I am back from Europe, and have been thinking about the trip of my lifetime since I returned. I have some tips for any of you who are thinking of travelling.
1. Book your international trains. Eurail says that you don't need to, but I would do it to be safe. Trains caused us a few headaches throughout our trip, and we even had to book one flight because we couldn't get a spot on a train.
2. Do every free walking tour that you can. I learned more on the free walking tours that we went on than anything else we did. It is a great way to familiarize yourself with the city, learn about the monuments and meet new people. It is a very affordable way to see the city. Usually hostels will have information about the tours, or you can google them online.
3. If you know people who live in the city you are visiting, stay with them. We were lucky to stay with friends in Paris and Warsaw. We got to see and experience the city the way residents of the city experience it.
4. Bring a lot of underwear and socks. Laundry is not fun to do. Make sure to bring thin socks because thick ones won't dry in time for your departure.
5. Eat local dishes. Find a good restaurant and have at least one meal that is unique to the country you are in. Some of my favourite memories come from experiencing the food in every place.
6. Keep a blog. Writing a blog is the best way to keep everyone updated on your journey. It is also a way for you to keep track of your memories.
I hope that you have all enjoyed reading my blog as much as I have enjoyed writing it.
Until my next adventure...Ciao for now.
1. Book your international trains. Eurail says that you don't need to, but I would do it to be safe. Trains caused us a few headaches throughout our trip, and we even had to book one flight because we couldn't get a spot on a train.
2. Do every free walking tour that you can. I learned more on the free walking tours that we went on than anything else we did. It is a great way to familiarize yourself with the city, learn about the monuments and meet new people. It is a very affordable way to see the city. Usually hostels will have information about the tours, or you can google them online.
3. If you know people who live in the city you are visiting, stay with them. We were lucky to stay with friends in Paris and Warsaw. We got to see and experience the city the way residents of the city experience it.
4. Bring a lot of underwear and socks. Laundry is not fun to do. Make sure to bring thin socks because thick ones won't dry in time for your departure.
5. Eat local dishes. Find a good restaurant and have at least one meal that is unique to the country you are in. Some of my favourite memories come from experiencing the food in every place.
6. Keep a blog. Writing a blog is the best way to keep everyone updated on your journey. It is also a way for you to keep track of your memories.
I hope that you have all enjoyed reading my blog as much as I have enjoyed writing it.
Until my next adventure...Ciao for now.
