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A backpacker is a traveler who typically journeys with minimal belongings, often carrying only a backpack. They prioritize exploration, adventure, and immersion in local cultures over luxury accommodations and amenities. Backpackers are known for their resourcefulness, independence, and openness to new experiences. They frequently opt for budget-friendly transportation, accommodations, and dining options, allowing them to extend their travels for longer periods on limited funds. This adventurous spirit often leads them off the beaten path, seeking authentic experiences and connections with locals. Overall, backpacking embodies a philosophy of simplicity, flexibility, and exploration in travel

Thrifty Globetrotters: Backpacker Memoirs

Thrifty Globetrotters: Backpacker Memoirs – I attended the University of New Mexico on a Navy ROTC scholarship. My family lived in Puerto Rico. Going home for the holidays (Christmas and summer) was an expensive proposition. I learned that if I had orders from my ROTC unit to fly home and back, I could fly free space on military planes.

I took advantage of this every vacation when I was a midshipman. I would get my orders from the unit, put on my uniform, and head to Kirtland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, looking for any aircraft heading in the right direction. If I can go to a military base on the east coast, I can easily go to Puerto Rico.

Thrifty Globetrotters: Backpacker Memoirs

A midshipman is considered an officer even though he is the lowest rank in the Navy. As an officer, I also had the right to stay … Read the rest

How To Deal With Backpacking Emergencies

How To Deal With Backpacking Emergencies – Accidents happen. You can get lost or injured while recreating outdoors. Search and rescue can take hours or days depending on factors such as weather conditions, capacity and resources if you are lost or injured. Being prepared for an emergency improves your ability to respond quickly to a situation. It’s important to practice your plan before you leave so you and anyone joining your adventure know what to do in case of an emergency. Remember, each trip and activity may have unique requirements so you may need to modify your outdoor emergency plan to fit your trip.

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How To Deal With Backpacking Emergencies

Use the trip planning guide to plan a great adventure and avoid some common mistakes that can lead to … Read the rest

How To Travel Off-season As A Backpacker

How To Travel Off-season As A Backpacker – Last weekend, my longest backpacking trip was just a few nights. During these trips I was with my boyfriend and he carried a lot of burdens. Lazy, but true.

So when I signed up to join a group of friends and strangers for a 4-night backpacking trip to Lost Coast of California, filling my package was a whole new animal. It turns out that backpacks are great for the untidy – you have no choice but to slow down and evaluate every little thing you need.

How To Travel Off-season As A Backpacker

This is an honest assessment of what I borrowed / borrowed, what I will take next time I meet Problems and things I will leave at home.

The Best Winter Travel Gear Of 2023

I am not an expert backpacker – these are just beginner tips. Also, this article … Read the rest

The Backpacker’s Digital Nomad Guide

The Backpacker’s Digital Nomad Guide – The term ‘digital nomad’ appeared in a 1997 book by Tsugio Makimoto and David Manners, but it wasn’t widely used when I started my digital nomad journey in 2014. , because at that time there were still very few digital nomads who could share their experiences online.

If you’re one of those people who wants to know more about what being a digital nomad is and doesn’t know where to look, I want to be the person you wish you had met when you first started.

The Backpacker’s Digital Nomad Guide

In this guide, we’ll walk you through an introductory roadmap on how to become a digital nomad, along with important definitions, benefits, and challenges of the digital nomad lifestyle. Let’s jump right in!

Digital Nomad Statistics You Should Know 2024

A digital nomad is a person who earns an income by working online, … Read the rest

Safety Tips For Female Solo Backpackers

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Safety Tips For Female Solo Backpackers

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Top Urban Destinations For Backpackers

Top Urban Destinations For Backpackers – With so many countries, it’s hard to know where to travel next! Well, here are what we believe to be the 20 best backpacking destinations around the world…

It has given us the opportunity to meet truly wonderful people, taste delicious new foods, see unforgettable sites and generally have an amazing time.

Top Urban Destinations For Backpackers

Well, luckily for you, we’ve taken the time to put together our favorite backpacking destinations around the world. 

Top 10 Countries For First Time Backpackers

To date, we’ve visited over five dozen different countries and we’ve narrowed it down to our top 20.

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But seriously, before we took our epic road trip all over Ireland, I had never seen my own … Read the rest

Must-have Gear For Every Backpacker

Must-have Gear For Every Backpacker – With the chaos in the headlines and smartphones taking over seemingly every aspect of our lives, it’s no surprise that hiking is becoming an increasingly simple and common activity where nature lovers can completely unplug and unwind for a few days.

The number one complaint I hear from friends who want to get into backpacking is that the gear requirements create a high barrier to entry even for experienced campers. Weight matters a lot, as do essentials like an ultra-warm sleeping bag and a large trekking backpack.

Must-have Gear For Every Backpacker

I’ve been an avid outdoorsman for seven years and have tested countless pieces of gear in the field. I’ve been to every national park in the US and all seven continents, so I’d like to think I’m pretty darn knowledgeable about what works in a wide variety of climates. To compile this … Read the rest

Surviving The Wilderness: Essential Backpacking Skills

Surviving The Wilderness: Essential Backpacking Skills – As an eagle scout, I have learned many skills necessary for wilderness survival. Whether you’re planning a hiking trip, camping trip, or just want to be prepared for any situation, there are some basic skills and techniques that can help you stay safe and comfortable in the great outdoors. In this article, I will share some tips and strategies that can help you survive in the wilderness.

Before heading out into the wilderness, it’s important to have a basic understanding of survival skills. This includes knowing how to build a shelter, start a fire, find and purify water, and navigate using a compass and map. Practice these skills in a controlled environment before heading out into the wilderness.

Surviving The Wilderness: Essential Backpacking Skills

Having the right gear can make all the difference when out in the wilderness. Make sure you have appropriate … Read the rest

Best Hiking Trails For Backpackers

Best Hiking Trails For Backpackers – What makes for a great backpacking trip? Top-shelf landscapes are certainly mandatory. In my opinion, an element of adventure enhances a walk. While there’s certainly something inspiring about a big walk in the wild, some of the most beautiful hikes in the country can be done in a few days and half of the hikes on this list are less than 50 miles. Another factor that really matters is a wilderness experience: all ten are in national parks or wilderness areas.

I’ve probably thought about this more than any mentally stable person should, having completed many of America’s (and the world’s) most beautiful multi-day hikes during over thirty years (and counting) of wearing a backpack, including my 10 years as a field editor for Backpacker magazine and even longer responsible for this blog. Ultimately, however, the criterion that matters most is simpler and more … Read the rest

Wandering Souls: Backpacking Adventures

Wandering Souls: Backpacking Adventures – I am thrilled to assemble and work with this all-star mentoring team. Each is an expert backpacker and guide – they combine extensive first-hand backcountry experience with a passion for learning, excellent people skills, relationship-able family and work life, engaging story-telling and required medical certifications.

Since the program was founded in 2011, I have led 109 trips and spent 511 days in the field with clients. In the first five years, I guided every single trip (58) and spent 76 days in the field. The program has grown significantly since then, but I guide as often as practically possible while staying married and maintaining overall quality—it’s the most fun and rewarding aspect of my work.

Wandering Souls: Backpacking Adventures

My goal on every trip is to empower clients with outdoor skills and knowledge so they can be self-sufficient, lead a group, and confidently undertake their … Read the rest