European Stars and Stripes (Newspaper) - May 25, 1994, Darmstadt, Hesse                                Pennies continued from Page 11 a beware of any special breads or sweets that Are put on your table. In some countries these Are simply an excuse to squeeze More Money out of unsuspecting tourists so be sure to ask if they Are free a shop at bakeries for satisfying snacks. In Many countries bakeries serve hot meat pies Little quiches or pizza slices. You can also pick up warm dishes carry out meals or prepared salads at grocery stores or All the fixings to make your  if looking for fast food try something besides american style hamburgers. Sample grilled kebabs in Turkey and Greece fish and chips in Britain fresh sardines in Portugal worst and pretzels in Germany Fries with sauce in Holland and gyros sandwiches just about anywhere. You la get a taste of Europe often for far less than you la pay for a meal at the ubiquitous Mcdonald  prepare for train trips. The food in the dining cars is expensive so shop in. Advance and bring some sandwiches and snacks with you. Consider a cooler for cold drinks or a thermos of Tea or Coffee thermoses fire sometimes filled free at British a amp . A when changing Money or traveler s checks be sure to Check out the Exchange rates and any commission fees. Some establishments notably hotels use their convenient exchanges a Way to make extra Money while Exchange bureaus usually charge a High commission. Banks Are almost invariably the Best place to Exchange Money. A ask the tourist office or Check in your Guidebook for other Money saying ideas in the Netherlands for instance it is 1 possible to buy museum passes that offer a Large potential saving. Many cities offer passes to their major attractions at a significant discount / a be sure to inquire about student or senior citizen discounts if they apply to you. Most museums and galleries offer substantial savings. Discounts Are also available at Heaters and on Public transportation Many people Start out travelling economically to save Money Only to find that it is also much More enjoyable and. Interesting. Such trips demand More planning and preparation but there Are Large rewards. A travelling by Public bus staying in private accommodations and eating in local haunts offer the Opportunity to come into close Contact with local people. Most Likely you la end up with fascinating stories to Tell the folks Back Home that have nothing to do with the main tourist sights. Richard mover Ley is a free Lance writer living in Darmstadt Germany. A amps Michael Abrams Public transportation  Paris m4tro a is the budget Way to go. A a your alternative for european  travel master is eager to be your travel company and would like to hear your ideas on where you Ivan to travel this summer. At travel master we design Tours for you and your budget. If your group has a particular interest let us know and Well design a tour to meet your needs we offer affordable travel to your favorite places with Courtesy and a smile. _. Pick up travel master information at your Sato office or Call us at 12 travel 94 May 25, 1994