Due to the rain, we were delayed by 1.5 hours leaving London. This is the line of planes waiting, once the rain ended. For some reason, our pilot told us we got to cut in line...and then they closed the airport again!
Pooed on in Paris July 30th 2006 Well, I would like to begin by saying that no matter what conclusions the title of this post may bring you too, I really did enjoy Paris! The weather was great the entire time we were there. It rained Thursday before we arrived and dropped the temperature from highs near 100 to highs near 80. It only rained Sunday, but we were in Versailles and actually enjoyed it...we were sitting at a covered ... read more
Europe » France » Île-de-France » Paris 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