Best cake in the world

Day 3 - Paris and my 30th Birthday!

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May 11th 2011
Greg suggests we try to get up reasonably early today as we have a lot of sightseeing to do, including the Eiffel tower. So we set our alarm for 10am and I still struggle to lift my head from the pillow. Greg can’t even tempt me with the offer of opening my presents. In the end I succumb to his moaning and get up so I can open some birthday presents. I get a gorgeous bracelet and watch from Greg ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France

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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