Have you been dreaming of adventure travel, but haven’t got around to planning a trip? Behind every amazing trip is someone organising it. Unless you’re an obsessive planner, travel logistics can take the fizz out of your Mojito. All that hostel booking, itinerary planning, and general no-good worrying can take the joy out of packing…
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Backpackers choice: 10 trending destinations to visit in 2023
Wow, the time has flown. 2021 is drawing to a close, and what a year we’ve had. The main highlight? Travel came back, baby! Many of our favourite destinations opened their arms and borders, ready for backpackers to get their much-needed travel fix. We’ve noticed a lot of you have been booking ahead for 2022….
20 Best Hostels with Co-Working Spaces for Digital Nomads
In this technological age, digital nomads are on the increase, and so is the demand for great on-the-move workspaces. So, to support fellow working travellers, we’ve collected the coolest hostels with co-working spaces from around the world! Feel free to skip to your desired destination: Europe Asia North America Central America South America Africa…
The best countries to teach English abroad
For many, teaching English abroad is the perfect way to experience new cultures and become one of the locals while also having a steady job to keep your finances in good shape. However, with hundreds of countries to choose from, it can be hard to decide where to go. With that in mind, here are…
10 most haunted hostels to visit this Halloween!
The scent of pumpkin spice fills the air. Costumes, novelty props and sweets begin to fill supermarket shelves. Cheesy horror flicks are our movies of choice. This can only mean one thing – October is upon us and Halloween is quickly approaching! If you haven’t made plans this October 31st, or need inspiration for next…
Changing the World with WaterAid – Art Activists Need Your Vote!
Can art really change the world? We believe it can! A few months ago, we asked you to be part of #artofchange, an art activism competition run by global charity WaterAid. 12 finalists have been selected by the esteemed panel of judges and now we need you! We’re asking you to vote for the piece…
Lockdown dreams: The most ‘Wish-Listed’ hostels in the world
Travel dreamers we see you and your backpacking desires. We’ve pulled the data from the last three months and have your top ten wish-listed hostels in the whole wide world! Creating a Wish List on the Hostelworld app is like putting your intentions out to the universe and trusting that the law of attraction will one…
11 amazing gap year ideas
Looking for gap year ideas for your ultimate adventure travel experience? We’ve made a list of 11 incredible experiences all over the world for you to get inspired! On your gap year you can learn a new language, meet loads of interesting people, get some work experience, volunteer, do a course or just backpack around….
After my own art: the 14 best cities for art around the world
Are you an expert on all things Michelangelo? Do you know the difference between a Pollock and a Picasso? Grab your paintbrush, canvas and camera, because I think you’re ready to discover the best cities for art around the world, where art fairs, galleries and creative neighbourhoods inspire both novice artists and diehard enthusiasts alike….
From Backpacker to Hostel Owner
Since I was a kid, I had always dreamed of traveling the world. I think my obsession began when my dad bought me a stack of old National Geographics from a charity shop. I read them cover to cover dozens of times, inspired and bewitched by far off places, untouched landscapes and exotic cultures. I…
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