the Moulin Rouge

En route to Paris

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May 16th 2011
Bonjour! I made it to Paris, France safe and sound at 8am Monday morning. It is now Thursday. I thought that I would have updated my blog sooner, but thanks to jet lag, a lack of internet cafes and having fun, here is entry number one. Monday, May 16th I flew from Toronto to Paris on Air France, and it the flight was excellent. Even the flight meal wasn’t bad. It was still airplane food, ... 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