There’s a lot of chat about ‘green travel’ nowadays and backpacking does have an edge in this arena – at least when it comes to travelling across Europe and other similarly well-connected regions. Backpackers have a natural affinity with travelling overland – buses, trains, boats and bicycles tend to be cheaper than flights and they also allow you to take in more of the region you are exploring. And, of cou ...

Lying in the shadows on the Andes, the lovely town of Mendoza is famous for its wine production, and although it’s a perfect destination while taking a luxury holiday in Chile for wine lovers and foodies, there’s a lot more to this region than first meets the eye. The town is very attractive, thanks to its tree-lined trees, parks, plazas, elegant buildings, and views of the snow-capped mountains in the dist ...

Traveling is expensive, so it's important to save money wherever you can. But who feels like budgeting when they're on a long-awaited vacation, especially when their destination of choice is the beautiful, breathtaking Bali? An easy way to cut costs is to find free entertainment. There's plenty to see and do in this country that won't cost you a dime, so put away your purse and enjoy tourism without the pri ...

Perth is one of Australia’s most spectacular cities. Located in the state of Western Australia, this metropolis offers something special for everyone. Backpackers who are visiting the city can find many free activities and attractions. Visitors can also arrange a free car hire with a relocation rental during their stay and simply return the car to a different city at the end of their visit. Here are 10 free ...

Backpacking is a great way to explore other countries and continents on a budget and really get to know the local culture. To fully immerse yourself, you need to take a bite out of what the country has to offer and when it comes to South Africa there are plenty of tasty things to sample. If you’ve never been to South Africa your knowledge of the local cuisine might not extend beyond biltong - that salty mea ...

If organised tours are too generic, solo backpacking too lonely and a holiday too fleeting, you could volunteer abroad in Africa for a unique, up close way to experience the diversity and beauty that draws so many people to its countries. But where to go? And what to do? To help you decide, Original Volunteers has recommended five unforgettable places that offer a variety of volunteering opportunities. Keny ...

Many people consider vacations to be stressful experiences because they visit crowded, overpriced places that cater to the tourist trade without offering anything unique. Peace and quiet is frequently difficult to come by for those participating in this type of vacation. If you have reached the point where you would rather stay home for leisure activities, you should consider some "anti-tourist" options. Op ...

You might not necessarily pair “adventure” together with “Turkey,” however there’s plenty of action to be had in this Mediterranean paradise. With cheap flights to Turkey now available, backpackers and adrenaline seekers are spoilt for choice – there’s everything from mountain trekking to white water rafting. Climb Mount Ararat Mount Ararat, the famed final resting place of Noah’s Ark, is a snow-capped, dor ...

I have so many memories from my trek across the Sinai desert in Egypt. Like learning to tie a Keffiyeh headscarf from an eight year old. Or watching my Bedouin tribesman guide flip flat bread over the fire with his bare fingers. Or seeing the first rays of sun turning the top of Mount Sinai pink. But for some reason, my most vivid memory is of me, sitting on top of a camel, desperately needing the loo. On o ...

Taking a gap year often means that you can spend more time in a destination that you feel warrants further exploration. Vietnam is culturally diverse and offers those with imagination a number of opportunities in which to expand their horizons. Even if you had only intended to spend just a few weeks on your Vietnam vacation, before heading home to the familiarity of your local McDonalds and the joys of find ...