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Hostel owners in Taranaki, New Zealand have revealed that they are as busy as ever, with backpackers still keen to explore the region in spite of the tough economic conditions. Read more...
A combination of fascinating history and contemporary dynamism is helping to put Istanbul on the budget travellers' radar, tourism chiefs have explained. Read more...
While most travellers attempt to keep to a strict budget when heading off on their gap year, those landing in Dubai in the next few weeks may find themselves giving into temptation. Read more...
A Koala sanctuary on an idyllic tropical island has scooped the best backpacker accommodation category in the Queensland tourism awards for the third year running. Read more...
Thousands of travellers are expected to join artists from across the globe in flocking to the forthcoming Auckland Festival in New Zealand. Read more...
Travellers stocked up on travel insurance and opting to brave a trip into Australia's Outback could bag themselves a cheeky award at one of this summer's more off-the-wall festivals. Read more...