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Churches and Sights in Paris and the Surrounding Region (Including Versailles) Hi there and welcome, fellow Cheapo! We launched EuroCheapo.com in 2001 with the goal of making travel through Europe affordable and memorable. In the years since, our editors have visited thousands of hotels, taken innumerable train trips, spent nights in airports, run out of gas in rental cars, and eaten our fair share of currywurst. During this time, weʼve picked up money-saving tips of all shapes and sizes -- lessons occasionally learned the hard way. The list that follows is a compilation of some of our best tricks to help you save on the big ticket essentials (airfare, car rental, train tickets and hotel rooms) and help lower your budget in five of Europeʼs priciest cities. We hope these tips will help you experience more while spending less. And thanks for using EuroCheapo.com! About these tips: The travel information contained in this booklet was written by the editors and correspondents of EuroCheapo.com. For more detailed information about these subjects, consult the URLs at the end of each section. All information contained herein is © 2012 by Over There Interactive, Inc. All Rights Reserved. First the essentials: Before you hop on that flight, hereʼs a list of planning tips that are sure to help you get off on the right foot. From understanding bank charges and accessing money on the road, to calling to say “hi” to mom for less, these simple steps will help stretch your trip budget. Tip #1: Tell your bank about your trip. Call your bank and credit card companies to tell them that youʼll be traveling abroad. This is important for them to know, as foreign charges and ATM withdrawals may signal an internal “red-flag” and could result in your account being frozen. Thatʼs really not something you want to deal with from, say, the cobblestoned streets of Florence. Tip #2: Know if your bank charges a foreign ATM withdrawal fee. Also, do they charge a percentage of the withdrawal? Both? This will vary widely among banks, however many banks charge $1.50 to $5 per withdrawal AND some add a foreign transaction fee of 1-3%. However, some banks will only charge a flat fee and others may only charge a percentage. Know before you go. Tip #3: Know if your bank charges a foreign transaction fee for debit card charges. Just as ATM fees vary widely, debit card charges are all over the place. For the most part, however, the bank will assess a foreign transaction fee, and most hover around 3%. In some cases, itʼs slightly less. Weʼve also heard of banks charging both a foreign transaction percentage AND a flat-fee for debit charges. Tip #4: Know if your credit card charges a foreign transaction fee. For most credit cards, the answer will be yes. Itʼs often around 3%, but, like everything else, it varies from card to card. Notably, the Capital One credit card does not charge any foreign transaction fees for purchases abroad, which has made it quite popular with travelers. Also, if you have multiple credit cards, chances are theyʼll charge differently - use the one with the lower rates, Cheapos! Tip #5: What does your credit card charge for cash advances? Most cards will charge a percentage of the cash advance, plus any other fees that your card would normally charge for an advance. Some banks also set a minimum cash advance fee. Know your credit cardʼs policy before you make that withdrawal! Tip #6: Pack lightly. Most transatlantic airlines allow one checked bag for free, but have introduced ridiculous fees for checking a second, third or overweight bag. For flights from the US to Europe, these fees can be as high as $200 per bag. One way. (Ouch.) Tip #7: Be careful when using American iPhones in Europe. Americans heading to Europe should be careful before powering up their iPhones abroad. AT&T and other carriers offer various data plans for European travel, and almost all of them are too expensive to be a serious option for budget travelers. The easiest tip: Switch your settings to “Airplane mode” and turn on your Wi-Fi. Youʼll only be able to access email when you have a Wi-Fi connection, but free connections are increasingly easy to find. Which brings us to... Tip #8: Nab free Wi-Fi at McDonaldʼs. Many McDonaldʼs (and other large fast food restaurants) throughout Europe offer free Wi-Fi. If you have a smartphone, head to one to use their free Wi-Fi, check your emails and make Skype calls back home. If you can “bundle” your calls into one or two sneaky McDonaldʼs visits each week, youʼll save a bundle on international phone charges. Additional information: • ATMs, Debit cards, and questions for your bank: http://www.eurocheapo.com/blog/atms-debit-cards-credit-cards- fees-in-europe-questions-for-your-bank.html • iPhones in Europe: http://www.eurocheapo.com/blog/using-an- american-iphone-in-europe…-without-going-broke.html Havenʼt bought your tickets yet? No problem. We have plenty of suggestions for snagging great deals on flights, knowing when it is (and isnʼt) worth it to rent a car, saving money on transportation around cities, and making the most of train travel. All aboard! Tip #9: Set up airfare alerts. Havenʼt booked your airline tickets yet? Set up airfare alerts to be notified of flight deals on Web sites like Kayak.com and Airfarewatchdog.com. Tip #10: Know when to snag international airfare deals. According to a recent study by the airline experts at Kayak.com, booking 34 days prior to departure is approximately 4% cheaper than booking six months in advance. Tip #11: Take public transportation to and from the airport. Every one of the major European cities we cover on EuroCheapo offers public transportation from the airport to the center of town, and the majority offer both train and bus options. For more information about these, check out the “Getting In” articles in each of our city guides. Tip #12: Think twice before booking a rail pass. Itʼs easy to forget that European rail passes purchased outside of Europe, such as the Eurailpass, are not always a good deal. Sure, they offer some convenience and peace of mind, but they often donʼt save you money over simply buying individual point-to-point rail tickets (like the millions of Europeans who take trains daily). The exception here is if you plan to fill your trip with numerous long- distance trips by train. Plot it out and compare the prices. Tip #13: Book major train tickets in advance. We recommend booking long-distance train tickets in advance, directly with the European railways themselves, like the SNCF (France), Deutsche Bahn (Germany), Trenitalia (Italy) and Renfe (Spain). For long-distance train travel, ticket prices climb as the travel date approaches, so advance booking is essential to getting a deal. Furthermore, most of these railways offer discounted “saver” tickets that sell out quickly. Tip #14: Know the real cost of renting a car. How much will that rental car really cost you? When you do a quick rental car search online, the rates you see will most likely not include taxes or insurance, and certainly wonʼt include the price of gas or the tolls that youʼll pay on major highways. And what about parking? Add it all up in advance to know what the total cost will likely be. Tip #15: When traveling within Europe, know whether it makes more sense to fly or take a train. Decide carefully between flying and taking the train around Europe. Calculate the real travel time of the trip, adding in time to and from the airport and time for security. Also add up the real cost of the flight, including baggage fees and transportation to the airport. And most importantly, if the cost and time is equal, which way do you prefer to travel? Tip #16: Also consider taking the “slow train.” When booking train tickets, think outside the high-speed rail network. Every journey deserves time, and in our recent meanderings by rail around Europe weʼve made some engaging slow diversions, favoring rural branch lines that really tap into the spirit of local landscapes. Plus, slowing it down is a great way to also spend less. Additional information: • Saving on airfare, rail passes and more. http://www.eurocheapo.com/blog/cheapo-basics-10-ways-to- save-on-the-big-items-in-your-travel-budget.html • Considerations before booking rail tickets: http://www.eurocheapo.com/blog/european-train-travel-some- important-considerations-before-booking-train-tickets.html • Read this before you buy European rail passes: http://www.eurocheapo.com/blog/what-kind-of-rail-pass.html • Calculating the “real cost” of renting a car in Europe: http://www.eurocheapo.com/blog/renting-a-car-how-to- calculate-the-real-cost-of-car-rentals-in-europe.html Whether youʼre planning to travel for two days or 20 days, where you stay can have a big impact on both your budget and your trip experience. Here are some tips for booking the right hotels for your trip. Tip #17: Think about location before price. We often hear from travelers who book the cheapest hotel they can find, only to realize itʼs located far outside the center, and isnʼt easily accessible to areas they want to visit. This can cause an undue expenditure of both time and money, but fortunately it can be avoided with advance planning. Consider paying just a bit more for something more central or closer to public transportation. Tip #18: Be flexible with your travel schedule.
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