Wake Up! Hostels Blog Posts
Why Taking a Gap Year in Australia May be the Best Thing You Do
Whether you’ve just finished school, are in the middle of your career, or simply craving a different lifestyle, a gap year could transform your life forever.
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Byron Bay Vegan Finds
One of the most common Google searches on my phone is ‘vegan food near me’. Byron Bay is perhaps the only place in Australia where that search is completely unnecessary.
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9 Must-Have Apps for Every Backpacker in Australia
One of the most important items I brought to Australia is my iPhone. From snapping pics of my favorite memories, navigating new transportation systems, finding things to do, staying organized, and keeping connected, the digital age of traveling makes my life as a backpacker a whole lot easier.
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A Foodies Guide to Eating Your Way to Australia
Isolated from all other continents, Australia has developed unique wildlife, crazy place names, ‘Strayan slang, and is home to jaw-dropping beaches, Uluru, and the Great Barrier Reef. Beyond these obvious attributes is the weirdly wonderful Aussie food.
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12 Reasons You'll Fall in Love With Australia
The happiest 6 weeks of my life were spent traveling the East Coast of Australia. As I begin preparing to head out traveling again, I’ve been thinking about why I fell in love with this country in the first place. It’s been my dream since I was 10 years old to backpack Australia and now that I’m doing it, I’ve fallen even more in love with this country.
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19 Travel Goals for 2019
If you had told me at this time last year that my biggest goals for 2019 were all travel-related, I’d say you were dreaming. Flash forward one year and I’m thrilled to announce my 19 travel goals for 2019! Time to start packing!
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A Backpackers' Survival Guide to Staying Fit While Traveling
With New Year’s Resolutions upon us, you might be wondering how to keep up your 2019 goal to get fit (or stay fit!) while backpacking. It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of checking out new bars in new cities and attending every hostel event with free goon, only to realize 8 weeks later that you’ve added some unwanted “fluff” to your body. Even though you’re on the adventure of a lifetime, everyone wants to feel confident and fit.
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How to Spend New Year's Eve in Sydney on a Backpacker Budget
If you’re lucky enough to spend New Year’s Eve in Sydney, you want to do it right without breaking the bank. Many events can charge upwards of $200 per person, not including alcohol or food. I did some digging to find the best places to kiss 2018 goodbye in Sydney on a backpacker budget.
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