So, you’ve scoured the internet looking for advice on long term travel. You’ve probably spent hours reading travel blogs, liking thousands of Instagram photos that depict your dream travel destinations and, somewhere in the process – as you’ve become more enthralled by and committed to the idea of long term travel – you landed here….
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Things To Do In Shoreditch: The Ultimate Guide For Eating, Drinking & Shopping
A night out in Shoreditch, the effortlessly edgy East London hotspot, is almost a rite of passage for any Londoner, or London visitor. Shoreditch has become a haven for London’s hipster population, serving up colourful street art, amazing markets, funky bars, and some of the best restaurants in London. There are endless things to do…
An Undeniably Awesome Tanzania Travel Guide For Backpackers On A Budget
Tanzania’s got it all! You can climb crazy, beautiful mountains (HELLO Kilimanjaro), explore stunning wildlife-packed plains, swim with dolphins, and kite surf on clear, sparkling waters. And that’s just to name a few activities! Your adventurous streak is telling you to visit Tanzania ASAP but your wallet isn’t so sure, which is exactly why we’ve…
13 Things to Do in Seoul: A Local’s Guide
In our (not so) humble opinion, Seoul is one of the most underrated capital cities in the world. When you think of South Korea, you may think of cheesy K-pop, wonderfully ridiculous K-drama, shopping, and skyscrapers. But there’s another side to South Korea, one that involves palaces, enchanting side streets, gorgeous national parks, traditional villages, and delicious…
Bocas Del Toro Travel Guide: A Backpackers Look Inside This Panama Paradise
Bocas del Toro is the backpackers Venice of the Caribbean. This Atlantic archipelago of islets has become a travel hotspot in Panama. With its water taxis, colorful cabins on stilts, island hopping, consistent surf and Rasta pirate culture, Bocas has become one of the top draws for those trekking across Central America. Bocas del Toro…
Tokyo Street Food: A Delicious Guide On What To Eat In Tokyo
There are endless places to eat in Tokyo, and although the city boasts a handful of Michelin Stars and high-end restaurants, we’re here for the cheap eats in Tokyo! Think of this heaving metropolis and you’ll envision bright neon lights, colourful flashing signs, weird and wonderful anime, and the juxtaposition of futuristic skyscrapers with stunning…
The Ultimate 2025 Hostel Packing Guide: What to Pack, What to Skip, and How to Pack Smart
Master the Art of Hostel Packing: Travel Light, Stay Smart! So, you’re staying in a hostel? Awesome choice! Whether you’re a budget traveler, solo backpacker, or just hostel-curious, staying in a hostel is one of the best ways to meet people and explore the world affordably. But let’s face it—hostel packing is an art. Pack…
Cheap Travel in Rio de Janeiro: A practical guide for budget backpackers
“Cheap travel and Rio de Janeiro in the same sentence?” “Are you sure this is possible?” We dare say… it is! And we invited Manuela, a resident of the Marvellous City and author of the blog When in Rio , to write this practical guide that will explain how to travel cheaply to Rio de Janeiro. Here you’ll…
Why Macedonia will be your next backpacking crush
If you’re already reading this, my guess is you’re the kind of traveller who would rather go to unknown or off-the-beaten-path places. In that case, Macedonia has to be your next backpacking crush! Not only does the country’s flag look like a Kingdom from GOT, the food is unbelievably delicious and cheap, and Ohrid, one…
A guide to Bangkok: the beautiful, the bonkers & beyond
Touch down in Bangkok and prepare to be greeted by a sweet ‘n sour megalopolis of river boats, dubious spas, markets, traffic, street food, and new smells. However, amongst the chaos you’ll discover a word-class food scene, unbelievable hostels and pockets of peace in the glittering chedis (shrines), and hidden parks. There’s a sense of…
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