Friendly Europeans

[autobonrun]

I was in Amsterdam last weekend and was struck by how friendly the people are there. In particular, I walked up to a perfect stranger in the Leidseplein area who had parked his new Turbo on the curb. Man, if a stranger walked up on someone here in the US with a new turbo, the first thought might be car jacking.

Ended up he was waiting for his girlfriend and we ended up talking Porsches for nearly 45 minutes. After reading some of the posts about new Porsche owners here not speaking to drivers of the older cars, this experience was completely the opposite.

Amsterdam is a great city. Something about a Porsche against cobblestone and brick streets really makes it look at home. Looking forward to making a trip to the factory in Germany.

[Bill Douglas]

I've found the Europeans very friendly as well. Amsterdam people in particular. Great place to go out on the town. I think the Dutch and Germans like to practice their english on us.

[88911coupe]

I have to chime in here and agree 100%. I have spent a little time in Europe and have NEVER had a problem with anyone's attitude and that includes Paris. I think as long as you show an interest in how things are done there and make some attempt(no matter how pathetic) to ask questions in their language, you are treated fine. I remember sitting on a bench (in Paris) looking at a map and having 2-3 Parisians come up and ask if I needed help finding anyplace. They still asked me what I was interested and and gave suggestions on less known spots to check out. I can't wait to get back there again. I think "some" Americans assume the locals are all sitting around waiting to help us.

Buck
88 Coupe

[Saffs]

Just to tell you Guys that the grass is green at home too. When I first came to the US (I'm English) I couldn't believe how relaxed and friendly people were to me. I was touring in a band and we went everywhere (and thereafter, many times) but people were so friendly - except the Police, now they don't seem to like bands (us anyhow), and have great interest about searching the Tour Bus!
I agree also, in Mainland Europe people are friendly and relaxed. In the UK? Hmmm. I guess the grass is a bit un-green for me there so I can't be objective!

[rscupper]

Throughout Europe and the Mid East I've always found people (at least those not directly involved in my business) to be very hospitable. My digs have included hostels, inns, personal homes, 4-star hotels, and embassies so the hospitality I experienced was likely meted accordingly. People on the streets were always friendly, though (language attempts help alot!). And I was always impressed by the level of knowledge and wisdom possessed by the most humble of persons I met.

Also, there's something about an urban bar/pub in any city in the world (Riyadh excluded for obvious reasons) that I just love!

Cheers