Archive for January, 2008

Jan 30th

Travel Insurance Coverage

To cover medical expenses, financial and other losses incurred while traveling  within one’s own country, or internationally, we get a travel insurance.  It is usually be arranged at the time of booking the  trip to cover exactly the duration of that trip or a continuous insurance can be purchased from  travel insurance companies, travel agents [...]

Jan 25th

The Nuts and Bolts of Backpacking (Part 4 of 4)

Money Carrier
Pick one that you can wear under your jacket or shirt so as to prevent calling attention that you have a money stash and other valuables. It is best to waterproof it so you can take it anywhere you go. More than being concerned at it falling on wet terrain, it’s important that you [...]

Jan 21st

The Nuts and Bolts of Backpacking (Part 3 of 4)

Water Purification Tablets, Mosquito Net, etc…
Before stocking up on this set of paraphernalia, get to know the nature of the place where you’re going. You might end up not using any of these and it’s such a waste of precious space in your backpack.
Plug Adaptors
Bring a couple if you have electrical gadgets with you. However, [...]

Jan 18th

The Nuts and Bolts of Backpacking (Part 2 of 4)

Sleeping Bag
Linen that’s rented, particularly beddings, can be doubtful which is why it is better to bring your own sleeping bag. Many models of sleeping bags are folded and stored in the most compact way and are lightweight as well.
Travel Towels
While face and hand towels are much easier to pack, bath towels are worth the [...]

Jan 17th

A List to Bring

Better safe than sorry, they say. Though easier said than done, it is better to take all precautions when taking a trip, especially if you’re with your loved ones. A way to care is to list the following medical information to bring with you on the trip:
1. Contact person and his/her number [...]

Jan 14th

The Nuts and Bolts of Backpacking

You suddenly gained some sense of adventure and there is no better way to unleash it some more than through backpacking. Backpacking will take you miles and miles and will teach you to be always on your feet. Contrary to popular notion that backpacking is only for guys, ladies do have a shot in exploring [...]

Jan 11th

Waterproof your bag the backpacker way

Not many of us actually invest in waterproof bags as we don’t anticipate the need to be as often. However, if one day you and your friends do decide to go backpacking and you have to pass a wet terrain, here are some tips in packing to keep your stuff dry and crisp.
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