Tour Guides: What They’re REALLY Saying
 
TOUR GUIDE TERM …..and the…… TRANSLATION
 
Old world charm ………….. No bath
Tropical …………………….. Rainy
Majestic setting ………….. A long way from town
Options galore ……………. Nothing is included in the itinerary
Secluded hideaway ……… Impossible to find or get to
Pre-registered rooms …… Already occupied
Explore on your own ……. Pay for it yourself
Knowledgeable trip hosts ..They’ve flown in an airplane before
No extra fees ……………… No extras
Nominal fee ……………….. Outrageous charge
Standard …………………… Sub-standard
Deluxe ……………………… Standard
Superior ……………………. One free shower cap
All the amenities …………. Two free shower caps
Plush ……………………….. Top and bottom sheets
Gentle breezes …………… Occasional Gale-force winds
Light and airy …………….. No air conditioning
Picturesque ………………. Theme park nearby

One Liner
“Don’t tell fish stories where the people know you; but particularly, don’t tell them where they know the fish.”
~ Mark Twain

Thought for the day
“Do not look out only for yourselves. Look out for the good of others also” 1 Corinthians 10:24 

Be sensitive and to see people’s needs up close, you have to slow down. Slow down long enough to look people in the eye. Give somebody your undivided attention. Stop to talk to the person and really listen.