Cindy Adams highlights the challenges travelers face in Europe, particularly in France, where friendly interactions are scarce. The article emphasizes the rising travel costs, especially in cities like London and Rome. Adams humorously shares personal anecdotes, illustrating both the charm and the rudeness of local interactions. While Paris might not provide a warm welcome, alternative destinations like Mallorca, Prague, and parts of Portugal are presented as economically attractive travel spots. The piece sets a realistic expectation for those planning trips to popular European destinations in the upcoming warm weather.
I’ve missed maybe Madagascar, because even Madagascarenos don’t know where it is. Half of Forest Hills is leaving their two-bedroom condos and schlepping to Europe.
Paris is costly. Cheap was only the guy I was traveling with. Food's great, fashion's terrific, sights special - but warm? Friendly? Please.
They gave Jazzy water, food, her own chair, her own dishes, photographed her, petted her. Cootchy-coo'd her. Dogs they love. People, no.
Ready to pay up? London has good hotels. A rear cell overlooking the night before's trash cans starts at $1,500 a night.
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