In terms of size, travelling in Europe can be compared to travelling in India as it comprises of very small countries. But you can't travel entire India at one go. So assuming that your trip is of maximum two weeks, you need to pick & choose where you want to go.
For convenience of planning, you can divide Europe in four zones:
1) Western Europe - (most popular with desis) France, Switzerland, Germany, Italy.
This is the most conventional bloc of any European package. Of course, it is very scenic and comprises of many world famous monuments and sites like Eifell tower, Swiss Alps, Venice, etc. Also made popular by many movies, desis can relate to these places easily.
2) Mediterranean or Southern Europe - Spain, Greece, southern Italy, Portugal.
This region is catching up with its western counter-part with growing awareness and is more popular among the younger crowd. This region lies in the Mediterranean sea and has a sunny and pleasant climate
3) Scandinavia - Nordic region - Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark
This region is the most under-rated in terms of tourism inspite of the most scenic landscapes. This bloc is known more for business and technology and is less vibrant than other regions. However, it has the best quality of life in the entire continent but a very cold weather. Also, it is the most expensive.
4) East Europe - Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovenia, Albania, Romania, etc
This part of the continent is known to few desi tourists and therefore is less frequented by family tourists. However, it is gaining popularity among young educated travellers as it is inexpensive and offers very colourful and vibrant experience. This area is economically lagging compared to the other three. Prague is the most famous city of this belt.
So, you can follow "one-bloc-at-a-time" policy when you plan your trips to Europe. This will save you travelling time and will also suit your budget.
For convenience of planning, you can divide Europe in four zones:
1) Western Europe - (most popular with desis) France, Switzerland, Germany, Italy.
This is the most conventional bloc of any European package. Of course, it is very scenic and comprises of many world famous monuments and sites like Eifell tower, Swiss Alps, Venice, etc. Also made popular by many movies, desis can relate to these places easily.
2) Mediterranean or Southern Europe - Spain, Greece, southern Italy, Portugal.
This region is catching up with its western counter-part with growing awareness and is more popular among the younger crowd. This region lies in the Mediterranean sea and has a sunny and pleasant climate
3) Scandinavia - Nordic region - Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark
This region is the most under-rated in terms of tourism inspite of the most scenic landscapes. This bloc is known more for business and technology and is less vibrant than other regions. However, it has the best quality of life in the entire continent but a very cold weather. Also, it is the most expensive.
4) East Europe - Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovenia, Albania, Romania, etc
This part of the continent is known to few desi tourists and therefore is less frequented by family tourists. However, it is gaining popularity among young educated travellers as it is inexpensive and offers very colourful and vibrant experience. This area is economically lagging compared to the other three. Prague is the most famous city of this belt.
So, you can follow "one-bloc-at-a-time" policy when you plan your trips to Europe. This will save you travelling time and will also suit your budget.
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