Spring (April to June) and fall (September to November) are the sweet spots - perfect weather, fewer tourists (and lower prices too!). Summer’s great for festivals, and beautiful natural scenery. And winter? Expect freezing temps, but also lots of skiing!

Summers are warm & dry (18 to 28 °C or 65° - 82° F), winters are freezing (almost always below 0°C in most places) and spring and fall are the goldilocks seasons. Eastern Europe’s weather loves surprises. So, you’ve got to wing it most times.

Your visa requirements can change according to your citizenship. Check out our handy Visa Guide for all the info you need on visas and other travel requirements around the world.

No need to panic. ATMs are everywhere, even in small towns. Just make sure your bank card is travel-friendly and ready to tango with local currencies.

It depends on where you wanna go, and what you wanna see. Usually, around 2 weeks are enough if you wanna tick off the major cities & towns like Prague, Budapest & Vienna. But a deep dive into every country will easily take you more than that.

Generally, tipping 10-15% is appreciated, but check the bill, coz sometimes it’s included.

In most places, yes. Stick to bottled water in rural areas just to be safe. But in big cities like Prague or Budapest, tap water is good to go.

Yup. Most major cities have fast, reliable Wi-Fi, and many cafés and public spaces offer free internet. You might hit slower speeds in rural areas. (It’s a good reason to unplug...)

Some parts are super progressive, like Prague and Tallinn, but LGBTQIA+ rights and acceptance can vary by country. It’s a mixed bag, so check local laws and customs before you go to ensure a smooth trip.