Eiffel Tower

Blue Skies in Paris

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June 8th 2014
We woke up today with the great view of the Eiffel Tower again, but unfortunately also clouds. And I thought that rain gear was going to be necessary in London...HA. We headed out with our rain coats and umbrella after another great breakfast (albeit with no Nutella). It started raining just as we left the hotel. We took the same general path today as we did yesterday. We even stopped at some of t ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-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