When you find yourself dreaming of airport queues, you know something's up. As a year and a half without international travel approaches, all the things we used to moan about whilst travelling would be a BLESSING right now. Overnight trains, shocking exchange rates, falling victim to dumb scams... oh the things we would do to be in the middle seat of a long-haul flight. Let's take a trip down memory lane. 

A little good news goes a long way right now, and boy do we have some more good news regarding Australia's Working Holiday Maker (WHM) scheme. Due to the impact of Covid, the Australian government has announced changes to support the tourism and hospitality sectors as they recover from the pandemic, creating more employment options for Working Holiday Visa holders. Read on for all you need to know!

While longingly staring out of our windows waiting for international borders to reopen, at least we've been able to enjoy the fruits of the podcast renaissance. Unique travel stories, helpful travel tips, and backpacking inspiration on the go - there’s a pod for every mood. There are millions of podcasts out there, but we know how overwhelming too much choice can be. Here are a few of our favourites to get you started.

In a monumental turn of events, Australia and the UK have made an ambitious free trade agreement that will make working holiday visas even more appealing. British travellers heading to work and travel in Australia can do so under eased criteria, allowing for much more freedom. Read on for all the details!

Soaring mountains, dramatic beaches, powerful rivers, glistening lakes and so much more is waiting for you in new Zealand, the all-natural theme park at the bottom of the world. It would probably be easier to write why you shouldn't travel to New Zealand, as it would be a much shorter list. Somewhere this incredible has to be shared, so gather round as we give you some of the very best reasons why New Zealand should be on your travel bucket list (if it isn't already!)

Once a simple fishing village frequented by pirates and traders in the heart of the Mayan Riviera, Playa del Carmen has a rich history dating back over 5000 years. Now modernised, it is a popular destination for travellers of all backgrounds, and this once sleepy coastal town on the Yucatan Peninsula has something to delight all your senses. There is no shortage of ways to spend your time in the Playa, but we’ve done our best to narrow down the top things to do in Playa del Carmen when travelling Mexico!