Saint Jean Monclar

260112

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January 26th 2012
26th January It has been wonderful sleeping indoors, in the warm, in a proper bed for the last couple of weeks. We have been skiing a couple of times, there is not a lot of snow in the local resorts, but it was good enough for Phil and me as neither of us are brilliant! I have been on some long walks and I had a great girly weekend away with Sandra and Rachael in St Tropez. This weekend w ... read more

Europe » France

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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