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Have you ever been outside of your country?

Discussion in 'Off Topic' started by Trellum, Aug 17, 2013.

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  1. Trellum

    Trellum Active Member Founding Member Top Contributor 2nd Chevy Truck Club

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    Have you? If yes, where have you been and for how long? Did you like it? What did you like the most about that place?

    I have been outside my country, which happens to be Mexico :D I've lived in Europe for a long time, but I'm not back home. This might not last too long tho, because I might be going back to Europe soon, I'm actually going to travel to the Netherlands next year :) That's the plan!

    The first european country I ever visited was Norway. I spent such a great time over there - I had never felt that happy in my life before. I was so young and naive :nailbiting: I made a lot mistakes, but I learned from them :cat:
     
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    Flexin Admin Staff Member Founding Member Top Event

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    I'm from Canada and the only other country I have been to is the US. I have been to California, Florida, Michigan, Indiana, Massachusetts and drove through a lot of states driving to Florida from Nova Scotia and Nova Scotia to Ontario through the upper states.

    There are other countries I want to visit. Its just getting me to take time off work and to spend the money on it.

    James
     
  3. Samuron

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    I live really close to the US border in Canada so I visit the US quite often. I've also traveled to China before which was an interesting experience. I visited the cities of Shanghai and Chengdu there.
     
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    Unfortunately, I haven't been outside of my country since I don't have any budget for that. I just plan to spend time travelling first in my country if I have time and budget since there are a lot of beautiful places that I really want to go before I will go outside my country.
     
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    I have been outside of the country atleast 20 times! I regularly visit Korea and my family there, probably 7 times a year. Other times I'm probably on a business trip to China or something.
     
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    sidney Active Member Founding Member Top Thread

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    I also haven't been out of the country yet, since it's quite expensive, and I also don't have the budget for it. But given the chance, I would love to travel to the US and Europe.
     
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    I have not yet been outside my country very soon I will be. I want to travel the world and experience some great things.
     
  8. Ryder13

    Ryder13 Active Member Founding Member Feburary Winner

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    I have been to New York City and to London, England.
    I have British roots btw. But I do not generally consider myself to be well travelled. And at this point it is not a priority for me.
    Ryder13
     
  9. rashidckk

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    I am in India and I never had any opportunity to visit other countries. Well, I have a plan to visit UAE in the future for the job purposes.
     
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    I plan to apply for internships when I will be in my 3rd year in college. Basically European universities, if they accept me that will be my first visit outside India. I do plan to visit South East Asia at some point as well.
     
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    No, I would love to though. My mom's side of the family is from Italy and we were supposed to all take a family trip there years ago because our relatives there owned some olive orchards, but my grandparents passed away before we could go.

    I've also been looking into a possible trip to Iceland, for some photography training.
     
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    i try all the time to get to know other locations in the world . It is just apart of a persons development . When i travel outside i get to meet new people outside of my own background.
     
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    No, but I definitely do want to sometimes. I just need to figure out where, when and how the heck I can afford it lmfao. Someday.
     
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    I'm from the US and I've been to Canada and Jamaica, but that's really all. I love to travel but I haven't had too many chances lately.
     
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    I'm in the US. I've been to Canada when we I was younger. I also spent 4 weeks in Spain as an exchange student when I was 14. Loved it, but would appreciate going more. I want to go to the Netherlands!!
     
  16. Trellum

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    Hi Trish :) I'm actually going to the Netherlands next year (I have the ticket already), mind telling me why you want to visit the Netherlands? By the way, it nice you had a good experience while you were in Spain :) Most of my family hails from there...
     
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    Yes I have been outside my country. I love the country I visited just that I wished I stayed longer. I only spent one week which was very short. I look forward to travelling there again and soon.
     
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    Trellum, I want to go to the Netherlands because I am part Dutch. Also, I think it is a beautiful country. My Girl Scouts did the Netherlands for an International Fair and I loved it! I would really love to see in person.
     
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    I am in Germany. I would say that the the cold weather will not really impress you. Half of the year is just too cold, but with the proper clothes, I would say to let us just forget the weather :) Germany when it comes to people, are usually reserved but very polite. They give too much emphasis on how to address someone with the right words. It is actually positive but sometimes I find it a little bit too much. When it comes to tradition, well the famous “Oktoberfest” is a must see. When you go there, be ready to get a minimum of one liter beer to drink and you know you are just getting started. In general, I like Germany. The people are not that loud and the place has this great aura.

    I have been in Italy. The architectures are just exceptional. This country is absolutely a must travel one. And the food is just so heavenly. What I don’t like? Sometimes it can really get loud, the people and the streets can just get so chaotic.

    Barcelona. Oh I just love this place. If you want vacation and still want to have a bit of everything, like a nice city, mountain, beach and a good food, this is the place to be. Everything is just amazing. When you come here don’t hesitate to take the tour that the city is offering. The art of Gaudi is a must see. The food, well name it, from tapa to paella, they are just so freshly indulging! Check out as well those nice little bars to party and the next day, the market then lay on the sand and enjoy the beach!

    Philippines. This is a paradise. The white sand beaches, dive sites, great food and friendly, accommodating people. A not just typically tropical country. With its affordable means, you can definitely have your ever memorable vacation or adventure here.

    There are still a lot on my list that I would love to travel to, like France, Australia, California, Asian countries, New York, Maldives, South America, Africa, London and so on..
     
  20. oldsmoboi

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    Many times. My favorite to visit is Germany, it just feels like a second home there at this point. I have close friends in Cologne. I haven't been there in over a year now and I really miss it.

    Other countries I've visited - Canada, England, France, Belgium, Bahamas, Luxembourg
    On my future visit/return list - Much more of England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, Austria, Switzerland, more of the South of France, Belgium again
     
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