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 most…
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Your ultimate 5-day itinerary for Mexico City
If you haven’t yet put together an itinerary for Mexico City, don’t worry! The city is huge, but it is possible to see all the main sights, cultural attractions and things to do in just a few days. Luckily, Mexico City is a vibrant metropolis where you can have a great time on any budget,…
The 20 best youth hostels in Chiang Mai for every type of traveller
How to find the best hostels in Chiang Mai Whether you’re a backpacker in training or a seasoned globetrotter, Chiang Mai is probably at the top of your bucket list. This northern Thai city is a favourite in our backpacker community, and we can’t deny that it steals our hearts a little more every time…
Snow or sun? The 10 best places to spend Christmas alone
Who says Christmas is a holiday for those who stay at home? Spending Christmas alone in a big city is a great way to connect with people from all over the world for life. This has several advantages, such as not having to deal with nervous relatives or being able to save more money for…
The best youth hostels in Puerto Rico
Find the best youth hostels in Puerto Rico for your trip We know we don’t have to convince you to spend your holiday on the Caribbean islands, but there are so many reasons why Puerto Rico is a backpacker’s paradise. We’re talking delicious food, wonderful nature reserves, historic neighbourhoods, cool cafés, a rich culture and,…
10 reasons why Málaga is the perfect destination for an extraordinary city break
I admit: when I used to plan a short holiday in Spain, I always thought of Málaga quite late (if at all). But who can blame me when its big brothers Granada and Seville have been taking all the credit for years? But now the time has come: Málaga has done it!!! Not only is…
What to do in Jericoacoara – tips from a local
I was lucky enough to spend part of my adolescence and adult life living in Fortaleza. And Jericoacoara, 300 kilometres from the capital of Ceará, was a must for holidays with friends and family. In almost twenty years, I’ve watched Jericoacoara transform from a destination known only to a few tourists and kitesurfers into one…
Get ink-spired at the best tattoo hostels around the world!
Whether it’s a cheeky little llama to remind you of Machu Picchu, or something you don’t remember choosing to remind you of all the buckets you drank in Thailand, travel tattoos are a special badge of honour for backpackers, and a wonderful way to remember the best days of your life via a permanent reminder…
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…
Backpacking Belize 2026: Best Hostels, Tips & Things to Do
If Belize was any more laid-back, it would be asleep. Like a Caribbean island bolted on to Central America, this miniature country hugs the coast between Mexico and Guatemala — but the region’s only English-speaking nation has a chilled-out vibe all of its own. Backpackers have flocked to the glassy water, white sand and chilled…
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