TLDR: By Rob Fehily, winner of ‘Travel Writer of the Year’ at the National Student Media Awards (Smedias) — awarded for articles written during his own Interrail trip around Europe. Rob shares his top ten interrailing tips and tricks below, drawn directly from that trip. Interrailing around Europe was a life-changing experience. I found it to be…
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European Road Trip: How To Save A Tonne Of Money On Car Rental, Insurance & Parking
So, you want to take a road trip across Europe ? I take my hat off to you. You’re committing to a truly legendary travel conquest! The continent is a tough nut to crack (especially if you’re on a budget) but it can be done, we promise! If you want to avoid overspending, there are a…
The world’s best train journeys for travel obsessives
If you ask us, there aren’t many things cooler than travelling the world by train. Moving around slowly, minimising your carbon footprint and treasuring every experience along the way – whoever tried to tell us that trains were nerdy? Sometimes, the journey itself is just as impressive as the destination. Seriously! To prove our point…
Complete travel guide to Fortaleza: beaches, transport, nightlife and many other tips
The capital of Ceará is one of the most beautiful cities in the north-east of Brazil and has something to offer for every type of traveller. In Fortaleza you can enjoy the beach, get to know the local handicrafts, try a variety of typical dishes, stroll through the historic centre, take part in cultural events…
The 12 best road trips around Scotland
Whatever type of Scotland road trip you’re planning, there are many different routes you can take to see the most of this wild, beautiful, rugged country. There are plenty of road trips in Scotland that are planned by tour companies, but there’s also the flexibility of tailoring your own trip depending on what you want…
How to stay healthy and happy on a long-haul flight
Whoever said the journey and not the destination is the best part of any adventure probably wasn’t talking about a long haul flight. The downside to what a great big world we live in is that it takes a long time to cover all of it. Unfortunately, this can mean being stuck on a plane…
How much does Interrail cost? Passes, fees and tips
Are you planning a rail adventure in Europe? The Interrail Pass is an affordable way to travel by train to dozens of countries. This updated guide breaks down all the costs – pass prices, booking fees, food, accommodation and more – so you can plana budget-friendly Interrail trip. We’ve also included expert tips and frequently…
Get wild on two wheels: a beginner’s guide to cycling the Danube River
So you’re thinking about cycling the Danube River, huh? It’s a pretty incredible journey to do on two wheels and definitely one for the courageous. I know because I cycled it myself this summer – all 420kms of it. As the Danube cycle path is such a big journey, it’s super important to have everything…
Ready to road trip Australia? Try these 8 iconic routes
Vast and varied, Australia is a country that’ll scratch your itchy feet from east to west as you wander along sandy coastlines, deserted desert strips, forest-fringed beachfronts and cosy vineyard estates. If time is on your side, one of my favourite things to do whether I’m in Australia or elsewhere is hit the road with…
The ultimate West Coast road trip
The US West Coast is the road tripper’s treasure trove, brimming with everything from natural phenomena to busy city streets. Plan to give yourself at least three weeks to complete this route and leave lots of extra time to get pulled of course by the countless wonders of the West. Prep your palate for clam…
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