Middle Eastern cities like Tel Aviv and Dubai might be seen as glitz and glamour, but Beirut nightlife has been keeping the region partying for decades. From quintessential Lebanese watering holes to cosmopolitan cocktail bars and traditional pubs, the nightlife in Beirut is varied, meaning there’s something for everyone in this fun-loving hotspot. While the city…
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Your ultimate itinerary for 3 days in Moscow
I see you, backpacker, lugging your big old bag off the Tran Siberian, whispering ‘spasiba’ as a sea of locals part for you to get to the exit. Only got a month to explore the whole of Russia? Found yourself in Moscow with no clue what to do? Well stop your Google searching, because here’s…
Manchester on a budget – your cheap city guide
Manchester is one of the best places for students or budget travellers to visit in the UK. Home to three (very competitive) universities – University of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan University and Salford University – there’s a massive student vibe mixed in with the vibrant local culture. It’s one of the most diverse cities in the…
Edinburgh on a budget – your cheap city guide
You’ll never struggle to find something to do in Edinburgh on a budget. The Scottish capital has everything our adventurous hearts desire, from vibrant nightlife to the perfect spots for that Insta-worthy snap. As you’ll see in this blog post, many of our most loved things to do in Edinburgh are easily accessible and affordable for…
Nottingham on a budget – your cheap city guide
Buzzing nightlife, alternative vibes and low prices… visiting Nottingham on a budget is easy, even for the most penny-pinching backpackers! The city has two universities, meaning that more than 60,000 students call it home. And as we all know, where there are students, there are bargains! We’re Seb and Liam, Hostelworld Student Explorers from the University of Nottingham….
Bournemouth on a budget – your cheap city guide
Most people know Bournemouth for its stunning beaches that stretch 10km, the perfect setting for cycling, swimming, BBQ’s and dog walking. Taking full advantage of this epic coastline is a must for travellers! The best time of year to visit is just before summer, when it’s hot but not yet crowded, packed with students hanging…
Valencia Old Town: a budget guide
A visit to Valencia isn’t complete without an adventure around the winding streets of Valencia old town – or as it’s better known, El Carmen. The barrio is book-ended by Torres de Quart and Torres de Serranos – the old city walls, runs as far north as the IVAM Museum and as far south as Plaza de…
Carnival, caipirinhas and curious hostels: the ultimate guide to backpacking Brazil
Everything about Brazil is big. Rio de Janeiro’s Carnival is big. São Paulo’s skyline is big. The swimwear might be microscopic, but the golden beaches are big. The towering Iguaçu Falls, the iconic Maracanã football stadium, the epic wetlands of the Pantanal, the flavours in a steaming bowl of feijoada, the sand dunes sweeping Lençóis Maranhenses,…
The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Ireland 2026
Many things may come to mind when you think of Ireland as its charm has reached every corner of the globe. Perhaps you’ve hunted for four leaf clovers and heard tales of leprechauns and world-famous beer. The real Ireland is even more enchanting. Its landscapes are breath-taking, ranging from wild and rugged mountains to green…
The ultimate guide to backpacking Turkey
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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