The Eiffel Tower

Near Disaster in Paris

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July 12th 2008
"Eugh, well zair are no other options, I suggest you find a nice bench to sleep on," said the seemingly rude and nasty Parisian lady from the Tourism Office, and she was being completely serious. I kept my cool, and walked off. A bench!!!??? My 13 year old brother Eddie and I had headed down to Paris from London for two days and one night with absolutely nothing planned, except that Eddi ... 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