C'est deux euros!

Onward we go

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June 21st 2007
Lyon - Driving our new VW family car I thankfully feel completely inconspicuous …. The French are crazy fast drivers, yet ironically patient and courteous. I have not once been hassled or honked and thus keep my focus on turning into the right lane, whilst reading signs I don’t recognise and changing gear all at the same time. It definitely stimulating! Once near Lyon I was happy to leave the ... read more

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more