The fun-loving spirit, friendliness and the magic of Ireland’s many beautiful destinations have proved popular with its many visitors. In case you would like to know a little more before packing your bags, here are 5 perfect reasons to visit!
The largest blog contest in history is complete!
When we launched The Big Blog Exchange competition we hoped to inspire our 16 chosen bloggers by giving them the opportunity to exchange lives, places and blogs with one another for ten days.
The French-speaking region of Belgium includes Brussels, in the centre of the country, and Wallonia to the south. There are many interesting sights that await you; whether you’re an art and culture lover or prefer nature and being out in
In April 2012, the HISF (Hostelling International Sustainability Fund) was launched to help hostels reduce their CO2 emissions. We couldn’t have done this without the generous donations we’ve received from travellers booking on hihostels.com. Since it’s you that’s raised the
Taiwan, located off the southeastern coast of mainland Asia, is an island on the west edge of the Pacific Ocean. To the north lies Japan and to the south you’ll find the Philippines. With many airlines flying to the island,
With over 21 National Parks, eight World Heritage Sites, 3,500 kilometres of pristine coastline, a phenomenal climate and awesome adventures ranging from shark-diving to surfing, historic trails to wine tasting and of course the Big 5 Safaris, South Africa is
Bavaria is known for its towering mountains and clear blue lakes, as well as towns and cities full of magnificent buildings and squares steeped in history.Bavaria is known for its towering mountains and clear blue lakes, as well as towns
Pristine beaches, impressive cities, colonial towns, huge steaks, happening nightlife and a year-round mild climate.
Pristine beaches, impressive cities, colonial towns, huge steaks, happening nightlife and a year-round mild climate.
Pristine beaches, impressive cities, colonial towns, huge steaks, happening nightlife
Vancouver is a stunning city on Canada’s West Coast which makes it an ideal summer or winter destination with its nearby mountains and temperate climate.Vancouver is a stunning city on Canada’s West Coast which makes it an ideal summer or
Vibrant cities, stunning coastline, and World HeritageVibrant cities, stunning coastline, and World HeritageVibrant cities, stunning coastline, and World HeritageVibrant cities, stunning coastline, and World HeritageVibrant cities, stunning coastline, and World Heritage
Tacos and tequila. Beaches and botanic gardens. Home to 24 Hostelling International hostels and endless attractions, Mexico is a diverse and fascinating country and it’s waiting for you to explore it.Tacos and tequila. Beaches and botanic gardens. Home to 24
Do you sometimes feel like you’ve let yourself go because you’re always on the run? Backpacking is certainly a fun and exciting lifestyle choice but in which there is no place for food plan or regular exercise. In this
There’s just a few days left to go – we can’t believe it’s gone so quickly! Our bloggers are still exploring new destinations though, and blogging about it for readers to follow.
Our bloggers have been busy exploring their exchange destinations, and blogging! Make sure you catch up on all of their posts at www.bigblogexchange.org. Until then, here’s a little summary of what they’ve been getting up to.
Day 7 of the Big Blog Exchange has been full of adventure and activity! There’s only three days left of the official exchange (although several of our bloggers are staying a few days extra at their own expense to explore
