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6 Reasons Travel is good for your CV

August 1, 2016 By Backpackers Mag

Abigail Walker in Hobbiton, New Zealand

6 Reasons why backpacking is good for your CV. A lot of us know the feeling of trawling through page upon page of job adverts, looking for one that doesn’t ask for ten years of experience, four degrees and a gold Olympic medal… But what so many employers don’t understand is that yes, we might […]

Filed Under: Backpacker, Travel Advice Tagged With: Backpackers, Backpacking, Gap Year, Working Holiday

Sani Pass & the highest pub in Africa.

July 18, 2016 By Backpackers Mag

The incredible view on the way up to Sani Pass, Lesotho, Africa.

Backpacking in Lesotho, Sani Pass & the highest pub in Africa. What could be more irresistible than having a cold crisp beer with good friends and a view that is beyond spectacular? Having a chance to explore one of Africa’s most impressive mountain ranges the Ukhahlamba-Drakensberg Mountains which crosses over into the often overlooked kingdom […]

Filed Under: Africa, Backpacker Tagged With: Africa, Backpacking, Hiking, Road Trip, Walks

A Backpackers Guide to Packing

June 28, 2016 By Backpackers Mag

A Backpackers Guide to Packing

A simple guide to packing for backpackers! If you’re one of those travellers for whom the days before a departure are more about anticipation than preparation, chances are you’ve often found yourself stuffing everything but the kitchen sink into your bag with just minutes to go before your plane/train/automobile is due to depart. You’ll know, […]

Filed Under: Backpacker, Gear, Travel Advice Tagged With: Backpacking, Gap Year, Gear

7 advantages of travelling solo in India for Backpackers.

June 26, 2016 By Backpackers Mag

Travelling Solo in India

Travelling solo in India for backpackers. If you are on a journey to self-discovery, then the best thing to do would be to travel alone. Travelling around the world is a joy, it is an endeavour where you learn so many things and delve into the depths of your character. How you behave when you […]

Filed Under: Asia, Backpacker, Solo Female Travel Tagged With: Asia, Backpacking, Backpacking Asia, India, Solo Female Travel

Chiang Mai for Backpackers – Exploring Asia’s favourite city!

June 16, 2016 By Backpackers Mag

Hill tribe sisters, Chiang Mai. Guide for backpackers

Chiang Mai for Backpackers Chiang Mai is turning out to be one of the trendiest cities in South East Asia. Located in the beautiful north eastern part of Thailand, Chiang Mai attracts over five million visitors a year with many choosing to stay long-term. But what is it about the city that has people raving […]

Filed Under: Asia, Backpacker, Thailand Tagged With: Asia, Backpacking, Backpacking Asia, Chiang Mai, South East Asia, Thailand

Freedom camping in Europe with travel photographer Micah Wright – Part 2

May 31, 2016 By Backpackers Mag

Freedom camping and backpacking in Europe

Freedom camping in Europe Day 6: After running through the streets of Bruges until 3 am, and then getting up at 6am to move the car, it was became a short day today as we traveled from Bruges to Amsterdam. We got in early, found a nice spot to set up camp and caught up […]

Filed Under: Backpacker, Europe Tagged With: Backpacking, Campervans, Europe, Freedom Camping

A backpackers guide to trekking in Nepal

May 18, 2016 By Backpackers Mag

Backpacking in Nepal

Nepal is popularly known as an exquisite trekking destination. Trekking in Nepal is not only thrilling, but also economical. As a backpacking destination it delivers a truly unique and rare travel experience, that is surprisingly under priced considering how much personal satisfaction it delivers. Every year, thousands of people from all around the globe set […]

Filed Under: Asia, Backpacker Tagged With: Asia, Backpacking, Hiking, Nepal, Trekking

5 Incredible Must-See Destinations in Southern Africa.

May 11, 2016 By Backpackers Mag

Cape Town Backpacking

Ever since I visited the region of Southern Africa, I cannot stop raving about the trip.  Why? Because of the raw nature, contrasted with the modern cities, the face-to-face encounter with wild animals, once-in-a-lifetime adventures you can find on every corner, delicious cuisine, the diversity of cultures, and some of the best beaches in the […]

Filed Under: Africa, Backpacker Tagged With: Africa, Backpacking, Cape Town, Southern Africa

Learning to COPE – Visiting the COPE Centre in Vientiane, Laos

April 24, 2016 By Backpackers Mag

Cope Centre, Laos

Learning to COPE! The COPE Centre in Vientiane was not on the top of my list of attractions to visit in Laos. In fact, I had never heard of it before arriving in Vientiane. The Laos PDR capital is often just seen as a short visa stop over for many travellers heading towards Thailand, Vietnam […]

Filed Under: Backpacker, South East Asia Tagged With: Asia, Backpacking, Backpacking Asia, Laos, South East Asia

Backpacking in India: The Land of Colours

February 12, 2016 By Backpackers Mag

Backpacking in India

  India, unraveling the mystery… India is more than just a land or a country. It’s a place where the mystery unfolds itself slowly and gradually in its own unique way!  It’s a land which tells you that it will take more than just a few visits to unravel the enigma and charm it’s wrapped […]

Filed Under: Backpacker, India Tagged With: Asia, Backpacking, India

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