The Savvy Backpacker's Guide to Europe on a Budget : Advice on Trip Planning, Packing, Hostels & Lodging, Transportation & More!

Every year thousands of people dream about strapping on a backpack and embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure through Europe, but they are often discouraged by the perceived cost and daunting idea of traveling abroad. The Savvy Backpacker’s Guide to Europe on a Budget will help make those dreams a reality. This travel resource is the ideal guide for students, backpackers, flashpackers, and budget-minded travelers who want to reduce their travel costs without sacrificing the quality of their travel. It identifies the common travel mistakes that waste valuable time and money, and shows the proper techniques to ensure a safe and successful adventure abroad. This guide has in-depth advice for: • Estimating your daily budget and the total cost of travel • Finding the best price on airfare • Planning a logical and efficient itinerary • Traveling by plane, train, bus, and automobile • Choosing the right backpack, luggage, and travel gear • Selecting what to wear and packing light • Saving money as you travel • Selecting the best hostels and making friends on the road • Picking the right rail pass • Staying safe and avoiding pickpockets • Traveling alone or with friends • Using electronics and technology • And much more! After reading The Savvy Backpacker’s Guide to Europe on a Budget , you’ll be able to explore Europe without breaking the bank. Every year thousands of people dream about strapping on a backpack and embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure through Europe, but they are often discouraged by the perceived cost and daunting idea of traveling abroad. __The Savvy Backpacker’s Guide to Europe on a Budget__ will help make those dreams a reality.This travel resource is the ideal guide for students, backpackers, flashpackers, and budget-minded travelers who want to reduce their travel costs without sacrificing the quality of their travel. It identifies the common travel mistakes that waste valuable time and money, and shows the proper techniques to ensure a safe and successful adventure abroad.This guide has in-depth advice for:• Estimating your daily budget and the total cost of travel• Finding the best price on airfare• Planning a logical and efficient itinerary• Traveling by plane, train, bus, and automobile• Choosing the right backpack, luggage, and travel gear• Selecting what to wear and packing light• Saving money as you travel• Selecting the best hostels and making friends on the road• Picking the right rail pass• Staying safe and avoiding pickpockets• Traveling alone or with friends• Using electronics and technology• And much more!After reading __The Savvy Backpacker’s Guide to Europe on a Budget__, you’ll be able to explore Europe without breaking the bank. This practical guide offers smart advice on traveling to Europe without breaking the bank—from airfare deals to safety tips and more! Every year thousands of people dream about strapping on a backpack and embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure through Europe, but they are often discouraged by the perceived cost and daunting idea of traveling abroad. This travel resource is the ideal guide for students, backpackers, flashpackers, and budget-minded travelers who want to reduce their travel costs without sacrificing the quality of their travel. Author James Feess identifies the common travel mistakes that waste valuable time and money. He also shares his proven techniques for ensuring a safe and successful adventure abroad. This guide has in-depth advice for: Estimating your daily budget and the total cost of travel Finding the best price on airfare Planning a logical and efficient itinerary Traveling by plane, train, bus, and automobile Choosing the right backpack, luggage, and travel gear Selecting what to wear and packing light Saving money as you travel Selecting the best hostels and making friends on the road Picking the right rail pass Staying safe and avoiding pickpockets Traveling alone or with friends Using electronics and technology And much more! Make your dream trip to England, France, Germanyor anywhere in Europea reality. Every year thousands of people dream about strapping on a backpack and embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure through Europe, but they are often discouraged by the perceived cost and daunting idea of traveling abroad. This travel resource is the ideal guide for students, backpackers, flashpackers, and budget-minded travelers who want to reduce their travel costs without sacrificing the quality of their travel. It identifies the common travel mistakes that waste valuable time and money, and shows the proper techniques to ensure a safe and successful adventure abroad. This guide has in-depth advice After reading The Savvy Backpackers Guide to Europe on a Budget , youll be able to explore Europe without breaking the bank. Cover; Title Page; Copyright; Table of Contents; Introduction; Chapter One-Planning; Big Picture Itinerary Planning; Additional Itinerary Planning Advice; Estimating Daily Travel Costs; Accommodation Cost Estimate; Food Cost Estimate; Sightseeing and Attractions Cost Estimate; Public Transportation Cost Estimate; Alcohol Cost Estimate; Extras and Unexpected Expenses Estimate; Money Matters; Understanding Currency and Exchange Rates; Withdrawing Money From an ATM; Using Credit Cards in Europe; Alternative Ways to Access Money; Travel Documents; Additional Important Pre-Departure Considerations