9 Apr 2009
Paris Revisited
After six weeks of staying at home, I’m on the verge of an extensive travel schedule. Next week I’m off to Illinois. I come home for two weeks and then it’s back on the road to New England. Next is Denver for the International DB2 User Group (IDUG) where I am presenting. The last week of May, I’m off to Zurich, Berlin and London for three weeks.
I often struggle with the carbon footprint of traveling and try to minimize where ever practical. On this trip I had the option to take a shuttle to a regional airport or drive. I typically err on the side of minimizing driving so I can use the time otherwise.
After a bit of googling, I found GreenProgress.com that had a easy to use Carbon footprint calculator that reinforced my decision to fly versus driving which is about 50% more carbon emissions. Of course the train or bus will be even less, so something to add to the next adventure.
While contemplating my next trip to Europe I was reflecting on my favorite trips to Europe. I have to say that the trip with Pam to southern France stands out. The pictures are on Flickr and I thought I would highlight a few here.
Pam accompanied me on a business trip to Montpelier in southern France. Since this was my first trip to France, I didn’t know about the advantages of taking the train and there was a 6 hour layover in Paris. Pam and I took the train into Paris and spent the afternoon on a mini tour. We got off the train at the Eiffel Tower stop and found a charming little restaurant floating on the Seine River in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower for a romantic lunch.
After lunch we wandered over to the Arch de Triumph and took the train back to the airport. All in all it was the most amazing 6 hours of my life and the fulfillment of a lifelong dream.
Bon Voyage, Jay
I cant believe they PAY YOU for all that $#!+
Baba
April 10th, 2009 at 12:43 ampermalink
Yeah I know, sometimes I can’t believe it either. I just try to make the best of it.
btw, thats my bro. I had to edit his candid comment.
GreenWanderer
April 10th, 2009 at 12:50 ampermalink
Jay:
You continue to outperform my wildest expectations AND I can believe they PAY YOU for all that $#!+
Ron
April 14th, 2009 at 12:28 ampermalink
Thanks Ron
GreenWanderer
April 17th, 2009 at 6:11 pmpermalink