€6 for coffee and cake (on mismatched plates) at Cafe Cake in Dublin. Photo: Lalui
Only have €10 in your pocket? There are still many ways to spend a day in Dublin. Whether you’re craving some fresh air, want to indulge in culinary pleasures, or even do a little shopping, here are 10 activities in Dublin that will set you back less than €10. 1. Kilmainham Gaol – €6 Every » Read more
Tip your bartender at least $1 per drink. Photo: Caro Scuro
New York business owners and workers consider foreign tourists notoriously bad tippers. To be fair, many tourists are visiting from countries that don’t expect substantial tipping. And face it, eating, drinking, traveling and getting beautiful in New York is already pretty expensive, even without the gratuity thrown in at the end. Although tipping can stretch » Read more
It’s the weekend (or a Tuesday, no difference) and Paris’ Marais neighborhood is a cheapo haven for a gay night out on the town. From long happy hours to cover-free dancing, there’s no reason to empty your pockets. Happy hours galore The Marais, French for “swamp,” is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Paris, located » Read more
Hot chocolate with whipped cream at the Buenas Migas coffee chain in Barcelona. Photo: Ebarrera
By Regina W Bryan in Barcelona— Yesterday over dinner I asked my sweetie if he remembered the last time it rained in Barcelona. We both tried to remember. It’s been weeks. While the sun is shining and there’s not a cloud in the sky, mornings are crisp and chilly and it feels like winter. On » Read more
Walking the streets of the Jordaan is always free ... unless you stop for a drink. Photo: Nicolas Vollmer
Amsterdam isn’t the cheapest destination in Europe, but there are ways to get around the tourist prices. In fact, it’s easy to find freebies left and right in the city. Here’s a checklist of 20 great ideas for a free day in Amsterdam: 1. Start with a free map Free maps are available at the » Read more
A calm winter's sea on the Isle of Sylt. Photo © hidden europe magazine
Christmas and the New Year holidays are largely done and dusted, and this week much of Europe has returned slowly to work. For us, it is the cue for some travels. And, for those in the know, the period from about January 10 to mid-March is one of the best times of the year for » Read more
This card will save you oodles on transportation. Photo: Fee Pumley
London is a costly city in many ways, but public transport prices are really ludicrous. For Londoners and commuters alike, January is an especially sore point and outrage spreads on an annual basis when the January 2nd price hikes come into force. 2012 is no exception, as this year the already barmy prices have gone » Read more
A view of the Moulin Rouge from, gulp!, Starbucks. Photos by Theadora Brack
I’ve decided to kick-off the grand New Year with another shot of what’s red-hot and what’s not in Paris. I’ll also include a few cool tips. So grab a chair and a spiked cuppa because it’s about to get real in the City of Light! 1. Je ne regrette rien—NOT. Dear Musée Edith Piaf, You » Read more
The Irish Museum of Modern Art is worth the trip out to Dublin 8. Photo: Infomatique
Of all Dublin’s renowned art genres – literature, music, theater – visual arts usually takes a back seat. Yet beyond famous theaters, bookstores, and traditional music sessions, there is also a great art scene to be found in Dublin. From the Irish masters to more contemporary galleries, art aficionados will find plenty to explore. Here » Read more
A Eurolines bus in Minsk, Belarus. Photo: SludgeUlper
Last month, EuroCheapo chief Tom Meyers popped the train versus plane question…. does the savvy traveler fly or take the train around Europe? But it is not a straight either / or choice. Many leisure travelers, and many business types too, realize that long-distance coaches present a credible alternative to air or rail travel on » Read more
How much should we tip? Figuring out the bill in the States is not always easy. Photo: Slick Vic
We always experience culture differences as foreigners in Paris, and I’ve written about it before. (See my previous post “Are Parisians Rude?”) But what about the other side of the coin? How do Parisians react when visiting the States? During a holiday luncheon with some Parisian friends while in New York, we Americans were allowed » Read more
By Regina W Bryan in Barcelona— Not all hotels in Barcelona are created equal when it comes to location. While it’s true that some of the cheapest rooms can be found outside of Barcelona’s city center, this isn’t always the case. There are some great hotel deals to be had right in the center of » Read more
Nothing satisfies late-night cravings quite like bitterballen Photo: Min Zhou
There is so much nightlife in Amsterdam that “sightseeing” bars and coffeeshops can lead to late hours wandering the streets in search of cheap eats. You should know your options before ducking into a take-away joint or pizza bar. Here is my advice for Amsterdam’s best late-night cheapo snacks: King of fries: Chipsy King Chipsy » Read more
Staying in Soho puts you close to Piccadilly Circus, nightlife, and lots of tourists. Photo: Garry Knight
Choosing accommodation in London can be tricky. The city is so vast that if you are on the hunt for cheap accommodation, you run the risk of ending up a long way from the main sights and spending the majority of your visit battling with the Tube! Trust me, nobody wants that, so I’ve summarized » Read more
The view from the Pont Alexandre III in Paris is heartbreakingly beautiful. Photos by Theadora Brack.
By Theadora Brack in Paris— According to my movie producer pal, George, the world boils down to two basic categories: the best and the worst. Anything in between isn’t worth talking about. Mediocrity is a crime, he often quips. As you can well imagine, his dinner parties in Paris are always quite lively, dramatic and » Read more
Souvenirs a-plenty at the San Lorenzo market in Florence. Photo: Old Fogey 1942
With the crazies of the holiday season upon us, our minds turn to those uber-important consumer questions: What will I bring home for my aunt so-and-so? What will hard-to-buy-for brother actually enjoy? What about Mom who’s awaiting both my present and my presence? Hey, you’re in Florence, consider this a good thing! Do not waste » Read more
Swing by the Dublin Galleryof Photography after breakfast. Photo: Uggboy
A single €20 note can be stretched pretty far in Dublin. Unlike other European cities where transport can be a drain on your budget, Dublin is a compact, walkable city. As long as you have an umbrella for those impromptu showers, it is easy to spend an entire day in Dublin without using public transport. » Read more
The Eurostar terminal at London's St Pancras Station. Photo © hidden europe magazine
Eurostar’s flagship services linking London’s magnificent St Pancras station with Paris and Brussels have been an overwhelming success, transforming London’s relationship with two close continental capitals. So much well-justified praise is heaped on Eurostar’s capital city links that it is easy to overlook that the rail service through the Channel Tunnel is good for more » Read more
Arriving in Berlin's new and very central Hauptbahnhof. Photo: Tom Meyers
A few months ago I had to make a key decision while planning a trip from Paris to Berlin. Plane or train? I could take a €50 budget flight on easyJet and be there in about two hours. Or I could take the TGV to Germany, and then board an ICE train to Berlin (with » Read more
Stay safe and save money by avoiding these tourist scamsin Amsterdam. Photo: Oleksandr Kravchuk
Avoiding tourist scams is part of traveling, and Amsterdam, like any major city, has its fair share of rip offs. There are situations that feel like a scam because they’re simply disappointing (“tourist traps”), and then there are the ones that are downright scandalous (“scams”). We’re focusing on the latter here, those situations that leave » Read more
Barcelona's holiday season takes some endurance. Photo: Carquinyol
By Regina W. Bryan in Barcelona— In Barcelona, and in fact all over Spain, the party seems to go on forever. While there are holidays, long vacations and festivals year-round in Spain, December is an especially merry month offering up nine days of “fiesta” instead of just the 25th and 31st/1st. So merry, it’s scary, » Read more
Go online in style for free in the New York Public Library's main reading room. Photo: Craig Dietrich
Most visitors to New York these days bring along a laptop or a smartphone, handy for checking emails, finding things to do, and calling home on Skype. The trouble is, using these devices can be pricey, considering what many hotels charge to use their Wi-Fi. But never fear, the Cheapos are here, with a list » Read more
The Café de la Mairie, one of the author's "happy places." Photos by Theadora Brack
’Tis the season to be jolie, so I’ve decided to whip up a little something special for you, Cheapos. Here are a handful of my favorite hangouts in Paris. They’re all food-related and drool-worthy, but that’s no big surprise as I eat, love and pray daily for an abundance of treats. Ho-ho-ho! (By the way, » Read more
Amsterdam's t'Arendsnest bar only serves Dutch beer. Photo: Bernt Rostad
In a city drenched with every conceivable vice, the one sin that pulls me in is good beer. I’m a sucker for a freshly-poured brew that’s flavorful, cold and tasty. And I don’t mean mainstream pilsners. If you like the satisfaction of enjoying a well-crafted beer at a good price, here are my top beer » Read more
The Fragonard shop on rue du Mont Thabor. Photo: House of Hall
If you’re playing Santa from Paris this year, you might be hard-pressed to find any elves to help you with your list. With overpriced Christmas markets and no sales until January, shopping for friends and family can be a daunting – not to mention costly – task. So for each person on your list, be » Read more
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