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Here at Tru 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!
Yes, India is safe to visit, and millions of tourists have an incredible time exploring the best of India every year. However, lik…
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Ready to travel solo? Here’s what you need to know
Are you dreaming of jumping on a flight and exploring new places, but don’t…
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Whether you're planning your Peru backpacking adventure or you want some inspiration on where to go on your next adventure. We're…
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So you've booked your flights, told your boss, and now you're staring at an empty backpack, wondering what on earth to pack for So…
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If you are currently planning or hoping to visit China in the near future, then this is for you!! We have come up with the perfect…
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You might have guessed it by now, but we've got a soft spot for epic views, rich history, and jaw-dropping natural wonders. That…
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Want to grab a HUGE deal this Blue Monday? Here are our top deals to help you live you best life in 2026!
It’s that time…
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Marrakesh is a city that everyone seems to be talking about at the moment. If you’re a solo traveller, first-time visitor to Mor…
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The best time of year to visit Japan is between March and May, and September and November. However, one amazing thing about Japan…
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There are many reasons why taking a gap year can be beneficial. It gives people time to think about their future, allows them to s…
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What is the Day of the Day festival?
Day of the Dead, or Día de Los Muertos in Spanish, is not just a national Mexican cel…
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These are some of the most instagrammable places worldwide that showcase Southeast Asia's stunning diversity. From ancient temples…
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If you're looking for your next trip and you're craving somewhere with a perfect mix of culture, chaos, calm and cuisine, let us i…
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So, the big day has finally arrived! You’ve opened that all-important envelope (or clicked on that ominous email), and your exam…
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We LOVE a good party! And what's even better than a Friday night at Popworld? An all-out cultural explosion of colour, music, and…
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Calling all adventurous travelers! If you’re from the United States, Australia, or any other part of the world and are itching f…
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Thailand is one of our favourite places EVER! It's got it all: stunning beaches, rooftop bars, insane views, island-hopping perfec…
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Bali and Thailand are two iconic backpacking spots! They are unmissable, and they HAVE to be on your travel bucket list. BUT what…
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After another impactful year, we’re so excited to share with you all the incredible impact we’ve made together in 2024. At Tru…
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The Philippines is a dream destination (maybe even the "dreamiest"), and Siargao and Bohol are two of its most iconic gems. You mi…
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BEST PLACES TO TRAVEL THIS SUMMER PT.2
July is a fabulous month, filled with sun, blue skies and good times. The only way t…
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We're not pretending to know as much as the legend Greta Thunberg but one thing we do know is that Europe is leading the way in su…
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Ready to explore three of the most vibrant and culturally rich countries in Central America? Our 18-day Mexico, Belize, and Guatem…
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Top UNESCO and Bucket List sights in Sri Lanka!
Sri Lanka, aka the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean,” is a tropical paradise…
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SOLO TRAVEL CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE AND YOUR MINDSET
What's the first thing you heard when you mentioned to your friend or fam…
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So it’s that time of year again! Exam results are finally here and you’re probably being asked every 5 minutes “So what are…
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FIRST TIME HITTING THE SLOPES? HERE'S SOME TIPS TO HELP YOU GET STARTED
Embarking on your first skiing adventure is an exhilaratin…
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50 TRAVEL INSTAGRAM CAPTIONS YOU HAVE TO USE
What's a good Instagram post without a good caption? If you follow our Instagr…
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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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Italy, a country known for its amazing history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture, is also home to plenty of UNESCO World H…
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GIVING BACK... OUR COSTA RICA FUNDRAISERS!
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NIGHT IN A HOSTEL OR A BUSH TUCKER TRIAL?
Sometimes you can stay in some beautiful hostels, with friendly staff and…
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CAREER FEAR? GAP YEAR!
We know how it feels to finish Uni and think, what now? You spend so many late nights in the…
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INDIA IS A MUST VISIT PLACE IN 2024!!!
From crazy hectic cities to calm exotic waters and safari's, there's so much this country h…
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PLACES YOU MUST VISIT ON YOUR NEXT VACATION
Did somebody say SPRING BREAK?! You know the score… Summer is fast approaching, you…
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TOP 10 CULTURE SHOCKS FROM A TRUTRAVELS TOUR GUIDE
Here is a list of ten culture shocks that you will experience when travelling f…
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LOOKING FOR A LAST MINUTE GIFT?
Ahhh Christmas, the most wonderful time of the year! BUT we do know that Christmas present buying…
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TRUTRAVELS CHRITMAS MISSION 2022!
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW AND HOW YOU CAN HELP
Here at Tru, we believe that travel can be used…
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HOW TO PACK FOR YOUR FIRST SOLO ADVENTURE
Heading out on your first solo adventure and not sure what to bring? You’ve com…
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5 BEST PLACES FOR WINTER SUN!
Are you dreading the summer blues, the cold weather and the short, gloomy days already? We got you…
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5 BEST EXPERIENCES IN THAILAND!
Are you finally getting on the hype and visiting one of the best and most popular countries in So…
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PORT BARTON FUNDRAISING PROJECT
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BEST PLACES TO TRAVEL OVER CHRISTMAS AS A SOLO TRAVELLER...
We're not saying we're Scrouges or anything, I mean, we do love…
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5 Reasons You MUST Visit Boracay
The Philippines is a picture-perfect destination with its dramatic limestone cliffs, its c…
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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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So we know that Christmas time is about giving back and that's great falalalala lala la la. BUT with the c-word and the travel res…
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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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Making The Most Of Your 2022 Annual Leave
After the couple of years we've had, 2022 is set to be the biggest year for travel we've…
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What Your Airport Outfit Says About You!
We've all done it, planned it all the night before what we're wearing to the airport. It…
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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…
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GOOD NEWS IS COMING!
Ok, so it’s been a while.. You know we’ve been busy launching new countries, new travel styles and kickin…
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15 REASONS WHY AROUND THE WORLD TRAVEL IS GOOD FOR YOU
Wondering why you should go travelling? Or why it’s good for the mind, b…
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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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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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10 REASONS FITVENTURES ARE THE NEW WAY TO TRAVEL
Ok so when I say we’re onto something, no I really mean this is the epiphany of…
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THE BEST BACKPACKING COMPANY AROUND.. THAT'S A FACT
If you’re new here, you’re probably asking yourself ‘ What is the best…
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CROATIA DREAMING!
Croatia, ey? We’re going to forgive you for conjuring images of dreamy sunsets, sailboats bobbing gently off t…
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BYE 2020, WE'RE ON TO BIGGER & BETTER THINGS!
Bloody hell, What was that year? As we move from 2020 to the brand new year of 2…
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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…
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THE BEST PLACES TO TRAVEL IN MAY
These are the destinations that will make our travel blues slip away and let the good time…
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The coronavirus pandemic has had a devastating effect on the world today. Every day it seems like 2020 is becoming more and more l…
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CAN I TRAVEL TO BORNEO?
We will not be running tours to borneo in 2024, however if you want to fill your boots with wild ad…
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ATTENBOROUGH FOR PRESIDENT OF THE WORLD. WE'RE IN, ARE YOU?
I have just finished watching Life on Planet Earth, David Attenboroug…
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TRUTHOUGHTS- SHOULD I TAKE A GAP YEAR?
PART 2!
With all of the controversy right now around A Level results (and almost everythin…
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SOLO TRAVEL:
18 Reasons To Go Solo On Your Next Trip
Times are changing and so is the world, the concept of social distanc…
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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…
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In case you somehow hadn't noticed we believe having fun whilst giving back is the sweetest of sweet spots when it comes to our to…
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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…
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When legendary member of the TruFam and travel blogger Katie Collins contacted us about writing a guest blog of her time on the Sr…
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TATTOO ROULETTE FOR TRU COMMUNITY FUND
So… our crazy TruFam have come together and literally put their skin on the line to raise…
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Every Christmas at TruTravels we take on what we like to call a ‘Christmas Mission’ to have fun whilst giving back to a variet…
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Now that we have your attention… with all the craziness going on in the world at the moment, we thought we would try to inject s…
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Staying fit while gyms are closed? Yes, it is possible!! Although it can seem difficult trying to work out what to do, there are m…
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WELCOME TO OUR MINI SERIES - TRUSTORIES
ISLA DAROCOTAN, EL NIDO, PHILIPPINES
On our Philippines West tour, we head over fro…
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WELCOME TO OUR MINI SERIES - TRUSTORIES
BALI, INDONESIA
Experiencing a country’s culture is up there as one of the main r…
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A MESSAGE TO OUR TRUFAMILY
Dear TruFamily,
As you are all aware, COVID-19 has had a significant impact on day to day life…
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6 INDIA TRAVEL TIPS
India is one of the most wonderfully diverse countries in the world to visit, thanks to its unique culture, bu…
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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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Have you been working your socks off this summer to earn some pennies to travel? We know that starting to plan your trip can be a…
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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…
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So here you are, your itching to get away but don't know where to start, you're asking yourself: ‘Which tour is the best? ‘Wha…
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It's that time again! Summer has arrived and we are getting ready to throw our annual summer bash, but this year it is going to be…
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At TruTravels, a massive part of our ethos is responsible travel and giving back to the communities that we operate in. With that…
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Koh Phangan, home of the infamous Full Moon Party! But that's not all there is to it!
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LOST IN TRANSLATION - IT SAYS WHAAAT?
A collection of a few of the many amusing grammatical errors & spelling mistakes often s…
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On August 5th, 2018, Lombok, Indonesia was struck by a devastating earthquake that killed 460 people, damaged tens of thousands of…
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So the Tru Summer Session 2018 was once again a success! We had an incredible turn out and we loved meeting every single one of yo…
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Apart from the epic experiences & perfect profile pictures, there is so much more to travel than meets the eye. Here are some…
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The really is no better time to dive into a good book and use our imaginations to take ourselves off to someplace more exotic. Gra…
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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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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…
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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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Whether you're looking for film to watch this weekend or movies for those long journeys while on the road, our list of our top 5 t…
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Quietly tucked in between two of the largest cities in Southeast Asia, Cambodia is a hidden gem bordering Thailand on the east and…
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