Travel Essentials

This is usually the section where all the other guys list the usual suggestions about how many socks to pack, the wonders of wearing Smartwool, and the latest in money…

I’ll cut to the chase: overpacking, trying to see too much too quickly, over-reliance on your guidebook, deciding to travel along with too many people, not taking enough photos, and/or…

  How do I say cheers in the various European languages?   Language     Phrase     Pronunciation   French Sante! Or A Votre Sante! Sahntay or aah vohtray…

So this is up for considerably debate and it could be argued it depends on your individual learning styles and preferences. Basically, everyone is a little differently right? When comparing,…

Above all else, do behave and try to make your mother proud.  Whether you realize it or not, you are an ambassador for your country. As the Aussies say, don’t…

The European star system is a general rating system used to simplify quality standards and hotel services. There is no Europe-wide system recognized officially like in other countries, but usually,…

It’s true they are, but generally if dialing international including within the EU, make sure the country code is complete (i.e. 0044 the prefix for England). If your calling Europe…

‘112’ is the emergency phone number and can be dialed anywhere in continental Europe (no matter where you are). It is important to immediately specify your native language immediately (i.e.…

This is another really tough question that depends on who you're traveling with, your budget, your desired itinerary, and your length of stay to name just a few factors. That…

Only you can really answer this tough question. On one hand, accommodation is by far the easiest way to save big money and cut major corners in your budget. On…

Wait...what? You actually want to send a postcard as they still make cool souvenirs when you get back home? Yes, for many it's still a cool novelty worth the extra…

The standard across Europe is 220Volt-50 Hertz system with a rounded 2 pin plug. The notable exception is the United Kingdom and Ireland which use the same voltage but have…