Independent budget travel, typically using a backpack for luggage and staying in shared accommodation such as hostels rather than hotels.
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How to independently visit Saudi Arabia?
I've read that Saudi Arabia doesn't grant tourist visas to independent travelers. I've also read that recently they grant visas to group of travelers, if the tour is organized by a recognized tour ...
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How good is Public Transport In the USA?
I am planning a Round-the-World trip and my first stop will be the USA. I am from England where public transport is quite good and covers everywhere. I have already purchased Greyhound tickets for ...
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Backpacking to East Malaysia, where to start? where to end?
When travelling to East Malaysia (Sabah and Sarawak), what is the recommended starting town? and which town should be the final landing point? I will be flying from KL and going back to KL afterward.
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Ship items back home while traveling?
I am starting a trip around the world today! and my bag looks pretty full already. I am wondering were I will put new clothes/items if I decide to buy some while I am traveling.
Has anyone ever sent ...
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Best way to travel from France to Switzerland, Austria and Germany
I am planning a trip to Europe and plan to go from Paris, France to Interlaken, Switzerland to Vienna, Austria to Munich, Germany. What would be the best way to travel between all these cities?
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How can I protect my vehicle when left at a trail head for an extended period?
Previously when I went backpacking, the vehicle I left behind at the trail head was, erm, not particularly worth stealing. I'm looking at new vehicles now, and somewhere in the back of my mind is "do ...
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Meeting westerners in northern India?
I'm backpacking in northern India in January by myself. How easy will it be to meet other western backpackers and does anyone have any advice on doing so?
I've never been travelling before. I've ...
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Budget for traveling in Eastern Europe?
We are planning to backpack through Eastern Europe for a month on an interrail pass, and I am trying to put together an estimate budget. And I would love to hear some experiences from other travelers ...
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I'm planning a 25 day trip in Feb to Dharamsala [closed]
I'm planning a 25 day trip in Feb to Dharamsala. I need help with food - local cuisine and indian cuisine.
I need suggestions for what all I should see, give me only offbeat & local stuff. Things ...
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Traveling by myself to Delhi, where is a social place to stay? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Meeting westerners in northern India?
I'm travelling for the first time in January. I'm going to India by myself and Delhi is the first stop. Where is a good place to ...
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What's the most comfortable way to travel with 2 backpacks or bags and a DSLR camera?
Do you have a particular technique for travelling with 2 bags:
1 backpack containing most of my stuff
a lighter backpack for visiting, hiking, camera...
The main problem is walking around with the ...
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Friendly backpacker place on Lake Victoria?
After a week of work in Kampala I am considering spending this Christmas on one of the Lake Victoria islands. I have read nice things about Banda Island, and I am considering this place. TripAdvisor ...
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Traveling from cold region to warm region; tips regarding clothing?
I will fly this December from Paris to South-East Asia for a backpack trip. I have to get to the airport at night at probably 4°C and arrive at Phnom Penh, where it will be around 30°C.
But because ...
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Is this a realistic backpacking trip in Europe?
I'm trying to plan a backpacking trip in Europe but I'm not really sure where to start. We'll be flying from the US into most likely London. Our budget is about 2,000 USD (per person) not including ...
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What do you do when you're on-the-road and you cannot shower?
Let's say you're backpacking and you're staying at a super-cheap hostel. Either because you have a lot planned for the day or you're catching long distance bus / train, you've to get up really early ...
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Dealing with smelly travel daypacks?
This came from an idea I saw on another website's thread that wasn't getting much love. When travelling, especially in hot, humid regions, you tend to sweat - especially in the back area where your ...
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Intuitive Trip planning websites where you can “pin” interesting activities, hostels etc based on location?
Just had this idea came in mind, where you can find great pictures, activities and stories etc online, collect them together, and group them based on location(eg. neighbourhood, city or country? I'm ...
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Backpacking in Pärnu in the summer
Are there any (backpacker) hostels in Pärnu, the "summer capital" of Estonia? If not, how about cozy B&Bs or guesthouses... or well, anything other than big hotel / spa complexes?
I'm more ...
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Organised backpacking in China (14-Sep till 8-Oct 2012)
Wandering the net, I have found this site:
http://thedragontrip.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Detailed%20Itinerary%20-%20HK%20to%20HK%2025%20days.pdf
This fits all my needs:
comprehensive
young
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How to protect my gear during a monsoon?
When you are travelling as a backpacker in a monsoon area and in a monsoon month, how do you do to "survive" when a heavy rain catches you in the middle of nowhere?
I've heard about people that puts ...
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How can I check if tour services are reliable?
What steps should I take in order to insure the following service is reliable
The Dragon Trip
and I can safely get to the starting point and find a group to join (not a scam) ?
Does this Sunday ...
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Are the backpacks with ventilation mesh convenient for backpacking?
I did not find any official name for those backpacks, but they are characterized by a curved steel frame and a mesh, that allow good ventilation. Deuter sells them in their "Futura" line. The ...
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Caribbean cruise for the backpacker?
I just read this answer on Caribbean cruises, which points out the importance of choosing a cruise line that fits your "style of travel". The answer, however, didn't give clues as to which lines cater ...
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Backpack in France [closed]
I plan to go to France for a backpack trip during May, I plan to stay there for a week.
To make my journey manageable, I plan to visit only a few cities/ countryside namely:
Paris ( 3 days)
Nantes ...
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Where are the backpacker ghettos in India? [closed]
Many Asian countries have towns or cities with an area we call the 'backpacker ghetto' which caters solely to the Western (and East Asian) traveler or tourist. You have guest houses, internet cafes, ...
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buying travel backpack? [closed]
OK, so here is the thing, I need to buy some traveling packs.
Where should I buy travel back-packs ? (i.e online, travel specialty shops, wholesaler)
Is there any specific make/brand that has ...
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How to budget for backpacking trips [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Long term travel without being wealthy - how is it possible?
I'm mildly ashamed to say I hardly ever budget for my trips. I tend to look at my bank balance, look at ...
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Currency management when backpacking? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
When traveling to a country with a different currency, how should you take your money?
I am going in a trip round Europe this summer (more info)
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Wearing a unique piece of clothing around Europe, good or bad? - Kilt
I have the idea of wearing my kilt whilst travelling around Europe. It will be a lighter fabric than the traditional woolen one as it would be too warm for summer in Europe.
What is a kilt?
hint: ...
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Daintree National Park as a backpacker
I will have 2.5 days to visit Daintree National Park from Cairns (and get back there). What are the possible itineraries to do it as a backpacker (and keep the costs down)? I have seen many tours ...
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Backpacking - travelling with 'smart' clothes
I've heard the tips for keeping your clothes unwrinkled in general - rolling t-shirts, having those cell things for shirts in your bag, etc.
However, while those work pretty well for t-shirts and ...
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Is gold an acceptable means of currency exchange?
To be honest, I am not sure which is a better way to ask the question: Is gold an acceptable means of currency exchange in most travel-able countries? or which countries is gold NOT an acceptable ...
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2 Months in Europe - opinions on budget amount?
I am planning a trip around Europe for around two months in the summer between June and August.
I have a prelminery route planned:
Starting Scotland --> June
France
Monte Carlo
North Italy
Slovenia
...
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Any websites or resources for planning my trip around Europe?
I have been looking around the internet for sites that will help you plan your route around the world. Apart from Google maps or Bing maps who only work from A->B i have been unable to find anything ...
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Backpacker 'social groups' for Hippie trail, Gringo trail etc
It just occurred to me while reading a blog about a backpacker travelling alone in Somalia, that backpackers might benefit from a website or similar where they could find others doing a similar trip ...
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Backpacking in Europe for the first time
I'm thinking of a solo backpacking trip in Europe starting June for 1 to 2 months. I should be flying in from Singapore to Paris and my budget would be about 1500 euros (excluding flight). I will also ...
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How to go about backpacking to Europe for the first time [closed]
I'm trying to plan my first backpack trip to Europe but not sure how to go about planning. My goal to backpacking Europe is to experience the culture and go sight seeing.
What are some tips/advice I ...
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How useful or necessary is a pacsafe for your backpack?
I will be taking a backpacking trip through SE Asia, South Africa and South America for an extended period of time.
I am taking a 36L backpack, and trying to bring as few things as possible. However, ...
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Is Honduras good for backpackers?
Is Honduras a good travel location for backpackers? I want to know where I can find good backpacking hostels in Honduras. What are some common backpacking travel cities or towns? I am a solo male ...
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What clothes should I bring on a backpacking trip
I am planning a 2 month backpacking trip through China.
I would like to
Bring the LEAST clothing possible
Be comfortable in temperatures ranging from 10 C (50 F) to 30 C (86 F).
Be equipped for ...
