BACKPACKING ESSENTIALS
Whether you’re planning what backpacking essentials you need to take, how to pack them, or when you need them, take a look at our favorite tips on backpacking essentials. And don’t forget to download your free packing checklist!
What to Pack for Joshua Tree National Park: Clothing, Essentials, and Gear
Whether you’re a day-tripper or are planning an overnight camp in the wilderness, find out what you need to take on a trip to Joshua Tree National Park!
9 Best Female Urination Device Options for Adventure Travelers
When hiking or traveling, squatting may be your only option for washroom visits. Readers share the best portable female urination device options!
What to Take on a Hike: Essentials, Gear, and Safety
When you’re packing for a hike on the trail, you don’t want to be halfway there before realizing you’ve forgotten something essential. Use our packing list to help make sure you have all you need. What To Take On A Hiking Trip Written by: Lily An...
3 Solid Reasons Why a Headlamp is the Best Travel Flashlight
While not all travel requires the use of flashlights, there are many destinations that do require them. You may not immediately think to pack a flashlight when you go on a trip but I assure you there are countless times when this is a valuable tool to have....
Fast Drying Towels: 7 Reasons Why You Need One for Travel
Long term travelers aren't the only ones that should pack fast drying towels. A travel towel like this one is an absolute must have in my packing list. Find out why they're great and why you need a travel towel for your next trip! Fast Drying Towel for...
Sleeping Bag Liner: The Top 5 Benefits of Traveling with One
A few readers have made a comment that they’ve never heard of traveling with a sleeping bag liner (or travel sheet) but are happy they found them on these posts on budget travel essentials and must have backpacker gear. If you've never heard of sleeping bag...
These Are the Best Packing Cubes for Carry on Luggage
TFG readers feel that these are the best packing cubes for carry on luggage. Find out how these suitcase organizers were game changers for their travels!
Backpacking Southeast Asia: The Ultimate Packing List
Southeast Asia is one of my very favorite places in the world; and Thailand in particular is near and dear to my heart. This is a region rich with culture, food, fun, and a budget that all travelers can enjoy. I spent 5 months backpacking Southeast Asia in 2010...
The Best Travel Sheets and How to Choose One for Your Trip
Sleeping bag liners and travel sheets are an essential part of getting a good nights sleep during your travels. Because there are so many to choose from, we have rounded up some TFG favorites! Best Travel Sheets Table Of Contents ...
Budget Travel Packing Essentials That Won’t Break the Bank
When planning a frugal-minded trip, you are likely willing to sacrifice conveniences such as hotel rooms for hostels and guesthouses, nice restaurants for local food stalls, and easy flights for overnight bus journeys. This can also mean changing up how you...
Backpacking Checklist: Top 10 Hostel Travel Essentials
Whether you’re a hosteling newbie or a seasoned traveler, here’s a quick backpacking checklist to make sure you’re always prepared for a hostel stay. These hostel essentials are best if you’re going on round-the-world trips, are long term nomads, or budget travelers.
Packing Organizers: These Luggage Accessories Help You Travel Carry-on
So the hard part’s out of the way; after much turmoil, you’ve finally perfected your travel wardrobe and created a chic capsule collection – now it’s time to get packing! Which luggage accessories and packing organizers will work best for you? How to...
Are Hostels Safe? Tips for Women Staying in Hostels
Traveling alone can be incredibly freeing, but you need to keep your wits about you. So are hostels safe? Here are our tips for women staying in hostels!
Osprey Ozone 46 Review (and Video): 8 Things to Know Before You Buy
Read my Osprey Ozone 46 review (or watch the video). Find out the pros and cons and what features you should consider when choosing your own suitcase!
Gap Year Essentials
Whether you’re going on a pre-college adventure, you've finished your studies, or are planning a career break, a gap year is an incredible life experience and an awesome way to see the world. Here are some gap year essentials you should add to your checklist!...
Backpack or Wheeled Luggage for Southeast Asia?
Confused about whether you should take a backpack or wheeled luggage when traveling? Read this post to help you choose the best option for your trip! Backpack or Wheeled Luggage Travel Fashion Help! Reader asks: "I was just wondering if you could...
Ultralight Backpacking Gear Guide: My 10,000 km Walk
Want travel, packing, and life inspiration? Meet Agni who has a goal of walking 10,000km for freedom. Learn about her inspirational story and her ultralight backpacking gear guide for this type of walking trip! Ultralight Backpacking Gear Guide Written...
Daily Travel Essentials: What to Carry in Your Day Bag?
What do you carry in your day bag while traveling? Here are our daily travel essentials in four different scenarios! Daily Travel Essentials Written by: Niki Landry When you go out for the day of exploring in a new destination it’s normally...
Want the best backpacking essentials? Read these top picks: hanging toiletry bag, travel sheets and packing organizers.