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Sturdy Bunk Beds in Hostels - Hostel Tips
Hostel Tips: Essential Tips for Staying in a Hostel
Sigulda Castle Ruins - Things to do in Sigulda
What to do in Sigulda: A Day Trip from Riga to Sigulda in Latvia
The Eiffel Tower in Paris - One of the Most Romantic Cities in Europe
The Most Romantic Cities in Europe for a Valentine’s Weekend Away
Rio de Janeiro Brazil - Is Rio Safe for Tourists
Is Rio Safe for Tourists?
Kemeri Bog - Day Trips from Riga
Day Trips from Riga Latvia
Massimiliano Calderone in his workshop - Make your own Venetian Glass Jewellery in Venice
Make Your Own Murano Glass Jewellery in Venice
Windmill in Fuerteventura - Things to do in Fuerteventura
Fun Activities and Things to do in Fuerteventura
Rialto Bridge in Venice - How Many Days in Venice Itinerary Planning
How Many Days in Venice is Enough?
A Danish Hotdog - Must Eat in Copenhagen Denmark
Copenhagen Food Guide – What to Eat in Copenhagen Denmark
A private room at Wombat's City Hostel Naschmarkt
Where to Stay in Vienna on a Budget – Wombat’s The City Hostel Vienna
The Belvedere Palace Vienna - a white palace with gardens in front
Vienna 2 Day Itinerary: How to Have the Perfect 2 Days in Vienna
Our tour guide and jeep waiting to take us on a Wadi Rum jeep tour
What to Expect on a Wadi Rum Jeep Tour
I love this mural at Steel House - The Best Hostel in Copenhagen
The Best Hostel in Copenhagen – Steel House Copenhagen Review
Two travelling friends raise their hands in celebration of freedom
Work Exchange Programs: Are They For You?
Gwanghwamun Gyeongbokgung Palace Seoul
Gorgeous Fairytale Castles Around The World

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Tower Bridge London - 2 Days in London Itinerary
How to Fall in Love With London in 2 Days
Prague in Winter view from Charles Bridge at night
Why You Should Visit Prague in Winter
Classic cars outside colourful houses in Cuba
The Best Cuba Itinerary for 2 Weeks in Cuba
The Parliament Building in Budapest at Night
Things to do in Budapest at Night
Picture of a Goat - You Could Volunteer for Work Exchange on a Farm
6 of the Best Work Exchange Sites Compared PLUS $20 Worldpackers Discount
Casa Batllo Barcelona, One of Gaudi's Masterpieces - Free things to do in Barcelona
15 Awesome Free Things to Do in Barcelona to Rock your Stay
Traditional Austrian dishes - What to eat in Vienna - must eat in Vienna
What to Eat in Vienna: Traditional Viennese Food You Must Eat in Vienna
Sunrise at Machu Picchu Peru
How to Manage the Altitude in Cusco and Altitude Sickness at Machu Picchu
Tulum-Vs-Chichen-Itza
Chichen Itza vs Tulum Mayan Ruins in Mexico
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I’m Claire, and I’m passionate about solo travel on a budget. I love to travel and share my experiences and tips for how we can make our travels more enjoyable without breaking the bank. Join me at Tales of a Backpacker for fabulous food, drink and solo travel adventures on a budget all over the world! 

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