What is the recommended mode of transportation for traveling to Europe?

I stayed in Europe for a year and often traveled freely. The following is my experience sharing, I hope it will help you ~

Every country in Europe is small and public transportation is relatively perfect. When I arrive at a place, I usually choose subway, bus and walk. Many countries have smart cards similar to China IC cards, which can be bought at railway stations and airports. If you buy a prepaid card, you can use the local bus. Of course, there are also thick-skinned people who don't buy bus tickets, because no one checks tickets in many European countries, and they can save a lot of money without being caught. But I am timid and thin-skinned, and I usually buy tickets honestly.

You can choose trains between cities or neighboring countries, because the railway stations are all in the city center, making it more convenient to travel. However, it should be emphasized that European train tickets are different from our pricing system and fluctuate according to the market. So if you can plan your trip in advance, it will be very cost-effective to buy tickets in the off-season. Otherwise, buy a ticket before going out, and the price will scare you to death.

The above are the transportation options for conventional landlocked countries, but if there are islands in the itinerary, planes and ships must be taken into account. For example, after visiting Greece and the capital Athens, many people still want to go to santorini. At this time, they can only choose planes and ships. I suffered a loss here. I wanted to go by boat, but I was delayed and didn't get a ticket. I have to choose a plane. The flight time from Athens to the Holy Island was terrible. We can only stay at the airport for one night, which is really uncomfortable, so planning is very important.

Finally, I would like to remind you that the security measures of public transport in Europe are very poor except airplanes. You should always be vigilant and protect your property and safety ~ Have fun ~

From Xia Zi, a down-to-earth intellectual. Wechat official account: Xia Zi English class