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Amanda Diaz
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Renowned for its hills, quality restaurant scene and Californian urban cool, San Francisco is one of the most attractive destinations in the whole of North America. It’s also more affordable than many of the other major cities and its laidback, cosmopol...
Italy may not be renowned for its coastline, but there is an abundance of wonderful beaches available for those that wish to find them. Some hostels in Italy are in closer proximity to beaches than...
Lisbon is a charming maze of historic winding sidewalks and narrow alleyways nestled into the hilltops, with a laidback feel and a wealth of culture. But in spite of the high number of travelers who hit the city during the sunny summer months, Portugal’...
Portugal's capital has a slow-paced, laidback feel that is perfect for a budget romantic weekend away. Its vibrant nightlife and untouched historical landscape of art nouveau buildings ensure Lisbon's blend of the cosmopolitan and the rustically romantic ...
Slovakia's largest city Bratislava is one of the most impressively restored historic cities in Europe. From hostels in Bratislava through to its domineering churches, Slovakian capital is a truly beautiful holiday destination for the budget traveler. W...
Hostels for under $25 With a busy center and dramatic views from the iconic hilly streets, San Francisco is also surrounded by the ocean, making it an interesting mix of urban cool and beach resort that attracts crowds of visitors each year. It’s ...
Austria's inspirational capital Vienna rarely fails to win tourist over with its charms. Throughout history, this beautiful city has constructed itself a spectacular pedestal on the international tourist stage for its cultural finesse and grandeur. Alt...
Hong Kong’s Unique Portside Atmosphere The former British colony of Hong Kong is one of the world's few truly beautiful manmade metropolises. Densely populated and with a thriving tourist culture, its harbours offer a blend of history, culture and un...
A Guide to Adelaide on Foot Adelaide’s a fantastic city. Full of lively districts, excellent shopping and, for a small city, a surprisingly bouncing nightlife. And for the cash-strapped traveler backpacking in Australia, its size makes its very manag...
A Budget Travelers’ Guide to Dublin As one of Europe’s most vibrant and modern cities, Dublin attracts a huge number of visitors every year. While there’s no escaping that it is also one of the most expensive, it’s still a great place to explor...
A Fantastic Backpacking Destination 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 ...
Five freshwater lakes make up the Great Lakes of North America. Located at the Canada-US border and sometimes referred to as the Third Coast, their physical mass is only overshadowed by the variety of activities available to the tourists that visit them. ...
Biting into Bologna! Throughout the ages Italy has managed to exert a massive influence – far above its size – on the world's food tastes. Whether it’s pasta, pizza, balsamic vinegar or parmesan cheese, Italian cuisine, perhaps more so than any o...
The three ex-Soviet Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania have become fashionable tourist hostspots in recent years. This is mainly because, with their well-preserved architecture, friendly locals and cheap prices, the nations' three capital citi...