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    WE’RE TRAVELING FOR $100 A DAY



    Our FIRST DAY in Europe, and things are already off to an interesting start 😅

    We have one day only to explore Frankfurt, Germany from our hostel in the red light district. Can 2 people backpack Europe for just $100 a day? We will let you know! 💚

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    40 Comments

    4. SMETSYSGNIMIT on

      A few years ago, my wife and I traveled across Germany, Italy and France with just our backpacks. We also flew to Frank and started there. We were already seasoned travelers and knew some secrets. Visit a few bakeries and markets and buy ingredients for lunches. Many of our dinners were at low key pubs where we would eat the special of the day. Our budget for food was $20 a day, but it was nearly impossible to stay on it. We ended up increasing that amount to $25 a day, which worked okay. We would often stay at homes that had a room for rental and found many places at $40 a night or slightly more. Often times the family would feed you dinner as well for that $40. They wanted to meet Americans and hear our stories. Munich and some of the larger cities can be a little rough at night. Also, never, ever, set your backpack down and look away, especially in crowded spaces. Also, keep your passport and some cash on your person and hide it well. There are many sites to visit that are free or very low cost. My wife and I enjoyed visiting churches, parks and bookstores. Have a great time and don't hesitate to ask for advice. Nearly everyone speaks English and we were always treated well…especially when we behaved, were kind, soft spoken…and not the typical Loud Mouth demanding American. 😂

    5. Kate Jones on

      I enjoyed this, it brought back memories of my travels in Europe! I'm hoping youll go to Rothenburg, its a beautifully preserved medieval town. If you're there overnight, the night watchman leads a walking tour most evenings. Looking forward to wherever you go, though!

    6. Teddo Peeren on

      I am following the 2 of you already a couple of years , for the travel in Germany you should have bought a month ticker for the railroad , trains , cost is 49 Euro per person for 4 weeks . When you need to buy food , all over Europe you have Aldi and Lidl , best place to save money . As soon as you come to eastern Europe , like Bulgary , Romenia , Serbia , Greece , everything is much cheaper then Countries like Germany , Austria , etc , Switzerland is very expensive . But for the best Pizza´s you have to go to Italy . Wishing you a great journey and a good time .

    7. Hooker White on

      So glad you guys are doing this and vlogging it. I've never had any interest whatsoever to go to another country. I figured I'd like to see all of USA before I go overseas and there's a lifetime of things to do and see in USA, but it's totally cool seeing the sights and methods of travel etc in other countries. Also, I remember what I was going to suggest last video…. Had you guys ever thought of trading Van Life with another couple in another country for like a month? I'm pretty sure, I seen at one time, someone did that with an Aussie couple. The Aussie couple used their van in USA and they used the Aussie couple's van in Australia. This way you don't have Van rental expenses in the other country, and you don't have the transportation cost to have your van taken to another country. Find you a couple in another country that does YT and watch their videos so you get to know them and see if they're someone you could trust or not and then hit them up for a Van swap. Seems it would sure cut down your expenses of seeing another country.

    9. Michas Reisen on

      Fun fact, the wurst is called "Frankfurter" in Vienna, Austria. In Germany it is called "Wiener". And its not a "Bockwurst" (called in another comment).
      By the way, wellcome in my hometown Munich.

    11. dporper on

      check the restaurants ratings on Google gps. Stick to 4 or 5 stars. It works in Europe too and we found it to be accurate. 😊

    13. Anne King on

      Döner is a very inexpensive Turkish/German food you definitely have to try in Germany. Also bakeries have really good sandwiches, and other pastries for a good lunch or breakfast option.

    15. Iain McCrae on

      I also have very bad motion sickness. I have been using ginger Travacalm tablets, there are many versions of them sold across the world. I have been able to fly, do bus trips, boat rides and even balloon rides without having any major issues. Hope that helps. Loving your travels.

    18. Sally Croft on

      Natalie, great job being the trip planner. You did so well gwtting to the different destinations. So surprised how nice the hostel private rooms are. Is there an age limit to renting them? Maybe the only way I could afford to see parts of Europe is backpacking. How is carrying your pack?

    20. David Colin Stillman on

      HI JIMMY & NATALIE 👋
      SEEMS LIKE YOU'RE PICKING UP THE LANGUAGE A LITTLE BETTER. THE HOT DOGS LOOKED TASTY ! THE PLACES WHERE YOU STAYED AT LOOK LIKE THEY'RE CLEAN BUT YOU BOTH WOULD KNOW BETTER. DIDN'T SEE TRASH AROUND WHERE YOU WERE GOING , BUT SAW SOME GRAFFITI WHERE YOU WERE WALKING / GOING BY . THE LAST PIZZA LOOKED LIKE FROM HERE HOPEFULLY TASTE GOOD ? HOW WERE THERE STREETS / ROADS ? SMOOTH OR POTHOLES ? BE SAFE ! HAVE FUN ! ENJOYED 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 GOD BLESS YOU BOTH ALWAYS ON YOUR ADVENTURES 🙏 THANK YOU 🙏

    22. CLM on

      Tip1: take the fruit tea bag and put it in your water bottle. It will make great flavored water 👍
      Tip2: appreciate the food in each country as they specialize there. So, no, you aren't going to get good pizza in Germany, it's not Italy😉

    25. Richard Marty on

      If you get to Berlin, you have to try a dish called curry wurst, it is to dye for. also check out the Kaiser Wilhelm Church, , Brandon Burg gate and the Checkpoint Museum.

      brank

    31. Shelly's Nest on

      Looks like you're having a blast! I know the frankfurters were huge, but c'mon… That ketchup bottle was ridiculous😂
      The "mistakes" we've seen you make are nothing serious, and they add to the memories you have and the stories you're sharing! Love it❤🐢

    32. Living-working Outside-box on

      Starting off right free is good even if its tea and coffee ☕. Just like on the States go to the supermarket and get your food. Frankfurters snap when you bite them. Lived in Germany for 8 years

      On hot days try ordering a Radler it's beer with sprite or lemonade.

      Check out Dan at Vagabond Awake. He does great boots on the ground tips for Europe but really specializes in south east asia.

      Be safe and thanks for sharing your journey outside your comfort zone. 💪👍🌞🏆🎁

    34. Kai v on

      grew up in Kassel – which is about an hour north of Frankfurt. I recommend to visit Hamburg if you can – it’s kinda like Boston.. you also have to try Currywurst and Döner Kebap at any of the middle eastern Imbiss stands

    36. Bob and Bonnie Williams on

      Hey guys, you have this amazing opportunity to enjoy Europe. We realize you’re trying to stick to your budget but don’t let that keep to from the experience of Europe. Just have fun first.

    37. Chris Bryant on

      Why would you travel to Germany just to eat pizza…. Your third world attitude Is showing…so sad that you can't be adventurous and immerse yourself in the country's culture, but expect other countries to be americanized your arrogance and ignorance is astounding maybe read up on where your traveling too you are sad little people with your closed minds

    38. R8edRV 4Fun on

      Look for nasal spray with .1 % of its main active ingredient. Most have .05 % so it will be a search. Use it the night before the flight and an hour before takeoff. This will help keep the bad stuff in the recycled air from entering your nasal "pours".

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