The neighbourhood

Day 1 & 2 - Paris

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December 11th 2009
Activities * Flight from Melbourne to Paris * Orientation day to discover the neighbourhood * Sleep, sleep, sleep... Highlight(s) * Getting off the plane * Friendliness and helpfulness of the locals - ticket man at the airport rail station went out of his way to get us the best ticket combination for our stay in Paris * Random stranger asking if we ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Paris

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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