10 things you need to know before heading to Europe for the first time

First, experts advise, be sure to compare the cost of flights to cities in Europe. For example, tickets of low-cost airlines seem cheap only the inexperienced tourist, because, ultimately, the cost is quite expensive. This is because you will be charged for additional services – transportation of excess baggage, seat selection, etc. are Sometimes carriers charge a service fee. Therefore, each time carefully to compare prices on airline tickets to find the really best deal.

Another common mistake of beginners is the desire to embrace all the sights. For once, you can see several dozen museums and other locations can be difficult, even if the tour includes a visit to only one country. Experienced travelers recommend to stop your choice on 1-2 cities to explore them more thoroughly. Sometimes it is necessary to get off the tourist trails.

The following recommendation applies to the railway. Despite offers of cheap flights of low-cost airlines, trains are often the best financially option. In addition, traveling by train, do not have to spend too much time on the searches and to experience discomfort due to insufficient legroom. In addition to Europe along railway branches – always the stunning scenery that can be seen from the window. We also recommend using W/d passes Eurail Pass, which give access to the 31 States and about 40 thousand directions. Useful mobile app Rail Planner to check train schedules, trip planning and ticketing.

Seasoned travelers are also advised to use all available forms of public transport and to check carefully the schedule of work of museums, buying tickets in advance at the most popular ones on the Internet.

And finally, in most European restaurants put on the table basket of bread and bottles of water. Therefore, if the guest will eat at least a piece of bread, for it will have to pay.

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