I love staying in hostels. They are a fabulous way to travel the world for cheap, you meet interesting people, make lifelong friends and have the time of your life. If you will be staying in a hostel on your next trip and are wondering what to pack for a hostel stay, I’ve got this […]
Working in exchange for accommodation while you travel is a fantastic way to travel for longer and for less money, but are work exchanges always a good deal? In this post, I’ll discuss different ways you can travel the world for free, and whether working for accommodation is the best option for you. After reading […]
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 […]
Hostels are a cheap and fun way to travel around the world but staying in a hostel for the first time can be daunting. I asked Danny from What’s Danny Doing to share his top tips for staying in a hostel from a guy’s point of view – and you’ll be glad to know that […]
When I travel, I almost always stay in hostels. This is partly to save money, and partly to save my sanity. I usually travel alone, so if I stayed in a hotel I would just stay in my room and keep myself to myself – I can go for days without talking to anyone. While […]
Which is best, the top or bottom bunk in a hostel dorm room? I’m here to help you decide as not all hostel beds are made equal! Your first stay in a hostel can be a daunting experience, and although a good night’s sleep unfortunately can’t be guaranteed, choosing the right hostel bed can go […]