We live in an age where people have way more leisure time and taking longer trips abroad. We also are seeing a big change in demographics in terms of the average backpackers age. Traditionally backpackers were anything from 18 to 30 years of age. Things changed with the older gap …

Europe has been and will always be a massive destination for backpackers from all over the world. British backpackers are certainly included in this too! Many young people from the UK head over to Europe year round. Popular destinations include Amsterdam, Barcelona, Paris and Rome. They also travel to the …

Great question and welcome to the land of smiles! Thailand is deservedly an exceptionally popular destination and will always be. This is due to the stunning islands, heaving exciting cities and a world famous cuisine! Thailand also has a reputation for tourists getting into trouble. According to the Foreign and …

Heading off for a backpacking trip around Australia and wondering whether you need travel insurance? So if I am from a country with a reciprocal health policy will I still need travel insurance? The simple answer to that question is a resounding yes. Australia does have a reciprocal deal with …

We have searched the market for backpackers looking for travel insurance for their long term trips. What is backpackers insurance and how is it different to regular travel cover? Backpacker travel insurance is typically cheaper than regular travel insurance. Regular travel insurance normally includes such features as baggage protection, trip …