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The Unwritten Rules Of Staying In Hostels – Hostel Etiquette.

By Luke Crockford / July 16, 2021 /

Hostel etiquette, the unwritten rules of staying in a hostel. If you’re planning on making friends in hostels then you should probably take note and follow this guide! Hostels are full of some of the most friendly laid back people you will ever meet. But even so, you will rial your roommates if you aren’t…

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12 Great Tips for Hostel Safety.

By Luke Crockford / July 13, 2021 /

The idea of staying in Hostels can be scary for any first-time travellers. But let me tell you, they are great and definitely the opposite of scary! You won’t find a more welcoming place than hostels when you are away, assuming you choose the right one. But you have probably heard the horror stories about…

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What Is the Cost Of Food In Thailand?

By Luke Crockford / June 29, 2021 /

Thailand has some of the most amazing food of any country I’ve ever been to, and the best thing is it’s super cheap. You can literally eat like a king for less than the price of a bus ticket in western Europe. The cuisine is at the heart of Thai culture, you can really immerse…

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Dealing With Solo Travel Loneliness.

By Luke Crockford / June 27, 2021 /

So you’re thinking of travelling solo. But won’t you get lonely? I have travelled extensively and I have dealt with being lonely as all solo travellers will have at some point. It’s just inevitable. But the good news, it’s not often for long. Let’s go into some more detail and hopefully diminish some of your…

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Thai money

Travelling in Thailand – How Much Will Your Trip Really Cost?

By Luke Crockford / June 24, 2021 /

Thailand is an amazing country to visit. It really has it all! Beautiful beaches, breathtaking landscapes, wonderful people and rich culture. Thailand is not called the land of smiles without reason. Many backpackers will start their trips in Thailand with cheap flights into Bangkok and soon realise how cheap it is compared to the western…

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hostel reception

Are Hostels Safe? A Complete Guide to Hostel Safety.

By Luke Crockford / June 22, 2021 /

I have stayed in hostels all around the world and I absolutely love them. They’re going to be full of like-minded travellers all sharing amazing stories and helpful travel tips. But are you going to be safe whilst staying in them? Read on to find out! Are Hostels Safe? So are hostels safe? In short,…

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How To Get Around Bangkok – A Bangkok Transport Guide.

By Luke Crockford / June 19, 2021 /

It can be very overwhelming trying to figure out the public transport in Bangkok. No matter how many guides or articles you read you will only realise how crazy the roads are once you are there. I will share some insight into how to get around, the most cost-effective methods and also some key safety…

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hostel friends

How To Make Friends Whilst Staying In Hostels!

By Luke Crockford / June 10, 2021 /

It can be scary staying in hostels for the first time. Especially if you are a solo traveller. But believe me, hostels are the best place for solo travellers! I remember the first time I stayed in a hostel alone. I was so intent on meeting someone the first person that walked into the room…

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What It’s Really Like to Stay In a Hostel.

By Luke Crockford / June 10, 2021 /

I’ve stayed in hostels all over the world and believe me when I say I’ve seen the good the bad and the ugly! It can be kind of scary thinking about staying in a hostel for the first time. A room full of random people you’ve never met and you have to sleep with them!…

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Flixbus

An Honest Flixbus Review – Should you ride in 2021?

By Luke Crockford / June 9, 2021 /

Here is my Flixbus review. I have used Flixbus extensively during my travels in Europe, its really a no thrills, dirt-cheap way of getting from one place to another. What more do you want? Well, maybe just a little bit more. Let’s delve in and have an in-depth look at what Flixbus has to offer,…

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