When I grow up I wanna be a train driver!

The city of love...Paris

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October 1st 2008
Well, it's been 3 years since I've been to Paris and that was just a two day fly by visit, so it was nice to sit back and take in the culture this time round. Taking off from London on the Eurostar we arrived in Paris an hour and a half later. I can see why so many people use it...you go from the centre of London (St Pancras train station) to the centre of Paris (Nord du Guard station) without ... 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