Yes the looks we got in Paris while wearing hiking sandals with socks was laughable especially to the fashion conscious Parisians! Well we knew it was summer [in June] but the days we were there felt more like winter! Warm feet, comfort, no blisters and no broken backs carting all unwanted luggage around!
We also travel as lightly as we possibly can. Both the bags we took to Europe we use at home as carry-on only. So we don’t take a lot of extras.
A lightweight shower proof jacket that doesn’t take up too much room in your bags is essential. But we did need it for the Paris visit. Keeping the warmth in and the weather out.
There is a lot of theft on the streets in every city, in every country in the world these days. Sad to say so but the weary travellor must also be the wary travellor!
Hints from a good friend who travels a lot gave to me, I pass on.
After leaving the hotel never go out on the streets with much of value that's visible. Leave jewellery at home, don't travel with any, or much!
Buy and wear a cheap watch, not one that's going to attract much attention.
Just leave the hotel with as much money as you need for that day.
Credit cards and other necessary documents, can be carried in a little pouch under a shirt/T shirt preferably under your armpit so as not to be obvious. Again with little actual cash.
Be careful and sensible as to who you you eyeball on the street. Your attention can easily be diverted by someone wanting directions, or the time etc. Old tricks at play.
Enjoy your travels but do take care.
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