Paris

Paris 30Aug

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August 30th 2009
Today I left Dublin. The Airlink ride to the airport was quick and easy. Checked in with 16.7kg (no charge for the 1.7 over) and waited in the queue. plane was only 35 minutes late so it was a good day. We landed in Bauvaris which is 80km north of Paris. It was a quaint little airfield. customs were not exciting. Collected the bag and boarded a bus. had to load your own bags and struggle ... read more

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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