The Best Free Things to do in Prague

View of Prague Castle across the river - The Best Free Things to do in Prague

Prague is an excellent city to explore without spending a lot of money, and in this post, we’ve selected 10 free things to do in Prague for you, together with recommendations for cheap hostels and hotels in Prague so you can enjoy the best of Prague on a budget.  Read on for our budget Prague […]

What to Pack in Your Backpack – Essentials for Travel

Two backpacks on the ground with a beautiful lake behind them - What to Pack in A Backpack - Backpack Essentials for Travel

Wondering what to pack in your backpack for travel?  Packing for a long backpacking trip can be difficult.  There are so many things that would be useful, and so many that take up valuable space that it can be difficult for a backpacker to decide what to pack!  These are the things I couldn’t do […]

Ciudad Perdida Tour: The Lost City Trek Colombia

The Circular terraces and ruins of the Lost City in Colombia on the last day of the Lost City Trek to the Ciudad Perdida - Backpacking Colombia

Want to know more about the Lost City Tour?  You’re in the right place!  The Ciudad Perdida Tour and Lost City trek in Colombia is a challenging but fascinating adventure that I highly recommend.  Trekking through the Colombian jungle for 4 or 5 days is beautiful, sometimes strenuous, always sweaty and at times very wet!  […]

Backpacker Flags & Patches for your Backpack

a Backpack with Backpacker Flags and Patches - Choose the Best Backpack Flags for your Next Trip

A backpacker’s backpack becomes a part of them, an extension of their body that carries around all their worldly belongings for weeks, months or even years on end, so it is understandable that many people want to personalise their backpack with cool decorations and accessories.  If you’re looking for backpack patches to stick on to […]

Free Accommodation in Exchange for Work as a Hostel Volunteer

Hostel Room with bunk beds and two single beds - Working as a Hostel Volunteer

As a cash-strapped backpacker, I need to save money wherever I can so I can continue my dream of travelling the world.  One of my best budget travel tips and how I have managed to travel for free (almost!) is by exchanging work in hostels for free accommodation.  Because this is a kind of work […]

10 Best Things to Do in Cartagena, Colombia

Historic center of Cartagena with the Caribbean Sea Behind - The Best Things to do in Cartagena

Cartagena de Indias (more commonly known as Cartagena) is Colombia’s most famous international destination with good reason. The historic city is colourful and charming, there is year-round warm weather, a vibrant culture, and lots of things to see and do. Check out our guide to 10 of the very best things to do in Cartagena, […]

What to Pack in A Carry On – The Essential Carry On Packing List

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If you’re wondering what to pack for carry on, I’ve got you covered with this essential carry on packing list.  These are all the things I always have in my carry on bag, whether I am checking in a bag or not.  I haven’t included clothing in this list as what clothes you pack in […]

How to Visit Loch na Gainmhich & Wailing Widow Falls in Scotland

Loch na Gainmhich and Wailing Widow Falls - One of the Best Waterfalls in Scotland

If you’re driving the North Coast 500 in Scotland, there is a hidden gem that you might easily drive right past. Technically, this gorgeous waterfall isn’t actually on the NC500 – but it is worth the detour.  Loch na Gainmhich and Wailing Widow Falls is the most beautiful loch and waterfall I have ever seen, […]

10 of the Best Free Things to do in Paris France

The Best Free Things to do in Paris France - The Arc de Triomphe

Paris has a unique historical and cultural heritage that millions of tourists come to visit every year, often while spending a large amount of money. Indeed, visiting the European capitals on a small budget is not easy, but there is always a way to keep the budget down and still get the most out of […]