The Famous Bridge

Second Stop: Avignon and Marseilles

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December 20th 2008
December 15th - 16th: Avignon and Marseilles The train ride through the coast and the country side has been one of our favorite aspects of the trip so far, you get to see so much of France. One minute its cliffs and beach and the next its endless vineyards and cottages. It’s amazing. We arrived into Avignon and bought our tickets for the rest of our time in France because things seem to fill up ... read more

Europe » France

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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