Does the possible war with Iraq affect your decision about your vacation. I was thinking about going to Greece for my honeymoon in Sept 2003 and have some doubts because of the war.<BR><BR>Just curious what others think about these issues.

Yes, most definitely! We have put our European travel plans on hold until we know which way things are going to go - hopefully, peacefully. With the administration's talk of possibly using nuclear weapons ...who knows what the future holds.

No, absolutely not. But then, I live in Europe.

Absolutely Kev.<BR>We booked FF tickets to Athens for a Greek Island tour in June of 2003, switched it to Maui just recently. <BR><BR>Santorini is high on my list but I figured it will have to wait. I really don't think Greece will be a problem next summer but you just have NO idea what will happen between now and then and why roll the dice?<BR>Not sure of the worldwide backlash of a war just yet.

No. Not yet, at least. Starting to assemble ideas for a trip in May with our daughters, maybe some of their friends.<BR><BR>Economic hard times loom as a greater (possible) factor, especially for young(er) people who look at the job market and worry somewhat.<BR><BR>Too many people postponing retirement - - because of stock market failures of the past year or two - - are having a definite affect on employment opportunities.<BR><BR>Maybe all the more reason to help keep folks in the travel industries employed!<BR><BR>Whatever you decide about your honeymoon, congratulations on your new life in marriage next year.<BR><BR>Best wishes,<BR><BR>Rex<BR>

NO! It should, but, no way! I only live once!

Only if I planned on going to the Middle East, Afghanistan or Iraq.

I doubt there will ever be a completely safe time to travel. So I just use a certain amount of common sense regarding where to go. It's not a matter of safe, but safer. I'd never leave the US otherwise, and I'm not so sure staying here is any safer than going to Europe anyway.

Europeanchick,<BR>What about travel to the US? Like you, I live in Europe and all of this war talk has no impact on my travel plans on the continent. BUT, I do find myself thinking about it when I am planning a trip to the US in early 2003. It has also affected my European friends who have recently had holidays in the Maldives and Djerba. They were definitely worried, but the call of the sun won out.<BR>Cheers,<BR>Jan

As far as I can see,there has always been war in the middle east. I understand you would be more aware of it now,but when was the last time they were not igniting bombs in nightclubs in that part of the world?

Not @ all. Stop spending time worrying about things you have no control over &amp; Congrats.

But we really must worry about what is happening, and not take the attitude there's nothing we can do. Or else George Bush et al will dictate our futures, and look at the mess he's gotten us in now, Ollie. I don't want some C student, baby, running and ruining my life!

Sorry, x, but the Rhodes Scholar Bill Clinton was bombing Iraq back in 1999. How did THAT make you feel?

x<BR>please fill me in on the mess that gw has gotten us into now...i am very interested in this

No. I was just in Istanbul for Thanksgiving and i'm planning a trip to Paris after the 1st. Unless the State Department post a SPECIFIC warning about a SPECIFIC destination dont worry.<BR>September 2003 is a long way off and hopefully things will be all settled. Enjoy married lif and your honeymoon.

This time last year, we were planning our honeymoon, and scrapped the idea of international travel. We chose to spend 2 weeks in Kauai and Maui, relaxing, and had a wonderful time.<BR><BR>Now, next week, we leave for England and Scotland. I have to admit, I am worried, for a number of reasons. I'm worried because of the length of the flight. I am worried because I still do not feel that security on airlines is sufficient. I am worried about flying from San Francisco London, because I am afraid that terrorists are going to try things in those cities at some point (such as the arrest of people planning something in the London subway). But, at some point, I just had to decide whether I wanted to completely insulate myself and not see anything. I've never been to Europe, and not going means the terrorists win. While Greece might be a *little* too close to the action for my taste, I don't think you should worry about your honeymoon. I would try to stay in western culture countries for the present time, but that's just me. I think others, rather reasonably, feel the opposite way. Just focus on your impending marriage, and decide how you want to spend your first trip together. If it really worries, book Hawaii or someplace relaxing where you don't have to think about it. But if Greece is your first choice, and you're not that worried, go for it.

No. I actually debated over travelling to Italy last year when Bush's plans for Afghanistan were still up in the air. I was scheduled to leave on 9/13 leaving National Airpirt in DC and connecting in JFK in New York. I had to cancel that flight and I postponed my plans by three weeks. During that time, I debated and decided that I really wanted to go. Everything was fine and I'm glad I went.

I wouldn't change my plans based on what's going to happen in Iraq. In many ways it might be a safer time to travel. I don't want to alarm you or tell you to change your plans, but of the many places to choose from, I would agree with the other poster that *perhaps* Greece isn't the best choice. Although they arrested some of the Nov. 17th people, and while they're getting ready for the Olympics, their track record in these matters is not so great. <BR>Just go and have fun!

The thought does worry me but not enough to stop me from travel! We traveled to Europe last May and are taking our daughters with us this Jan. We are also making plans for a trip to Spain May 2003. I worry more taking my entire family than I do with just my husband and I though. My daughters are grown and could do without us! Honestly though,we are really not safe anywhere.

I am still planning several trips to various parts of Europe next year. Greece and Turkey are among the list of countries we will visit. While I haven't booked yet (I usually find last minute deals and tend to travel off season to maximize my budget) I don't anticipate having to change my plans. even if we are at war I doubt Greece particularly the islands would be greatly effected. I say go enjoy. The politicians will always squabble.