sailor

Im looking at going to Europe for my spring break. I need to go look at some study abroad locations before I commit to spending a year in them, and then Im going to go visit some friends in Florence.

Anyways, Im trying to figure out the best way to get around Europe. Ill be flying into Stuttgart as it is one of the cities I need to look at. From there, Ill take a train to Tuebingen, Germany, and stay there for a night. Then, I have to get to Florence. I figure that a train ride would be great, if for no other reason than its having to go through the Alps, which would be absolutely gorgeous. However, if a plane would be significantly cheaper, thats also an option. Then, I have to get back to Stuttgart from Florence to catch my flight back to the states.

Should I take the train from Tuebingen to Stuttgart? Should I get back to Stuttgart from Tuebingen and catch a flight to Florence? Would it just be easier for me to get my home (USA) flight leaving from Florence rather than Stuttgart (this would be more expensive I suspect).

Keep in mind that Im only there for a bit longer than a week (9 days) and that money is of absolute importance.

Also, are there any websites where I could check on typical fares like this?

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