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Luggage - As with any journey, it's best to give yourself a lot of packing time so that you don't forget anything! Take appropriate clothing for the climate of the countries you'll be visiting at that time of year.

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Luggage - It's a good idea to take medicines with you. A simple packet of aspirin could be your savior when you least expect it! Don't forget toiletries as well.

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Tickets - There are two types of Interrail passes, the Global Pass, which is valid for 30 countries and One Country, which is just for one. It's best to visit the Interrail website to check which are the best price options for your journey.

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Tickets - Your Global Pass will let you visit up to 30 European countries, but be ware that some are more expensive than others, such as the UK, Norway, Sweden, Italy, and France.

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Documents - If you are under 25, your student/young person's card might get you discounts when visiting museums and monuments.

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Documents - Taking your passport or citizen card isn't mandatory, but you may need them when entering certain countries. It's probably best to take them with you, or have a scanned copy on your phone or tablet so you can access them when needed.

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Price - The price of Interrailing will always depends on the length of time you travel for and the number of countries you visit. A two-week trip could end up being €1,000, for example.

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Budget - If you have a small budget, aim to visit cheaper European countries such as Greece, the Czech Republic, Romania, or Poland. Interrailing is still the cheapest way to visit cities like Paris, Amsterdam, Oslo, and London.

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Time of year - The summer is one of the most popular seasons to travel, but August can get hectic so it's probably best not to go in this month.

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Alone or accompanied? - If you've chosen to go alone, your journey can be a great way of meeting new people, while still having time to yourself and choosing exactly where you want to go.

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Alone or accompanied? - If you go with a friend or several, it's best to make sure your group is not too large, and that you've agreed on the countries you want to visit before you set off. You'll have to make sure you're able to deal with them for long periods of time!

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Nightlife - If you're going Interrailing to discover the best nightlife in Europe, you have to visit, Lviv, Belgrade, and Barcelona.

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Culture - If you're looking for places with a rich cultural heritage then go to Paris, Prague, Budapest, or Berlin.

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Adventure - Visiting Turkey, Bulgaria, the Romanian coast, the beaches of the Black Sea, or Split, and Dubrovnik in Croatia are perfect for those who are looking for adventure!

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Multicultural - If you're someone who is looking for a real mix of cultures then Kiev, Mostar, and Sofia are excellent choices.

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Time management - Those who have Interrailed before advise that you need at least two days to visit a city. But it depends on your style of travel and your budget.

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Research - Make sure you've done some research before you travel! You don't have to plan everything down to the last detail but make sure you are aware of events going on in different places, so you don't go home having missed out on doing certain things you really wanted to.

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Save time and money - How? By traveling on trains overnight. This could mean that you don't have the best nights sleep, but you'll save time and money that you otherwise would have spent on local accommodation.

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Hostel - Staying in hostel dorms is a great way to save money and meet new people, especially if you're traveling on your own.

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Couchsurfing - Couchsurfing is a way to stay somewhere for free. However, you have to be prepared to stay in a complete stranger's house!

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Safety - Don't leave your backpack in places where anyone could just grab it. Use lockers in stations or in your hostel.

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Safety - Think about how and where you carry your purse and other valuable items. A good idea is to have a bag around your waist when out and about, and to hide money in a hidden part of your bag in case of emergency.

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Transport cards - In many European cities you can get daily travel cards which allow you to access all types of transport and get around cheaper and easier.

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Central location - Always try to find accommodation in the center of the city you visit. Though it may be more expensive, you would probably end up paying the same amount on transport if you went for a cheaper place further out.

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Guides? - In any tourist destination there will always be maps to help you find your way around. There's no need to pay a guide!

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Bookings - Make an effort to book your accommodation at least two days in advance so you can make sure that there's space for you to stay! In high season you should reserve beds even further in advance.

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Change - The Euro is used in almost all the 30 countries included in the Interrail scheme. However, if you do need to change currency, always do it in railway stations, so you can avoid ending up with counterfeit money.

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Food - When you're constantly on the go, fast food often become the norm. But there are lots of hostels which have cooking facilities so you can prepare healthier meals if you need to.

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Inform the embassy - Inform your national embassy in the country you're visiting where you will be staying, and leave your contact details.

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Have a ball! - Your journey will be filled with new and exciting experiences, wherever you go, making it something you'll always remember.

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