Synopses & Reviews
You can get to Europe, even travel around it, without help. But without a little pre-trip planning, youandrsquo;ll make mistakes andndash; wasting both time and money. This book wonandrsquo;t tell you where to go, but it will give you the tools to custom design the best possible journey for your time frame and budget. There are some things, such as rail passes, volunteer projects or cooking courses, that need to be booked in advance. This book will explain which things to plan for, which are best done on the fly, and how to do it.andnbsp; It will also help you pack what you need, so you donandrsquo;t end up carrying around items you never use and give budget tricks and skills so you can save andpound;5 - andpound;15 per day with minimal effort (which can add up to andpound;900 on a two-month trip).andnbsp; Essentially, this book contains the sort of information you could probably figure out on your own after about four or five years on the road.andnbsp; Just seems a little easier to get it in an hour or two.
Prepare for the adventure with The Rough Guide First-Time Europe.
Synopsis
If you''re planning a trip to Europe, the Rough Guide to First-Time Europe is an essential pre-departure guide. Packed with invaluable information, this guide makes preparation and planning simple and enjoyable - and saves you money along the way. The Rough Guide contains expert advice on finding the cheapest flights, choosing the best rail pass, planning your itinerary, budgeting and packing wisely. This new edition also contains a full-colour introductory section bringing the sights to life and a full profile on each country. For the inexperienced traveller the guide also offers tips on coping with public transport, language barriers and working in Europe.