Turkey is a vast and diverse country, but many of its ancient treasures and natural wonders are yet to become staples on the backpacker trail. That’s good news for adventurous travellers, who can bask on the pristine beaches of the Aegean and the Mediterranean coasts, before wrestling free of the crowds and striking further east….
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The ultimate guide to backpacking Chile
When backpacking Chile, there’s a trusty tale I guarantee you’ll hear time and again from locals. They say that when God created the world, he (or probably she, let’s be honest) had a little of everything left over – mountains, volcanoes, glaciers, deserts, the whole shebang. So, she mixed it all together and created Chile….
The ultimate guide to backpacking Russia
Sipping sour beetroot soup in a canteen that’s barely changed since Soviet times. Watching the sun rise over the vast emptiness of the Siberian plains. Plunging into a crystalline mountain lake before warming up in a rickety sauna…. Backpacking in Russia is an epic adventure that will challenge, excite and amaze you in equal measure….
It’s not all about temples! The 15 best things to do in Siem Reap for every type of backpacker
Whether you’re a backpacking couple, solo wanderer or travelling with a group of friends, you’ll find that Siem Reap is an awesome city that has more to offer than its most famous attraction, the majestic Angkor Wat. I’ve sought out 15 of the coolest things to do in Siem Reap to make your experience extra…
20 on the road – How backpacking has changed in the last 20 years
All this talk of our 20th birthday has made us feel a little nostalgic. We are thinking back to simpler times, when the Backstreet Boys ruled the charts, when we sported chokers and total denim outfits, and our first wave of intrepid travellers began booking hostel beds, unaware that the adventures they would soon have…
The Ultimate Singapore Backpacking Guide
If you’re travelling around South East Asia, it’s likely that you’ll find yourself backpacking Singapore. More than just a layover, Singapore is a heady mix of other-worldly architecture, traditional temples, city lights and futuristic gardens. It’s also one of the cleanest and safest countries on the planet. Singapore really does have something for everyone and…
20 years of travelling – how backpacking has changed
All this talk about our 20th birthday has made us feel a bit nostalgic. We’re thinking back to a simpler time, when the Backstreet Boys ruled the charts, we were all rocking chokers and dodgy denim, and our first wave of intrepid hostel travellers were booking their beds and setting off on the adventures that…
A first timer’s guide to backpacking Georgia
Not many places have seen such a dramatic increase in travellers in recent years as the Republic of Georgia. A relatively small country sandwiched between Russia and Turkey in the South Caucasus, Georgia has typically been on few people’s ‘to-go’ lists. But as both the tourism industry in the country and international interest grows, Georgia’s…
Milongas, Malbec and Messi: the ultimate guide to backpacking Argentina
Argentina is the eighth largest nation on the face of the earth, and it squeezes an awful lot inside its ample borders. Cities, wetlands, deserts, mountains, jungles, beaches, glaciers, vineyards, ski fields… Argentina is as diverse as it is enormous, which is exactly what makes this slab of South America such an enticing destination. The…
The Ultimate Nicaragua Backpacking Guide
One of the most intriguing countries in Central America, Nicaragua offers chilled out surf towns, fiery volcanoes and lush forests that are sure to captivate those looking to explore. Backpacking Nicaragua was once a firm traveller favourite, now slightly off the radar, it’s as captivating but with less travellers to share it with. Imagine a land alive…
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