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Travel agents can answer all your questions when it comes to planning for an international trip. But even his counseling may overlook some of the more basic information that can head off frustrations and add to one's enjoyment of a European vacation. This is a useful survival guide for first time travelers and people who want to say money.
It is easy to spot those drivers who offer you a ride to your hotel outside the airports. Pay no mind to them if you do not want to pay double what an ordinary cab will charge you for the same route. Better yet, board the regular airport coach whose average charge in most cities is about a dollar.
When you arrive, make sure to change around 5 to 10 dollars to local currency for your necessary expense before you reach your hotel. Also, know what the rate of your hotel is and find out if they have inclusions. Knowing the rate will assure you that your agent gave you the right estimate. For convert tickets, directions or store hours the hotel concierge will be able to assist you. The concierge is always prepared and ready to serve you.
Never convert all you money at one or you will have excess local currency that you cannot exchange for dollars. Do all your financial transactions in banks and well known money changers. Always be aware of the exchange rate to avoid any discrepancies.
Never fell constrained into paying or tipping the bellboys for the service he is giving you. A rotation system is strictly followed by the bellboys so never is it just one person serving you. Keep in mind that paying for bills before you leave the hotel will save you hassles in the long run. You will be able to see possible mistakes made to your statement and at the same time get local currency to pay for it.
Rental transportation should be booked before you plan to contract it, without forgetting that the gas is not free. Making early reservation for prominent restaurants is best.
There will be disenchantment on your part if you will not have a reservation. Vacant seats are reserved for those who booked earlier and it is not management trying to push you away. 10 to 15 percent is charged to your bill in restaurants for service.
However, a lot of Americans still practice over tipping. The wine list may overwhelm you so stick to the house wine or enlist the help of the waiter for the one that is best but also under you price range. If a wine steward is available then he could be expecting a tip for you after the night ends.
