We’re a matter of hours and one layover from our very first stop, and already the language barrier has popped up multiple times… Maybe it’s me, but more likely it’s just France!   Leaving the plane, I tried to say a cheerful “au revoir” to the flight attendant at the door as she had wished the 5 passengers departing before me.   But no, with a soft chuckle at my attempt, she corrected me and wished us “bye bye” instead.   Oh well, I have a few weeks until we’re actually in Paris, I could practice in the airport now…

We entered the Air France lounge and when the attendant granted us access, I tried once more, a simple “merci” this time…alas, she laughed once again and said “no, no, please and thank you” and sent us on our way.

This could be a long 3 months…