Dreaming of going to Europe but think you can't afford it? After 25 years of car-camping in Europe Carol Mickelsen assures readers that traveling in Europe need not be expensive. By renting a car you are freed from lugging baggage and are able to bring a bike from home. You have the freedom to travel at a whim, following the festivals, and the best weather. After answering the question, "Why Not Camp?" Mickelsen goes on to detail expense expectations, offers driving and navigating tips, and explains how to get directions from locals when you don't know the local language. Besides suggestions on basic camping and cooking equipment, she gives solid advice on how to bring your bike, and good reminders on how to travel smart and safe. Includes over 300 detailed maps and written directions on how to drive to major sights in 25 countries where English is not the local language and campgrounds are plentiful.