Has a trip around Europe been on your cards for a while now? With so many countries and cultures, it’s a fantastic continent to visit to experience different foods, rituals, religion and languages! Being a lot smaller than the USA, doesn’t mean that it lacks in things to do! Have you ever thought about renting a car with friends or family, to go from one country to the next? This way you get to see all the beautiful scenery up close and go at your own pace. A lot of students decide to do this, once they have finished their studies, however only until recently it can get rather pricey now with the price of petrol.
With cheap airlines, such as Ryanair and Easyjet, makes it possible to “city hop” at affordable prices. However, don’t expect first class travel. It serves the purpose from getting from A to B, if you aren’t fussed with comfort. It is great for the budget traveller, so definitely keep these airlines in mind. If you are on a very strict budget, you will have to look at which days are cheaper to fly on! Usually in the week is a lot more affordable than at the weekend, however it also depends on the time of the year.
Accommodation in Europe is also something to think about when planning your excursion! You might have heard about cheap hostels and couchsurfing, which can be a great idea if you don’t care about comfort or privacy. Why not consider about renting somewhere with friends instead of staying in a hostel? There are furnished apartments in all parts of Berlin, beautiful penthouses in Milan and cosy bed and breakfasts to rent in Scotland at affordable rates. Make sure you check out alternative accommodation like this to ensure that you experience the best out of your trip.
A great place to start your Europe trip is no other than the United Kingdom. Make your way around the island at your own pace to witness the beautiful British countryside. As Ireland is pretty close, catch a flight to Dublin or Belfast once you have finished in Great Britain. From Dublin you will be able to catch connecting flights to the rest of Europe with Ryanair at great prices to suit you and your budget.
