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My own travel style has evolved over the years. In the past I generally bought one big, fat, wonderful railpass for my entire trip. These days I cobble together a few cheap flights within Europe, some rail trips, and a modest car rental (which I find is becoming a better value than rail).
Renting a car in Europe is generally more expensive and more complicated than in the United States, but worth it for the freedom to explore Europe at your own speed.
First decide, though, if you'll need a car. If you're just going from big city to big city, take trains instead; Europe has an excellent public transportation system. But if you want to explore the countryside, consider renting a car, even for just part of your trip.
For the best price, book in advance from home. Most of the major U.S. rental agencies (including Alamo/National, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Hertz, and Thrifty) have offices throughout Europe. You could start your search on a travel-booking site such as Expedia.com, Travelocity.com, or Kayak.com, then visit the companies' own Websites to compare and book. It can be cheaper to arrange your rental with a consolidator, such as Auto Europe or Europe by Car, though working with a middleman instead of directly with the vendor can make it challenging for you to get help if you run into a problem.
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