[Cyrus]

"Isn't August the traditional "Holiday" month for much of Europe? Almost everyone is off going into each other's countries."

But that would mean that each country would still be full! [img]/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]

Yes, Europe shuts down too. What happens is that France shuts down more than any other country. And every Frenchy worth his subsidies heads for the beaches!
(That rules out a beach landing by the invaders.)

"I have been to France, and was only impressed by the amount of filth it contained. I know there are charming portions to the country but France is the least appealing country I've ever visited."

Well, the countryside must be lived to be appreciated. I haven't so I don't know. But the South of France, Nice and the rest? They are brilliant, especially now that the more rowdy element heads for Ibiza or Malia. And Paris? I will have no arguments against Paris, dogshit an' all.