Europe String

The was a time when taking cruises was never an option for budget travellers. All that has changed when easyGroup announced their newest venture, easyCruise. Just like easyJet, another easyGroup stake, budget is the name of the game.
A trip could cost as little as US$50/night. Of course, just like the budget airline, one should not expect to be pampered and to cruise in luxury. No stewards dressed ala penguin will be there to answer every passenger’s request; food and drinks are not included; and, most cabins are window-less and offer basic amenities. Oh yea, almost everything …read more

Comments Off

It’s summer. Time when most European cities are filled with tourists. Not only would booking be horrendous, the prices would equally shock you.
So, if you are considering a trip to this part of the world, wait a while. Put it off until Autumn – when prices fall and tourists have already gone back home.

Comments Off

I know, I know… I am supposed to blog about Budget Travel in Europe. So, that means budget/no-frills airline and all the other cheap means of transportation. However,I cannot resist.
I found this great article on USA Today: Top five ways to fly first class for less!
Surely worth checking out!

Comments Off

There are lots of things that you can do in Milan. Peruse these pages to get an idea of what you can do and see while in the Fashion Capital of the World.

However, for those would want to know–first hand–the town a little better, I have 3 budget options for you.

GOOD OPTION
Hop on the Tram Turistico, a restored tramcar, and tour around Milan. It costs around 20Euro for a tour that takes about an hour and a half. Travellers are provided a headset on board, available in several languages. The tram route includes going past the Duomo, …read more

1 Comment

If you find yourself in Frankfurt, Germany on a weekend or a holiday, take the Ebbelwei Express, a colorful historic tram that chugs around Frankfurt’s famous attractions. See the sites of Frankfurt as you sip the local Ebbelwei (Apple Wine) and as you listen to traditional music. Truly, an experience worth having for only 5€ for adults and 2.50€ for kids up to 14 years of age.
For more details, check out http://www.stoeffche.de/express.

1 Comment

Discover some of the best that Paris has to offer without having to spend a lot.

DISCOUNT
If you pay 18€, 36€ or 54€ (1, 3 and 5 days, respectively), you can get a Paris Museum Pass. With the museum pass, there’s no admission charge, no waiting in lines and no limit to the number of times you can visit more than 70 museums and monuments in Paris and in the Paris region. Check out the details here.
BETTER THAN DISCOUNT…
If you visit the Louvre, Pompidou Center or Musèe d’Orsay on the first Sunday of every month, you can get in for …read more

2 Comments

For those who plan to see a lot and save some money…
“City cards offer travellers free admission or discounts to museums and attractions, as well as restaurants, shops and on public transportation. City cards are available for 38 major European destinations in 22 countries.”
check it out here.

4 Comments

“With the TEE family card, children up to 16 years travel free on an international trip. The adult(s) must have a ticket for a journey which crosses at least one of the borders between the three participating countries, and the child has to be accompanied by at least one parent or grandparent (The ticket is not valid for travel with any other relative or friend).”

Comments Off

Prague, the “Jewel in the Crown” of Central Europe, is invaded by thousands of tourists every year. With the steady influx of tourists, the prices in this capital of the Czech Republic has risen. However, it is still cheaper compared to all the other Metropolitan cities of Europe.

What to see:
The Old Town (Stare Mesto) is, like most city centers, filled with commercial establishments. Landmarks include the 500-year old Astronomical Clock (with figures of the apostles popping in and out at each hour), the Old Town Hall and the Church of St. Nicholas. Metro stop: Staromestska.
The Charles Bridge …read more

Comments Off

Have you ever found your self unable to find cheap air fares?
Have you forgotten to book that rail pass from your home country?
Or, maybe, you have all the time in the world and you simply want to enjoy the view as you travel around Europe.
Well, here’s yet another option for those who are on a budget and those who simply prefer going around by car–without having to rent one… SHARE A CAR!

toshare.org
“TO SHARE is a new free resource that specialises in sharing car journeys .
It’s a powerful search engine that includes over 850,000 locations on over 70 countries on …read more

1 Comment