One important buying decision I made in my life was a trip to Europe. I really wanted to do an exchange in France to learn the French language. So, I prepared for two years by raising some money all month and studying French. I searched for a more cost-effective city that was safe, quiet and affordable. I also looked a lot at the profile of families receiving exchange students and sought tips from others who did the exchange in France. The trip went according to my plans, it was perfect!