Backpacking South America was my dream trip. So many beautiful places, delicious cuisines, friendly people and some of the best parties in the world. It was my first proper backpacking adventure, and I jumped right in at the deep end when my plane landed in Bolivia. It took me a few days to find my feet, then it didn’t take long at all for me to fall in love with this incredible continent. What began as a once-in-a-lifetime journey triggered…
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Who hasn’t thought to themselves ‘I want to travel the world for free’? That has been my dream ever since I can remember, to see the world and have incredible experiences, but without it costing and arm and a leg. And guess what? There is a way to travel for free by volunteering abroad with a website like Worldpackers. Worldpackers acts as an intermediary between prospective volunteers and individuals, families and companies who are looking for volunteers to help them…
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Finding budget accommodation for any kind of trip, from a weekend away to a year-long backpacking trip, is an essential part of travel for almost everyone, especially backpackers. I have travelled for the last three years around Latin America and Europe, usually on a very tight budget, so I’ll share all my tips for finding the best backpacker accommodation around the world, including how to find the best hostels, budget hotels, and other ways of finding a place to sleep…
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Tucked away in the northern coast of New South Wales, Australia, Byron Bay is a hidden gem and haven for backpackers and locals alike. This hippie surf town may seem like yet another Australian party central, but really, there is so much more than meets the eye. If you’re preparing to backpack to Byron Bay, you’ll be happy to hear that it’s absolutely worth the trip – if you follow this essential Byron Bay backpacking guide written by Cal from…
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Let’s say you are an expert traveller. You can cleverly navigate airports and fill out custom cards even with your eyes closed. You can even be packed and ready to go for a quick weekend getaway in a matter of minutes. However, there is still one part of the travel experience that surely continues to challenge you – how to choose travel insurance. But before you dig in deeper, check out 5 of the most common travel insurance myths and…
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Peru is a magical destination, deserving of its place on anyone’s bucket list. Most people come to see one of the new wonders of the world – Machu Picchu – but Peru is much more than Machu Picchu. Backpacking Peru is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, so prepare yourself for one hell of a ride with this backpackers’ Peru guide. I’ll give you the low-down on how to backpack Peru safely, with info on how to get around, where to go, what…
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Colombia is my favourite country in South America. After spending nearly three months here I fell in love with the people, food, dramatic scenery and cute colonial towns. Even twenty years ago, Colombia was a no-go area for most travellers, but since the dark shadow of Pablo Escobar has lifted, Colombia has been recovering and is now one of the hottest destinations for backpackers and holidaymakers from all over the world. Backpacking Colombia is a treat for any discerning traveller,…
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There is no bad time to visit Prague. Each season has its own charms, and there are plenty of things to do in Prague throughout the year. Prague can get very cold in winter, but the snow brings a magical white blanket to the city. I didn’t mean to visit Prague in winter, I went in the middle of March, but this year the weather was particularly brutal, and I found myself in Prague with sub-zero temperatures and snow. Here…
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Brno is the Czech Republic’s second largest city and is often overshadowed by Prague and smaller touristy towns like Cesky Krumlov. However, don’t underestimate Brno. I spent 3 nights in Brno and found plenty to do in this buzzing city. If you still need convincing, here’s why you should go to Brno and some suggestions for things to do in Brno for a weekend visit. Visiting Brno Czech Republic Where is Brno? Brno is in the South East of the…
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Most visitors to Fuerteventura in the Canary Islands just chill out on the beach or hang out in their resort hotels. If you want to see more of Fuerteventura than your sunbed, check out these cool things to do in Fuerteventura to see more of the island, enjoy the food at the best local restaurants, and see a different side of Fuerteventura. Things to Do in Fuerteventura Getting Around the Island By Bus There are bus services running between Puerto…
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