Planning your first trip to Europe is exciting—but it can also be overwhelming. There are so many incredible places to see, things to do, trains to catch, foods to try, and decisions to make that it's easy to accidentally turn your dream vacation into a stressful one.

In this episode of Beyond the Brochure, we're talking about some of the most common mistakes first-time visitors to Europe make—and, more importantly, what you should do instead.

We'll talk about everything from trying to see too much in one trip to overlooking the importance of location, transportation, realistic timing, and leaving room to actually enjoy the places you're visiting.

Because Europe isn't about checking as many boxes as possible.

I'm Katy, a European Travel Specialist and travel advisor who believes your vacation should be about more than simply getting from one destination to another.

I've had the opportunity to live in Europe, travel throughout Europe, experience river cruising firsthand, and help clients plan everything from European adventures and luxury cruises to all-inclusive escapes.

Through Beyond the Brochure, my goal is to share the travel information, tips, experiences, and behind-the-scenes knowledge that you don't always get when you're simply looking at a beautiful travel brochure.

Because sometimes what you don't know before you go can make all the difference

If you're planning your first trip to Europe, don't feel like you have to figure everything out on your own.

A great itinerary isn't necessarily the one that visits the most places.

It's the one that gives you the opportunity to experience the places you came all that way to see.

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