Eiffel Tower

Ahh....Paris!

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June 16th 2011
After stepping into a Mercedes taxi from the airport, we made our way straight for the hotel. Our first day in France was marked by excitement, of course, but also fatigue from the considerable travel we had leading up to the trip. So, we spent the day exploring our quaint Paris neighborhood of Invalides (quarter, or what Jordan likes to call Ward #7 near the Eiffel Tower), having a cafe and crois ... read more

Europe » 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