Down at the beach

Super yachts, F1, snails and the Bourkey

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April 19th 2007
So to cut a long story short, I did not like French people. I do not speak a lick of French. I had no intention to go to France on this trip. However, like a Hollywood film - the hansome main character changed his mindset and ventured into the unknown. Oi oi! Initially I was in communication with Lara Thomas to visit over Easter in Paris. James Bourke contacted me later with the news he had ... 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