It’s not summer until you’ve hit the beach – and there’s a staggering range of sandy stretches where you can get your fix. I’ve sought out twelve of the best beaches in Europe, so you can find the perfect one for your summer holidays – whether you’re after adventure and nightlife or just want to…
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The 10 best places to travel alone
Backpacking and solo travel go together like peas and carrots, like Forrest and Jenny. Why should we wait for our friends to be ready to explore the world when we can venture out solo, meet heaps of incredible new people and discover an inner independence and sense of freedom that we never knew existed? More…
10 underrated European cities for your alternative adventure
While traveller hotspots like Paris and Prague have earned their popularity, there are so many underrated European cities crying out to be explored. Beyond the smaller crowds and lower prices, there are serious perks to travelling to lesser-visited spots. Firstly, it’s a more sustainable way to travel – you’re taking pressure off of over-touristed places and spending money in…
All Aboard! The Most Breathtaking Train Journeys and Best Train Rides in Europe
It’s time to start taking the scenic route. Forget about taking to the skies and start exploring what’s on the ground. InterRail recently announced that British 18 years olds can receive a free pass (worth up to £450) to explore Europe, in a bid to open up the culturally rich and beautifully diverse terrain and…
14 gay-friendly cities that LGBTQIA+ travellers love
Looking for the most gay-friendly cities to visit on your next trip? We asked the top LGBTQIA+ travel bloggers from around to world to recommend the cities and destinations they really love. From Pride festivals in Auckland to the clubs of Berlin, there’s a rainbow-coloured spectrum of inclusive destinations waiting to be discovered. And with…
9 of the best party cities in Europe
Summer in Europe is legendary. There’s no two ways about it. The sun is shining, the drinks are flowing, and everyone lets loose after the sun goes down. There’s nothing like a night out in a new European city: foreign drinks to sample, a multi-national crew to meet and dance floors to tear up! You’re…
A backpacker’s guide to Portugal – a haven for foodies, adventurers and culture vultures
From tanning on the golden beaches of the Algarve to swimming in lakes in the Serra de Estrela National Park to exploring the cobblestone streets of Lisbon and the canals of Aveiro, Portugal’s got something to suit everyone. Culture nerds, history buffs, explorers and sunseekers will all feel at home when backpacking Portugal. Often overlooked…
The Best Ski Hostels in Europe for Budget Travellers
🏔️ Hit the Slopes for Less! Skiing on fresh powder, après-ski drinks, and mountain views—sounds amazing, right? But ski trips can be expensive. The good news? You don’t have to spend a fortune! We’ve rounded up the best budget ski hostels in Europe, starting at just £8 a night. Whether you’re after ski-in, ski-out access,…
Interrail Europe – My 10 Top Interrailing Tips & Advice
TLDR: By Rob Fehily, winner of ‘Travel Writer of the Year’ at the National Student Media Awards (Smedias) — awarded for articles written during his own Interrail trip around Europe. Rob shares his top ten interrailing tips and tricks below, drawn directly from that trip. Interrailing around Europe was a life-changing experience. I found it to be…
My first 24 hours as a solo traveller
Solo travellers. Crawling through countless cities, countries, and continents; you’re weather-beaten, street-savvy ramblers of the highest order. You know your Kanpai’s from your Yamas’; you’re not afraid to eat out alone; you’ve got at least 10 different tourist visas plastering the pages of your bruised and battered passport . But, young masters, we all start somewhere….
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