Cheap Travel to East Europe

So you want to travel cheap to Eastern Europe? Cheap travel to Eastern Europe can be done through careful planning, attention to detail, and perhaps a few sacrifices to comfort.

Before you do anything, it is prudent to keep in mind some general tips for cheap travel in East Europe:

Budget Travel Tips for Eastern Europe

Planning for Cheap Travel to Eastern Europe

Cheap travel to Eastern Europe starts with the planning process. Hotels and airline tickets can use up 50% or more of your budget if you have one. Finding great deals on hotels and airfare will help you stay within your budget and give you a greater allowance for dining, sightseeing, and shopping when you arrive in your destination city.

• Find Cheap Tickets to Eastern Europe
• Find Cheap Hotels in Eastern Europe

Traveling Cheap in Transit

Besides making arrangements to get to the airport via public transportation or with the help of a friend, you will also want to pack snacks, avoid purchasing items at the airport, and know beforehand what is the cheapest way to get from the airport in your destination city to your hotel, hostel, or other boarding. Instead of venturing outside the airport during long layovers, it is best just to hang out at the airport.

• Tips for Sleeping in Eastern European Airports

Staying and Getting Around (Really) Cheap in Eastern Europe

Of course, crashing on a friend's couch or staying in a hostel may be the way to go for you, but camping can also be an option if you travel during the right season. Public transportation in Eastern Europe varies in quality, price, and convenience – a cheap alternative to taxis can usually be found; hitchhiking is not recommended, but if you go this route, do it safely.

• Camping in Eastern Europe
• Safety Tips for Hitchhking in Eastern Europe