When most people think of a backpacking trip, they picture Europe—exploring historic cities, ticking off countries from a bucket list, and meeting travelers from around the world. But backpacking Canada offers a completely different adventure, from vast wilderness and towering mountains to vibrant cities and unique wildlife, all waiting to be discovered. It can be…
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A crafternoon in London! Discover the best breweries in the capital
London has a lot to offer in terms of pubs and bars. From small and quaint public houses with their own band of regulars to thriving gastro pubs offering up a worldly range of culinary delights, there’s choice, it seems, at every turn. But if you want to try something a little different, and perhaps…
How to save money on a trip to Chapada dos Veadeiros
Chapada dos Veadeiros is the perfect destination for those looking for a few quiet days in connection with nature. Located in Goiás, the region is known for its impressive landscapes that combine gorges, waterfalls and typical cerrado vegetation. The energy of the place could even be explained by all the forces of mother nature, but…
Turn up the heat in California’s hot spring hotspots
The hottest of California’s hotspots aren’t the beaches, deserts, or even lightning fast coffee shop Wi-Fi. Thanks to a network of tectonic fault lines that spiderweb through the state’s subterranean and pockets of water trapped deep below, hot water forces its way to the surface, creating idyllic natural hot springs. Whether you’re looking for a…
Returning to the hostel where we fell in love
Out of all the places to meet the love of your life… we wouldn’t have guessed it would be in the small Italian village of Positano. Positano is perched high above the Amalfi Coast, one of the most stunning and picturesque coastlines in the world; and one of the most famous. It is known for…
A hip hipster’s guide to Portland, Oregon
Portland is known as the west coast’s capital of hipsters. With liquored barbershops and hug therapists, who can blame them? Here’s our Ultimate Hipster Guide to Portland–everything you need to know to blend in with the hipstery crowd. Find hostels in Portland Hipster Neighbourhoods While Portland is peppered with excellent hipster joints, many of the best are found in…
Live the American dream in these US solo travel hot spots
Traveling doesn’t come easy for everyone, so while I’m the first to encourage international adventures, don’t forget that there’s plenty of fun to be had exploring your own backyard first. So what makes a destination solo travel-friendly? I look at the attractions, the city’s vibe, accessibility, hospitality, and costs. Whether you’re into the outdoors, or…
How to pack like an absolute PRO!
It affects all of us, it’s a common bug that we catch at the least appropriate times: it’s the packing anxiety. What to pack? What are the outfits we can’t be without? What if we forget something? And when we go on a plane there are all those measurements to think about. Every traveller’s nightmare,…
6 incredible winter hikes in New Zealand
If you’re into the outdoors (and let’s face it you probably are if you’re going to brave the winter) then here are 6 incredible winter hikes in New Zealand that have stunning scenery written all over them, and better yet, that almost anyone can do. Safety first: preparing for your hike The alpine environment in winter in…
7 secret islands in the Philippines you won’t believe are real
One of the most disappointing travel experiences is to arrive at a ‘secluded paradise’ only to discover it’s swarming with people. Although it requires more work and a little bravery, I believe seeking out lesser-known slices of heaven is more than worth it. With a number of islands on this list located on what is…
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