low budget backpacking in England

evilgene · 11-01-2009, 12:54 PM

hey there, I am a student, flying to London from Germany, for a 2-3 weeks Christmas new year holiday, I am indeed planning a low budget trip in England (could be London and nearby cities, or further away from London), and if my budget allows, I will definitely travel to Wales and Scotland.

I've found a cheap backpacker hostel in London, but am still working on accommodation out of London (if I happen to travel to somewhere else).

Seeking advice on available transport pass, cheap accommodation, etc. Thanks in advanced.

VacationBuddy · 11-01-2009, 01:23 PM

Hi there,

Since you're a student, I would suggest obtaining an International Student Identity Card as this card will give you savings on some travel and London Hostels, and cheaper or free entry to museums, art galleries and other places of entertainment in England.

It will also give a discount off membership of the Youth Hostel Association. You can obtain a card from your local student travel office or student union.

Hope this helps
Vacationbuddy

evilgene · 11-01-2009, 11:26 PM

thanks for replying :)
May I also seek advice on itinerary? Am still working on it, any ideas are appreciated.
Many thanks.

VacationBuddy · 11-02-2009, 02:19 AM

Sure, no problems, we can help with that.

Some of the must see attractions when you're in London include:

- Riding the London Eye at night for stunning views

- Visiting the Tower of London: Home to the Crown Jewels

- Visiting Buckingham Palace & the changing of the guard.

Also, you could consider a few London day trips such as:

- Day trip to Windsor Castle

- Day trip to the mysterious Stonehenge

- Day trip to the Roman spas of genteel Bath.

- Day trip to the famous universities at Oxford and Cambridge.

Hope this helps
Vacationbuddy

alex2213 · 11-27-2009, 05:04 AM

Hi evilgene,

Advise number ONE: Create an account in hostelworld. com (you'll find the best deals there) and become a member of couchsurfing. com. I've used couch surfing to travel all around europe and never paid a penny for hotels, plus you get to stay in locals' houses. Brilliant experience

11-01-2009, 12:54 PM	#1 (permalink)
evilgene Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 2	low budget backpacking in England hey there, I am a student, flying to London from Germany, for a 2-3 weeks Christmas new year holiday, I am indeed planning a low budget trip in England (could be London and nearby cities, or further away from London), and if my budget allows, I will definitely travel to Wales and Scotland. I've found a cheap backpacker hostel in London, but am still working on accommodation out of London (if I happen to travel to somewhere else). Seeking advice on available transport pass, cheap accommodation, etc. Thanks in advanced.

11-01-2009, 01:23 PM	#2 (permalink)
VacationBuddy Administrator Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 1,638	Re: low budget backpacking in England Hi there, Since you're a student, I would suggest obtaining an International Student Identity Card as this card will give you savings on some travel and London Hostels, and cheaper or free entry to museums, art galleries and other places of entertainment in England. It will also give a discount off membership of the Youth Hostel Association. You can obtain a card from your local student travel office or student union. Hope this helps Vacationbuddy __________________ Click here to become a fan of Destination360 on Facebook

11-01-2009, 11:26 PM	#3 (permalink)
evilgene Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 2	Re: low budget backpacking in England thanks for replying :) May I also seek advice on itinerary? Am still working on it, any ideas are appreciated. Many thanks.

11-02-2009, 02:19 AM	#4 (permalink)
VacationBuddy Administrator Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 1,638	Re: low budget backpacking in England Sure, no problems, we can help with that. Some of the must see attractions when you're in London include: - Riding the London Eye at night for stunning views - Visiting the Tower of London: Home to the Crown Jewels - Visiting Buckingham Palace & the changing of the guard. Also, you could consider a few London day trips such as: - Day trip to Windsor Castle - Day trip to the mysterious Stonehenge - Day trip to the Roman spas of genteel Bath. - Day trip to the famous universities at Oxford and Cambridge. Hope this helps Vacationbuddy __________________ Click here to become a fan of Destination360 on Facebook

11-27-2009, 05:04 AM	#5 (permalink)
alex2213 Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 11	Re: low budget backpacking in England Hi evilgene, Advise number ONE: Create an account in hostelworld. com (you'll find the best deals there) and become a member of couchsurfing. com. I've used couch surfing to travel all around europe and never paid a penny for hotels, plus you get to stay in locals' houses. Brilliant experience


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