1 – Your Passport
Of course, but if you like to collect stamps in your passport, you’ll have to ask…
2 – A Little French
Yes, it is true that many Europeans speak English… But you’re in France, after all, and you’ll go a long way in avoiding the famed “snootiness” of the French if you learn -and use – some basic French phrases… They’ll love to help you as you stumble along in really bad French!
3 – A Map…
If nothing else, you can stand there, hopelessly lost on a Parisian street corner, and stare at your map… someone is sure to offer to help. Make sure you say “Bonjour and Merci…”
4 – An Umbrella…
“April in Paris” sounds romantic. It’s an American myth that April in Paris is the loveliest time to visit. May is better, but always expect some rain and always be prepared for changeable weather! The sun might be shining when you leave your Paris Hotels, but it might start raining any time!.
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London can be an intimidating city, but it’s also one of the world’s most fascinating places. Here’s some advice for first-time visitors.
London attracts more American visitors than any other European city. Dig deep enough and you’ll find Roman, Saxon and Medieval remnants but, you’ll also find skyscrapers and imposing Victorian architecture. The past is alive and well in London, you just have to know how to look for it. Over the centuries, all the outlying villages have become consolidated into one huge and wonderful city. The size alone can intimidate the first time visitor. Here are a few suggestions to make your first journey to London stress free.
Take an orientation tour. Get your bearings by taking an orientation tour, such as London Hotels where those offered on the red double-decker buses. Take the tour on the very first afternoon, or the next morning at the latest.
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The face of travel is changing. Security at airports has made it necessary to be there two hours in advance and luggage restrictions have brought new meaning to the term ‘traveling light’ as more passengers than ever before choose, if at all possible, to travel with one piece of carry-on. However, it isn’t only air travel that has changed. The price of gasoline has altered the feasibility of touring the country in a 60 foot motor home with a compact car in tow; nevertheless millions of people will take to the road for a vacation at least once this year.
Gas prices may alter the distance people choose to travel, but the bottom line is people love to travel and most are willing to pay the price. AAA (American Automobile Association) states that 75% of Americans will travel by car, truck or RV, while only 22% will travel by plane and 2% by bus or other form of transportation. While retirees have the option of traveling during non-peak seasons, they too like to travel during the summer, as that is the best weather for vacations. No matter where or when you travel, there are some safety preparations that can ensure your trip will be safe and enjoyable.
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How to chose an apartment in Odessa
Dear friends, apartments in our selection are all good quality accommodation in Odessa. The rating (provided on the web page) varies from 3* to 5*deluxe. There are many apartments for rent in Odessa which are 0-2*, but we prefer to work with good quality apartments. All apartments are situated in good and secure area for tourists.
Odessa is a big city, it’s population is over 1,5 million people, but the downtown area is quite small. There are some apartments near the sea side, but most of them are available only in summer (during winter time they are in long term rent). The best area to stay in Odessa is the downtown, Deribasovskaya Street and surroundings, you’ll find all infrastructure here (supermarkets, cafes, restaurants, currency exchange, banks, Internet Cafes etc.), the taxi to Arcadia area (seaside) would cost 25-30grivnas (5-6USD) only, double rate at night. Downtown is a more secure area — because it’s lit up, with streets busy with people during day and night, our police supervise Deribasovskaya Street area during 24 hours.