Eiffel Tower

Bastille Day, Disneyland and Paris

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July 14th 2010
Thanks to Norweigan Airlines we left Copenhagen and landed safely at Orly Airport in Paris, France. Our first adventure happened as we were trying to get a taxi. None of the taxi's wanted to take 4 people...but then a driver stepped up to the plate and said, "get in, I'll take you" and presto we were heading down the highway into Paris while listening to jazz. Adventure number 2 came right on t ... 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