Online Information for Backpackers about TORQUAY!

With nine beaches to choose from, some great hostels, a plethora of funky cafés and oodles of entertainment, Torquay has the feel of a cosmopolitan playground. Nicknamed the ‘Queen of the Riviera’, Torquay enjoys a mild climate. In fact, it receives amongst the most hours of sunlight per day in the whole of the United Kingdom. Soak up those rays!

Peak season is a great time to visit. If you’re looking to pay your way - there is an abundance of hospitality jobs offering a fair wage.

If you fancy getting wet, sailing, wind-surfing, surfing, kayaking, speed boating and jet-skiing are all on offer as well as regular deep sea fishing trips. If you would rather stay dry, there are plenty of shops and cafés to keep you amused, along with a whole host of celebrated cultural heritage.

The night life continues in the cosmopolitan style with an impressive choice of bars, clubs and music venues.

by Luke Bell

RIVIERA LIVE

Riviera Live is hoping to provide a ‘soundtrack to the summer’. The harbour areas will host live music events every weekend June-September. There’s enough diversity to make your head spin, from classical masterpieces to blues and jazz.

The harbour front is buzzing with outdoor seating, pubs and bars, cafés and restaurants, and all manner of boats rocking away on the water out front! You can pick up a copy of the constantly updated line-up at the local Tourist Information Centre.

Joss Stone is heralded from this very city as well as the band Ash. There is plenty of new up and coming talent to be enjoyed so get your first look at the musical stars of the future.

If you prefer a night on the dance floor to the rhythm of a DJ then there are plenty of nightclubs on offer with two brand new venues recently unveiled.

by Luke Bell

CAFE CULTURE

There’s nothing nicer than watching the world go by with a good cup of fine coffee and a slice of home-made cake. Well, in Torquay you can do that everyday and twice on Sundays, enjoying a different venue each time!

One World Caf is the perfect place to sip down your choice of indulgence. With great food on offer and the Indonesian wood furniture, this place has a unique ethnic feel that whisks you away to a faraway land.

If you fancy turning your latte into an evening of entertainment then The Blue Walnut is the place to go. Mouth-watering cuisine accompanies the regular live music, a mini cinema and an art-gallery, all rolled into one.

by Luke Bell