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cities in Europe, you might be surprised at the cheap airfare available from European budget airlines like RyanAir and EasyJet. It's often possible to get flights for between $20 and $50 American dollars between many major cities. Use websites like http://skyscanner.net to find the cheapest flights. Be careful to read the fine print when booking budget tickets, they often have strict regulations on baggage weight and you will have to pay extra if your luggage is too heavy.

SOUVENIRS

In the summertime in Europe, selling souvenirs is a big business. Major tourist attractions are surrounded by souvenir shops and booths, but are often extremely overpriced. Look carefully at the items you are purchasing and make sure the quality matches the price you are paying. To save money on souvenirs in Europe, find open-air markets and gift stores that aren't quite as close to the city's most popular destinations.

SIGHTSEEING

Cities like London and Paris offer sightseeing passes that will allow you to pay one very discounted price that will give you access to plenty of the museums, tours, and monuments that you will want to see. So if you're planning to see a lot of sights that require an entry fee, look into these passes to save money. Make sure that the attractions on your list are covered by the passes, though.

As you plan your travel, keep all of these tips in mind. It's possible to save a lot of cash on your vacation to Europe. But always remember the fact that you are going to Europe to enjoy an enriching experience, and be careful about how many corners you cut. Allow splurge days where you stay in a nicer hotel or have a nice sit-down meal. But even if your budget breakfast is a bowl of cereal in the hostel dorm room, you will be living like royalty as you explore the great historic heritage of European cities.

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