Backpacking Advice and Tips for planning your first trip

Welcome to First Time Backpacker, your guide to planning your first backpacking trip.

Ever fancied jacking in the 9 to 5 routine? Dreamed of lazing on tropical beaches instead of slaving away at the day job?

If so you're not alone. But of the people dream of doing this, a comparatively small percentage of people ever follow it through.

This web site aims to reduce that gap and give you, the reader, the inspiration and knowledge to take that leap.

Your health is important, your belongings are valuable and airlines sometimes lose luggage. Need I say more?!
Choosing Backpacker Travel Insurance

Curious about backpacker hostels? Read on to find out what facilities they usually offer...
Guide to Backpacker Hostels

Round the World (RTW) air tickets are a great option for those backpackers wanting to visit many different countries.
Read More: Guide to Round the World Air Tickets

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