First Time Travel to Europe - Your Six Month Planning Guide

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First Time Travel to Europe - Your Six Month Planning Guide

So, you've decided that you want to travel to Europe within the next
year. Fantastic! Your trip is sure to be an exciting learning
experience. This article will discuss the key plans you'll need to
make before traveling to Europe, starting from six months outwards.

Traveling to Europe - Six Months Before You Go

It goes without saying that at this stage of the game that you'll
need to pick where you plan on traveling within Europe. Pick up travel
brochures, talk to a travel agent specializing in European
destinations, speak with friends, and read magazines on the subject.

If the European destination you've chosen to travel to speaks another
language that you aren't familiar with, why not start learning the
basics of the language? Grab a book, take a course, or ask a friend
familiar with the language and customs to help you out.

Also, you should think about picking up a European travel guide, such
as Fodor's or the Lonely Planet. Highlight the areas and attractions
you'd like to visit.

Traveling to Europe - 3-4 Months Before You Go

Your European travel destination is getting closer. Are you excited
yet? Now is the time to start with the practical planning aspects of
your trip. Get a passport now, if you don't have one already. Shop
around for airline tickets, and places to stay. If the locale you've
chosen has a different climate than what you are used to, look for
clothing to take along with you - and don't forget a good pair of
walking shoes!

Are there any special festivals, activities or events that will occur
while you are traveling to Europe? If so, you'll need to book now.
The larger the event, the more time in advance you'll want to make
reservations.

Traveling to Europe - 6 Weeks Before You Go

Departure day is inching closer, and there is still a lot to
accomplish. If you haven't already booked a hotel for your stay, do
so now. Have you figured out how you plan on getting around yet in your
country of choice? Car rentals, rail passes, and bus trips all require
advance planning, so research these options, and make your reservations
around this time, too. Finally, don't forget your travelers
insurance, and health check up. If you'll require immunizations or
medications to take with you while traveling to Europe, having this all
on hand well before your flight is critical.

Traveling to Europe - Four Weeks Before You Go

It's crunch time, are you ready to travel to Europe? You are if you
have luggage that will make the trip, cameras with adequate film, the
right currency in your pocket, gear to keep your valuables safe, an
electrical converter (if required, think about your shaver and curling
iron), maps of the area you are visiting, and have contacted your local
Embassy to check of any current dangers in the area.

Traveling to Europe - Last Minute Plans

Europe, here you come! Anything that hasn't been done now, probably
just won't get done. Just make sure that you have photocopies of your
passport and credit cards available at all times. Now, go have fun
traveling to Europe!