Admiring the view

In search of my bikini body

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July 28th 2008
Poor Nice, having a name like that bland English adjective. Sparkling would be a better name. A city that's not quite classy but extraordinarily fun. I arrived late at night to a raging party at the hostel. As a result I woke up with what felt like a hedgehog in my throat, unable to make any sound other than a high-pitched croak. Tant pis. A slight cold wasn't going to stop me from hitting the ... read more

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

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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