Hangin with the Frenchies

[AA717driver]

And that's exactly why I like New Yorkers. You always know where you stand with them. TC

 

[G21Agoose]

The TGV from Paris to Aix-en-Provence takes three hours and Aix is well worth it. A wonderful place, Aix is a university town which is sophisticated as well as fun. Normandy, while beautiful and interesting is still cold and a little bleak this time of the year.

New York (coming from an ex-Upper West Sider) is full of rude people- just one less since I left.

 

[rice]

2000 is right on the money. New Yorkers are rude, too.

That's a bunch of BS A-Hole, who the F do you think you are stereotyping New Yorkers like that?

Then to group us in with those crepe eating beret wearing pu$$ies. You got some pair, you backward as no good cheese loving, surrender monkey.

With that being said most New Yorkers love people like you, TC.

Damn, G4G5 beat me to it!!!!!!! (crossing the pond last night/today)
But if I had been the first to respond then I would have ripped you a new one just on principle. So much for buying you an F'ing beer next time your in town
:uzi: :beer: . JK
I'll be in Annecy,FR next week so I'll let you know how the country folk react to this rude NY'er.
PS. TC, Any word on TEB thing??????

 

[Snakum]

I had no idea there were so many expat FI'ers frequenting Stinkyland. Next trip, I'll post so we can get together in Paris and bash the US President and every Spanish painter since Goya.

Remember ... we're from Winnipeg, ok?

 

[G21Agoose]

I had no idea there were so many expat FI'ers frequenting Stinkyland. Next trip, I'll post so we can get together in Paris and bash the US President and every Spanish painter since Goya.

Remember ... we're from Winnipeg, ok?

I only ever come on here for a bit of Spanish Rococo and Romance.

 

[Lollie]

Quiberon is very nice, they have a casino right on the beach. It's a penninsula.

 

[Diesel]

I've spent a lot of time in france especially paris.

I highly recomend taking the train out to Reims and touring the Champagne houses. Don't drive because you end up drinking out there but it is really amazing.

You can do the rest of the tourist stuff but don't forget versails but the line will be really long in the summer.

PS I think that NYorkers and Bostonians are ruder than the French. Just try and speak their language even if its just thank you and sorry.

Also when you need to ask a question start off with this, "I'm sorry i don't speak french but do you speak english?"

And try not to be the typical american.

 

[g4800xp]

After 40 or 50 trips to France, I have never had a problem, Paris, South of Frace, or out in the country. You will only be treated like an ugly American if you act like one.

 

[Ravendriver]

Enjoy your trip.

 

[AA717driver]

Snakum--I'll be at Leon's de Bruxelles on the Champs at around 1900 on the 12th. Now that I think about it, I'll be at The Chesterfield (take a left at the Virgin Megastore on the Champs) at around 1730 for happy hour.

Be there or be square. I can PM you when I get in. We'll be staying at the La Defense Rennaissance.

Rice--I'll check on the TEB thing.TC

 

[rice]

Snakum--I'll be at Leon's de Bruxelles on the Champs at around 1900 on the 12th. Now that I think about it, I'll be at The Chesterfield (take a left at the Virgin Megastore on the Champs) at around 1730 for happy hour.

Be there or be square. I can PM you when I get in. We'll be staying at the La Defense Rennaissance.

Rice--I'll check on the TEB thing.TC

Thanks TC, you are the man, regardless of what G4G5 says!!!!
Are you hopping the pond on the 11th? If so I'll wave to you on my way home.

 

[AA717driver]

Are you hopping the pond on the 11th? If so I'll wave to you on my way home.

rice--Yeah, but you'll be snug in bed by the time we break ground... TC

 

[PRentz15]

train to bordeaux

So is their a train to Normandy or down to Bordeaux? Done Brussels and London quite a bit. Definitely the Louve and Champs...
If I could hop a train out to a locale what would be the best bet for a day or two?

Rdr

Yes you can take a train from Paris to Bayeux (Normandy). From there you can hire a taxi, or catch a bus tour to several of the Normandy sites. It would be best to set up a tour or taxi ahead of time. The train station there is pretty much in the middle of nowhere, and finding an english speaking taxi driver to give you a tour can take awhile if you don't call ahead.

Definitely a good day trip from Paris. It is a 2 hour train ride from Paris. Plan on spending at least 4 hours out there.

 

[hawkerflyer]

:uzi: :beer: . JK
I'll be in Annecy,FR next week

I lived in Annecy for nearly 10 years. If you're into water sports in a beautiful lake and mountain region, you'd be hard pressed to find anywhere nicer. This is definitely the time to go. As far as the locals go, they will be as accomodating as can be. If you're into hiking and mountain biking, there's a ski-resort not 45 minutes away in La Clusaz with some amazing trails and scenery. If you're into the city life, Geneva is less than an hour away. In any case, give the people a chance to show you how nice they can be. If you go with an open mind, you may be surprised.