Backpacking

Roaming Rome. A Transportation Guide.

By Luke Crockford / June 29, 2023 /

Unravelling the Secrets of Transportation in the Eternal City. Ah, Rome! The eternal city that effortlessly weaves ancient history into the fabric of modern life. As you navigate the enchanting streets of Rome, exploring its iconic landmarks and hidden gems, you’ll soon realize that Rome transportation is not just a means to an end but…

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Discover the Best Solo Travel Destinations: Unleash Your Inner Adventurer.

By Luke Crockford / June 29, 2023 /

Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary solo travel adventure? From the vibrant streets of Europe to the exotic realms of Asia, solo travel has become the ultimate quest for those seeking thrilling exploration and personal growth. Grab your backpack, pack your courage, and let’s dive into the enchanting world of the best solo…

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Safety Tips For First Time Solo Travellers.

By Luke Crockford / September 3, 2021 /

Safety can be a major concern to first-time solo travellers. Even if you aren’t worried then I can almost guarantee your friends and families will be. Now, personally, I think that solo travel is very safe. As long as you are self-aware and vigilant in considering personal safety. There will be occasions that you may…

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Why Are Hostels So Popular Amongst Travellers?

By Luke Crockford / August 12, 2021 /

Well for starters, I can only go by what I and my other solo traveller friends think. For me, it’s a combination of many different things, but across the board, each person is going to have different reasons why they enjoy staying in hostels so much. In this article we will look into each aspect…

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Why Are Hostels So Cheap? A Look Into Why.

By Luke Crockford / August 12, 2021 /

Maybe you’re an avid hostel goer already, or maybe you’ve just set your search on booking.com to “sort by lowest price” and just had to scroll through hundreds of hostels to find a decent hotel room. Chances are you’ve ended up on this post because your asking yourself the same question. Why are hostels so…

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What Are The Alternatives To FlixBus When Travelling In Europe?

By Luke Crockford / August 4, 2021 /

Flixbus can be a great way of getting around Europe on a budget. Some people love it, others not so much. I’m in the first camp, however, I have also used other (probably better) coach services in Europe and want to give you an insight into some Flixbus alternatives. Yow will see the huge iconic…

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Why Travel Is Important For Self-Development.

By Luke Crockford / August 1, 2021 /

“If you think adventure is dangerous, try routine, it’s lethal” ~ Paul Coelho I’m constantly preaching to people about how important travel is, especially for self-development. You will read it everywhere “travel will change you” and it’s 100% true. Personally, as the quote above says more elegantly than me, I think that the 9-5 daily…

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Is Solo Travel Lonely?

By Luke Crockford / July 25, 2021 /

Is solo travel Lonely? This is a massive question! But I can easily answer it with one word. No. I have been solo travelling on and off for the past five years and seldom have I felt lonely. I won’t lie to you there are points where I have felt lonely, and I have a…

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Solo Travelling At 18 – From Someone Who’s Done It.

By Luke Crockford / July 20, 2021 /

I set off for my first solo travelling trip at 18. To be honest I was a little too big for my boots and had no idea what I was getting myself into. All I knew was I had a burning desire to travel and that was that. I booked a one-way flight and a…

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How To Stay At Hostels For Free.

By Luke Crockford / July 17, 2021 /

When backpacking, either solo or in a group, I always recommend you to stay at hostels. They are a great place to meet like-minded travellers and make new friends. Staying in hostels is a right of passage for any world traveller, and they are pretty damn cheap! But how can you cut costs even more…

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