Aussie kid sailing his boat on the pond

Lets go shopping....

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June 19th 2008
As we head off for the day the street below us is buzzing, it’s 11am and the market is just being set up. Paris (and all of Europe) finishes late (it doesn’t get dark till after 10.30pm) and starts late in the morning. The beauty of Paris is more than just visual. It’s also in the ambiance; photos can’t quite capture the magic. We spent most of the day just wandering the streets, they’r ... 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