LovesTimone
Christmas Day 2017
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- Apr 29, 2009
OP here
This is my last installment on this trip report. YAY....I completed my trip report...
Lets start with the things that I wish we would have done differently.
Magically Shuttle from DLP to CDG was just not a good fit, and absolutely no Disney magic in this ride. We both agreed that we should have just booked Eyzshuttle back to the airport, honestly I feel this was a real miss step for us... If you do choose to use this service, know that you are on your own, you will need to load and unload your bags from under the bus, the driver does not assist in any way, nor was anyone available to assist you from the hotel. So if you need help even a little, take this into consideration. I hope that in the future that Disney will be offering bus service to and from the airports.
A few things that I learned...
Dealing with the strikes, especially dealing with our trip over. I might should have done more research into when they were planning to strike and look for either a different time of year, or another airline. We would fly with Air France again, the trip back to the US was great.
Striking is a way of life in France and they are famous for it. Taking that into consideration, when planning is very important. As we did not use the metro/trains the whole time. We did learn that the strikes effect just about everything so be prepared with alternate plans. Rolling with the punches so to speak is what travel is all about.
Understanding that you need a plan b or plan c, when you are touring. As hours or days opened are left up to the discretion of the employees.
Things that I am glad I did prepare for...
I am very glad that I did spend some time learning some french, while I'm not very good. It did get us by and I am still practicing and learning some more for our next trip.
Learning the customs, and expected manners was very important when out shopping or eating. Being a good guest and respectful did go along way.
I put in hours of planning and research into this trip, and I was so glad that I did, we had a very good idea of what we wanted to do, and options before we got there. Such as hop on hop off buses, museum pass, and tours.
Luggage and packing..
1 large checked bag, 1 roll on and 1 personal item...per person ...NO more than that.
We have been traveling for quite sometime now, so I have learned to scale down with out sacrificing some style, and comfort.
Mix your clothing, DH and I share both bags, so that if one doesn't make it we both have something to wear.
Mixing your clothing also helps with the weight of the bags.
Clothing
Comfortable shoes are important, honestly after all the walking I could not have cared how cute or ugly my shoes were as long as they did not hurt my feet.
A rain coat or rain jacket with a hood, and a good warm jacket were a must for this trip.
Layer clothing... I brought a few cami's and couple of long sleeve solid color cotton t-shirts and I was so glad that I did.
A couple of Scarves easy way to change up your look and keep warm.
Final Thoughts
This trip was absolutely amazing... and I can not wait to return to France... When traveling immerse yourself in the culture and customs. Use your best manners as you are a guest in someone else home. We found that we are all just people, and when you smile and show them how interested in their culture, history, and way of life. Everyone relax's and you get a better experience overall. Be prepared for the unexpected... and go with the flow...
Heureux et en securite voyage ( Happy and Safe Travels)
Au revoir jusqu a la prochaine fois ( Good bye until next time)
This is my last installment on this trip report. YAY....I completed my trip report...
Lets start with the things that I wish we would have done differently.
Magically Shuttle from DLP to CDG was just not a good fit, and absolutely no Disney magic in this ride. We both agreed that we should have just booked Eyzshuttle back to the airport, honestly I feel this was a real miss step for us... If you do choose to use this service, know that you are on your own, you will need to load and unload your bags from under the bus, the driver does not assist in any way, nor was anyone available to assist you from the hotel. So if you need help even a little, take this into consideration. I hope that in the future that Disney will be offering bus service to and from the airports.
A few things that I learned...
Dealing with the strikes, especially dealing with our trip over. I might should have done more research into when they were planning to strike and look for either a different time of year, or another airline. We would fly with Air France again, the trip back to the US was great.
Striking is a way of life in France and they are famous for it. Taking that into consideration, when planning is very important. As we did not use the metro/trains the whole time. We did learn that the strikes effect just about everything so be prepared with alternate plans. Rolling with the punches so to speak is what travel is all about.
Understanding that you need a plan b or plan c, when you are touring. As hours or days opened are left up to the discretion of the employees.
Things that I am glad I did prepare for...
I am very glad that I did spend some time learning some french, while I'm not very good. It did get us by and I am still practicing and learning some more for our next trip.
Learning the customs, and expected manners was very important when out shopping or eating. Being a good guest and respectful did go along way.
I put in hours of planning and research into this trip, and I was so glad that I did, we had a very good idea of what we wanted to do, and options before we got there. Such as hop on hop off buses, museum pass, and tours.
Luggage and packing..
1 large checked bag, 1 roll on and 1 personal item...per person ...NO more than that.
We have been traveling for quite sometime now, so I have learned to scale down with out sacrificing some style, and comfort.
Mix your clothing, DH and I share both bags, so that if one doesn't make it we both have something to wear.
Mixing your clothing also helps with the weight of the bags.
Clothing
Comfortable shoes are important, honestly after all the walking I could not have cared how cute or ugly my shoes were as long as they did not hurt my feet.
A rain coat or rain jacket with a hood, and a good warm jacket were a must for this trip.
Layer clothing... I brought a few cami's and couple of long sleeve solid color cotton t-shirts and I was so glad that I did.
A couple of Scarves easy way to change up your look and keep warm.
Final Thoughts
This trip was absolutely amazing... and I can not wait to return to France... When traveling immerse yourself in the culture and customs. Use your best manners as you are a guest in someone else home. We found that we are all just people, and when you smile and show them how interested in their culture, history, and way of life. Everyone relax's and you get a better experience overall. Be prepared for the unexpected... and go with the flow...
Heureux et en securite voyage ( Happy and Safe Travels)
Au revoir jusqu a la prochaine fois ( Good bye until next time)