Stories By Craig
Asia
Best Places to Stay in Chiang Mai, Thailand
September 16, 2025Chiang Mai strikes the perfect balance between authentic Thai culture and backpacker-friendly infrastructure. After spending months...
Asia
The Best Rooftop Bars in Bangkok: Where to Drink Above the City
September 15, 2025Bangkok’s skyline transforms into a glittering wonderland as the sun sets, and there’s no better way...
Advice
Career Break Travel: Why We Quit Our Jobs at 37 to Travel for 7 Months
September 12, 2025Taking a career break to travel the world might seem like a dream reserved for gap...
Destinations
The Cheapest Countries in the World for Backpacking
September 10, 2025Planning your first backpacking adventure or looking to stretch your travel budget further? You’re in the...
Europe
Paris Hostel Recommendations for Under €25 Per Night
September 3, 2025Paris doesn’t have to break the bank. After spending countless nights in cramped dorm rooms and...
Advice
The Hidden Killer in Your Glass: How to Avoid Methanol Poisoning on Your Gap Year
September 2, 2025A backpacker’s guide to staying safe from contaminated alcohol in Southeast Asia The party was meant...
Advice
How to Explore the World’s Priciest Places Without Breaking the Bank
August 29, 2025Let’s be honest: some of the world’s most incredible destinations come with eye-watering price tags. Tokyo,...
Advice
9 Essential Products for Instagram Travel: Equipment to Elevate Your Content
August 27, 2025Creating captivating Instagram or Tik-Tok content whilst travelling requires more than just a good eye for...
South America
How To Travel South America Without Flying
August 26, 2025Forget expensive flights and cramped airports. South America offers some of the world’s most epic overland...
Advice
Eco-Conscious Packing: 10 Reusable and Sustainable Travel Products
August 23, 2025In an era where environmental consciousness is more important than ever, travellers are increasingly seeking ways...
Asia
Travelling Across Java: From Jakarta’s Chaos to Bali’s Shores
August 22, 2025Java is Indonesia’s beating heart, a sprawling island where ancient temples meet bustling metropolises, and volcanic...
Australasia & Oceania
The Ultimate South West Coast Australia Road Trip: Perth to Esperance and Back
August 21, 2025Picture this: endless stretches of pristine coastline, powder-white beaches that look like they belong in the...
Asia
How to Take the Slow Boat from Thailand to Laos
August 20, 2025The slow boat from Thailand to Laos ranks among Southeast Asia’s most iconic backpacker journeys, offering...
Advice
Last-Minute Travel Deal Strategies: How Backpackers Can Score Amazing Deals
August 19, 2025Last-minute travel deals can transform your backpacking budget, turning expensive destinations into affordable adventures. After years...
South America
Border Crossing Experiences and Procedures in Bolivia
August 18, 2025Bolivia rewards adventurous travellers with incredible landscapes, rich indigenous culture, and some of South America‘s most...
Asia
Is Singapore Worth Visiting for Backpackers in Southeast Asia?
August 15, 2025Singapore often divides backpackers travelling through Southeast Asia. Some see it as an expensive detour from...
South America
Best Things to Do in Medellín, Colombia
August 14, 2025Medellín blends urban transformation, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Set in the lush Aburrá Valley and...
Asia
The Ultimate Southeast Asia Backpacking Itineraries (Banana Pancake Route)
August 13, 2025If you are dreaming of a long-term backpacking trip through Southeast Asia, chances are you have...
Asia
How to Book and Travel by Train in India: A Backpacker’s Guide
August 12, 2025Travelling by train in India is one of the most memorable experiences you can have as...
South America
How to Withdraw or Obtain Argentine Pesos: A Traveller’s Guide
August 11, 2025Argentina is a country of breathtaking contrasts, from the thundering Iguazú Falls and vast Patagonian landscapes...