Comments on: I went to Paris – and didn’t go inside the Louvre!

By: Josie Kelsh

Josie Kelsh — Sun, 20 Dec 2020 00:56:09 +0000

In reply to Michael Martz. Thanks Michael, some great tips there! I always recommend going early!

By: Michael Martz

Michael Martz — Sun, 13 Dec 2020 19:12:33 +0000

Every time you travel, you have to make tradeoffs. We’ve driven right past Blarney Castle, stayed on the Amalfi coast without visiting Capri, taken a train through Naples without stopping, skipped the National Museum while in London (among many more!). If it’s a can’t miss stop, unless I can figure out a way to beat the crowd (advance tickets, early arrival) I’ll skip it unless it’s really important to us. Rick Steves’ guidebooks are very helpful in that regard (example: we wanted to see the David statue, bought tickets for opening time, followed recommendation to go reverse direction when inside, and were able to be ‘alone’ with David for about 5 minutes until the horde arrived).

By: Josie

Josie — Thu, 14 Sep 2017 18:05:25 +0000

In reply to Jennifer. Thanks Jennifer. If you regret going up the Eiffel Tower, it will still be there next time you are in Paris! And hopefully the visit will be even better because the timing will be right.

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Thu, 14 Sep 2017 11:24:30 +0000

I love this! We skipped going up the Eiffel Tower when we were in Paris but I do kind of regret it! I love your list of things you did instead.

By: Josie

Josie — Fri, 08 Sep 2017 12:52:21 +0000

In reply to Jennifer Johnston. It's so good to hear I am not the only one not to see Mona Lisa! While I haven't been to Dachau, we did go to Auschwitz, and I absolutely agree with what you say. It was such an important place to visit.

By: Jennifer Johnston

Jennifer Johnston — Fri, 08 Sep 2017 12:45:41 +0000

I have skipped a few things over the years too Josie. In my 20’s (some time ago) I also skipped the Louvre in Paris – I just could not be bothered so I too have not seen the Mona Lisa – but am ok with that. One thing I ummed about doing for many reasons – mostly ethical – but ended up going to was the Dachau concentration camp. It was a very emotional experience but I have a much better understanding for the atrocities that were committed by visiting the place, as harrowing as it was. Its not for everyone but my friend and I felt we made the right decision by going.

By: Josie

Josie — Thu, 17 Aug 2017 06:00:04 +0000

In reply to R.F..

Your English is great! I’m glad you said it was crowded and not worth it just to say I had seen Mona Lisa. I will have to remember to consider Musee d’Orsay when we’re in Paris next time – if we are in the mood for art of course!

By: R.F.

R.F. — Wed, 16 Aug 2017 19:37:00 +0000

We’ve been in the Louvre because we’re a kind of art lovers sometimes (if we’re in the mood). But just for a look of “La Giaconda”Mona Lisa – no it isn’t worth. Owercrowded! Standing in line! We made just a quick glimpse from the distant and walked into another room.
But there are many other lovely paintings and sculptures in pretty halls for artys.
My favourite art museum is the Musee d’orsay. Not only for the famous masterpieces but for the combination with the building. It’s used formerly as a train station.
There ‘re no “must see” – only what you like and in the mood for. Because it’s your lifetime.
Btw: english is not my native language, so I hope I express it well enough.

By: Josie

Josie — Sun, 13 Aug 2017 05:39:38 +0000

In reply to Carol Rice.

Thanks Carol. Yes, still doing what I want not what I should! It’s turned cold and rainy today – maybe I’ll stay in bed! 🙂

By: Carol Rice

Carol Rice — Sat, 12 Aug 2017 14:04:05 +0000

Gold Star for your Honesty Josie. I have to agree with you, Castles, Churches, Museums, Art Galleries and Ruins all start to look the same. I prefer to just stay in one place, live like a Local and get "the feel" of the country .. if possible. Hope you are still enjoying your Adventure and pleasing yourself when it comes to making Daily Choices.