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Expert Profile: Terry Casey

Expertise: Most experienced for Paris, Loire Valley, Provence, Southwest France, Alsace, Burgundy and Reims/Champagne Country. Terry really likes helping travelers get their trip "flow and pacing" right so that your adventure is neither . . . a bore, NOR a blur! There's so much to enjoy in France that you want to make sure your timing works well and fits your interests, tastes, personal experiences and needs. In the past few years, Terry has also planned and done great trips to Belgium, Germany, Spain, Ireland, England, Austria, Italy, Czech Republic, Hungary, Greece, Turkey and Switzerland, plus South America and Cuba. Did wonderful April, 2007, week in Paris. Just back from summer 2008 England through Baltics and Russia cruise, etc.
There is much post 9-11-2001 worry about travel to Europe, but all reports and experiences say things are fine, with proper care and planning. From wide travels in many parts of Europe in 2005- 2008, my personal experiences are that things are good there and reasonably behaving Americans are treated well. See, enjoy the world and experience its great diversity! I have visited 20 countries in Europe and know that there's lots there to see and do. PROVIDE KEY BACKGROUND INFORMATION with QUESTION: To help me answer your questions better, please provide some info on your past France/Europe travel experiences, ages, general budget range, personal travel style/interests, number in your party, what you most want to enjoy and see, etc.

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What do you like about this subject? France has it all! Great food, history, sites and sights, architecture, art, wine, diversity, museums, countrysides, coasts, mountains, hills, etc.. Today it is ONE country, but historically it has much more variety and so many different interests and styles. Like the United States, it is large, with such a variety of fascinating details.

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know: There is the worry that the French are rude. That has NOT been our experience. YES, the French are proud of their past and are busy living their daily lives. We are GUESTS in THEIR country and should act accordingly. Don't get uppity because they don't speak English or fail to respond to the pushy game of me! and I want it right now!

Something controversial or provocative about this subject Even if you don't speak French, use some basic words. French appreciate that effort! Many know some English, but are not experts in speaking it well. Do your homework/preparation in advance. Have a written page with your destintions address/hotel name. It is easier to see it, than trying to listen!

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field? Everything! There is so much to learn, see and enjoy. It is hard to soak it all up in just one or two trips. Plus with the vast diversity within the different areas and regions, that adds to what can be learned on each different visit to France.

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User Comments

Good answer as I had'nt thought about stopping over in Chartres or Versailles. Thanks, Maurice
(Maurice on 08/23/08)

I really appreciate your fast response. So you think it would be ok to wear summery outfits even if the weather gets a little cool? Here in SC people
(regina on 08/23/08)

Terry's advice erased my anxiety over planning a driving trip to Europe. He answered all my questions before I could eveb blink my eye. All Experts is
(Jona Romualdez on 08/22/08)

His response was very prompt, thorough and helpful. He asked for further information from me to ensure that he had given the appropriate respon
(Fiona on 08/20/08)

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Recent Answers from Terry Casey

2008-08-23 Route from Roscoff to Flims-Dorf, Switzerland: Hi . . . Maurice! From www.mapquest.com/directions/europe you can get very detailed directions. From Roscoff to Chur, their site says it take 11 hours, 59 minutes to travel the total estimated distance...

2008-08-23 Advice on getting from Nice to Bauduen: Hi . . . Maryam! In trying to reach Bauduen, you have several serious challenges. First, your plane might be scheduled to arrive at 10:10 am, but then there is the time for getting off of the plane...

2008-08-22 how to dress for Provence in September: Hi . . . Regina! Having been in the Loire Valley in early July 2005 wearing a jacket with the weather in the 60's and in southern England just a month ago with it was sunny and in the 60's, makes a...

2008-08-22 Driving to Provence, Cote d Azur etc: Hi . . . again . . . Jona Romualdez! Thanks for your kind comments! If seeking to do Eastern France/Alsace, I would work it in after Reims/Champagne Country and before heading to Beaune. You'll...

2008-08-21 Driving to Provence, Cote d Azur etc: Hi . . . again . . . Jona Romualdez! Thanks for the added background. From what you indicate, my suggestions to consider would be: 1. Land at de Gaulle, get your car, head towards Reims area,...