Eiffel Tower - at night!

Paris Hitch 2007

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May 2nd 2007
Last friday, I took part in a sponsored hitch-hike from Bath to Paris along with my housemate Lauren, and about 150 other students in aid of various charities, including Alzheimer’s Support, Cancer Research UK and the NSPCC. The idea was to race in pairs, from campus, to the Eiffel Tower, without paying for anything, except the foot passenger fee on the ferry. I spent what seemed like hours on ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Paris

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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