View Through Eiffel Tower

Day 17 - Paris, France

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September 1st 2008
Activities L'Open Top Tour Bus Eiffel Tower Highlight(s) * Overview of Paris and potential offerings * Seeing, ascending and touching the Eiffel Tower * Successfully commuting on the Metro - will need this skill as Paris is huge * Getting our photos and blog back up to date * Michel's Gelati count - 18 * Joceline's Italian / French Coffee count - ... 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