Arles - red roofs like a puzzle

Fours girls in a car exploring the Provence

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March 17th 2008
Julia (German), Katrin (German), Julia (Swiss) and myself signed our lives away to hire a car for the weekend. We picked up the car (was silver no idea what sort... but was brand new had only done 450ks so far) early sat morn and headed off in the Provence region direction, map in hand and GPS ready to guide us. Both Julias were not keen to drive so me and Katrin shared it, may sound easy but trus ... read more

Europe » France » Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

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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