Pham Nhat Linh (22 years old, Son La) is currently an international student in the UK. Nhat Linh is a girl who loves to travel, experiences and learn from many different cultures. "I really appreciate being able to set foot in the countries I love at the age of 22," Nhat Linh shared with Travellive. The self-prepared trip helped Linh gain more experience and maturity, and will certainly leave many useful travel tips for readers in this article.
Pham Nhat Linh (22 years old) had a 14-day trip through France - Switzerland - Italy - Vatican.
LEISURE IN FRANCE
"For Linh, France is a symbol not only because of its famous historical architecture, but also because of the way the French preserve cultural traditions and promote tourism. Almost every time I plan to travel to Europe, France will probably be at the top of the list of must-go destinations," Nhat Linh shared.
Peaceful view from the Seine River.
Stroll the streets.
To see the whole city and the daily life of the people, Nhat Linh chose to take a boat tour on the Seine River at sunset. Paris in Linh's eyes is the peaceful rhythm of Paris with people exercising, sitting and chatting along the river in the late afternoon.
Regarding architectural works, Linh thinks that the Louvre Museum or the Palace of Versailles are two places not to be missed. "I am really impressed and overwhelmed by the luxury and power of the symbol of French feudalism - the Palace of Versailles. The long-standing architectural heritage attracts millions of tourists every year, every day tourists line up very long to visit, so everyone remember to buy tickets in advance to avoid having to wait long", Nhat Linh suggested.
The Louvre Museum is a must-see destination when visiting Paris.
When traveling to Paris, everyone will definitely try cakes and croissants, but there is also a famous specialty here that everyone can consider trying: beef tartare (raw ground beef). A special note when traveling in Paris: buy train tickets to the center right at the airport to save costs. In addition, you should buy individual tickets, weekly tickets at the train stations will be cheaper. Train tickets here are also relatively small, easy to drop and confuse, so be careful.
AMAZING WITH SWITZERLAND
"Switzerland is truly a dream for me, just leisurely strolling in the villages is already wonderful. Take the time to visit the dreamy villages of Grindelwald, LauterBrunnen, Iseltwald to truly immerse yourself in the beautiful scenery", Nhat Linh shared.
Every scene in Switzerland can produce beautiful photos.
In addition to sightseeing, Linh also suggests participating in games in Switzerland. There are many places to play paragliding, but Nhat Linh chooses First because this is one of the most beautiful views. You should book tickets in advance according to the information Paragliding First mountain, prepare sunglasses to avoid glare because it is very sunny.
Nhat Linh paragliding in First, Switzerland.
"Because prices in Switzerland are higher than most other European countries, most tourists often go to the supermarket and cook for themselves, which is both delicious and saves money. Travel costs in Switzerland are also quite expensive, so plan your destinations to choose the right pass (train ticket)," Linh noted.
WANDERING IN ITALY
"I have always loved Italy because of the romance of Venice, the luxury fashion capital of Milan and the ancient history of Rome such as the Trevi Fountain with the legend of the coin toss, the Roman arena with more than 2000 years of history", Nhat Linh shared. This is also the country she spent a lot of time exploring.
Nhat Linh spends a lot of time exploring Italy.
Don't miss the Trevi Fountain, a typical art icon with exquisite carvings. Visitors often throw coins into the fountain as a way to promise to return to Rome in the future. "There are also many tourists here, so everyone should be careful. However, don't worry too much because there are police on duty day and night around," Nhat Linh noted.
Don't forget to toss a coin at the Trevi Fountain to return to Italy in the future.
When you come to Italy, you must visit the Colosseum, a great historical structure, the quintessence of ancient architecture. You must also admire the Duomo Milan, the most important religious structure in the world - built over 600 years, a testament to the patience and creative capacity of human beings.
Not only is Italy a famous destination for its architecture, it is also one of the countries with the most unique cuisine in Europe. "Spend more time to explore the food here: seafood pasta in Venice, gelato in Rome and definitely try Italian pizza to complete the culinary journey," Nhat Linh shared.
Seafood pasta in Venice.
Gelato in Rome.
VISIT THE VATICAN
Closing the 14-day journey of traveling to 4 countries with the Vatican, the smallest country in the world, located in the heart of Rome. "Although I am not religious, I was inspired by the stories about the holy land of the Vatican - a sacred place that any Catholic would want to set foot in. The country is the official residence of the Pope, and also the place where the quintessence of human Renaissance art converges", Nhat Linh shared.
Buy tickets in advance to make your travel convenient and save time.
SOME NOTES FOR THE TRIP
Take advantage of booking sightseeing tickets before your trip, you can book through Klook to get cheap tickets. Check the weather of each area before your trip to prepare suitable clothes. In addition, you can prepare some fast food in case you do not adapt to the cuisine. You may have to walk a lot during your European tour, so prepare your physical strength well before your trip.
To ensure safety, be careful when going to train stations, on public transport or in public areas. "Although I have heard a lot about robberies in France, I am worried and insecure, but I do not let that information affect my mood and experience. I am just alert and cautious by wearing my bag in front and in crowded places. Luckily, the trip was safe, even though I encountered many suspicious people, I proactively avoided them immediately," Nhat Linh noted.
In addition, you also need to prepare suitable payment methods. "Linh uses Revolut bank card because the exchange rate is quite good, exchange on weekdays because there is an additional fee on weekends. Also prepare some extra cash when necessary. Regarding SIM, I use Voxi roaming for 15 days," she suggested.
