Last year I spent six months travelling from Buenos Aires to Bogota on my lonesome. Here are some of the lessons I learnt while travelling South America alone… 1 – You’re not an anomaly The way people speak, you’d think solo female travel were a new invention. This couldn’t be further from the truth. Everywhere…
Category: Budget Tips
11 Cool Things to Do in Copenhagen on a Tiny Budget
Are you as seduced by Scandinavia as I am? Well when I saw the Oscar-nommed Danish Girl recently, I was so inspired that I finally bought some cheap flights to Copenhagen, piled on my hats, scarves, gloves and thermal-everythings and set off on my Danish odyssey. With it being January and the Christmas money hangover…
15 Of The Best Free Things To Do In Tokyo
Tokyo, capital of Japan, and a sprawling metropolis is one of the most populous metropolitan areas in the world! Tokyo will dazzle you with it’s bight lights and contrasting traditional culture, luring you into a world beyond limits. Why not download the Hostelworld app to ensure you get the most out of your time in Tokyo. Most people assume that…
15 things to do for free in Prague
Popular with travellers due to fairytale-type castles, its compact size, and nightlife to suit the hedonist in you, Prague is today one of Europe’s biggest tourist destinations, and after just a few hours in the city you’ll figure out why. And even though it’s by far one of the best-value capitals in Europe, we’ve put…
Best Restaurants in Pisa – 10 Budget Options for Pizza and Pasta Lovers
Home to a plethora of restaurants and cafés, Pisa is a great place to try top-notch Italian cuisine from pasta to gelato, with a large variety of affordable options readily available. To make your life a little bit easier, Hostelworld has selected ten of the best restaurants in Pisa for those in need of a…
9 Reasons why USA travel is cheaper than you think
Exploring America doesn’t have to break the bank! We asked travel bloggers for some expert advice on saving money while traveling to and around the United States… 1. Know Your Geo Okay, we’ve got to start with the obvious. America is a massive country with some pretty complex geography. Knowing your stuff will help avoid…
Best Tea Shops in London for a Cheap Afternoon Tea
Everyone knows that Brits love a cup of tea (or a “cuppa” as it’s called in the UK), but when you land in London Town, where can you go to experience the very best tea in the capital? We’ve gathered together some of the best tea shops in London so you know exactly where to go…
Copenhagen on a budget – 24 hours in the Danish capital
Scandinavia gets a bad rap (money-wise). We’ve all heard time and time again from traveller friends about how expensive it is there. I don’t know about you, but I like to make sure I’m not going to go bankrupt just trying to experience a new city. I recently spent 24 hours in Copenhagen, and saw…
Berlin express: experience the best of Berlin on a budget in 36 hours!
Hi there! I’m Carolina, a Brazilian girl living in London who has been working for Hostelworld for two months now, and loving it. Working in the Hostelworld offices can be quite surprising sometimes. You know that you’ll be working in a cool place, living and breathing travel, but I had no idea that in less…
From free hotdogs to Tai Chi in the park: How to get more bang for your buck in New York City
Just because you’re in New York, it doesn’t mean your trip has to be expensive. Whether you want offbeat culture or iconic NYC moments, read on for HI USA’s pick of the best free things to do in the Big Apple. Soak up the culture at a world-class museum Plan your trip right and you…
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