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Backpacking Guides

Are you planning a backpacking trip? Here's a list of useful articles to help start your adventure in Latin America. See my Travel Bible for more help.

Bus Travel in Mexico Guide

Backpacking Guides, Mexico, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Welcome to this guide to bus travel in Mexico. Mexico is a vast country with many of its idolized destinations located …

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Mexico City Travel Blog

Backpacking Guides, Mexico, Travel Guides, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 15th, 2021

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Welcome to this Mexico City travel blog! This page is full of tips, tricks, and extremely useful travel advice for anyone …

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Culture Shock: What Are The Stages?

Backpacking Guides, Latin Culture, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

culture shock stages

So, what's culture shock and the inevitable stages of culture shock? When moving abroad or traveling for extended periods …

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Nomatic Backpack Review

Backpacking Guides, Travel Gear Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

nomatic backpack review

Welcome to this Nomatic backpack review! You’re looking for the right backpack for you. Trying the smaller brands may seem …

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Best North Face Backpacks

Backpacking Guides, Travel Gear Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Are you looking out for the best North Face backpack money can buy? This guide looks deeper at a selection of backpacks …

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Safest Countries in Central America

Backpacking Guides, Central America, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Are you looking at the safest countries in Central America? When you have the itch to travel to Central America, it’s …

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Pacsafe Backpack Review

Backpacking Guides, Travel Gear, Travel Safety Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

pacsafe backpack review

Are you on the lookout for a Pacsafe backpack? Maybe you have you been let down by the quality of other anti-theft backpacks …

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Ciudad Perdida Trek: Colombia

Backpacking Guides, Colombia, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Welcome to the infamous Ciudad Perdida trek in Colombia. If Machu Picchu and Chichén Itzá are regarded as off the beaten track …

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Central America Travel Route

Backpacking Guides, Central America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Welcome to my Central America travel route. Are you planning a trip to Central America at any time soon? If so, you’re in the …

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South America on a Budget

Backpacking Guides, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Do you like the idea of traveling to South America on a budget? Me too, that has been one of my main goals right from the …

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Best Places to Visit in Colombia

Backpacking Guides, Colombia, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Are you wondering where all the best places to visit in Colombia are? Knowing where to look for a good time makes a lot of …

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Best Daypack for Travel

Backpacking Guides, Travel Gear Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Looking for the perfect daypack for travel? Traveling without the right daypack can be tough, so where do you start when it …

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Backpacking Central America

Backpacking Guides, Central America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Welcome to this backpacking Central America itinerary. Lush rainforests, picturesque beaches, ancient temples and more, …

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Backpacking Puerto Rico Guide

Backpacking Guides, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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This is a guide all about backpacking Puerto Rico! Welcome to Puerto Rico. Known primarily for great surfing, it's heavy …

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Best Party Hostels in South America

Backpacking Guides, Hostels, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Are you curious where all the best party hostels in South America are? Many backpackers seeking cultural experiences who like …

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Hostels in Riohacha, Colombia

Backpacking Guides, Colombia, Hostels, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Are you looking for the best hostels in Riohacha, Colombia? You're in the right place. This article contains all the best …

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One Week in Colombia Itinerary

Backpacking Guides, Colombia, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Are you thinking of spending just one week in Colombia? Although it's not much time to get to know everything, you have …

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Best Hostels in South America

Backpacking Guides, Hostels, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Are you looking for the best hostels in South America? In this article, we are going to look at the cream of the crop when it …

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Best Places to Visit in South America

Backpacking Guides, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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This article looks at the best places to visit in South America! As one of the largest continents on earth people travel to …

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Best Backpacking Pillow

Backpacking Guides, Travel Gear Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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As a traveler, choosing the best backpacking pillow possible is key. A pillow that is comfortable and reliable which can …

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Ultralight Backpacking Gear List

Backpacking Guides, Travel Gear Last Updated · Jan 12th, 2021

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Packing for a big trip? Then you will know just how much you need. Why not get some help with my ultralight backpacking …

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Best Backpacking Quilts

Backpacking Guides, Travel Gear Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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On the lookout for the best backpacking quilts? Then you need to know what you are looking for. This simple but effective …

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Best Quick Dry Backpacking Towels

Backpacking Guides, Travel Gear Last Updated · Jan 16th, 2021

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Will you be heading off traveling soon? Then make sure you invest in the best quick dry towels for backpacking we have …

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Planning a Trip to Belize

Backpacking Guides, Central America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Heading off to a part of the world as rich and as diverse as Belize? If you're already in Central America then you should …

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Planning a Trip to Costa Rica

Backpacking Guides, Central America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Are you planning a trip to Costa Rica? Well, if you intend on coming to an amazing part of the world like Costa Rica, you’ll …

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Planning a Trip to Argentina

Backpacking Guides, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 16th, 2021

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Are you planning, or thinking about planning a trip to Argentina? Then this guide will help you take out the stress, …

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Best Backpacks for Back Pain

Backpacking Guides, Travel Gear Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Are you searching for the best backpack for back pain? For anyone suffering from back pain, finding the right travel …

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Best Hostels in Mexico City

Backpacking Guides, Hostels, Mexico, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Are you looking for the best hostels in Mexico City? If booking a bed in this cosmopolitan city filled with vibrant street art …

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Colombia’s Coffee Region

Backpacking Guides, Colombia, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Are you interested in visiting Colombia’s coffee region? I know I am, and visiting the integral zones of the Colombia coffee …

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Books About South America

Backpacking Guides, South America, Travel Gear Last Updated · Dec 27th, 2020

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Want to learn more from books about South America? Here I'm going to show you some of the best books about South America that …

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Planning a Trip to Cuba Guide

Backpacking Guides, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Are you deciding on whether to plan a trip to Cuba or not? This guide will give you a helping hand - it's packed with …

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Party Hostels Central America

Backpacking Guides, Central America, Hostels, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Ever wondered where the best party hostels in Central America are? Well, you needn't look further, if you're backpacking …

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Backpacking: Getting Started Today

Backpacking Guides, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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So, what is backpacking really? How I've put it in my previous articles is that it can be a tool to really grow yourself …

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Backpacking Mexico Travel Guide

Backpacking Guides, Mexico, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Are you thinking about backpacking Mexico? If you’re new to Latin America, traveling through Mexico could be one of the best …

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The Right Time to Book Tours?

Backpacking Guides, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Have you considered doing any South America tours? Not tours of a whole continent or country. I’m talking about travel tours, …

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Best Travel Drones for Backpacking

Backpacking Guides, Travel Gear Last Updated · Jan 16th, 2021

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Wondering which is the best drone for backpacking? When it comes to living a high-quality travel experience, one of the …

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Best Power Banks for Backpacking

Backpacking Guides, Travel Gear Last Updated · Jan 9th, 2021

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Which is the best power bank for backpacking? Because, when traveling, the last thing you want is having no …

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Brazil Packing List

Backpacking Guides, Brazil, South America, Travel Gear Last Updated · Jan 14th, 2021

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Are you looking for the ultimate Brazil packing list? Great, you’re in the right place. If you’re planning a trip to Brazil …

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Backpacking Nicaragua Travel Guide

Backpacking Guides, Central America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Backpacking Nicaragua is a once in a lifetime experience. With this Nicaragua travel guide, I’d like you to get to know the …

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Traveling Alone for the First Time

Backpacking Guides, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Today I'm going to show you how to travel alone for the first time. If you want to travel more and looking for a challenge; …

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Unique Travel Gifts for Backpackers

Backpacking Guides, Travel Gear Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Here's a list of unique travel gifts for people who love to travel. Know someone who's going traveling? I find it's usually a …

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Cultural Travel Blog: Latin America

Backpacking Guides, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 6th, 2021

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Do you find your day-to-day existence becoming increasingly dull? If yes... Then, cultural travel might be just what you …

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Backpacking Guatemala Travel Guide

Backpacking Guides, Central America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Are you thinking of backpacking Guatemala? Here, I document the most interesting things to do in Guatemala! As you may or may …

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Best Hostels in Buenos Aires

Backpacking Guides, Hostels, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Are you looking for the best hostels in Buenos Aires? I created this list after spending a few months in the capital of …

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5 Ways to Connect with Locals

Backpacking Guides, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Are you looking for new ways to meet locals while traveling? Firstly, you must ask yourself the following question… Do you …

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Safest Countries in South America

Backpacking Guides, South America, Travel Safety, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 9th, 2021

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Are you looking for the safest countries in South America? It’s said that Colombia and Venezuela are the most dangerous …

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Solo Travel South America Expert Guide

Backpacking Guides, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Before doing South America as a solo traveler, I was just a dreamer. I never thought I’d be writing about my experiences …

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South America Backpacking Itinerary

Backpacking Guides, South America, Travel Tips Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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I’d like to introduce my epic South America backpacking itinerary. With so many South American travel options – which will …

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Backpacking Colombia: Travel Guide

Backpacking Guides, Colombia, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 4th, 2021

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Are you thinking about backpacking in Colombia? Did you know Colombia is rapidly becoming a hotspot for new …

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Best Places to Visit in Brazil

Backpacking Guides, Brazil, South America, Travel Guides Last Updated · Jan 12th, 2021

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In this guide, you'll find some of the best places to visit in Brazil. After traveling extensively around Latin America, …

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