Smart travel planning

Budgeting & Planning Your European Adventure

Travel smarter and save more—start by booking flights, accommodation, and your favorite tours early. Check safety, secure travel insurance, and get clear on your must-dos. Whether it’s Lisbon, Paris, Vienna, or Athens, this guide offers easy steps for every traveler, with LGBTQ+ friendly, safe, and affordable options throughout.

What’s Inside This Guide?

Quick steps: plan your route (Rome2rio), book your bed (Expedia.com, Booking.com, Hostelworld.com), and secure your flight or train (Omio). Track your spending with XE Currency. Every tip is tested—expect price breakdowns, booking hacks, and clear, structured advice for every stop, from London to Lisbon, Vienna to Rome.

Real Savings Example

On our last trip, booking early saved us 30% on travel and 40% on meals. We used online discounts for museums and picked street food over pricey restaurants. These tricks mean more cash for what matters—whether you’re in Amsterdam, Paris, Berlin, or Milan.

Take Control of Your Trip

Plan, and you control your budget—not the other way around. Use these tips to avoid tourist traps, find deals, and focus your money on what matters most. Destinations like Portugal, Germany, Slovenia, or Greece are all within reach—travel smarter and save more.

Adjust As You Go

Costs change city by city. Paris or Amsterdam might require a higher budget for beds and meals, while places like Ljubljana or many Eastern European cities let you save even more. Shift your budget as needed and keep your travel stress-free.

Ready to travel smarter and save more? Dive into the guides below and start planning your European trip—Rome, Madrid, Budapest, and Barcelona are just a click away.