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"Lunch in Paris?"

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May 6th 2014
Bart asks as we plan our route from Arras to Dijon. "Uh, won't the traffic be crazy?" I ask nervously. I've dipped my toe into European motorcycle riding with a few hours of experience: on a brand new bike, riding on both sides of the road, counter clockwise and clockwise through roundabout and don't get me started on the signs. At least that's what I plan to tell the authorities when I'm ... 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