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Hi there!

We’re Emma and Úna, a couple from Ireland. Back in August 2022, we both left our full-time jobs in Dublin to pursue a few months of travel. Soon we figured out we could make our money stretch a lot further than we initially thought.

We created Backpackhers to share our own knowledge and experiences of travel. Get started on planning our adventure today!

What our past guests say

"The connections and friendships I made during the week were an unexpected bonus, so many laughs were had and many beautiful memories were created. An unforgettable experience!"

Aisling Cullen

Camino de Santiago Trip

"The attention to detail, and making everyone feel included was like nothing I've seen before. I've truly come away with friends for life, and with people I would never have crossed paths with."

Emily O'Gorman

Camino de Santiago Trip

"Emma and Úna were incredibly supportive throughout the journey, and every detail was planned to perfection. They were always ready to answer any questions, which made me feel fully comfortable, even as someone who had never done anything like this before."

Ciara Lynch

Camino de Santiago Trip

"I would recommend this trip to anyone who would like to try something different, would like do something new or is interested in future solo travel but isn't quite there yet!"

Ursula McGinn

Camino de Santiago Trip

Travel Bites

Best coworking Cafés in València, Spain - Updated summer 2024

I’ve been working as a digital nomad in València for over nine months now and I have tried and tested all of the coworking cafés in the city. This is my ultimate list of which cafés...

Views of a field on the Portuguese Route of the Camino

Camino de Santiago Packing List 2024

Here is a tried and tested packing list for walking the Camino de Santiago in Summer 2024 We’ve walked the Camino de Santiago French Route and Portuguese Route in hot weather...

How to Spend 72 Hours in Lisbon

My Guide to Spending 3 Days in Lisbon If you’re looking for a foodie’s guide to 72 hours or three days in Lisbon, then you’ve just found the golden ticket! I’ve...

Incredible view of the sunset from Panagsama beach

Is Moalboal worth visiting? Our complete guide to travelling Moalboal, The Philippines.

Although not as popular among tourists as El Nido or Coron, Moalboal is absolutely worth visiting. Read our complete guide to travelling Moalboal to find out why. Skip to here...

A view of El Nido, The Philippines from the highest peak.

Backpacking The Philippines for 2 weeks on a Budget: Your Ultimate Guide

Travelling the Philippines for 2 weeks to a month on a backpacker budget This is your ultimate guide on how to backpack the Philippines for 2 weeks to a month, while on a budget....

Sunset from Sairee Beach on Koh Tao is a must-see

Koh Tao: Is It Worth Visiting?

We think Koh Tao is the best Thai island for backpackers, here’s why: Where is Koh Tao in Thailand? Koh Tao is one of the three islands located off the east coast in the Gulf...

The Top Five Things to Do in Sri Lanka

This is our best advice on the must-do activities in sri lanka This is our advice on the best things to do, and places to see in Sri Lanka. For more info on how to travel Sri Lanka,...

Things to do in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka: Our Ultimate Guide

Our honest advice on where to eat, Things to do and how to get there Are you planning a visit to Trincomalee, Sri Lanka? This coastal city offers a wealth of experiences and things...

Explore Seville: Top Things to Do (From a Local's Perspective)

What to do in Seville, Spain – Recommendations on what to do in Seville from a local. We were fortunate to call Seville home for several months last year, and it was during...

Interested in travel but don't know where to start?

We understand that not everyone is comfortable just booking a flight, packing a bag and jetting off. Also, it can be much more fun when there’s others to share the memories with.

This is why we are planning to run community trips starting in Spring/Summer 2024. Our first trip is the famous Camino de Santiago in Spain. We’ve got everything you need to know about this trip if you click below.

we'd love to hear from you

Have an idea for a blog post for us? Want to report a correction or add a tip? Looking for advice on starting to travel as solo traveller, a female traveller or as a couple? Follow the link to reach us with your questions and queries.