My Schengen Visa application process went smoothly. I picked up my stamped passport after 2 weeks from submission date. I spent the six hours of flight time from Abuja to Paris thinking about the miracle. It was really a miracle to have moved from ‘sack threat’ to representing the branch in the company’s annual retreat. I knew I bounced back with full force, but I was not sure if that was enough to impress Miss Tinuke to the extent of nominating me for the retreat. I could not find any logical answer to soundly justify the mystery. Finally, we arrived at Paris-Charles De Gaulle’s airport. I took the train from the airport straight to Gare du Nord which is the closest train station to my hotel located on Deux Gares street.

The retreat lasted for 10 days. It was awesome as we had a lot of team building activities with interesting seminars. Also, great insights were shared by top management and it was an opportunity to network with colleagues from other countries. It was also an avenue to meet in person and even take selfies with big names on our company page. We had so much to eat ranging from croissant, falafel, duck confit, couscous, Steak frites and so many other tasting delicious Parisian delicacies. A lot of chocolates including chocolates filled with alcohol were available for munching. There was no restriction on drinks as both alcoholic and non-alcoholic wines were readily available. The retreat ended with a ship cruise on Seine river and a visit to Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum.......

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I spent the remaining four days exploring the beautiful city of Paris. Except for the hassle of navigating my way at different train stations and getting lost almost every day at the same station of Gare du Nord that is close to my hotel, my daily trip was rewarding. I did some shopping, got a lot of chocolates for my colleagues that should last for weeks. Most remarkably, I also got a special gift for my manager, a special edition of Chanel Coco Mademoiselle perfume. I did visit other interesting places like Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral, Musee d’Orsay, Palais Garnier and the lock bridge.

Interesting story.

Interesting story

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