Europe String

I have been traveling about for years. I have lived in 6 countries and 3 continents. And since then, I have been posting pictures and stories about what I have seen. Now, it is time to discover what OTHERS are seeing, enjoying and discovering. And yes, I will share them with all of you.
I am not talking about checking out travel or destination sites which everyone already knows about. Instead, I’ll stroll around and look for new treasures.
I want to read about the time you ran out of money. I’d like to pore over your …read more

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As previously mentioned, one of the best things in budget traveling is when you get freebies.  It’s great when you get something and absolutely nothing is expected back from you.
Interestingly, some parties think that using the word FREE would make me (and other people who blog/write about travel) immediately grab whatever it is that they are offering.  The thing is, when something in return (like a good review even if what you are offering is crappy!) is expected then it isn’t free anymore, is it?!
Now if you allow me (us) to talk about the bad things as well then, that …read more

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photo credit: jpost042. 
Since this beautiful Greek island (which is composed mostly of granite) is one of the top International tourist destinations, it is not exactly a budget traveler’s paradise.
An alternative: Stay at one of the islands nearby like Lesvos, Sifnos or Naxos and then just take a day trip to Mykonos.

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GOOD is when you have finally saved up enough for your dream to travel to Europe. Yes, even if it’s on a tight budget.
It’s even BETTER if you do get a great travel deal.
But, if you get a freebie, that is the BEST.
Complimentary… gratis et amore… handout… free…
Whichever way it may be labeled, this will be music to every budget travelers’ ears.
Janet Jackson and Luther Vandross surely got it right when they said that the best things in life are free.
And below are just some of the best of the BEST when it comes to traveling on a shoestring which …read more

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Many people dream about traveling around the world. Many have done it (I am actually one continent shy away from achieving that) but a lot more just have to settle with putting up a couple of flags on their “been there” world map.
Budget travelers probably just have to settle with touring around the country.
Now, if you want bragging rights to having extensively toured around a European country, where do you think you can do it without breaking the bank?
Where else but in… Vatican City! After all it’s the smallest country in the world with only 0.2 square miles. …read more

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The hamam (also spelled as hammam in Arabic) is the steam bath variant in Turkey. It involves relaxing in a room where hot dry air is allowed to continuously flow to allow bathers to perspire freely. If you can take it, you can leave this warm room and head for the hot room where it is, obviously, even hotter.
You can also get a massage and a full body wash. And for a slow transition to the “normal conditions”, you get to relax at the cooling room.
This experience is something that you would not want to miss, should …read more

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And today, we’re going to bike around in Vienna, Austria. Nope, it’s that other country where they do NOT have Kangaroos.
Biking is the fastest and cheapest way to explore the cultural, economic and political center of Austria. Of course, walking is still the cheapest option but if your time is limited and/or you do not have the patience or energy to spend 10-20 minutes walking between every site, biking is your best bet.
Citybike Wien rents out bikes. Before you can rent a bike, you need to register and pay a …read more

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If you want to communicate with the locals but do not have the moolah to learn the language and/or hire a translator, you can start practicing the skills you have learned while playing charades or…
you can buy Picture Talk: Global Communications at Your Fingertips.
“Wherever you are in the world, express your wishes by simply pointing to the relevant pictures. This is the instant translator, with over 500 pictures arranged thematically in eight categories useful for the traveller. There are separate pages for your own sketches, and notes are available at the back of the dictionary.”
Paying 4,94Euros for this book/visual aids …read more

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Barcelona’s Port Olimpic is a marina lined with bars, restaurants and discos. It’s one of the best places where you can find excellent seafood restaurants.
If your budget is limited, though, you may want to keep in mind the following:

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The Copenhagen Opera House is Denmark’s world class venue for opera and ballet. Currently, they are showing Matador, a musical by Peter Langdal and Bent Fabricius-Bjerre.
Interested?
The cheapest ticket costs around 90Dkr (ca. 12Euros).
No time to reserve? You can also head for the Box Office on the day of the performance to purchase one of the 15 standing stalls.
Want better seats without having to pay an arm and a leg? Head for the Box Office after 4pm for half-price tickets on the day of the performance. Matinee tickets (which is also cheaper) are available an hour …read more

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