A part of me wanted to approach this trip with an “anything goes” spirit. I imagined Nic and I skipping around Europe like vagabonds with full backpacks and dirty hair. However, I know myself better than that. For one, “anything” does not go and two, I’m proud of myself for going 24 hours without washing my hair.
A month away is enough time to long for home; to miss my daily routine. Seven countries means a lot of shuffling luggage from place to place. Thirty days abroad involves a lot of planning for my restless mind. I am posting this in hopes that like-minds might realize that as confusing and stressful the planning can be, I expect it to be worth every minute and penny.
How long:
August 28th-September 28th
Where to:
Dublin (8/29-9/2)
London (9/2-6)
Paris (9/6-8)
Amsterdam (9/8-12)
Berlin (9/12-14)
Dresden (9/14-15)
Prague (9/15-19)
Florence (9/19-21)
Rome (9/21-24)
Amalfi Coast (9/24-27)
Accommodation:
Combination of Air B&b’s and Hostels
Transportation:
Flights: United [partially paid using miles via Chase United Explorer card]
Aer Lingus & EasyJet using Google Flights
Eurorail Global Pass for 10 days of travel in 15 days
Amalfi Coast tour: Bus2Alps
The reality of it all is finally setting in, making me a nervous ball of excitement. I don’t want to be so focused on the details that I fail to recognize just how epic this will be. I’m preparing to roll with the punches, but am still considering purchasing travel insurance just in case…
Have fun! That all sounds amazing. Have you used Air B&B before? I’m curious whether you liked it or not.
I’ve used similar services before! But yeah I love the idea and it can be so much cheaper (even than hostels) it just involves more planning/paying ahead.
Ah! I’m so excited for you! You are visiting some of my favorites and places I wish I went. In Paris we found the hop on/off bus tour was worth it and used it as a form of transportation, you cover so much and are able to drive by some places that u didn’t plan to visit but can still snap a picture. Try escargot, it’s different but so good! In berlin we did an awesome 4 hour walking tour that was only like 10€ but sooo much was covered and it was amazing! And Amsterdam!! I loooove Amsterdam! Rent bikes! You’re gonna have plenty of time there and I’m jealous! We had too little! I love my experience in Europe and I could keep going. Please let me know if u want me to haha