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re: Planning a my first Europe trip next year
Posted on 3/11/24 at 11:19 am to Fun Bunch
Posted on 3/11/24 at 11:19 am to Fun Bunch
I would say that 16 days is enough time to do two countries. I would even say that I might get bored doing 16 days in, say, Ireland or Denmark (both great to visit -- just not for that long).
Posted on 3/11/24 at 1:28 pm to GOP_Tiger
A lot of people recommend Italy as place to focus on and delve into.
I love Italy, I speak the language fluently and partially grew up there, it’s a second homeland to me. That said, I have to really push the alternative of the Iberian Peninsula.
Generally the infrastructure in Spain & Portugal both in a general (roads/public transport) and touristic sense are superior to that of Italy.
More favorably priced offerings in just about every category (for Europe these are gonna be your most budget friendly options west of Poland), excellent food, and diversity of landscapes that easily rivals those of France and Italy.
So another dreamy Iberian itinerary for inspirational purposes:
Fly into Barcelona, stay there 5 days including potential day trip to either Girona or Costa Brava.
Take train to San Sebastián (~ 5 hours) spend 2.5-3 days there, 1 hr 30 min bus ride to Bilbao spend 1 fullish day there see the town and the Guggenheim.
Fly Bilbao to Porto (probably an hour long flight max)
3 days in Porto (including Douro Valley daytrip excursion)
Train to Lisboa ( ~ 3 hours)
4 days in Lisbon including day trip to Sintra to hike through the enchanting palaces and estates and finish off with a dip in Praia da Ursa one of the most beautiful beaches I’ve seen the world over (disclaimer: Ursa only a serious option if you’re dealing with people capable of a semi-intensive hike to descend the cliff to beach)
Fly back stateside from Lisbon.
Second disclaimer: this is not at all to detract from the marvels of bella Italia, it’s absolutely worth visiting, but just providing an option that’s a little bit less cliche for an American visiting Europe for the first time and also a bit more budget friendly.
I love Italy, I speak the language fluently and partially grew up there, it’s a second homeland to me. That said, I have to really push the alternative of the Iberian Peninsula.
Generally the infrastructure in Spain & Portugal both in a general (roads/public transport) and touristic sense are superior to that of Italy.
More favorably priced offerings in just about every category (for Europe these are gonna be your most budget friendly options west of Poland), excellent food, and diversity of landscapes that easily rivals those of France and Italy.
So another dreamy Iberian itinerary for inspirational purposes:
Fly into Barcelona, stay there 5 days including potential day trip to either Girona or Costa Brava.
Take train to San Sebastián (~ 5 hours) spend 2.5-3 days there, 1 hr 30 min bus ride to Bilbao spend 1 fullish day there see the town and the Guggenheim.
Fly Bilbao to Porto (probably an hour long flight max)
3 days in Porto (including Douro Valley daytrip excursion)
Train to Lisboa ( ~ 3 hours)
4 days in Lisbon including day trip to Sintra to hike through the enchanting palaces and estates and finish off with a dip in Praia da Ursa one of the most beautiful beaches I’ve seen the world over (disclaimer: Ursa only a serious option if you’re dealing with people capable of a semi-intensive hike to descend the cliff to beach)
Fly back stateside from Lisbon.
Second disclaimer: this is not at all to detract from the marvels of bella Italia, it’s absolutely worth visiting, but just providing an option that’s a little bit less cliche for an American visiting Europe for the first time and also a bit more budget friendly.
This post was edited on 3/11/24 at 1:38 pm
Posted on 3/11/24 at 1:44 pm to GOP_Tiger
quote:
I would say that 16 days is enough time to do two countries. I would even say that I might get bored doing 16 days in, say, Ireland or Denmark (both great to visit -- just not for that long).
That is correct, but I was rec'ing something like Italy or France or Spain, where 16 days doesn't even scratch the surface
Posted on 3/12/24 at 5:54 am to GOP_Tiger
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I would even say that I might get bored doing 16 days in, say, Ireland or Denmark
You can easily do 16 days in Ireland and not get bored. I'd say 16 isn't enough for Ireland imo. I could spend a month there easily but I also like ancient history, nature, pubs, music etc.
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