So, you’ve just been travelling, staying in great hostels, had some wonderful experiences, met & connected with incredible people, and made new friends. You’ve seen amazing sights, maybe done things you’d never imagined doing, learned something about yourself perhaps, and had great fun. Now, it’s time to go home, back to reality. Bummer!
Read moreWe recently published an article about “celebrating the s” when it comes to hostels, and there are some more s’s that I thought should be celebrated too - Sun, Sea & Sand. If you fancy a bit of budget-friendly beach time and quality accommodation, you need some beach hostel in your life!
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Your bags are packed and you're ready to head off on your backpacking adventure! But do you have a sneaking suspicion you forgot something? These are the top musts we think you should have when staying in hostels (plus three things you should absolutely skip).
Read moreOne of the most annoying things about backpacking is just picking and choosing between what to take along! Bring too much and you’ll want to set your backpack on fire for being too heavy. And getting advice from your friends is no use since they've all been to different continents at different times of the year. How about all the information online from Choosing Your Perfect Backpack to Packing Hacks? Overwhelming!
Read moreSo you’re planning (or maybe already on your way?) your dream trip abroad? Congratulations! When it comes to international travel, sometimes just getting there is half the battle.
Read moreThe easiest way to save of money (and stay healthy) while travelling is to cook your own food, but between the fun of making friends and sightseeing, spending hours in a crowded community kitchen sounds like a daunting task. To help you out, we’ve come up with 10 delicious and super-cheap meal ideas you can whip-up in no time! Zero expert-level cooking skills necessary.
Read moreBarcelona is a vibrant wonderland of colour, culture, sun, sea & sand and amazing nightlife. It is also a city of many fantastic hostels and the variety of types and styles of hostels to suit the traveller here is rich. Today we've brought you a quick look at just a few of the hostels which offer a homely, familial vibe with an element of tranquility and sense of sanctuary from the excitingly energetic madness of this wonderful city, all while maintaining a fun & social atmosphere. Enjoy.
Read moreWhether you're planning your experience abroad or already on the road, there’s nothing like turning your phone into a daily dose of travel inspiration! The most popular mobile app for viewing stunning professional and amateur photography these days is Instagram. The online photo-sharing platform has become very popular for travellers to show off their adventures and share their travel experiences.
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