Our Room at Banks Mansion

Day Six – Thalys to Amsterdam

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October 7th 2012
We checked out of our hotel and used the hotel shuttle to get to Gare du Nord. We deliberately arrived early in order to purchase snacks for on the train. We had booked first class seats on the Thalys, but wanted to be prepared in case we weren’t happy with the supplied food. I had already emailed Thalys, and been told that even though we were on a train leaving at 10.30am and not arriving until ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Paris

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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