Hall of Mirrors Versailles

cruising Burgundy and Provence

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May 4th 2013
It has been very difficult to post from the ship. Internet has been very off and on. we have been very lucky with our travels because there have been some serious floods in the south of France. It has rained everyday except yesterday and today. We had to stay an extra night docked in Lyon because they were not allowing ships through the locks on the rivers. We were supposed to change from the Rhon ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-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