Eiffel Tower

A view from the Galleria department store.

November 28th 2011
After my trip to London this summer, everything was just a bit easier this time. The real highlight of this trip was Paris though. It has been over 22 years since I was there, so it seemed like a new city to me. We stayed in the Montmartre neighbourhood which had a Bohemian feel to it with cobblestone streets, cafes, restaurants, and shops. Space, as defined by the distance between two tables a ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France

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

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Barry Kaiser

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In my late twenties, I decided that I wanted to see the world, but I didn't want to make it too easy, so I decided to do it on a bike. I had taken up cycling seriously a few years prior. In 1989-90, I cycled around the world, where I visited five continents, 22 countries and logged 22,000 km. I thought that would take the travel bug out of me -- not a chance. I have been cycling in different parts of the world ever since. The one thing that has been consistent with my trips has been the developing world. The colour, hospitality, food, and culture (in no partic... full info

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