What should I pay attention to when I plan to travel to Europe with my husband?

Common sense of European tourism 1. Preparation before departure 1) Please bring your passport, ID card, air ticket and personal travel articles and meet at the designated place on time. 2) Prepare clothes according to the season. The average temperature in Europe is 0-5 degrees Celsius in winter and 20-26 degrees Celsius in summer. It is about 8- 10 degrees lower than during the day. Dress should be light and comfortable, and there is no special requirement for other occasions except the formal dress required by European casinos. Hotels in Europe generally don't. Don't bring disposable articles such as toothbrush, toothpaste and slippers. Out of environmental awareness. Tourists should bring their own. 3) At present, RMB cannot be used in Europe, and there are few places to exchange Hong Kong dollars. Therefore, you must take US dollars with you when you go to Europe, and prepare as many small denominations of US dollars as possible for your own use, including 1 yuan, 5 yuan, 10 yuan and 20 yuan. China said that according to the foreign exchange carrying permit of the United States, every citizen can carry $2,000 in foreign exchange when traveling abroad. 4) Because buying drugs in European pharmacies requires a doctor's prescription and the medical expenses are expensive, it is necessary to carry commonly used drugs with you in case of emergency. 5) It is recommended that you use a suitcase with wheels, which is convenient for boarding and carrying. 6) If you need to carry 139, 138, 137, 136, 135 mobile phones, please turn on the international function at the local telecommunication office before you leave. Second, safety is the most important issue. Europe is full of thieves, and robbery is often heard. Therefore, passports/air tickets/money and valuables must be carried close to the body, and satchels should be slung over the shoulders to prevent gangsters from robbing from behind on motorcycles. The most dangerous cities are mainly Paris/Milan/Rome. If things are left in hotels and tour buses, tourists are responsible. Hotel lobbies and restaurants are often visited by thieves. Although Europeans rarely run red lights, it is better to be careful when crossing the road. Third, European laws are different from those of China. American drivers must have a rest time of nine consecutive hours, and the driving time should not exceed nine hours every day. So drivers who ask to work overtime at night may be rejected. No smoking, no food with skin, no ice cream, etc. You can get on the tour bus at any time. For environmental reasons, drivers are not allowed to turn on the air conditioner when parking, otherwise they will be fined. When you take a bath in the hotel, don't pour water on the floor, or the hotel will be fined 500 dollars. Four. Passport inspection and shopping tax refund. Generally speaking, European countries do not need to check their passports. There are almost no national boundaries between countries, but passports must be checked when entering or leaving Europe. Shopping tax rebate is a policy in Europe. Some shops refund the tax on the spot, while others need to refund the tax at the airport of the last stop country. The tour guide will explain and help you. Listen to the leader's advice when shopping, otherwise I will lose money if I can eat, and I won't get a tax refund. 5. Diet and tourism in Europe. Generally speaking, breakfast is a western food in the hotel, and sometimes it is very simple (just two pieces of bread, a glass of juice or milk). Westerners hate wasting food very much. Lunch and dinner are usually Chinese food. 6. Don't leave the team if you can make a phone call or change lines. You must know the hotel address, telephone number, room number and tourist license plate number of the tour leader. In case you get lost, you can find the team. You'd better buy a telephone magnetic card, because the telephone charge in the hotel is very expensive, and you have to pay the local telephone charge. Generally speaking, dial 0 for external calls, 0086 for China calls and 00 186 for Hongkong calls. In short, it is better to know the leaders in advance. Telephone cards vary from place to place, but German cards and Dutch cards can be used universally. Telephone cards can be bought at gas stations, small shops, cigarette shops and newsstands. You know, there may be a handling fee of 10% for changing money in local currency in the United States, but hotels don't charge handling fees. There is a handling fee of HK$ 50 for changing money in a Hong Kong bank. Your inexhaustible foreign currency can be converted into dollars or Hong Kong dollars in Hong Kong. Seven, shopping in the Netherlands can buy diamonds, clogs, chocolate, sheepskin, windmills and so on. France can buy perfume, leather shoes, fashion, purses and other specialties. Belgium can buy portraits of children who urinate. Germans can buy a knife.

Before you leave the hotel, you must check whether you have forgotten anything. The room key should be returned to the reception desk. In a hotel, you usually tip $65,438 +0-2 and ask the bellboy to help you with your luggage. 3) You have to pay for going to the toilet in Europe, which is equivalent to about RMB 4 yuan. Coke, cigarettes, movies, etc. It's very expensive in China. Telephoto cameras and video cameras must be declared when they leave China Customs to avoid paying taxes when they return. Nine. Precautions: 1) No spitting, smoking, littering, making loud noises in public places, wearing sports shoes, jeans, T-shirts, etc. When I went to the casino, Don't cut in line, unreliable people get too close and keep it at arm's length. 2) Never put valuables, cameras, video cameras or camera batteries in checked baggage when flying. 3) Some hotels in Europe don't have air conditioning, because it's not hot at night, but they all have heating. The water in the bathroom can be drunk directly. 4) Don't forget to bring your ID card, or I can't leave the country if you win. Entry and exit cards for China and Hongkong can be filled out by tour guides, but you don't need to fill them out when you are out of Europe. 5) The time difference between Europe and China is 6 hours in summer and 7 hours in winter. Smoking is not allowed in the bathroom on the plane. 6) After receiving the checked baggage, be sure to remove the old note on it to prevent misunderstanding when checking the baggage next time, which will lead to the luggage being transported to the wrong place. Many European countries have their own languages, but English is widely used. Store opening hours-European stores are open from Monday to Saturday, from 9 am to 5 pm. The law stipulates that Sunday is a rest day. But some convenience stores, gas stations and some shops in tourist areas are exceptions. European international telephone number International telephone area code of each country: such as Denmark 45 France 33 Sweden 46 Finland 358, etc. To call from China to Denmark, dial 0045 first, and then the number you want to dial. To call China from a European country, dial 0086 first, then add the area code and telephone number. In Europe, it is usually expensive to make a phone call in a hotel room. It suggests buying a European calling card, because it will be more economical to use an IP calling card. If you don't mind the high roaming fee, China Telecom's mobile phones can be used in all European countries. European tourism diet-Europe has rich cuisines with various tastes and consumption levels from all over the world. Food with local flavor is more abundant, including Gravlax (pickled raw salmon fillets) and rainbow trout. Leipajuusto (bread cheese) is a kind of cheese that is baked until it is crisp before the fire. It is usually eaten with coffee and berries. Allen pancakes are delicious, too. They are baked in the oven, seasoned with cardamom, and then added with a sauce mixed with jam and cream. They are delicious and unforgettable. Denmark is a world-famous beer producer, and the famous brand Carlsberg is a Danish product. Delicious food with refreshing beer will definitely make you memorable. European hotels and local travel agencies keep in touch with nearby doctors. When you need to solve your disease, you can arrive at once. However, the free medical insurance system in northern Europe is not aimed at short-term travelers, so buying medical and accident insurance is a measure that must be taken before traveling. European tourist transportation-Due to special geographical reasons, in Europe, ferries and cruise ships are widely used in addition to public transportation such as airplanes, trains and cars, especially the 60,000-ton luxury cruise ship SiljaLine sailing between Helsinki, Finland and Stockholm, Sweden. Siljaline is not only a means of transportation, but also a fashionable way of leisure travel. Casinos, nightclubs, bars, restaurants, saunas, cinemas, discos, karaoke bars and other luxury facilities. This cruise ship attracts many tourists. Basic etiquette that should be paid attention to when traveling abroad: * Ladies are preferred-ladies should be polite when entering the door, getting in and out of the elevator, choosing restaurant seats, taking a seat, etc. * Greetings-get used to shaking hands and try to learn some local greetings; * Dining-pay attention to your dining posture. Don't put your arms on the table. Don't eat from the plate with your mouth. Don't make any noise when drinking soup or drinks, and don't make any noise when eating.

* Westerners generally taboo 13 and Friday. When dating guests in Europe, remember to avoid these two numbers. * Laughing with your hand over your mouth can be misunderstood. The French think this is a secret hint between people, while the British think it is a mockery. Therefore, this is not a good move. Don't talk loudly, drink or eat in museums, art galleries and churches. Don't be topless in church. Some people don't. Shorts and short skirts are not allowed. Animals such as elephants, peacocks and cranes are regarded as auspicious, festive and longevity animals in China, while in some western countries they are regarded as symbols of stupidity (Britain), adulteress (Britain, France) and stupidity (France). When giving gifts in communication, it is forbidden to give gifts to people who have the following behaviors ... European Travels (1). If you carry more luggage, you must divide it into checked luggage and carry-on luggage. The weight of the checked baggage shall not exceed 20kg (44 lbs), while the carry-on baggage (the size shall not exceed 22 inches 14 inches and 4 inches). If the weight exceeds the regulations, the guest will pay a fine. Take good care of your travel documents and personal belongings, and don't put valuables in the checked baggage compartment when flying or taking the bus. Please abide by the laws of various countries, and it is strictly forbidden to carry profit-making personal items and illegal items, otherwise you will bear the consequences. Please note that smoking is allowed only when there is a smoking room or smoking area in the airport. Please observe the boarding time. You must arrive at the boarding gate 30 minutes before the plane takes off. Overdue, the consequences are at your own risk. If the flight is delayed to take off or transit, immediately notify the travel agency or our company's emergency telephone number for immediate and proper handling. If you have any difficulties, you can ask the airport staff to show your ticket for help. The seats on the plane are arranged by English names: A, B and C in turn, or if the husband and wife, relatives and friends are not together, please don't worry, wait for the plane to take off smoothly, and then adjust yourself. If the red light shows that smoking is prohibited on the plane, it means that smoking is prohibited, and wearing a seat belt means wearing a seat belt. Please observe it. Food is provided on the plane (meals are arranged according to the flight departure time, flight time and arrival time), and snacks are occasionally provided. Members can consult the flight attendants in detail. Group activities are the safest way to travel. When traveling abroad, please avoid leaving the group and acting alone. When you get off the plane and arrive at your destination, please give the original passport and round-trip ticket to the tour guide or tour leader for safekeeping. At the same time, it is also convenient for the tour guide to reconfirm the group's return flight and stay in the hotel. It is a model of modern European culture and civilization. Hello, thank you. I'm sorry and other civilized expressions can be seen everywhere. After you push the door, please pay attention to whether there is anyone behind you. If so, hold the door and invite the people behind. Ladies and gentlemen are preferred; No spitting, smoking, littering, making a loud noise in public places or cutting in line. Precautions in Europe (2) You must write down the address, contact number and room number of each station leader so that you can return to your hotel in case of separation. When participating in large-scale tourist attractions or arranging free activities or shopping, you must remember the time and place of assembly. If you want to go out to the toilet or something else, you should also say hello to the tour guide and group members. Pay attention to safety when traveling. There are few red lights in Europe. Please cross the road carefully. The power plug in Europe is double-hole, which is different from that in China. In addition, the hotel does not have an adapter plug. Please bring your own. Traveling abroad is very mobile, thieves are everywhere, and robbery happens from time to time. So cash, cameras, jewelry, watches and other valuables must be carried with you. Watch out for the robbery behind you when you walk. When leaving a tour bus, hotel or restaurant, you must take valuables with you. If you lose something, the guest must be responsible. There are places that are prone to theft: stations, airports, restaurants and hotels in various countries. Tour bus: please remember the name, color, driver's car name, contact number and car number in case you can't find it. In order to protect the safety of drivers and guests, European traffic laws stipulate that drivers should not sleep more than 10 hour every day, but work less than 12 hour. Therefore, d

Do not eat ice cream, eat food with skin, smoke, etc. Don't take off your shoes in the car. Because I have to walk around every day, my feet are prone to sweat and smell, and the car is a closed space, and the smell is easy to hang in the car. Please cooperate. In many places in Europe, in order to ensure long-term sightseeing, parking is not allowed or only getting on and off in many places, so there will be some roads between the parking place and the sightseeing area, or you must move quickly when getting on and off. Please cooperate with all parties and ask about the assembly time and the parking place of the tour bus when getting on and off. Hotel: After arriving at the hotel, please wait for the room number and key to be allocated in the lobby of the counter, and pay attention to obtaining the business card (content: hotel name, address, contact number, etc. ) from the tour guide. Notes for Europe (3) Remember the room number of the tour leader/guide in case of emergency. Before going back to the house, be sure to ask the time and place clearly, and meet the time and place tomorrow morning. European tap water meets drinking standards, so hotels generally do not provide boiling water service. Guests who have the habit of hot drinks must bring their own boiling water utensils. A room for two is standard. Some hotels will set up a double bed or two beds of different sizes for the convenience of family tourists with children. This needs to be distributed by group members living in the same room. Please leave the key at the lobby counter when you go out for the convenience of your roommate. After entering the room, please immediately check whether the facilities in the room can be used normally. If you have any questions, please report them to the tour guide or tour leader immediately so as to deal with them in time. There are some small differences in the location of flushing toilets in each hotel. Please find a switch near the toilet to flush. Please don't throw toilet paper into the toilet, in case the toilet is blocked. Most hotels in Europe are equipped with showers and there is no water outlet outside the bathtub. Please take good care of blazy when taking a bath, so as to avoid water overflowing during the bath, which will cause water to flow from the bathroom to the carpet in the room. Carpets don't dry easily in water, which is a great loss for hotels. The hotel will ask the guests to compensate for the loss. European hotels are dimly lit, please forgive me. Every hotel room in Europe has different closing and locking methods. Please pay attention to whether the door is closed when you go out. Never leave valuables in the room. This hotel is full of tourists from all over the world. If you lose valuables, you will bear the consequences. Please don't walk and talk loudly outside the room or in corridors and restaurants in pajamas and slippers. Please close the door so as not to affect other tenants. Generally, hotels have closed-circuit TV programs, but you have to PAY according to the viewing time, so don't touch any buttons with the words Pay or P on the TV remote control easily. Try to avoid talking on the phone in the hotel room, because the hotel will charge a high service fee and additional tax. It is suggested that the most economical way is to use a magnetic card or a pay phone. For international calls to Europe, please note: China area code: 0086. Telephone magnetic cards can be bought at gas stations, small shops, cigarette shops and newsstands. Please ask the tour guide and tour leader to know clearly in advance. Please accept it with satisfaction.