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Hi, I’m Craig! Budget traveler with a passion for European adventures. I’ve spent 25+ years uncovering the best ways to travel affordably and confidently. Sharing stories, tips, and lessons to inspire your own unforgettable trips.
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Have you #traveled to #Europe more than once? I went from train-station snoozes to cozy B&Bs. Proof that your travel style evolves as you do. Embrace each phase. No regrets. Just growth.

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Traveling to #Europe? Solo or group #travel? It’s a different game each time. I’ve done it all. 🎒 #Backpacking solo 👶 Wrangling toddlers in #Scotland 👵🏻 Guiding parents through #Germany Tip #1: Tailor your #itinerary to your crew’s needs. Tip #2: Don't be afraid to take breaks from each other.

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✈️ Planning Your Europe Route: Bringing It All Together 🗺️ Over the past few days, we’ve broken down how to turn your dream wishlist into a smart, strategic itinerary. Missed the earlier threads? No worries. This one ties it all together. Let’s map out a trip that flows seamlessly.🧵👇

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You CAN travel #Europe with young kids! No excuses. I drove around the UK for 17 days with two little ones and made it work with smart planning and frequent pit stops. Don’t wait until they’re older. Make amazing memories now. #travelWithKids #wanderlust #travelAddicts

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Traveling to #Europe in 2025? I’ve done it all. 🛌 Cheap #hostels 🏡 Quaint #B&Bs 🚙 Epic road trips Europe’s a playground. Ready for your own trip hack? DM me your burning #travel questions. Let’s turn your dream #itinerary into reality. #Eurotrip #wanderlust #backpacking

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Stretch your #Europe #travel #budget like I did. I got by on my first trip $3,500 for 3 months. Backpackers do it now for $6k. 🥖 Cheap eats ✈️ Off-peak flights 🚞 Discounted rail passes. Your dream trip doesn’t need to break the bank. #wanderlust #backpacking #travelAddicts

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Traveling to #Europe for the summer? 90% of Europe can be experienced with just a credit or debit card. But some places in Europe still prefer cash. Carry cash. Stay ready. #travel #Eurotrip #travelAddicts

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Traveling to #Europe on budget this Summer? Lots of museums off FREE days. Research "free days" at #museums. Easy win if you're on a #budget. #travel #Eurotrip #travelAddicts

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Going to Europe this summer? Airport taxis are expensive. Take the bus or train. Save cash. #Eurotrip #travel #travelAddicts

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Planning Your #Europe Route: Festivals, Crowds & Costs You've picked your dream destinations. But before locking in your route, consider major festivals & events—they can make (or break) your experience. 🎭🎡 A smart itinerary = efficiency + affordability + unforgettable moments. Let’s dive in! 🧵👇

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Flying to #Europe this summer? Airport taxis are expensive. Take the bus or train into the city. Save cash to spend on experiences.

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Traveling to Europe in 2025? Bring a power adapter for European outlets. No adapter = no phone. European outlets are different. Pack the right one.

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Packing for your 2025 #Eurotrip? #Packing cubes = organized bag, more space, less chaos. Fit your stuff in #oneBag. #Travel smarter and lighter.

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Traveling to Europe this year? Add a buffer day at the end of your trip. Avoid missed flights and rushing around. No stress.

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Going to #Europe this summer? Attend local festivals. Festivals = culture. 🔎 Research. 🚶 Show up. 🥳 Enjoy. #Wanderlust #travel #TravelAddicts #Eurotrip

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Traveling to #Europe in 2025? #Travel slow. Slow travel > fast travel. #Trains + fewer cities. More time in a place. Better experience. #TravelAddicts #Wanderlust #Eurotrip

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#Traveling to #Europe for the first time? It’s exciting, but culture shock can be overwhelming. Instead of jumping into a totally new world right away, plan your route to ease into things step by step. Here’s how to do it the smart way! 🧵👇 #Eurotrip #Wanderlust #TravelAddicts

submitted 16 days ago • 1 comment

Small win this a.m. on Eurotripr.com: Reduced my Countries page queries down to 174 from 2074🐌! Still lots of work to do, but a 92% reduction i think 💪. Now at least THIS page doesn't bomb out on loading. On to the others...after my 9-5. #buildinpublic #wanderlust #travelAddicts #eurotrip

submitted 19 days ago • 2 comments

#Traveling to #Europe for 2 days or 2 months? #PackLight! #Carry-on only. Lighter, faster, less stress. Thank me later. #travel #Eurotrip #onebag #Wanderlust

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#Traveling to #Europe on a tight budget? Consider #buses 🚌 like #Flixbus instead of trains and planes. 🌟Bonus: Overnight bus = bed + transport. Wake up somewhere new & save money! #travel #Eurotrip #Wanderlust #TravelAddicts

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#Shopping in #Europe in 2025? 💀 Malls are dead & boring. 🥳 Markets are alive & vibrant. 🍝 Cheaper food. 💃 Real experiences. #travel #Eurotrip #Wanderlust #TravelAddicts

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Traveling around Europe this Summer? Too many museums 🏛️ = 😫 burnout. Pick 1-2 per week. Enjoy.

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#Traveling around #Europe in 2025? Skip the planes. Sleep on overnight #trains. More space, less stress. #travel #Eurotrip #Wanderlust #travelAddicts

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Going to #Europe this year? Photos > souvenirs. Skip expensive #souvenirs. Spend your money on food & experiences, not junk. #travel #Eurotrip #TravelAddicts #Wanderlust

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