Yellow Vests demonstration

Odyssey 2019 - Baguettes, creme brulee and...yellow vests?

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June 9th 2019
We departed Munich yesterday morning on a Lufthansa flight to Paris, and our arrival turned out to be memorable, in more ways than one. On the bright side, this marks the 10th visit to the City of Light since 2001, when it first captured our fancy. People sometimes ask us what is so special about Paris that makes us want to return, time and time again? Is it the centuries of history, art, cultu ... 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