What do you need to prepare for traveling to Europe? Where to stay when traveling in Europe?

There are actually many good tourist countries in Europe, and domestic travel to Europe is relatively frequent. Below, the editor will introduce to you some travel tips about Europe. Please pay more attention to them when you go there. Check low-cost airlines (determine key points in the itinerary)

Be sure your itinerary will go to places like Athens, Helsinki, Reykjavik, Oslo, Stockholm, Nice, Cannes, Madrid, and Lisbon , Porto and other places, then go find a cute low-cost airline.

1. First go to www.SkyScanner.net, change the text in the upper right corner of the homepage to Chinese, and change the currency to Euro.

The must-have Chinese website looks comfortable, and the euro is the local settlement currency. You will pay in euros when you finally buy the ticket. If you query in RMB, due to the exchange rate issue on the day, the price you see will not be the same. Too accurate.

Another Wegolo website is now available in Chinese, but the destination is not translated and there is no full-month query function.

2. Click on the calendar to the right of the departure or return date, and then check the left box of the entire month below.

A good feature of this website is to view it by whole month, so you can see the price of coming and going from a certain place to a certain place for the whole month, and then you can choose the lowest price among them. That date is the key point in your travel itinerary (originally, Ryanair and two other airlines were no longer included for a period of time, but today they are all included, so you can use as many as you need).

Note: If you want to see the average air ticket price from a certain place to a certain place every month throughout the year, you can click the whole year button at the bottom of the calendar, and you can also use a map to visualize it directly. Query.

Confirm the distance of the airport, and then confirm whether the time is acceptable to you.

The issue of airport distance: Many low-cost airlines have very far airports, so you must pay attention because the journey takes 2-3 hours. (Let’s travel together on WeChat: TravelTV) You can check the distance of the airport in the Lonely

planet book and search website. There are also methods and times from the city to the airport on the airline website. Hotel Reservation

On the homepage of the European website, there are HRS and BOOKING, the two most important hotel reservation websites, and hostelworld.com, the largest youth hostel and small hotel reservation website.

Hotel booking steps:

The best thing about Booking is that it has a landmark function selection

1. After entering the place name and date, press Query, and a popup will usually pop up A page asks you to choose a city or an airport. Remember to choose the city.

2. In the query category, according to single room price or double room price, all hotels will be sorted for you by price from low to high.

3. Usually I need to access the Internet, so please narrow the search range here on the left, and then select wireless Internet access or Internet service.

4. Go to the left column and click on the landmark or train station under nearby facilities. Usually I choose the train station, because all train stations are in the city center, the subway and bus are definitely there, and they can be easily found on the map.

5. Choose the hotel you want, preferably one that includes breakfast.

6. Credit card guarantee (no money will be deducted, but if you do not cancel the subscription within the specified time, usually 3 days, money will be deducted)

7. Print your Reservation form

Youth hotel reservation steps:

To go to Sweden, Finland, Oslo, Iceland, Copenhagen and other extremely expensive places, you need to use hostelworld.com

1. Click to enter the Chinese page first

2. Click on the country (with Chinese), click on the city (without Chinese)

3. Click on the time, how many nights, and number of people.

4. You can select Euro in the price display mode so that you have an idea of ??the price, because there are many currencies.

5. Select the order of good reviews, and then choose the one close to the train station or with convenient transportation among the above ones.

6. Usually you have to pay 10% of the room rate as a reservation fee, which will be deducted directly from your credit card.

7. Print your reservation form and put it away.

Clothes

Going in winter: It is not necessary to wear a jacket or pants, but it is better to have a fleece sweater and a windproof and rainproof outdoor jacket, preferably with a hat. You can bring fewer pieces of underwear and socks. You can wash them yourself and dry them on the radiator, which is very fast and can be done in one night. (Don’t forget to bring a small piece of soap to wash your clothes)

Going in summer: clothes can be hung everywhere in the room.

It is best to bring a pair of travel shoes, and then go to Spain or France to buy a pair of handmade rain-proof leather shoes. Food

1. Fast food:

McDonald's, KFC, and Burger King are the cheapest fast food, but they are really not delicious. It can be done for less than 10 euros.

2. Local restaurants:

It is generally best to choose a small and medium-sized restaurant where most locals go to eat. Because we are not very good at choosing, choosing a set meal is the most time-saving and time-saving. money. Of course, you still need to know the common words such as roasted, pan-fried, beef, lamb, and soup.

Tip: It is usually not wrong to ask the hotel owner to recommend a local restaurant, otherwise it will be difficult for him to explain.

English menu and picture menu:

Ask for the English menu first. Many menus have pictures so you can know what you choose.

Luxury: In Spain, Portugal, the Czech Republic, Poland, and the Baltic countries, you can order more because they are cheaper.

Be frugal: Northern Europe has the most expensive prices, so save a little and Turkish kebab restaurants are usually the cheapest. There are cheap restaurants and expensive restaurants in France and Germany, it’s up to you to choose.

Meal portions: The portions for foreigners are generally quite large. You generally can’t eat the German set meals, which are huge. The French and Spanish portions were not huge.

Beer: There are at least hundreds of kinds of beer in Europe. When I go to the local area, I will buy it in restaurants and supermarkets and taste it. I just ask the boss what kind of beer the locals drink. Generally, they are cost-effective.

Soup: Comparing soups from other countries to those from China, they are basically inferior, but that doesn’t stop us from trying them.

Food: You can try French foie gras, French snails, pasta, Norwegian salmon, seafood soups from various places, and local soups. Grilled steak, a traditional dish, is the most skillful. If you have enough time, you can also follow the food guides on Lonely and planet to try local food. For French food, if you serve appetizer, first course, second course, third course, dessert, etc. one by one, it will take an hour to eat, but it is expensive.

The hotel opening hours:

Generally, dining is from 6:00-8:00 in the evening. Only Spain and Portugal are open from 14:00-16:00 noon and 20:00-22 pm :00 the door opens, so I went early and didn’t have time to eat.

Drinks: There are too many small cafes with local characteristics. Foreigners like to drink coffee on the street in the sun. Of course, there are also chain coffee and beverage shops like illy, which are generally found on commercial streets. Starbucks is not popular in Europe, but it is available.

3. Bars: Madrid and Amsterdam have the most bars, with more than 1,000. There is a local joke in Amsterdam that if God throws a stone from the sky to Amsterdam, it will definitely hit a bar or restaurant. inside. Many bars in Madrid are open until 6 am. (Let’s travel together on WeChat: TravelTV) The bar is still very busy at 4 o’clock in the evening, because the locals have a 2-hour nap during the day when they go to work. In other places, if you go to the tourist center to get a brochure or a local week introduction, there will be a bar introduction. Generally, the prices of bars are not very expensive. There are none that are 50 times higher than the market price like Xintiandi in Shanghai. They are usually only 2-3 times more expensive. The most expensive beer is only 15 euros for a cup, which is usually 5-10 euros/bottle/cup.

4. Chinese restaurants: There are Chinese restaurants everywhere. If the quantity of Chinese food is small, the price must be more expensive than ordinary restaurants. But if there are many local Chinese restaurants, the prices must be much cheaper than local restaurants. The vicious competition between Chinese people is much more severe than that of foreigners. For example, in Prague, the prices of Chinese restaurants are too cheap because there are so many Chinese restaurants. The price is generally 10-15 euros and you can get a good meal, but the problem is that it usually tastes a little bit different. Moreover, buffets are popular in many Chinese restaurants now, and they only cost about 10 euros. It’s really cheap, and it’s rare to find a good way to satisfy your cravings. But when traveling to Europe, it’s more cost-effective to try more foreign food.

5. Bring your own food: In Europe, food such as hot sauce and Laoganma can only be checked in and cannot be taken on the plane as carry-on luggage. Pickled mustard is not a big problem. Instant noodles are also available in Chinese supermarkets abroad. The price is about 5 euros, which is not cost-effective. Accommodation

1. Hotel

Fee: 30-80 euros is definitely enough, Eastern and Southern Europe 30-50 euros, Western and Northern Europe 60-80 euros.

Single room: If you can afford a hotel, don’t treat yourself badly. It’s best to live in a single room, which is safer after all.

Accessories: You need to bring your own toothbrush and slippers. It is best to bring a pair of cotton slippers in winter and a pair of plastic slippers in summer. It is also a good choice to bring some compressed towels.

Hot water: Many hotels do not have electric kettles, so there is no hot water to drink, so it is a good choice to bring your own electric cup in winter. You can also boil your own eggs and have a late-night snack.

Toilet: Generally, single rooms have a washbasin, but many do not have toilets and bathrooms.

Hair dryer: If you get wet from the heavy rain, or some clothes are not dry, then borrow it and dry it for free.

Buffet breakfast: Meat is the most expensive thing. Foreigners put it in bread. You can be shameless and just eat meat. Eat a full breakfast so you can have a hot dog for lunch. Go and have a good dinner.

2. Youth Hostel

Of course, it is a bit expensive to stay in a hotel in Northern Europe. It is also good to go to a youth hostel to experience it. It is best to choose a room for 4-6 people. No matter how many people there are, it will be difficult at night. Very noisy, affecting rest.

Lock the cabinet: Remember to bring a small padlock so your things can be locked in the cabinet. Or they can be stored in the storage room of the hotel, but many of them don't give labels. They all rely on honesty and take what you have.

Washing machine and dryer: Generally, there are self-service washing machines and dryers in youth hostels. For 2-5 euros, you can definitely wash all your clothes

Electric iron and ironing Board: These two things are generally free.

Pillows and quilts: Youth hostels generally provide quilts and pillows, but quilt covers and pillowcases are rented from you for a fee, and you need to fold them and put them on the bed when you leave. Please remain Chinese. Don't lose your image.

Kitchen: Microwave ovens, induction cookers, knives, bowls, cutlery and forks are provided. Some condiments are available and some are not, and chopsticks are generally not available. All things must be washed and put away after use. Cups are usually provided, but they must be washed and put away.

Bathing: Bring your own towel, soap, shampoo (it is best to buy 50 ml bags in China), and a plastic bag to hang clothes.

Communicate with others and share food: The kitchen and living room of the youth hostel are a good place for young people from all over the world to communicate. You can chat with people there and ask others where they have played locally and what they have. knowledge. If you have something delicious, such as snacks (potato chips, square legs) or beer, you can share it with others. You can also share other people's (of course it is best to exchange it, or ask to taste it), and usually others will give it to you. There is usually free hot water and black tea in the living room. You can drink tea without chatting with others, or you can bring some tea for others to drink. OK

1. PASS, day pass, one-time pass, multiple-time coupon, special case

You have to decide in advance whether to buy a city travel PASS or a 1-3 day subway pass, or Buy a ticket once.

PASS: Generally includes bus fares and museum tickets or discount coupons. For example, PASS in Paris is very cost-effective. It's free to take public transportation, and there are discounts on attractions. You can also get a 10% discount when shopping at Galeries Lafayette, and you will get a free bag when you spend 30 euros or more. You can earn back 100% of your money.

Day pass: If you are sure that you will take the bus many times, then the day pass is the best. You can even take the bus to get around if you have nothing to do. This is what I did in Dresden and Helsinki. There are European metro bus cards that are calculated by day (Madrid) no matter what time it starts and end at 12 o'clock in the evening, and there are also time-based cards (Marseille, Helsinki) that start 12 hours after the start of use. (You can also use the daily bus card for Helsinki Ferry)

One-time ticket: usually you can use the subway and bus at will within 1 hour, starting from the last time the last vehicle is on to the earliest start time, so as long as you get on The last means of transportation is within 1 hour, and no one will care about you if you take another 1 hour to get out, because Europeans generally don’t hold up cards when going out.

Repeat coupons: 10-trip coupons for the Paris Metro, which are relatively affordable.

Special case——German state ticket

Germany’s train state ticket allows you to take city buses for free on the same day. This is a special case.

2. Subway: Big cities generally have subways. The subways in Madrid and Paris are the most developed. They can reach almost every corner of the city and suburbs, and their operating hours are also very long. But there are many times where subway and light rail tickets are not universal, such as in Paris and Frankfurt. The German subway and the Porto subway do not have access control systems, so you need to consciously find a place to check your tickets. There is no access control when going out on the Paris subway, but there is an access control when going out on the light rail and you need to check the ticket. The subway is the safest and most efficient form of transportation, and it's definitely not as crowded as China.

3. Bus: Small and medium-sized cities generally have buses and trams, which are also very convenient. In many places, you cannot buy a ticket on the bus. You must buy it in advance at a tobacconist's shop. If you cannot buy it if you are late, you will not be able to take the bus (such as Warsaw). It’s important to have change ready.

4. Taxi: Taxis are very expensive in Europe, but they are relatively cheap in Madrid. In Paris, a taxi from the city to Charles de Gaulle Airport costs 150 euros, while taking a bus only costs 8 euros. The difference is huge. In some small places such as Tallinn, you can get to the airport by taxi for less than 20 euros. Of course, if you arrive in a city very late and there are no buses, you can only take a taxi, especially for girls.

5. Rent a bicycle: Many cities have bicycle rentals, but the prices are not low.

6. Rent a car: Renting a modern Accent car in Greece only costs 20 euros per day, which is a great deal. You can rent a car at almost all train stations and airports, and it comes with a GPS, which is very convenient if you want to travel by car. You can use it if your driver's license has an English translation.

7. Train: Generally, there are promotions on the railway websites of the country, and the price is very different from the normal price. Train passes are more suitable for long distances, and there are no low-cost airlines between the two places. There is a lot of knowledge about choosing a pass, you can check out the Eurail website. My suggestion is that passes between Western European countries are more valuable, such as Benelux + Germany + France + Denmark, because train tickets between these countries are relatively expensive. But the Benelux is relatively cheap among each other. The good thing is that the Benelux only counts one country, so this 4-country pass is quite cost-effective. Train tickets in Eastern Europe are already cheap and there is no need to buy a pass. The Single Country Pass is suitable for travelers who travel in depth in one country. Therefore, the choice of pass is yours. In addition, don’t forget to fill in the date when you get on the bus or before getting on the bus on the same day, otherwise you will be fined if caught.

Tip: The ticket sales staff at the station are generally very enthusiastic, but you should be aware that the short queue may take half an hour. Tickets between Eastern European countries are generally not available in Western Europe. You can usually swipe your card to buy tickets, but if you take out 500 euros in cash, they probably won't be able to find it.

8. Airplane: Low-cost airlines generally cost 10-100 euros, while ordinary domestic flights cost 300-600 euros. Europe is a paradise for low-cost airlines. It makes no sense not to enjoy the service. Moreover, the planes of low-cost airlines are generally large planes such as Boeing 737, not the small planes we imagined, so feel free to fly.

9. Cruise ship: The route from Sweden to Finland is the most popular. It has casinos, dance halls, duty-free shops, bars, game consoles, everything. It is really a great experience to enjoy a sea view breakfast in the morning. Good experience. Of course there are many between Greece and Italy. Steerage is generally 28-45 euros, and the better cabins on the deck are priced above 80 euros.

10. Speedboat: There are the most speedboats from Tallinn to Helsinki. They are very luxurious and cost 28-50 Euros. They are also divided into first and second class. Go and enjoy one.

11. Bus : Euroline is the largest bus company. It is available in most places and is very convenient. Generally, there are ticket sales points at train stations. There are also many buses from urban areas to suburbs that are generally not very good, so be mentally prepared. Some of them are similar to the old Yellow River buses in China.

12. Cash: You still need to bring some cash, but it is best to bring 80% of it in banknotes of less than 50 euros.

13. Long-term luggage storage: If you have a long time like me, you'd better leave your large luggage with your friends, or in the storage room of the hotel where you often stay in major cities. If you are in Paris, you can also find a Chinese hotel, store it for a long time, and just stay there every time.

14. Recommended things to bring

Toothpaste/toothbrush, bagged shampoo, gel, disposable slippers, cotton slippers, sweatpants, razor, batteries, Flashlights, padlocks, cameras, cameras and chargers, mobile phones and chargers and headphones, computer headsets, conversion sockets, biscuits, Laoganma tempeh, instant noodles, mustard, laundry soap, underwear, European LONGLY, European map, European world Inheritance, pen, wooden comb, certificate of leave from abroad, umbrella, swimming trunks, hat, wet wipes, small pack of tissues, lighter, playing cards, electric cup, address book, scarf, gloves, credit card copy, compressed towel, plastic bag, Compass, sewing kit, dermatitis ointment, band-aid, skin cream, lip balm, and some common medicines