A visit to Valencia isn’t complete without an adventure around the winding streets of Valencia old town – or as it’s better known, El Carmen. The barrio is book-ended by Torres de Quart and Torres de Serranos – the old city walls,…
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What if we told you that you don’t need to be an academic genius to enjoy Oxford? This charming English city might be known around the world for its prestigious university, but there’s another side to Oxford that’s waiting for you to…
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If you’re planning a trip to the US capital, you’re one of 20 million annual visitors also hunting out the best area to stay in Washington D.C. Located on the banks of the Potomac River, this impeccably-clean city feels…
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While Mykonos is the island to party on while visiting Greece, that doesn’t mean there’s no fun to be had on the mainland. Don’t underestimate Athens’ nightlife scene. The options are endless: techno-blasting superclubs that are open ‘til sunrise, chilled-out live music…
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Everything about Brazil is big. Rio de Janeiro’s Carnival is big. São Paulo’s skyline is big. The swimwear might be microscopic, but the golden beaches are big. The towering Iguaçu Falls, the iconic Maracanã football stadium, the epic wetlands…
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When you travel, how much do you think about your impact on the planet? Is sustainable travel something that’s always at the front of your mind? Being kind to the earth is something we should all consider when we’re on the road,…
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Whether you’re in the city for a week of culture and sightseeing, or just a weekend of partying and spa-hopping, we’ve got the lowdown on the best areas to stay in Budapest. Hailed by many travellers as their favourite city in Europe,…
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Four leaf clovers, leprechauns, travellers, beer… just some of the many things that come to mind when you think of Ireland. However, the real Ireland is even more enchanting. Its landscapes are breath-taking, ranging from wild and rugged mountains to green hills…
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Don’t call it Halloween, or get it confused with All Saints Day. Mexico’s most unique festivity is called Día de Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, and it’s one of the most anticipated events in the country’s calendar. But don’t let…
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Students and backpacking go together like peas and carrots – like Forrest and Jenny! As you probably know, we want everyone to experience the magic of travelling, so who better to introduce students to the wonderful world of hostels than students themselves?!…
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