Waiting to Board

Departing Paris

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October 26th 2012
It was another early start on the day we left Paris for Dubai. We had three different methods of getting to Charles du Gaulle airport by 9:00am 1. By private transfer 2. By Taxi 3. By Metro and then transfer to the RER (Regional train) We were confident by now we knew the Paris Metro pretty well, so catching the metro from nearby our B&B into the Gare de Nord train station and then tra ... 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