Europe season is here, Reader. Things sneak up fast around this time of the year. Prices skyrocket and hostels fill up fast. If you're even half-considering it, now's the time to stop browsing and actually make a move. We've also got a bunch of tips to help you get around Europe on a budget. Click here to read:"How to Travel Europe Cheaply" Tips Before You Go There are some things you can't escape when travelling Europe in peak season. But you can definitely be prepared! #1: Book the bed...
6 days ago • 1 min read
You know how EVERY travel app claims to have the best deals? We got tired of taking their word for it, so we actually tested one. If you're a hardcore frugal beast who's perfectly happy in a dorm bed every night when you're travelling, you can probably skip this email. But if you're the kind of traveller who occasionally enjoys a proper room (sometimes you just want a door that locks), you're gonna wanna know about HotelTonight. Click here to readour review of HotelTonight! HotelTonight is a...
10 days ago • 1 min read
I love a hidden gem just as much you probably do. And despite them getting increasingly harder to find, the year is 2026 and we're still managing! Below is a list of 7 destinations you should pay attention to. It's probably only a matter of time until they turn into the next hotspot. Click here to read:The 7 Best Hidden Gems to Visit How pretty is that!? From the East to the West, the whole world is filled with precious diamonds. And they’re just waiting for the right people to find them at...
17 days ago • 1 min read
The Broke Backpacker started in 2011 as a team of one. Led by Will, it didn’t take long until the site became a staple for in-depth guides covering some of the world’s wildest destinations. Will driving a rickshaw across India. Fifteen years and 50 million readers later, The Broke Backpacker has grown into a full-fledged team of writers and editors under new management - but Will remains part of the family and his adventurous spirit hasn’t gone anywhere. Here’s where TBB is today looking...
20 days ago • 1 min read
Solo travel is one of those things that sounds more intimidating than it actually is, but then it turns out to be more rewarding than you expected. If you're travelling solo this summer, we want you to have all of our best tips so you can have an EPIC time. If you don't plan on venturing solo, well, maybe reading this article will motivate you to go and have the best time of your life 😉 Click here to read:The Broke Backpacker'sTOP Solo Travel Tips Solo but never alone. Summer is a time when...
24 days ago • 1 min read
Most people travelling in Thailand go to Koh Phangan for the (in)famous Full Moon Party. It’s been a backpacking rite of passage for a while. But somewhere on the island, hidden away from the neon madness and the buckets of vodka Red Bull, there is a much BETTER (and far more interesting) party waiting for you. The Eden Garden Party is a psychedelic gathering of sorts, one that happens deep in the jungle, far from the judgemental and watchful eye of the masses. The vibe is closer to what the...
27 days ago • 1 min read
Sri Lanka is a place that a lot of people visit, but very few actually do it right. The first mistake starts with picking when to go, not understanding that the seasons ain't always on like Donkey Kong (monsoons are a real thing). The country is also much bigger than it seems, so people often underestimate how much time they need. We've got all the info you need to plan your trip right, including all of the best stops for your itinerary 😋 Click here to read:The ULTIMATE Sri LankaItinerary...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Somewhere between seeing the fifth and seventh wonder of the world, the world stops seeming so wonderful. Have we missed the entire point of travelling? Bucket lists are a trap. Not because the places aren't worth seeing, but because the way we usually do it means we barely scratch the surface. Enter: slow travel. The better alternative that does wonders to the soul. The Art of Slow Travel: How to HACK Travel Slow travel is the opposite of blindly following a bucket list. It's also,...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Travelling is not always easy. It will throw you around. You'll get lost, overcharged, rained on, and stranded somewhere you didn't plan to be. These are the moments you actually learn something valuable from it, though. And that's the whole point, isn't it? 7 Benefits of Travelling: Why Travel is SO Important Travelling can be exhausting but it is one of the most rewarding things you’ll ever do. It all starts with a burning desire to see the world, to immerse into new cultures, and have...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read