backpacking europe!!!

So I will be going to europe in a week!! I am so excited but realized I wont be able to work out!! I mean I know I'll be walking A LOT, but I am still really nervous I will gain weight. However, I've heard the food over there is healthier for you? I don't know...help anyone?

I backpacked for three months in 2005. I came back in the BEST shape of my life. Of course I love hiking and tried to hike every day. But that is not necessary. Carrying your backpack makes you unbelievably strong, not to mention, you'll walk everywhere.   And living on a budget forces you to eat cheaply (i.e. not at restaurants every day).  I recommend hitting up the grocery stores and make yourself a sandwich or buying fruit. Also, some hostels (like in Germany) provide free breakfast of meats, cheeses and breads. To me, that is not very appetizing for breakfast, so i just packed as much as I could in a little napkin and ate it later on in the day.   For me, I ate as much as I could of the free stuff so I wouldn't have to pay later. You will not gain weight. I was traveling with one girl who lost 30 lbs!

Don't worry about working out. It's not necessary. You'll walk at least 3-4 miles per day, even if you don't hike.   This will be such a wonderful experience for you. I met my now husband on my trip. In San Sebastian, Spain. It wasn't even on my itinerary, but some girls told me that the town was gorgeous.  You should definitely try to go!!!

OK enough--have a blast! Let me know if you have any other questions!

thanks! you guys are making me feel better.

And I will be in Spain so I am definitely going to try to get to san sebastian...maybe ill meet my future husband there lol. Lets hope! And that is true about not eating in restaurants all the time. I have already spent so much money on this trip and need to save as much as possible while I am there.

Thanks!

Oh, how I love stereotypes! 

There's plenty of fresh fruits and veggies and wonderful salads here in Germany.  But there's also loads of fatty sausages, delicious breads, and french fries served with everything. 

Don't worry about it though.  You'll find options to fit your needs.  The rest is just willpower.  Have fun, most importantly.