Best travel destinations for group of friends in 2023

The Best Travel Destinations for Groups of Friends in 2023

Grab your friends, book a flight with StudentUniverse and experience the trip of a lifetime...

Whether you are a fresher starting out at university or in your final year desperately trying to write those last pages of your dissertation, booking a trip away with your friends is one sure fire way to take a well-deserved break from your studies. And while solo travel can be exhilarating, travelling with your friends is always full of laughs, adventures and copious stories on your return home.

Here, the travel experts at student and youth travel marketplace, StudentUniverse, share the best places to travel with your friends in 2023. From the exclusive 'Berghain' in Berlin to adrenaline-pumping thrills in New Zealand, there is something to keep all your friends happy. Read on for the team's recommendations for your next group trip...

For the culturally curious traveller – Vietnam

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Popular amongst backpackers, Vietnam is a hidden treasure that really does have it all. From bustling cities filled with ancient culture to stunning highlands and breath-taking beaches, Vietnam is sure to offer something that caters to your friends no matter what they're looking to get out of their trip.

Must-dos include visiting the incredible Hai Van Pass, a cruise down the Mekong River and trying as much banh mi as you can in Hanoi. You will find that your precious pounds go far here, too.

Book flights from London to Hanoi from £673 return with StudentUniverse here.

For the adventurous traveller – New Zealand

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With some of the world's most stunning (and Insta-worthy) scenery, New Zealand is also home to some of the most adrenaline-pumping activities in the southern hemisphere. Think sky-diving over mountains, bungee jumping through canyons and white-water rafting through Middle Earth (well, not quite).

Even better, if you're travelling as a group the Kiwis have made travel easier than ever. With hop on hop off bus passes on the Kiwi Experience you'll be sure to see some of the country's best sights. With the pass allowing travellers to pick and choose their travel times as they like, there's no easier way to see New Zealand and keep everyone in your group happy at the same time.  

Book flights from London to Auckland from £932 with StudentUniverse here.

For the budget-conscious - Berlin, Germany

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Home to some of the best brutalist architecture in Europe, beneath the surface Berlin is a city for partying. For those looking for a trip with your mates on a budget, the German capital is ideal. Bag yourself a cheap flight, book out a hostel room for you and your friends and stuff your carry-on with the essentials.

While the notoriously hard to get into 'Berghain' might not be at the top of everyone's list, Berlin has a sprawling list of top-tier venues that don't require as much persuasion. We'd recommend Watergate, which is set atop a floating deck terrace, and Sisyphos, which is situated in an abandoned dog food factory.

Book flights from London to Berlin from £140 return with StudentUniverse here.

For foodie travel – New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

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The land of the free also happens to be the land of a foodie's dream. Coast to coast, the US is known for some of the biggest and best flavour combinations across the globe. And while New York, L.A and San Fran might be obvious choices, we'd suggest grabbing your pals and treating your tastebuds with a visit to New Orleans.

Home to European-style architecture, incredible food (the infamous Po'boy shrimp sandwich is a must), and some pretty spectacular events including the infamous Mardi Gras, New Orleans is sure to keep even your fussiest-friend happy. Expect beads, feathers, jambalaya and a vibrant night out in the French quarter to be on the menu if you're there for Mardi Gras.

Book flights from London to New Orleans from £428 return with StudentUniverse here.

 

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