First trip to France. Should we try not to get separated?
Aug 24th, 2004, 02:56 PM
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I felt quite safe in Paris, and even split up from my teenagers - as long as they stayed with one other person. We always set a mutual meeting point, but if someone got lost for more than one hour, they were to meet us on the steps on Notre Dame.
Aug 24th, 2004, 03:47 PM
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Here is more info re: two-way radios:
http://www.amherst.co.uk/walkietalkie.htm (London)
The PMR446 standard has been agreed within the European Union. Use in other parts of the world will probably require a license, and may be illegal due to the frequencies being used for other purposes. It is the responsibility of the owner of the radios to check the legal position before using these radios anywhere else. In particular, our PMR446 walkie-talkie radios are NOT legal in the USA. People wanting to buy walkie-talkie radio equipment for use in America should search for Family Radio Service (FRS) walkie-talkies. These are very similar units in terms of performance and features and they are designed for use in America.
http://commerce.motorola.com/consume...ssary2way.html
FRS (Family Radio Service) The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) authorized FRS in 1996 as license-free, short distance, two-way radio service for family and individual recreational use. Talkabout® radios operate on FRS designated frequencies. You can use your radios anywhere in the United States and other areas listed by the FCC.
GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) GMRS frequencies have been allocated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for recreational use, such as camping, hunting and skiing. Talkabout® Distance two-way radios operate on GMRS frequencies which require an FCC license. For licensing information and applications (ask for forms 605 and 159) call the FCC forms hotline at 1-800-418-FORM or check online at www.fcc.gov. For questions concerning the license application, contact the FCC at 1- 800-CALL-FCC.
You can google for links to "PMR446 rental London", like...
http://www.londoncomms.com/main_page.htm
http://www.amherst.co.uk/walkietalkie.htm (London)
The PMR446 standard has been agreed within the European Union. Use in other parts of the world will probably require a license, and may be illegal due to the frequencies being used for other purposes. It is the responsibility of the owner of the radios to check the legal position before using these radios anywhere else. In particular, our PMR446 walkie-talkie radios are NOT legal in the USA. People wanting to buy walkie-talkie radio equipment for use in America should search for Family Radio Service (FRS) walkie-talkies. These are very similar units in terms of performance and features and they are designed for use in America.
http://commerce.motorola.com/consume...ssary2way.html
FRS (Family Radio Service) The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) authorized FRS in 1996 as license-free, short distance, two-way radio service for family and individual recreational use. Talkabout® radios operate on FRS designated frequencies. You can use your radios anywhere in the United States and other areas listed by the FCC.
GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) GMRS frequencies have been allocated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for recreational use, such as camping, hunting and skiing. Talkabout® Distance two-way radios operate on GMRS frequencies which require an FCC license. For licensing information and applications (ask for forms 605 and 159) call the FCC forms hotline at 1-800-418-FORM or check online at www.fcc.gov. For questions concerning the license application, contact the FCC at 1- 800-CALL-FCC.
You can google for links to "PMR446 rental London", like...
http://www.londoncomms.com/main_page.htm
Aug 24th, 2004, 10:27 PM
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I can't believe this thread! Are you serious? Is this an episode of the Twilight Zone or better yet Get Smart?
Walkietalkies?
You will panic if your husband of 35 years is out of your sight? An ultimatum to stay with you at all times?
Have you been to Paris, it is a City in Europe.
Im sorry if this seems rude, but I think this is the silliest question I have read here.
Walkietalkies?
You will panic if your husband of 35 years is out of your sight? An ultimatum to stay with you at all times?
Have you been to Paris, it is a City in Europe.
Im sorry if this seems rude, but I think this is the silliest question I have read here.
Aug 24th, 2004, 11:02 PM
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Well, a jacket in a bright color would make him more easy to find.
Cell phones are enormously useful for keeping in touch while out and about separately.
Or, just have a contingency plan. At whatever time you meet up at a corner or cafe or back at the hotel later on.
I cannot imagine why you would want to split up if you have "terrorism concerns", or even go there.
Cell phones are enormously useful for keeping in touch while out and about separately.
Or, just have a contingency plan. At whatever time you meet up at a corner or cafe or back at the hotel later on.
I cannot imagine why you would want to split up if you have "terrorism concerns", or even go there.
Aug 25th, 2004, 08:23 PM
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Well, for those of you with serious answers, thanks. For the rest of you: for pete's sakes, of course we do things separately. I just wasn't sure how good an idea it was with him not knowing French. The guy isn't stupid, but he's been busy working while I've spent 4 or 5 years reading Fodors. Sounds like I should just give him a cheat sheet with how to order beer or a red wine, and the address of our hotel.
Aug 26th, 2004, 05:06 AM
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Also, it isn't that hard to find someone who will speak English to direct him to nearest metro, for instance, but it will help if he can at least say 'Bonjour, Monsieur/Madame, parlez-vous anglais?" instead of "Excuse me, where is the metro?".
Aug 26th, 2004, 06:32 AM
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I don't see how cell phones or radios will help you if you are lost, as you won't know where either is, nor how to get to where the other is. Similarly, I would be hesitant to agree to meet at that cute cafe back there, as once you get lost you won't be able to find your way back.
My wife and I rarely separate, but our agreement is to meet back at our lodgings at a certain hour if we do get separated. This has always worked.
You also might consider carrying large helium filled baloons so you could more easily spot one another.
My wife and I rarely separate, but our agreement is to meet back at our lodgings at a certain hour if we do get separated. This has always worked.
You also might consider carrying large helium filled baloons so you could more easily spot one another.
Aug 26th, 2004, 06:39 AM
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Doesn't Landsend sell some sort of phone or key finder thing of a dew hicky that beeps louder as you get closer? Stick one in his fanny pack and have some real peace of mind.
Patrick would love the noise pollution on that travel gadget.
Patrick would love the noise pollution on that travel gadget.
