Blog
Read stories from recent guests, discover our local insights in and get up to date with all the happenings at Prime.
Saying Goodbye to Bournemouth!
It’s crazy to think that all the way back in 2016 we first opened our doors to Prime Backpackers Bournemouth. Creating yet another space for travellers to relax and meet likeminded people; be adventurous, and enjoy all that this beautiful location had to offer. However it is with a heavy heart we say goodbye to Bournemouth.
Hold on to Summer!
London’s arts are back!
Art and culture really make London well London, and during our lockdown something we have missed is the buzz of the West End, the distant murmur of music and just simply that freedom to be immersed in art and culture once again.
Meet The Backpacking Frankenstein!
Prime Backpackers Bournemouth isn’t shy when it comes too big, colourful artwork painted on our walls. From mermaid murals to beach huts and sea shells, meet our newest addition, the backpacking Frankenstein.
Top 4 Places to Watch Wimbledon!
After one-year off, The Championships are set to return this Monday, June 28, and we for one can’t wait! Summer just wasn’t quite the same without a glass of pimm’s and Wimbledon on our screens.
Something you just can’t quite beat, is being in the city during this exciting time. Here are some amazing spots around London to watch Wimbledon this season.
We’re a 10 on Hostelworld!
Value, location, atmosphere (and the rest), we’ve been rated by our guests the perfect 10!
Supporting Local
It’s never been more important to support our local community, during what has been a very challenging time for so many small businesses. Why not incorporating into your daily routine a dose of fresh air, whilst grabbing a take away or dining in, it’s simply the perfect excuse for a walk along the beach or city canal.
Top 4 Beach Activities in Bournemouth
Bournemouth simply comes into it’s own during this beautiful season, and the beach is everyones number one spot. But there is more to do than simply having late evening BBQ’s and lazy days sunbathing…here are our top 4 beach activities in Bournemouth.
Top 5 Outside Bars in Islington
I’m sure we speak for the majority who simply can’t wait to get outside, and enjoy basking in the sunshine! Not to forgot whilst having a drink in hand. These are our top 5 outside bars in Islington to help get you on your way. All are walking distance from Prime Backpackers Angel.
Visit Bournemouth this Spring
Golden sand beaches, surfing, Jurassic coastline and cocktails by the ocean…and no we aren’t describing a place aboard. Bournemouth is simply the best coastal destination to make the most of the warmer weather in the UK! And here’s why;
Why you should book your staycation in London
There could not be a better time to explore our capital city, than this spring and summer. What with a massive drop in international tourism, means next to empty city exploring. Never again will you get to experience London quite like this!
2020 Best Host Worldpackers award
We are over the moon to have won the Worldpackers award!
From our many amazing reviews from our volunteers in 2020, we have won the award as best host at Prime Backpackers Angel, out of almost 8,000 hosts around the world. We are also the only winning hosts in the UK and are so excited and proud!
A new year, a new start.
Us adventurers have had to put our exploring on hold, but it’s still the start of a brand new year. Let’s turn the page and start a fresh, as we ready ourselves for the months ahead.
Reflecting on 2020
For so many of us hostel lovers, the meaning of freedom was something we very much took for granted. The freedom to travel, and to explore whenever and wherever. But 2020 took us down a very different path.
Christmas 2020 at Prime Backpackers
Christmas for us all has been different this year, but at Prime Backpackers we were still determined to make it a special day. Take a read of what we got up this Christmas, in the city and by the beach.
Our new website!
Welcome to our new website !
During some down time, we thought it would be great to create a new website which really reflects Prime Backpackers today.
Top 3 Things To Do Along Regents Canal
One of the best things about our amazing location, is being walking distance to the beautiful Regent’s Canal. A 8.6 mile long waterway carving across North London, offering a beautiful path along from Paddington to Limehouse Basin. Historical too, dating all the way back to 1820.
The Best Green Spaces in London
As we settle into a new normal, one big (and positive) change, is getting everyone outdoors. But in an area which is majority a concrete jungle, it can be hard to know the best green spaces. So we’ve done the job for you.
Closed For Now…
Following the latest Government update, we are sadly closed for now but not forever! But we can’t wait to open our doors again and welcome new guests from Wednesday 2nd December!
Arts by The Sea Festival 2020
2020 has been one of the hardest years to say the least. But we simply have to adapt and work around these uncertain times. Here in Bournemouth we are delighted to share that ‘Arts by the Sea festival 2020’ will go ahead in a revised, Covid 19-secure format.