Money Matters: How much does it cost to backpack in Sudan?...
Did you know Sudan has more pyramids than Egypt? No? I didn't know either. However, during my latest trip I discovered Sudan has many incredible...
Money Matters: How much does it cost to backpack Georgia?
From snow-capped peaks towering high above ancient watch towers to vineyards, canyons and vibrant cities. Georgia, at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, has...
How much does it cost to backpack Ethiopia?
What budget do you need for your Ethiopia trip? During my recent Ethiopia backpacking trip, I kept track of all expenses. Compared to Egypt and...
Is this the best backpacker tent? Review: Nordisk Telemark 1 LW
The search for the best backpacker tent
The last few years, I traveled with a tent. A tent offers you the certainty of a place...
9 reasons why scuba diving is fun and how it enriched...
You should never have too many regrets in life, but I truly wish I had discovered scuba diving sooner. I traveled past so many dive...
Is this the best lightweight sleeping bag for backpacking? Review: Nomad...
The search for the best lightweight sleeping bag for backpacking and hiking
Have you ever been cold while camping in the mountains? I have! I...
3 ways backpacking makes you a more responsible traveler
Responsible travel is booming. You read about responsible travel (a.k.a. sustainable travel or ethical travel) in the newspaper or on blogs, and travel organizations...
Responsible travel gear: Fjällräven
In recent years, my travels became more adventurous, more off-the-beaten-track and more focused on outdoor activities. For example, in these last two years, I...
Is this the best mountaineering backpack? Review Osprey Mutant 52 liters
This time I wasn't looking for a classic backpack, but I was on the hunt for a great mountaineering backpack to use on my...