Vienna to Budapest Train : All You Need to Know - Big World Small Pockets. 2 of Europe’s great capitals, Vienna in Austria and Budapest in Hungary are must-see destinations when you’re travelling in this part of world. Which is easy to do, because these 2 wonderful cities are actually situated incredibly close together, meaning it’s easy to visit both in a single trip. Under 220km apart by train, in little under 3 hours you can hop from classical Central Europe to exciting Eastern Europe and gain a completely different perspective on this region’s geography and culture. And the best way to make this journey, in my opinion, has to be by rail. And with this mind, I’ve compiled this article which contains everything you need to know about catching the train from Vienna to Budapest, or visa versa. It’s the perfect way to soak up Europe’s diversity in a quick, easy and efficient way and promises 2 glorious city adventures either side of the journey.
So, let’s get stuck in…. Related Posts Vienna to Budapest Train : The Basics Distance Services Schedule Eco-Travel Scenery Luggage. Austria's Salzkammergut Lakes 8-day Self-guided Walking Tour Level 1 in Austria. How to get the best seat on the plane - without paying a fortune. I don’t think anyone would disagree that long haul flights - especially the loooong flight from Australia to Europe - in economy class is not something to look forward to. Therefore the seat you are allocated on the plane can make a huge difference as to whether your flight is just bearable or actually enjoyable. Image © kasto / Dollar Photo Club How many times have you boarded a plane with your fingers crossed that you’ll have an exit row seat so you can stretch out your legs, only to find you are crammed in with your knees pressed against the seat in front?
Too often, probably! Being seated close to the toilets on long-haul flights can also be an unpleasant experience. The amount of leg room you have, and the location of your seat, can make a huge difference to the enjoyment level of your flight. Further reading: 5 things you should know before you book your flights to Europe Fortunately, that flight was on an Airbus A380 and I chose seats 76A and 76B on the upper deck.
Emirates Qantas. 6 of the best day trips from Munich. More often than not there’s just not time on your European holiday to visit everywhere you want to. A whistle-stop tour of multiple cities, towns and villages is downright tiring so why not base yourself in a central location for a few days and head out for a day trip or two? Munich is the perfect city to use as your base as it is close to the gorgeous Bavarian countryside, romantic villages and famous cities – and there are plenty of day trips from Munich to enjoy. You’ll want to allow at least a couple of days to see the sights of Munich but if you’re keen to get outside the city, there are plenty of excellent day tours from Munich available.
Image © Wolfilser / Adobe Stock Photo Now that your base is sorted, it’s time to decide just which day trip from Munich is right for you. The great thing is that there are tours from Munich to suit everyone and they’re not just available in summer - you can enjoy all of the following Munich day trips in winter as well. Munich to Salzburg day trip Save. Europe by the season: Where to go in Summer. The options are endless when you make your way to Europe in the peak season of summer. From city breaks in iconic cities like London and Vienna through to escaping the summer crowds with a quick stint in Istanbul, there’s more than enough to see and do in the warm summer sun. Beautiful beaches in Portugal’s Algarve and lesser visited areas like Sveti Stefan in the Balkans, relaxing holidays are also at your fingertips.
So here’s what to do and where to go this summer in Europe! City Breaks London is surprisingly pleasant in the summer time, once the sun finally makes its way through the clouds and brings the city to life! Be sure to take a picnic to the park (any park – Hyde Park being the easiest to reach for visitors) and do as the locals do by spending as much time outdoors as you can. Budapest is a great city escape in summer as this city has so much to offer including the popular thermal spas (many of which are outdoors, score!) Beaches Islands Festivals Brooke Saward. The Bare Necessities: What I wouldn't travel without. Somedays I just want to strip back and simplify the way I travel. Being a blogger doesn’t make that the easiest of tasks (requiring constant internet connection and a device to blog on), but for at least a few trips in the New Year I’m pledging to go tech free and strip back to the bare necessities.
One of the best short worded sentences I have ever read in this tech age is that “in order to connect, one must disconnect”. No truer words. So to strip back and connect (be that with the land, the people, your travel partner or just yourself), here’s how to strip back to the bare necessities… How to Travel with the Bare Necessities Time Keeper While a phone offers everything these days (torch, compass and least of all a clock), a great idea is to ditch the phone for a short holiday and take time to yourself.
Photo Taker Journal One thing I have never stopped doing throughout my travels is keeping a journal. Map Essential Essentials Packing Less is More Over to you! Brooke Saward.
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