Tips On How to Backpack & Travel Around the World

Whether you’re a seasoned backpacker, or you haven’t done any backpacking trips before, here are our top tips for backpacking the world.

Leave Room For Flexibility In Your Schedule

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Spend More Time In Fewer Places

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Travel Like The Locals On Public Transport

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Think About Your Overall Travel Plan

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Don’t Neglect Your Budget And Finances

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TIPS ON HOW TO BACKPACK & TRAVEL ROUND THE WORLD

Backpacking is not just for the young, gap year kids and students, it’s something everyone should do at least once in their life, no matter how old you are.

It’s more than a means to travel, it’s a lifestyle. Backpacking allows you to connect with the locals, travel to remote and distant lands, connect with other likeminded travelers, and share in unique experiences you’d never find in your home country.