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Betty Day Two and Three

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June 20th 2007
Day 2 We navigated our way onto a maze of freeways today, gritting our teeth on the right (or is it wrong) side of the road, taking every turn and exit in a panic. The countryside unfolded before us quickly as we drove into the region of the Cote d’Or, one of the foremost winemaking regions of the world. We quickly settled in: the new Volkswagen was humming along, we had some delicious Beethov ... read more

Europe » France » Burgundy » Dijon

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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