Educational Travel in Europe Tips

Weather Wise

The weather in London is not as bad as people make it sound, the temperatures are mild compared to most of Europe, and even if it rains in the morning, most often it clears up by noon and you will have sunshine to finish the day.

Winter
December-March
average temp 7c-44f
rainfall 45mm/1.8in

Spring
March-June
average temp 6c/43f
rainfall 45mm/1.8in

Summer
June-September
average temp 20c/67f
rainfall 42mm/1.7 in

Autumn
September-Novermber
average temp 13c/55f
rainfall 46mm/1.8in

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Getting Around London

Getting around London is extremely easy and convenient.
The Best way is by way of the tube.

Tube
The tube has 275 stations serving over 408km (253)
miles of railway. With 63 in central London alone.

Buses
Buses conductors collect fares on the older buses or
cash is paid directly to the driver.

Taxis

Londons black taxi cabs are metered. there is a
flat rate fare of 1.40 pounds and drivers expect a tip
of atleast 10%.

Minicabs are cheaper more flexable . there is no meter
it is important to agree on the fare before hand.

Car rental
There are several car hire companies in london.

Travelcards

Travelcards are perfect for seeing the sights in London and navigating the city Tube ,Bus, Rail and Tram system.
Travelcards are available for one, three or seven consecutive days, and for any combination of travel zones . Depending on which country you live in, you can order some tickets online and they can be mailed to you before you travel to London.

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Making It Official

The official documents required for a Europe travel tour will depend on your citizenship. US students who are going on a Europe travel tour will need a passport that is valid for at least six months after the end of the program. Non-US citizens will also require passports and may need visas (unless they are European Union citizens). It is best to check with consular offices for the countries you will visit to find out what is needed. Non-US students should also make sure that they have the right documentation to return to the country. Check with your state and/or government travel department before your trip to make sure you have all the necessary documents for entrance/exit in another country.

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Getting A Guided Tour of Europe

A Europe travel guide will help students decide what they want to see in Europe. There are many Europe travel guides online that give useful advice about the region. A good Europe travel guide includes:
- a list of major European destinations
- information on passport and visa requirements
- information on currency
- guidance on traveling within countries and between countries
- a map
- information on weather
- guidance on major attractions

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Low Cost Student Travel In Europe

When planning student travel, Europe offers a number of low cost options. One of these is a student rail card or young person's rail pass. The name varies depending on the European country. A student pass allows student travel in Europe at a discount on the normal fare. Many students use this to visit different European countries. Some students use Eurail passes to travel between countries. These passes allow students to visit up to 18 European countries during periods of up to two months.
Upon arriving in Europe, check with your hostel, hotel or planning department for information on discounted student fairs. You can also get this information at train stations throughout Europe.

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Tips On Europe Travel Tours

A good place to look for tips on Europe travel is in the pre-tour information supplied by the tour operator. Most tour operators also have Europe travel tips and advice on their websites. Another useful source for Europe travel tips is a Europe travel guide. Finally, it is worth talking to other students who may have made the trip in the past.

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International Travel Tips For Europe

The best international travel tip for students planning a Europe travel tour is to get their passports ready. It can take up to three months to get a valid passport, so students need to start early to make sure their passports arrive well before the Europe travel tour is due to start. This is even more important for students who will need visas to visit different countries. It can take several weeks to obtain these. Information on passport and visa requirements is available from the consular offices of the various countries. Students should study this information carefully when planning a Europe travel tour.

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Europe Travel on a Budget

Once students have arrived in Europe from the US, they may want to visit different countries. Believe it or not, one good option for cheap Europe travel is to travel by air. Most of the major European airlines have no-frills air carriers that offer air travel in Europe at a fraction of the normal airfare. No frills airlines do not offer meals and restrict baggage very tightly. However, this is a good option for student air travel as it keeps the travel costs down.

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Planning For European Travel

Students can get advice on what to do in Europe from teachers and trip planners. The web sites of tour organizers usually have sample itineraries or copies of actual itineraries followed by previous groups. Further advice on what to do in Europe is available from travel guide books and tourism sites relating to the particular country. All these resources will help students to plan an interesting Europe student tour.

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Guide To Activities In Europe

The best place to look for guidance on activities in Europe is in a travel guide. A Europe travel guide will give information about places of interest and admission costs. Some travel guides also use a rating system for activities in Europe. This will help students decide which activities are essential in the city or region they are visiting. Most travel guides, whether printed or online, have a "top ten" list of activities in Europe, broken down by country. This is a good starting point for planning a European tour.

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