Accommodation

Dealing With Bed Bugs When You Travel

Published on 1 June, 2013

Fresh from my third encounter with bedbugs in as many days (three out of my last five beds had the critters – a bad ratio by any standards), it seemed an appropriate time to share my tips on dealing with bed bugs when you travel. Some facts about bed bugs Most people have heard of bed bugs but few know… Read more →

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Fresh from my third encounter with bedbugs in as many days (three out of my last five beds), here are my tips on dealing with bed bugs when you travel.... Read more →

Where To Stay In Japan On A Budget

Published on 17 May, 2013

After spending a month in the land of the rising sun, I’ve stayed in a fair range of places ranging from hostels to homes to hotels to temples. In this post I share where to stay in Japan on a budget (and in some cases where not to stay). Types of accommodation in Japan Hostels: There are plenty of hostels throughout… Read more →

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After spending a month in Japan, here are my recommendations on where to stay in Japan on a budget, including costs, what I liked/ disliked and images.... Read more →

No Hotels – No Worries: What to do When your Room Plan Falls Through

Published on 5 February, 2013

‘Homeless in Hawaii’ was my Facebook status more than once during my extended stay on the islands at the end of last year. Whether your travel plans have failed or, like me, you’ve failed to make any plans at all, there are times when you might find yourself in a place with no hotels or rooms available, especially if you are… Read more →

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There are times, especially on a long-term trip, where you are in a town with no hotels with vacancies. Don't worry. There are alternative options.... Read more →

Best Budget Accommodation Websites

Published on 30 January, 2013

Infinity pools, butlers serving afternoon tea complete with those little finger sandwiches I do love so much (crust cut off, of course). That is how I like to travel, with sites like Small Luxury Hotels winning hands down over any budget accommodation website out there. However, there is a reality I can’t escape – I like to travel for more than… Read more →

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Which budget accommodation websites are best? From couchsurfing to cheap rooms in Asia, Use these sites to keep your travel budget low and travel time high.... Read more →

When to Book Rooms in Advance

Published on 22 January, 2013

I’ve recently been playing around with Hotel Tonight. It’s a whizzy little app that allows you to book rooms…as the name suggests…that night. Forget Laterooms and the like, this is real last minute deal stuff and although it’s currently only available for the big cities, it certainly has the potential to expand. This app appeals to me not just because… Read more →

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It doesn't always pay to book rooms at the last minute yet never booking a room in advance can have it's advantages too. Find out which way is better.... Read more →

Recommended Hostels in Southeast Asia

Published on 18 January, 2013

Far too long ago I promised a list of my recommended hostels in Southeast Asia. My similar list of Recommended Hostels in Latin American has been popular and, more importantly, has saved me having to regurgitate a list of names whenever I meet someone heading that direction, so I’m hoping this list will have the same benefits all round. Once again… Read more →

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From Singapore to Thailand to Laos and more, here are Indiana Jo's recommended hostels in Southeast Asia.... Read more →

Recommended Hostels in Latin America

Published on 31 August, 2012

Whenever I meet travelers en route to South or Central America, I’m always quick to pass on my list of recommended hostels in Latin America, not least because I know what it’s like to turn up at a place and wonder if Hell might have any vacancies as a better alternative. A hostel, the facilities, the kind of travellers… Read more →

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Recommended hostels in Latin America - finding the best hostels in a new country can be a challenge. Check out these recommended hostels in Latin America.... Read more →

Dorm Etiquette: Are You in the Right Room?

Published on 27 August, 2012

Tired of dealing with bad dorm etiquette? Print this list and pin it up in your dorm. DORM ETIQUETTE: ARE YOU IN THE RIGHT ROOM? DEAR DORM DWELLER, Do you: Snore? Intend to have sex in the room (including having fun with yourself)? Feel unwell and are likely to spend the night coughing (not including hangovers)? Need to turn the lights… Read more →

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Tired of dealing with bad dorm etiquette? Whether you're staying in a hostel, college dorm, print this checklist and pin it up in your dorm.... Read more →