I did not grow up in an outdoorsy family. We spent the occasional summer road-tripping through Colorado, sure, but I was just as likely to spend an entire school break playing Super Nintendo in my ...

Whether you’re preparing for your first backpacking trip or packing the night before your once-in-a-lifetime, it’s important to remember the essentials with a backpacking checklist. I’ve been ...

If you're dreaming of an unforgettable adventure through Costa Rica but want to keep your budget in check, you’re in the right place! In this ultimate backpacking guide, we’ll take you step by step ...

One of my favorite parts of a backpacking trip is the food: It just hits different after a full day of hiking. As a previous backpacking guide who cooked for up to ten guests at a time, I love making ...

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When you're heading out for a camping or backpacking trip, packing smart is important. Being outdoors can be an incredible experience, but it ...

Backpacking through India is not just a trip — it’s a slightly chaotic, wildly colorful, occasionally confusing crash course in everything from spirituality to spice tolerance. This guide isn’t for ...