#Europamore Trip Report Day 01: 8,225 Miles Of Travel To Europe

#Europamore, noun: 1. a word play between “Europa” and “Pa More,” a Filipino expression usually attached to a noun or verb to give further and greater emphasis. 2. by far, the greatest trip of Girl Chasing Sunshine’s life

“Europe, here we come!”

These were the first words I told myself upon waking up on October 29, 2015. I remember feeling pumped up despite having slept past my lola-vibes slumber time the previous night. I was awake until 2 AM, trying to stuff all my belongings into my cabin luggage and fixing last minute train bookings. It was so ironic that on the greatest trip of my life, I was not able to do detailed planning—like what I usually do—and was forced to only have a hand carry (insert super sad face here).

The World From Above: Vienna, Austria

Vienna is a truly majestic city. Everywhere we looked brought orgasm to our eyes—it’s a richly decorated city filled with well-preserved architecture and cultural perfection. Just when we thought it couldn’t get any more glorious, we were presented with the most stunning sights from the city’s most popular viewpoint.

How to Fill Out the Schengen Short-Stay Visa Application Form

The most basic requirement for a Schengen short-stay visa application is, of course, a duly-accomplished application form.

You will be asked to provide personal data and information related to your travel to the Schengen area. We downloaded our copy of the application form from the website of the Czech Republic Embassy in Manila where we lodged our application. Click here to get a copy.

Where To Apply For A Schengen Short-Stay Visa

Lodging an application for a Schengen visa—for purposes of travel and leisure—can be an excruciating process, especially if you take into account the mounds of documents and requirements we, Filipinos, need to prepare. One of the first hurdles in securing a Schengen visa is determining where to pass your application.  

Purchasing Travel Insurance For Your Schengen Visa Application

Applying for a Schengen short-stay visa to go to Europe requires valid travel insurance. Travelling abroad has many risks and just like any other day in your life, accidents can happen; you can get sick while on the road so it is always best to be protected.