I had been six years at sea, but had only seen Melbourne and Sydney, very good places, charming places in their way - but Bankok!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The narrator favors Bangkok over the familiar ports of Melbourne and Sydney after years at sea.
- In plain terms
- Even though Melbourne and Sydney were nice, Bangkok was extraordinary.
- What can you take from it?
- Exotic places can leave a stronger mark than familiar good ones.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a place unforgettable?
- Do you prefer familiar comfort or new adventure?
Another view
It assumes all exotic places are superior to familiar ones.
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