@apavasare
As an European I would suggest another packing tip. Just bring some nicer clothes as well, because most of Europeans love to dress up to their dinner or night out. Believe me - you don't want to go out in you walking shoes or hiking shorts to a nice dinner, you will just feel out of place. And even more - in the larger cities you won't feel comfortable, because everybody dresses up daily. Unless you want to look like a tourist. :)
@travelnow01
How good are those scratchy maps!! Love those, you have done a great job compiling this list! Always good to watch out for scams, they are everywhere!
@Magic_beans_
Regarding No. 14 (public transport is part of the experience) - It’s also a nice peek into the lives of ordinary people. I’ve met a few travelers who barely met any locals because they stayed at the Hilton, ate at the touristy restaurants, and got everywhere by car or tour bus. That’s not the worst thing, they still saw the sights, but they’re missing out on a big part of the experience.
@Magic_beans_
Related to #52 (Separate your cards) - A lot of travelers misunderstand the purpose and use of money belts (and similar devices like neck wallets). This isn’t your working inventory, you don’t dip into the money belt to pay for lunch. Anything you think you’ll spend today can go in your wallet for easy access, with the slight risk of it getting pickpocketed. The belt is for when you’re carrying your travel documents or more money than you can afford to lose. Maybe you’re hitting the ATM to pull five days’ worth of cash or you’re traveling between cities and have to carry everything with you. Stash your stuff, zip up the belt and tuck it under your clothes. Now the only way you’re losing that money is a proper mugging where the thief stands there and makes you hand your stuff over. Those are exceedingly rare these days.
@caroubaer
European here: Even in the hottest summer, pack some "proper" cover-up clothes when you plan to visit churches, cathedrals and things like that: most of them require you to cover up your knees and shoulders, some also your head, if you are a woman. When I travel around Europe myself, I like to bring a big, lightweight shawl for things like this and wear it over my head and shoulders at once while wearing a longer skirt on those days, for example. :) If you don't have anything with you, you either are denied entrance, or they provide you with some icky old cover ups they keep especially for that reason. And also pack some extra socks if you otherwise wear sandals barefoot, as similar places sometimes require you to take off your shoes. (Talking about mosques especially)
@narelleking6624
Country specific videos would be awesome. Also train/bus travel. I will be travelling to Germany next year.
@dinidonnelly-km4pz
This is the most comprehensive tips for Europe travel I’ve seen on YouTube! I’ve been to Europe 3 times now and still find this very useful. Well done! 👍 I just hit subscribe!😍
@AprilPopovich-i8f
I’ve been binge-watching all your awesome videos to get prepared for my Europe trip next summer. So much great info in very accessible format! Thank you!!! You’re amazing!
@pennyfrood6978
I love that you get the information said quicky and in a nice manner. Very watchable and I'll go see other videos of yours :)
@abbylim7512
Yes! Train travel guide please! Thank you!!! You’re videos are very helpful.
@kelleykircher1597
Just starting to plan our trip and your videos are amazingly informative without a lot of extra content. Thank you !
@melanieshaw7577
This is an incredibly helpful video, and seriously eased my anxieties about my upcoming trip. Thank you!!!!
@Ladystardragon
Don't be disappointed by scaffolding!! Many yrs ago, I went to NYC with a friend, as we rode the ferry over to see the Statue of Liberty... What we saw was Lady Liberty in prison. It made me sad!!😂
@anniegoesanywhere
"Your adventures always brighten my day! As a new senior travel blogger sharing animated travel stories, ideas, and tips I’m super inspired by your videos. Thanks for all the hard work—editing is no joke! ✨✈️"
@camluvsham123
Where is that photo taken at 15:02? Also this is a fantastic video!
@dace8828
Also check out the individual celebration days of each country and be aware that shops/ museums/ attractions might be closed during those time periods. I used to work at a hotel and people tend to get very angry about things like independence day or Midsummer celebration :D
@RhinoHarts
Nice video. Train videos for Germany and Switzerland and Italy would be great!
@jer-in-ch
Kind of good recommendations. Only very few points that might be improved 😀 For example 3/101 is partially correct, but during main school vacations more people are leaving many major tourist cities than getting visitors; my preferred month for visiting Paris for example is August (not 2024 due to Olympics). 15/101 is correct on not renting a car - but the "vignette" for motorways is only a minor of the possible problems. And the vignette is not necessarily automatically checked, nor is there an automatic scan at a border for such a vignette. Quite a number of interesting places have no car access or do not allow cars that have not special authorisation. Parking can be limited and is often expensive. Road information (for road signs) is usually in local language only. 65/101 might be worth to mention that "local" cuisine is seldom "national" but regional. Go where possible for regional food specialties (as mentioned in 75 at leat a little bit). 66/101 does not work everywhere, many hotels offer better breakfast at lower prices than a traveler can get, especially if not familiar with a place. Many places in Europe simply have no local bakery any more. Often enough I get a hotel breakfast that is sufficient for skipping lunch. 83/101 VAT is not that simple, a customs export confirmation is always required first, procedure depends on country, the VAT is refunded by the seller (in fact its a tax exemption for exports) often but not always done by some specialised offices. Products may not be used before export procedure is completed.
@_LostAndFound_
going to italy (maybe more) May 2024. I really like your straight forward, I am planning to take trains around, A viedo from a woman would be amazing
@HappytoWander