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to go to and stay with (a person or family) or at (a place) for a short time for reasons of sociability, politeness, business, curiosity, etc.: to visit a friend; to visit clients; to visit Paris.

to stay with as a guest.

to come or go to: to visit a church for prayer.

to go to for the purpose of official inspection or examination: a general visiting his troops.

to come to in order to comfort or aid: to visit the sick.

to come upon; assail; afflict: The plague visited London in 1665.

to cause trouble, suffering, etc., to come to: to visit him with sorrows.

to access, as a website.

to inflict, as punishment, vengeance, etc. (often followed by on or upon ).

to make a visit.

to talk or chat casually: to visit on the phone with a friend.

to inflict punishment.

the act of or an instance of visiting: a nice, long visit.

a chat or talk: We had a good visit on the way back from the grocery store.

a call paid to a person, family, etc.

a stay or sojourn as a guest.

an official inspection or examination.

the act of an officer of a belligerent nation in boarding a vessel in order to ascertain the nature of its cargo, its nationality, etc.: the right of visit and search.

Origin of visit

Other words from visit.

• in·ter·vis·it, verb (used without object)
• non·vis·it·ing, adjective
• pre·vis·it, noun, verb
• re·vis·it, verb, noun
• un·vis·it·ed, adjective
• un·vis·it·ing, adjective

Words that may be confused with visit

• visit , visitation

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How to use visit in a sentence

“Time Capsule” walks users through a linear experience with between 45 and 60 minutes of content, but it sounds like it’s also designed to support further exploration and additional visits.

A visit to Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park is just 23 miles west.

The agency has since extended its agreement with contractor Allied Universal through the end 2021 to allow MTS’s new security director to play a greater role in the process, and to conduct visits now complicated by coronavirus restrictions.

Bregman said that visits with his brother in their younger years meant tagging along with him to medical emergencies.

Only companies that understand what makes a customer satisfied will be the ones able to implement an effective customer experience strategy that will make the visit worth repeating.

You will have your beloved father back sooner than you think, and you can visit and communicate with him all the while.

He hasn't bothered to visit Iguala, the place where the students were abducted and killed.

From his purview, our visit and interest had brought excitement to him and his peers.

On May 9, which Moscow commemorates as World War II “Victory Day,” Klaus paid a highly visible visit to the Russian Embassy.

Both Prados have enough magic that, after you visit them, the whole world feels like their gift shop for a few hours.

When the women came, he was preparing to go to the west side for his daily visit with Mrs. Pruitt.

M'Bongo, the great chief of this neighbourhood, paid a ceremonial visit to my husband.

Levee: a ceremonious visit received by a distinguished person in the morning.

I really ought to visit my California estates, and I have always wanted to see that part of America.

In the spring of 1868 he was taken by his mother for a visit to England, and there, in the same year, his sister was born.

British Dictionary definitions for visit

/ ( ˈvɪzɪt ) /

to go or come to see (a person, place, etc)

to stay with (someone) as a guest

to go or come to (an institution, place, etc) for the purpose of inspecting or examining

(tr) (of a disease, disaster, etc) to assail; afflict

(tr; foll by upon or on) to inflict (punishment, etc) : the judge visited his full anger upon the defendant

( tr usually foll by with ) archaic to afflict or plague (with punishment, etc)

( often foll by with) US and Canadian informal to chat or converse (with someone)

the act or an instance of visiting

a stay as a guest

a professional or official call

a formal call for the purpose of inspection or examination

international law the right of an officer of a belligerent state to stop and search neutral ships in war to verify their nationality and ascertain whether they carry contraband : the right of visit and search

US and Canadian informal a friendly talk or chat

Derived forms of visit

• visitable , adjective

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Other Idioms and Phrases with visit

see pay a call (visit).

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noun as in social call upon another

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appointment , call , holiday , interview , stay , stop , stopover , talk , vacation

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verb as in be a guest of

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verb as in bother, haunt

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bring down on , descend upon , force upon

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Example Sentences

You will have your beloved father back sooner than you think, and you can visit and communicate with him all the while.

He hasn't bothered to visit Iguala, the place where the students were abducted and killed.

From his purview, our visit and interest had brought excitement to him and his peers.

On May 9, which Moscow commemorates as World War II “Victory Day,” Klaus paid a highly visible visit to the Russian Embassy.

Both Prados have enough magic that, after you visit them, the whole world feels like their gift shop for a few hours.

When the women came, he was preparing to go to the west side for his daily visit with Mrs. Pruitt.

M'Bongo, the great chief of this neighbourhood, paid a ceremonial visit to my husband.

Levee: a ceremonious visit received by a distinguished person in the morning.

I really ought to visit my California estates, and I have always wanted to see that part of America.

In the spring of 1868 he was taken by his mother for a visit to England, and there, in the same year, his sister was born.

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Definition of visit noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

• a two-day/three-day visit
• the prime minister's surprise visit to the troops
• an official/state visit
• visit to somebody/something It's my first visit to New York.
• If you have time, pay a visit to the local museum.
• The family made a visit to England in the summer of 1923.
• a visit to the doctor
• His visits home were limited to Christmas.
• visit from somebody We had a visit from the police last night.
• visit by somebody Arranegments are being made for a visit by a member of the royal family.
• (British English) a home visit (= when your doctor visits you)
• a brief/recent visit
• on/during a visit The team reported on deficiencies found during the site visit .
• Regular visits to the dentist are important.
• Is this a social visit, or is it business?
• They're on an exchange visit to France.
• Following this initial visit, she will return to Montserrat in June.
• Following her letter of complaint, she received a personal visit from the store manager.
• He offered her a drink to try to prolong her visit.
• He was forced to cut short a visit to North America.
• How many doctors are still able to make home visits?
• I think it's time we paid him a little visit.
• I'd been looking forward to my cousin's visit for ages.
• If you're staying in Rome, Ostia is well worth a visit.
• On one of her regular visits home, she told her parents she was engaged.
• Pay us a visit next time you're in town.
• She enjoyed the frequent visits of her grandchildren.
• The President has been briefed in preparation for his forthcoming visit to Russia.
• The visit signalled the normalization of relations between the two countries.
• We had a visit from somebody collecting for charity.
• We received a letter announcing a visit from government inspectors.
• We used to go on school visits to museums and historical buildings.
• While on holiday in Italy, the prime minister paid a courtesy visit to his opposite number in Rome.
• You should receive a home visit from your midwife within a month.
• a visit to the dentist
• Allow three hours for your visit.
• Enjoy your visit!
• Is this a social visit or are you here on business?
• Is this your first visit to New York?
• She was making one of her frequent visits to London.
• The inspectors paid a surprise visit to the factory.
• The prime minister is on an official visit to Jamaica.
• They received a visit from the party leader.
• We had to cut short our visit and fly home.
• during a/​the visit
• on a/​the visit

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• The site now gets about 600,000 visits a day.
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This is the one of the most confusing one to me. However I usually pass to ask. I'm going to Africa for visiting my friend I'm going to Africa to visit my friend Which one is natural? and is there much of a difference between the two? Thank you  

The second one. You can say "to" or "in order to", but you must use an infinitive here.  

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The 'for' construction is common after nouns: a pen for writing with = a pen to write with; a box for holding pens = a box to hold pens; a good reason for visiting my friend = a good reason to visit my friend.  

entangledbank said: The 'for' construction is common after nouns: a pen for writing with = a pen to write with; a box for holding pens = a box to hold pens; a good reason for visiting my friend = a good reason to visit my friend. Click to expand...

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Is It Correct to Say, “Thanks for the Visit?”

By: Author Dr. Patrick Capriola

Posted on Published: June 20, 2022

Grandma comes to see your new house. She has to leave after a little while, so you say, “Thanks for the visit, Grandma!” Was that even appropriate to say?

“Thanks for the visit” is correct to use in casual conversation as a short way of saying “I offer you my thanks for coming to visit” or “I thank you for taking the time to visit.” You can also use it as a nice way of telling someone that it’s time for them to leave if you use it in the right context.

Still, while it is good to use this as a phrase of gratitude, you should avoid using it in highly formal settings. Read on to see how to use “Thanks for the visit” and similar expressions of gratitude in casual and formal situations.

What Does “Thanks for the Visit” Mean?

When we say “Thanks for the visit,” we express our gratitude for someone coming to see us. In casual conversation, it is a quick way to say, “Thank you for coming to visit.” Alternatively, we can use this as a polite way to hint that the visit needs to come to an end.

For example, let’s say you have a housewarming party with family and friends. As people leave, “Thanks for the visit” is appropriate because you appreciate the time they spent with you.

On the other hand, say you have a friend or family member who just loves to hang out, but you really have other things to do, or it’s late. “Well, thanks for the visit” is a polite way to indicate that it’s time for the visit to end. Of course, you are still being nice, but hopefully, they get the subtle hint.

As a noun, a visit is a short stay or a brief residence as a guest. As a verb, to “visit” someone is typically an act of friendship or courtesy where you go to see them for a short period ( source ). We would refer to the person visiting as a guest or visitor.

“Visit” comes from the Latin “ visitare ,” which literally means to go to see ( source ). “Visit” usually has positive connotations, implying the visitor comes to see the person to offer comfort or some benefit. 

However, in certain contexts, “visit” in the sense of “come upon” can have the negative meaning of “afflict” or “impose,” as in a disease or some other disaster. However, this is mainly when using “visit” as a verb and not as a noun.

Is It Grammatically Correct to Say “Thanks for the Visit”?

While “Thanks for the visit” is grammatically incomplete as a sentence fragment with no subject or verb, it still functions grammatically since the listener can infer the subject and verb. Technically, “Thanks for the visit” is a minor or irregular sentence.

A minor sentence is grammatically incomplete, but we still understand its meaning. We can use minor sentences for dramatic effect in conversation to emphasize points and show emotions, usually surprise ( source ).

A similar, complete sentence would be, “I offer my thanks to you for the visit.” “Thanks” is actually a plural noun, so we must add a subject (I) and verb (offer) to complete the sentence ( source ).

“Thanks” is the direct object of the verb “offer” since it is the thing someone is offering. “For” is a preposition and function word indicating the purpose for the thanks. Finally, the noun “visit” serves as the object of the preposition and is the thing the subject is thankful for.

How Do You Use “Thanks for the Visit”?

We use “Thanks for the visit” as a minor sentence when directly interacting with someone in speech or writing. Alternatively, we can use it as part of a full sentence by adding a subject and verb or attaching it to an independent clause using a conjunction.

We can also tag on the name of the individual we’re thanking for the visit after a comma.

When Can You Use “Thanks for the Visit”?

You can say “Thanks for the visit” when someone arrives to see you, as they’re going to leave after visiting you, or when you’re giving them a polite hint that it’s time for them to leave. You can also write this on a card, email, or in a letter after a visit.

The best instances are:

When someone comes for a scheduled visit.

• Thanks for the visit . I appreciate you coming.

You knew the person was coming, so thanking them when they came in is appropriate and thoughtful.

When someone is leaving.

• Thanks for the visit ! It was fun.

As they leave, it is polite to say “Thanks.” Adding “it was fun” sends your visitors home appreciated.

When trying to politely tell someone to leave without being rude.

• Thanks for the visit , but I have an appointment.

You can use the last scenario in situations involving unwanted visitors, such as salespeople. If you are polite but quick, they usually get the point.

In What Context Can You Use “Thanks for the Visit”?

We use “Thanks for the visit” and similar phrases with close family and friends in comfortable conversations and writing. It is also a good way to express that it’s time for someone to leave politely.

For instance, after a housewarming party, saying “Thanks for the visit” to everyone is short and sweet but grateful. Also, when you write a thank-you card, it is an acceptable phrase as long as you are close to the person or group. 

Additionally, saying “Thanks for the visit” to someone who came to see you in the hospital is appropriate. In contrast, saying it to a coworker who came to assist you is probably not the best choice.

Saying “Thanks for the visit” to your grandma might be tricky as it might come across as too short and rude to say to an elder. However, if you and grandma have a close relationship, this could be appropriate.

Let’s take a look at when Grandma comes to see the new house:

• Thanks for the visit , Grandma !

If you want to be more polite and formal to her, using “Thank you for the visit, Grandma!” or “Thank you for visiting me, Grandma!” is more suitable.

With close friends, you are comfortable enough that this phrase won’t be a big deal. But, what about friends of friends that you just met? In that case, it may be better to use “Thank you for the visit” until you develop a closer relationship.

Now, your best friend has been at your house for a while. You are getting tired, so “Thanks for the visit” is a good way to say, “It’s time to go.” However, you can add more to it to make it more obvious.

• Thanks for the visit , but I have to get up for work in the morning.

With this addition, using the conjunction “but,” I emphasize that I need to go to work the next day, so it helps get more to the point.

Using “Thanks for the Visit” in a Full Sentence

To use “Thanks for the visit” in a full sentence, we can add a subject and a verb , such as “I offer my thanks for the visit.” You can also add more context using a conjunction, as in “We had a great time, so thanks for the visit.”

• I offer my thanks for the visit .

“I” becomes the subject, and “offer” is the verb. “Thanks” becomes the direct object / noun, and “for the visit” is still a prepositional phrase. “I offer thanks” seems a little confusing, so adding the possessive pronoun “my” as an adjective before “thanks” is more appropriate.

• We had a great time , so thanks for the visit .

In this case, “We” is the subject, and the verb is “had.” The conjunction “so” indicates that what came before is a reason for their gratitude: “We had a great time.”

When Not to Use “Thanks for the Visit”

Since “Thanks for the visit” is a more casual, abbreviated statement, it’s best to avoid using it in very formal settings or in academic writing. It might come across as rude, abrupt, or sarcastic.

Coworker: I brought over the paperwork that you need to sign.

You: Thanks for the visit!

The coworker might see this as rude and unprofessional. In this situation, it would be better to say “Thank you” and let them know that you’ll sign the paperwork once you have an opportunity. They’re asking you to perform a work-related task for them, so this is not intended as a pleasant visit but an official one.

Even if you believe they’ve visited some horrible thing upon you by asking you to sign the paperwork, that would actually be a visitation and not a visit ( source ).

Similarly, you would not want to say this to a medical professional responsible for your well-being — it could come across as disrespectful and ungrateful. For example, consider the following interaction with a doctor.

Doctor : The results look good! You are going home tomorrow.

You: Thanks for the visit! 

If you were close friends with the doctor, perhaps you could say “Thanks for the visit, Doc!” or even “Thanks, Doc!” in good humor. Otherwise, we would strongly advise against this.

What Can You Use Instead of “Thanks for the Visit”?

While “Thanks for the visit” is decent, there are quite a few other phrases and minor sentences you can use to express gratitude. For instance, you could say “Thanks for seeing me” or “Thanks for stopping by” ( source ).

• Thanks for visiting.
• Thanks for stopping by.
• Thanks for dropping by.
• Thanks for dropping in.
• Thanks for coming to see me.
• Thanks for coming over.

More Formal:

• Thank you for coming.
• Thank you for visiting.

Expressions of Gratitude as Minor Sentences

Since the speaker and listener typically understand the subject, verb, and direct object, many expressions of gratitude take the form of minor sentences. Again, a minor or irregular sentence is one that lacks either a subject or verb or both.

Minor sentences can take the form of aphorisms, exclamations, interjections, or imperatives. “Thanks for the visit” is an abbreviated statement meaning “ I offer my thanks for your visit.”

Interestingly, while “Thanks for the visit” lacks a verb, “Thank you for the visit” does not since “thank” is the verb. Numerous expressions of gratitude as minor sentences use either “Thanks” or “Thank you.”

Make sure to check out “ Is It Correct to Say ‘Thanks for Your Patronage’? ” “ Is It Correct to Say ‘Thanks a Million’? ” and “ Is It Correct to Say, ‘Thank You Very Much’? ” for further examples.

Phrases and Clauses

Phrases and clauses are important sentence elements. The main difference between them is a phrase lacks a subject and verb, while a clause has both. A phrase can be a component of a clause.

A minor sentence is a type of phrase since it is a collection of words that work as a conceptual unit, although phrases are typically short. Also, the meaning of a minor sentence is typically clearer than a phase since a minor sentence carries the intonation of a complete sentence.

For example, “the visit” would be a noun phrase, which is a phrase containing a noun, “visit,” and a noun modifier, the definite article “the.” This noun phrase is also part of a longer prepositional phrase, “for the visit,” beginning with the preposition “for.”

Clauses have a subject and a verb. Independent clauses can form parts of larger sentences, or they can stand alone. Meanwhile, dependent clauses rely on the main clause for their meaning ( source ).

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A compound sentence connects two independent clauses, while complex and conditional sentences require a dependent clause and at least one independent clause.

• Compound sentence: He brought over some milk, so we thanked him for the visit.
• Complex sentence: Since he brought over some milk, we thanked him for the visit.
• Conditional sentence: If he comes over , you should thank him for the visit.

Final Thoughts

When someone takes the time to visit you, “Thanks for the visit” is a friendly and short way of emphasizing gratitude. When your lovely aunt is overstaying her welcome, it is a polite way to say, “Well, it’s about time to end this visit.” Either way, you have another fun phrase for your English vocabulary.

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visit verb ( SEE A PERSON )

• I'm going to New York to visit some friends .
• Come and visit us if you're at a loose end over the weekend .
• I'm going to visit my ailing father .
• When he visits his mother , he sleeps in his old room .
• He visited the old woman religiously every weekend .

visit verb ( SEE A PLACE )

Visit verb ( internet ), phrasal verbs.

• His visit gave new impetus to the peace process .
• The government barred demonstrations during the state visit.
• The bombing has cast a shadow over the Queen's visit.
• Her visit is strictly business .
• He paid them a flying visit on his way to the airport .

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1. Your friendship has blossomed into love. Several discussants claimed that the true intentions of the speaker were not always easy to grasp—as in, Is it love, or merely (or mostly) lust? But the consensus was that anyone uttering this line was expressing the desire (see Quora ) “to deepen the relationship’s intimacy . . . to find a way to become more . . . meaningfully engaged emotionally, as well as physically.” And doubtless, this is how the expression is most commonly used.

What the words imply is a growing emotional attachment —a caring and concern transcending the (less complicated) friendship that the individual experienced before being overtaken by feelings considerably stronger, and unsettling. More than one commenter has sought to distinguish “I like you” from “I have feelings for you.” And what they sought to clarify was that “like” implies enjoying the other’s company or sharing common interests.

In distinct contrast, the expression “I have feelings . . .” implies a deeper attraction characterized by more serious—and intense— romantic feelings. A slightly different way of describing this is that the person confessing these feelings has moved from what was previously felt as platonic to something much more compellingly romantic.

One of my favorite quotes portraying this most tender and amorous definition of “I have feelings . . .” is from Jeremy Taylor, who reflects: “Love is friendship set on fire,” which suggests how a relationship can "spark" from tame to torrid.

2. You’re inviting your now beloved to have a romantic relationship with you. This closely related meaning of the expression might take the form of “Hey! I really like you, and I’d like us to start dating. Are you interested?” In this situation, you’re not simply confessing your tender sentiments, you’re proposing—however indirectly—that the object of your affection return your burgeoning feelings.

Here you’re wanting to cultivate a more romantic union with the one who’s captured your heart. As another respondent on Quora suggested, you “might be mentioning it to gauge [their] reaction” and, based on whether they seem interested, attempt to pursue an expanded relationship with them. Your attraction could be predominantly romantic, or physical, but your implicit objective is to find out whether progressing to a more “embracing” relationship might be mutually desired.

It might be added that the connection between you and the person you’re now enamored with might originally have been of the “friends with benefits” variety. In this instance, the growth of what started out as casual sex may have intensified to the point that one or both of you now experience a more abounding passion.

As a result of such a development, two scenarios could arise. Either the friendship mutates into love, or the sex becomes far more heated. As described by a contributor to urbandictionary :

a. guy: I have feelings for you. girl: I have feelings for you too! let’s date. They live happily ever after [the ideal—or idealized—conclusion]. b. guy with benefits: you aren’t just a booty call anymore . . . I have feelings for you. girl with benefits: I have feelings for you too! let’s bang. They have beautiful sex [the more carnal conclusion].

3, You’re feeling a need to be cautious—not yet ready to commit yourself, or say “I love you.” Here you’re just beginning to lose your emotional equilibrium—“falling” helplessly in love with the one for whom your feelings have been steadily growing. Undoubtedly, the emotions you’ve been harboring, and are finally ready to admit, are those of soft-hearted warmth and tenderness. Yet these feelings also link to a substantially heightened sense of vulnerability. You ask yourself: “What if my feelings aren’t shared?” Abruptly discovering you’re in a one-sided affair could be extremely painful. So, in addressing the one you’ve come to cherish, you self-protectively avoid employing that perilous word, love .

Besides, it might feel premature to take the relationship to the next level. Your feelings may not have fully crystallized. The whole thing may feel rather tentative, so you still have some hesitancy about moving forward. Additionally, you might feel too embarrassed, or awkward, to stick your neck out and directly confess how “smitten” you are with the other. Take the words of this commenter:

Saying I have feelings for you . . . is like saying I’m in love with you and want to be with you. But we haven’t been together that long, or it just doesn’t make sense to me why I feel so strongly about you. (From Reddit )

Or, for that matter, your very nature may prohibit you from outright confessing your ardent feelings. In girlsaskguys , the question of what it means when a guy says “I have feelings for you,” leads to this curiously guarded “guy-speak” response:

It means he likes you, but isn’t about to admit undying love. Guys are more reserved about their feelings. I have never told a girl that I loved her. I have said she’s beautiful, amazing, awesome, that I like her, etc. But I’m not about to open up and sing some gushy love ballad about how my love is like an undying fire. . . . Girls are more open with their emotions.

4. You’re without any hope that your love will be requited, but you just can’t resist disclosing it anyway. Sometimes the key motive driving you to confess “I have feelings for you” is simply to ease the profoundly felt burden of having to keep lovesick feelings all to yourself. The weight of your undeclared feelings may just have become so heavy, so oppressive, that from deep within you experience an irresistible urge to get them off your chest.

You may be all too aware that, for any number of reasons, the object of your adoration isn’t available to you. For instance, he or she might be happily married to your best friend, or they might simply be too young, or old, for you. Nonetheless, you could experience an acute need to at least let the other person know how deeply you care about them.

5. If you’re on the receiving end of this declaration, you’re trying—as gently as you know how—to inform the other person that you can’t return their amorous feelings. One of the saddest meanings that this expression can carry is when it’s followed by the word but : “I have feelings for you, too, but . . . .” The other person's romantic sentiments aren't at all reciprocal. In such an unfortunate situation, you want to let the infatuated person down as easy as possible. Since you like them, you want to respond kindly to minimize the emotional hurt of what they can’t help but take as rejection.

6. You may be in the warmest, most caring relationship—yet it’s still not love but friendship.

Strong feelings of empathy, compassion, conviviality, companionship, may be experienced as extremely rewarding, but may not equate to feelings of romantic love either. Might you ever have been in such a relationship? You could have the warmest regard for the other person but still, your emotions couldn’t be described as amorous. You might use this expression to express a strong liking .

Certainly, feelings like this can morph into something more impassioned, but not necessarily. In which case you’re left with a wonderfully satisfying relationship yet destined to be platonic. The two of you may freely admit that you have feelings for one another but these are exceptional friendship feelings. You’re truly fond of each another but the feelings are far more tender than “turned on.”

7. You’re being indirect in declaring an interest that's more lustful than loving. Several correspondents hinted at this duplicity. Particularly with someone who possesses a strong sex drive, lust and love can get confused, or hopelessly entangled. And if you’re the recipient of such an “I have feelings for you” message and your b.s. antenna immediately starts signaling, then—unless you’re experiencing a similar libidinous pull—it’s best to decline this implicit proposition.

As one discussant on Quora puts it: some people who use this expression, “Just want sex and see this as a good lead-in,” adding prudently: “Just because someone says ‘I have feelings for you’ doesn’t actually mean they [do]."

8. You might use this expression if, for any number of reasons, you decide to break up with your committed partner or boy/girlfriend, even though you still genuinely care about them. There’s an obvious paradox in this: Why would you want to end a relationship in which you’re still experiencing loving, attached feelings for the other?

But there are a host of explanations for this negative relationship decision, including crucial issues with incompatibility that can’t be rectified. For instance, you might feel that your life would be forever incomplete if you didn’t have children, and your partner (or prospective partner) is dead set against starting a family.

I’ll conclude with two final respondent quotes:

I never understood what “having feelings for someone” is and what it constitutes, and after a while, stopped trying to figure it out. (from wrongplanet ); and Does “I have feelings for you” mean “I’m in love with you”? What does it mean if not? (from FreeDictionary )

I think this post should give the first commenter a clearer idea of what’s left him so confused. And, as for the second respondent, I’d simply say that, yes, the expression does generally signify that—pure and simply—the person is in love. But, as I’ve taken some pains to illustrate, there could be many other things “at play” here, too.

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Leon F. Seltzer, Ph.D. , is the author of Paradoxical Strategies in Psychotherapy and The Vision of Melville and Conrad . He holds doctorates in English and Psychology. His posts have received over 53 million views.

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101 Thank You for Visiting Messages (Heartfelt & Inspiring)

A visit from a loved one is always a special occasion. It’s a time to catch up, share stories, and enjoy each other’s company.

In order to make your loved ones feel appreciated, send them a thank you message after they leave. Below are 101 messages and quotes that will show your friends and family how much you care.

#1 I know had you not come down to see me, the day would have been much more lonely. I am very happy you decided to spend some time with me here, and I feel so much better for it. Thank you so much for coming.

#2 Your visit was a breath of fresh air! We don’t get to see you as often as we’d like, so it was wonderful to have you here. Thank you for making the trip!

#3 I hope that you had as much fun during your visit as we did! Thank you for coming and spending some time with us. We really loved it!

#4 It was great having you here! I wish that you could have stayed longer, but I understand that you have other obligations. I hope to see you again soon. Thanks for coming!

#5 What’s better than catching up with an old friend is when they visit. It was such a pleasure to see you and hear about your adventures in life. You are more than welcome to come again whenever you like! Thank you for your visit.

#6 It’s great when friends and family take the time out of their busy schedules to visit us, and we should let them know how much we appreciate it! Here is a list of 100 “thank you for visiting me” messages and quotes that will surely help express your gratitude:

#7 You were so patient in waiting till I finished with my chores before we started talking, thank you for being such a good visitor. I hope you will pay me another visit soon.

#8 The bonds of friendship like ours are something to be cherished. It was wonderful to see you and hear all about what you’ve been up to. You are always welcome here; no need for special occasions – just drop by! Thank you so much for visiting.

#9 We’re glad that we were able to meet up on your recent visit, like the good friends that we are. It’s nice to know that there’s someone I can talk to whenever I feel lonely or upset, and I appreciate it more than words could say. Thank you so much for coming over; it means a lot to me.

#10 Our time together has already become some of my favorite memories with you in it. So thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to come and visit me. I feel very lucky that you’re my friend and can’t wait to do it all over again soon!

#11 Thank you for visiting, it was great catching up with you. You are always welcome here, no matter how long it’s been since your last visit. Thank you so much!

#12 It was wonderful to finally meet you in person after all these years of talking online. Thank you for coming to visit me, I hope you had a great time!

#13 I’m really glad that we were able to spend some time together while you were in town. Thank you for making the trip to see me; it meant a lot.

#14 We loved having you over. The time just flew by and we didn’t want it to end! Thank you for being so kind and spending your time with us. We hope you can visit again soon.

#15 Thank you so much for coming to visit us! It was wonderful getting to know you better and spending time with you. We hope you can come back soon!

#16 I don’t really have the words to describe how much I enjoyed your visit, except to say THANK YOU! You are more than welcome to come back and stay with us anytime.

#17 Thank you for traveling all this way to see us! It means a lot that you would go out of your way like that. We had a great time catching up and making new memories. We hope you can come again soon!

#18 Hope you had fun during your visit, and I hope we get another chance soon! Thank you so much for visiting us; it means a lot.

#19 I apologize in advance but I must ask something of you: Please do come again! You are always welcome here. Thank you so much for visiting us! It was wonderful to see you again.

#20 Please feel free to pass this along to someone else who is always welcome in your heart – whether they’re family or just good friends 🙂 Thank you so much for coming by when you were here week. It’s always great to see you and I really appreciate it.

#21 There’s no place like home, but it was wonderful to have you here. I still can’t believe your visit is already over. From beginning to end, it went by too fast! Thank you so much for coming to see me.

#22 It might be raining outside, but that doesn’t matter because you brought sunshine into my life when you visited. I loved having the opportunity to catch up with you and talk about old times. Thank you for visiting me – I hope we can do it again soon!

#23 I know our time together flew by way too fast, but thank you so much for making the effort to come visit me all this way. It meant a lot knowing there was someone out there thinking of me even while I was away.

#24 You always lift my spirits when you visit, and it just doesn’t get any better than that! Thank you so much for brightening my day – I hope you enjoyed your time here as much as I enjoyed having you.

#25 It was so great to finally meet in person after all these years of talking online. Thank you for coming to visit me, it meant a lot! I hope we can do it again soon.

#26 It was wonderful having you here. You’re always so welcome in our home, and we hope to see you again very soon. Thank you for making the trip!

#27 We loved having you over for dinner. Your company is always a delight. We hope to see you again soon! Thank you for coming!

#28 Thank you so much for spending your weekend with us. We had such a great time catching up and doing all of the fun things we never seem to have time for. We hope to see you again soon!

#29 Thank you so much for coming to my baby shower! It was wonderful to have you there, and I know that the new little one will be blessed by your love.

#30 Your presence at my wedding meant so much to me. It was such a special day, and I’m grateful that you were able to share it with me. Thank you!

#31 You are always welcome. Thank you so much for coming on your visit to us. We enjoyed seeing you and visiting with you.

#32 I am grateful that our families are close, but I enjoy it even more when we all get together! It was great spending time with you this weekend, let’s make sure to do it again soon! Thank you for coming on your recent visit.

#33 It was wonderful having you here on your visit, and it means a lot that the distance couldn’t keep us apart. You are more than welcome anytime, and I hope to hear from you soon!

#34 Thank goodness the time passed quickly because I could have spent forever with you! Thank you so much for visiting me/us on your recent trip. We so enjoyed seeing you and catching up!

#35 It was such a treat to see you on your last visit, I hope it won’t be so long until I can see my friend again. Thank you for coming by on your visit here/there/everywhere.

#36 Travelling is tiring but being with family is rewarding. Thank you so much for visiting—it meant the world to me that you made the trip over here to see us. It really means a lot to me that we got some time together recently, thank you for coming!

#37 Your visits are always so special to me. I treasure the time we spend together, and I’m so grateful that you make the effort to come see me. Thank you!

#38 The visit you made was fantastic, and I’m so grateful that you came to see me even though it wasn’t easy for you. Thank you so much for visiting! It really does mean a lot to me.

#39 I can’t even begin to tell you how thankful I am that you made the effort to visit with me on this special day. You are one amazing person, my friend, and share so many wonderful qualities. Thank you so much for coming under such great circumstances! Your visit today means more than words could ever say.

#40 I’m sorry your trip here had some struggles but I appreciate that despite having obstacles in the way of your visit, that didn’t stop you from coming. Thank you for making the effort to come and see me.

#41 You mean more than words could ever express, and I am so blessed that we have such a loving bond between us. Thank you so much for your visit today and the amazing memories we created!

#42 I’m thankful for our friendship and all of the great times we’ve shared together over the years. You are precious to me, my friend, and it’s wonderful to be able to still keep in touch with each other this way as well as through cards and phone calls. Thank you very much for your visit today! It means more than words can say.

#43 It was so great to see you! I always have the best time when we hang out. Thanks for coming, and I hope you can visit again soon.

#44 Thank you so much for coming to see us! We had a wonderful time catching up with you and loved hearing about your new adventures. We hope you can come and visit us again soon!

#45 Your visit was such a treat! Not only did we get to spend some time with you, but we also got to show you around our new home. Thank you for coming and for being so open to showing us yours. We hope to return the favor someday.

#46 Thank you so much for visiting us while you were in town. It was wonderful getting to know you better and spending time with you. We hope you can come and visit again soon!

#47 Thank you so much for coming to see us! It was great catching up with you and hearing about your new adventures. We hope you can come and visit us again soon!

#48 Your visit was such a treat! Not only did we get to spend some time with you, but we also got to show you around our new home. Thank you for coming and for being so open to showing us yours. We hope to return the favor someday.

#49 It was wonderful having you here! You are always such a good friend to us, and it’s always a joy when we get to spend time together. Thank you for coming and we hope to see you again!

#50 It feels like only yesterday when we were all together and now here we are, already saying goodbye. I enjoyed this special time with you and the memories we made will stay in my heart forever. Thank you so much for visiting me!

#51 I had such a wonderful time with you on your visit, it felt like only yesterday when we were last together but life is all about change and before you know it, time has passed by so quickly. But no matter how much time passes, the memories of our visits are always there to look back on with fondness. Thank you so much for coming to see me!

#52 What an absolute pleasure to have seen you again after all this time—it seems like only yesterday that we were last together. Your visit really brightened up my day; thank you very much for thinking of me

#53 It is always such a joy when family or friends come to town because it means extra laughs and good times together! Thank you for coming by on your recent trip; we had a blast and really enjoyed your company. It is always such a pleasure having you over!

#54 Being together with family and friends is just the absolute best! Thanks for taking the time to stop by; I’ve never been more rejuvenated and filled with energy. Thank you so much for visiting; we truly appreciate it!

#55 The gift of time, as they say, is priceless. You took some precious time out of your schedule to see us which means so much to me. Thank you for coming by this week; we sure did enjoy having you here. It was great seeing you again!

#56 Visiting family and friends is an opportunity that doesn’t come around often enough! We can never get tired of reuniting and catching up with all the news. Thank you so much for coming by; we loved every minute of it!

#57 I always look forward to your visits – there’s just something about them that makes me really happy. It was great seeing you again and spending time with you. I hope you can come see us more often in the future. Thank you so much for visiting!

#58 We are so grateful that you took the time out of your busy schedule to visit us, it meant so much! We enjoyed hearing about your new adventures and shared some of ours as well. We hope to see you again soon! Thank you for coming!

#59 I am so grateful that you came to visit me. It just wouldn’t be the same without you around! We had some lovely chats and some extravagant meals, and I will never forget them. Thank you for your company! You are welcome here any time.

#60 It was wonderful seeing you again on your last visit, which was not nearly long enough! But it gave us memories to savour, and hopefully we can make more next time. Until then, all our best wishes go with you – safe travels home!

#61 I feel so lucky to have had you visit, even if it was just for a little while. I’ll think of you often and hope to see you again sometime soon. Thank you for visiting me!

#62 It’s always nice seeing family, especially on special occasions like your birthday or anniversary. You are welcome anytime. Thank you so much for the lovely visit!

#63 Thank you so much for taking the time out of your busy schedule to come and visit us! We enjoyed our time together very much. It’s not every day one gets to see someone they love so dearly after all! You are welcome back any time at all.

#64 When you visit in our home, you are family. You always belong here and we value your presence more than words can express. Thank you so much for coming by today!

#65 It was wonderful to see you again. We had such a great time catching up—I almost feel like it was just yesterday that we saw each other last! Please do come back soon; I’d love to chat again.

#66 Thank you for visiting me recently; I sure enjoyed our conversation and all the laughs! It really means a lot to me when my friends take the time out to visit me, and I’ll look forward to seeing you next time too.

#67 We built great memories during your visit, and I’m so grateful for that. Thank you for taking the time to come and see us. I hope we can do it again soon!

#68 Your visit was such a blessing! We loved every minute of it! Thank you so much for coming and spending time with us. We hope you can come and see us again soon!

#69 We are already missing you after your visit. But we are glad you came and spent some wonderful time with us. Thank you so much for being here!

#70 Thank you for gracing us with your presence once again. It was wonderful having you here and we enjoyed every moment spent in your company. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

#71 It was really great catching up with you during your visit. I’m glad we were able to spend some time together. I hope to see you again soon!

#72 Your visit was the highlight of our day/week/month! Thank you so much for coming and spending time with us. We loved it!

#73 What distances take away, visits restore. There is nothing quite like seeing you after a long time and catching up with all the old stories. I so enjoyed your visit. Thank you so much for coming!

#74 It was wonderful to meet up again after such a long time, and I cherish the moments we shared during this special reunion. Thank you so much for visiting me; it was lovely!

#75 Having you here has made my world brighter than ever before, and your company was an absolute treat to behold. Please do come again soon, thank you for visiting.

#76 I’m so glad you were able to come and visit. It was wonderful getting to spend time with you, and I hope we can do it again soon. Thank you for coming!

#77 It was great having you here – thank you for making the trip! I loved catching up and spending time with you. I hope you enjoyed your stay as much as I enjoyed having you here. Thank you!

#78 Thank you for making the journey out to see me. It meant a lot to me, and I had a great time catching up and reminiscing. I hope to see you again soon!

#79 I had such a nice time with you on your visit. It’s wonderful to talk and I appreciate all the effort you made. Thank you so much for coming!

#80 The joy of visiting is knowing that everyone visits from their heart, and I meant it when I said I loved seeing you again. Please come back soon! Thank you so much for coming!

#81 When we get together, it always feels like no time has passed at all. We have such a special bond and our conversations are too wonderful not to share more often. It was just simply delightful to see you again—thank you for making the trip over here to see me. You can be sure that whenever possible, we will keep in touch again soon.

#82 I’m so glad you were able to visit us for a weekend. I loved every minute of it, even the time we spent arguing about politics. I hope you had a great time too. Thank you for coming!

#83 It was a pleasure to spend time with you during your visit. I loved hearing all about your life and catching up on the latest events. The time we spent together was very meaningful for me and I wouldn’t trade it for anything in the world. It meant so much to me that you took the time out of your schedule to meet with me, and I hope we can do it again soon! Thank you so much for visiting me while I’m here. You were always such a great friend, and its been fun spending time with you again this weekend.

#84 Until next time! Thank you for visiting us and sharing some quality time with our family. Our lunch date is one that will go down in history as being enjoyable and unforgettable.

#85 I have a lot to do today, but what I don’t have time for is missing you already. It was wonderful to see you and be reminded of how much we care about one another. Thank you so much for stopping by!

#86 It’s been too long since our paths crossed, and it was lovely to see you on your visit! You are always welcome here, and I hope the next time won’t take as long. Thank you so much for coming by!

#87 We did what old friends do best- we caught up on things and had a good laugh! Thanks for making the trip out here; it means a lot that you came all this way. We would love to host another visit from you soon. Thank you so much for visiting!

#88 We loved having you here! Thank you for making the trip and for being so wonderful company. We hope you can come and visit again soon.

#89 The time flew by too quickly when you were here! I’m already looking forward to your next visit. Thank you so much for coming.

#90 I don’t know when I’ll see you again, but know that I miss you very much and that I think of you often. Until we meet again, take care. Thanks for coming to see me – it was great catching up!

#91 The greatest gift that family relations can give us is the company of our loved ones. It’s always a treat to have you visit and I was delighted that you were able to. Thank you so much for stopping by.

#92 It was wonderful to see you! We just loved having you visit and catching up with each other’s lives. You are more than welcome anytime! Thanks so much for coming.

#93 Having a good relationship comes from building bridges between one another, which is why it means so much when we get to connect with loved ones who live far away. I loved seeing you on your recent visit and will long remember what we shared together. It meant a lot that you came all this way!

#94 You are always welcome here anytime…and please accept this as a token of my appreciation for just stopping in to see me on your way through town…Thank you so much for! My door is always open to you!

#95 I hope that you had a great time while you were here. I loved getting to spend time with you and hearing all about your life back home. You are always welcome here anytime!

#96 Having you visit is a wonderful treat. It was just great to see you and have some of your cooking again. I’m so grateful for all the meaningful memories we made today and how lucky I am to have such a special friend in my life! Thank you so much for visiting, it means so much to me.

#97 It was simply lovely seeing you on your recent visit. I hope this little message finds you well and that we can get together soon again! You are more than welcome to plan another visit anytime. Thank you for stopping by, sweetie!

#98 It was wonderful to see you and your family again. We really enjoyed catching up and hearing about what’s new in your lives. Thank you for coming, and we hope to see you again soon!

#99 Your visit always makes our day brighter. Thank you for taking the time to come and spend it with us – we appreciate it more than you know!

#100 Thank you so much for visiting us! It was great catching up with you and hearing about all the exciting things going on in your life. We hope to see you again soon!

#101 I can’t wait until you come back, _____. I feel like we have so much to catch up on! In the meantime, I’ll be counting down the days until we can see each other again. Thank you for visiting!

In conclusion, we hope that these thank you messages and the message samples that we’ve provided, will give you some guidance and inspiration as you craft your thank-you messages for your visitors.

Signing off with a “thank you” is never a bad idea.

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Why is looking at a solar eclipse dangerous without special glasses? Eye doctors explain.

By Sara Moniuszko

Edited By Allison Elyse Gualtieri

Updated on: April 8, 2024 / 8:54 AM EDT / CBS News

The solar eclipse will be visible for millions of Americans on April 8, 2024, making many excited to see it — but how you watch it matters, since it can be dangerous for your eyes. 

A  solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the sun and Earth, blocking the sun's light . When the moon blocks some of the sun, it's a partial solar eclipse, but when moon lines up with the sun, blocking all of its light, a total solar eclipse occurs,  NASA explains . Either way, you need eye protection when viewing.

"The solar eclipse will be beautiful, so I hope that everyone experiences it — but they need to experience it in the right way," said Dr. Jason P. Brinton, an ophthalmologist and medical director at Brinton Vision in St. Louis.

Here's what to know to stay safe.

Why is looking at a solar eclipse dangerous?

Looking at the sun — even when it's partially covered like during an eclipse — can cause eye damage.

There is no safe dose of solar ultraviolet rays or infrared radiation, said  Dr. Yehia Hashad , an ophthalmologist, retinal specialist and the chief medical officer at eye health company Bausch + Lomb.

"A very small dose could cause harm to some people," he said. "That's why we say the partial eclipse could also be damaging. And that's why we protect our eyes with the partial as well as with the full sun."

Some say that during a total eclipse, it's safe to view the brief period time when the moon completely blocks the sun without eye protection. But experts warn against it. 

"Totality of the eclipse lasts only about 1 to 3 minutes based on geographic location, and bright sunlight suddenly can appear as the moon continues to move," notes an eclipse viewing guide published in JAMA , adding, "even a few seconds of viewing the sun during an eclipse" can temporarily or permanently damage your vision. 

Do I need special glasses for eclipse viewing?

Yes.  Eclipse glasses are needed to protect your eyes if you want to look at the eclipse.

Regular sunglasses aren't protective enough for eclipse viewing — even if you stack more than one. 

"There's no amount of sunglasses that people can put on that will make up for the filtering that the ISO standard filters and the eclipse glasses provide," Brinton said.

You also shouldn't look at the eclipse through a camera lens, phone, binoculars or telescope, according to NASA, even while wearing eclipse glasses. The solar rays can burn through the lens and cause serious eye injury.

Eclipse glasses must comply with the  ISO 12312-2 international safety standard , according to NASA, and should have an "ISO" label printed on them to show they comply. The American Astronomical Society  has a list  of approved solar viewers.

Can't find these, or they're sold out near you? You can also  make homemade viewers ,   which allow you to observe the eclipse indirectly — just don't accidentally look at the sun while using one.

How to keep kids safe during the solar eclipse

Since this eclipse is expected to occur around the time of dismissal for many schools across the country, it may be tempting for students to view it without the proper safety precautions while getting to and from their buses. That's why some school districts are  canceling classes early so kids can enjoy the event safely with their families.

Dr. Avnish Deobhakta, vitreoretinal surgeon at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary at Mount Sinai, said parents should also be careful because it can be difficult for children to listen or keep solar eclipse glasses on. 

"You want to actually, in my opinion, kind of avoid them even looking at the eclipse, if possible," he said. "Never look directly at the sun, always wear the right eclipse sunglasses if you are going to look at the sun and make sure that those are coming from a reliable source."

Brinton recommends everyone starts their eclipse "viewing" early, by looking at professional photos and videos of an eclipse online or visiting a local planetarium. 

That way, you "have an idea of what to expect," he said. 

He also recommends the foundation  Prevent Blindness , which has resources for families about eclipse safety.

What happens if you look at a solar eclipse without eclipse glasses?

While your eyes likely won't hurt in the moment if you look at the eclipse without protection, due to lowered brightness and where damage occurs in the eye, beware: The rays can still cause damage .

The harm may not be apparent immediately. Sometimes trouble starts to appear one to a few days following the event. It could affect just one or both eyes.

And while some will regain normal visual function, sometimes the damage is permanent. 

"Often there will be some recovery of the vision in the first few months after it, but sometimes there is no recovery and sometimes there's a degree to which it is permanent," Brinton said. 

How long do you have to look at the eclipse to damage your eyes?

Any amount of time looking at the eclipse without protection is too long, experts say. 

"If someone briefly looks at the eclipse, if it's extremely brief, in some cases there won't be damage. But damage can happen even within a fraction of a second in some cases," Brinton said. He said he's had patients who have suffered from solar retinopathy, the official name for the condition.

Deobhakta treated a patient who watched the 2017 solar eclipse for 20 seconds without proper eye protection. She now has permanent damage in the shape of a crescent that interferes with her vision. 

"The crescent that is burned into the retina, the patient sees as black in her visual field," he said. "The visual deficit that she has will never go away."

How to know if you've damaged your eyes from looking at the eclipse

Signs and symptoms of eye damage following an eclipse viewing include headaches, blurred vision, dark spots, changes to how you see color, lines and shapes. 

Unfortunately, there isn't a treatment for solar retinopathy.

"Seeing an eye care professional to solidify the diagnosis and for education I think is reasonable," Brinton said, but added, "right now there is nothing that we do for this. Just wait and give it time and the body does tend to heal up a measure of it."

Sara Moniuszko is a health and lifestyle reporter at CBSNews.com. Previously, she wrote for USA Today, where she was selected to help launch the newspaper's wellness vertical. She now covers breaking and trending news for CBS News' HealthWatch.

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Snow-capped peaks, scenic grandeur: What to expect at Rocky Mountain National Park

Rocky Mountain National Park is no hidden gem. 

Over 4.1 million people visited the park last year, making it the fifth most visited national park in America, according to National Park Service statistics. 

It’s so busy in the summer that timed entry reservations are required for a good chunk of each day.

Here’s what draws so many people to Rocky Mountain and what travelers should know about the latest national park in USA TODAY’s yearlong series .

What is so special about Rocky Mountain National Park?

If you close your eyes and think of the southern Rockies, “Rocky Mountain National Park captures all of that,” said the park’s Public Affairs Officer Kyle Patterson.

“Snow capped peaks, amazing recreational opportunities for 12 months out of the year, watchable wildlife , and scenic grandeur,” she said that’s what visitors always extol. 

She added that the Continental Divide runs right through the park, and the park is the headwaters for numerous major rivers.

What is the best time to visit Rocky Mountain National Park?

The answer depends on your interests.

“Do you want to see snow and ice, or do you want to see wildflowers and more greenery?” Patterson asked. “Are you interested in hiking? Are you interested in snowshoeing?” The park has more than 350 miles of hiking trails .

The busy season is late May through mid-October when temperatures are milder, all roads are open, and entry reservations are required during certain times of the day. 

“My favorite part about Rocky is just how different it is depending upon what season you visit the park,” Patterson said.

What city is closest to Rocky Mountain National Park? What town should I stay in?

“We have two wonderful communities that are right at the doorstep of Rocky Mountain National Park,” Patterson said. “Estes Park on the east side and Grand Lake on the west side.”

She added that about 80% of visitors enter through Estes Park, which is also closer to Denver and its international airport. However, she said visitors enjoy both gateway communities. 

“Estes Park and Grand Lake both have wonderful amenities from lodging to restaurants to other activities that people can do when they're visiting this area,” she said. 

Can you drive through Rocky Mountain National Park without a reservation?

Yes, but it depends on when you visit.

Timed entry reservations are required to access most of the park between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. from May 24 through Oct. 14. 

However, if you want to access the park’s busy Bear Lake Road, you’ll need a different type of reservation called Timed Entry+. That reservation grants access to all the parks' roads but is specifically required for Bear Lake Road between 5 a.m. and 6 p.m. from May 24 through Oct. 20.

If you enter outside of those hours or dates, you won’t need a reservation, but it’s important to note that the park’s popular Trail Ridge Road , which connects the east and west sides of the park, is closed through the winter.

How long does it take to drive through Rocky Mountain National Park?

“If somebody's coming when Trail Ridge Road is open, we recommend people to give themselves at least three hours to drop over the top of the park,” Patterson said. 

That also allows time to stop and take in views and shorter hikes along the way. 

“You never know what you might see as you drive along the road, and you want to give yourself plenty of time,” she said. “Also, the speeds of travel on the road should be slow … It’s not like you’re driving a highway.”

How much time do I need to see Rocky Mountain National Park?

“Because we're so close to a large population in Colorado we have people that will come up here for two hours,” Patterson said. Locals can visit any time, but she said it would be “a bummer” to only spend a few hours in the park on a first visit. 

She said the average visit is around two days, though you can stay longer to experience more. 

Which Native tribes are tied to Rocky Mountain National Park?

“Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the oldest national parks in the country. Rocky was established in 1915,” Patterson said, but she and the park point out that Native Americans have stewarded the land for thousands of years.

 “What is now Rocky Mountain National Park is part of the traditional homeland and territory of many present-day Tribal nations including, the Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes of the Fort Peck Indian Reservation, Montana; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Oklahoma; Comanche Nation, Oklahoma; Eastern Shoshone Tribe of the Wind River Reservation, Wyoming; Kiowa Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Northern Arapaho Tribe of the Wind River Reservation, Wyoming; Northern Cheyenne Tribe of the Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation, Montana; Southern Ute Indian Tribe of the Southern Ute Reservation, Colorado; Ute Indian Tribe of the Uintah & Ouray Reservation, Utah; and Ute Mountain Ute Tribe of the Ute Mountain Reservation, Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah,” the park acknowledges on its website.

What else should travelers know about Rocky Mountain?

It can feel like winter into May at the park, and winter can also creep into fall. 

Weather can also change rapidly and differ dramatically, depending on the elevation. The high altitude can also affect travelers who aren’t used to it.

“Just giving yourself some time to acclimate and taking care of yourself, like drinking lots of water, is really crucial because you can get dehydrated here really quickly,” she said. “Being prepared for traveling to a place like Rocky will make all the difference in the world.”

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What Does “See You Then” Mean? Plus, When & How to Use It

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“See you then” is a casual way to end a conversation if you plan to meet the other person again, but is it okay to use in the workplace? In this article, we’ll explain when and how to use this popular phrase, plus provide more formal alternatives for professional settings. We’ll also teach you how to confirm the details of your plans so you always meet people at the right date and time!

Things You Should Know

• “See you then” is an informal way to end a conversation when you’ve made plans to meet the other person again.
• Use “See you then” to confirm the date and time of your next meetup with a friend, family member, or close colleague.
• Alternatively, use the phrases “I will see you then” or “I look forward to seeing you” to confirm plans in formal and professional settings.

What does “See you then” mean?

• Think of the phrase as another way of saying goodbye to someone if you’ve made future plans with them.
• Technically speaking, the phrase “I will see you then” is more grammatically correct than “See you then” because it includes the subject “I.” So, “I will see you then” is the more appropriate phrase for formal and professional settings. [2] X Research source

When & How to Use “See you then”

• Them: “Do you want to meet for lunch this Friday?👀 ”
• You: “Yes! See you then😄”

• Them: “Are you free to go over the outline on Friday at 1 PM?”
• You: “Yes, that works for me. See you then!”

• Them: “Don’t forget we have the fundraiser on Thursday!”
• You: “Omg, thanks for reminding me. See you then!”

• Them: “I can only meet with you at 7 AM tomorrow. Does that work for you?”
• You: “Yes, that's no problem! I will see you then, Mr. Raven.”

• Them: “Your interview will be at 12 PM on Friday. Is that okay?”
• You: “Sounds good, and thank you for the opportunity! I look forward to seeing you.”

• “See you after work on Friday🥂🕺”
• “See you after the exam. Good luck🤞”
• “I’ll see you at the gala on Saturday, right?”
• “I will see you before the meeting on Monday.”

• “See you soon!”
• “See you tonight🪩”
• “See you after school.”
• “See you in the morning🌞”

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