Where to Stay in Leeds: The Art Hostel Leeds Review

The Snowstorm Room - My Private Room at the Art Hostel Leeds

Looking for unique and cheap accommodation in Leeds?  I love finding unusual places to stay on my travels, especially if they’re great value!  The Art Hostel in Leeds is a fabulous option for budget accommodation in Leeds, and as well as having a comfy bed for the night you’ll also be supporting a charity.  Read […]

Where to Stay in the Blue Mountains – No. 14 Lovel St Katoomba

Bright yellow painted building No 14 Lovel Street - A Great Place to Stay in the Blue Mountains

There is no shortage of accommodation in the Blue Mountains, with every option available from backpacker hostels to luxury hotels.  If you are looking for good value Blue Mountains accommodation with personality and in a convenient location, then No. 14 Lovel St in Katoomba is an excellent choice.  Read on to find out why it […]

YHA The Sill at Hadrian’s Wall Review

Hadrian's Wall leading down to a single tree at Sycamore Gap in the evening light

Northumberland is one of my favourite places in the UK.  Its landscapes are wild and rugged, seeming untameable except for an epic wall that the Romans built across the country.  Hadrian’s Wall stretched 73 miles across England, and the remnants of the wall, and the footpath alongside it,  attract visitors from all over the world.  […]

Glamping in the New Forest at YHA New Forest

Glamping in the New Forest in a Silver Airstream Trailer - Consider Glamping at YHA

While I’m exploring more of the UK I was very excited to visit the New Forest in Hampshire.  As a child I was obsessed with horse and ponies, so visiting the New Forest National Park was a dream come true: ponies everywhere!  Of course, there is more to the New Forest than ponies, and the […]

Short Breaks in the UK with YHA

Eco-Friendly Land Pod - semi cylinder shaped pod with small windows and flowers in front - Glamping Short Breaks in the UK

I love staying in hostels.  Meeting people in these sociable shared accommodations really helped me to make friends and enjoy my stay as a solo traveller.  While these days I prefer to have a private room instead of shared dorms I still love finding unique and sociable budget accommodation in the UK and around the […]

Where to Stay in Vienna on a Budget – Wombat’s The City Hostel Vienna

A private room at Wombat's City Hostel Naschmarkt

Vienna is a beautiful city, there is no doubt about that, but it can be a little expensive.  However, with a few tips and tricks there is no need to break your budget in Vienna.  So, whether you’re backpacking in Vienna or just want to enjoy the weekend in Vienna on a budget then Wombat’s […]

The Best Hostel in Copenhagen – Steel House Copenhagen Review

I love this mural at Steel House - The Best Hostel in Copenhagen

I visited Copenhagen in October, it was my first trip to Denmark and although the weather was damp and cold, I loved my time in Copenhagen.  A large part of that is thanks to where I was staying – Steel House Copenhagen.  There are several hostels in Copenhagen to choose from, but I’d heard good […]

The Best Place to Stay in Venice on a Budget – Wombat’s City Hostel Venice Mestre

A Double Room in Wombat's Venice

I’ve been lucky to spend several weeks in Venice this year, as the #wombatsTraveller Ambassador for wombat’s Hostels.  I spent my time exploring the city and finding the best budget and free things to do in Venice, learning more about Venetian culture and of course eating all the amazing food in Venice!   Unfortunately, the fabulous […]

The Best Hostel in Munich?  Wombat’s City Hostel Munich Review

A Private Room at Wombat's Munich

If you are wondering where to stay in Munich on a budget then look no further.  I came to Munich for the first time in July and loved exploring the city, using the wombat’s City Hostel Munich as a base.  I stayed here for 4 nights on my first visit and for 2 nights during […]

The Best Hostel in London: wombat’s City Hostel London

Wagner settling into a private room at wombat's London

You may wonder if I’m biased.  As the #wombatstraveller Ambassador for wombat’s Hostels, there is no way I’d give an honest review of the wombat’s London, right?  Wrong!  I loved this hostel, not only is it easily the best hostel in London, it is one of my favourite hostels EVER.  And I’ve stayed in a […]