Chris Backe's Blog, page 62
January 27, 2019
17 BEST Hostels in Canggu [February 2019 • Insider Guide]
Canguu is one of the top places for surfers in Bali. A place where cool kids go to spend their days surfing and nights out drinking in the local bars. It’s the perfect stop off for people who want to soak up the sun surrounded by the beautiful nature of Bali. This is the perfect Bali travel guide! But as the small village of Canguu has grown in popularity, are there enough good hostels to...
17 BEST Hostels in Canggu [January 2019 • Insider Guide]
Canguu is one of the top places for surfers in Bali. A place where cool kids go to spend their days surfing and nights out drinking in the local bars. It’s the perfect stop off for people who want to soak up the sun surrounded by the beautiful nature of Bali. But as the small village of Canguu has grown in popularity, are there enough good hostels to stay in? We’ve found a lot of...
17 GREAT Hostels near Gatwick Airport [January 2019 • For all Travelers]
As the UK’s second-busiest airport and in the top-ten busiest airports in Europe, London’s Gatwick Airport sees many travellers every day. It’s a major entry point to the UK, especially the capital of London, and a base for many large airlines. If you’ve finished your London sightseeing at places like Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and the House of Parliament, or if you’re just arriving in...
17 COOLEST Hostels near Heathrow Airport [January 2019 • Local Tips]
The huge and bustling Heathrow Airport is one of the world’s busiest airports. It’s both a major gateway to the capital city of London and the UK in general. Whether you’ve seen London or just arriving, you’ll want somewhere comfortable and convenient to stay. London is a large city so finding the best hostels near Heathrow Airport can be a chore. The airport lies some 23 kilometres (14 miles)...
17 AMAZING Hostels near Finsbury Park [Updated January 2019]
Finsbury Park is a London neighbourhood and a large public park in the neighbourhood of Harringay. Places of interest in the area include Arsenal FC’s home ground of the Emirates Stadium, the Arsenal Museum, Woodbury Wetlands, and Walthamstow Reservoirs. The areas of Tottenham, Holloway, Stroud Green and Brownswood Park are also nearby. Finding the best hostel near Finsbury Park can be...
January 24, 2019
17 COOLEST Hostels near Kings Cross [January 2019 • Local Tips]
London’s area of Kings Cross has seen a lot of gentrification. Today’s visitors will find a wealth of cool bars and restaurants, terrific shops and attractions including Platform 9 from the famous Harry Potter movies. Kings Cross is a major transportation hub, providing an important rail link between London and Northern England. Additionally, St Pancras Station is close to hand...
January 23, 2019
17 COOLEST Hostels near Amsterdam Airport [January 2019 • Local Tips]
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is Europe’s third-busiest airport and the main gateway to the Netherlands. It’s located nine miles (14.5 kilometres) outside of the bustling Dutch city centre. Amsterdam is a popular destination, famous for its nightlife, canals, coffee shops, and cultural attractions. No matter what time you arrive, you want to know that you’re staying in a convenient and comfortable...
January 21, 2019
11 BEST Hostels near Playa Del Carmen [January 2019 • Local Tips]
Playa del Carmen is Mexico’s notorious Caribbean playground for backpackers. Known for its chilled out beaches as much as the famously raucous times to be had at the party-central of Fifth Avenue, it’s perfect for young backpackers looking for a good time. However, with that in mind, there are a lot of hostels that aren’t up to scratch and that are only fit for sleeping in (and...
January 20, 2019
15 GREAT Hostels in Hawaii [January 2019 • For all Travelers]
The islands of Hawaii are legendary. Famous for their beautiful beaches, incredible hiking, active volcanoes and of course surfing, this place has long been a favourite of tourists around the world. However, there is something of a stigma attached to it: Hawaii can be expensive. Place names like Maui conjure images of luxury resorts and high-end shopping. But we’ve looked into it and found a...
21 AMAZING Hostels in Santiago [Updated January 2019]
Surrounded by the peaks of the Andes, Santiago is home to an explorable historic colonial core, vibrant nightlife and great hiking opportunities that offer up views of the city below. The Chilean capital is renowned for backpacking, but how far has the scene come along? Are there acceptable places to stay amongst the offerings to be found here? Don’t worry! We’ve looked into it and...
