Backpacking Europe is a rite of passage for modern North Americans. Europe is among the most accessible and entertaining places on earth, and there is almost nowhere you can’t go that is brimming with history. Few areas offer so much in such little space. With a train pass, a couple weeks, and a little extra [...]
So you’re thinking about travelling — the open road, the wind in your hair, the sound of the trains as they pull out of the station… almost makes you want to leave right now. But, in a moment of inspired marital bliss you decided it was high time you had a child, and now you [...]
Backpacking, in my opinion, just isn’t complete without a couple of nights in a tent. However, before you jump up to the outdoor store right now – there are a few pros and cons to consider before you decide that tenting is right for you.
First, in the interest of bad news first, let’s go over [...]
Winter backpacking has become increasingly popular, with the numbers backpacking in this season growing every year. It isn’t something that should be rushed into though as there are a number of differences between summer and winter backpacking, and this page will explain the most important factors to consider.
Winter Backpacking Equipment
Clothing is one of the most [...]
A typical backpacker is normally younger than the average traveller, and in many cases it’s the first time they have been away without their parents. Planning holidays to foreign cities and trying to understand local languages often occupy the majority of preparation time, and unfortunately little time is spend on a backpacking packing list for [...]
There are many people that cannot stand to be indoors. Any chance they get, they take advantage of it by enjoying time outdoors. Laying on a beach is not good enough for someone like this. They would rather be on the move. If you are one of these people, then backpacking is the perfect activity [...]
When going on a backpacking trip, it is important not to overlook the important of remembering all of the essential backpacking supplies. You do not want to wait until the last minute to throw some things into your pack and hurry up and leave. If you do this, you are in serious jeopardy of forgetting [...]
Lightweight Backpacking is all about taking only the necessary items with you, while on the trip, and making use of them to the fullest. The catch, however, is that lightweight backpacking is not easy pickings for everyone. You need to develop the knack of packing light and still being able to carry all that you [...]
Deciding what to pack for a European backpacking trip is one of the most important decisions you’ll make and will help make ensure you have a successful and enjoyable trip. For the majority of your trip you’ll be carrying everything you pack on your back, so you want to ensure all your belongings are as [...]
Whilst backing backpacking around Europe, or anywhere for that matter, you’re bound to get hungry. The problem is food can take up a lot of room in your backpack and also be quite heavy. Some food can also be ruined in your back pack, stretching a tight budget even further. This article discusses the [...]
