How will a laptop come in handy during a trip to europe...?
Other - Europe - 9 Answers
People's Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
Answer 1 :
maybe email or looking up things to do.
Answer 2 :
If you'll be traveling around a lot, don't take one, trust me. It'll be a hassle. There are plenty internet cafes if you need to research something.
Answer 3 :
Easy access to information and your email. However, with the proliferation of internet cafes, it's not really necessary unless you're doing business while you're there.
Answer 4 :
I can't imagine a reason in the world to take a laptop along to Europe on a trip. I'm assuming a vacation. If it's a business trip then you might want to take it.
Answer 5 :
Not handy, it will just be a pain to lug around everywhere and watch - even if you have a little one that's easy to carry, it's an extra valuable thing that you have to constantly watch and worry about. They have Internet cafes on every corner in the major cities of Europe, and they're really cheap (sometimes less than a Euro for an hour). It really is easier to just do that. Also, finding a non-secure WiFi network in Europe can be a difficult, unless you have one of those networks that you pay for to get it everywhere. In my personal opinion, leave the laptop at home and go into internet cafes - they have them EVERYWHERE, even Moldova which is the poorest country in Europe. That says a lot.
Answer 6 :
If you go to Europe from USA, don't forget that there is a different voltage so you can't use your regular charger. You can buy something like a VOLTAGE CONVERTER (form 220V to 110V) but still ... if you can go without it, I think it's better to just leave it at home.
Answer 7 :
Please don't take it! Last time I had it with me I regret it so-o-o-o much. It is the most useless thing ever in the trip unless you are having a business trip.
Answer 8 :
The only advantage to having your laptop here is the convenience of being able to connect to the internet from your hotel room. However, as others have told you, there are public internet access points widely available. These are generally cheaper than connecting at the hotel, unless you find a place with free internet access. If you're spending a significant amount of time on the internet, what would be the point of being in Europe - get out and see things. Bringing a laptop is not worth the effort unless you're coming on business and need it for that.
Answer 9 :
Don't bother. Jeez, you are traveling! There is internet access EVERYWHERE- why burden yourself with extra weight, and worry about it being damaged or stolen? Unless you are a working travel writer with thousands of photos and articles to work on, there is no need to bring your laptop.
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