Beauty in Paris

Paris and beyond - week 1

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May 23rd 2015
This is the first ‘episode’ of another of 'our' travel experiences. The collective ‘episodes’ (this merely being the first) describe our journey from our arrival in Paris, France (from the 2nd week of May) for the first week of our extended holiday. The second week begins at Bordeaux where we collect a hire car. After that, our destination is unplanned - we'll sort of follow our nose ... 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