Everyone knows that Brits love a cup of tea (or a “cuppa” as it’s called in the UK), but when you land in London Town, where can you go to experience the very best tea in the capital? We’ve gathered together some of the best tea shops in London so you know exactly where to go…
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Copenhagen on a budget – 24 hours in the Danish capital
Scandinavia gets a bad rap (money-wise). We’ve all heard time and time again from traveller friends about how expensive it is there. I don’t know about you, but I like to make sure I’m not going to go bankrupt just trying to experience a new city. I recently spent 24 hours in Copenhagen, and saw…
10 things you need to know before going to Brighton Pride
Europe is knee deep in Gay Pride season – hip hip hooray! And one of the best LGBT Pride celebrations that can be found anywhere in the world is in Brighton, the UK’s unofficial gay capital. Book your tickets for the party on Saturday August 1stand have an awesome time – but before you arrive, make sure you…
Berlin express: experience the best of Berlin on a budget in 36 hours!
Hi there! I’m Carolina, a Brazilian girl living in London who has been working for Hostelworld for two months now, and loving it. Working in the Hostelworld offices can be quite surprising sometimes. You know that you’ll be working in a cool place, living and breathing travel, but I had no idea that in less…
Paris like a local: Exploring Canal Saint-Martin & Belleville
If you’ve seen the Eiffel tower and you’ve lined up at the Louvre, if you’ve over-done the sidewalk bistros in St-Germain and you’ve accepted that you can’t really afford to shop along the Champs-Elysées, then it’s time to experience Paris like a local. That means you’ll need to head east, towards the Canal Saint-Martin and…
Where to party in Budapest: ruin bars, spa parties and Europe’s answer to Burning Man Festival
It’s no secret that Budapest is one of Europe’s hottest destinations right now – it’s cheap, wild and attracts top DJs from around the world. The best time to party here is the summer, when rooftop bars and decadent spa parties take over the city. We’ve put together a list of the best addresses in Budapest for…
Where to go in Europe when the euro is weak
This spring, the euro hit a seven-year low against the pound and a 12-year low against the dollar. Currently, the pound will buy you around EUR 1.40, compared to EUR 1.20 this time last year. If this isn’t the perfect excuse to book a trip to Europe, we don’t know what is! To help you…
the 15 best places for coffee in Amsterdam
Amsterdam is world famous for its ‘coffee shops’, which offer more than just a cup of coffee, but in recent years there has been a proliferation of amazing places to indulge in some good old-fashioned caffeine. Read on for the ultimate guide to coffee in Amsterdam. 1. Caffènation Amsterdam The well-known Belgian roaster Caffènation has…
The best street food in London
Korean burritos, Angry Fries and obscenely sticky brownies London has some of the most amazing street food in the world and with summer just around the corner, it’s time to hit the streets for some cheap al fresco dining. Here’s our guide to the city’s best street markets and food shops. the 5 best street…
The Best Clubs In London for Electronic Music Addicts
Since the dawn of time, well since the dawn of rave culture at least, London has been one of the best cities in the world for electronic music. In the last three decades, it’s been the starting point for essential genres like dubstep, drum & bass and grime. It remains bustling today, with countless parties…