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Help bring solar power to HI Beauty Creek Wilderness Hostel in the Rockies

This little spot in the wilderness is in the running for an HI Sustainability Fund grant.

March 10, 2020

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Exploring Canada’s East Coast without a car

You don’t need a car to get your fill of Atlantic Ocean views.

March 05, 2020

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5 winter escape ideas waiting for you at hostels in Canada

We’ve got special deals all over the place to help you save money.

February 21, 2020

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The best side hustles to fund your travels as you go

A little extra cash never hurts, whatever the currency.

February 17, 2020

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How backpacking totally changed how I feel about social media

If you didn’t Instagram it, did it even happen?

February 14, 2020

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Screw settling down, I’m going travelling instead

I don’t need the marriage-house-dog life. Not yet, not when there’s so much world to see.

February 11, 2020

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19 free or cheap things to do in Montreal

Discover a little bit of Euro living for less in la belle province.

January 23, 2020

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How to keep travelling a ton when you have a full-time job

Joining the 9 to 5 grind doesn’t mean your travel days are done. Far from it.

January 22, 2020

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4 life lessons I learned as a cross-Canada tour guide

What happens when things go wrong and you’re the one in charge?

January 16, 2020

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What’s up with winter on Canada’s West Coast?

If you haven’t heard about Vancouver’s mild winters, you probably don’t know anyone who lives there.

January 10, 2020

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Getting lost in Ecuador’s Valley of Longevity

As the clock ticked down on New Year’s Eve, getting lost help me figure out how to slow down.

December 19, 2019

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20 places you gotta visit in 2020

Not sure where to go next? We got you covered.

December 18, 2019

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Discover our favourite routes for all levels of bikers in Canada.

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Falling in love abroad, mending a broken heart and finding your one true love: you. It's all possible when you take your heart travelling.

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Long road ahead, windows down, music cranked, beautiful scenery and good company. From paths to take to essential pit stops, be road trip ready with our selection of articles.

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Canada on a Budget

Want to learn how to hold on to more of your maple syrup scented Canadian money? Here's all our tips and tricks to protect your wallet whilst enjoying your stay.