tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1751217976724147189.post8275035975136381891..comments2010-01-11T06:12:05.078-08:00Comments on Sugar & Spice...and Everything Nice!: Bonjour from France!Sam Dinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16282814202238987185noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1751217976724147189.post-19773558170347674362010-01-11T06:12:05.078-08:002010-01-11T06:12:05.078-08:00International travel can be a real experience and ...International travel can be a real experience and often troubling for the "green". I am very glad you finally got situated in your hotel that first night. There are a few key things I do when I travel that helps. One is to spot people dressed pretty good in the 20's and 30's as they most likely can speak some English. Its a good rule and works well. Test it out. I also select places to eat by the front windows. They have to be clean. If they have stickers, they are usually put on straight and look great like the VISA, Diner's Club, Master Card stickers. Why? Because I assume that they are as careful with their food and kitchen as they are with the cleanliness of the rest of the place. This is also a great rule. I can not remember it ever failing me. Also, be kind, complimentrary, and open minded when talking to locals. After all, this is their home. In my mind, all people and countries have much to offer and there is no best or worst, just different. With this attitude you will be treated with respect and more and will be welcomed into their world. Its a great thing. We have people in France so if you need anything at all, let me know. <br /><br />Uncle DougAudiocagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11541004210318079171noreply@blogger.com