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<\/a>London, England<\/p><\/div>\n
If you\u2019re looking to save some cash on your Europe vacation (and the more you save on flights and hotels, the more you have for wine and cheese in the park, remember!), avoid the most popular destinations: Paris, Rome<\/a>, and London<\/a>. As much as we love these destinations, they\u2019re busier than busy during high tourist season, and you\u2019ll not only pay through the roof for your vacation, but tourist attractions will be swarmed with thousands of others trying to get the perfect photo to make friends back home jealous. Think of your time as money: divide the cost of your trip by the time you spend in Europe (ie. If your total trip cost is $2300 divided by number of hours there (say, a 7 day trip) = 2300\/168 = 13.6). Each hour you spend is worth $13.6\u2026why waste several of those standing in long lines? Choosing a cheap European holiday means exploring somewhere different, somewhere unique, and somewhere you\u2019ll be able to immerse yourself into the culture of the country.<\/p>\n Go off the beaten path to countries like Poland <\/a>and the Czech Republic<\/a> that don\u2019t use the Euro and stay away from exchange rates that don\u2019t seem to be benefitting travelling Canadians. These countries have their own currency (the zloty and koruna respectively) meaning exchange rates aren\u2019t in as high a demand and fluctuating as often, taking the Canadian dollar further. We can\u2019t complain about that. Eastern Europe is known for being considerably cheaper than the rest of Europe \u2013 even if the accommodations add up, extras like a mug of beer, a meal, and transportation will be considerably less.<\/p>\n Warsaw, Poland<\/p><\/div>\n Travelling within Europe is cheap with so many smaller European airlines between cities and options like the Eurotrain. Flying <\/a>into a larger hub like London or Frankfurt\u2019s airport might mean you get the best deals to get across the pond \u2013 then opt to look at smaller carrier flights within Europe, rather than flying direct to a smaller airport or city if you\u2019re look for a cheap European holiday.<\/p>\n The best way to travel Europe cheap is by planning to visit during the shoulder season: before the rush of summer travellers arrive in June, or when things are dying down between mid-September and mid-October. You\u2019ll find deals on flights, accommodations, and more, when the industry is looking to bring in travellers to boost the economy and stretch the season a little further. Travelling when students have gone back to class, families are back in scheduled routines, and vacation time is often limited means you\u2019ll stand in fewer lines \u2013 no matter where you\u2019re going \u2013 and find more deals.<\/p>\n So, where should you go if you\u2019re looking to travel Europe cheap and not spend your savings on your European vacation<\/a>?<\/p>\n Belem Tower, Lisbon, Portugal<\/p><\/div>\n Lisbon still hasn\u2019t caught on as a huge destination for European vacations, but is growing in popularity, making this year the time to visit: the city is full of stunning architecture and delicious seafood and wines, but it isn\u2019t over-crowded or over-priced like other European destinations. Explore the brightly coloured buildings and trams that cascade down to the clear blue waters, where art boutiques are next to bars and history meets culture in a perfectly blended way.<\/p>\n Prague, Czech Republic<\/p><\/div>\n Explore this historic and romantic city, with its large castle that looms over the city\u2019s skyline. Prague<\/a> is a brilliant spot to visit when you\u2019re looking for the cheapest cities in Europe. With countless free activities \u2013 including strolling the famous Charles Bridge \u2013 and its rich history and architecture throughout the city, you can truly experience Prague without spending much. Other must-visits are seeing the astronomical clock in the Old Town Square and several of the city\u2019s historic churches (most are entrance upon donation), like St Nicholas Church.<\/p>\nConsider countries that don\u2019t use the Euro<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Fly to a larger city rather than your final destination<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Consider travelling during the shoulder season to travel Europe cheap<\/strong><\/h3>\n
The cheapest cities in Europe: <\/strong><\/h2>\n
Lisbon, Portugal<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Prague, Czech Republic<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>Sorrento<\/a>, Italy<\/strong><\/h3>\n