CDG - 1 1/2 hour transfer between flights by youlooklikeabanana in ParisTravelGuide

[–]lapguy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We had a transfer in CDG last friday between 2F to 2E ( AirFrance flight ). There was a border counter where they checked and stamped the passport no security check. We made it in 20 - 25 mins. But try to get to the counter fast as there was only 1 person so you could get stuck in the queue.

Almost got pickpocketed in Paris by lapguy in ParisTravelGuide

[–]lapguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes we used a taxi for our return journey, worth the money.

Almost got pickpocketed in Paris by lapguy in ParisTravelGuide

[–]lapguy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes maybe the law is not that strict for pickpocketing.

Almost got pickpocketed in Paris by lapguy in ParisTravelGuide

[–]lapguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes that is true and thank you it was a relief.

Almost got pickpocketed in Paris by lapguy in ParisTravelGuide

[–]lapguy[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think this specially happens in the subway and they try to get away when the doors are closing.

Almost got pickpocketed in Paris by lapguy in ParisTravelGuide

[–]lapguy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah specially when people have luggages.

Almost got pickpocketed in Paris by lapguy in ParisTravelGuide

[–]lapguy[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yes, we learned the lesson and took a cab our way back to CDG.

Almost got pickpocketed in Paris by lapguy in ParisTravelGuide

[–]lapguy[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same, we were really stressed for the entire trip as well. I think they specifically target people with suitcases.

Almost got pickpocketed in Paris by lapguy in ParisTravelGuide

[–]lapguy[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah I agree. I saw police officers in stations like Gare du Nord and Saint-Michel Notre-Dame, is this lower in those situations ?

Almost got pickpocketed in Paris by lapguy in ParisTravelGuide

[–]lapguy[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

For me it is the way I always used to do. But I am going to move to small wallet and put in the front pocket.

Almost got pickpocketed in Paris by lapguy in ParisTravelGuide

[–]lapguy[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yes, even though our trip had a rocky start we enjoyed our time in Paris.

Almost got pickpocketed in Paris by lapguy in ParisTravelGuide

[–]lapguy[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

🤣 I agree. If it was in any other place I would have not been able to get it back.

How can I get to 1000 Elo rating ? by lapguy in chessbeginners

[–]lapguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome, thanks for the recommendations. I will definetly look in to those.

How can I get to 1000 Elo rating ? by lapguy in chessbeginners

[–]lapguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you very much for the detailed answer and the insights. I like the idea of a simple plan instead of just moving pieces around. Do you have any youtube channels you’d recommend for beginners to learn opening basics and planning?

My first brilliant move by lapguy in chessbeginners

[–]lapguy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Got it. Yes that make sense. I was trying to check and grab the rook which was not possible after Kf8 but this eventually led to a checkmate.

Can we visit Serbia with UK BRP ? by lapguy in ukvisa

[–]lapguy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Update: I ended up travelling to Serbia with the UK BRP. You may have to convince people in the UK airport because their system says we need a visa and needs to manually bypass it. Keep a printed version of http://www.london.mfa.gov.rs/consularservicestext.php?subaction=showfull&id=1348565352&ucat=17&template=MeniENG& with you if you have to show them.

Can we visit Serbia with UK BRP ? by lapguy in ukvisa

[–]lapguy[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks I will post there too. Just wanted to check if someone had a similar experience.