Hi All- My boyfriend and I are planning a trip to Europe in April of 09. We know we want to do about 2 weeks. We want to do maybe 2 0r 3 countries. We are thinking about Barcelona, Madrid, Seville and Lisbon/Algarve. Or we are thinking Northern France and Belgium/Netherlands. Both have great options. My bf really enjoyed Germany when we were there. And I love Spain. Anyone have any suggestions, so we can stop the debate and start the planning. Thanks-Kim
Posted by
Bloomington, IL, USA
9371 posts
Kim, you'll find lots of tips for getting started planning an itinerary in the General Europe part of this helpline. Scroll down and you'll find a topic called Itinerary Planning Tips (Especially for First Timers). There is a lot of information here from helpline participants that can help you in making your decisions or knowing what questions to ask.
Posted by
Boston
4132 posts
I don't know how to stop the debate--it boils down to a matter of personal taste. On isn't objectively "better" than the other.
Northern France + Benelux is more compact and flatter and in other ways simpler to get around, if that matters. Iberia will be warmer that time of year, if that does.
Posted by
tampa, florida, united states
25 posts
i would go back to madrid and seville in a heartbeat! great food! great wine! not as pricey as most of europe. have fun!