Technology is advancing so fast that it does not allow us to prepare ourselves beforehand, even though it seduces us. Suddenly everyone is talking about drones and aerial images, slow movements and tracking, with remarkable stability, a licence to fly, etc. No doubt these devices have a unique language and aesthetic to capture the essence…
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19 Things To Do In Sweden On A Backpacker’s Budget
Crystal clear lakes, mind-blowing Northern Lights, serene forests, fantastic food, medieval Viking towns, pretty fishing villages, skiing and beaches… It’s easy to see why this magical country ranks so highly in terms of happiness and quality of life. And if you’re planning to visit, it’s safe to say you won’t be short of amazing things to do…
Cheap Travel in Rio de Janeiro: A practical guide for budget backpackers
“Cheap travel and Rio de Janeiro in the same sentence?” “Are you sure this is possible?” We dare say… it is! And we invited Manuela, a resident of the Marvellous City and author of the blog When in Rio , to write this practical guide that will explain how to travel cheaply to Rio de Janeiro. Here you’ll…
Best Places to Visit in Spain for Backpackers
Spain is a DREAM of a country for backpackers, with stunning nature, buzzing cities, glorious weather, amazing surf, sociable hostels and all sorts of heavenly cheap food. One of the best things about Spain is that you can travel with relative ease between the towns and cities that scatter this epic country. The sheer number…
Why Macedonia will be your next backpacking crush
If you’re already reading this, my guess is you’re the kind of traveller who would rather go to unknown or off-the-beaten-path places. In that case, Macedonia has to be your next backpacking crush! Not only does the country’s flag look like a Kingdom from GOT, the food is unbelievably delicious and cheap, and Ohrid, one…
10 Backpacker Havens EVERYONE Is Talking About This Year
One thing travellers pretty much all have in common is a desire to explore, to conquer the unknown and expand their experience. That’s why when it comes to predicting future travel trends, often YOU are already blazing the trail to the best off-the-beaten-path locations and wonders. We crunched a few numbers, specifically looking at booking…
The Backpacker's Guide To South Africa
A trip to South Africa promises pristine beaches, breathtaking natural beauty, sea views that spread as far as the eye can see, vibrant culture, lip-smacking gastronomy and adrenaline filled adventure. I recently travelled the majority of the Garden Route, a popular road trip itinerary for backpackers. It was an incredible adventure, starting from Cintsa and…
Places to stay in Iceland on a backpacker’s budget
Iceland is basically one gigantic National Park, where Mother Nature pulls all the stops out: geysers, glaciers, waterfalls, hot springs . Staying in a hostels means that you get to experience these otherworldly phenomenons without maxing out your travel fund. We’re giving you the 411 on places to stay in Iceland where you can see the northern…
Best clubs and bars in Taipei for backpackers
Taiwan is a beautiful tropical paradise, famous for its white beaches, and amazing night markets. Ever found yourself in a new city, wondering where to find the best nightlife? The good news is there are plenty of good bars in Taipei to enjoy, plus a few clubs and night markets to give your night a bit…
Why Bite-Sized Backpacking Is The Best New Travel Hack
The popularity of bite-sized backpacking (or “snap-packing”) has exploded in recent years! More and more people are swapping their traditional resort holidays for short, adventurous stints away throughout the year, opting to see more of the world, one chunk at a time. After doing some research (because #science), we found that the number of UK…
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