Pele_Is_God Posted September 20, 2014 Share Posted September 20, 2014 Getting to the stage where I want to do more travelling. Now 27, stuck in a dead end job and I spend most of my days wondering there must be more to life than this... I have no commitments and have got savings so financially I should be sound... I am thinking of doing 6 months around Europe but haven't got the faintest idea where to start! I will be travelling alone which doesn't faze me but any tips would be greatly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heres Rixxy Posted September 20, 2014 Share Posted September 20, 2014 Firstly, do it. It'll be one of the best experiences in your life. Secondly, why Europe? As opposed to say, south America? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah O Posted September 20, 2014 Share Posted September 20, 2014 Go further than Europe. Its on our doorstep and you can do it anytime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bridge of Djoum Posted September 20, 2014 Share Posted September 20, 2014 Great idea mate. Europe is a great place to start, especially if travelling on your own. Get you used to the whole experience. Inter-railing is a good way to do it IMO. Pretty cheap, can hit many countries. http://www.interrail.eu/. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael_bolton Posted September 20, 2014 Share Posted September 20, 2014 Do it. It's easy, it's fun and you'll wonder why it took you so long. Some people like the Interrail stuff. I didn't bother with it when I went round Europe in 2005. I was a good chunk of time in Eastern Europe, wasn't worth a rail card. I can't express what a good idea this is. Of course, there are good trips to be had beyond Europe too. One thing I'd advise is not to over-plan it. If you make it too rigid a trip you'll lose the glory of just waking up and deciding to go somewhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamboy81 Posted September 21, 2014 Share Posted September 21, 2014 Your circumstances sound similar to myself when I decided to leg it. 27 is a great age to get travelling, still young but with a bit more cash in your bank account. Europe is a phenomonal place with so many cultures, languages and religions in a small space. You could think about The Americas or Asia Pacific as well, which offer something completely different it's like a whole other world. The UK passport opens alot of doors and I'd look into working visas which will allow you to top up your funds while on the go, in the event you want to stay away longer! I've travelled alone and found lots of other people do it too and it can be advantageous especially when you're young. Don't make it into your 30s or 40s wishing you'd gone when you had the chance. Go for it man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydney Posted September 21, 2014 Share Posted September 21, 2014 100% go for it. You'll be lonely at times, frustrated, maybe lost - possibly ripped off - but it'll be bloody great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bindy Badgy Posted September 21, 2014 Share Posted September 21, 2014 Going travelling is one of the best things I've done with my life. It's so awesome I've done three different 11-12 month trips. Haven't gone round Europe yet so can't offer any specific advice. However, I would echo what others have said about not sticking to a detailed itinerary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pele_Is_God Posted September 21, 2014 Author Share Posted September 21, 2014 Thanks for all the replies. I guess the only thing putting me off is leaving my job and can I get another job when I return. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BM1874 Posted September 21, 2014 Share Posted September 21, 2014 If i was in ur shoes.OP I would go for it. Love the idea of travelling europe, central, baltics and the meds. Central especially. Unfortunately its but a mere pipe dream as i am (or my mrs rather) expecting our 2nd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bindy Badgy Posted September 21, 2014 Share Posted September 21, 2014 Thanks for all the replies. I guess the only thing putting me off is leaving my job and can I get another job when I return. Obviously I know nothing about your personal circumstances with regards to the field you work in and your CV... If you're doing the standard office grind I wouldn't worry about it, there's plenty of that kind of work around. The longest it's taken me to get a new job after returning home is 4-5 weeks. If you've landed your dream job in a field that's hard to get into then your decision is somewhat different. However, if you were in that position I would doubt that you would be considering leaving? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notorious BIG Posted September 22, 2014 Share Posted September 22, 2014 Adding your traveling to your cv will impress employers too Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BM1874 Posted September 22, 2014 Share Posted September 22, 2014 If i was in ur shoes.OP I would go for it. Love the idea of travelling europe, central, baltics and the meds. Central especially. Unfortunately its but a mere pipe dream as i am (or my mrs rather expecting our 2nd. Should probably elaborate. Delighted.to have 1 already and also to be adding to the troop, but whilst travelling door is rammed shut for now will reopen when kids r older and with kids opens up a whole bunch of able opportunities amd places to go and do /see. So please dont think for a minute im unhappy as im not. Op.good luck on ur travels. Poland is highly recommended (more than cheap voddie and the other sex u know.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pele_Is_God Posted September 23, 2014 Author Share Posted September 23, 2014 I work for the nhs in a clerical position so it's not exactly my dream job! Just have a fear of coming back and being unemployed for a long time.... of course that's if I do come back! Yes Poland is one of the places I would like to visit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cairneyhill Jambo Posted September 23, 2014 Share Posted September 23, 2014 One of mates years ago travelled around Europe by train on a European rail pass. He basically travelled through the night to cut down on accomodation costs and awoke in a different city each day. He did spend some time in some of the cities though, staying in hostels. You can still get them. They are about ?300 for a months rail travel. http://www.interrail.eu/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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