Backpacking Southeast Asia: The Ultimate Packing List
Southeast Asia is one of my very favorite places in the world; and Thailand in particular is near and dear to my heart. This is a region rich with culture, food, fun, and a budget that all travelers can enjoy. I spent 5 months backpacking Southeast Asia in 2010...
Should I Pack Jeans When Traveling?
Whether to pack jeans when you travel, particularly on a Round-the-World trip, continues to be a hot topic. Travelers increasingly are packing denim and throwing the old packing rules out the door! In fact, it seems that most travelers agree: jeans are...
Backpacking Checklist: Top 10 Hostel Travel Essentials
Whether you’re a hosteling newbie or a seasoned traveler, here’s a quick backpacking checklist to make sure you’re always prepared for a hostel stay. These hostel essentials are best if you’re going on round-the-world trips, are long...
Best Shoes for Travel: Don’t Buy Another Pair Until You Read This
You have packed, repacked, organized your outfits and collected what you think are the best shoes for travel…to the point of exhaustion. You suddenly realize your four-inch heels may look cute and give your butt a little extra lift, but you can’t walk around in...
