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I haven't been to Prague but I have been to Paris many times.
As others have already said, make an effort with speaking French. It will be appreciated!
If you plan to visit museums then buy the museum pass. That can help you bypass queues.
Paris is very walkable. If you do need public transport then the metro is best.
Be street smart with your belongings and try not to look like a tourist. Leave your passport and other valuables in the hotel safe and only carry one credit card and enough money for the day.
Generally, Europe does not like American Express cards and prefer Mastercard or Visa. It is quite common for stores and restaurants to not accept Amex.
Prices are 'what you see is what you get'. Unlike in the USA, tax is included so if an object is 20 Euros then that is what you pay.
You do not need to tip 15%-20% in restaurants and bars. The general rule of thumb is to round up. So, if your coffee/drink bill is 5.60 Euros then just leave 6. If your restaurant bill is 77 Euros then just leave 80. Nobody will object if you don't leave anything.
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I haven't been to Prague but I have been to Paris many times.
As others have already said, make an effort with speaking French. It will be appreciated!
If you plan to visit museums then buy the museum pass. That can help you bypass queues.
Paris is very walkable. If you do need public transport then the metro is best.
Be street smart with your belongings and try not to look like a tourist. Leave your passport and other valuables in the hotel safe and only carry one credit card and enough money for the day.
Generally, Europe does not like American Express cards and prefer Mastercard or Visa. It is quite common for stores and restaurants to not accept Amex.
Prices are 'what you see is what you get'. Unlike in the USA, tax is included so if an object is 20 Euros then that is what you pay.
You do not need to tip 15%-20% in restaurants and bars. The general rule of thumb is to round up. So, if your coffee/drink bill is 5.60 Euros then just leave 6. If your restaurant bill is 77 Euros then just leave 80. Nobody will object if you don't leave anything.
For men, that means no shorts or white athletic shoes.
For women, no track suits.
The average European dresses much better than we do on the streets. Casual elegance.
I went to Europe many times, been to notorious Paris, Rome, Barcelona, Naples, Prague etc., and never lost a dime. And I always put my wallet and cellphone in the pockets. You just have to be a bit alarmed about your personal belongings when travelling. But I lived in China for 22 years so that probably helps.
A money belt would look ridiculous and screams "American tourists" (maybe Rick Steves recommended that thing).
that's good advice. And don't forget distasteful flipflops.
Just don't be dressed like this
LMAO OMG I dress nothing like that, and I don't wear flip flops at ALL. LOL I think as far as how I dress goes I will blend in pretty well.
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