Despite being the largest and one of the wealthiest nations in the EU, Germany is a relatively affordable place to live with lower costs than some of its neighbours to the west and north, although it’s still very expensive when looked at from an overall European perspective. It also stands out as a country that […]
Germany Backpacking Budget – Cost of Travel (2023)
On this page, we look at the cost of travel in Germany. Read on for a suggested shoestring and more comfortable Germany backpacking budget. We also have information about the currency and some sample prices around the country in 2023. Germany Cost of Travel in 2023 Germany on a Budget – How much do you […]
Europe Backpacking Budget – How much money do you need?
Europe is one of the most popular regions in the world for travel but it’s also one of the most expensive. Prices do vary considerably as you move from west to east though. Below, we’ll take a look at the cost of travel in Europe and compare a wide range of countries. We also have […]
Working Holiday Visas around the World
For a couple of years during the pandemic, working holiday visa programs were among the first things to get scrapped and the last to return. However, with things looking brighter as we head into 2023, many countries are once again opening their doors to travellers looking for extended stays abroad involving some paid work. Below […]
The Busiest Airports in Germany
In this post, we’re going to to look at the busiest airports in Germany. Two years have now passed since the pandemic started and air travel has still not fully recovered. We will therefore look at figures from both 2019 (the last year fully unaffected by Covid-19) and 2021. Figures are rounded up or down […]
10 of the World’s Best Festivals
In this post, we’re going to look at some of the best world festivals. Some of them are truly ‘do before you die’ experiences and events that take their places on many a bucket list. We cross the globe in search of some of the most iconic festivals and celebrations on the planet from centuries-old […]
Summer in Germany – 10 of the best Destinations
In comparison to its Mediterranean neighbours such as Spain, Italy and France, Germany is somewhat underrated as a travel destination. However, with its stunning countryside, rich history and fascinating cities, spending some time during summer in Germany won’t leave you disappointed. With so much variety, it can be difficult to decide where to go. We’ve […]
The Most Visited Countries in Europe
Europe is one of the world’s busiest regions in terms of travel and tourism. Travellers flock to the continent from far and wide to get a taste of its history and culture, while many Europeans make multiple foreign trips each year thanks to the ease of finding budget flights. In this post we will run […]
Europe’s Best Backpacker Destinations
Europe is a paradise for travel junkies! In less than a week you can visit several different countries, each with their own unique language, customs and cultural norms. Travelling around is quick and easy with fast trains and numerous budget airlines and the choice is plentiful when it comes to picking Europe’s best backpacker destinations. […]
The Berlin Wall Today – Where to see it
Berlin is a city you have to visit to truly understand the Europe of the 20th Century and the Europe of today. For so long, it was the symbol of division, the only place where the Iron Curtain was a tangible divide. On the 13th August 1961, construction began on a wall that for 28 […]
