Etretat cliffs, Normandy, France by Amanda Slater

Avoid visiting France from July to August. This is the highest tourist season of the country and it will be quite difficult to find cheaper accommodation. Plan your trip way ahead of time and search the internet for the special bargain offers. If you make a booking in advance most of the hotels give very attractive discounts. Take the full advantage of this and you will be saving tons of money.

If the main expectation of visiting France is admiring and enjoying the art it is best that you visit in the month of September. Because of the European Heritage Day many private and public institutions open their doors to the public. This enables most of the museums and art galleries to be free of charge or charge a very nominal fee as the entry fee. Hence this is a great opportunity to enjoy the classic art.

When you travel in Europe it is quite easy to travel by train and also it can be cheaper as well. Again if you book your train seats in advance you will come across special train ticket rates that can be a real money saver. Prems is a special form of discounted tickets that are issued 3 months in advance only from the relevant website. In addition there are many other websites where you can buy cheaper train tickets. Another advantage of travelling by train is that you get the chance to see the country and its people. Watching people is a very interesting way of getting to know the culture and the people of any country. When you travel by air within the country you will be totally disconnected from the day to day life of the people.

Having the accommodation arranged at a youth hostel is a very sensible idea if you are planning to travel to France. In addition to the cheap accommodation most of them have a common kitchen where you can bring your own groceries and make a meal for yourself. That whole process can be a special experience where you walk into a supermarket in a foreign country and buying the groceries and making  a meal for yourself.  But do not forget to dine in France as one has to try out all the delicious French food. But if you travel on a budget stay away from the restaurants that serve a la carte and always go for the restaurants that have a fixed menu. That way you can control how much you are spending for your meals.

Never make the money as an obstacle to visit the places you love to visit. Always there are ways you can cut corners and still enjoy a good holiday in any country in the world.

Author’s Bio

Teresa Kent was graduated at the University of Nottingham. She loves to write and she is a part time geologist. She is a traveller. She writes articles using her own travel experiences. Currently she is writing about her own experiences in Flights to Dubai from UK and New Zealand.

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With the following affordable and indeed unique backpacker hostels and the current cheap flights to Glasgow that are available, it doesn’t have to cost you and arm and a leg.

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Budget Backpackers, Edinburgh

Budget Backpackers is one of the most popular hostels in the UK, and for good reason. Not only is it located in the heart of Edinburgh, but its facilities and atmosphere are second to none. The hostel’s chill out room is colourful and inviting with comfy sofas, a widescreen TV and views of Edinburgh Castle. You can snag a dorm bed for as little as £7, while private twin rooms are still very cheap at £23.

Glasgow Youth Hostel, Glasgow

Glasgow Youth Hostel offers a beautiful mixture of traditional architecture and modern features, with a Victorian exterior and décor complimented by comfortable accommodation, internet access, entertainment facilities and a laundry. There are three large lounges for kicking back and socialising as well as a popular coffee shop. Expect to pay around £15 a night here.

Skye Backpackers, Kyleakin

This quaint hostel is nestled between the mountains and the ocean in the charming fishing village of Kyleakin, on the Isle of Skye. It offers quirky accommodation, clean and comfortable facilities, a large garden and cosy fireplace. Around the Kyleakin area you can go hiking in the mountains, visit local distilleries and breweries, explore castle ruins or simply relax with a good book in the peaceful garden. Dorm beds at Skye Backpackers start from £15 a night.

Loch Ossian Hostel, Corrour

Nature buffs and adventurers will love the serenity and remoteness of Loch Ossian Hostel in the Scottish Highlands. Positioned next to a picturesque loch in the middle of nowhere, this hostel is completely eco-friendly – so much so that the only way you can access it is by walking 2km from the Corrour railway station. Don’t expect the usual luxuries like showers or electrical applicances, but rather the luxuries of nature like breathtaking scenery and utter tranquillity. If you’re feeling particularly active, why not have a crack at joining the Ossian Hour Club by running around the loch in under an hour.

About the Author : Simon Byrne+ is a travel writer with a passion for exploring the unknown. From Piranha fishing in the waterways of Bolivia to exploring ancient tombs in Cambodia, Simon’s travels continue to take him to weird and wonderful places, uncovering unique experiences and fascinating local people.

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The first mention of the original village dates back to the 12th century. Most of the monuments in this city, as well as throughout Luxembourg, were bombed during the war.

The village is now a popular summer resort with a swimming pool, camping and a youth hostel. You can follow any of the numerous trails which lead you through the forests of the Mullerthal valley.

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