Dear
Hamish1,
Thank
you for your letter with all the details about your home and life. By
now, I do not have any more questions, so I would like to introduce
you to my world.
Arrival
The
first and probably most important step after your arrival is, of
course, getting to my flat. That should not be that difficult because
both the airport and Graz itself are fairly small. After
disembarking, take bus number 630 to “Graz Jakominiplatz”.
Regarding the bus fare, you are probably best taking a day ticket, in
case you want to explore Graz by tram and bus on your first day here.
However, at “Graz Jakominiplatz” change to tram number 6 and go
on until “Plüddemanngasse”. Alight the bus and walk
approximately fifty meters uphill, then turn left into the courtyard
of a big housing complex. You cannot miss it. My/Your house is the
second on the left. Ring the bell of apartment three and one of my
flatmates will let you in.
Flatmates
There
are two of them and their
names are Benjamin and
Bianca. I asked them to give
you your keys by the time you arrive and as
I know them, they will surely help you through the first days.
Apartment
I assume my flatmates will tell you everything that is not
self-explanatory. In case they do not, there are only two things
worth mentioning. Firstly, the oven is not working properly, so I
would recommend using the microwave if you want to heat something.
Secondly, the washing machine is a bit temperamental. I would keep an
eye on it when doing your laundry.
What
to do in Graz
As you
already know, the tram stop is near our apartment but also the bus
stop is just across the street. Additionally, almost every attraction
Graz has to offer is within walking distance. You can also borrow my
bike, if you want to. The only thing I should warn you about is that
police is very strict here when it comes to riding the bicycle
without the lights on.
As you
are into sports, I would recommend going up the “Schlossberg” on
a sunny day or for a run along the river “Mur”. If the weather
gets the better of you, though, you may want to have a look at
“Schloss Eggenberg” in the North-West of Graz. I will leave a few
brochures on my desk that may give you inspiration on leisure time
activities.
Shops
You will soon discover that our apartment is surrounded by various
supermarkets and drugstores. You will not have any problems
concerning shopping facilities.
Other
than that, it seems everything is said. Obviously, if there is
anything else you need to know, just get in touch.
Linda
1
What I know about Hamish: He is an athletic, young Scot who loves to
explore new places. Living in a cottage located in a remote Scottish
village, Graz is a nice change of scene for him. Hamish looks
forward to absorbing and analyzing the Austrian culture.
CORRECTION
Dear
Hamish1,
Thank
you for your letter with all the details about your home. By now, I
think you've answered all my questions, so I would like to introduce
you to my world.
Arrival
The
first and probably most important step after your arrival is, of
course, getting to my flat. That should not be too difficult because
both the airport and Graz itself are fairly small.
After
disembarking, take bus number 630 to Jakominiplatz. Regarding the bus
fare, you are probably best buying a day ticket from the bus driver,
in case you want to explore Graz by tram and bus on your first day
here. However, at Jakominiplatz change to tram number 6 and go until
“Plüddemanngasse”. Get off the bus and walk approximately fifty
meters uphill, then walk towards the big
housing complex that comes up on your
left side. You cannot miss it.
Once you enter the courtyard you will find my/your home is the second
on the left. Ring the bell for apartment three and one of my
flatmates will let you in.
Flatmates
There
are two of them and their
names are Benjamin and
Bianca. I asked them to give
you your keys when
you arrive. I
am sure that you will get on
well with them.
Apartment
My flatmates will explain everything that is not self-explanatory. In
case they do not, there is only one thing worth mentioning. The oven
is not working properly, so I would recommend using the microwave if
you want to heat something.
What
to do in Graz
As you
already know, the tram stop is near our apartment but there is also a
bus stop just across the street. Additionally, almost every
attraction Graz has to offer is within walking distance, or you can
borrow my bike if you want to. The only thing I should warn you about
is that police are very strict here when it comes to riding a bicycle
at night without the lights on.
As you
are into sports, I would recommend going up the “Schlossberg” on
a sunny day or for a run along the river “Mur”. If
the weather gets the better of you, though, you may want to
have a look at “Eggenberg Palace” in the North-West of Graz. I
will leave a few brochures on my desk to give you inspiration on
leisure time activities.
You will soon discover that our apartment is surrounded by various
supermarkets and drugstores, so you shouldn't have any problems
concerning shopping facilities.
Other
than that, it seems there is nothing left to say for me. Obviously,
if there is anything else you need to know, just get in touch.
Linda
1
What I know about Hamish: He is an athletic, young Scot who loves to
explore new places. Living in a cottage located in a remote Scottish
village, Graz is a nice change of scene for him. Hamish looks
forward to absorbing and analyzing the Austrian culture.
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