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The British (and Europeans in general) place a high value on speaking quietly in res-
taurants and on trains. Listen while on the bus or in a restaurant—the place can be packed,
but the decibel level is low. Try to adjust your volume accordingly to show respect for the
culture.
Although the British look bemusedly at some of our Yankee excesses—and worriedly
at others—they nearly always afford us individual travelers all the warmth we deserve.
Judging from all the happy feedback I receive from travelers who have used this topic,
it's safe to assume you'll enjoy a great, affordable vacation—with the finesse of an inde-
pendent, experienced traveler.
Thanks, and have a brilliant holiday!
Back Door Travel Philosophy
From Rick Steves Europe Through the Back Door
Travel is intensified living—maximum thrills per minute and one of the last great
sources of legal adventure. Travel is freedom. It's recess, and we need it.
Experiencing the real Europe requires catching it by surprise, going casu-
al...“through the Back Door.”
Affording travel is a matter of priorities. (Make do with the old car.) You can
eat and sleep—simply, safely, and enjoyably—anywhere in Europe for $125 a day
plus transportation costs. In many ways, spending more money only builds a thicker
wall between you and what you traveled so far to see. Europe is a cultural carnival,
and time after time, you'll find that its best acts are free and the best seats are the
cheap ones.
A tight budget forces you to travel close to the ground, meeting and commu-
nicating with the people. Never sacrifice sleep, nutrition, safety, or cleanliness to
save money. Simply enjoy the local-style alternatives to expensive hotels and res-
taurants.
Connecting with people carbonates your experience. Extroverts have more fun.
If your trip is low on magic moments, kick yourself and make things happen. If
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