With its dreamy beaches, stunning nature, amazing Thai culture and traditional dishes, Krabi is a must-see if you’re planning to explore Thailand. So let’s help you make that awesome travel decision by showing you some of the best hostels in Krabi! Get ready to see the coolest hostels with outdoor terraces, pools, rooftops, gardens, fun…
Category: Travel Tips
From solo traveller to social butterfly: how to make friends on the road
The idea of exploring alone in a foreign country can be daunting for many of us, and for shy or introverted people approaching strangers in hostels might be even more anxiety-inducing. Most Hostelworld travellers are solo explorers, and one of the main reasons they book hostels is to find friends to hang out with. Whether…
How to solo travel with a bad sense of direction
“It’s not about the plan, it’s about the detour,” is the tagline of Claire Ramsdell’s website, The Detour Effect . Her family calls her “Wrong-Way Ramsdell” because of her sense of direction but this hasn’t stopped her from solo travelling, hitchhiking, car camping, and hiking all on her own. Another travel blogger, Christina Jane of Being Christina Jane says that she…
From South to North: the best cheap eats in Vietnam
One major (and very understandable) allure of a South East Asian trip is the food. Every country has their own delicious dishes that are ideal for satisfying your many cravings. Vietnam has oodles of appeal when it comes to cuisine. A mash-up of flavours, influences and ingredients makes it one of the region’s most unique,…
Beyond boundaries with The Broke Backpacker: Will Hatton’s inspiring business odyssey
Everything began with a restless spirit yearning for something different, for a life that snapped, crackled and popped with more… More energy, more risk, more reward, more raw experiences. Ultimately, I was looking upon the open road for more experiences, more connections, and more meaning. This is the story of how a penniless backpacker transitioned…
Travel Unravelled
Welcome to another edition of Travel Unravelled! This time, we’re unpacking some tricky topics, including travelling to controversial places (and what even makes a place controversial to begin with!). We also dive into the ethics of “living like a local” when you travel and when it goes too far. What are your thoughts on…
Explore like a local – Things to do in Perugia, Italy
Rome, Venice, Florence, the Amalfi Coast – these are all incredible destinations that you need to see at some point in your Italy travels. But you’re truly missing out if you don’t dig a little deeper by going to Perugia, the capital of Umbria, the so-called green heart of Italy. To Italians, it’s hardly a…
Discover Naples’ obsession with football legend Diego Maradona
Naples is nothing if not a quirky city. From its language (Neapolitan, not Italian), its food, its people, its dysfunction, its corruption, its pride – these are all part of what make Naples such a fascinating place. It’s one of my personal favorite cities to visit. A defining characteristic of Naples is its obsession with…
Hiking in Japan: the history behind 3 sacred Japanese trails
Japan is an immensely popular destination in the travel community. Everyone wants to walk Shibuya’s busiest street crossing, eat conveyor belt sushi , and live their anime fantasy. However, after living almost a year in Japan, I have realized my favorite part of Japan is not its modern wonders – although they are fascinating. What I love is…
15 of the best hostels in Europe for your next big adventure
Got a Euro-trip on the cards this year? Then it’s time you get to know the best hostels in Europe. We all know that hostels are the most budget-friendly option in pricey Europe, but the benefits of these gems go way further than your wallet. Whether you’re a solo traveller, headed on a friends trip…
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