I want to know whether its better/easier to take a backpack as luggage while traveling in Europe rather than a regular suitcase.
also any tips on visiting europe for a first time traveler?
2006-08-22 13:32:23 · 14 answers · asked by T 3 in Travel ➔ Europe (Continental) ➔ Other - Europe
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2006-08-22 13:32:45 · update #1
If you a backpacking(staying in backpackers hostels) around Europe then a big backpack would be the way to go. A good suitcase with wheels is also ok. If you have a small backpack for just day trips, be very aware of all the security going on now. Some shops/tourist buildings won't allow you to have your backpack on your back and they will check contents.
Always carry travel documents/wallet in a safe place as in certain places in Europe there are a lot of beggars who are very good at robbing. Europe is fabulous though and you will be sure to love it.
2006-08-22 13:37:17 · answer #1 · answered by ♥dazed 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
You can backpack through parts of Europe. i would suggest getting a train ticket thats good for a month and getting reservations for any overnight train rides. Also, you will always look like a tourist if you have your backpack on, so don't get caught alone in a shady area or a dark alley. There are youth hostels all through out Europe and they are the cheapest place to stay overnight at in Europe. Hotels are a little more expensive but also an option. Again, I suggest getting reservations before showing up at a hostel or hotel because they'll send you away if they're full. One more tip: They farther into eastern Europe you travel the more dangerous it gets. Russia for example has a mafia that controlls the police everywhere except Moscow and St. Petersburg. Stick to Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, Spain, France, Holland, Greece, Portugal, Belgium, Luxemburg, Lichtenstien, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and the other Western European countries I forgot.
2006-08-22 13:41:54 · answer #2 · answered by ScotOS 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definitely a backpack. If you're planning on travelling around for anything more than a week, a suitcase will drive you crazy and you'd find yourself binning it and buying a large rucksack anyway. If however, you are travelling 'in style' (hotel to hotel) then you'll be leaving it in the room most days so it doesn't matter. Tips? Respect local customs, don't go tip-crazy, don't carry all your money in one place (or at once if possible), buy an all-europe rail travelcard, make sure your mobile will work on european signals, take a european socket/plug converter....oh, and enjoy it.
2006-08-22 13:41:28 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Visit your library and check out some videos on travelling abroad. Most do recommend that you try to travel as light as possible. A rolling duffel bag is actually the best choice, as you can roll it behind you or carry it like a suitcase. Also take a backpack for day-trips.
2006-08-22 13:39:13 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Depends on how long you will be gone and how you are traveling. Will you be traveling by plane, train, bus. car, or hitch hike? You can get luggage with wheels in almost any size these days. If you are traveling by plane, you have to check almost everything now, so there is not such an advantage to backpacks.
2006-08-22 13:35:52 · answer #5 · answered by Cindy B 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, backpacks are so useful as they keep your hands free. Also means you can pack more if needed.
England is good for historical locations.
Spain is good for a sun tan and drinking.
France is errrrr...... oh yeah Disneyland Paris, the Moulin Rouge and the place used to inspire the Phantom of the Opera.
2006-08-22 14:04:49 · answer #6 · answered by earthangel_ghost 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
German TV regularly shows info news reports demonstrating how easy backpacks are to grab items from. Suitcase is better.
2006-08-22 13:41:59 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try Portugal!!!
Here we accept almost anything... and you might be able to take a backpack... however... it might depend on which airline you will travel... but Portugal... is a great placee to meet... and travel!... We have plenty beautiful plac to visit as cultural too!
Have a nice trip.
2006-08-22 13:39:24 · answer #8 · answered by energy.engineer 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
im not too sure because i havent traveled to europe before but my friend has before and she used a backpack and it worked just fine .. HAVE A FUN AND SAFE TRIP!
2006-08-22 13:38:33 · answer #9 · answered by xobabieexo10 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well i live in london and i visit paris often and you can spot tourists a mile off with backpacks. always knocking into you on the tube. annoying
2006-08-22 13:37:30 · answer #10 · answered by keely m 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋