I know you need you more info, and I can include that. Something like a semi-loud seated bar/lounge with the possibility of a local live band or on the rooftop is what would interest me. . I think Europe can be quite affordable if we know how to travel it .

I recommend saving your Eurail pass if you’re unsure whether to use it. Re: #10 (arriving without local currency). And watch out for Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC). We start as a family of 4 and meet up with a son in germany at the end of Dec. Charles Schwab Bank doesn’t, and will reimburse ATM fees; check what your bank does. Check prices for hostels and hotels in Barcelona now! So glad to hear that Brett! Tom is also a co-host of the New York City history podcast, The Bowery Boys.

Slow planners. Citibank used to not, but now they do! We love small village attmosphere. The former royal palace is over 721,182 square feet and you truly will understand why generations of tourists and French citizens alike say that you must visit Versailles.

The places you recommended were awesome. You’ll find many well-priced hotels within the historic center, including hotels in historic buildings. Thanks for the info on T-Mobile, Corbin! Thing. Planning a trip to Europe? I think that might be a cool month. Speak to the locals! Under the phone section, one big addition. Also, I’ve been so some of these places and would agree with you the amount of time to see each place.

Click for advice for more information on the best things to do in Provence.

To get from Madrid to Seville, you can take the high-speed train, which will take about 2.5 hours. Those looking for the ultimate luxury experience can stay in former palaces to explore old-world luxury.

I know is winter and im fine with that. Thanks a lot for your travel blog.

I was looking at spending Christmas in Moscow , wanting to see a few xmas markets along the way.

If you think that your kids can handle the faster pace, maybe.

Do you ever find that a museum pass is a good idea? The journey should take about three hours with lots of picturesque Dutch countryside views. Our scheme now is a ‘big’ book (usually Frommer or Rough Guide) to read before the trip, and small ones (such as the Knopf or Michelin) pocket city guides to carry. After The Hague I did get to go to Amsterdam and on to Brussels. Thanks for the blog. I recommend using your Eurail pass for this trip and reserving your seat ahead. Charge and withdraw only in local currency!

1. . As we would like the kids to ski/snow board we have had suggested Zell am See, Filzsmoos, Innsbruck, and others have said skiing in france or even slovakia.