Most vacationers dream of taking a trip through Europe. Each European nation has beautiful countryside and bustling cities, making it one of the most beautiful and historic continents on earth.
For that reason, we decided to craft this blog where we will provide 5 useful tips on how to save money on short trips. Let’s dive in.
Book a Low-cost Flight
Low-cost airlines are a cheap and efficient way of traveling. If you are planning on booking a flight to some European countries, think about booking a flight with the next airline companies:
- Wizzair
- Ryanair
- EasyJet
- Norwegian
Think about planning in advance. Once you decide where you want to go, book the tickets as soon as possible. This is a good way to save money because the closer the booking date is to the day of departure, the more expensive the price.
For instance, Ryanair has incredible offers for flights to Ireland. There you can visit places like breathtaking historical landmarks in Dublin or visit the popular pubs in Galway.
Additional tip – pack light
Whichever airline you choose, remember to pack light. Low-cost companies charge extra for checked baggage and it can cost you an additional $20 or more.
Choose Autumn and Spring for Travelling
Avoid traveling in the summer. Autumn and spring are much more budget-friendly than traveling in high-season such as summer and winter. This is because summer, mostly from July to August, and the winter months, mainly December are the busiest tourism seasons in Europe.
Prices are usually higher than during other times of the year, and most sites have a large population and lengthy lineups. This is why we recommend traveling to Europe between April and May, or between September and November.
These spring months are incredible for many reasons. Among fantastic landscapes, there are also the most beautiful wedding destinations where you can take awe-inspiring photos and use the best wedding hashtags.
Take Free Walking Tours
Most major European cities offer free walking tours, so take advantage of them. When participating, you must appear on schedule and pay attention to the tour guide saying and follow their instructions.
Even though the trip is free, it’s a polite gesture to give the guide a few bucks. After all, it’s much less expensive than hiring a paid tour guide or taking a day trip. Our recommendation is that before you go out and explore the city, be sure to find free walking guides on Google by searching “Free Walking Tour + City Name.”
Having said that, you may also find great paid group tour opportunities that would walk you through some of the most relevant and unique points of the city you are visiting. Make sure to Google them too!
Consider Daily Passes
A daily pass is an excellent method to save money when touring Europe. The daily pass typically includes public transit and admission to most attractions for one to three days, based on the buy.
For example, in Rome, you can use the Roma ticket to gain unrestricted access to the city’s public transportation, free museum admission, and avoid the queue to the Colosseum.
Avoid Costly Diners
Off the major routes, you can typically find much better bargains. Ask the locals where they dine and which places they recommend, and you’ll save a lot of money while eating delicious food.
In big cities like Barcelona or Paris, eating cheap is the same price as eating luxury food in smaller capitals like Maribor in Slovenia. Also, we recommend trying out the local street food. Street food is often much cheaper than restaurant meals, and you can find delicious snacks and food at local markets and food stands.
When it comes to drinking at bars, you will find many establishments have happy hours. So, make sure you look around the local area to find out the times of happy hours at different places so that you can save some cash.
Plus, many establishments are now following innovative happy hour suggestions to make their happy hours fun and unique, so you could find a happy hour unlike any you have ever experienced before!
Wrapping Up
If you love traveling and if you are not planning on spending an entire fortune on your micro-cation to Europe, keep these useful tips in mind on how to save money on short trips. Bear in mind to always book your flight ahead, choose the non-popular months, consider daily passes, and always try on street food for the best travel experience.
