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Arcachon and the Loire valley part 1

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June 30th 2013
Arcachon was a totally different world compared to gracious Bordeaux. The train ride took an hour and we stepped into sunshine and a small Atlantic beach town with wide beach promenades and REAL sandy beaches with detached houses ( no stone anywhere). Our hotel Le Novel was just down the street from the Gare and after settling in, it was off to the tourist office for information. Apart from being ... 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