Are you as seduced by Scandinavia as I am? Well when I saw the Oscar-nommed Danish Girl recently, I was so inspired that I finally bought some cheap flights to Copenhagen, piled on my hats, scarves, gloves and thermal-everythings and set off on my Danish odyssey. With it being January and the Christmas money hangover…
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10 tips for cheaper skiing
For some, the winter holidays have begun. And February holidays mean skiing! The powder snow, the sun, the schuss, sipping mulled wine at the top of the slopes… It’s the stuff of dreams! But skiing holidays aren’t always cheap. Here are 10 tips on how to go skiing without breaking the bank: 1. Sleep in…
Affordable luxury: 11 boutique hostels in Europe that will blow you away!
The new generation of hostels has officially landed! If luxury travel is your jam but you don’t have the budget, then it’s about time you met the boutique hostels. They’re authentic, full of personality and often locally or family-run. Whether it’s a city break you are after, a traveller’s treat, or a home away from…
Tips and tricks #2 – Showing prices in your preferred currency
Are the hostel prices showing up in Euro, but you want to see them in Turkish Lira? Guess what?! You can choose what currency you wish to have the prices displayed in. Here, in the second of our ‘tips and tricks’ posts we show you how to make sure you see the prices in the…
Affordable Places to Eat in Oslo – Top Oslo Restaurants
Although Oslo can be a pretty expensive city when it comes to eating out, you will find some fantastic places to eat offering cheaper options without sacrificing the great taste. Here, we’ve picked out ten of the top restaurants to eat out in Oslo. 1. Ricebowl Thai Café An exceedingly popular restaurant with locals, Ricebowl Thai…
Cheap places to eat in San Sebastian – top San Sebastian restaurants
San Sebastian Restaurants? Well… Known as a city that loves food, San Sebastian boasts a wide array of restaurants and cafés serving everything from the traditional tortilla de patatas to filling sandwiches called bocadillos. Pintxos are the local speciality, and you’ll be able to try these in any number of welcoming bars, many of which…
9 Reasons why USA travel is cheaper than you think
Exploring America doesn’t have to break the bank! We asked travel bloggers for some expert advice on saving money while traveling to and around the United States… 1. Know Your Geo Okay, we’ve got to start with the obvious. America is a massive country with some pretty complex geography. Knowing your stuff will help avoid…
Infographic: What is the average price of a youth hostel worldwide?
Jessy from the travel blog Globalement.com recently wrote to us with a project that immediately got us excited: an infographic showing the average price of hostels by destination, for both private rooms and dormitories. Here are the results: (Click on the image to enlarge) So, what’s your next destination?
8 London Carnival After-Parties For Under a Fiver
Notting Hill Carnival may be the biggest street party in Europe, but if you’re not feeling the stormy vibes this year (or are simply over the queuing, crowds and £20 toilet fees), and don’t have the dollar for a swanky after party, head East and take shelter at these Bank Holiday fiestas… 1. Versace Vibes at The Wick , Sunday…
Travelling cheap and backpacking happily: Interview with Jana Rosa
Travelling cheaply, meeting people, seeing the world. We know how distressing it can be to want to get out of your everyday bubble and see the world, but not know where or how to start. Doubts start popping up: “But is backpacking for me?”, “I don’t have any company, should I travel alone?”, “I only…
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