Toulouse

Toulouse and Villefranche de Lauragais

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September 23rd 2006
Barcelona definitely got a lot better after that last post was written. We found a better place to stay on priceline and ended up in a great room out of the main tourist part of town, for almost the same price as we were paying for both of us at the hostel… almost but not quite. Anyway we landed in better eating places, relaxed more - having our own room, this was possible - and wandered aimle ... read more

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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