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Expert Advice For Travellers On How To Deal With Altitude Sickness.

Posted on December 9, 2019 by Bemused Backpacker — 22 Comments

Altitude Sickness is a condition that can affect any traveller or adventurer at high altitudes. It can not only make you feel ill and ruin your trip for a few days, it can also very easily become a medical emergency…

The Great Himalayan Road Trip.

Posted on December 2, 2019 by Bemused Backpacker — 24 Comments

What started as a simple idea, a road trip through some of the most pristine and undisturbed locations in the Himachal Himalayas, led to an epic adventure that none of us could have prepared for. Heroic landscapes, surprising cultures, laughter,…

Tagged with: Himachal Pradesh, Himalayas, India, road trip, road trip Himalayas, road trip India
Posted in Destinations, Travel Talk

Arcido Faroe Backpack Review.

Posted on November 25, 2019 by Bemused Backpacker — 14 Comments

One bag travel, or carry on only travel, is becoming an increasingly popular way of seeing the world, and the Arcido Faroe backpack is designed to make that experience as sleek, streamlined and as stylish as possible.

Tagged with: Arcido, Arcido Faroe backpack, backpack, backpack review, backpacking, carry on only, one bag travel, review
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Top 10 Dishes On A Food Tour Of Gujurat, India.

Posted on November 18, 2019 by Bemused Backpacker — 31 Comments

Food is an integral part of any travellers experience of India, and with such a variety of tastes and cuisines throughout the states your tastebuds are in for a carnival of flavour no matter where you are, but it is the cuisine of the northern state of Gujurat that is perhaps the most underrated, and most surprising. Check out this list of top Gujurati dishes that will blow your mind and turn your idea of Indian food on its head.

The Statue Of Unity In Gujurat, India, The Uncrowned New World Wonder.

Posted on November 11, 2019 by Bemused Backpacker — 14 Comments

When talking about some of the worlds greatest tourist sites it is easy to launch into hyperbole, everything can be great, or awesome, or amazing. More often than not those superlatives are genuinely earned, but occasionally you come across something special, something so completely unexpected it leaves even writers powerless to describe it. One such site is the Statue of Unity in Gujurat, the uncrowned new World Wonder that every traveller should visit.

Tagged with: Gujurat, Gujurat India, Gujurat Tourism, India, Statue of Unity, things to do in Gujurat, things to see in Gujurat
Posted in Destinations

Top 13 Unmissable Sites And Experiences In Ahmedabad.

Posted on November 4, 2019 by Bemused Backpacker — 10 Comments

Often overlooked by many travellers passing through the well worn backpacker trail in India, Ahmedabad is a powerhouse of a city packed with amazing things for backpackers to see and do. Here is the quintessential top 10 list of what travellers should see and do in Ahmedabad.

The House of MG Review, Ahmedabad, India.

Posted on October 29, 2019 by Bemused Backpacker — 16 Comments

The House of MG is both an Ahmedabad landmark and an iconic heritage boutique hotel that is more than worth upgrading to flashpacker status for a few nights. This full review of the House of MG Hotel in Ahmedabad will convince you their is no better place to stay in the city.

Top Health Tips For Preparing For Your First Navratri Festival In India.

Posted on October 28, 2019 by Bemused Backpacker — 12 Comments

The Hindu festival of Navratri is a nine night long celebration of dance and frivolity. Here are some expert tips to make sure that you can stay fit and healthy during the festival and can enjoy the celebrations to the fullest.

Tagged with: fasting, health during Navratri, healthy navratri, India, Navratri, safe Navratri, travel health
Posted in Travel Health

LifeSaver Liberty Water Bottle Review.

Posted on October 25, 2019 by Bemused Backpacker — 44 Comments

The Lifesaver Liberty Water Bottle is a complete water purifier system that provides the perfect refillable water bottle for every traveller who wants clean water when exploring new cities or hiking into jungles and deserts on epic gap year adventures. Check out this review of the Lifesaver Liberty Water Bottle and see why it should an essential part of any gap year packing list.

Travelling In Gujurat During Navratri.

Posted on October 21, 2019 by Bemused Backpacker — 28 Comments

India is already one of the most colourful and vibrant destinations on the planet and Gujurat is no exception to that rule. Already one of India’s most diverse and culturally rich states, the festival of Navratri turns Gujurat into one long, extravagant, over the top and dizzying celebration, and visiting Gujurat during Navratri will be one of the most lively and sensory overloading experiences you will ever have, even if you don’t get to play the Garba yourself!