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Here at TruHQ there's not much that we love more than travelling, but writing about our travels and passing our wisdom on to others does come a close second. Below is a selection of blogs written by our team to inspire, guide and help you in your future travels! Happy reading!

Don't skip these insane spots!
Sophie - Apr 06, 2024
5 Islands you can't miss in Greece   Greece is at the top of everyone's summer bucket list and that's not surprising! Famous…
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The ultimate guide to Split's nightlife!
Sophie - Feb 09, 2024
Are you ready to paint the town red and dance the night away in one of Europe's best destinations? Look no further than Split, Cro…
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Best Places to go in Italy
Sophie - Feb 05, 2024
Need inspiration for your Italy trip? We have got your back!     If you're on the lookout for your next European advent…
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Flying to the best destinations just got a whole lot easier!
Sophie - Dec 30, 2023
The start of any great adventure starts with a flight! For a lot of people booking flights can be confusing and the first hurdle o…
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Best Holiday Destinations To Travel To In July 2024
TruCrew - Dec 29, 2023
BEST PLACES TO TRAVEL THIS SUMMER PT.2 July is a fabulous month, filled with sun, blue skies and good times. The only way to make…
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How to maximise PTO days in 2024
- Nov 27, 2023
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Best Countries To Travel To In June 2024
TruCrew - Oct 25, 2023
BEST PLACES TO TRAVEL THIS SUMMER PT.1 Say goodbye to Spring and helllllooo to summer. That's right - summer is here, the days are…
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Best Countries To Travel To In April 2024
TruCrew - Oct 24, 2023
THE BEST PLACES TO TRAVEL IN SPRING PT.2 We're dying to get away. The spring mornings are cold and crisp, the evenings are dark a…
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Top Destinations To Travel In February 2024
TruCrew - Oct 24, 2023
BEST PLACES TO VACATION IN WINTER PT.3   It’s February! We’re saying goodbye to those January blues, post-Christmas blues…
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10 Things To Know About Solo Travel
Niamh - Jul 03, 2023
ARE YOU READY TO SOLO TRAVEL? Are you dreaming of jumping on a flight and exploring new places, but don’t feel like you have any…
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Bali's Best Beach Clubs!
TruCrew - Jun 23, 2023
BEST BEACH CLUBS IN BALI If you’ve already been to Bali, or you're thinking about going, there's nothing better than chilling at…
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What to expect from a TruTravels Trip
TRUTRAVELLER - Mar 13, 2023
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM A TRUTRAVELS TRIP Are you about to book a TruTravels trip but want to know what it is REALLY like to go on tou…
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Best Places To Travel In Summer 2024
TruCrew - Feb 10, 2023
BEST PLACES TO TRAVEL IN SUMMER 2024!     Did someone say summertime?! Yaaassss! The suns out, bottles of cider in ever…
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The ultimate travel Guide to Bali
Jess - Sep 01, 2022
5 PLACES YOU MUST VISIT IN BALI Dreaming of crystal clear water, tropical bliss and having a jungle of a time? If that’s the ca…
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5 destinations you have to visit in Croatia
Grace - Apr 19, 2022
5 destinations you have to visit in Croatia   Croatia has become a summer hotbed and we are HERE for it. Why wouldn't you vis…
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10 Bucket List Experiences You Must Do in Greece
Grace - Mar 24, 2022
10 Bucket List Experiences You Must Do in Greece Greece is a dream destination for SO many reasons... the gorgeous beaches, the un…
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Best Places To Visit In September 2024
TruCrew - Mar 14, 2022
BEST PLACES TO TRAVEL IN AUTUMN PT.1   It's September.. Summer has nearly come to an end, BUT there's no stopping you escapin…
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International Women’s Day - Empowering Solo Female Travel
TruCrew - Mar 08, 2022
HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY! Ladies, this one's for you! To celebrate this year's International Women’s Day, we thought what…
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Why You Have to Sail Greece This Summer!
Gemma - Feb 18, 2022
So some of you might know I went to Greece at the beginning of August 2020, I mean you should know, I posted it all over Inst…
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Good News From Around The World
TruCrew - Feb 02, 2022
LEGGGGGGOO! WE BACK BABY!   February is the month of love, the shortest of the year and the days are starting to slowly get l…
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5 Best Places to Spend Christmas in South East Asia

Best Places to Visit in 2022 for Tropical Islands & Aqua Waters
Grace - Jan 31, 2022
If someone had told me a few years ago that I wouldn't have been on a beach in 2 years, I'd have done a big smug belly laugh right…
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8 Things You Need To Know Before Visiting The Philippines
Grace - Dec 22, 2021
The Philippines is one of the best countries to visit in Southeast Asia and the perfect place to plan a tropical getaway. But a tr…
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How To Stay Fit And Healthy When Travelling
TruCrew - Dec 03, 2021
HOW TO STAY FIT AND HEALTHY WHILST TRAVELLING! C’mon we all have those thoughts, we head on holiday and get a little loose. Noo…
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5 Easiest Countries To Travel To Right Now
TruCrew - Nov 12, 2021
5 EASIEST COUNTRIES TO TRAVEL TO RIGHT NOW Now international travel is back on and we can plan our holidays, it’s time to treat…
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Can I Travel To Croatia?

TruCrew - Nov 03, 2021
CAN I TRAVEL TO CROATIA? THE WAIT IS OVER! We've been dreaming of partying in Hvar, swimming in turquoise waters at Krka National…
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Can I Travel To Costa Rica?
TruCrew - Oct 31, 2021
CAN I TRAVEL TO COSTA RICA? So this is what we know about getting into Costa Rica right now... Last Updated June 9th, 2022
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CAN I TRAVEL TO MEXICO?
TruCrew - Oct 29, 2021
CAN I TRAVEL TO MEXICO? Last Updated June 9th, 2022
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10 Top-Secret Truths from a Flight Attendant
TruCrew - Oct 08, 2021
10 Top-Secret Truths From a Flight Attendant Before I joined the wonderful world of TruTravels, I previously worked as a flight at…
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The Ultimate Guide To Island Hopping Greece
Gemma - Sep 08, 2021
Island hopping Greece is the dream; you can't tell me otherwise. Every island is home to unbelievable beauty, untold stories and m…
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What It's Like To Travel Right Now - TruTravels
Gemma - Aug 31, 2021
What It's Like to Travel Right Now - Travelling to Greece Edition Ok, so I'm home, holiday blues hitting hard, and the tan is slo…
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Best Places To Travel In October 2021
TruCrew - Jun 16, 2021
OMG AS IF IT'S 2024! CHECK OUT THE TOP PLACES TO GO IN OCTOBER HERE!   BEST PLACES TO TRAVEL IN OCTOBER 2021 Autumn is well a…
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Best Places To Visit In December 2021
TruCrew - Jun 15, 2021
DECEMBER TRAVEL 2021 Who doesn’t love Christmas?! I mean, it’s the most wonderful time of the year, right! Chestnuts are roast…
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7 Jaw-Dropping Destinations You Won't Believe Exist
TruCrew - Jun 12, 2021
You know the destinations that give you those ''Pinch Me'' moments?! Like, am I really seeing this? Well, here are 7 jaw-dropping…
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Sailing Holidays Are The Hottest New Trend of 2021
Gemma - Jun 07, 2021
Oh, to be sailing around Greece on a yacht, wind in my hair, forgetting the problems of the past 15 months. Sailing holidays are…
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What Your Favourite Holiday Drink Says About You
Gemma - May 25, 2021
WHAT YOUR FAVOURITE HOLIDAY DRINK SAYS ABOUT YOU The best part about a holiday is sitting back on the beach or by the pool sippin…
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Best Places To Travel In November 2021
TruCrew - Apr 14, 2021
OMG! IT'S 2024 ALREADY! CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT OUR TOP PICKS FOR TRAVELLING IN NOVEMBER 2024!   BEST PLACES TO TRAVEL IN NOVE…
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What Are SailVentures?
TruCrew - Mar 16, 2021
SAILVENTURES! Want to feel the sea breeze through your hair while you’re sailing the seas in dreamy, unbelievable locations? Wa…
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The Evolution Of A Backpacker
TruCrew - Mar 15, 2021
THE EVOLUTION OF A BACKPACKER Remember when backpacking was 2 dollar a night hostels, limited wifi signal and drinking beer out of…
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What Is My Travel Style?
TruCrew - Mar 10, 2021
TIME TO EXPLORE THE WORLD - HOW TO CHOOSE A TRIP THAT'S RIGHT FOR YOU Ok, so you're ready to book your next trip, your dream desti…
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Top 10 Must-Visit Places in Croatia

TruCrew - Mar 01, 2021
TOP 10 MUST VISIT PLACES IN CROATIA We can’t be the only ones who’ve been dreaming about a European summer.. Or spending a sum…
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Backpacker vs Flashpacker
TruCrew - Feb 19, 2021
BACKPACKER VS FLASHPACKER WHICH ONE ARE YOU?   Backpacking is one of the best experiences in the world. Yep, no BS, it reall…
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Best Places To Travel In September

TruCrew - Feb 09, 2021
BEST PLACES TO TRAVEL IN SEPTEMBER September, when summer’s coming to a close, and the autumn leaves will soon be gracing us wit…
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Best Places To Travel In July 2021

TruCrew - Jan 14, 2021
OMG AS IF IT'S 2024! CHECK OUT THE TOP PLACES TO GO IN JULY 2024 HERE!   THE BEST PLACES TO TRAVEL IN JULY 2021 July, a month…
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Best Places To Travel June 2021
TruCrew - Jan 08, 2021
THE BEST PLACES TO TRAVEL IN JUNE 2021! After the year we've all had, we are craving some positivity and a trip of a lifetime (or…
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5 MUST VISIT GREEK ISLANDS!
Gemma - Dec 02, 2020
5 MUST VISIT GREEK ISLANDS! We’re all dreaming of summer. The summer we deserve, a summer in Greece. Laying on the beach, cockta…
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Top 7 Destinations To Visit In 2021
TruCrew - Nov 24, 2020
TOP 7 DESTINATIONS TO VISIT IN 2021 So 2020 has been a mess, to say the least.. and we’re sure by now we all most definitely hav…
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Can I Travel To Cambodia?
TruCrew - Nov 18, 2020
CAN I TRAVEL TO CAMBODIA? We're back baby! The Cambodian government have said COME ON IN! We've been waiting ever so patientl…
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5 Hidden Gems of the Greek Islands

TruCrew - Nov 17, 2020
5 HIDDEN GEMS OF THE GREEK ISLANDS Greece is the dream. Crystal clear blue water, white sandy beaches, phenomenal sunsets, amazing…
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Top 7 Things To Do Around Koh Phangan
TruCrew - Feb 19, 2020
Koh Phangan, the island known for the full moon party and it's beach parties in general as well as being a major travel hub for ba…
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TruTravels Christmas Mission 2019
TruCrew - Oct 14, 2019
At TruTravels we believe in giving back and doing our bit to try and address the equality divide that exists in the world today. W…
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Best Places to Visit in the West Coast of Thailand
TruCrew - Aug 13, 2019
The West of Thailand is full of endless amounts of beaches, tropical rainforests, awe-inspiring culture and a huge array of restau…
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Top 5 places to stay in Koh Phangan for young backpackers/holiday makers
TruCrew - Jul 02, 2019
Koh Phangan is a beautiful island off the South East Coast of Thailand. Koh Phangan is most famous for being the home of the world…
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10 Underrated Experiences to Daydream About for 2021!
TruCrew - Mar 25, 2019
UNDERRATED EXPERIENCES IN ASIA & CENTRAL AMERICA Everyone knows the typical Southeast Asia & Central America experiences …
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Top places to visit in 2019
TruCrew - Dec 17, 2018
It’s that time of year where you need a little something to get you through the winter and an adventure to this year! So we thou…
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Top 10 Instagram worthy hot spots in South East Asia
TruCrew - Jun 19, 2018
South East Asia is paradise, it's as simple as that. If you're looking for a destination that will tick every box on your never en…
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Our Guide to Backpacking the Philippines
TruCrew - Feb 13, 2018
Famed for its rice fields, megacities, stunning dives and friendly people – the Philippines is home to 100 million. A cluster of…
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Top places to visit in 2018
TruCrew - Dec 27, 2017
Santa Claus has done his annual run and the Christmas buzz is quickly dying down. It’s that time of year where you need a little…
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How to write a travel budget and tools to make it easier
TruCrew - Sep 26, 2017
Have you been dreaming of getting away, plotting your escape from the 9-5 and whisking yourself off to a desert island? You have a…
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Koh Rong Samloem - Hidden Gems in Cambodia
TruCrew - Aug 16, 2017
Think crystal clear waters, white sands, the chance to unplug from reality and relax in a tranquil paradise. Koh Rong Samloem is a…
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Hidden Gems in Koh Phangan- Bottle beach
TruCrew - Jun 06, 2017
Koh Phangan is most famously known as the island home to the wild wonders of the full moon party on Haad Rin beach. But little do…
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10 Tips to Stay Fit & Healthy While You Travel...
TruCrew - May 02, 2017
You have been working hard for that bikini body- so why throw away all of your hard work once you hit the beach? I know that when…
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5 reasons to spend Christmas away from home
Sophie - Dec 20, 2016
Ah, Christmas. We Brits do love to spend a large amount of hard-earned cash on gifts, spend hours of our time wrapping them and th…
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Hidden Beaches Southeast Asia Edition: Top 5
Sophie - Nov 29, 2016
HIDDEN BEACHES IN SOUTH EAST ASIA Southeast Asia brings different pictures to mind, for me, it’s a tropical paradise. Not only a…
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7 Must See Bars Thailand
TruCrew - Nov 21, 2016
With arguably some of the best nightlife in South East Asia, Thailand has no shortage of bars and clubs to cater to any newcomer o…
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Charitable Eating In Cambodia: Eat good. Feel good!
Sophie - Nov 15, 2016
One of the most moving things about visiting Cambodia is seeing the extreme levels of poverty all round; from kids selling scarves…
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Little Lottie in Thailand – Pt 1 Thailand Tour Review
TruCrew - May 05, 2016
Where do I even begin?! The last 3 weeks have shown me sites that are comparable to nothing I’ve seen before. It has confirmed w…
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Our New Trip, our 3rd Birthday and our 1000th TruTraveller
TruCrew - Jan 16, 2016
Our New Trip, our 3rd Birthday and our 1000th TruTraveller.
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Bali and Me
TruCrew - Jan 15, 2016
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Awesome Koh Phangan Christmas & New Year Packages
TruCrew - Dec 01, 2015
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24 hours in Vientiane, Laos
TruCrew - Nov 30, 2015
One of our TruCrew talks to us about her experience spending 24 hours in Vientiane. If you're looking to travel Laos or never even…
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Sweet as Pie (Or Pai in Thailand)
TruCrew - Jun 24, 2015
If you are looking to travel to Thailand and prefer to head off the beaten track, Pai has to be at the top of your list when trave…
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Chatuchak Weekend Market in Bangkok
TruCrew - Mar 20, 2015
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Koh Phangan, the place and it’s people
TruCrew - Feb 07, 2015
KOH PHANGAN, IT'S PARADISE I’m sure most travellers would agree that truly ‘the people make the party’, here on Koh Phangan…
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