I am also interested in ways I can find out the most affordable options for a long vacation, anywhere from a couple of weeks to a couple of months... I heard for instance that it is fairly common in Europe for people to let you stay in their homes in a sapre room or something, that could be affordable! So any ideas how I can learn more about accomodations, short-term work, eating places, places of interest, menus of coffeeshops and other good stuff AHEAD OF TIME so I can take full advantage of my time there? Thanks for any help! PEACE