As a mom I am a bit (a lot, actually!!) worried, and I am thinking of all the things I should tell/warn my daughter before she goes.
I got some advice on Tuesday’s post, as well as on Twitter:
Ronel (my sister):
- Don't spend all your time overseas in shops, but walk, walk, walk and see all the sights and don't wait for another time.
- Take lots of photos!
- Take time to chat with the locals.
- Hear the sounds and listen to the music.
- You can sleep when back home again.
- Enjoy!!
- Don’t take a red rose flower from a young French guy or any person… they target people and then…just tell her not to take it (Apparently it is not urban legend, but reality. I had to ask.)
- When someone offers you a bracelet, say no, even if they offer it for free, say no!
- Be always aware of the surroundings, and do not go where it feels unsafe. Gut feelings should never be underestimated!
- Also to stay in groups, or in pairs! Always let someone know where you are.
- Do not try to buy stuff for everybody, but rather spend money on experiences and places to see. Buy something special for yourself!
A colleague's suggestion:
- Do not drink too much cooldrink/bubbly (hope not!) in the plane, but rather stay with water. It helps against jet-lag!
My best wishes are going with you, Arnia, and we will miss you!
Love, Mom!
My tip - give her something to calm her down so she can sleep on the plane.
ReplyDeleteAnd stay with a friend.
Here's hoping your daughter has a fab holiday.
ReplyDeletecarol
Enjoy each and every moment as it comes. This is a fantastic opportunity that not many of us will ever have. Do as you wish, when you wish.
ReplyDeleteBring a map.
Bring a high end walking shoe, you'll need it.
Take a gazillion pictures.
Email your mom EVERY day. ( take it from me, you'll be sorry if you don't ha ha )
Seriously? Do they do this? Go so far away from home?
ReplyDeleteI battle with cricket matches played away *blush*
Its going to be awesome for her though :)
My advise - take LOTS of pictures, buy something unique to that place (check its not made in China cos then we probably get it here :-p) and order something different to eat!