Our Room at Hotel Dauphine

Day One - Arrival in Paris

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December 29th 2011
Geo: 48.8566, 2.35097Our flight arrived on time at 6.30am and we easily moved through customs and into a taxi. We drove quite quickly to Paris without traffic being too much of a problem. We were shocked at how dark it was and how long it took to become light! I think it was around 9.00am before it was daylight. <br style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(85, 85, 85); font-fam ... 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