We're sure you've heard of this tropical island's most famous attraction, the Full Moon Party. A stop on all South East Asia backpacking circuits, this mother of all parties can draw over 30,000 people in peak season. Most stay for just few days, not venturing far from Haad Rin. Stay a little longer and you’ll find the type of island you’ve seen in the movies. Covered in waterfall infested jungles, and surrounded by dozens of pristine beaches, you’ll have the opportunity to experience real #islandlife. Apart from the obvious attraction of the full moon party, Koh Phangan and its neighboring islands have plenty to keep you busy. You’ll find yoga studios where you can practice your downward dog, and treks through the jungle to refreshing waterfalls and panoramic vistas. If you’re feeling more adventurous, you can head over to Koh Tao, known as one of the cheapest places in the world to become a PADI certified scuba diver.

Chiang Mai is a perfect mix of traditional thai culture, modern amenities, mouth watering food and drink, inspiring creative scene, great nightlife and beautiful nature in the surrounding area. Spend your days working away in cafes sipping on delicious cappucinos. Spend your weekends scootering up through the mountains to Pai, walking with elephants, white water rafting, temple hopping or any of the other many activities in the area. Spend the evenings wandering through night markets that sell what is indisputably the best street food on the planet. And spend your nights dancing the night away in one of the bars hosting live music, which seems to be all of them!

Bali is a land that seems to have a magnet at its very heart. It is a feeling that is difficult to understand unless experienced, but once visited you will surely be compelled to come back and you may even want to stay forever, such is its pull. Maybe it’s Bali’s beauty, maybe the friendly people, or maybe even the influence from spirits that certainly abide on this “Island of the Gods”. We’ll be spending 4 glorious weeks in the haven of hipsters, wave hunters, and health nuts, Canggu.

Bali is a land that seems to have a magnet at its very heart. It is a feeling that is difficult to understand unless experienced, but once visited you will surely be compelled to come back and you may even want to stay forever, such is its pull. Maybe it’s Bali’s beauty, maybe the friendly people, or maybe even the influence from spirits that certainly abide on this “Island of the Gods”. We’ll be spending four glorious weeks in the haven of hipsters, wave hunters, and health nuts, Canggu.

Chiang Mai is a perfect mix of traditional thai culture, modern amenities, mouth watering food and drink, inspiring creative scene, great nightlife and beautiful nature in the surrounding area. Spend your days working away in cafes sipping on delicious cappucinos. Spend your weekends scootering up through the mountains to Pai, walking with elephants, white water rafting, temple hopping or any of the other many activities in the area. Spend the evenings wandering through night markets that sell what is indisputably the best street food on the planet. And spend your nights dancing the night away in one of the bars hosting live music, which seems to be all of them!

Where better to spend the final month than relaxing on the tranquil island of Koh Lanta. For many years this tropical paradise has remained known and visited by only the most languid travellers. Although gaining in popularity, it still remains the stereotypical hippie haven where life rolls along at a snail’s pace. Expect most evenings to be spent watching the sunset on Long Beach, most mornings practicing your downward dog and time in-between scuba diving, hiking, and generally gallivanting around this monument to a less commercialised Southern Thailand.

The Canary Islands, a Spanish archipelago of volcanic islands 130 miles off the west coast of Africa, are the southern most point of Europe. As such, they have beautiful weather year round, but much more to offer than spring temperatures year round. Witness El Teide, an active volcano which is the highest point in Spain. Scuba dive in Europe’s clearest waters. And explore the dozens of beaches pristine beaches. It’s a land full of fiery mountains and golden sands. One which caters for outdoorsy types of all varieties. A playground for the cyclists, hikers, rock climbers and surfers among us. And we haven’t even started on the food! We’ll be living on the 2nd largest island, Gran Canaria

Lisbon is the vibrant epicentre of Portugal, full of colour, culture and charisma. Turn any corner and you’ll discover more and more about the coastal town. Known as the ‘City of Seven Hills’, get your walking shoes ready for a hilly but picturesque wander through the city. A popular weekend destination for many Europeans wanting to soak up its year-long sunshine and for a growing number of digital nomads gravitating towards its thriving entrepreneurial and creative scene, you’ll never be bored in Lisbon.

There are many cities in Eastern Europe which fulfill the criteria that most travellers are looking for. Most notably, Prague, Belgrade, Dubrovnik, Ljubljana, and Krakow. They all have a colourful history, medieval and magnificent architecture, a unique culture, and insanely cheap beer! When considering all of these together, Budapest just about tops the list and is well recognised as the most livable of the lot. It’s a city that really has it all, and maybe more importantly, is a short and cheap hop away from all the other aforementioned cities. Whether you’re ticking off your cultural hotspot bucket list or trying to get a little off the grid, there’s plenty to do and see in Budapest.

Bali is a land that seems to have a magnet at its very heart. It is a feeling that's difficult to understand unless experienced, but once visited you will surely be compelled to come back and you may even want to stay forever, such is its pull. Maybe it's Bali's beauty, maybe the friendly locals, or maybe even the influence from spirits that certainly abide on this "Island of the Gods". We've spent a lot of time here both on our own trips and on previous Programs. We couldn't think of many better places to spend 6 weeks than Canggu, the haven of hipsters, wave hunters, and health nuts.