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Days 5 to 7 / Sat 16 Jun to Mon 18 Jun

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June 21st 2012
Didn't stay at the La Rochelle/Chatelaillon-Plague camp site two nights. Although it had a lovely sandy swimming lake, it's "facilities" were not up to standard! So, went from La Rochelle to Royan. This was unexpected - a large camp site in a fairly built up seaside resort. It did have an impressive coastline, with several beaches where we could watch surfers from a high vantage point - we ... read more

Europe » France » Aquitaine » Bordeaux

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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