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Normandy and Brittany

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September 9th 2013
Picked up the hire car and made the escape from Paris to Dol de Bretagne via Normandy on the wrong side of the road.... stopped at some of the Normandy battlements and beaches on the way, fantastic weather again. Stayed at hotel Des Ormes , which is a sort of family fun park, cabins , pools, activities, a good change from the grind of Paris and London , especially for the kids. A great few days ... read more

Europe » France » Lower Normandy

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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