Hi traveller 😊 Welcome to Sakre Cubes and our all-in-one Europe travel page — your launchpad to country-specific guides, hand-picked travel essentials, and exclusive resources for your dream European escape.

Europe is a dream destination for many travellers, with its culture, history, architecture, food, nature and much more. Whether you’re breathing with Alps in Switzerland, eating pasta in Italy, partying in Budapest or cruising the Seine in Paris – there’s something here for everyone. With all these, it is truly exhausting and time consuming to plan a Europe trip on own. Believe us, we have been there. So, this Europe blog page is our small effort to curate the necessary resources to ease up your stress and help you plan your dream Europe trip from India.

Europe Pre Planning checklist

With a lot of things to do while planning your Europe trip, requires these major steps – once you choose your travel dates, countries to visit and a rough itinerary.

1. Book International flights.
2. Apply Schengen Visa.
3. Book accommodation
4. Buy Eurail pass and plan inter city travel
5. Exchange Euros
6. Buy an eSIM for connectivity
7. Buy all travel essentials
8. Plan your outfits

Book international flights

Start by locking in your international flights early to get the best deals. We always recommend comparing prices across multiple airlines and dates — and Skyscanner makes that super easy! 👉 Search and book your flights on Skyscanner

Apply Schengen Visa

If you’re visiting countries within the Schengen zone, you’ll need a Schengen visa (unless you’re from a visa-exempt country). Apply through the embassy or visa center VFS Global of the country you’ll be spending the most time in. Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months and prepare documents like flight tickets, accommodation, insurance, and financial proof. 👉 Pro Tip: Apply at least 4–6 weeks in advance to avoid last-minute stress.

Book your accommodation

From budget hostels, accessible hotels and dreamy Airbnbs — Europe has it all! To make your planning easier, we’ve included hand-picked hotel and stay recommendations in each of our country blog pages.👉 Check the “Where to Stay” section in Country blog pages (with stays, attractions etc..) for the best options by budget and location.

Buy Eurail pass and plan inter city travel

If you’re planning to visit multiple countries, a Eurail Pass is a flexible and scenic way to travel across Europe by train. It gives you access to 33 countries with one pass — perfect for exploring at your own pace.
👉 Buy your Eurail Pass here and start mapping your journey!

Exchange Euros

It’s always smart to land in Europe with some local currency in hand — especially for transport, cafes, and small shops. We recommend using BookMyForex for the best exchange rates, doorstep delivery, and zero hidden fees.
👉 Order Euros via BookMyForex and skip airport exchange counters! Tip: Use my referral code SAGAV6TOaFL to get 300 off on your first purchase.

Buy an eSIM for connectivity

Stay connected across Europe without the hassle of physical SIM cards. An eSIM gives you instant data access as soon as you land — no roaming charges, no queueing. We used it to navigate and stay online effortlessly.
👉 Get your Europe eSIM here – fast, easy, and works in multiple countries!

Buy Travel essentials

Packing smart can make your Europe trip so much smoother! We’ve rounded up our must-haves — all things we personally used and loved during our trip. Below are the essentials, neatly grouped so you don’t miss a thing.

Packing essentials

1. Trolley – sturdy trolley for Europe
2. Packing cubes – to organise the outfits day wise and pack it compactly
3. Luggage Scale – Helpful weigh the trolley to stay within the baggage limits
4. Fanny pack – Keeps the passport and boarding pass safe and handy in security
5. Shoe bags – easily fit the shoes in the luggage bags and not to use the plastics

Anti theft essentials

1. Anti theft backpack – This is not the best and not so comfortable for long travels on shoulder. But does the job!
2. Lock
3. Wrist mobile strap
4. Jacket with inner pocket
5. Airtag
6. TSA locks

Tech essentials

1. Universal Travel Adapter
2. Power Bank

Country blog pages (with stays, attractions etc..)