You expected a lot from your first solo trip. A suntan. Obviously. Getting to know the world a little better. Making new friends. An epic Instagram account. Even a few of those ‘did I just bungee jump naked’ moments that you’ve pledged never to talk about. Ever. But loneliness? You probably never expected that. Yet,…
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The 10 best places to travel alone
Backpacking and solo travel go together like peas and carrots, like Forrest and Jenny. Why should we wait for our friends to be ready to explore the world when we can venture out solo, meet heaps of incredible new people and discover an inner independence and sense of freedom that we never knew existed? More…
How travel helped me overcome depression and fall back in love with my life
Mental health problems are staggeringly common and can affect anyone at any time. Take me for instance. Eighteen months ago I was in my final semester of my undergrad degree, with good grades, a wonderful boyfriend and living by the beach with my two best friends. My life seemed perfect. Why I suddenly found living…
Fiestas, tapas & playas: the full travel guide for backpacking Spain
Ah Spain, the land of sun, sea, flamenco, fiesta and siesta. With this guide we want to help you make the most out of your stay by avoiding tacky, tourist traps, stretching your money and living like a local. The best time to visit Spain Traditional Spanish celebrations Best music festivals in Spain Spain travel costs…
Go French Yourself: The best hostels in Paris
How to find the best hostels in Paris for your trip Wondering where to find the best hostels in Paris? From the heights of Montmartre to the good vibes of the Quartier Latin or the beautiful streets of Le Marais, we picked the 12 best hostels in the City of Light just for you. Insane rooftops,…
99 Unusual Hostels You’ll Never Want To Leave
Times have changed, and so has the world of hostels. Gone are the days of a million dingy beds packed into a single room. Nowadays, hostels are constantly competing to prove that they are the coolest new wanderlust–infused accommodation in town. So much so, that we host our very own awards – the HOSCARS! –…
16 Best Bars In Copenhagen That Won’t Break The Bank
Copenhagen is trending right now, and it’s easy to see why. Colourful architecture, stunning beaches, obscenely cool nightlife and an obsession with coziness… Sounds like our kinda place! So, what’s the catch?! Well, most backpackers think they can’t afford it. Whilst there’s no denying this isn’t going to be the cheapest city break of your…
15 Amazing Things To Do In St Ives
St Ives may be small but it’s spectacularly beautiful and you’ll be AMAZED by how much there is to do here. St Ives is not only one of Cornwall’s best surf spots and surrounded by four stunning sandy beaches, it also boasts a great food scene and is the perfect base to explore the rest…
10 Bangkok Markets You Must Visit
Whether you want to sing along to live music at a night market, cruise through the canals of a floating market, taste amazing cheap Thai dishes at a street food market, or watch a train pass right through the centre of the mind-boggling railway market, you’ll find what you’re looking for in one of the…
12 Vegan Restaurants NYC Foodies Simply Adore
There are some amazing hostels in New York, but it’s also a city famed for its amazing foodie scene. But it’s not all hot dogs and freak shakes: With over 140 vegan and vegetarian restaurants, it’s safe to say NYC is a plant-based foodie’s dreamland too. In fact, some of the best food is found…