Think of Finland and the stereotypical image of frozen Rudolph noses and a never-ending miserable winter probably pops into your head. But quirky capital Helsinki has a lot to offer to anyone who is willing to embrace the charm of this small but beautiful city. It’s only in recent years that Helsinki has become popular…
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The top 10 things to do in Lapland – because who said Christmas is for kids?
Winter is rarely people’s favourite time of the year – I mean, the idea of frostbite and dressing up as the Michelin man is rather off-putting. Despite chunky layers taking away full use of your limbs and an endless supply of handkerchiefs up your sleeve to fix your runny nose, the cold can be magical….
Where to stay in Budapest: a neighbourhood guide
Whether you’re in the city for a week of culture and sightseeing, or just a weekend of partying and spa-hopping, we’ve got the lowdown on where to stay in Budapest. Hailed by many travellers as their favourite city in Europe, Budapest has a reputation for being two very important things: fun and cheap. It certainly…
Meet the Hostelworld Student Explorers!
Students and backpacking go together like peanut butter and jelly. As you probably know, we want everyone to experience the magic of travelling, so who better to introduce students to the wonderful world of hostels than students themselves?! This year, we travelled to a selection of UK university campuses to launch our first ever Hostelworld…
The ultimate guide to backpacking Turkey
Turkey is a vast and diverse country, but many of its ancient treasures and natural wonders are yet to become staples on the backpacker trail. That’s good news for adventurous travellers, who can bask on the pristine beaches of the Aegean and the Mediterranean coasts, before wrestling free of the crowds and striking further east….
The 12 coolest places to do yoga around the world
Originally from India, yoga has taken the world by storm – and with good reason! Not only does it tone your body, but it’s also healing for the soul – what’s not to love?! What’s your experience with yoga? Do you envy your friends who’ve already perfected their crows, dogs and cobras? Or are you…
Your journey through the land of Pharaohs – 13 incredible things to do in Egypt
The land of the Pharaohs has always attracted intrepid travellers eager to learn about its rich history, admire its beautiful temples and be enchanted by its world-famous pyramids. But anyone who thinks Egypt is only worth visiting to add these golden beauties to your Insta feed is sorely mistaken! When you backpack through Egypt, you’ll…
The ultimate guide to backpacking Chile
When backpacking Chile, there’s a trusty tale I guarantee you’ll hear time and again from locals. They say that when God created the world, he (or probably she, let’s be honest) had a little of everything left over – mountains, volcanoes, glaciers, deserts, the whole shebang. So, she mixed it all together and created Chile….
We came, we saw, we partied: 20 Years Young – it’s a wrap!
Guys, if you wouldn’t mind lowering your voices and turning down the lights a bit… we’re feeling a little bit delicate after partying for twenty days straight. We went hard (and so did you!) in twenty of our favourite hostels in some out of this world locations across the globe. There were shocking confessions, intense…
The best things to do in Vilnius, Lithuania: 9 reasons you must visit right now!
I could spend hours talking about amazing Lithuania, a small country of about three million. Its imposing architecture still bears the marks of the past and its beautiful churches and castles have an enchanting atmosphere. This Baltic country, close to Belarus, Poland, Estonia and Latvia, has a sweetness and charm I never expected, especially in…
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