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The first week proper

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April 22nd 2016
Well we finally found some wifi to enter a blog. We left on Wednesday night at 22:00 and got to dover at about 02:00 on Thursday morning. The ferry left at 04:00, and after negotiating a very confusing (for me) route to the boat we boarded a very empty ferry, and we were off. Not before driving over our dustpan brush, which Fiona was pleased about as she now doesn't have to sweep out the v ... read more

Europe » France » Rhône-Alpes » Annecy

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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