Next, on our 3 days in Lisbon itinerary, we would go a little bit back in time.A legacy of the earthquake that nearly wiped Lisbon off the face of the Earth, the Carmo Convent ruins shows us what Lisbon used to look like, before that dark day in 1755. A walk around the Carmo is...
The ideal length of time to spend in Lisbon is three days, though it can be condensed into two days if you are short on time. It also makes a fantastic base from which to explore the surrounding region, with its charming towns and beautiful beaches, and you could easily fill a holiday ...
Generally, a mid-range tourist should expect to spend €120 per day while in Lisbon. This amount does not include accommodation (around €70 - €150 per room per night), flights, or highly expensive, gimmicky tours. Lisbon takes three days to explore fully, and the suggested spending money...
Contact your school’s office of pre-professional advising the second you know you want to study abroad. They’ll be able to work with your schedule to see how you can fit it in. While you might not be able to do a full year abroad, you can usually still fit in a semester, or at...
theOctopus card. An Octopus card is anessentialpurchase for anybody who plans to spend time in Hong Kong. This is a reusable travel card that you can use on all forms of public transport in the city, from the metro to the buses to trams to the ferries to the taxis to… you get the...
You share a home with families who are willing to welcome you with open arms. This could mean you rent a room or a level of the family’s home. The best part is Home Stay is easy on the wallet, and you get a built-in friend to spend time with if you choose to do so. ...
On weekend vacations in San Francisco, travelers can see the top sights, seek out lesser-known locales, indulge in the tasty fare and spend time in nature. The city is incredibly diverse – and a weekend getaway to San Francisco is an ideal way to experience it!
Hotel Excelsiorin Lisbon Luxury lodgings If you’re seeking high-end experiences, luxury hotels abound in European cities. Be prepared to budget an extra $200 to $300 nightly for these premium stays. Your trip costs will increase substantially, but the amenities and service can be worth the sp...
The nice thing about Europe is the countries are pretty close together. This makes it very possible to do a multi city or country trip. That being said, you could easily spend weeks to a month or more in each country and not see it all!
Remember that no matter how much time you have, you’ll never be able to see all of Europe anyway. You can spend 2-3 weeks in any country alone and still just scratch the surface. Or you can have a nice European trip in just 10-14 days, see several major cities, and go home fee...