2009-11-05

When It Rains It Pours

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It’s that time of year – when much of Europe is plunged into mist, dampness, and grey skies. In the north, winter is nipping at your heels, whereas in the south it’s rain rain rain. With the time change last week, it means it is dark mid-afternoon.

Don’t let it get you down. Enjoy the season for what it is… here’s some ideas how:

Head for the Movies. If you’re touring, what better way to soak up the culture than with an indie classic? If you’re in the UK films always have subtitles of course, and in some countries like the Netherlands the films aren’t dubbed so if you understand their original language you can still listen in. It’s guaranteed to be a cultural experience, so why not?

Go for a walk. Then reward yourself with a hot meal. It’s yukky out, but get your nice raincoat and bear it. You’ll have parks and trails to yourself. Breathe in the smell of the damp leaves, feel the freshness in the air…. And for being so good, head to the pub or cafe for a hot meal and a hot drink to celebrate. Maybe even a hot bath when you get back to the hotel.

Embrace other Indoor Activities. Cafe culture abounds in places like Greece and elsewhere in Europe. Go shopping. Do the things that you don’t feel bad about spending all day inside.

What do you do to cope with bad weather on your Europe holiday?

Photo by Matti Matilla