Category: Backpacking Tips

Are you a 20 something year old with no clue as to what you're doing with your life? Are all of your friends having babies and getting big ol' mortgages? Does the thought of starting your dead-end career for the next 20 years make you feel physically sick? Well you've come to the right place. […]

Do you ever just feel like you want to escape the busy city life of Melbourne and enjoy being in nature for a day? We couldn’t agree more with you! That is why the Grampians Day Tour is one of our tours that you shouldn’t miss out on. This tour is only suitable for early […]

Exploring New Zealand on a backpacker budget? Can't afford a skydive? Check out these cheap things to do in Taupo that won't break the bank! 1. Huka Falls Huka Falls are HUGE! How huge? 220,000 litres of flowing water per second kind of huge (that's enough to fill one Olympic sized swimming pool every 11 […]

I once jumped from a 12ft roof and severely injured my nose. I’ve cracked a rib jumping on a trampoline. I’ve even broken my leg falling from 6ft (my height). So when the opportunity to jump out of a plane arose, naturally I approached with extreme caution. Skydive Taupo was the destination and 15000ft was […]

Translated by Simone Benneker. 1. Je loopt het risico om in een Hobbit te veranderen Je hebt de kans om de Hobbiton film set te bezoeken van de beroemde Lord of the Rings trilogie en Hobbit films. En OMG, het is het schattigste wat je ooit zal zien! Het is zelfs zo schattig, dat je […]

So you’ve booked your flights, packed your bag, charged your camera… now all that’s standing between you and your dream destination is that draining 12-hour flight. *groan* Luckily, we’re here to help! Here are 12 tricks to help make your next long-haul flight less of a nightmare. 1. Be choosey Choose your seat wisely to […]

Chasing the perfect travel photo to wow your followers, family and friends? Nothing says "awesome travel adventure" better than an iconic landscape shot, epic selfie or stunning sunset pic. From Vietnam to Brazil, here are 2018's most instagrammable countries. Get your camera's ready and get snapping! 1. South Korea From glittering capital Seoul, to culture soaked […]

Is your growing bucket list putting pressure on your pocket? Do you want to travel but are worried about the price of accommodation, attractions and food all adding up? One of the most daunting things about travel is the cost… but it doesn’t always have to be expensive! The world is full of bargain destinations […]

Welcome to the adventure capital of the world! Queenstown is tons of fun, but all those epic bungees, white water rafting trips and jet boat tours can add up. Here are 7 free activities to enjoy between each adrenaline rush. They’ll give your wallet a break and will mean you’ll be able to afford your […]

Booking a hotel, googling restaurants near you or even just checking in with friends on Facebook… these things are easy when you’re at home, but when you’re travelling the world without an internet connection they can get a whole lot harder. Luckily, we've researched some ways to help you find free Wi-Fi wherever you go. […]