Africa is a vast continent with more to see and do than is perhaps possible to fit into one trip. The majority of tourists tend to focus on one area of the continent at time. Trips to north Africa usually focus on Morocco, while in the west, Ghana proves a popular place for backpackers. In east Africa, Kenya is one of the best places to visit, while in the south, the country of South Africa inevitably draws the crowds.
Toronto is the economic and cultural hub of Canada and can happily compete with New York as one of the most vibrant and interesting cities in North America. As the largest city in Canada and the fifth largest on the continent, Toronto is a bustling, cosmopolitan place with plenty to keep visitors entertained.
During the months of September to May, backpackers and residents in Sydney, make sure they take time out to enjoy two of its greatest assets – its sunshine and immaculate beaches.
With some of the America’s best chefs calling the city's restaurants their home, eating out in Chicago is a gastronomic treat. For travelers in the city, food can be a definite highlight and, with so many diverse options catering to different budgets and options, it rarely disappoints.
A visit to New York can be expensive, as the glitzy city (like many such popular destinations around the world) has a high cost of living. However, having a drink at one of the Big Apple's stylish bars doesn’t have to break the bank! There are actually cheap bars located all over the city, often in the vicinity of the New York hostels so travelers can save splashing out on a cab or metro fare, too. One thing to note, though, is that bartenders expect to be tipped around $1.00 for every drink served - something which should be factored into your budget.
Londoners enjoy eating out regularly and the city’s famous multiculturalism means it’s almost possible to try a different type of cuisine everyday! From Turkish to Thai, Russian to Brazilian, there is no end of choices available. As a budget traveler staying in a London hostel, it is important to be able to enjoy a good meal without spending too much money, and although the British capital is notoriously expensive, there are also a good number of cheap places to eat around the city.
As the global economic slowdown continues and recession starts to bite, many travelers are choosing to stay at home and put off their plans until a later date. But Prague is one city where it is easy to get by on a shoestring and still have a great night out!
The coastal city of Perth is located in the south-west corner of Western Australia and boasts some of the country's most exceptional beaches. The sun, sand and swimming are all part of the perks - alongside the popular national pastime of surfing. Perth's immense coastline and multitude of fantastic beaches is more than a little daunting for any visiting surfer, but finding Perth hostels in the best beachside locations is half the battle to taking full advantage of the Sunset Coast's prime waves.
Stockholm's archipelago is one of the worlds most impressive. Comprised of over 30,000 islands, it can be an excellent place to spend part of a holiday in the Swedish capital. Tourist can even stay in Stockholm hostels on some of the islands, some of which have both restaurants and shops. However, most of the islands can be reached from the centre of Stockholm on a boat ride.
San Sebastian is the capital of the Gipuzkoa province of the Basque Country in Spain. Located on the coast, the picturesque city is a great place for visitors from around the world to come and enjoy some typical Basque food. Simple and unpretentious, Basque food is healthy as well as great-tasting; partly because the locals take food very seriously! As the region is by the sea, fish, eels, and shellfish understandably shape much of the cuisine.
A leading post-impressionist artist, Paul Gauguin's work and life reached one of its most significant turning points when he migrated to the idyllic setting of French Polynesia in the South Pacific. Much in the same vein as many modern backpackers, Gauguin's trip into the 118-island archipelago was motivated by a desire to get away from the complex and crowded life of western civilisation.
Oslo is many things to the backpacker: an attractive city, it's full of galleries (like the Astrup Fearnley Museum), museums (in the form of the fascinating Emanuel Vigeland Museum) grand historical monuments (like the impressive Akershus Castle and Fortress) and a stunning botanical garden. It's not, however, a particularly cheap city... Which makes it all the fortunate that there your average youth hostel in Oslo, is a lively, reasonably priced solution to the eternal problem of budget accommodation.
Montreal is the adopted capital of the Canadian French province of Quebec. But despite its North American location, it offers travelers an excellent opportunity to experience a quintessentially yet altogether unique strand of French and Franco-Canadian culture.
There are a lot of reasons why Italy is at the top of the travelers' wish list. Awe-inspiring cultural attractions and historical monuments rank highly; so, too, does the wonderful climate, beautiful beaches, delicious cuisine and friendly people... it goes on and on!
Located at Oswiecim in Poland, Auschwitz-Birkenau was the largest of the concentration camps of World War II. Established in mid-1940, by 1942 it had become the biggest death camp under the Nazis. It is estimated that between 1.1 and 1.5 million victims died here.
With its beautifully sculpted landscape and the range of Switzerland hostels and hotels available, Interlaken has almost become synonymous with adventure tourism and winter sports. This prestigious activity destination offers exciting things for intrepid backpackers staying in Interlaken hostels to do in abundance, whether in the snow or the water.
Mexico's capital Mexico City has many charms and cultural draws though one of the biggest is the life and works of artist Frieda Kahlo. Born on July 6th 1907, Frida Kahlo was a Mexican painter, who painted using vibrant colours in a style that revealed influences from the indigenous cultures of Mexico as well as European schools such as Realism, Symbolism and Surrealism. Many of her most celebrated works are self-portraits that symbolically express her own pain and sexuality.
There are many attractions to see and things to do in Edinburgh, but the downside is that some of those activities can be quite expensive. Visitors have to pay admission fees to most places of interest like Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace. However, there are a number of things which budget travelers can do in order save money on their trip – and then afford to see these sights!
The Pearl of the Adriatic Sea, Croatia's ancient southern city of Dubrovnik is steeped in fascinating history and beautiful monuments and attractions. Its blend of modern and ancient culture and brilliant coastline make a holiday in Dubrovnik hostels a truly unforgettable experience.
To make a break at one of the many Paris hostels truly magical, visitors could head out to Marne-la-Vale where Disneyland Paris is located. Situated 20 miles from the centre of the city and an easy train journey from most Paris hostels, the resort features two theme parks and an entertainment district.
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