Tag: backpacking

  • Expert Tips For Backpacking Through Europe.

    Backpacking through Europe is a dream for many, but is not always as easy as other destinations. Europe is a unique melting pot of culture, architecture, cuisine, history and heritage, but it can also be expensive and with 44 distinct countries each with their own cultures, norms, rules and regulations, it can be confusing too.…

  • It’s Time To Travel Like It’s 1999.

    Backpacking and travelling the world has changed drastically since its heyday in the late nineties and noughties, is it time to get back to basics?

  • What Can You Do To Help Overtourism?

    Overtourism has become a serious problem in recent years, to the point that many authorities are calling for restrictions on tourism to reduce damage and harm to local ecosystems and populations, but it doesn’t have to be like that. Travel itself is not a bad thing and can have a positive impact if it is…

  • The Post Pandemic Gap Year.

    As pandemic restrictions come to an end and there is a light at the end of the tunnel for travellers wanting to see the world. The gap year is coming back! The return of the gap year is both inevitable and will be monumental, but some things will be slightly different, at least in the…

  • Backpacking VS Flashpacking.

    What exactly is Flashpacking and why and how do I do it? Upgrading to more comfortable accommodation, eating out at nicer restaurants and splurging or spoiling yourself from time to time can be done on a backpackers budget, if you are smart with it, but is there anything wrong with flashpacking? Are you a backpacker…

  • 100 Expert Travel Tips After 20 Years Of Travelling The World.

    I have been travelling the world now for 20 years. I have travelled to over 100 countries on all but one continent in every way imaginable, and with all that experience here are my top 100 tips for travelling the world after 20 years of backpacking.

  • Arcido Faroe Backpack Review.

    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. 

  • The Sacrifices Of Long Term Travel.

    You are so lucky to travel so much. That is perhaps one of the most common things people say to me when they hear about what I do, but it isn’t luck. Travelling the world is a conscious choice that involves a lot of sacrifices of things other people take for granted. If you want…

  • Nayo Smart Anti Theft Carry On Backpack Review.

    The Nayo Smart Anti Theft backpack is a great little pack that looks stylish and is perfect for an extra carry on bag or as a daypack when travelling, but it is its anti theft features which really make it indispensable for travellers on their round the world adventure.

  • Should Travellers Boycott Controversial Destinations?

    There are plenty of destinations around the world that have what some consider controversial political or cultural stances on many issues, from women’s or human rights abuses to LGBTQ issues or the actions of oppressive dictatorships to name but a few, but does that mean travellers should boycott a destination? Should your ethical or moral…