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Introduction As far as international holidays are concerned, visiting an East European country can truly be a memorable experience. With its exotic landscapes, Europe is a heavenly abode for vacation seekers. So prepare yourself, for an economical Europe tour. Planning With a limited budget, planning should essentially be the first step before deciding to go holidaying in Eastern Europe. The countries you plan to visit, your mode of transit, finding discounted deals on hotels and airlines, can help you keep within your budget. Staying at a friend’s or a relative’s place can also help in saving money. If not, camping is another option. Using public transports is not always economical, as it varies from country to country, in terms of price, convenience and quality. Also, knowing the quickest ways of getting around Eastern Europe can be beneficial. Holiday Destinations With the increase in tourism activities, countries like Prague, Romania and Budapest have become expensive vacation destinations. Prague is now considered the new Paris of Eastern Europe, especially with the recent surge in tourist activities and high prices for lodgings. Vacationers going on international holidays, make it a point to visit these places because of the exotic locales, as well as the cultural appeal. Countries such as Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary or Slovakia, are comparatively cheaper when it comes to travelling and staying. Not to mention, you get to experience nature, the best Mediterranean food, history and variety of cultures and people history, nature, diverse cultures, diverse beaches, activities, extreme sports and Mediterranean food. Bucharest is also a popular location for the low-budget traveller. The country is not a top holiday destination, but it has some of the best hostels, with rooms available at competitive prices. The Budget Approach There are a number of ways to ensure that your Europe tour is fun and economical at the same time. As far as accommodation is concerned, it would be less expensive to stay in hotels or hostels that are outside the city. In Eastern Europe, several attractions and places offer discounts to students. If you happen to be a student, ensure that your student ID is with you at all times. Tourist spots can be utilised for the purpose of sight-seeing or spending time. However, it’s best to avoid these places when it comes to dining and shopping as it will be more expensive here compared to other areas. Consider purchasing food items from grocery stores, which can be stashed away in your room. The advantage of this is that you spend less money dining outside in restaurants, by dinning in your room. Last but not least, plan your international holidays during the off-season. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________
Noshir Lavangia has been working in the travel industry since the last 15 years. A travel buff, he knows exactly how to ferret out last minute deals on International holidays. Noshir advises Cox & Kings on developing customised Europe Tour.
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