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May 29th, 2005, 07:53 PM
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That is too many cities in too few days. Going from one city to another, even if all goes smoothly, takes at least half of a day, often more, especially if you add in time spent in checking in and out, packing and unpacking, going to and from the train stations or airports, etc.
Consider stopping over in fewer places, and doing some daytrips to other locations if you like.
Consider stopping over in fewer places, and doing some daytrips to other locations if you like.
May 29th, 2005, 09:49 PM
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check out AAroadwatch.ie for directions and don't post...
"leaving in 48 hrs for _____, where to stay? what to do? should I rent a car?"
re-read the guidebook on the plane
Live in the moment you are in, not in the next moment you will be in.
"leaving in 48 hrs for _____, where to stay? what to do? should I rent a car?"
re-read the guidebook on the plane
Live in the moment you are in, not in the next moment you will be in.
May 29th, 2005, 10:06 PM
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Yes, you will no doubt have some days that have miserable weather such as too hot and humid or to cold and perhaps windy or rainy.
Yes, you will probably have a least one day that you do not feel physically wonderful due to jetlag, overeating, or just because you are coming down with a cold or a virus.
Yes, you will no doubt come across at least one grumpy shopowner, one waiter with an attitude, one chef that does not know how to cook properly, one unpleasant and surely hotel employee.
Yes you will probably have one hotel room that has the smallest bathroom you have ever been in along with the smallest bedroom you have ever seen and the most miserable coffin like shower without a shower curtain you have ever used.
Yes, you will probably have at least one problem with your flight. A long security line, a long delay regarding the airline departure or landing, a cramped and miserable airplane seat, an inconsiderate passenger sitting next, behind or across the aisle from you along with one miserable and rude airline attendant.
No, none of these things will ruin your vacation. You will come home with beautiful memories.
Yes, two weeks later you will be thinking of where you want to travel to next and how you will budget your money in order to do this.
Yes, you will probably have a least one day that you do not feel physically wonderful due to jetlag, overeating, or just because you are coming down with a cold or a virus.
Yes, you will no doubt come across at least one grumpy shopowner, one waiter with an attitude, one chef that does not know how to cook properly, one unpleasant and surely hotel employee.
Yes you will probably have one hotel room that has the smallest bathroom you have ever been in along with the smallest bedroom you have ever seen and the most miserable coffin like shower without a shower curtain you have ever used.
Yes, you will probably have at least one problem with your flight. A long security line, a long delay regarding the airline departure or landing, a cramped and miserable airplane seat, an inconsiderate passenger sitting next, behind or across the aisle from you along with one miserable and rude airline attendant.
No, none of these things will ruin your vacation. You will come home with beautiful memories.
Yes, two weeks later you will be thinking of where you want to travel to next and how you will budget your money in order to do this.
May 30th, 2005, 04:15 AM
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They are no more rude than people anywhere else. They tend to value privacy and courtesy more than wanting to become your best friend. If you offer a smile and a bonjour you will almost always be offered the same in return. They are able to distinguish between a government whose policies they disagree with, and individuals they meet. You should try and do the same.
May 30th, 2005, 04:19 AM
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First, see starrsville's answer above (posting #4).
Beyond that, in order to visit churches you should not be wearing sleeveless tops, or shorts, or skirts above the knee, or have a bare midriff.
Beyond that, in order to visit churches you should not be wearing sleeveless tops, or shorts, or skirts above the knee, or have a bare midriff.
May 30th, 2005, 10:58 AM
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- Never ask people who spend 2 to 4 weeks a year in Europe what Europeans think.
- As cheap as ice is, you won't be seeing much on your trip unless you're heading for a winter holiday. Otherwise, you can live without ice for a couple of weeks. No, really. It's possible.
- If it walks like a duck and quacks like a duck, chances are it'll go well with a nice glass of red.
- 33% think you should wear it, 33% think you shouldn't, 33% don't care. But at least they've learned to make their own decisions. Find a webcam in Paris and see what people are wearing as they walk by if you're having trouble with personality development.
LOL sorry, grumped because I've been rearranging flights all morning. Adios!
