The snow is getting closer

The Alps

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March 13th 2009
Friday 13 mars I didn’t tell my wife it was Friday the 13th. I tried to forget it myself as well, as we started our way through the Alps and towards Italy. We were pretty convinced that we would make another stop in Italy, and get to Bonson on Saturday. Gullan told us it was about 550 kilometers to Bonson, and the first 70 kilometers took us one and a half our to drive. Astonishing winding ... read more

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

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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