First Time Adventurers NEED HELP!
I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed, as this site has an abundance of helpful information. However, I DON'T KNOW WHERE TO START. A friend and I would like to tour Europe, start in Spain and work our way east, then up and over ending in Ireland. Perhaps someone who has done a similar trip would be interested in helping us make appropriate preparations.
Some things we need more information on:
BIKES: best bike suggestions for women (and less advanced riders)
Visas/Passports/Carnes: How does all this work and what of it do we need for Europe (we are American citizens and would be most likely flying over ourselves and the bikes) Are there any other documents we must have? Like insurance (health/auto)? What kinds?
How to know where to go: Best maps, GPS, etc...
ACCOMMODATIONS: This is a biggy. We do plan to camp a lot, in order to save $. Where to camp? Best hostels/hotels for people on bikes?
MONEY: How to handle purchases and currency. Is it best to have cash? Can you use your American Credit/Debit cards?
Also, how much is enough!??? Everyone is different I know, but a general idea of how much to bring would be nice.
*making money in another country if you're not a citizen???
KNOWING HOW TO BUDGET!
Oh and Equipping the bikes... What is essential to a successful trip and what is commonly suggested?
HELP!!! I know this is a lot to ask but the best advice comes from those who have been there and done it.
We appreciate anything you can share even if it's just a good website or a useful book!
Thanks!
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