Italy Backpacking Guide 2024 (Insider Tips & Itineraries)

The Ultimate Traveler’s Guide to Florence on a Budget

Nour De Wilde Salhab — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 06:48:27 +0000

Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance set in the heart of Tuscany, attracts travelers with its storied past, architecture, and a treasure of art housing masterpieces from Michelangelo to da Vinci. Here’s our Florence travel guide on a budget. Florence on a budget? You got it! This Tuscan city might ooze Renaissance grandeur, but it can also be surprisingly budget-friendly. Here’s a breakdown of what your daily spending might look like: Suggested Budget per person Low: €55-85 Middle: €85-150 High: […]

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29 BEST Things to Do in Bologna, Italy – tasty Food, live Concerts and Retro Cinema

Matt Kiefer — Tue, 13 Aug 2024 18:38:42 +0000

So you are heading to Bologna? Of course, you want to know all the cool and fun things to do in Bologna! You have come just to the right place. We have been to Bologna and area now several times. The city is a delight, non-touristy, perfect for foodies and the cultural-traveler. In this list, we share the best things to do in Bologna – touristy and local, fun and free! We teamed up with Combo Bologna, the 5 Star […]

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Where to Eat in Venice? 22 Restaurants and Tricks to Venice on a Budget

Anna Kiefer — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 10:56:36 +0000

Venice is an incredibly pretty city, one of those places everybody should visit at least once in life. With more than 30 million tourists per year, the question is not what to see but where to eat in Venice? We visited Venice the second time. And this time we wanted to discover all the places where to eat in Venice on a budget. While visiting the 5 Star Hostel Combo Venice, we sat down with the team. The hostel staff […]

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The Ultimate Traveler’s Guide to Venice on a Budget

Nour De Wilde Salhab — Fri, 09 Aug 2024 01:44:18 +0000

Renowned for its enchanting canals, serenading gondoliers, and labyrinthine alleys, Venice captures hearts as a premier romantic destination. It’s called ‘La Serenissima’ for a reason—but it’s also a magnet for avid cruisers and backpackers. Despite its reputation for being pricey, largely due to the premium lodging and dining options in this cozy city with no real estate left to develop, there’s still a way to experience its magic without resorting to extravagance. Here’s our Venice travel guide – all on […]

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5 Non Touristy Things to Do in Florence – There’s more than Michelangelo

Nour De Wilde Salhab — Wed, 07 Aug 2024 17:46:04 +0000

Are you tired of touristic tips? We are! This is why we created the 5 cool things to do in Florence! You can get the secret local tips for Florence only right here, only with us. We are the Hostelgeeks. We love to share with you, always authentic travel tips. And so we share with you as well our non-touristy things to do in Florence. Good to know: You have to buy the ticket to see David Statue beforehand. It is […]

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The Ultimate Backpacker’s Guide to Rome on a Budget

Anna Kiefer — Sun, 04 Aug 2024 11:56:51 +0000

Welcome to your backpacking Rome full Guide. Rome is a city where every corner seems to tell a story. Despite its fame, it can be surprisingly budget-friendly. With a wealth of free attractions, affordable eats, and a range of hostel options, the city is perfectly suited for those traveling on a shoestring. Having lived in Rome for almost a year, I’ve explored beyond the usual tourist spots to discover what truly makes this city amazing. From the ruins of the […]

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The real Hidden Venice in Italy? 6 Unique Tips for a Magical Time

Anna Kiefer — Sat, 03 Aug 2024 21:22:01 +0000

Let us guess: You are TIRED of all those tourist tips you found all over the web? Welcome to your solution, and to the hidden Venice! Here we share our best 6 tips to discover the hidden Venice – outside the tourist box. Sounds good? Even better: It is for free. You can download the guide right to your inbox. We enjoyed our time here, it was even better than we expected! We stayed at COMBO Venezia (here is our full […]

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The Ultimate Traveler’s Guide to Milan on a Budget

Nour De Wilde Salhab — Fri, 02 Aug 2024 16:46:28 +0000

Milan, Italy’s glamour queen, teases with high fashion and deeper pockets—it’s the place where your wallet may weep, but you will thrive (probably). Beyond the lux labels and chic boutiques lies a city steeped in history, with ancient art and appetizing eats. Dreaming of sipping espresso without breaking the bank? Our Milan travel guide is here for you. Get ready to explore Milan’s marvels— regardless of your budget. Milan on a Budget? It’s Possible! While Milan has a reputation for […]

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5 Secret Tips for Rome (we actually lived here and share our local secrets)

Anna Kiefer — Fri, 02 Aug 2024 15:36:33 +0000

Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City! The Italian capital is one of the most famous destinations in the world, and you can imagine there are many things to do including lots of tourist traps. Back when we lived in Rome, we enjoyed Pizza from the stone oven, drunk espresso out of tiny, old cups, and enjoyed the most delicious Gelato you can find in Rome! We could not resist, and set up this travel Guide with 5 Secret Tips and […]

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