Budget Traveller
Kash Bhattacharya is an award winning blogger whose travel philosophy couldn't be closer to our mission here at Travelscoop. Kash is all over social media, but we particularly love his long form blog posts over at BudgetTraveller, packed with money saving tips and great photography.
Recent blog posts
Where to eat in Gozo on a budget
23rd November 2023 by Budget Traveller
Just as in Malta, Gozo, Malta’s sister island the locals savour their meals, whether it is breakfast, lunch , dinner or even a humble snack. There is an outstanding range of places to eat and drink on the island and all of them are great value for money. I am proud to share with you my guide on where to eat in Gozo on a budget. I have outlined some of the best cheap eats in Gozo that we discovered with the help of some amazing locals. ...
Discovering Malta, with no smartphone or guidebook
14th November 2023 by Budget Traveller
We stumble down the sulphur-yellow dirt track, no sign of Claire’s secret beach. In the past 15 minutes we have been honoured with just the odd lonesome goat for company and the swallows, dancing above our heads. I take a slurp of my water. It is past midday but already the April sun feels strong on our skin. We reach a dead end. Force of nature implores me to look at my phone for answers. According to Google Maps, the track or beach does not exist. We are in no-mans lands. I look up again,...
Olomouc for art and architecture lovers : How to spend a day
21st September 2023 by Budget Traveller
With its dazzling mix of baroque, art nouveau and modern architecture, UNESCO World Heritage listed ornamental fountains and a booming arts scene, the ‘Little Prague’ of Czech Republic, Olomouc, is one of the more interesting cities to visit in the country. If you are looking to spend a day in Olomouc or even a short break, this itinerary will be perfect if you want to explore the art and architectural highlights of the city or just get an idea of what to do in Olomouc....
Things to do in Chur- Where to go, eat and drink + sleep
6th September 2023 by Budget Traveller
After a busy few weeks of backpacking and interrailing in June, our travel blogger arrived in Chur, the oldest city in Switzerland...
Best things to do in Görlitz: Where to sleep, eat and drink
17th August 2023 by Budget Traveller
Görlitz, a city with a challenging history, a complex present, and an uncertain future, is not typically found on most travel itineraries for Germany. However, this hidden gem has much to offer for those willing to explore its unique charms....
Things to do in Bregenz: Culture, Cake and Constance
19th July 2023 by Budget Traveller
Perched on the eastern shore of Lake Constance, Europe's third-largest freshwater lake, the city of Bregenz is surrounded by three countries - Germany, Switzerland and Austria....
Best Things to Do in Feldkirch - Where to Eat, Play and Rest
13th July 2023 by Budget Traveller
Feldkirch is the westernmost town in Austria, situated on the border of Switzerland and Liechtenstein. It is a quintessential Austrian town, with its picturesque streets and buildings....
Locals' Guide to Amsterdam
12th July 2023 by Budget Traveller
Drawing on my two decades of experience visiting Amsterdam, as well as the assistance of my hostel owners' friends, I have compiled a list of the best places to visit in the city....
Where to eat and drink in Riga on a budget- 14 tips
6th June 2023 by Budget Traveller
Compact, highly pedestrian-friendly and a combination of many eye-catching architectural styles, this city is a product of its past, having been governed by the Germans, Swedes and other nations over the course of several centuries....
7 Reasons to Visit Costa Brava
12th May 2023 by Budget Traveller
It is clear that other realms exist; this is without doubt. As I have previously stated on numerous occasions, these other realms are within our own, they are not in a different place. They are hidden, and we can only access them through our imagination....
My favourite things to do in La Rochelle, the ‘White City’
11th April 2023 by Budget Traveller
Nestled on the southwestern coast of France, is the charming fishing town of La Rochelle. Characterised by a rich maritime history, La Rochelle’s roots are reflected in the way the medieval old town has developed around its old harbour or Vieux Port, the half timbered houses, the lofty 17th century arches covering the passageways. This was my 3rd visit to the city and the place grows on me with every visit. In this post, I’ll share with you some of the best things to do in La Rochelle....
My favourite things to do in Cognac
11th April 2023 by Budget Traveller
Just a 40 minute train ride from Angoulême (Ticket prices from €5, via SNCF-Connect.com ) and 2 hours from Bordeaux, Cognac still remains under the radar for most visitors coming to France. It is a sleepy town by the Charentes river, with narrow winding cobbled streets crammed with Belle Époque architecture and much older buildings dating back to the 16th century, when Dutch settlers sailed up the Charentes river to purchase salt, wood, and wine. In this post, I’ve shared the best things...
