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I have explored 58 countries, and the part of every trip I care about most, after the hotel, is what I actually do once I arrive. The sunrise hike. The boat day. The tasting menu you still talk about years later. Finding those experiences used to mean juggling five tabs, three booking sites and a lot of guesswork.
That is why I am excited to introduce Holibob. I am now a member of the platform, and I am sharing my favourite things to do from my travels there, so you can book the exact experiences I recommend in one place.
What is Holibob?
Holibob is a platform for booking things to do, anywhere in the world. Tours, day trips, food experiences, boat days, attractions, classes and more, all in one place.
The company has spent more than a decade connecting travellers with experiences, and it already powers the things to do sections for travel brands across the globe. Today there are more than 470,000 bookable experiences worldwide, and with Holibob.it you can now book them directly.
What I like most is that every experience is run by a vetted local operator. You are booking with people who actually know the place, not a faceless reseller.
How Holibob works
The homepage is refreshingly simple. Instead of endless filters, there is a single box where you can ask for exactly what you want, in your own words. Try something like “Lisbon with kids”, “romantic evening in Venice” or “best sunrise tour in Labuan Bajo”.
Holibob then suggests experiences that match, with clear durations, prices and what is included. If you are not sure where to start, there are quick prompts for family trip ideas, romantic getaways, must see attractions, or a “Surprise me” option that is dangerously fun to click.
When you find something you love, you book it right there in a few taps. Not ready to commit? Tap the heart on any experience to save it to your shortlist and come back to it later.
Why I joined Holibob
Every week I get messages asking the same thing: “What should I actually do when I get there?” My hotel reviews and travel guides answer where to stay. Holibob lets me answer the second half of the question properly.
As a member, I am adding my favourite experiences from the destinations I have filmed and stayed in. So when you read one of my guides and want to do what I did, you can book it in a couple of taps instead of starting your research from scratch.
Three things made it an easy yes for me:
- Trust. Secure checkout through Stripe, and Holibob never stores your card.
- Flexibility. Free cancellation on most experiences, so plans can change without stress.
- Real support. A bookings team you can actually email or call if something goes wrong.
My favourite things to do (now on Holibob)
These are the experiences I recommend to friends again and again. Save this list for your next trip.
1. Padar Island sunrise and Komodo boat day, Indonesia
Watching the sun rise over Padar’s three bays is one of the best travel moments of my life. Pair it with Komodo dragons and Pink Beach for a day you will never forget. Read my full Labuan Bajo itinerary for timings.
Book a Komodo boat tour on Holibob
2. Catamaran cruise around the Bay of Palma, Spain
The best way to see Mallorca’s coastline is from the water. Swim stops, calm coves and Palma Cathedral glowing on the way back. More ideas in my Palma de Mallorca travel guide.
Book a Palma catamaran cruise on Holibob
3. Murano and Burano island trip, Venice, Italy
Glassblowing in Murano, then the brightly painted houses of Burano. It is the perfect half day escape from the busiest parts of the city. See my Venice travel guide for where to stay.
Book a Murano and Burano tour on Holibob
4. Guided Dolomites day trip, South Tyrol, Italy
Alpine lakes, jagged peaks and mountain huts serving the best strudel you will ever eat. A local guide gets you to the viewpoints without the parking stress. I stayed at Lefay Dolomiti and it was the perfect base.
Book a Dolomites day trip on Holibob
5. Waterfalls and rice terraces, Bali, Indonesia
Early morning at the rice terraces before the crowds, then a jungle waterfall swim. Bali at its most magical. Read my Nirjhara Bali review for the dreamiest place to stay nearby.
Book a Bali waterfall tour on Holibob
See all my favourite experiences on Holibob
My tips for booking experiences on Holibob
- Book sunrise and boat trips early. They sell out first, especially in peak season.
- Look for the “Free cancellation” mark so you can lock in plans and stay flexible.
- Be specific when you search. “Adults only food tour in Palma” beats “Palma tours”.
- Switch to your home currency at the top of the page to avoid surprises.
- Check if pickup is included. Hotel pickup saves a lot of time on day trips.
Is Holibob worth using?
If you love travel but hate the hours of research, yes. Holibob puts a huge choice of experiences in one place, makes searching feel like asking a well travelled friend, and gives you the security of free cancellation on most bookings. For me, it is the perfect partner to my hotel reviews: I tell you where to stay, and Holibob helps you fill the days.
Start planning your next trip on Holibob
FAQs
Is Holibob legit?
Yes. Holibob has been connecting travellers with experiences for more than a decade, lists over 470,000 experiences and powers experience bookings for travel brands worldwide. Payments are encrypted and processed by Stripe, and Holibob never stores your card.
Can I cancel a Holibob booking?
Most experiences offer free cancellation. Look for the “Free cancellation” mark on the activity before you book.
Who runs the experiences?
Every experience is run by a vetted local operator or guide.
How do I contact Holibob?
The bookings team is reachable at holibobbookings@holibob.tech or +44 20 805 09518.
Save this post for your next trip, and share it with the friend who always asks you what to do.
