Some places call to the adventurous spirit more than others. They may not be as easy to get to or travel in, but sometimes that’s exactly what drives people to them. These places tend to carry a greater degree of mysticism as well. An inexplainable spiritual force surrounding them that can only be felt - never explained. Tibet is one such place - and it will be the focus of today’s email. A place that is remote, rugged, and shrouded in deeply magical sights. Tibet is not your standard travel...
11 days ago • 2 min read
Winding through lush tea plantations, you feel the fresh breeze as it gently caresses your face. In front of you, the misty highlands and endless rolling hills slide through the horizon. You pinch yourself. Yes, it is very much real - and it's all yours to take in. And the best part? It’s one of the cheapest, most beautiful experiences in the world. The legendary Kandy to Ella train is perhaps the most epic train ride an adventure traveller can go on... [READ] The Complete Kandy to EllaTrain...
18 days ago • 1 min read
If you're feeling a tad stuck and need some destination inspiration, let me tantalise you with some fresh and sexy suggestions... WHERE to GoBackpacking in 2025 👀 BEST Backpacking Destinations for 2025 🌍 Some people prefer offbeat legends from the likes of Gilgit Baltistan or Uzbekistan. But there's nothing wrong with classics such as the north of Thailand and Japan. The bottom line is that there are SO many great destinations to go backpacking :) Get your happy face ready! We've recently...
26 days ago • 1 min read
Driving 4x4s across the desert in Jordan, chillin’ with giant tortoises in Ecuador, cycling around Cuba... Have you ever imagined yourself in one of these situations? Well, Reader, if you're itching to do something a little different and you're short on the time or willpower to plan out your own trip, I should probably tell you about G Adventures :) Travel with G Adventures 🌍 PS. that button saves you 15% on your next trip 😉 Bring on the World 🤩 We recently talked on the blog about our top...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
For years, whispers of this captivating country have been circulating in the backpacking community, and it’s high time we confirm the rumours. The secret's out, folks… Albania is IN. Backpacking in AlbaniaTravel Guide for 2025 Introducing: Albania 🤩 Albania is an adventurer's paradise, brimming with hiking, biking, rafting and so much more. Not to mention its dazzling coastline that rivals its famous neighbours - Greece, Montenegro, and Croatia. The only catch is that you’re gonna want to...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Travelling on a budget doesn't mean you need to miss out — it just means you need to know where to look. And right now, Reader, that means paying close attention to this email... Travel deals come and go, and often we're not paying attention cause we're not in that headspace at the time. But if you're planning a trip soon, I urge you to spend a minute or two sifting through these deals. They might save you a ton later on ;) 1️⃣ Save on Hostels Hostels are one of the pinnacles of budget...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
If you'd like to support The Broke Backpacker so we can keep producing EPIC travel content for you, you can now buy the team some coffee :) Buy Us a Coffee ☕️ In 2024, over 6 million people visited The Broke Backpacker. That’s a wild number to wrap my head around! It is truly humbling to think about how far we’ve come since the site was first registered twelve years ago and how many travellers we’ve helped along the way. Between those searching for actionable destination advice, general...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
India is a land of both adventure and misadventure! It has the power to change your life forever, but also to break you in half completely. This is a country that's got the best of the good, the worst of the bad, plus plenty of the amazing and the ugly coming at you ALL at once... so if you're planning to go, read this first: The Broke Backpacker'sBEST Travel Tips for India 👌 🇮🇳 Travel Tips You NEED to Know Right, so we'll start from the beginning. 1 - Get the hell off the Golden Triangle...
2 months ago • 2 min read
Staying in hostels is great for a couple of main reasons: first, you save a TON of money, and then you get to meet all sorts of awesome, like-minded travellers. But how do you know you're picking a good hostel — and where in the world do you find them?? Well, in moments like this, you turn to The Broke Backpacker. 👉 The Broke Backpacker'sTop Hostel Recommendations! HOW to Find the World’s Best Hostels There are way too many hostels in this world. Not even the most experienced backpacker could...
2 months ago • 2 min read