Be the first to hear about our brand-new destinations (BIG things are coming this year👀), last-minute discounts, and more...
Tru News
No Fake News. Just Good News.
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!
Calling all adventurous travelers! If you’re from the United States, Australia, or any other part of the world and are itching f…
LEARN MORE
At TruTravels, our People & Planet Promise isn’t just a tagline—it’s a mission.
We’ve set the bar high with a g…
LEARN MORE
READY TO SOLO TRAVEL?
Are you dreaming of jumping on a flight and exploring new places, but don’t feel like you have anyone to g…
READ ME
NON-NEGOTIABLE SPOTS TO VISIT IN THAILAND
If you're on the lookout for a mind-blowing adventure that combines stunni…
LEARN MORE
The Ultimate Guide to Asia: Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, The Philippines, and Indonesia
Asia. you've probably dreamed of going the…
LEARN MORE
Planning a trip to Vietnam? Lucky you! The country's rich history, diverse landscapes, and mouth-watering cuisine make it a top de…
LEARN MORE
SOLO TRAVEL CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE AND YOUR MINDSET
What's the first thing you heard when you mentioned to your friend or fam…
READ ME
So, the big day has finally come and gone—you’ve opened that all-important envelope (or clicked on that ominous email), and yo…
LEARN MORE
Myth Busting for your next Colombia Trip
Thinking about exploring Colombia? Heard lots of opinions but want to sepa…
LEARN MORE
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…
READ ME
WANT TO SAVE THE WORLD?
All the way back in 2021, we decided it was time to do better and to find ways in which we could help save…
READ ME
HOW TO SPEND LESS ON YOUR TRAVELS
Play Money, Money, Money by ABBA because we're talking cash! No-one wants to come…
LEARN MORE
HERE'S WHY EMBRACING SPONTANEITY IS THE SECRET INGREDIENT TO AN UNFORGETTABLE TRIP!
When was the last time you were truly spontane…
LEARN MORE
TRUTRAVELS TOP TRAVEL TIPS
It’s not just about the life-changing experiences and the game-changing travel here at TruTravels! W…
LEARN MORE
HOW TO PLAN A GAP YEAR...
Let's be honest, 2024 is the year of travel which only means one thing.. it's time to get out there and…
LEARN MORE
THE TOP 5 TRAVEL TRENDS YOU CAN'T MISS IN 2024!
2023 saw the proper return of travel and boy had we missed it!
That feeling of exc…
LEARN MORE
PORT BARTON BASKETBALL TEAM
We are strong believers in leaving a place better than you found it. That's it, above everything else…
LEARN MORE
LOOKING FOR A LAST MINUTE GIFT?
Ahhh Christmas, the most wonderful time of the year! BUT we do know that Christmas present buying…
LEARN MORE
TRUTRAVELS CHRITMAS MISSION 2022!
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW AND HOW YOU CAN HELP
Here at Tru, we believe that travel can be used…
LEARN MORE
PHILIPPINES TRAVEL GUIDE
Picture this, it’s December, winter is here and the days are getting darker by the minute but things ar…
LEARN MORE
HOW TO CREATE TRAVEL CONTENT
So you love to travel. You love capturing moments of yourself and your friends, and you want to step…
LEARN MORE
8 BEST COUNTRIES FOR SOLO TRAVELLERS
Are you ready to take the leap and get out of your comfort zone? Stop waiting around for the…
LEARN MORE
KOH PHANGAN PACS FUNDRAISER EVENT
LEARN MORE
5 BEST PLACES FOR WINTER SUN!
Are you dreading the summer blues, the cold weather and the short, gloomy days already? We got you…
READ ME
HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY!
Ladies, this one's for you! To celebrate this year's International Women’s Day, we thought what…
READ ME
Places You Can Visit
If there was ever a sign you needed a holiday, it's the fact that you've landed on this page right here. You…
LEARN MORE
LEGGGGGGOO! WE BACK BABY!
February is the month of love, the shortest of the year and the days are starting to slowly get l…
READ ME
CAN I TRAVEL TO JAPAN?
Let's take a look at whether we can get into Japan right now...
Last Updated June 9th, 2022
LEARN MORE
CAN I TRAVEL TO COLOMBIA?
This is what we know about getting into Colombia right now:
Last Updated June 9th, 2022
READ ME
10 Reasons To Say Screw It & Travel The World
Yep, I meant that, screw it, let's go travelling! If the pandemic has taught us…
READ ME
GIVING BACK TO LOMBOK
Here at Tru, we believe that the travel industry has so much potential to change the world and for the bette…
READ ME
BACKPACKER VS FLASHPACKER
WHICH ONE ARE YOU?
Backpacking is one of the best experiences in the world. Yep, no BS, it really…
READ ME
HOW MUCH MONEY DO I NEED TO TRAVEL SOUTH EAST ASIA?
So you're planning the trip of a lifetime, ready to head to South East Asia, b…
READ ME
6 TOP TIPS FOR TRAVELLING LATIN AMERICA!
Travelling Latin America is an experience everyone should encounter. From a visit to the…
READ ME
CAN I TRAVEL TO INDIA?
Here's the latest on what we know...
Updated June 9th, 2022
LEARN MORE
The coronavirus pandemic has had a devastating effect on the world today. Every day it seems like 2020 is becoming more and more l…
READ ME
CAN I TRAVEL TO VIETNAM?
Good morning, Vietnam! LET'S GO! VIETNAM IS OPEN FOR TRAVEL!
Last Updated June 9th, 2022
READ ME
ATTENBOROUGH FOR PRESIDENT OF THE WORLD. WE'RE IN, ARE YOU?
I have just finished watching Life on Planet Earth, David Attenboroug…
READ ME
TRUTHOUGHTS- SHOULD I TAKE A GAP YEAR?
PART 2!
With all of the controversy right now around A Level results (and almost everythin…
LEARN MORE
We know that this pandemic has hit everyone really hard and we know how important it is now more than ever to support those who ne…
LEARN MORE
A very welcome back to another bit of F**king Good News. Bringing you some positive vibes and a gentle reminder that there is stil…
LEARN MORE
In the spirit of not quitting our daydream, the mileage our TruCrew has racked up means we know a little sumthin' sumthin' about t…
LEARN MORE
WELCOME TO OUR MINI SERIES - TRUSTORIES
DELHI, INDIA
India is an incredible destination to travel to that is made up of cul…
LEARN MORE
We're on a mission to give back to our planet and the communities we travel in, and we are one step closer after taking part in Ba…
LEARN MORE
6 INDIA TRAVEL TIPS
India is one of the most wonderfully diverse countries in the world to visit, thanks to its unique culture, bu…
LEARN MORE
YOUR COMPLETE TRAVEL GUIDE TO COLOMBIA.
Here is your complete Colombia travel guide. In the last five years, there has been a cons…
LEARN MORE
A big part at TruTravels is to encourage others to be eco-conscious, travel sustainably and to spread the love of travel! Whether…
LEARN MORE
Always wondered what it's like to live the dream job of a group leader in Thailand? Well, find out here as we welcome you into the…
LEARN MORE
A big part of our mission here at TruTravles is to not only focus on giving you awesome experiences, but to give back to the peopl…
LEARN MORE
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…
LEARN MORE
At Tru, we are proud to be part of such a huge family from all over the world! So, we thought we would compose a 'Meet the Crew' b…
LEARN MORE
LOVE YOUR PLANET!
In light of the recent Earth day clean up, we thought we would share a few images of our teams out in South East…
LEARN MORE
UNDERRATED EXPERIENCES IN ASIA & CENTRAL AMERICA
Everyone knows the typical Southeast Asia & Central America experiences …
LEARN MORE
Koh Phangan, home of the infamous Full Moon Party! But that's not all there is to it!
LEARN MORE
LOST IN TRANSLATION - IT SAYS WHAAAT?
A collection of a few of the many amusing grammatical errors & spelling mistakes often s…
LEARN MORE
LATERZ PLASTIC!
Each year approximately 8 million tonnes of plastic is dumped into the worlds oceans which is just insane! Over 1…
LEARN MORE
We can all agree that Christmas is a time for giving, spending time with family and spreading lots of love. We tend to get spoilt…
LEARN MORE
Some travel to experience, others travel to give back! But what if you could do both?
LEARN MORE
Our TruBabe Tina is no stranger to the backpacker life. In the past month alone, she has been to Thailand, Vietnam and Bali so she…
LEARN MORE
Everyday is a holiday when you’re a TruTravels Group Leader, and I thank my lucky stars it happens to be my gig. If you’ve tra…
LEARN MORE
Everything you need to know about TruTravels Facebook groups and how you can meet your future compadres before you go away. The be…
LEARN MORE
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…
LEARN MORE
Our TruBabe Heidi Tells us about what motivates her to travel the world. Here she reveals her top travel quotes which highlight th…
LEARN MORE
SAY GOODBYE TO THE 9-5!
Too many people these days are so wrapped up in focusing on their 'careers' that they forget what it is li…
READ ME
Our Tru Babe Heidi tells us the highlights of her trip backpacking Southern Thailand. Here she sums up some hidden gems off the be…
LEARN MORE
While traveling, you may end up in a country that requires you to do a lot of bargaining. Whether you are booking a tour, taking a…
LEARN MORE
An insiders account of backpacking solo through South East Asia. Our friend and travel blogger Rachel Mcvay gives us some tips and…
LEARN MORE
Travel, especially for extended periods of time, changes who you are. After opening your eyes to the rest of the world it can ofte…
LEARN MORE
To kick off our travel hack series our very own Becki Bowen gives us the low down on how to get through those dreaded and oh so lo…
LEARN MORE
Quietly tucked in between two of the largest cities in Southeast Asia, Cambodia is a hidden gem bordering Thailand on the east and…
LEARN MORE
TRAVELLING THERAPY: WHY IT'S THE BEST THING FOR YOU
We're all just riding the rollercoaster that's life, continuously moving along…
READ ME
One of the most moving things about visiting Cambodia is seeing the extreme levels of poverty all round; from kids selling scarves…
LEARN MORE
I’m sitting on top of a volcano in Indonesia, my legs are aching and my trainers are full of volcanic ash after hiking throughou…
LEARN MORE
The beauty of Khao Sok National Park is indescribable, unbelievable and expansive, and it stole my heart the moment I laid my eyes…
LEARN MORE
THE TYPES OF PEOPLE YOU'LL MEET IN DORM ROOMS.
As dorm rooms are something we all can/will relate to, we thought we’d give y’a…
LEARN MORE
Back in 2016, as we finished our visit to the incredible Angkor Wat and the surrounding temples, our Tuk Tuk driver by the name of…
LEARN MORE
For those familiar with the name, Koh Phangan will no doubt be flooded with visions of thousands upon thousands of people wearing…
LEARN MORE
PLANNING YOUR NEXT BACKPACKING ADVENTURE
So your bank balance is looking healthy-ish, your bags are pretty much packed and the hol…
READ ME
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…
LEARN MORE
Phangan Animal Centre for Strays, otherwise known as ‘PACS’ is a very special place which is the only centre of its kind on th…
LEARN MORE
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…
LEARN MORE
NORTHERN THAILAND - IT'S A VIBE
For backpackers who have demolished themselves down south in Thailand, it’s about time you heade…
LEARN MORE
