Never been to Europe. I'm planning on a 10 days or a 2 weeks trip vacation travel to Europe. What countries and cities do you recommend for 1st time traveler to Europe? Please give me some suggestions. Thanks a lot :)
2007-09-26 09:32:40 · 10 answers · asked by Sandy ♥ - semi retired :) 7 in Travel ➔ Europe (Continental) ➔ Other - Europe
Thanks for the quick answers already. I do have a passport, but I only speak english. Flying all the way from California. Jet leg will kick my butt :(
2007-09-26 09:47:12 · update #1
you don't need to stick to an english speaking country! everyone in europe knows at least a little bit of english! wherever you go, you'll have a great time!
i'd go to Prague, Paris, Rome, Vienna.
make sure, the places you go see are not too far apart, cause you are there to see the places and not to be stuck on a train or plane all the time, right?!
have fun! :)
2007-09-26 17:53:28 · answer #1 · answered by HannaMira 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what you're looking for. If you speak german, spanish, or french well, I'd go to one of the countries where these languages are spoken, at least for part of the time. If you only speak english, I'd stick to the UK for your first trip.
After that, decide what you want to see. Museums? Historical sites? Cultural sites? Shopping? Do you want to do a food or wine tour? Start doing some research to see what's available. My dream itinerary might drive you nuts, and vice versa.
You could probably use the services of a full service travel agent. These people go to these destinations, so they should know first hand what's good to see, and what's good to skip. It will cost you more than by booking it online, but consider this extra your tuition to the school of life.
Oh, and if you don't have a passport, apply for one now. It's taking sometimes 3 months for that, and you won't get out of the airport without it.
2007-09-26 09:41:46 · answer #2 · answered by Ralfcoder 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends on how you will be traveling around.
You can go to Germany buy your German rail pass here before you leave. I spent 2 weeks traveling Germany I saw Berlin, Munich, Nuremberg, Regansberg and some small towns in between.
If you want to see more than one country you can do that but with 2 weeks it more difficult.
2007-09-26 10:14:29 · answer #3 · answered by RT 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
For a first time traveller I would recommend the classic hot spots- Paris, Venica and Rome, London, and maybe Switzerland. Have fun!
2007-09-26 10:03:56 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Go to Prague. You will absolutely love it and it's a bit cheaper than Paris or London.
Here are some other great options that you may not think of for your first trip:
Munich, Vienna, Stockholm, Edinburgh.
All have their charms and you will enjoy all of them!
2007-09-26 09:41:18 · answer #5 · answered by the_dragyness 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Switzerland and Austria, especially Salzberg.
2007-09-26 09:41:51 · answer #6 · answered by TryItOnce 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
first i would go for more than 10 days, at least 20 days if you want to go around europe.
the greek islands are beautiful and everyone speaks english, so it will be easy for you! go to crete and santorini. enjoy!
2007-09-26 13:42:29 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I absolutely loved switzerland. lucerne and zurich are the best places to go. (in my opinion)
2007-09-26 09:40:28 · answer #8 · answered by bugaboo 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
amsterdam, london, paris, berlin, prague and barcelona are on my 'reccomended list'
2007-09-26 09:44:32 · answer #9 · answered by mrzwink 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
ireland ---- kilkenny
2007-09-26 09:39:59 · answer #10 · answered by channaigh 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋