C, P.O. Box 1754, New York 10185. Investigate hotel programs such as Best Western's Euro-Guestcheques, which allows travelers to pay a basic rate in advance, in dollars, for lodging in more than 700 European hotels. Stop at city tourist offices in Europe for information on events, discounts and lodging Take trains between cities. They're fast and frequent. If you plan to rent a car, reserve it before you go abroad.
Costs are lower in the United States.
Travel beyond major cities. Prices will be lower. Eat where the locals eat. Use charge cards when possible to reduce transaction fees and to obtain good exchange rates. Also, use automatic-teller machines for favorable exchange rates in obtaining local currency.