Student Travel

Have you ever wondered how you can travel more for less? House or petsitting is an economical option for animal loving travellers who don't mind travelling slower for periods of time. Case in point: This summer I'm Housesitting for 6 weeks in a medieval Village in Switzerland for FREE! This blog post outlines how I found this unique opportunity, how you can housesit around the world too, plus a bonus discount to get you started! . #thepinkbackpack #housesitting #slowtravel #Switzerland

Wondering how to travel as a student? It is nearly impossible to travel on a student budget...or is it?! In this blog post, I teach you how to travel as a student for FREE (or nearly free). There are many ways to travel while doing school! Here's how...

It's hard to stay fit while traveling. Many people gain weight or get sick from eating unhealthy. Get the best tips on how to stay in shape while traveling. It doesn't matter if you are a digital nomad, long-term traveler, expat or just travel occasionally. #traveltips #digitalnomadtips #fitnesstips #travellife #longtermtraveling

Travel doesn't have to be expensive. Learn how to travel for free (or next to nothing) with these 8 ideas! Perfect for students or new grads! . #thepinkbackpack #travel #travelfinance

Travel tales from Ireland: Finding Home through a Pint Glass. . "I watched as the bartender poured pint after pint; a seamless and habitual task for him and yet I was captivated. Truth be told, I was intoxicated by it all. Settled on my barstool...." . #thepinkbackpack #Ireland #traveltales #travelwriting

Heading on a backpacking trip abroad but aren't sure what to pack? The most expensive mistake you can make is to overpack your luggage. This packing list details exactly what you should pack, broken down by carry-on and larger backpack, written by a full-time traveller. For more info head over to ThePinkBackpack.com. . #ThePinkBackpack #Backpacking #Packing #PackingGuide #FemaleTravel

This article will tell you how to flight hack your way to a FREE flight using cash back credit cards in 3 simple steps. #thepinkbackpack #Flighthacking #travelhack

Traveling to Tanzania? Getting to Zanzibar by ferry is quite straight forward and more budget friendly than flying into Zanzibar. However, knowing what to expect on your ferry from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar can help you avoid hassles. This transport guide tells you everything you need to know before you go! #Thepinkbackpack #Tanzania #Zanzibar #ferry

Explore 1600 years of culture during the Meskel festival, Ethiopia's oldest and most significant tradition. Join in the dancing, feasting and enjoy a bonfire during this special tour, starting from Addis Ababa. . #Ghiontravel #ExploreEthiopia #Ethiopia #Addis #AddisAbaba #Meskel #Festivaltour #Ethiopiatour #EastAfrica

Ukerewe island is situated approximately 50km north from Mwanza. At over 500 squared kilometres, Ukerewe island is the largest inland island in Africa and the largest island in Lake Victoria. As you can imagine, there is much to explore, including beaches, forests, caves and scenic sunsets over the lake. Go for a bike tour or cultural tour and try authentic Tanzanian food. #thepinkbackpack #Ukerewe #Tanzania #EastAfrica #Africa #traveltanzania

Heading on a backpacking trip? Packing doesn’t have to be a mission in itself. This packing list includes ALL of the items I personally use and recommend, as well as the things I’ve brought over the years and never used. Conveniently organized by day pack and larger pack, including stoppable links. . #thepinkbackpack #packinglist #backpacking

Travelling around Lake Victoria is an epic adventure! From seeing gorillas in Rwanda to paddle boarding on the Nile River in Uganda, this travel guide and itinerary will take you around Africa’s largest lake. #ThePinkBackpack #Africa #LakeVictoria #Rwanda #Uganda #Kenya #Tanzania

Getting from Rwanda to Uganda independently of a tour operator is totally possible. This post tells you how to take public transportation across the border, plus helpful tips for bus travel in East Africa. #thepinkbackpack #rwanda #uganda #eastafrica

The misadventure is real! A 35 thousand pound car rental, crashing into a ditch in the middle of nowhere and making friends with a truck driver! If you need a good laugh, this travel tale will entertain you! #thepinkbackpack #traveltale #misadventure #scotland