Ask ten backpackers what they spent in Thailand and you’ll get ten different answers, and none of them will be that useful to you. That’s because a realistic budget for backpacking Thailand isn’t really a daily number at all. It’s a moving target that changes depending on whether you’re in the chaos of Bangkok, the mellow hills…
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Bangkok vs Ho Chi Minh: Best For Digital Nomads, Nightlife & Food
Choosing between Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh City is one of those travel debates that never quite settles. Both cities are loud, fast, delicious, and completely addictive in their own ways. Backpackers compare the street food, the nightlife, the cost of living, the co-working scene, and still end up booking flights to both. That’s a…
Day Trips From Bangkok Every Solo Traveler Must Experience
Alright, fellow solo travelers and budget explorers, let’s be honest. Bangkok is amazing. The street food, the lively markets, the temples, and the nightlife create an incredible sensory experience. But even the most seasoned backpacker sometimes needs a break from the city’s constant energy. That’s where day trips from Bangkok come in. Think of it…
Where to Stay: Best Social Hostels in Chiang Mai for Solo Travelers
Chiang Mai isn’t just Thailand’s northern gem. It’s one of the friendliest cities in Southeast Asia for solo travelers. With peaceful temples, lush jungle treks, and buzzing night markets, there’s no shortage of things to do. But what really makes the experience unforgettable is the people you meet along the way. That’s why choosing the…
The Ultimate List of The Best Social Hostels in Bangkok
Bangkok is one of the world’s most electric cities, a place where ancient temples meet neon nightlife and street food meets sky bars. For solo travellers and backpackers, it’s not just about what you see but who you meet. That’s why staying in a social hostel can completely transform your Bangkok experience. The best social…
Best islands in Thailand for any type of traveller
Wondering where to go for your next island getaway? We’ve got you covered. Let’s head to Thailand. The country where it’s somewhat okay to wake up on a tropical beach every morning covered in neon paint. Unsurprisingly though, there’s SO much more to this backpacking mecca than getting a bamboo tattoo of an elephant, spilling…
Dance till you drop: the best backpacker parties around the world
Some people collect passport stamps, others collect international hangovers. It’s pretty much a backpacker’s rite of passage to wake up with a sore head from the local spirit in every hostel you stumble back to. But some places have a vibe so infectious that you can’t help but crank the volume up to ‘night I’ll…
Don’t miss your shot(s)! The best hostels for the Full Moon Party
How to find the best hostels for the Full Moon Party When you think of the biggest parties in the world – Rio Carnival, Glastonbury, Mardi Gras – most of them take place every year. But Thailand’s Full Moon Party attracts crowds of more than 20,000 people every single month! Not only is it one…
The best places in Thailand, from beach adventures to ancient caves
With its clear turquoise sea, white sandy beaches, jungles, breathtaking wildlife and delicious food, Thailand is every traveller’s dream destination. However, as tourism is one of Thailand’s most important industries, there are many inauthentic traps that are easy to fall into. Unless you follow our guide on how to get around one of Southeast Asia’s…
Thailand’s Full Moon Party just got bigger… Introducing The Moon Cycle Experience
The lure of Koh Phangan’s legendary Full Moon party is strong! We travel across land and sea, from unknown ports and tried and tested backpacker trails to reach this Thai island for one night of hedonistic backpacker bonding (and buckets). But, what if there’s more? We’re here to tell you that there is more! The…
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