Fall is in the air, summer vacations are over, so what better time to go to..Europe?! While many may balk at the idea, Fall is actually a great time to see many countries in Europe as the weather is cooler, the crowds are smaller, and prices are lowered. Be warned that many sites close earlier or may not be open, the sun goes down a lot earlier, and you may have some unexpected weather. However, this may be a perfect time to visit if you have the time and money.
Because this isn't peak travel season, many sites are offering Fall travel deals to Europe as noted in the New York Times. The important to budget travel is to approach in advance. When it occurs to family trips, globetrotting, well-deserved holidays and/or going to see new spots we have never been before, the reality of expense and budgeting is often in the back of our heads. Organizing and spending our travel budget correctly is a priority for most families. Curbing expending and charges, while still experiencing your vacation to its fullest, is the key to confirmed accomplishment and fiscal liability. Your pocketbook and family will thank you! The thinking regarding economizing money while journeying is simple: Even if your personal budget is highly small, you can still take a break and enjoy life! Simply put, life is just too short to never step out of the door or leaving the homestead! Also remembering that while traveling, regardless of whether on a budget or not, even the smallest of things can all add op to a huge vacation or travel expenses!. These deals aren't just a savings over summer but they are also a big drop over rates being offered at this time last year. Many of these offers have some great value like 44 percent off hotel rates in Dublin, 30 percent off flights to Madrid (from NYC), and 15 percent off flights to Paris and Rome compared to prices this time last year.
There are so many deals listed that it might be worth your time to see what is out there. You can take a look at the recommended deals in the New York Times article. However, if you are interested in seeing what deals you can find for yourself, I have compiled a list of sites which I have reviewed for you to check out for your airfare, hotel, and vacation package deals (Popular, Aggregator, Discounter, andDecision Maker and Rebel sites). The New York Times article even talks a little about the Part IV of my series on Pros and Cons of travel sites, which will be available soon.
My Fall Trip to Europe
It's easy to push a great deal to some faraway destination because of some travel article you read online. However, two years ago, my wife and I took a 3 week vacation to Spain and Portgual. It was beautiful, the weather was perfect, the crowds were smaller, and we really enjoyed our trip. From Barcelona to Madrid all the way through the south of Spain and into Portugal, we got to explore and see the many sights and museums and get off the beaten path without all the crowds.
We worked hard and did our research, getting some good deals on hotel rooms, staying in some hostels, and making some wise choices with our money. We traveled for 3 weeks and never traveled by car. While public transportation may have a bad reputation for many cities here in the States, it is the absolute best way to travel in Europe. Even flights within Europe make Southwest look expensive. We traveled by train, bus, and plane and had a great time. All the pictures in this article are from our trip to Spain and Portugal. So don't just look for a great vacation package but take the time to look for deals on every aspect of your trip. Tours are great and so are those packages. However, you can save a lot of money on your own if you want to take the time to research. I recommend checking out local hotel websites in the cities you want to go to and see if you can work with them directly to get some deals.
In the next couple of months as the weather turns cold and it's dark, cold, raining, or snowing, I am going to share a journal from my trip to Spain and Portugal to brighten your spirits in the cold winter months. Share in my experiences, mistakes, frustrations, and good times as I share my thoughts, journey, and pictures on my journey through the Iberian peninsula.
Europe, here I come!
So take a look at that budget, find some great deals, and take a trip to Europe (or anywhere for that matter), even if it is just a short trip. I can tell you from my own experiences that is Fall is a great time to travel, filled with wonderful moments at a good price. Check out my series on Pros and Cons of Travel Sites article to find sites to search for your vacation packages! Happy Travels!
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