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Marguerite,
If *everyone* you know says the french are unfriendly, you may need
to expand your circle of friends!
As a group, the french are not unfriendly - however they do follow a
code of manners and they have disdain for people who don't. The do
HATE loud tourists especially those who are poorly dressed. They
feel that these people are rude by their behavior and dress
standards, hence they don't feel any obligation to show them any
courtesy either. Speaking french is not necessary, but assuming
that they should speak english is an ugly tourist attitude.
Anyone who takes a trip to a foreign country should get a little bit
of info on local customs such as what is condsidered rude and/or
inappropriate behavior in that country. That will make a big
difference in how you are treated there. In my opinion, it's one of
the defining differences between a traveler and a tourist.
Candice
NYC
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