If I was to visit a country were I only speak English, I'd visit Spain or England.

Well, you could come and see me here in the UK! I'm aware our weather doesn't have a terribly good reputation- but if you try the south west coast (Cornwall and Devon in particular) during July and early August you'd be suprised how mild the climate can be. You'll also be experiencing legendary King Arthur country (TIntagel castle is worth a visit). If you're more in a partying mood move east a little and try Brighton- party capital of the UK and much nicer than London. Other places you might like to try: -The Channel Islands, Guernsey and Jersey. Nice weather. Can be expensive. -Ireland. Terrible weather, but wonderful scenery and friendliest people I've met. - the Netherlands- most people speak and understand English very well. Amsterdam is a great, multi-layered city with something for everyone whether its the galleries, the cheese, the tulips or the- ahem- nightlife, that you're interested in. -Switzerland. I've not been personally, but again, I'm told many people are fluent in English. -One of the "Blighty in the sun" destinations, usually in Spain and Greece- Ibiza, Ayia Napa, Tenerife and Majorca are the most well renowned. I'm not personally a fan as generally when I go on holiday I want to absorb some of the traditional culture. But in any of these places you can guarantee a 90-100% English speaking (indeed native English) population. Usually they will be between the ages of 18-30, single, loud, scantily clad, and very, very drunk. The general idea is to spend evenings clubbing and daytimes sunbathing. If this sounds like your kind of thing, this may be your answer.

Let's think about that for a moment, which way do you think would save time? or would save time and money. when you plan things out ahead of time you get more done.

Simply, wherever you go in Europe people will understand you , but don't exspect from them to talk to you much. Try to learn few words from them.Do not forget : this world is multicultural.

You can travel anywhere in Europe speaking only English. Europeans are very aware about their countries being tourist destinations all year long, and are very grateful and friendly in general terms. You will find every type of people everywhere you go, but as a rule, you will be able to communicate at least on the basic aspects most of the time. Before I proceed also consider that the reduced ability to communicate while travelling is a good part of the travelling experience itself :) Besides of the people at the travel industry (hotels, tours, buses and visitors centers) who of course speak English, you have the people at the museums and points of interest who at least manage a basic English level. Northern Europeans (Germans, Swiss, Swedish, Norwegians) are more prone to speak English, talking about the general population Again in regards to the general population, you will have a little more trouble with Italians, French and Spanish. All of them tend to be a little close-minded in regards to foreign languages, but yet, are great people and very friendly. Of course you are not supposed to have problems in the United Kingdom, but trust me.....is challenging to understand some accents specially from Irish, Scottish and English country people. Only in the London area you can easily find more than 15 different accents. You have to take in consideration that even though they speak English, they use very different words for many many things. For instance: -Is not the bus, is the lorrey. -Is not the trunk of the car, is the boot. -Is not the hood of the car, is the bonnet. -Is not the pants, but the trousers. -No cookies, but biscuits. Just to put some examples. But remember, after all, English is considered the most universal language, and if you are a tourist people will always be a little more service inclined....even if they do not speak the language.

Practically every European speaks at least some English and you can find someone who can help you find your way around, and English speaking waiters who can provide English Menus. My only advice is to make an attempt to speak the language, in France in particular, they consider it very rude not to make an attempt, even a bad one. Most will help you as far as possible because their English is very good, but don't just say "excuse me, do you speak English?". At least make an attempt to speak their own language and most will happily revert to English when they see your French/ German whatever is pretty poor. Hope this helps and happy travelling. Obviously most countries speak their own language, In Italy for example, they predominantly speak Italian (duh- uh!), but most have some measure of spoken English. Source of information: I've been there.

Switzerland look like it was created by Disney. Greece and its islands with wonderful people and gret food. At least learn please, thank you, and excuse me. Those three phrases will mean the world to you when you see their response.

I would suggest only an English speaking country like Britain or Ireland. The other countries in Europe you better skip. If you do not speak their language it will be really hard for you.

I think for native English speakers it is the best to visit Britain and Ireland. In both countries they do not have any problems with the language. In most other European countries I think it is a problem. If somebody does not speak any European language like French or Italian, I think it makes very little sense to visit one of these countries. On the other hand the mentality in most European countries differs that extremely much from the Anglo-Britsh mentality that it is hard for native english speakers to understand anything of the different way of life. People just are too different and therefore most Anglo-American visitors are deeply frustrated.