Unless you're socially inept, travel ditching doesn't come naturally to most people but it's a valuable skill to have when backpacking and can make your trip infinitely more enjoyable if you learn to ...

There are multiple reasons why you may find yourself hiking at night. For those with busy work schedules, getting to the trails during daylight hours is simply impossible. During the summer months, it ...

On October 20 1964, two friends and myself with about £30 each set off from High Wycombe to hitchhike around Europe. All progressed smoothly, albeit slowly, until we reached Amstetten, near Vienna.

Each summer, Emily Davenport spends days at a time hauling heavy loads through the White Mountains of New Hampshire. She sleeps on the ground. She returns to civilization pocked with bug bites and ...

Rainy days don’t have to dampen your outdoor spirit! Hiking in the rain or backpacking in the rain can be a refreshing and rewarding experience if you’re prepared. Whether you’re hitting backpacking ...

Backpacking has become one of the most fulfilling ways to explore the world. Whether you’re traversing jungles in Southeast Asia, hiking across South America, or wandering through quiet European ...

Leave no trace refers to the practice of packing up all your rubbish and taking it with you when you're out and about – there should be no trace of your visit when you leave a trail or a camping spot.

Explore essential backpacking insights with these three tips that can enhance your outdoor experience, whether you're a ...

GET as much information as possible about your intended destinations. Speak to people who have been to those places, perhaps join a travellers website and post questions. Prepare to travel light and ...