We travel to open our minds and “find ourselves”, Reader. But, sometimes, we end up finding a big, steaming heap of shit instead. Today, we show you destinations you should NOT bother with. Click here to read...Top 12 Worst Countries to Visit[Honest Backpacker Take] Can you guess where?... Top 12 Worst Countries to Visit Travelling in the Internet era is usually ALL about the BEST - the best destinations, the best gear, the best this and the best that. And while people love to know the best...
7 days ago • 2 min read
The euphoric moments. The tantalising sensations. The rocking of dorm beds… Ahh, yes, Reader. Today, I’ve landed in your inbox to explore the weird and wonderful world that is… hostel sex! Click the red button below to get it on. 👉 Sex in Hostels:Backpacking Storiesand the Lessons They Teach Yeehaw! Many backpackers, whether by choice or by chance, have partaken in or witnessed the act in action. It is an enduring part of the hostel experience. But, is it really okay to get frisky in a room...
11 days ago • 1 min read
Van life is (arguably) the best kind of life. Plenty of our Broke Backpacker folk have either travelled (or full-blown) lived in a campervan at some point in their lives. For many of us, it is the superior way to travel. You carry everything with you, sleep wherever (or, well, mostly), and get to travel slow and still wake up in a new place everyday if you so desire. Dani, our resident Kiwi, has just come back from yet another van adventure, so we'll be passing the mic to her for another...
14 days ago • 3 min read
Tucked away in the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man is home to superb natural beauty and a very unique history. Most people who visit this island come for the TT, a wild (and very famous) motorcycle race which happens every year, but my guess is that not a lot of those people think it's possible to walk around the whole place. The Raad ny Foillan (or the ‘Way of the Gull’) is the true main event for us. An epic 100-mile coastal path that circles the entire island. One of the most underrated...
18 days ago • 1 min read
At some point in your travels, you will embarrass yourself so thoroughly that the only reasonable response is to laugh. The Broke Backpacker team has done it all: a naked walk of shame in the Colombian jungle, an oat milk bath in the heart of London, emergency pooing behind a truck in one of the most conservative countries in the world... The list goes on and on 😬 Click here to read ourMost Embarrassing Travel Stories! “Excuse me. Have you seen our dignity?” We've ALL made a fool out of...
21 days ago • 1 min read
Most people travelling Europe cover the main highlights in the West and go straight back home. Broke Backpackers do it differently. They go deeper, spend less and avoid the tourist hordes that clog up Amsterdam, Berlin, and the likes... We have a differentiated route for backpacking Europe we'd like to introduce you to. We call it The Broke Backpacker Route. 👉 Click here to check outThe Broke Backpacker Route to Europe The Broke Backpacker Route: Eastern/Southeast Europe Eastern and Southeast...
25 days ago • 1 min read
People tend to overpack when prepping for a trip, Reader. The truth is, there's not that many things you REALLY need... So we've prepped this email to show you a few items we rarely leave home without. ✅ Check out our 12 MostEssential Backpacking Items 5 items we never travel without ✅ Out of all the things you could bring on your backpacking adventure, these are some of our highest recommendations. 1. Combination Padlock Padlocks are VERY handy when staying in hostels so you can use the...
28 days ago • 1 min read
Partying with other travellers is one of the great joys of backpacking. It's also one of the best ways to meet people on the road! And you know where to go when you're feeling that itch? Party hostels. Since we're in peak Europe travel season, we want to show you where to go for partying during a Euro trip. READ: The 16 CoolestParty Hostels in Europe Some hostels take it a step further. 16 Coolest Party Hostels in Europe Party hostels can be wonderful places if you're looking for a good time...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
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...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read