Osprey has pretty much defined awesome lightweight travel backpacks for decades. Their Talon series has virtually become the standard kit... Read More
Jeremy Foster has seen it all as a bartender. Here, he steps from behind the bar to advise backpackers on how order a drink like a gentle(wo)man. Read More
Couchsurfing is a phenomenon that has experienced huge growth over the last 10 years. The term comes from the fact... Read More
Backpacking–not just for the young © slgckgc At 95 years old, backpacker Keith Wright isn’t showing signs of slowing down.... Read More
In case you missed our latest announcement, we’ve launched our first ever 11 Days of Christmas-y Traveler Giveaways giveaway! For... Read More
Contrary to popular belief, not all budget travelers are what we might consider “stereotypical backpackersâ€. Veteran budget traveler, Amanda Kendle, explains why. Read More
Italia! The land of pizza napoletana, lasagna, Parmigiano-Reggiano, proscuitto, Nebbiolo, gelato, cannolo, limoncello and some of the world’s best espresso.... Read More
It’s been more than 18 months in the making. After thousands of man hours and nearly a quarter million dollars... Read More
Chris Cook explains why finding the right backpack all depends on the type of trip you're planning. Read More
Christopher Cook discusses the ins and outs of hostel booking and why it's not always as easy as it seems. Read More
I believe it was Ben Franklin who said: Duct tape is proof that God loves us and wants us to... Read More
Nora Dunn discusses the art of living out of a backpack - a commonly discussed and debated topic among travelers. Read More
It stands to reason that the Tidypack was designed by a backpacker. This revolutionary new rucksack, sure to be on... Read More
Finally: the revised and updated edition of the only modern day classic that pays proper homage to the inimitable, essential... Read More