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Avignon and Arles

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July 14th 2016
Thursday 14 July 2016 Technical issues finally overcome! The drive south to Avignon on Sunday took us through varied and beautiful countryside (along with hundreds of others possibly travelling to Marseilles for their summer holidays!) A welcome stop at Marcy-l’Etoile for our delicious picnic lunch prepared by Madame Smith was greatly appreciated. We wandered along the path and onto the soft ... read more

Europe » France » Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur » Avignon

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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