Leslie'stoptraveltips

"Plan your trips around long weekends. I initially planned to visit only London and Amsterdam but ended up exploring 10 other countries. Look ahead to find cheaper flight options for specific weekends and buy your tickets in advance Even last-minute tickets can be affordable and work out well If you dislike stopovers and changing transport mid-journey, stick to Flixbus for travel within countries like Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands. When touring different cities in a country, consider flying into one city and departing from another to avoid unnecessary backtracking (e.g. flying into Santorini and flying out of Mykonos). Surprisingly, this option is often cheaper than you'd expect. Invest in a spacious, waterproof travel backpack. While your quick trip may only require a personal item, a good bag will offer enough space for essentials and souvenirs. I recommend the GotBag, which I initially laughed at but ended up falling in love with, as it fit two pairs of shoes, nine outfits, and toiletries comfortably.

Don't hesitate to travel on your own. Solo travel is more common than you might think, and I found just as much enjoyment in exploring on my own as I did with others. Embrace the adventure and seize the opportunity to explore the world independently."

"For budget travel and travel planning, use apps or websites like Skyscanner, Omio, Trainline, and Rome2Rio to plan your routes or look for the cheapest transportation options."

"If you're looking to fly from Maastricht, there are lots of airports at your disposal - you can search from Maastricht, Eindhoven (my fav!), Amsterdam, Brussels Intl, or Brussels Charleroi."