{"id":28716,"date":"2016-11-23T17:17:50","date_gmt":"2016-11-23T17:17:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/?p=28716"},"modified":"2016-11-23T17:17:50","modified_gmt":"2016-11-23T17:17:50","slug":"best-travel-experiences","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-travel-experiences\/","title":{"rendered":"50 Travel Experiences That Are WAY Better Than Material Things"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether you’re planning to gallivant across the globe (one day!), or you’re looking to explore your own country, here are 50 travel experiences that are WAY better than material things. After all, even science says that experiences are better than things<\/a>\u00a0\ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n

1. Discover a hidden bar<\/h2>\n

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\ud83d\udcf7: The Bootlegger<\/a><\/p>\n

We’re ALL about the little secrets<\/a> only the locals know about. Whether it’s a secret jazz speakeasy or a tucked away dessert and cocktail bar, if you do a little snooping, you can find a watering hole that will fill your travel diary with stories.<\/p>\n

2. Stay up all night at a festival with friends<\/h2>\n

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\ud83d\udcf7:\u00a0Bucketlist Bandit<\/a><\/p>\n

There are so many incredible festivals around the world these days, you’re bound to be able to find one that suits your budget and music taste. From those awesome, lesser-known festivals<\/a> to the larger than life extravaganzas, festivals can be life-changing. FYI, Resident Advisor<\/a> has some KILLER recommendations!<\/p>\n

3.\u00a0Go surfing \u2013 down a\u00a0volcano!<\/h2>\n