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Backpacking Europe: Preparing Your Escapade

Backpacking Europe is hands down one of the most popular gap year activities there is. Young people from all around the world flock to Europe due to the good infrastructure for travel and large diversity of cultures within close proximity of each other. Your first step in planning a trip to Europe is purchasing a backpacking Europe guide. Nowadays you can also find lots of information, oftentimes directly from travelers, about travel tips and do's and don'ts.

Author: Gene B. Pineda
Date: Dec 17, 2009 - 7:59:20 AM

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Backpacking Europe is hands down one of the most popular gap year activities there is. Young people from all around the world flock to Europe due to the good infrastructure for travel and large diversity of cultures within close proximity of each other. Your first step in planning a trip to Europe is purchasing a backpacking Europe guide. Nowadays you can also find lots of information, oftentimes directly from travelers, about travel tips and do's and don'ts.

Gear You'll Need for Backpacking Europe

First off, in order to go backpacking in Europe, you'll need to get a good backpack. Don't make the mistake of ordering a backpack online. No matter how great the reviews are for any bag, you'll never know how comfortable a backpack is unless you try it on. Go to an outdoors store where you can have a backpack fitted by a trained employee so you can find a comfortable fit. You will be wearing that backpack hours on end so you need to make sure it is comfortable.

Also make sure to bring clothes and gear appropriate for different kinds of weather, such as travel boots, a rain jacket, warm socks, and flip flops. A pocket knife may also come in handy when you want to buy produce and eat it while on the road. Also make sure to get a money belt so you can keep your money and important documents in a safe place. Europe is famous for having lots of pick-pocketers who often target tourists.

Ways to Prepare for Backpacking Europe

Invest in a phrasebook for different countries in Europe. Knowing even a few phrases will save you a big headache. Also remember to budget well when you plan your trip. Decide what your itinerary will be, plan what the price ranges will be for the hostels you stay in, and map out a tentative route.

By doing so, it will help you decide how much money you need per day for food, accommodations, souvenirs, and any activities you plan on taking part in. $20 per day is doable in Eastern Europe. $40 per day is what you should expect in most areas and around $55 per day is realistic for an expensive city like London.

Backpacking Europe is a popular option for many people young and old because it is an inexpensive way to enjoy a relatively expensive part of the world. In order to make the most out of your trip, it is best to do some planning prior to your departure so you get a good idea of how much money you need to bring in order to do everything you want to do while you are over there.

Now that you are armed with this information, why not try backpacking in Europe? With the right attention to detail, you can have a hassle-free trip that will be one of the greatest adventures of your lifetime.

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