I just came across this website and i'd love to get some feedback from anyone who is willing to share some of their backpacking wisdom.
I am 23yrs old and i live in beautiful Vancouver B.C. I want to backpack around Europe (especifically Holland, France, Spain and Italy) starting mid June 2005. I'm hoping to leave as soon as i graduate from university by mid-late June.
So a few question:-
Is it unsafe for a 23yr old woman to backpack in the above mentioned countires by herself?
I want to travel for about two months, how much do i need to save up?
Are hostels safe and clean or is it better to pay a bit extra and go to a bed and breakfast?
Any info will be highly appreciated