On the Rocks

Nice, Monaco, Eze and Cannes

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February 10th 2009
Bonjour! So last weekend the entire school (well, all that wanted to...so about 70 of us) took a trip to the French Riviera. The weekend was supposed to start with a rainy Nice, but the Mistral (northern winds) came in and saved our weekend weather! Nice is amazing. The water is the color of the sky, which is a stunning blue most days. There is a promenade along the beach where locals an ... read more

Europe » France » Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur » Nice

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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