Backpacker Resources

28/03/2016

How sad.

They carry no hint of the sheer destruction to come.

13/03/2016

Nothing builds character like fighting for power outlets, showering in shoes, and trying to fall asleep to the sweet sounds of an Australian couple doing hot romance in the bunk above you.

That’s all changed though, and hostels have really upped their game in the last few years. https://www.thrillist.com/travel/nation/the-best-hostel-in-every-major-european-city-amsterdam-paris-berlin

22/10/2015

14/10/2015

Whether you’re chilling on the British coast, or jetting off on an exotic vacay, ensure your holiday goes without a hitch with these top beach hacks.

Go to the beach, they said. It will be fun, they said. With exploding suncream, mosquito bites and sand in all the wrong places to contend with, it can be hard to actually relax on your summer beac

14/10/2015

New Zealand is the No.1 holiday destination made famous by film or television, thanks to its Middle-earth role on the big screen, according to a new British survey.

The survey of 2000 adults commissioned by the UK arm of HBO Entertainment found one in four regularly choose their holiday destination based on their favourite film or TV show.

14/10/2015

It’s not just about strapping on a mask and snorkel; the World Heritage-listed wonder, The Great Barrier Reef can be experienced from all angles and heights!

It's not just about strapping on a mask and snorkel; the World Heritage-listed wonder, The Great Barrier Reef can be experienced from all angles and heights!

06/10/2015

Tasmania has received a host of global awards and accolades, and the latest Travel + Leisure announcement is yet another reason why more people should visit Australia’s premium island state.

Tasmania is thrilled to be listed as one of the world's best ten islands and re-define what international travellers are seeking in island destinations.

05/10/2015

You hike all day, sweat your ass off, and then arrive at a 200ft-tall shower complete with a turquoise bathtub. What could be more perfect?

Because taking the advice of early '90s musicians is a terrible idea, go ahead and chase that waterfall...

05/10/2015

Anthony Bourdain knows a great bar when he sees it. And here's every bar you've seen him in.

Anthony Bourdain has never met a dive bar he didn't like. Through the course of his television career, he's visited nearly 100 such bars that serve as perfect places to waste away a morning, noon, or night.

05/10/2015

Although Historic Route 66 is no longer the “Main Street of America,” this long stretch between Los Angeles and Chicago is still an iconic American road trip destination.

Historic Route 66 is alive and well -- and still a great destination for a road trip. Travel back in time and see historic bridges, gas stations, motels and diners. Sleep in a concrete teepee, see the London Bridge and Cadillac Ranch, both surprisingly displayed in the middle of the stretch. And don…

04/10/2015

Santa Barbara inspires this summer with many reasons to visit, from its beautiful beaches and famed red-tiled rooftops to its acclaimed wine and food, arts and culture and outdoor recreation.

Santa Barbara inspires this summer with many reasons to visit, from its beautiful beaches and famed red-tiled rooftops to its acclaimed wine and food.

04/10/2015

An exclusive paddling trip through Tasmania’s wild southwest corner offers solitude – while it lasts.

Tasmania's Parks & Wildlife Service describes the area as one of the world’s last true wilderness regions. And the wildest, largest and least-visited section is Southwest National Park, comprising 6,000sqkm.

04/10/2015

Medieval churches, cobblestoned streets, and endless olive groves: head to these small European towns to discover a country’s soul.

The Viale dei Cipressi, a three-mile road flanked by over 2,500 cypress trees (the only vegetation local buffalo don’t eat), leads straight into Bolgheri, which is set amid the vineyards of southern Tuscany’s Maremma. There’s more to this village than just the dramatic arrival, however. Stop in at C…

04/10/2015

If you're intrigued by the idea of adventure travel, incorporating it into your next vacation is actually pretty easy.

This may come as surprise, but even if you've never heard the term, you've likely engaged in some form of adventure travel.

03/10/2015

While there are general rules that apply no matter where you end up, each destination and location has its own quirks and oddities that an inexperienced traveler would do well to observe.

As a stranger in a strange land, making mistakes while on vacation overseas is kind of inevitable.

03/10/2015

Every state has its own version of beauty, residents and tourism boards from each were polled to determine what that one must-hit (and must-Instagram) spot is. And here it is, the 50 most beautiful places in America.

Guess which state's is a presidential library??!!!

03/10/2015

These are some of the beautiful places that may not be around for the next generation — places to visit before it's too late.

From sinking islands to increasingly populous steppes, these twenty-five destinations should be at the top of adventurers' priority lists.

02/10/2015

Here's where you need to go on your next gluttonous vacation.

The infographic also revealed which type of event each city craved the most. While half of the group favored food bashes above all else, Miami was most invested in beer events. (As was our nation's capital.) Just further proof that beer will save...

02/10/2015

When you’re with a companion, it’s easy to focus on that person and forget about meeting other travelers. Traveling alone, you’re more likely to be on a voyage of self-discovery.

Safety Ranking: 4Happiness Ranking: 24 In New Zealand, the lush setting of the Lord of the Rings films, travelers can look forward to adventures on glaciers, in rainforests, and on the peaks of the Southern Alps, not to mention bungee jumping, jet boating, and hiking on the legendary Milford Track.…

02/10/2015

Winter is terrible in Australia... really... it's sunny, and warm?

Enduring winter while the northern hemisphere bakes .

02/10/2015

If you’re heading to Europe, you’re bound to have a few ‘must do’ things on your bucket list, but if the following places aren't on your list, add them!

Your cultural cheat sheet.

02/10/2015

BEWARE, travellers! Your secrets are out!

Travelzoo recently published the results of a global survey showing the sneaky things travellers do while on holiday.

01/10/2015

Prepare the Netflix queue for the 50 best travel movies of the past 50 years!

Prepare the Netflix queue: These are our 50 favorite travel movies of the past 50 years, each with the power to transport you—on a European holiday "before sunrise," out of Africa, even to Middle-earth.

30/09/2015

From Sweden to Canada, here's how eight towns and cities celebrate the endless twilight.

The long, cold days of winter may be upon us, but wait until June: In the summer, these destinations almost never see darkness—particularly on the summer solstice.

30/09/2015

Dallas isn't quite like anyplace else, and all the unfortunate souls who don't live here owe it to themselves to make a proper visit at least once in a lifetime for so many reasons.

There's no place like Dallas...