If you’ve booked your trip for the colder months and are looking for inspiration on what to do in London in winter, we’ve got good news for you! Even in cold temperatures, the city is still vibrant and you’ll have plenty of great things to do. From discovering quirky bookshops to taking part in soothing…
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The best places to visit in Eastern Europe for culture, incredible vibe and cheap prices!
For adventurers from all over the world, travelling to Europe is one of life’s great sons. Mas todos sabemos que é preciso ter uma boa grana para viajar pelo continente dos euros, certo? Bem, na verdade não. No, we know that cities like London, Paris and Rome require a large part of your stay, but if you are…
From fairytale castles to nightlife: 10 things to do in Bratislava
Having spent years in the shadow of its big sister, Prague, the Slovak capital, Bratislava, is finally attracting growing interest as a destination – a position it has held since the break-up of Czechoslovakia in 1993. Despite its proximity, we know very little about Slovakia. So why not broaden our horizons to a little-known culture…
What to do in Oslo on a backpacker’s budget
Scandinavia is a hot destination at the moment. OK, maybe not literally, but backpackers are increasingly loving this special, stylish corner of the world and the natural beauty it has to offer. Take the Norwegian capital, for example. In Oslo, you can breathe in the trendy but unpretentious flair of a city that manages to…
The best places to visit in Eastern Europe for culture, cool vibes and cheap prices!
For adventurous souls from all over the world, backpacking Europe is the stuff dreams are made of. But we all know you need big bucks in your budget to travel around this pricey continent, right? Well, wrong actually. It’s no secret that the likes of London, Paris and Rome will make a big dent in your travel…
The 10 best things to do in Oslo on a backpacker’s budget
Scandinavia is hot right now – well okay, not literally. But backpackers are loving this stylishly quirky corner of the world and all the unique cities and natural beauty it has to offer. Take the Norwegian capital for example. There’s a nonchalant coolness about Oslo, it’s chic and modern but minimalist and traditional at the…
Clubs, castles and Cumil: the top ten things to do in Bratislava
While big brother Prague has been on the travel radar for decades, backpackers are only starting to warm up to Bratislava — the Slovak capital since Czechoslovakia broke up in 1993. That might have something to do with an unflattering portrayal in EuroTrip (“It’s good you came in summer — in winter, it can get…
The 12 must-do things to do in Florence
More than 5 years have passed since my Erasmus experience in Florence, the capital of Tuscany, in Italy, and I still feel nostalgic when someone mentions it or I come across a photo of the place. Firenze (its name in Italian) leaves an indelible mark on the hearts of all those of us who have…
The best things to do in Helsinki – from steamy saunas to silent chapels!
Think of Finland and the stereotypical image of frozen Rudolph noses and a never-ending miserable winter probably pops into your head. But quirky capital Helsinki has a lot to offer to anyone who is willing to embrace the charm of this small but beautiful city. It’s only in recent years that Helsinki has become popular…
Books, boats and backpacker bargains – our favourite things to do in Oxford
What if we told you that you don’t need to be an academic genius to enjoy Oxford? This charming English city might be known around the world for its prestigious university, but there’s another side to Oxford that’s waiting for you to explore. Think picturesque, historic streets, a thriving arts scene and backpacker-approved nightlife. And…