To think I wouldn’t ask for money?

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I’m visiting my cousin in Paris next weekend and she’s messaged me to say I’ll need to make a money contribution for my stay

I get there Friday evening and leave Sunday and I’ll be sleeping on the sofa. I get it’s a touristy city but I am going to see her, I’m not staying there and going off to see other people or go to an event.

I don’t know, I just personally wouldn’t charge a family member to stay for such a short time.

I have never charged a friend but friend has paid for a dinner and paid for breakfast materials when in the food shop etc. And I do the same when visiting a friend.

I wouldn't charge either
If I couldn't afford to host someone I'd not invite them.

How much is she asking for and could you get a hotel or b&b for that price?
If so do that and just visit her. At least you'll sleep well.

Well, I thought it was funny, stuntbubbles!

😂😂😂

No way but the way things are ATM with the cost of living. Suggest you buy some food in instead .

I think they were being sarcastic. Hence the wiping they're feet at the end.😂😂😂

She’s being greedy. I think you should definitely stay in a hotel.

I’m so blunt I would honestly reply and say sorry i didn’t realise sleeping on your couch for 2 nights would cause you so much hassle apologies I’ll book a hotel can’t wait to see you

I’d be booking an Airbnb and just arrange to meet for coffee or dinner (but not pay for her!) … it’s really wrong to ask for cash. I’m sure as a guest you would have either treated her to dinner or something else, bought food etc so she shouldn’t have asked. She should have trusted you not to take the mick.

Love this!

Ask how much - then decide if you wish to upgrade for a bed in an alternative place.

Don't pay and don't offer her anything.

Reply and tell her you've no intention of giving her any money as you're family, and that you wouldn't expect her to pay if the shoe was on the other foot, but that you will be more than happy to treat her to lunch or dinner one day.

She's a CF.

So she didn’t stay with you and you are going to her expensive city.
I am sorry but it is you who is being mean

You need to ask how much! Ur not even getting a bed! I do find it a bit unreasonable and hugely embarrassing for her to be honest.

Is she struggling financially?