The Reina Sofia is free to all weekdays (7 pm - 9 pm) and weekend afternoons. Photo: T. Meyers
It’s always interesting to see who among my visitors is a “Museum Geek.” Some friends come and get a museum pass to see all of Madrid’s museums at a discount, while others could care less where Picasso’s Guernica is located, and skip museums opting for city strolling and shopping. If you are a “Museum Geek,” » Read more
Many meat choices at the boucher (butcher). Photo: Yun Huang Yong
Even though the summer has technically been in full swing for a while, cold weather and rainy days in Paris have suppressed the always anticipated picnic season. Fortunately, temperatures are creeping up high into the 70s F (wow!), teasing locals back out to the banks of the Seine and to parks with promises of wine » Read more
Where's the beef? It's all about elk in Stockholm. Photos by Tom Meyers
Last week I spent several days in Stockholm visiting museums and palaces, walking on rooftops and boating about the photogenic harbor. But more than any of these activities, eating just might have been the most memorable experience. We’ve written before about yummy cheap eats in Stockholm, including delicious “dagens lunches”, lunch specials offered around the » Read more
Berlin's Fernsehturm, or TV Tower, offers incredible birds-eye views. Photo: T. Meyers
On my first trip to Europe I was young, full of energy and not yet “churched out” (if you’ve visited Europe a few times, I’m certain you understand this phenomena). I’d approach each house of worship with the same gusto, taking in the stained glass, altar and vaulted ceilings before promptly paying my nominal fee to climb the » Read more
The European Commission, the Strasbourg Parliament and the Council of Europe have all done their bit to help shape Europeans’ perceptions of their shared continent. But, for many Europeans of a certain age, it was an innovation in rail ticketing 40 years ago this summer that did more than any institution to forge their views » Read more
Medieval buildings at sunset in La Garriga, a short trip from Barcelona. Photo: Jesus Cano Sanchez
I live in Barcelona, and mostly I love the city. Sometimes, however, I want to see trees, blossoms, birds that aren’t pigeons… and that’s when the day trip comes in. Although I do have access to a car, I often take day trips by train, and La Garriga, located about a 40-minutes ride north of Barcelona, is » Read more
Save on entry to Drottningholm Palace by purchasing a Stockholm Card. Photos by Tom Meyers
Stockholm is not exactly famous for attracting budget travelers. Packed with top-class hotels, four-star restaurants and high-end shopping, the Swedish capital offers a luxurious retreat, often at prices that would make a Cheapo cry (for help). However, as discussed is our Stockholm budget tips article, it is possible to visit Stockholm without blowing your budget. » Read more
Picnicking on sunny St. Stephens Green. Photo: Steve-h.
By Jessica Colley— Picnics are a Cheapo’s best friend. Stocking up in a market, grocery store, café or takeaway saves cash on tips and overpriced entrees, leaving more room in the budget for delicious picnic supplies. Spending an afternoon eating outdoors is also a great excuse to explore new neighborhoods. Here are some of my » Read more
For kids, the Latin Quarter's the place to be. Photo: Candlemaker
By Bryan Pirolli in Paris— In the same way that every region in France has its specialty food, every neighborhood in Paris has its strong point. (Some areas just do a thing better!) To save you from seeking free museums or cheap eats in the wrong section of town, we’ve compiled a list of 10 popular Paris activities and neighborhoods that do them » Read more
A chance to visit Tegel for the last time. The airport will close in spring 2013. Photo: NervousEnergy
Finally, after surviving blazing hot days in February and freezing days in May, summer has arrived. To celebrate the arrival of June, I’m clearing out of New York and heading to Berlin on Sunday. Three days later I’ll continue on to additional hot, top-secret destinations in Europe. My bags are packed (sort of), papers organized(ish), » Read more
Gazing down the Seine is not to be missed. Photos by Theadora Brack
By Theadora Brack in Paris— Rumor has it you’re planning a trip to Paris! So bless your soul and grab my hand. I have a few recommendations for a dreamy Parisian bucket list, big or tall. Here is where I find my inspiration! 1. Book it! While kicking down the cobblestones, why not pick up » Read more
The Caixa Forum is free to visit. Photo: Robert Ostmann
I wish this list was easier to compile, but Barcelona is not the “land of the free.” In fact, many locals believe that we pay more here for just about everything than they do in other parts of Spain. Road-trip? You’ll pay loads in tolls in Catalonia. Bread and olives with dinner? That’s another €2 » Read more
Athens awaits. Photo: Fernando
Tourism in Greece hasn’t fared at all badly this past year or two. Indeed, in 2011 visitor numbers were very buoyant as travelers who might otherwise have taken vacations in Egypt or Tunisia opted instead for Greece. Greece was a key beneficiary of the Arab Spring. Germany shuns Greece Yet over the past year, Greek » Read more
What crowd? Bearpit Karaoke in Berlin has become perhaps too popular. Photo: Julia
Sunday Karaoke in Berlin’s Mauerpark has become somewhat of a weekend institution. Major newspapers worldwide have written articles about the “Bearpit Karaoke” phenomenon. Tourists have given it their TripAdvisor seal of approval. YouTube explodes with Bearpit Karaoke videos. Even Flickr groups have been created, all dedicated to spreading the word, sound, and image of something » Read more
The entrance to the George V in Paris. Walk on in! Photo: Alan Light
By Bryan Pirolli in Paris— When walking the streets of Paris, every experience seems special, from buying that perfect baguette to spotting your new favorite article of clothing in a store window. So why should something as necessary as going to the bathroom be any different? If you can drink a glass of wine in » Read more
Prater is tucked away in the shade of chestnut trees. Photo: Prizepony
Although Germany’s southern region of Bavaria tends to rule the roost when it comes to beer (hello Munich and Oktoberfest!), Berlin manages to deliver some great pours itself. With summer on the horizon, a biergarten visit is a necessity. Here is a list of two of our favorites from Berlin’s eclectic cast of biergartens—both on » Read more
Update: Entry for this contest is now over and a winner has been selected. The summer travel season is heating up, Cheapos, and what better way to celebrate than by winning a free trip to Germany? EuroCheapo has teamed up with airberlin and A&O Hostels to offer one very lucky Cheapo a freebie trip for » Read more
Americans have been drawn to Florence for more than a century. Photo © hidden europe
A dense web of connections links America with Florence. Some argue it massively invigorates the Tuscan city, while others aver that Florentine life has been distorted by the American impact on the city. What view you take on the American influence on Florence, there is no doubt that the Italian city (as seen through American eyes) » Read more
Bargain bin shopping at Sympa in Montmartre. Photos by Theadora Brack
Tripping to Paris? Do you plan to shop? Well then, look and listen! Throughout Paris, there are shopping zones where you can buy anything, as well as scattered districts where clusters of stores carry similar items. Shopping fanatics, unite. Here’s a mini-guide. So dust off the printer! But first, a few tips: 1. In France, » Read more
The weekly market in Uzes draws visitors from the entire region. All photos by Bill Fogarty
If you’ve fallen in love with France as I have, you have probably traveled there more than once. Now that you have seen Paris and beyond, including all the regular tourist attractions, its time to learn about the fabulous Gard region of France. The Gard is located just west of Provence in south central France. » Read more
Keep an eye out for "Laverie" when you need some fresh clothes. Photo: Photo by Barthelemy de Mazenod on Unsplash
By Bryan Pirolli in Paris— While walking down Avenue Montaigne in Paris and checking out the Chanel and Givenchy shops, I get self-conscious. This is why I rarely walk down that particular street. Fashion is a quintessential part of Parisian culture, whether we like it or not. Alas, if I’m not going to wear designer clothes in » Read more
Itaca Hostel -- the most welcoming hostel in Barcelona. Photos by Regina W Bryan
By Regina W. Bryan in Barcelona— I’ll be honest, I’m not a huge fan of sleeping in a dorm room unless there’s no other alternative. Those days of communal snoring are pretty much a thing of the past for me, and yet here I am, crushing on Ítaca Hostel in Barcelona. Of all the hostels » Read more
The Breakfast Club covers all the bases--and the line out the door proves it. Photo: Yukino Miyazawa
If your accommodation in London doesn’t include breakfast, then a hearty brunch can be a great way to set yourself up for a busy day of sightseeing. It also saves you from splashing the cash on two separate meals. As if that weren’t reason enough, it’s also darn tasty and a great way to recover » Read more
Bread in Berlin. Photo: Nuria
It is no exaggeration to say that bread is the staff of life in Germany, and although the recent organic health-food renaissance may make whole-grain bread seem like a recent phenomenon, it clearly is not. This wholesome, dense bread dates back to the time of the Gauls and Visigoths and has withstood repeated modern efforts to » Read more
Girls marching in a Constitution Day parade in Szczecin, Poland. Photo: Wlodi
If you’ve been traveling in Europe this week, were you caught unawares by a spate of public holidays? Over 40 countries and territories across the continent took time out Tuesday for May Day while some countries opted for a double dose of May Day festivities. In Russia, for example, both Monday and Tuesday were public holidays, » Read more
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