Backpackers looking to follow the Kiwi preference for cheap accommodation should first buy
worldwide travel insurance.
According to the New Zealand Herald, 'cheap', 'backpackers', 'budget' and 'last minute' are the most commonly used travel-related search words to be used on Google in New Zealand. The words suggest a preference for low-cost travel that is shared by many international backpackers and travellers, especially given the current economic climate.
Hostels are frequently favoured by backpackers as they offer cheap accommodation and the chance to bump into people who are of a similar mindset and seeking out new experiences. Most hostels offer communal cooking facilities and living rooms, while the cheapest rooms are normally shared dormitories.
Owing to the open nature of backpacker accommodation, travellers should seek
cheap travel insurance before setting off on their trip.
'Flashpackers' are also a growing phenomenon in the travel world, comprising people who choose to travel cheaply but who have larger budgets and so can afford to pay for more extravagant experiences.
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