What’s for breakfast, lunch and dinner in Barcelona? (Not to mention tapas…) While we’ve gone on and on in other posts about recommended cheap eats, great lunch spots, and tips for saving on dining in Barcelona, sometimes a picture or two says it all. Here’s some photo inspiration of tasty bites and spots to dine » Read more
Skip the gourmet meals and line up with the rest of the youngsters for street food. Photo: Steve McDonald
For students, the benefits of studying abroad are obvious: adventure, the opportunity to travel, and the chance to appreciate a new culture and (hopefully) a new language. For parents of students, the benefit is even more obvious: It’s the perfect excuse for a vacation! As more than 250,000 American college students study abroad each year » Read more
Follow EuroCheapo to simple ways to save on the most expensive parts of traveling to Europe.
Lately I’ve received quite a flurry of emails from friends seeking advice as they prepare to head from the US to Europe for the first time in several years. As it turns out, they’re not alone. According to several industry surveys, more Americans are planning to visit Europe in 2013 than in previous years. So » Read more
Don't forget there's now a surcharge on MetroCard purchases. Photo: Suzanne Russo
Last week, a (not so) funny thing happened on the way to work. When I went to renew my 30-day MetroCard, the usual $104 fare had gone up to $112, as part of the subway and bus fare increases that went into effect on March 3, 2013. Many “straphangers” are incensed about yet another fare » Read more
A well-stocked Vélib' station in Paris. Photos by EuroCheapo.com
The Parisian Vélib’ program is still the standard for bike share programs worldwide (or at least we like to think). Fortunately for visitors, the service has become simpler than ever. Those without a puce, or microchip in their card, were once out of luck when trying to take a bike from a stand. But over » Read more
Andy Steves leading a Weekend Student Adventures tour in Rome.
In today’s edition of our “Cheapo Questions” interview series, we’re talking to Andy Steves, founder of Weekend Student Adventures (WSA). Since 2010, WSA has hosted student-friendly weekend excursions all over Europe for travelers both young and young-at-heart. We had plenty to ask Andy about what makes Weekend Student Adventures special, as well as his own » Read more
Thomas Cook's European Rail Timetables through the ages.
“Hey, come on,” said our neighbor as we sat in spring sunshine, exclaiming in mild delight at the timetable that had just been delivered by the Berlin postie. “Look,” he said, “it is just a train timetable.” One book: 140 years of travel history But the March 2013 issue of the “Thomas Cook European Rail » Read more
Cruise central London on the cheap on the Thames Clipper service, with tickets from £4. Photo: Kenjonbro
It’s easy to feel that your money is getting eaten away in London, but it is possible to have fun on a tenner. Here are my Top 10 Things to do in London on £10. 1. Ride the RV1 or number 11 bus From £1.40 For as little as £2.40 (or £1.40 with an Oyster » Read more
What are you going to do when the buses don't run? Photo: Linssimato
Public transportation strikes are extremely common in Rome (there was one just a fortnight ago). They usually get called with a couple of days notice and have the potential to disrupt even the most carefully laid travel plans. But you can avoid the headaches of “scioperi” (strikes) by keeping an eye out for upcoming strikes » Read more
Enjoy late-night Ukrainian comfort food at Veselka in the East Village. Photo: Marc Flores
Let’s face it: Keeping it cheap in New York City can be a real challenge for many visitors. With so many neighborhoods to navigate, unlimited dining options, and shops open day and night, it can be overwhelming. That’s why we’re happy to introduce a new series: EuroCheapo’s Budget Neighborhood Guides to New York, starting with » Read more
Ouigo, France's new low-cost high-speed rail service, is offering tickets for just €10. (All images from Ouigo.com)
Well, it has finally happened. The SNCF, France’s national railway monopoly, is launching a new low-cost rail service christened “Ouigo” that will begin service on April 2, 2013. Ultra-cheap introductory tickets are now officially available through the Ouigo website. At just €10 (ten, dix, diez, X – just to be clear, it’s not a typo!) » Read more
Save by sticking to the "Menu del Dia" offered at most restaurants in Barcelona. Photo: Papalars
Since 2008, some aspects of life in Barcelona have become more affordable. Renting an apartment, for example, is much cheaper now than it was when I arrived in 2005. Basics though, like coffee and wine (those are staples, right?) are pretty much the same price as always, and perhaps more expensive these days thanks to » Read more
Zakopane's train station in deep winter. Photo © hidden europe
Is it not curious how some small communities have so powerfully shaped the European imagination? Sometimes it is merely one treaty or a single military encounter that propels a place to continent-wide recognition. Yalta, Solferino and Austerlitz are all good examples (though many of us might be hard-pushed to pinpoint these spots on a modern » Read more
Head to the Van Gogh museum early to avoid the crowds. Photo: Olivier Bruchez
The Netherlands is one of the most densely populated countries in the world. Almost 17 million people live in an area about the size of the Maryland, and Amsterdam has a constant “pile up” atmosphere. Mass crowds and long lines are regular features of the most touristy spots, so here are some tips to avoid » Read more
Enjoy a retro tea service at Soho's Secret Tea Room. Photo: Chantoozie
With another spate of icy weather on the way, Londoners and visitors alike will be planning their retreats from the cold. And what better way to pass the time than sipping on a steaming cup of tea and tucking into a delicious sugary treat? It certainly takes the edge off the chill. Go easy on » Read more
Ostpaket sells East German goods for those with a case of "Ostalgie." Photo: Ostpaket
The television tower, or Fernsehturm, at Berlin’s Alexanderplatz was one of the proud symbols of the former East Germany. Then it is perhaps fitting that its shadow falls upon a store specializing in products from the GDR. Ostpaket, located across Karl-Liebknecht-Strasse from the train station in the Berlin-Carré shopping center, sells a combination of popular » Read more
Follow these tips to save on dining in Amsterdam. Photo: Dutchgrub
Culturally, going out to eat in Holland is always due to a special occasion and isn’t simply an every day activity. That means that dining in Amsterdam can be pricey compared to North America’s restaurant culture. Here are five ways to still eat out in Amsterdam without getting caught in pricey pancake pad, or worse, » Read more
Cruise ship luxury with P&O. Photo © hidden europe
There’s a wonderful poem by John Masefield — called “Cargoes” — which captures the appeal of travel by boat. It recalls quinqueremes from Nineveh, stately Spanish galleons and dirty British coasters. The chances are that your European itinerary does not involve travel by quinqueremes, galleons or coasters. But do make time for a boat journey » Read more
Matt Kepnes, author of "How to Travel the World on $50 a Day."
Last week we had a fun afternoon visit from our friend Matt Kepnes, creator of the popular budget travel site NomadicMatt.com. Matt stopped by to talk about his new book, “How to Travel the World on $50 a Day”, which is published by Penguin and hits bookstores this week. Obviously, our Cheapo interest was piqued by » Read more
Charming Market Square in Bruges. Photo: Tracey Hind
Avoid the crowds. That’s always a good travel maxim, and it is especially true in the Netherlands and Belgium. The great majority of travelers heading for the Netherlands make straight for Amsterdam, and for British holders of InterRail passes Amsterdam has become almost the de rigeur first stop on the continent. In Belgium, it is » Read more
The new CheapoSearch displays much more information about the room types on the results page.
Today we’re celebrating a big update to our budget hotel search engine and we want you to know all about it, Cheapos. The quick backstory Code-named “CheapoSearch” when we first took it live five years ago, our hotel search engine lets readers quickly see room rates for all of the hotels we recommend on EuroCheapo » Read more
Warm up with molten chocolate and dessert at Jean-Paul Hévin. Photo: Machu
It’s cold. It’s snowy. It’s winter. Hey, it’s Paris. There’s no reason to stay inside even if the weather would suggest otherwise. A few easy suggestions will still allow you to stroll the famous streets and avenues of Paris even if subzero temperatures try to foil your trip. 1. Dress the part It’s funny how » Read more
A British Military Fitness instructor in Hyde Park (and his dog) are ready to show you some tough love. Photo: The Wolf
So, the first month of 2013 is already speeding away, which begs the question – how are those resolutions going? It’s tough to keep to a fitness routine at the best of times but when traveling abroad it requires a monumental effort. Whether you’re tucking into the best pastries in Paris, enjoying a few pints » Read more
Approaching Cologne station via the Hohenzollern Bridge. Photo © hidden europe magazine
Train stations are just like airports. Some are great spots for making connections, others make that change of train (or plane) rather less memorable. Change trains in Cologne and, even with just a dozen minutes between trains, you have a strong sense of having experienced something of Cologne. The German city’s landmark cathedral towers over » Read more
Think you've tried every themed restaurant out there? Klo offers a toilet motif that will make some flush with embarrassment. Photo: Roboppy
Though Berlin has now collected more Michelin stars than any other German city, its most special dining experiences may not lie within the hallowed, star-covered kitchens of the capital, but rather its unique and sometimes kitschy offerings. Here a selection of Berlin’s weird but memorable food options. Sauvage Neukölln (Reuterkiez, U8-Hermannplatz) Dinner only, closed Mondays. » Read more
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