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Welcome back for Part 2 of this two-part European transport series! This episode covers the transport options that either unlock Europe's best hidden gems or cause unnecessary stress.

In this practical two-part series, Tyla breaks down everything you need to know about navigating Europe's complex and layered transport systems. Sharing her honest advice and extensive knowledge from years of traveling across the continent using every mode of transport imaginable and making many mistakes along the way.

So if you're curious about navigating Europe by ferry, rental car or city transport, I suggest you grab a cup of coffee, get comfy, and prepare to take notes as we break down how to navigate Europe like a pro!

In this episode, you'll learn…

• Tip and ticks for navigating ferries in Greece, Croatia, Italy's northern lakes, Adriatic crossings and Scandinavia
• The difference between hydrofoil ferries and regular ferries
• Why advance bookings for ferries in the summer months are essential
• Essential documents needed to rent a car in Europe (Hint: international driver's permit)
• When renting a car makes sense and when it doesn't!
• Things to look out for when comparing rental cars (i.e. automatic versus manual transmission availability, petrol vs electric)
• European road rules: From driving on the right in continental Europe to different speed limits, vignette requirements and restricted traffic zones
• How to navigate major European cities by metro, bus and tram
• Why it's important to download local transport apps before you arrive
• When taxis and ride-share apps (Uber and Bolt) are the better option

Links & Resources Mentioned

• Custom Trip Planning Services
• Ferry Booking Platforms - Ferryhopper.com and Navigazione Laghi (Italian lakes)
• Car Rental Platforms - Discovercars.com and Booking.com
• Public Transport Apps - Google Maps and Citymapper
• Rideshare Apps - Uber, Bolt and Free Now

What's next?

✨ Book a Trip Consultation - let's start planning your dream trip to Europe!

✨ Browse and download our collection of itineraries at travelwithtyla.com

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