Chris Backe's Blog, page 71

25 COOLEST and Best Hostels in Hong Kong [2018 Bargain Guide!]

Hong Kong: a futuristic wonderland, a warren of multi-use skyscrapers, massive malls, labyrinths of markets and street food galore. Simply – this ciuty is amazing! However Hong Kong has a reputation being one of the most expensive cities on the planet. Are hostels equally as expensive? This is exactly why we’ve written the bargain guide to the best hostels in Hong Kong!

Source

23 COOLEST and Best Hostels in Kuala Lumpur [2018 Bargain Guide]

Modern but traditional, the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur is a must-visit destination. Culture and heritage mix with consumerism and city life in a cocktail of different flavours. Chinese, Malay and Indian eateries dot KL between its many massive malls. It’s a wonder of multiculturalism and modernity! With this sprawling metropolis definitely open for business, whereabouts in it do you...

Source

15 Best Hostels in Porto [2018 Awesome Bargain Guide]

Portugal’s second city has a lot going for it. With its picturesque location along the Douro River, mazes of UNESCO World Heritage areas complete with historical buildings, great food scene – and, of course, the port wine – it makes for a fun and fascinating stay. But with all of the history, where in Porto do you stay? It’s not the most well known of Portugal’.

Source

12 Best Hostels in Cartagena [Bargain Guide for 2018]

Cartagena is the vibrant Colombian city that’s getting more and more popular with tourists each year. The charming old town, with its beautiful colourful streets packed full with colonial buildings, is definitely a sight to be seen. But with a history of cartels, and some parts of the city still marked by a decidedly different atmosphere after dark, where can you stay in this city?

Source

15 Best Hostels in Buenos Aires [2018 Killer Bargain Guide]

Cosmopolitan, full of life, packed with things to do, things to eat and things to see, Buenos Aires should be on every world traveller’s itinerary. Not only the mixed cultural heritage but the incredibly beautiful buildings that dot the city make it a joy to explore. But Buenos Aires is absolutely MASSIVE – how do you pick to stay? In bohemian San Telmo, the trendy Palermo Soho...

Source

20 Unbelievable Hostels in Rome [Epic Bargain Guide 2018]

Rome is ‘The Eternal City’ – and for good reason. Not only does the Italian capital boast 3,000 years of being continuously inhabited, it’s also exerted unfathomable influence on the Western world, helping to shape our society as we know it today. The Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, Vatican City, Basilica di San Giovanni – the list goes on. But being such a premium...

Source

15 Best Hostels in Hamburg • 2018 Bargain Guide

The north German city of Hamburg is well known for its charming Old Town as much as its famously left-leaning hipster area of Sternschanze, and the party street that is the Reeperbahn. Whether you want culture or fun, Hamburg is a great city to find either! But where in Hamburg can you stay – isn’t it all huge youth hostels and old-school bed-and-breakfasts? Or city hotels?

Source

21 Best Hostels in Prague [Must Read Guide for 2018!]

Prague is famous for its Old Town, architectural gems, palatial townhouses, and towering cathedrals. It’s a marvel of a city that you won’t want to miss out on. But there are tons of hostels in Prague. Some are awesome… some are not. Which is exactly why we’ve categorised the best hostels in Prague, so you book an awesome Prague hostel with confidence! Prague hostels are...

Source

15 Best Hostels in Vienna [Bargain Guide • Coolest Hostels 2018]

Vienna is a bastion of culture and history. This beautiful Baroque city a prime destination for everyone from architecture buff to art-lover and it does culture with a capital C. But it’s not easy to stay in this city without wholly breaking your bank. Yes, all those beautiful streets, Viennese bakeries, galleries, and museums don’t come cheaply. So we’ve put together this epic...

Source

15 Best Hostels in Singapore [Unbelievable Hostels in 2018]

There’s no other city on Earth that’s quite like Singapore. A blend of Malay, Chinese, Indian and Eurasian culture comes together in skyscrapers, kopi tiams and some of the tastiest food you’re likely to discover. However, it’s quite known for being a high-end destination, making it feel like a place that isn’t for anybody on a budget, let alone backpackers! But...

Source