Shocking – that’s the only way to describe this viral GoPro of Canadian Alex Hennessy being robbed at gun-point in Buenos Aires . It got me thinking about travel safety tips in general, and what I’d tell anyone about to set off on their first backpacking trip. First off: the world is not a dangerous, unkind place, and the benefits of going somewhere new far outweigh the risks….
Tag: Backpacking
Stories that will make you want to travel from a backpacking expert
Are you interested in reading some backpacking stories and backpacking experiences ? Read on ! Macca Sherifi is an author, blogger and photographer who has worked in the travel industry for the past four years. He has travelled to over 50 countries, volunteered in Bangladesh and worked in both China and Australia. Recently, he published Your Round the World Trip Planner: How to plan a trip of a lifetime Aimed at…
Why you shouldn’t judge antisocial backpackers
Stephanie is an Irish freelance travel writer and photographer who has been travelling very slowly around the world since January 2012. Stephanie’s favourite countries include India, Nepal, Morocco, Mexico, Colombia, and now Chile, where she is currently living for the next few months. Check out her blog DiscoveringIce to follow more of her adventures. You’ve just broken free…
Where to stay in Japan on a backpacker budget
We’ve shown you how to save money in Japan, now Becki Enright of Borders of Adventure reveals the best places stay when you’re on a budget. Follow @bordersofadventure and catch her on Facebook for more awesome travel advice. Travelling in Japan is an unforgettable experience and my month there counts as one of my best on the road to date. From…
The Khao San Road – the backpacker capital of the universe
I love Bangkok. I love it for many reasons. It has an energy that many cities in the world can only dream of. It’s got some of the friendliest people you will find anywhere in the world. It’s great for shopping too. Plus, it’s also got the only street in the world that is frequented…
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