It’s 100% true: Scotland is filled with dramatic craggy mountain ranges, miles of open road and dozens of white-sand beaches that really do rival those found in the Caribbean (trust me, I used to live in the Cayman Islands). Wondering where to go in West Scotland? A road trip around the west coast is a…
Where to go in El Salvador, a 2-week itinerary of this small but sensational country
El Salvador is fast becoming a popular spot on the backpacker trail. In 2021, I spent two weeks there and had absolutely no idea what to expect. It turned out to be one of my favourite countries for both its wonderfully friendly locals and the ‘untouched’ feel it still possesses. From towering volcanoes to world-class…
Travel Unravelled: Your questions answered
Making new friends and reflecting on trips gone wrong We’re back with another edition of Travel Unravelled, answering questions from and giving travel advice to our community of global travellers! This time, we look at how to come out of your shell and make friends at your hostel, for those travellers who are a little…
The top 5 countries leading the way in sustainable development & why you should visit them
There are many reasons to look after our planet and, of course, the freedom to keep exploring wonderful places is a reason high on many backpackers’ lists. The United Nations adopted 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs) in 2015 to work on social, economic and environmental issues. It may be no surprise to hear that Northern…
Solo male travel: What you need to know if you’re worried
You’re a solo-travelling man and you’re about to embark on a grand adventure. But rather than being like Bear Grylls parachuting into a forest, or one of those angry people in SAS: Who Dares Wins, you feel a bit nervous. Heck, you might feel homesick, fed up, exhausted, doubtful, lonely, just all-round sad. I’ve experienced…
What to do in Rajasthan, a 2-week itinerary of 3 colourful cities
Vivid colours, camels and elephants, delicious food, and an ancient history… If Rajasthan isn’t on your travel bucket list, you need to add it now. Commonly known as the “Desert State”, the area spans across Northern India’s Thar desert. It’s packed with a rich variety of wildlife, as well as beautiful Havelis, hill forts and…
Explore like a local – Things to do in Gyeongju, South Korea
Seoul has been on most of our wanderlists for a long time, but have you heard about Gyeongju? This chilled-out city has always been a travel hotspot for Koreans, but the rest of the world is just catching on to all the incredible things to do in Gyeongju. As Korea’s ancient capital, you can’t walk…
How I discovered I was neurodivergent whilst solo travelling
Being an undiagnosed neurodivergent solo traveller made me feel like I was exploring a different planet from my peers. We might follow the same map and end up at the same landmarks, but every traveller has a very different journey. Mine began at 27 when I booked a one-way flight to Tokyo. Like many others…
Everything you need to know: solo travelling in The Galapagos
The Galapagos is a bucket list destination for most of us. Where better to be immersed in nature than the archipelago made famous by Darwin?! Understandably, it’s a pricey place and due to requiring a return flight, visitors have a finite amount of time there. As a result, I did a heck of a lot…
Explore like a local: how to enjoy Tel Aviv on a budget
Israel’s self-proclaimed non-stop city is hedonistic, cosmopolitan, and modern, with a casual seaside vibe and plenty of “east meets west” charm. With sandy beaches, buzzing markets, world-class restaurants, and a nightlife scene that can easily rival London, New York, or Berlin, Tel Aviv manages to be both effortlessly cool and undeniably unique. It’s also notoriously…
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