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Fan Life => The Endzone Dive => Topic started by: steve dave on December 21, 2009, 11:29:29 AM
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Highly recommend staying at a hostel.
Also, please post full flight itinerary.
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I think you should look into backpacking the whole time, dude. It's really easy if you stay in hostels. You might want to learn French or something before doing this though.
But seriously, make sure you see this, I've heard it's really cool:
(http://www.earthinpictures.com/world/france/paris/eiffel_tower_at_night.jpg)
I hear the locals call it the Eiffel Tower, but I don't think that's its real name. The only eiffel tower I've ever heard of is something similar to this:
(http://demotivationalminds.files.wordpress.com/2008/06/demotivator-eiffel-tower.png)
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I think you should look into backpacking the whole time, dude. It's really easy if you stay in hostels. You might want to learn French or something before doing this though.
But seriously, make sure you see this, I've heard it's really cool:
(http://www.earthinpictures.com/world/france/paris/eiffel_tower_at_night.jpg)
Already saw that in Vegas. NEXT!
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Hofbräuhaus in Munich
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Chelsea vs. Arsenal game in London. :cheers:
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Hofbräuhaus in Munich
True dat !
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Pictures from trip to Munich in 2006...
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I won't give you any specifics like "see this" or "do this" because it's Europe, as such it is all essentially the same. I will offer some important tips to help you get along in their culture. Above all, remember you are representing America, so act like it!
1. Don't attempt to speak their language. You won't get it right anyway and may just insult them. Insist they speak English or walk away.
2. Speak up! Most Europeans will have poor hearing from bad nutrition and/or the constant bombs/gun shots going off due to their constant wars. You will need to practically yell to get your point across to them. If they are not seeming to understand you, speak up and repeat. You can usually get something across with the proper volume.
3. Flaunt your wealth, BIGTIME. This is kind of a fun suggestion. All other countries all assume Americans are big time millionaires so play along and show off! Don't be afraid to flash a lot of dollars around and assume everything is for sale.
4. Look at european women all you want. This is not America, feel free to visually undress any woman who is pleasing to the eye. It is part of their generally perverted culture. Whether they are with a guy, in church or 13 years old, let your American eyes take a nice long stroll around. Many women will be offended if you don't look down their shirts or up their skirts, and sometimes comment that you are appreciative.
5. Do not try new foods. Feel free to comment on foods that look/sound weird. They eat some whacked out stuff over there and the sooner they realize the Americans think that is gross, the sooner they are apt to change.
6. Get physical. Europeans LOVE Americans. They simply love us and you will generally be greated like a conquering hero wherever you decide to go. On the off chance you are not, feel free to kick somebody's ass. Physicality is often all that Europeans understand and, because you will be bigger and stronger than most of those runts, you really can't lose.
7. Comment on odd smells. Lots of folks over there do not use deodorant but what a lot of Americans don't realize is because they don't know much about deodorant. If someone smells offensive, quickly ask if they have heard of deodorant and tell them all about it. If they do not seem to understand make sure and mime the application of a roll on deoborant to your underarms or, better yet, insist they take one of your airplane size sticks. They will truly appreciate your gracious American assistance.
8. Get drunk. Tons and whenever you want. Make sure to remember 1-7 above though when you are drunk.
I am sure there are a few missing but the above have always worked great for me.
Happy travels.
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LSOC ftw
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(http://www.designcouncil.org.uk/DCImages/About%20Design/Design%20Techniques/Ergonomics/BA_Club_Med.jpg)
Don't British Airway's planes crash alot??
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(http://www.designcouncil.org.uk/DCImages/About%20Design/Design%20Techniques/Ergonomics/BA_Club_Med.jpg)
Don't British Airway's planes crash alot??
Never that I've flown :dunno:
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Don't forget to visit Copenhagen and check out the global warming.
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(http://www.designcouncil.org.uk/DCImages/About%20Design/Design%20Techniques/Ergonomics/BA_Club_Med.jpg)
Don't British Airway's planes crash alot??
Never that I've flown :dunno:
You're playin the odds. I like it.
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I won't give you any specifics like "see this" or "do this" because it's Europe, as such it is all essentially the same. I will offer some important tips to help you get along in their culture. Above all, remember you are representing America, so act like it!
1. Don't attempt to speak their language. You won't get it right anyway and may just insult them. Insist they speak English or walk away.
2. Speak up! Most Europeans will have poor hearing from bad nutrition and/or the constant bombs/gun shots going off due to their constant wars. You will need to practically yell to get your point across to them. If they are not seeming to understand you, speak up and repeat. You can usually get something across with the proper volume.
3. Flaunt your wealth, BIGTIME. This is kind of a fun suggestion. All other countries all assume Americans are big time millionaires so play along and show off! Don't be afraid to flash a lot of dollars around and assume everything is for sale.
4. Look at european women all you want. This is not America, feel free to visually undress any woman who is pleasing to the eye. It is part of their generally perverted culture. Whether they are with a guy, in church or 13 years old, let your American eyes take a nice long stroll around. Many women will be offended if you don't look down their shirts or up their skirts, and sometimes comment that you are appreciative.
5. Do not try new foods. Feel free to comment on foods that look/sound weird. They eat some whacked out stuff over there and the sooner they realize the Americans think that is gross, the sooner they are apt to change.
6. Get physical. Europeans LOVE Americans. They simply love us and you will generally be greated like a conquering hero wherever you decide to go. On the off chance you are not, feel free to kick somebody's ass. Physicality is often all that Europeans understand and, because you will be bigger and stronger than most of those runts, you really can't lose.
7. Comment on odd smells. Lots of folks over there do not use deodorant but what a lot of Americans don't realize is because they don't know much about deodorant. If someone smells offensive, quickly ask if they have heard of deodorant and tell them all about it. If they do not seem to understand make sure and mime the application of a roll on deoborant to your underarms or, better yet, insist they take one of your airplane size sticks. They will truly appreciate your gracious American assistance.
8. Get drunk. Tons and whenever you want. Make sure to remember 1-7 above though when you are drunk.
I am sure there are a few missing but the above have always worked great for me.
Happy travels.
Wonderful list. I just forwarded that to a buddy of mine who is an editor for “The Lonely Planet.” Sounds like they are going to include this in the “Forward” section of each of their wonder travel books about countries on “the continent.”
There are a couple that I’d like to add.
9. Get political! Regardless of your personal political affiliation, defend every American politician and military member to the death. Remind everyone you encounter that they’d be speaking German if it weren’t for America (When interacting with actual Germans, use “Russian.”). As you visit each country, refer to it publically as the “51st” State.
10. Sticker shock. Whenever you have occasion to observe the posted price of commodities such as gasoline, milk, water, etc. be sure to note how outrageously more expensive these items are in Europe than they are in the States. Make a big deal of it…let them know that despite your vast American wealth, the staples of life are cheap in America….remind them that “It’s no wonder you can’t afford anything but these little pussy cars with gas prices like this!”
11. Homophobia. Europe is crawling with homos, most of which are perfectly decent human beings. However, it’s your duty as an American to make sure that they understand that it’s NOT cool to flaunt that kind of thing in public. Rule of thumb: If a man is wearing tight dress pants, smoking a clove cigarette, wearing a scarf, or is real skinny, then he’s gay….and he’s flaunting it. Point this out to those around you. Ask aloud “Why do you have so many homosexual men in this country, is it because of your women?” Shedding a little light on a global problem such as this not only makes the world a better place, but also makes you better for having helped to make it happen.
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Make sure you grow your beard out prior to flight. It is preferable to dress in a sheet and to wrap a towel around your head. Running around the airport, prior to going through security is advised, as TSA appreciates boarders that are sweating heavily and breathing hard.
But, most of all, make sure you strap your valuables to your chest with duct tape. Makes for a very enjoyable experience. Happy holidaying!
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I don't really have any good advice since I've never been to Europe, but you could always try and recreate a few scenes from European Vacation.
"We're looking for sex Dad"
"Not now Audrey!!"
"Dad that's German for six"
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my trip to spain just got canceled today - hope you have better luck :'(
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Go to Spain. There's some cool crap there that I've learned about in all my Spanish classes. But on the other hand, it seems like a total dump
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my trip to spain just got canceled today - hope you have better luck :'(
Cleared the way for an excellent Plaza mini-paker tonight. :beerchug:
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Don't know where you are going, but I'll just list a couple places that I've liked on my trips over there.
Valencia, Spain is pretty f'n cool it has stuff like this...
http://img63.imageshack.us/img63/2229/img1091.jpg (http://img63.imageshack.us/img63/2229/img1091.jpg)
If you do the Venice thing in Italy, check out Burano (one of the small islands, you can take a ferry from Venice) it has stuff like this...
(http://nature.wallpaperme.com/3182-2/Burano_+Venice_+Italy.jpg)
If you are doing Italy at all, I recommend the train system, its super cheap and fairly comprehensive. Switzerland is awesome to do by train as well, but quite a bit more in the money department. If you need help orchestrating all this I can definitely help you out, just pm me.
My favorite city in Europe is Prague, so if you get a chance to, it is well worth it. The best, and cheapest beer in the world.
Rule #1: never eat at a restaurant just off a main square or tourist attraction.
Rule #2: Don't get the clap.
Rule #3: Take me with you.
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Normandy - the location for the greatest turning point in the modern world.
Dachau Concentration Camp (near Munich)
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Def. Go to ladies nite at a bar. Off the charts in terms of people watching. Just be sure to staple your wife's turtleneck shut and just to be safe build a mrs. Sd size baby bjorn to keep her safe.
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I have only been to the uk, so can really only give advice about that area.
There is a pub across the street from the Tower of London called "The Hung, Drawn and Quartered" that has the best urinal trough in the world. Definitely worth checking out.
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Def. Go to ladies nite at a bar. Off the charts in terms of people watching. Just be sure to staple your wife's turtleneck shut and just to be safe build a mrs. Sd size baby bjorn to keep her safe.
And whatever you do, don't look at the ladies' armpits.
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I think the way has been cleared for a mega excellent Spainpak.
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I think the way has been cleared for a mega excellent Spainpak.
Agreed.
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During the flight over, open your laptop so folks around you can see - and click this
http://www.thecleverest.com/countdown.swf (http://www.thecleverest.com/countdown.swf)
You will soon meet lots of interesting people
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During the flight over, open your laptop so folks around you can see - and click this
http://www.thecleverest.com/countdown.swf (http://www.thecleverest.com/countdown.swf)
You will soon meet lots of interesting people
Oooooo.....me likes!
Fun for you and your whole.
Family.