Backpacking

What not to miss on a visit to Jordan

Jordan is a fascinating country to visit. It is the perfect introduction to the Middle East. It is small, relatively easy to get around in and has one of the most amazing archaeological wonders in...

Backpacking Costa Rica – A Low-Cost Travel Guide

Costa Rica is one of the most amazing countries I’ve ever been to and a must-see for all nature lovers. Located in Central America, it only covers 0.03% of the earth, but inhabits about 5% of...

Packing 101: How to Pack for a Lengthy Trip

We all know that packing for a trip is one of the most stressful parts of leaving - you think about what you'll need for weeks, how you're going to get it to your destination and you'll stress about...

Globetrotting; 3 International Packing Tips from A Bag Lady

A weekend getaway, an afternoon picnic, even a 2-week vacation, the often overpowering urge to overpack for some is a genuine struggle. Women and men alike daydream about that perfect outfit (with...

A Few Not-So-Solo Travel Tips from A Female Solo Traveler

Traveling solo shouldn’t have to translate to being alone, especially in the information age. These days it seems as if anywhere and anyone is accessible with a few clicks of a keyboard. Leaning...