Travel Resources
There are many travel resources and companies out there that will offer to plan your trip or help you to narrow down accommodation options, flights, transport and other travel details.
Some are great, and others are not.
I want more people to have a confident, streamlined travel experience. Therefore, I’ve compiled the ultimate list of travel planning resources that I personally return to time and time again.
I would recommend these to anyone, whether they’re my friends, family, readers, or people I meet on the road.
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Booking
Accommodation
Booking.com
Booking.com is my favourite way to book hotels, hostels and other types of accommodation. The platform and app are intuitive, making it easy to navigate, filter your search, and compare accommodation.I have also saved so much money using their Genius program over the years; this provides discounts on accommodation to loyal members.
Hostelworld
Hostelworld has one of the best lists of hostels, making it a valuable resource for budget travellers and backpackers. I have used Hostelworld too many times to count. The best part is that people actually leave thorough reviews.
Agoda
Agoda is another site I use to book hotels. It often lists hostels at a cheaper price than Booking.com.
Trusted Housesitters
Trusted Housesitters has saved me thousands of pounds on accommodation. After paying the yearly subscription, I get access to petsits across the world, where I look after animals in exchange for free accommodation at the pet parent’s house. I have done petsits in Australia, Scotland, and England so far.
SafetyWing
SafetyWing is one of the best travel insurance choices for digital nomads or remote workers, designed by those who also work and travel remotely.
Booking Flights
Google Flights
Hostelworld has one of the best lists of hostels, making it a valuable resource for budget travellers and backpackers. I have used Hostelworld too many times to count. The best part is that people actually leave thorough reviews.
Booking Tours and Experiences
GetYourGuide
When it comes to finding local-led tours and unusual experiences, GetYourGuide is excellent. The intuitive site allows you to search based upon your destination or book and plan experiences before your trip.