Travelling Europe on a tight budget is not only possible — with the right strategy, it can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. The key is to prioritise, plan ahead, and embrace the budget traveller's mindset.
Accommodation is your largest expense. Hostels with private rooms now offer near-hotel comfort at a fraction of the price. Budget chains like Ibis, Meininger, and Motel One are reliably clean and central in most major cities.
Food costs can be dramatically reduced by shopping at supermarkets for breakfast and lunch. In Eastern Europe — Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary — the cost of dining out is a fraction of Western European prices while the quality is comparable or better.
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