Have any of you ever travel'd outside your own country?

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Mortica

Yes I live in London presently due to outsourcing of my American employment. This summer I was able to stay at my friend Jenny_is_Hot for a month at her home, while I picked up loose end work with my company. I met her here on Yahoo Answers of all places too. She is a dear friend to me, and one of finest women you could ever befriend. I was raised in Liverpool, and I attended Collage at Dartmouth. So you could say I have been in and out at times.

Joogie

Yes every year.......I'm from Canada.......we've gone all over the states and the Carribbean....and I know lots of people that have gone to Europe and Asia.....
and even backpacking through these places and staying at hostels......that is real travelling!

No worries.......you'll be fine.....and they speak english so you can't get that lost!!

Anria A

I'm from South Africa, and traveled to the UK 3 years ago. Still here now. It is very exciting, and I'll do it all over again, if given the choice again.

oreocrumbles

I have visited a few countries and lived in two countries other than my own. Travelling and experiencing new cultures is a wonderful experience that no one should pass up. The UK is wonderful. You will have a good time. Trust me. We British can be really friendly.

veergeo

don't worry, you'll be fine. you have to take the anxiety you have about travel and turn it into excitement about going somewhere new. i've travelled all over the states and numerous times to asia. flying on a plane is pretty noneventful, you'll probably get bored as your flying. so bring something to entertain yourself with, like music or movies or a book. the only headache you'll probably find is security and customs. other than that, enjoy your trip.

JOe la Tambouille

Hi, don't worry english people are nice and the United Kingdom is one of the best country in Europe. If you stay there several weeks you can benefit from the European Union and visit other countries in Europe, you dont need a visa, Belgium, Netherlands, Ireland or my country : France which capital is just 2 or 3 hours by train from London

dragonrider707

Yes I have and travelling is great. Just be aware of your surroundings (stay out of dark alleys etc), dont be too trusting (dont go anywhere alone with strangers), dont wear anything too touristy (muggers and pickpockets look for that kind of thing), similarly dont wear too much jewellry ( a cheap watch works as well as a Rolex for the time you will be there) or flash a wad of cash. As for being on a plane..dont sweat it. I was scared when I first flew..just pretend to yourself you are on a train or something like that..worked for me. Give yourself plenty of time at the airport and wear comfortable clothes...especially shoes 'cos you feet swell. Take the minimum amount of baggage...you can and will buy more stuff on your travels. You will have a great time..I have found people are usually very friendly and if you be yourself they will accept you more easily. Have a great time and take lots of pictures!!!!

ElOsoBravo

Be very relaxed about it. Just consider it another new experience, and you will get plenty of help from airline staff and/or other passengers if you are confused about anything. Just ask.
BTW, plane travel is much safer than automobile travel. Statistics prove it.

cathy l

ur grand , dont worry the crews are friendly and flying is just the same as riding a metro..safe journey!

cozjeanda

yes ihave ive been to spain, italy, austria, germany, france , the uk 2 times , puerto rico , and the bahamas . i love flying , take some gum to chew so if your ears pop , if your a little nervous dont sit by the window this time since its your first time . take off is a bit intense but you'll be fine actually i like take off landing bothers me more . dont get drunk it doesnt help . i flew in october right after 9/11 , you will be fine have fun in the uk

colourshift

Good! You're going to venture out...congratulations.
I know of lots of people that hardly leave their own state, let alone go oveseas.
I was born in the UK, came here to Michigan as a child...have lived all over the US, 6 months in Brazil, SA; 20 trips to Mexico, 2 to Grand Cayman, 2 to honduras, have visited France, Italy, Spain, Canada, & other islands in the caribbean...and I can't wait for my next trip.
Relax...and have fun.

Felix

I have lived in a dozen different countries over the past 30 years, and it is great fun, but, be warned, you can never go back, not that I've ever wanted to

Phoenix, Wise Guru

I've been all over the place. If you are a native English speaker, you've even got an advantage. As for the plane, you're more likely to die crossing the street than in a plane.

Just check into all the crazy new regulations they have at the airports now so that that part of your trip isn't more annoying than it has to be.

I've lived abroad. It's no big deal. Enjoy it!

Nouni

i have travelled b4 to france,italyand greece.to tell you the truth i was freaking out before i got on the plane.but after that i was looking rforward to the flight back.my only advice is to chew gum the whole time and you'll have a great time on the plane.you might also want to sit with someone who has been on a plane many times b4.

damionsavannah@verizon.net

sweety your fine i have been many of places its so much fun dont be scared and enjoy your self its amazing how others live :)

Beck

Yes. I have. You'd be surprise at how different, yet similar, other places are. All hotels, most restaurants and stores pretty much look the same wherever you go. And most people I've encountered while away have always been nice. You should be fine. I always make sure I get no sleep before I fly so I can sleep on the plane. It's actually quite boring. It's neat when you take off, and for the first few minutes you can watch the ground below, but once you get up over the clouds, welcome to snoozeville.
Hope this helps your nervousness a bit. Good luck and most importantly, have fun!

Claude

flying in a plane is not too bad. I flew from my country (South Africa) to London. It was a nice experience. I really enjoyed London too & I am planning another trip to london again but not before I see New York!

Where are you from & where in UK are you going?

Kevinlad

UK - great place to go - just a bit cold and windy in January - but you will love it.

Enjoy

traveled

stevekc43

I've been to Mexico, Canada, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Spain, Portugal, England, France, Belgium, The Netherlands, Germany, Italy, Switzerland and Zambia.

I've never had any problems with the people, customs or language. World travel is wonderful.

Best cities for walking - Barcelona, Amsterdam, Geneva.
Best cities for food - Rome, Amsterdam.
Favorite foreign city - Amsterdam, Rome.
Nicest people - Amsterdam and Rome.
Nastiest people - Paris, Brusselles, some areas of Germany.
Best beaches - Puerto Rico.
Best bars - Madrid, London, San Juan.

vicky l

no.

SAM M

Travelled a lot since I was 11

The_Cricket: RIP Allecat

Yes. I'm from the US, but I'm living in Germany (husband is US Army). At first, it was hard to adjust. We had culture shock BAD. There was the electricity to worry about, the way Germans take REALLY long lunch breaks, the way the autobahn doesn't tell you whether you're going north or south, no streetlights on the autobahn (scary!), having to bag my own goods at German stores...
But now, my husband and I both love it here!
You'll love the UK also. Have a good time.

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