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Reply #15 - Aug 31^st, 2024 at 1:20am

I don’t understand why I feel so apprehensive and nervous.
Just over a week before we head off to another part of the world.
Me thinks I have gotten into a bit of a rut …. this started from when we had them lockdowns and we were restricted going anywhere. Last big trip overseas was 2019.
Chose aisle seats on big double decker plane (A380-800) … gosh it must be huge.
Kind of exciting to be able to watch the latest movies in flight.

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Reply #16 - Aug 31^st, 2024 at 2:31am

Sophia wrote on Aug 31^st, 2024 at 1:20am:

I don’t understand why I feel so apprehensive and nervous.
Just over a week before we head off to another part of the world.
Me thinks I have gotten into a bit of a rut …. this started from when we had them lockdowns and we were restricted going anywhere. Last big trip overseas was 2019.
Chose aisle seats on big double decker plane (A380-800) … gosh it must be huge.
Kind of exciting to be able to watch the latest movies in flight.

I'm always nervous before a trip.
We have not traveled overseas for about 8 years.
Those 380's give a smooth ride. It'll be good.

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Reply #17 - Aug 31^st, 2024 at 10:09am

Sophia wrote on Aug 7^th, 2024 at 3:11pm:

I’m open for any good hints from seasoned travellers here

Hint: Don't go. Tourists are now being regarded as unwelcome by locals.

Vacations can trigger obesity from over-indulgence.

The best part of any vacation is the anticipation. The rest can be a nightmare.

The second-best part of any vacation is the safe return to one's home.

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Reply #18 - Aug 31^st, 2024 at 1:58pm

Laugh till you cry wrote on Aug 31^st, 2024 at 10:09am:

Sophia wrote on Aug 7^th, 2024 at 3:11pm:

I’m open for any good hints from seasoned travellers here

Hint: Don't go. Tourists are now being regarded as unwelcome by locals.

Vacations can trigger obesity from over-indulgence.

The best part of any vacation is the anticipation. The rest can be a nightmare.

The second-best part of any vacation is the safe return to one's home.

It’s getting to a point where I’m realising I’m happiest at home …. and nothing makes me appreciate home more to a safe return home.
In the meantime … watch this space for my adventures as I appreciate wonders across the oceans …

And……“Wish me luck as you wave me goodbye…”

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Reply #19 - Aug 31^st, 2024 at 2:45pm

Sprintcyclist wrote on Aug 31^st, 2024 at 2:31am:

Sophia wrote on Aug 31^st, 2024 at 1:20am:

I don’t understand why I feel so apprehensive and nervous.
Just over a week before we head off to another part of the world.
Me thinks I have gotten into a bit of a rut …. this started from when we had them lockdowns and we were restricted going anywhere. Last big trip overseas was 2019.
Chose aisle seats on big double decker plane (A380-800) … gosh it must be huge.
Kind of exciting to be able to watch the latest movies in flight.

I'm always nervous before a trip.
We have not traveled overseas for about 8 years.
Those 380's give a smooth ride. It'll be good.

Love the A380-800s.

I've done a few trips to Doha and Dubai in those.

Very nice indeed.

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Sophia Moderator Offline Posts: 8265	Re: Not long to go now… Reply #20 - Aug 31^st, 2024 at 4:32pm I’m learning about this A380 plane… didn’t realise it was the largest passenger plane to exist. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airbus_A380 The pic below…. All those windows! It’s mammoth!
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Reply #21 - Sep 9^th, 2024 at 1:47pm

Hoping the oppressive 40 deg heat in Dubai tomorrow will be beneficial to my aching bones! Been so cold this winter here in Melbourne.
Hubby decides we should go even earlier to airport, instead of recommended 3 hours for international, we will be going to have 4 hours at airport.
I doubt check in will be open and not all duty free shops will be open!
I’m going to compare Chanel perfume prices between duty free at airports, and in Paris. I know what prices they are in retail stores here.

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greggerypeccary Gold Member Offline Australian Politics Posts: 136043 Gender:	Re: Not long to go now… Reply #22 - Sep 9^th, 2024 at 1:52pm Sophia wrote on Sep 9^th, 2024 at 1:47pm: Hoping the oppressive 40 deg heat in Dubai tomorrow will be beneficial to my aching bones! When you're inside Dubai Airport, stand close to a window overlooking the planes - you'll feel the heat right through the glass. Even at midnight it will be around 33 degrees
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Reply #23 - Sep 9^th, 2024 at 2:11pm

Sophia wrote on Sep 9^th, 2024 at 1:47pm:

Hoping the oppressive 40 deg heat in Dubai tomorrow will be beneficial to my aching bones! Been so cold this winter here in Melbourne.
Hubby decides we should go even earlier to airport, instead of recommended 3 hours for international, we will be going to have 4 hours at airport.
I doubt check in will be open and not all duty free shops will be open!
I’m going to compare Chanel perfume prices between duty free at airports, and in Paris. I know what prices they are in retail stores here.

I agree with your husband

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Sophia Moderator Offline Posts: 8265	Re: Not long to go now… Reply #24 - Sep 10^th, 2024 at 4:14am ZZZzzz…. At Tulla airport and trying to keep awake. Had one coffee so far. No traffic on road at midnight, all green traffic lights.
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John Smith Gold Member Offline Australian Politics Posts: 74183 Gender:	Re: Not long to go now… Reply #25 - Sep 10^th, 2024 at 8:22am Buon Viaggio
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Laugh till you cry Gold Member Offline Posts: 16555 In your happy place Gender:	Re: Not long to go now… Reply #26 - Sep 10^th, 2024 at 9:52am Sophia wrote on Sep 10^th, 2024 at 4:14am: ZZZzzz…. At Tulla airport and trying to keep awake. Had one coffee so far. No traffic on road at midnight, all green traffic lights. The best part of any holiday journey is the expectation. The second best part is the safe return home. The rest is not good, especially airports.
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UnSubRocky Gold Member Offline Crocodile Hunter: Origins Posts: 24512 Rockhampton Gender:	Re: Not long to go now… Reply #27 - Sep 11^th, 2024 at 6:36pm Sophia wrote on Aug 7^th, 2024 at 3:16pm: Bobby. wrote on Aug 7^th, 2024 at 3:12pm: Say gidday to King Charles for me please. Well I could do from outside Buckingham Palace I would have joined you. But I was too busy trying to get the embers burning.
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