PamB
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Hi,

Any fellow travellers?

This is my first Just You trip so rather excited and nervous in equal quantities.

Not sure what I need to pack or how much money to take. Any ideas?

nixon
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I hope you have a great time. I have done 6 holidays with Just You. Regarding the amount of money this depends if you have to allow for food etc, so take that into account, I have found that you group up with people and sometimes it is just easier to split the bill say 4 ways, and not who has had exactley what. I always think the holidays I have done are one off's so take to cover that if there is something I want then I go for it as chances are I will not be going back that way. Also allow for the extra excursions that you might be going on. I am sure you will be fine relax and enjoy the Holy Land.

Cindy

trish1
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Hi Pam,

I have also booked this holiday and like you

I am really looking forward to it. It is my third JY holiday and I enjoyed the previous two very much. I met some lovely people and visited places I would not have travelled to on my own. Everyone mixes well so please don't be nervous.

I thought I would take casual clothes for evenings, comfortable clothes for the coach plus a good pair of walking shoes.

Trish.

PamB
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Thanks Trish & Cindy for your replies, very helpful and reassuring.

I'm going down to the pre-journey get together, are you Trish? I thought it would be easier than trying to get to Heathrow on a Monday morning.

trish1
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Hi Pam,

I am going to the pre-holiday get together. I have not travelled to/from Heathrow before and the thought of finding my way round, first thing in the morning, is just too scary.

I am booked on coach number two, so there must be quite a few people going.

Trish.

PamB
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Hi Trish,

I'm booked on coach number 2 too. Look forward to meeting you.

Pam

trish1
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Hi Pam,

I am also looking forward to meeting you at the get-together. I went to one at Gatwick and enjoyed it. One of the best things (for me) was travelling to the airport as a gorup, that way, no one got lost!

I noticed you asked Olly about our tour manager, it's nice to know in advance.

I have been checking out the weather on line and have found a good web page. Nearer the time I hope it will help me decide what type of jacket to take. If we had an unlimited weight allowance the choice would be easy.

Trish.

PamB
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Thanks Trish,

If you can let me know the website I'd be grateful. I usually end up taking the kitchen sink and not wearing half of it - I'm going to try to be good this time! There is a first time for everything, lol.

trish1
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Hi Pam,

I know what you mean about the kitchen sink. I seldom wear skirts at home but always take one or two on holiday! It's always hard to decide what to take. I will keep checking the website which is www.weather-it-is-israel.com.

Now that there are just four weeks left, I will need to think about ordering some shekels. I will probably take some english banknotes as well. I never know what to do for the best.

Trish.

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Hi Pam,

Just a few days left before our holiday. I can't wait. Hope your packing is going well, I am trying hard to keep mine under 20kg! Look forward to meeting you at the get together on Sunday.

Trish.

PamB
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I'm starting to panic now! I'm sure everything will be great , I'm just out of practice, lol. Anyway looking forward to meeting you too, see you soon.

Pam