Travel: Worldy wise CPians, advice please
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No contest ! Turkey for sure.. (Granted, that's my home country and I may be a little biased) But seriously, you would be pleasantly surprised. Try Izmir, Bodrum, Antalya... Ancient history all around, beautiful beaches and very hospitable people. Awesome food too. Even great nightlife if you're interested ;). (And the arabian nights thing is very much a misconception :confused: )
Sounds great, thanks Bugra. As for Arabian nights... a romantic misconception as I mentioned. We westerners are quite insane. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
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You are welcome to visit the foresaken island of Malta. And since you seem like such a nice person, I will take you to the beaches and women too ;)
Malta! Malta! I had a friend from there and how could I forget. He told me all these crazy stories, he was like Malta's Zorba :rolleyes: Thanks thought. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
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Sounds fantastic, Tom, thanks. I do need to stick around Europe though as part of the deal with work is a weeks work in London. Never realised Puerto Rico was so interesting though. Another one to add to the already huge list of Places To Experience. :) regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
Paul Watson wrote: Never realised Puerto Rico was so interesting though. Yeah. There's tons of interesting things to do and see. I should also mention that there are a couple of famous castles there as well that are great to tour. Paul Watson wrote: Another one to add to the already huge list of Places To Experience Definitely. Let me know when you go and I'll give you some tips on other things to do and great places to eat. Cheers, Tom Archer "Use what talents you possess. The woods would be very silent if no birds sang there except those that sang best." - William Blake * Inside C# -Second Edition * Visual C++.NET Bible * Extending MFC Applications with the .NET Framework
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So when are you planning to return? It's not getting any cooler for a while, you know... I need to do some planning, and lay in a supply of ammunition and targets.;) Some people think of it as a six-pack; I consider it more of a support group.
Look if you can get Lauren, that AK, the targets and a bikini then I am there like a bear, ok? :rolleyes: The problem with the States is they wouldn't let a disreputable sort such as me in. I would try floating over from Cuba but I don't blend in too well with Chavez's lot. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
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Look if you can get Lauren, that AK, the targets and a bikini then I am there like a bear, ok? :rolleyes: The problem with the States is they wouldn't let a disreputable sort such as me in. I would try floating over from Cuba but I don't blend in too well with Chavez's lot. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
Heh. They let me in :) Rob Manderson Colin Davies wrote: I'm sure Americans could use more of it, and thus reduce the world supply faster. This of course would be good, because the faster we run out globally, the less chance of pollution there will be. (Talking about the price of petrol) The Soapbox, March 5 2004
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Spain was definitely on my list but Lena has been there just recently. And, LOL, no not Enid Blyton but James Michener with his book The Drifters. I remembered as I was falling asleep last night. >I was supposed to be going there on my honeymoon, but since I never got married, I never went. Blimey, sounds like a story behind that one. People worry about whether to give the engagement ring back or not but I ask; What about the paid for honeymoon? regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
Paul Watson wrote: Spain was definitely on my list but Lena has been there just recently What? ALL of it? I worked there for a year, and I've been going each year since then and I've still to explore Galicia, southern Spain (excluding Seville - although I'd go back because I've only seen a fraction of the city), The Canary Islands, Minorca and Salamanca. Paul Watson wrote: Blimey, sounds like a story behind that one Long and painful. :(( Paul Watson wrote: What about the paid for honeymoon? Got the money back on that part, because the ship developed a fault anyway so all passengers on the cruise were cancelled. But cancelling a £10K wedding at 51-hours notice is not cheap (I'm still paying for it) :sigh:
"You can have everything in life you want if you will just help enough other people get what they want." --Zig Ziglar Coming soon: The Second EuroCPian Event[^].
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Paul Watson wrote: Spain was definitely on my list but Lena has been there just recently What? ALL of it? I worked there for a year, and I've been going each year since then and I've still to explore Galicia, southern Spain (excluding Seville - although I'd go back because I've only seen a fraction of the city), The Canary Islands, Minorca and Salamanca. Paul Watson wrote: Blimey, sounds like a story behind that one Long and painful. :(( Paul Watson wrote: What about the paid for honeymoon? Got the money back on that part, because the ship developed a fault anyway so all passengers on the cruise were cancelled. But cancelling a £10K wedding at 51-hours notice is not cheap (I'm still paying for it) :sigh:
"You can have everything in life you want if you will just help enough other people get what they want." --Zig Ziglar Coming soon: The Second EuroCPian Event[^].
Yes, all of Spain, she flew over it in a hot air baloon... ;) I will bring it up but she may want to see somewhere new and I haven't seen anything but part of Greece so anywhere in Europe is good. I think virtually every Med country is fascinating and worth seeing. You should write about your ordeal one day, when you can think about it without wanting to scream "Why God why!?" regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
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Heh. They let me in :) Rob Manderson Colin Davies wrote: I'm sure Americans could use more of it, and thus reduce the world supply faster. This of course would be good, because the faster we run out globally, the less chance of pollution there will be. (Talking about the price of petrol) The Soapbox, March 5 2004
I come from Africa. Awfully suspicious of us dark continent chaps. They think we are always trying to escape rather than just wanting to have a look before returning to paradise. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
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Yes, all of Spain, she flew over it in a hot air baloon... ;) I will bring it up but she may want to see somewhere new and I haven't seen anything but part of Greece so anywhere in Europe is good. I think virtually every Med country is fascinating and worth seeing. You should write about your ordeal one day, when you can think about it without wanting to scream "Why God why!?" regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
Paul Watson wrote: You should write about your ordeal one day, when you can think about it without wanting to scream "Why God why!?" There were some good times. But it took a long time to realises that she was just an incredibly twisted individual with deep psycological problems. During the couse of the relationship she alienated most of my family and friends. Luckily when I came to my senses they were all there for me. Paul Watson wrote: "Why God why!?" It was one of life's lessons. Looking back I can't believe how close to the edge I came - and I don't really want to look into the abyss again.
"You can have everything in life you want if you will just help enough other people get what they want." --Zig Ziglar Coming soon: The Second EuroCPian Event[^].
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That is two recommendations for Capri so far. Italy does sound lovely, thanks for the info. How many days did you spend to cover so much? regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
Paul Watson wrote: How many days did you spend to cover so much? Not nearly enough. :( I spent 1 full day/night in Venice, another day and a half in Florence, 2 days in Naples, and 5 days in Corfu. One regret of that trip is that I didn't do enough homework before going, and now feel I wasted time getting my bearings straight, and meandering aimlessly. I had a great time and saw parts of each city perhaps others don't, but I feel I missed out on a few things (like David, Venetian history and St. Mark's Basilica - some touristy stuff). Maybe cutting out one city would have been better. I look forward to going back to Italy again at some point to. Not sure if you're into it, but you might want to consider the Alps, too. Interlachen, Switzerland is a great place if you enjoy hiking, and so is Garmisch-Patenkirchen, Germany. BW The Biggest Loser
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Look if you can get Lauren, that AK, the targets and a bikini then I am there like a bear, ok? :rolleyes: The problem with the States is they wouldn't let a disreputable sort such as me in. I would try floating over from Cuba but I don't blend in too well with Chavez's lot. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
I don't know if I can find a bikini that will fit you, but I'll give it a shot. Some people think of it as a six-pack; I consider it more of a support group.
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It is that time of year that my feet start to itch, my backpack starts a yodelling (it is Swiss) and the boss demands I spend more than a day away from the office. Last year I did part of Greece and a thoroughly fantastic time was had by all. I would visit again but fear I cannot complete the 100 meter dash in 9 seconds without breaking a sweat (that is just to get to the ferry, never mind the Olympic Games). So, oh worldy wise and foot sore fellow CPians, where oh where should I travel? It will be in late June for a week to two weeks. Budget is limited as ever, I am but a poor African with wonderful opportunities and priviliges. So far I have narrowed it down to Portugal, Italy, Croatia or Turkey. If it were Italy then I would be a sheep and bleet through Rome and Venice, they sound amazing. Turkey sounds awfully Arabian nights to me, what they must think of our foreign and romantic cliches I do not know but bring them I will. Croatia is The Place To Visit at the moment and the boss did a 3 week yacht cruise with a glowing recommendation (though he fails to notice I don't own a yacht!) Portugal... ok, I confess, I read a bad book awhile back about five kids in the Algarves and it sounds amazing . That was in the '60s (the book was, not me) so I might need to freshen my info up though, plus they were on drugs a lot so who knows*. Any other European destinations I should be thinking about? Preferably warm, lovely beaches, interesting history, nice girls... errr nice wildlife I mean. It is fun coming back to cold and wintery Cape Town after a few weeks in the sun of some European paradise :) I will also be in London for a week around that time. Thanks chaps :) * It is annoying me that I cannot remember the name of the book. It was a bit rubbish but by a famous travel author. The kids bumb around Europe (Spain, Italy, Portugal) and then through Morroco and down to Mozambique. There was a, beautiful, Swede (might have been a Fin, one of those cold northern countries with no sun and only beautiful liberated women), two Americans and some other kids, all on drugs most of the time. They ran the bulls and drove a kombie around. Lots of sex too. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
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It is that time of year that my feet start to itch, my backpack starts a yodelling (it is Swiss) and the boss demands I spend more than a day away from the office. Last year I did part of Greece and a thoroughly fantastic time was had by all. I would visit again but fear I cannot complete the 100 meter dash in 9 seconds without breaking a sweat (that is just to get to the ferry, never mind the Olympic Games). So, oh worldy wise and foot sore fellow CPians, where oh where should I travel? It will be in late June for a week to two weeks. Budget is limited as ever, I am but a poor African with wonderful opportunities and priviliges. So far I have narrowed it down to Portugal, Italy, Croatia or Turkey. If it were Italy then I would be a sheep and bleet through Rome and Venice, they sound amazing. Turkey sounds awfully Arabian nights to me, what they must think of our foreign and romantic cliches I do not know but bring them I will. Croatia is The Place To Visit at the moment and the boss did a 3 week yacht cruise with a glowing recommendation (though he fails to notice I don't own a yacht!) Portugal... ok, I confess, I read a bad book awhile back about five kids in the Algarves and it sounds amazing . That was in the '60s (the book was, not me) so I might need to freshen my info up though, plus they were on drugs a lot so who knows*. Any other European destinations I should be thinking about? Preferably warm, lovely beaches, interesting history, nice girls... errr nice wildlife I mean. It is fun coming back to cold and wintery Cape Town after a few weeks in the sun of some European paradise :) I will also be in London for a week around that time. Thanks chaps :) * It is annoying me that I cannot remember the name of the book. It was a bit rubbish but by a famous travel author. The kids bumb around Europe (Spain, Italy, Portugal) and then through Morroco and down to Mozambique. There was a, beautiful, Swede (might have been a Fin, one of those cold northern countries with no sun and only beautiful liberated women), two Americans and some other kids, all on drugs most of the time. They ran the bulls and drove a kombie around. Lots of sex too. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
Ok, let's make some promotion then. Have you considered to travel in the most visited country of the World[^]? in this country you'll find a résumé of all the european landscapes, historical buildings, lovely villages, various ambiances according to the different areas, and also notable food and wines.
Mais donnez-moi aussi Le courage et la force et la foi Car vous êtes le seul à donner Ce que l'on ne peut obtenir que de soi.
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Ok, let's make some promotion then. Have you considered to travel in the most visited country of the World[^]? in this country you'll find a résumé of all the european landscapes, historical buildings, lovely villages, various ambiances according to the different areas, and also notable food and wines.
Mais donnez-moi aussi Le courage et la force et la foi Car vous êtes le seul à donner Ce que l'on ne peut obtenir que de soi.
But where in France? I can't afford Paris at the moement. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
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But where in France? I can't afford Paris at the moement. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
I wouldn't advise Paris anyway, it's IMHO a "tourists trap" (Ok, I may be partial, I hate this city) You have plenty of choices, every region (areas) has its own character: the most famous are Provence[^], Brittany[^], Languedoc[^], Aquitaine[^], Alsace[^]... What are you searching for?
Mais donnez-moi aussi Le courage et la force et la foi Car vous êtes le seul à donner Ce que l'on ne peut obtenir que de soi.
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I wouldn't advise Paris anyway, it's IMHO a "tourists trap" (Ok, I may be partial, I hate this city) You have plenty of choices, every region (areas) has its own character: the most famous are Provence[^], Brittany[^], Languedoc[^], Aquitaine[^], Alsace[^]... What are you searching for?
Mais donnez-moi aussi Le courage et la force et la foi Car vous êtes le seul à donner Ce que l'on ne peut obtenir que de soi.
>What are you searching for? I am a carefree guy. I have a backpack and a sleeping bag. I have a camera. I don't have much money*. I want to experience amazing things. The cheaper the accomodation the better. I might have a companion coming along with me, but she doesn't need 5 star hotels either. Good food is needed, not expensive but good***. I like to walk, I like the outdoors. Shorts, a t-shirt and takkies are the fanciest clothes I want to wear while on holiday. I don't travel to schedule, I rock up and see what takes my fancy****. So cities are pretty much out. Greece was perfect; Small villages on islands connected by ferries. * I had 300 euros for 7 days in Greece ** I slept under the stars in Greece for a few euros a night *** The best food I had in Greece was the cheapest and it was plentiful and hearty. The worst food I had was at an expensive restaurant **** In Greece I had nothing but my inbound and outbound Athens flights arranged. The rest I bought tickets minutes before the ferry left or the camp closed regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
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>What are you searching for? I am a carefree guy. I have a backpack and a sleeping bag. I have a camera. I don't have much money*. I want to experience amazing things. The cheaper the accomodation the better. I might have a companion coming along with me, but she doesn't need 5 star hotels either. Good food is needed, not expensive but good***. I like to walk, I like the outdoors. Shorts, a t-shirt and takkies are the fanciest clothes I want to wear while on holiday. I don't travel to schedule, I rock up and see what takes my fancy****. So cities are pretty much out. Greece was perfect; Small villages on islands connected by ferries. * I had 300 euros for 7 days in Greece ** I slept under the stars in Greece for a few euros a night *** The best food I had in Greece was the cheapest and it was plentiful and hearty. The worst food I had was at an expensive restaurant **** In Greece I had nothing but my inbound and outbound Athens flights arranged. The rest I bought tickets minutes before the ferry left or the camp closed regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
The best solution would probably be travelling from one campsite to another. In France campsites are rated with a "star-system", from 0 star (the less facilities) to 4-stars (of course the most expensive). For a middle-rated campsite (2 stars), the rate is often around 10-15€ per day for two. Of course, it may change according to the touristic attraction of the country, campsites on the mediterranean coast (often overcrowded) are more expensive than in the inland (an example here[^]) If you don't want mandatory to be near the (mediterraean) Sea or the (Atlantic) Ocean, I would recommend you the countryside, rather in the Southern France where the weather is more beautiful, but may be very hot during summer. Vacations in countryside are less expensive, less crowded but also beautiful. And if you want to swim there are plenty of lakes quiet everywhere :) Without a car the best way to travel may be the train[^], there are also sometimes local buses. There are plenty of restaurant everywhere, but eating there everyday could be finally expensive (approx. 10 to 15€ per person for a "standard" restaurant, wine included). There are cheaper ways to eat, the cheapest being to buy the food and cook yourself. However, if you don't want to spend to much, I would recommend you the "poorer" european countries as Portugal or Spain (even if Spain is more and more expensive). Not far from Europe there's also Morocco, which is great according to friends (I never travelled there). If you have any question, remark or comment, I would be glad to help, so feel free to mail me :)
Mais donnez-moi aussi Le courage et la force et la foi Car vous êtes le seul à donner Ce que l'on ne peut obtenir que de soi.