A View of Cannes from the Waterfront

Mediterranean Cruise: Cannes-Day Seven

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October 8th 2012
Friday, September 28, 2012 The ship arrived in Cannes, France this morning and we were met by the sight of numerous sailboats. We learned a Regatta was going on this weekend. Since we had no booked tours, we enjoyed a leisurely breakfast in the dining room. At ll:00 we tendered to the dock, and spent the next 3 hours walking the near downtown streets of Cannes. Along the waterfront we sto ... 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