Top 5 beer antics to try overseas

  There’s nothing more refreshing than celebrating the end of a long day travelling than with a nice, cold beer. But sometimes slamming down a brewski just isn’t enough. Some days you want to crack open a coldie and tip it straight over your head. And thanks to the oddball antics certain beer lovers get up to overseas, that’s now perfectly acceptable. So without further … Continue reading


13 Las Vegas Shows to see in 2013

Sin City bound soon? Then you’ve got to see one of these shows. With everything from aging divas to break-out circus performers, Las Vegas is a city that knows how to put on a show. They’re big, their bright and they’re happening almost every night. Think of a Las Vegas show though and Celine Dion singing ‘My Heart Will Go On’ to a packed out … Continue reading


A student’s guide to rail travel in Europe

Europe really is a mind-trip sometimes. The whole concept of being able to catch a train to multiple countries and even under the ocean never ceases to amaze me, or put my morning commute to shame. But while the idea of simply catching a train from Paris to London seams easy enough, there are a few things to consider (they never make it easy to … Continue reading


The do’s and don’ts of tipping in the USA

  Tipping is quite a complicated business in the USA. With percentages for some people and dollars for others, the whole thing can get quite confusing for a foreigner (and requires way more brain power than I’d prefer to give on holidays). So, with questions marks above our heads and calculators in hand, we set out to find the do’s and don’ts of tipping in … Continue reading


Be inspired by Insta-travels

Instagram is more than just a repository for shameless selfies (to be fair, it’s not your fault you were born so devilishly photogenic). It’s also an easy way to document your travel experiences and allows us to live vicariously through the images of others on their overseas exploits. Your Insta-feed is even available on the World Wide Web now, so all your hipster friends who … Continue reading


Top 5 water slides from around the world

  As far as we’re concerned, there’s nothing better than the thrill of water slide, offering a chance to give your sensible adult side the day off and let you inner-kid out for a day of squeals and laughter. The following slides are the ultimate places to do just that – don’t forget to hold your nose when you hit the water!   Insano, BeachPark, Brazil My … Continue reading


SF insider: How to get the best seat on a plane

This week at Student Flights we sat down with our resident flight expert to get the insider-scoop on the best seats to choose on a plane. Having been flying on the regular since 1999, from day trips to New Zealand to jet setting all around the United States, we estimate our resident frequent flyer has taken his seat on over 1000 flights, making him the … Continue reading


Latin America: 10 facty things

Those crazy cats at Geckos are at it again, this time entertaining and inspiring us with 10 facty things about Latin America. If you’re considering a trip to this great adventurous land, you should check out Gecko’s tours of the region and read on for some facts – they may come in handy.   Latin America is full of so much incredible that it’s actually quite hard to fathom. … Continue reading


5 ways to cure a hangover while travelling

Who amongst us hasn’t suffered from a hangover when travelling? One that begins with you lying face down in your hotel bed and ends with you giving Homer Simpson a run for his money at that all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast. Oh and vowing NEVER TO DO IT AGAIN – although we all know that’s not going to happen. So with international hangovers inevitable, here we run … Continue reading


All you need to know about Queen’s Day

Thinking of heading to Amsterdam at the end of the month? Well you’re in luck because April 30th is the day to be in the canal city with Amsterdam celebrating Queen’s Day. A national public holiday, Queen’s Day (also known as Koninginnedag) marks the birthday of the country’s Queen with street parties, live music and lots and lots of beer. To get you in the … Continue reading