From big cities to the outback and subtropical rainforest – Australia combines surf beaches, rugged bushland, quaint country side, rainforests and all the colours of the outback. Here are just a handful of unique destinations within 3 hours from Sydney.
As fun and exhilarating as traveling is, there are an infinite number of things that will make you upset and uncomfortable. Travel will help you master your reaction to your environment.
When thinking about Australia, what do you think about? Barbeques, blond surfers, golden beaches and kangaroos? Of course there is all this to explore on your travels, but there is also another living Australian culture to explore, one with thousands of years of culture and forms the very fabric of the continent.
There are many examples of ‘green’ YHA hostels in Australia, including the Grampians in Victoria, Port Douglas in north Queensland and in the Blue Mountains in New South Wales. Here is a small sample of some of our top eco-conscious hostels.
If you’re a backpacker looking for something free to do in Banff National Park, hiking is the perfect answer. All you really need is some good shoes, food, and water and you’re good to go!
A horde of international backpackers, joined by Best Job in the World Winner and Global Ambassador for Tourism Queensland Ben Southall, unleashed their creativity to celebrate the opening of the Matisse “Drawing Life” exhibition at the Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA)
The ‘Hostel of the Year 2012′ for Finland is Visatupa! Located in the southern Sodankyla in Lapland, this is a much loved and welcoming treat for many travellers. Delicious food, cosy atmosphere and close to nature will make this an unforgettable hostel experience.
At first, it seemed an impossible task to find ‘something’ in Florence that was completely free of charge. However, thanks to some tips and to some phone calls we have sought out some tidbits that will make your stay chic & cheap.
Kurentovanje, the central Slovenian carnival will take place this year under the motto ‘Ethnic Heritage Connects Continents’. Find out all about this great festival whose main events start this weekend.
Top 10 Places to go in Vancouver has been written by Ron who works in Vancouver Central. If you visit this amazing hostel Ron will be more than happy to share with you some more of the great sights and places to visit in this beautiful city.
