J2B in Oostende

Oostende - the Sea

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May 20th 2009
Wednesday May 20, 2009 Today was the sunniest and warmest day we have seen since coming to Belgium - (68F and sunny) so of course it seemed most appropriate that we should head to the "Sea". Jean and I biked our way to Oostende, and J2B got a morning nap before heading out on the train. Oostende is protected from the North Sea by a network of dikes, and is said to be the largest city on the ... read more

Europe » France » Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur » Saint-Raphael » Brugge

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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