Porch view

St. Tropez

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July 16th 2008
Saint Tropez at last! What a change from Paris area. Not only weather wise - so much warmer, perfect sunny beach weather, but also the style of living and the work load. Style of living - still excellent, but beachy-tourist as opposed to small, country-side village and then jaunting into huge city of Paris. Sooo many people here, tourists and locals alike. Very similar to Hawaii in that manner. W ... read more

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