It will be a planes, trains and automobile affair. I'm looking forward to seeing the driver - pedestrian relationship in different countries and cultures. Do drivers yield to pedestrians? Is the sidewalk considered an extension of the road? Do the painted line dividers of roads actually influence a drivers decision making? How much honking will there be? Are there local honk and or light patterns that drivers employ to signify "Careful! I'm about to do something reckless!"
We speak spanish and english so as travellers in europe we should be ok. During the time that my dad lived in Montreal, there was some french being spoken so I can assume there will be some understanding of what is going on. No doubt grandpa will be trying to blend in as if he were a native frenchman. Its been over 30 years since French was spoken in the household yet I expect he will be offended when the locals respond in English. Spain will be interesting in that we speak Spanish yet the accent will brand us as tourists (that and the blonde nanny that we employ). I also expect Spanish speaking to continue in Italy with the expectation that everything be understood completely because they sound so similar.
Manwhile, I'll just sit back and watch, enjoying the sights and sounds. Leisurely strolls, exploring new countries, seeing new sights. I'll try and give an accurate report on what I see and any insight that come to mind (similarities amongst the human race regardless of where they live and the differences that make different countries seem so foreign).
Off for my first flight! Next time you'll hear from me I'll be in Paris!
- Lucas Perez
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