Everything You Need to
Plan a Trip to Europe

Planning a trip to Europe sounds incredible until the overwhelm sets in. Where do you even start? This eBook is the practical, honest advice I wish I’d had before my first solo international flight—and it’s the same guidance I share with every friend or family member who tells me they’re finally ready to go.

Whether you’re a first-timer or a returning traveler who still feels like they’re winging it, Plan a Trip to Europe: Essential Advice to Begin Your Travel Adventures walks you through everything so you can show up confident and prepared.

Why YOU Need This eBook!

For many travelers, the thought of navigating an international trip—flights, trains, money, safety, language barriers—is enough to keep them home. That’s exactly why I wrote this.

Plan a Trip to Europe is full of practical, tested advice gathered from years of family trips and two-person adventures across Europe. It’s the kind of guidance I’d give my own parents before their first overseas trip. No fluff, no filler—just the real stuff that helps your trip go smoothly.

At just $9, it’s the best pre-trip investment you’ll make.

What’s Inside

Consider this your carry-on companion for every question you didn’t know to ask—packed with the real-world advice Chris and I have gathered from years of wandering Europe with our family and as a couple.

• Planning & Flights — How to structure your itinerary, find the best fares, and book lodging step by step.
• Air Travel — Boarding passes, airport lounges, jet lag, security surprises, and immigration tips.
• Getting Around — Trains, local transit, driving in Europe, rental cars, and navigating it all without a meltdown.
• Documents & Safety — Passports, visas, ETIAS, pickpocket prevention, travel insurance, and the STEP program.
• Money & Finances — Budgeting, ATMs vs. credit cards, tipping etiquette, and the coins you need for restroom stops.
• Packing — Luggage, carry-ons, clothing, shoes, toiletries, and the art of traveling light.
• Phones, WiFi & Tech — SIM cards, international plans, VPNs, essential apps, and the websites Chris and I actually use.
• Food, Health & the Road — Dining like a local, staying hydrated, medications, and keeping your energy up on 10-mile days.

My Top 5 Europe Trip Tips

1. Start a Vacation Fund

An ancient Proverb suggests that the best time to plant a tree is twenty years ago. The second best time is now. It is the same idea when you plan to start your vacation fund. Just start now!

2. Keep a Current Passport

Always maintain a current passport for you and all of the members of your family (including babies). Plan a trip to Europe with confidence.

3. Bring a Portable Charger

If you are using your phone throughout the day for taking pictures, getting directions, checking maps, figuring out transportation, or using the internet don’t forget to pack a portable charger so you can recharge your phone when needed.

4. Always Wear Sunscreen

Sunscreen is essential wherever you travel in the world—spring, summer, fall, and winter. Don’t forget to pack it.

5. Learn to Pack Light

Learn the fine art of packing light. What are your essentials and what can you consolidate?

Author’s Spotlight

Hi! I’m Jolayne from Just Wander More. I love to explore the world with my husband, Chris. Over the years, we have collected tips and advice, researched a lot, and learned a few lessons along the way.

I want YOUR trip to be as smooth, problem-free, and uncomplicated as possible. Find out how!

What People are Saying…

Excellent and valuable information for planning, preparing, and having the travel experience of a lifetime. This book is a must-read for you to have your travel dreams come true and to enjoy stress-free vacations.

~ Carol R.

I absolutely love all the pictures! I feel like I could step off the train and go!!! Chris and Jolayne have taken a very thorough approach to planning the trip of a lifetime from start to finish!

~ Jamie A.

The travel planner is thorough and comprehensive and useful even if you are more than a beginner traveler. Included in the planner are suggested travel tips and apps that make navigating an unfamiliar place a little bit easier. I recommend reading this planner before your next trip even if you have traveled before—like me, you are sure to discover things that will make your experience better.

~ Brad R.

I am a nervous traveler. I worry that I won’t know where to go, what I need to take, and how things are supposed to be done. That’s why I’m so grateful for Jolayne’s course. Jolayne and Chris have traveled so many places and know so many things about so many places. I’m grateful that they are willing to share their knowledge and travel tips so I can be prepared and have a more pleasant experience when I travel!

~ Maria B.