rubbing the boars nose

feeling the burn

---

September 18th 2009
Sorry to leave you hanging for a week but i just havent had the time. Our place of rest and at the moment is a cool little hostel in Nice. Free Internet, breakfast included (really good) and a shuttle to the tram every 15 minutes. The reason i titled this piece 'feeling the burn' is because unlike my fellow travellers yesterday i got a little bit burnt and when i say a little bit.. justa little ... read more

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

---

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