Mar 6, 20204 Great Train Holidays for Eco-Conscious LondonersIt can be hard balancing your love for travel with a desire to live more sustainably. Holidays can be full of tricky situations to navigate for the would-be eco-conscious explorer, from saying no to single-use plastics at street food spots to avoiding overburdened hiking trails. However, there is one clear…Eco3 min read
Mar 2, 2020Best Destinations For RunnersWhether you’re a daily jogger or casual running enthusiast, lacing up your running shoes while you’re on vacation is a great way to take in the scenery. Spain, Pamplona If a jog through a city or past a body of water doesn’t get your heart pumping enough, head to Pamplona…Travel2 min read
Feb 27, 20203 places in the world you have to see if you LOVE gamingWe found these little underrated gems around the world for you to put on your gaming bucket list! We hope you feel consoled by just how cool they are… Meltdown Bar, Caledonian Rd, London If you’re looking for a little something closer to home, then look no further than the…Games2 min read
Feb 24, 20203 female adventurers that will inspire you to fully embrace girl powerMeet those extraordinary female explorers, embrace girl power in a new way and start planning your next trip! Become an explorer yourself and celebrate International Women’s Day everyday. Isabella Bird Despite her poor health and the constraints of a repressive system, Isabella managed to travel extensively into her old age…Female2 min read
Jan 16, 2019Top Ten Suggestions to Save Money When Booking a Flight OnlineBooking cheap flights can sometimes be rather challenging; particularly if you are unsure of the ways to save a bit of hard-earned cash. At HolidayPirates, we work with reputable sites such as Kayak to provide you with an all-in-one resource to save money when reserving flights online. Still, this is…Travel8 min read
Jan 8, 2019#TravelTipTuesday: talking affordable AND sustainable travel with Laura Gois from Wander with LauraPirates, you know what day it is….yep, Travel Tip Tuesday is upon us and we’re ready for our weekly dose of inspiration. For those of you who missed out in weeks before (and why is that, by the way?), in this series we have a sit down and a shot…Travel8 min read
Jan 4, 2019Would you stay in an AirBnB surrounded by 77 LIONS?Pirates, you know we enjoy showcasing truly awesome — or should we say roarsome? — locations around the world. But for those with a conscience for the creatures we co-habit the earth with, this stay could be a real source of pride. An ethical organisation in Harrismith, South Africa is…Travel3 min read
Dec 26, 2018How-to visit Iceland on a Pirate’s BudgetWith its spectacular landscapes, abundance of nature and the possibility to see the Northern Lights, Iceland is definitely on the list as one of the most amazing places to visit. We know a trip to Iceland can be costly, so here are our top money saving tips, so you can…Travel5 min read
Dec 23, 2018Would you fly in a windowless plane? To save the environment, you might have toWhether you’re a keen flier or a nervous passenger, there’s little denying that window seat travel can be visually spectacular. Flying over the earth’s natural spectacles like the towering alps, cerulean oceans or majestic jungles can provide the most memorable free entertainment on a plane. But such a novelty could…Airlines4 min read
Nov 28, 2018Debate: should alcohol consumption be limited on planes?For travellers across the UK, enjoying a tipple is an essential ritual for preparing to relax and enjoy a break. In fact, you could argue that a trip to the airport Spoons is as customary as security checks. …Airlines4 min read