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Post by oldie on Oct 3, 2020 14:24:20 GMT 7
If you could take a 12 year old on a quick trip where would you choose as your destinations?
I'm thinking Brisbane, Tokyo, Kathmandu, Kilimanjaro, Cairo, somewhere in Europe, Anchorage, Brisbane.
On arrival; one, two or three day quick side trips; then off again.
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Post by rubl on Oct 3, 2020 14:53:39 GMT 7
A 'flat earth vegan' going around the World? Somehow that doesn't sound right.  |
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Post by AyG on Oct 3, 2020 17:01:54 GMT 7
"I'm thinking Brisbane, Tokyo, Kathmandu, Kilimanjaro, Cairo, somewhere in Europe, Anchorage, Brisbane."
Tokyo would be good. From there a day trip to Kamakura would be excellent or, if you have more time, Kyoto. Hiroshima would also be memorable for the island of Miyajima with its torii in the sea and mountain climb with deer and monkeys.
Whilst I love Kathmandu, it's not the most sanitary of places, and I'd be reluctant to take a child there. (That said, Nepal is far easier on the nerves than India.)
Cairo is a nasty, big, polluted city. The pyramids are worth a quick glance, and the museum isn't bad (but is rather old fashioned). I would be concerned about being slaughtered by terrorists; tourists have been a prime target in recent years. You're also virtually guaranteed to have severe diarrhoea. Not something you'd want on a flying visit.
In Europe you're spoilt for choice. Vienna, Rome, Madrid, Paris, even London, all would entertain for a few days.
A few other thoughts: Hanoi or Hoi An in Vietnam. The Mekong Delta there would also be fun. Bali is lovely (as long as you stay away from the backpacker areas). Seeing a monkey dance by firelight is an amazing experience, and the local food's great, too.
Istanbul has a lot to see, but you play Russian roulette every time you eat. I spent far too long studying the back of the toilet door on each of my visits.
I'm not much of a fan of America, but it's good to see New York once. San Francisco can be interesting too, with possibly a side trip to the Napa or Sonoma valley (assuming there's anything left after the wildfires). Boston has quite a bit to see, and is generally more civilised (i.e. European) than much of the rest of the country.
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Post by oldie on Oct 3, 2020 18:03:13 GMT 7
"I'm thinking Brisbane, Tokyo, Kathmandu, Kilimanjaro, Cairo, somewhere in Europe, Anchorage, Brisbane." Tokyo would be good. From there a day trip to Kamakura would be excellent or, if you have more time, Kyoto. Hiroshima would also be memorable for the island of Miyajima with its torii in the sea and mountain climb with deer and monkeys. Whilst I love Kathmandu, it's not the most sanitary of places, and I'd be reluctant to take a child there. (That said, Nepal is far easier on the nerves than India.) Cairo is a nasty, big, polluted city. The pyramids are worth a quick glance, and the museum isn't bad (but is rather old fashioned). I would be concerned about being slaughtered by terrorists; tourists have been a prime target in recent years. You're also virtually guaranteed to have severe diarrhoea. Not something you'd want on a flying visit. In Europe you're spoilt for choice. Vienna, Rome, Madrid, Paris, even London, all would entertain for a few days. A few other thoughts: Hanoi or Hoi An in Vietnam. The Mekong Delta there would also be fun. Bali is lovely (as long as you stay away from the backpacker areas). Seeing a monkey dance by firelight is an amazing experience, and the local food's great, too. Istanbul has a lot to see, but you play Russian roulette every time you eat. I spent far too long studying the back of the toilet door on each of my visits. I'm not much of a fan of America, but it's good to see New York once. San Francisco can be interesting too, with possibly a side trip to the Napa or Sonoma valley (assuming there's anything left after the wildfires). Boston has quite a bit to see, and is generally more civilised (i.e. European) than much of the rest of the country. Thanks. Food for thought. I'm thinking maybe add an African game park whilst in Tanzania? Any more suggestions? |
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Post by oldie on Oct 3, 2020 18:11:28 GMT 7
"I'm thinking Brisbane, Tokyo, Kathmandu, Kilimanjaro, Cairo, somewhere in Europe, Anchorage, Brisbane." Tokyo would be good. From there a day trip to Kamakura would be excellent or, if you have more time, Kyoto. Hiroshima would also be memorable for the island of Miyajima with its torii in the sea and mountain climb with deer and monkeys. Whilst I love Kathmandu, it's not the most sanitary of places, and I'd be reluctant to take a child there. (That said, Nepal is far easier on the nerves than India.) Cairo is a nasty, big, polluted city. The pyramids are worth a quick glance, and the museum isn't bad (but is rather old fashioned). I would be concerned about being slaughtered by terrorists; tourists have been a prime target in recent years. You're also virtually guaranteed to have severe diarrhoea. Not something you'd want on a flying visit. In Europe you're spoilt for choice. Vienna, Rome, Madrid, Paris, even London, all would entertain for a few days. A few other thoughts: Hanoi or Hoi An in Vietnam. The Mekong Delta there would also be fun. Bali is lovely (as long as you stay away from the backpacker areas). Seeing a monkey dance by firelight is an amazing experience, and the local food's great, too. Istanbul has a lot to see, but you play Russian roulette every time you eat. I spent far too long studying the back of the toilet door on each of my visits. I'm not much of a fan of America, but it's good to see New York once. San Francisco can be interesting too, with possibly a side trip to the Napa or Sonoma valley (assuming there's anything left after the wildfires). Boston has quite a bit to see, and is generally more civilised (i.e. European) than much of the rest of the country. Reminds me of the time we were doing our washing in a Delhi camp site and the female next to me says "you can tell the ones who fart in their sleeping bags, they're airing them over their tents". The female to the other side says "you can tell the ones who shit their pants, their scrubbing their undies" The kiwi bloke listening in says "you're not wrong" as he was scrubbing out his sleeping bag. |
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Post by chiangmai on Oct 4, 2020 6:23:09 GMT 7
My mix and match highlights:
I would choose New Zealand for its natural beauty although I understand it may not appeal to you that much; West Coast USA, a drive from San Fran. to LA or maybe even Lake Tahoe & Vegas; New England, New Hampshire/Mass. with a stop in NY; London; Paris or maybe Munich with a trip up the Zugenspitz; Seychelles/Mauritius if dooable; Hanoi/Da Nang in Vietnam; a smaller city in Japan, not Tokyo.
I'm available to guide and carry bags, at very reasonable rates.
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Post by oldie on Oct 4, 2020 7:14:31 GMT 7
My mix and match highlights: I would choose New Zealand for its natural beauty although I understand it may not appeal to you that much; West Coast USA, a drive from San Fran. to LA or maybe even Lake Tahoe & Vegas; New England, New Hampshire/Mass. with a stop in NY; London; Paris or maybe Munich with a trip up the Zugenspitz; Seychelles/Mauritius if dooable; Hanoi/Da Nang in Vietnam; a smaller city in Japan, not Tokyo. I'm available to guide and carry bags, at very reasonable rates. . Thanks CM. I left New Zealand off the list because it is literally just across the ditch and we can go there basically anytime. We have been there twice and I totally agree with you. My favourite part of America was the departure lounge, but I'm reluctantly willing to give it another chance. I'll pencil in your other suggestions. |
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Post by siampolee on Oct 4, 2020 9:01:16 GMT 7
Now should you wish to step back in time, Frinton on Sea in the county of Essex in the UK would indeed be an interesting time warp experience both environmentally and socially...
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Post by chiangmai on Oct 4, 2020 9:15:45 GMT 7
My Gran. used to live in Kirby Cross which is a small village just outside Frinton, we'd often go into FoS for afternoon tea and a stroll on the prom., a lovely genteel place or it used to be.
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Post by oldie on Oct 4, 2020 11:30:58 GMT 7
I'm looking at a "snapshot" experience, no driving. Maybe 3 weeks. Turn up, jump on a bus/ car/ train/ organised short tour.., stay a few nights, move on.
No hurry, we're talking next year or maybe the year after.
There are a few websites offering "around the world" air tickets for the right price.
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Post by chiangmai on Oct 4, 2020 12:12:30 GMT 7
There's a massage place just down the road that advertises Round the World, I'll go in an enquire, they may have some tips.
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Post by oldie on Oct 4, 2020 12:59:45 GMT 7
There's a massage place just down the road that advertises Round the World, I'll go in an enquire, they may have some tips. Thanks CM. Originating in Thailand and returning to Thailand would be fun. I stumbled across this website, American but they look helpful. www.airtreks.com/ |
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Post by oldie on Oct 4, 2020 13:02:51 GMT 7
There's a massage place just down the road that advertises Round the World, I'll go in an enquire, they may have some tips. I just reread that  . A massage place . Do they physically offer around the world experiences, or just the imagination? |
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Post by chiangmai on Oct 4, 2020 14:22:56 GMT 7
It's a misnomer for something else that has nothing to do with travel, the signs used to be very common years ago.  |
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Post by oldie on Oct 4, 2020 15:07:28 GMT 7
It's a misnomer for something else that has nothing to do with travel, the signs used to be very common years ago. . A bit like the "we serve Vegemite sandwiches" signs around Bangkok back in the eighties. Nothing to do with Vegemite sandwiches, a lot to do with a threesome. Matthew 11:15. For those who have ears, let then hear.. |
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