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September 2024

Hell On Wheels: Cycling The London-Paris Bike Path
Mistakes were made. Here are some tips for avoiding my errors, and some of the highlights.
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Dreaming Of France: Lagrasse
This Southwest French town has an artsy vibe, a well-preserved Medieval city center, a touch of Cathar history, and access to trails in the surrounding…
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Dreaming Of France: Fontfroide Abbey
The Cistercian abbey near Narbonne mixes austere architecture, Mediterranean landscapes, and modern art.
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August 2024

Dreaming Of France: Minerve
Our visit to this Cathar village in the Minervois wine region of Southern France included a hike through gorges, history, and a meal to remember.
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Chris O'Brien
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🤺 Paris 2024: What went...right? 🥇
Well, almost everything.
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Chris O'Brien
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🤺 Paris 2024: The French Musical Performers For The Closing Ceremonies 🎶
Musical director Victor le Masne chose a wide range of music that highlighted some of France's most talented artists.
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🤺 Paris 2024: France Has Become An Unlikely Basketball Powerhouse 🏀⛹️‍♀️⛹🏾
The Men's and Women's teams had to settle for the silver medal, but French basketball's fortunes are clearly on the rise.
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July 2024

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