Versailles

Two nights so far in Paris

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August 21st 2011
What an adventure so far! It started with our taxi driver from home to Pearson nearly killing us because he missed the airport ramp on the highway and almost sideswiped a truck!! Fortunately, Robb said the universal word for "watch where you're going" .... "DUDE!!!?!!" and taxi driver swerved in time to avoid 5 deaths (6 if you count the driver). At Pearson, we enjoyed the Maple Leaf Lo ... 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