Laredo is one of those places that instantly wins you over. Tucked along the stunning Cantabrian coast, this medieval town has a quiet charm—and a surprisingly impressive claim to fame…
Braga is one of those places that wins you over instantly- it's beautiful, welcoming and full of history. Although one of the lesser known cities in Portugal, we learnt it's…
Planning a trip from Prague to Český Krumlov but don’t want to blow your budget before you even get there? You’re in the right place. In this guide we'll break…
Long‑haul economy flights are a special kind of endurance test. Anyone who’s spent 10+ hours wedged between a stranger’s elbow and a seat that reclines approximately two centimetres knows exactly…
Planning a trip from London to Cambridge but don’t want to blow your budget before you even get there? You’re in the right place. In this guide we'll break down…
If you’ve booked your first hostel — or your fiftieth — you already know that packing smart can make or break your stay. And if you’ve read our post 'New…
After years of hostel stays, we have learnt that they really are their own little universe — part chaos, part social experiment, part 'why is there a wet sock on…
We’ve done entire winters in Europe and months wandering through Asia with nothing but hand luggage - it saves money and makes travel so much smoother. No dragging heavy suitcases…
Combarro is all about wandering, watching the tides roll in and soaking up centuries of coastal tradition. Located within the Galicia region of northwestern Spain, we think it is one…
If you’ve never stayed in a hostel before, it’s easy to picture all the old stereotypes — creaky bunks, loud roommates, and bathrooms you’d rather pretend don’t exist. And honestly,…