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European Travel Skills with Cameron Hewitt

Rick Steves' Europe
Rick Steves' Europe
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👁️ 175K views📅 13 years ago⏱️ 2:07:47
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm about to take off in one week one week from tomorrow and I'll be traveling for six weeks

Pack Light pack as light as you possibly can

Europe is a very safe and welcoming place still to travel

Use Rick Steve's guide book or do some exploring on your own find these back doors

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Pack light and do laundry often
✓Use guide books to avoid lines and plan ahead
✓Stay in family-run hotels or B&Bs for better value
✓Picnic to save money and experience local food
✓Wear a money belt for security

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Worry about language barriers — Europeans are comfortable with English; use logical thinking to understand signs
Fear of pickpockets and petty crime — Use a money belt and keep wits about you in crowded tourist areas

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to travel smoothly and affordably through Europe
QWhat are the best ways to plan a European trip
QHow to avoid tourist traps and find authentic experiences
QWhat are the pros and cons of different travel styles like tours, cruises, or independent travel

Port Highlights

Livorno (Florence)3 Happy Bacon
Top: Independent travel to Florence
Florence (Livorno)2 Happy Bacon
Top: Independent exploration
Tallinn, Estonia2½ Happy Bacon
Top: Old town exploration
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YouTube Video Description↓

Cameron Hewitt, co-author of Rick Steves' Eastern Europe guidebook, shares his expertise on how to travel smoothly and affordably through Europe. You'll learn practical tips for planning your trip, getting around, finding accommodations, staying safe, packing right, and more. Subscribe at http://goo.gl/8iBEnS for weekly updates on more European destinations. For more travel information, visit http://www.ricksteves.com.