The Savvy Backpacker's Guide to Europe on a Budget [antikvár]

Introduction For many people, the thought of traveling to Europe is intimidating, or at the very least, confusing, it's perfectly normal to feel a little overwhelmed bythewhole planning process. I know felt the exact same way when I was preparing for my first backpacking trip through Europe. I'd never before used public transportation, I spoke only English, I had no concept of hostels, and this trip would be the first time I was truly self-reliant. It did feel daunting at times, but it was also exciting because I knew I was about to have the experience of a lifetime. Every year, Europe enchants millions of visitors with her countless charms while she happily drains their bank accounts. However, savvy travelers know it doesn't require a lot of money to have an incredible journey abroad. In fact, the more money you spend the larger wedge you'll drive between you and the local culture. When you travel on a tight budget, you'll have a more authentic experience because you'll find yourself perusing the same neighborhood markets, shopping at the same grocery stores, and eating at the same restaurants as the locals. Luckily, Europe has plenty of inexpensive places to sleep, the public transportation is amazing, and food can be affordable. The infrastructure for budget travel is already in place— you simply need to learn the travel skills to take full advantage of it. However, if you're not aware of these IX