Planning your first (or next) backpacking adventure? Whether you’re new to backpacking or a seasoned traveller, this guide will make sure you’re set to have an epic, stress-free journey. From budget planning to finding those off-the-beaten-path spots on social media, let’s dive into everything you need to know before strapping on that backpack.
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How to Choose the Right Backpack for Long-Term Travel
Travelling long-term is an experience like no other. Whether you’re trekking through the mountains of Nepal, navigating the bustling streets of Bangkok, or inter railing through Europe, one thing is certain: your backpack is your absolute best friend. But with so many options out there, it can be overwhelming choosing the right one. But don’t worry, I’ve got your back—literally! Here’s what you need ask yourself when choosing your backpack.
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Airport hacks you NEED to know
Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or flying for the very first time, navigating the chaos of check-ins, security lines, and boarding calls can feel overwhelming (I’m overwhelmed just thinking about it!). As a former flight attendant, I’ve picked up some hacks over the hundreds of flights I’ve done, that can make your airport experience a lot smoother.
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Full guide to surviving sleeper buses in Asia
We’ve all heard the horror stories from other backpackers and people on social media about the horrific experiences on the notorious South East Asia sleeper buses. From sharing beds with strangers, to being forced to sit in the aisles, they really don’t have a good reputation. After using them myself, I can say a lot of it is true, however there are a few things you can do to make…
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Travel apps you need for travelling
As someone who travels for a living, I rely HEAVILY on apps that will benefit me in anyway possible when I’m away. Whether that be for transport, things to do, places to stay or even how to get there, I’m always looking at way to make life simpler in any way that I can. Here’s a list of some of the apps I use on an almost day-to-day basis.
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Plane essentials for any length of journey
As a flight attendant, I’ve picked up some tricks for surviving a flight, whether that be a one hour commute or a 24 hour travel day. Here are 8 things you should definitely have in your carry-on, some of which you probably hadn’t thought of. I’ve complied this list from my own experiences when travelling full time as well as from the mistakes I see made time and time again…