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    Tips In Backpacking Europe

    Travel light.

    The first rule is always to travel light. You are not backpacking in the wilderness or far out mountains in this case – so you need not pack much. What you need can be found in places you will be at. Limit the number of things you take so you won’t have to carry unnecessary weight.

    Though there may be campgrounds in the different places in Europe, you can also plan to stay in hostels or hotels – the more reason you should pack light.

    Campgrounds may be a good way for you to be in open air and seeing more of the action first hand. You will see lots of backpackers like you, enjoying their time and having the grand time of their lives. You may want to plan ahead and visit campingeurope.com for your reference.

    In choosing the latter option would require though that you book in advance since you will not be the only traveler or backpacker on that time. Especially if the hostel you want to stay at is one that is known to be of good service and amenities, you are surely to find lots of competition for it. Check out hostelseurope.com for more information.

    Plan an itinerary.

    It is always ideal to have a grand plan for your backpacking destinations. While some would encourage spontaneity – by making decisions on the move – this is not totally recommended especially if you are new to backpacking, more so when new in Europe.

    Having a plan would work best in guiding you on what you are scheduled to do in that particular time. This is pretty much applicable if you want to minimize having to shell out for unplanned expenses as you move along the way.

    When to go

    Summer is usually the best time to go backpacking & traveling in Europe. The weather is perfect and everything is open. Museums will usually have shortened hours on other times of the year. Also, hostels and tourist sites may continually be flooded with many people creating some inconvenience in your part. But hey, it is all part of the experience.

    All about costs.

    Prepare your ATMs and always try to pay by these – as you should be able to use your cash wisely. There are some places after all that only accepts cash.

    Your expenses and cost will all depend on where you plan to stay and how long you plan to be there. If you have enough cash, this would not be a major consideration then – and you can very well take your time in one place and enjoy it as much as you can.

    Prepare the needed travel documents.

    Be sure to know in advance whether passports, visas or any other documents are necessary for the places in Europe you will be visiting. By doing so, you are ensured of a smooth backpacking activity, without fear of unnecessary being stopped and checked upon.

    Eurail and Europasses.

    Eurail are train passes for those not a citizen of Europe. Inter-Rail are for those who are citizens of Europe or for those who have proof that they have been residents of a European country for more than six months. Europasses are cheaper than
    Eurail but covers less ground.

    It is best to travel by night, as you would want your daytime to be for sightseeing the beautiful things the cities have to offer.

    Backpacking Safely.

    You should always consider your safety first as you backpack your way in Europe. The people here are friendly and the place is generally safe, yet like all other places – it has its rough spots. So, we do well by just avoiding them. Use your common sense and be wary of dangerous corners and places.

    Use your time well.

    Do not try to overdo yourself. As much as you would want to see all the things a country or a place has to offer, you must distribute your time well. Some opt for two weeks at a particular location, with a minimum of one week, and then move on. You can always schedule another backpacking adventure the next time around.

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