How to Travel Europe by Bus
Getting around Europe by bus is not nearly the daunting task it may initially seem. Because of the European Union, crossing borders is done quite simply and with minimal hassle. If choosing to tour Europe by bus, there are many options available to you. One option is to book with a tour service; not only will this guarantee you a seat, but it will also provide interesting factoids throughout the trip. One of the more popular choices is to travel by Eurolines, a bus service which makes its away throughout Europe.
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Research whether a bus or a train is the better option for your holiday. If looking to get to your destination quickly and if interesting travel tidbits are not part of your itinerary, then a train may actually be what you require. However, with a bus, there tends to be a tour guide, helping passengers with inquiries as simple as money exchange and as complex as local history. Buses also tend to be fully booked, with all seats occupied.
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Purchase a Eurolines pass. If your travels throughout Europe require multiple destinations, then a Eurolines pass may be your best option. Offering stops at over 500 destinations, the service allows travel from Russia to Morocco, or anywhere in between. An added benefit of a Eurolines pass is that all extra fees (including "sea crossings, travel taxes and road tolls") are included in the ticket price. Eurolines passes are available for 15- and 30-day intervals. Passes allow travelers to pre-book at any city origin and plan the rest of the holiday as the trip progresses.
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Find a tour which encompasses the desired locations. Many different tours exist, meaning that whichever tour you choose completely depends upon your original location and desired destinations. One of the most popular guided tours is the Busabout service. Offering a hop-on, hop-off-style tour, the flexibility offered by Busabout is ideal for those seeking a bit of adventure while busing through Europe. What is perhaps most appealing about Busabout is that passes are viable for the entire season, May to October, meaning a trip can begin in May and start up again in September. Savvy travelers can book early bird discounts.
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Call the tour or bus company prior to departure if you have any remaining questions not answered by the website. Companies are happy to answer questions, especially if answering your phone call secures a booking. Touring Europe by bus is meant to be exciting and fairly low-stress; that is the goal of most bus services. Making a simple phone call to tie up any loose ends or to secure travel dates is done by first visiting the website and obtaining a contact number.
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Tips & Warnings
Make sure your passport is valid for the entire duration of your trip; an invalid passport will end in deportation.
Decide if you are going to travel with a companion; many sites offer discounted rates for pairs or groups of four or more.
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