TRAVEL WITH TYLA • EUROPE TRIP PLANNING
Plan Your Dream European Trip
Every resource I personally use — from finding flights to getting a SIM card the moment you land.
1. Book Your Flights
Start here. Flights set your trip dates and determine the flow of everything else. I always compare a few platforms before booking to make sure I am getting the best deal.
Tyla's Tip: Set up price alerts on Google Flights first to track average prices for your preferred route, then book through one of the above platforms or directly with the airline once you see a good deal. Flying mid-week and avoiding major holiday periods (i.e. Easter and Christmas) will almost always have lower fares.
2. Find Your Stay
Whether you prefer a boutique hotel in the old town or a spacious apartment where you can live like a local, these are my go-to accommodation booking platforms.
Tyla's Tip: A lot of apartments are listed on both Booking.com and Airbnb, so make sure to check both as often the prices differ and you can save $$$.
3. Getting Around
Europe is incredibly well connected. Here's how I plan every transfer, from airport pickups to cross-country trains.
Tyla's Tip: For city-to-city travel under 4 hours, trains are almost always the move in Europe as they drop you right in the city centre. I use Omio to compare everything in one place, then book directly only if it's cheaper.
4. Tours & Activities
Pre-booking skip-the-line access and guided tours is non-negotiable at Europe's most popular sites. These are the platforms I trust and use frequently.
Tyla's Tip: Do not leave booking your tours and tickets to the last-minute as tickets to popular sights and highly rated tours sell out several days, weeks or even months in advance. Also, remember to ALWAYS read the reviews for honest and real feedback!
5. Travel Essentials
The unglamorous but essential stuff - including insurance, money, connectivity, and luggage. Sort these before you fly and everything will go smoothly.
Tyla's Tip: Install your eSIM before you board your flight, that way you will have data the second you land. I also always carry both a Wise and Revolut bank card as backup!
