Backpackjunkies

Everyone on a trip has had to deal with it: scammers and scams. You especially have to be careful in some countries. During our travels, we sometimes suffered from it. But I notice that when we are together, we get bothered less than walking down the str… instagr.am/p/CsZGc1UoYCE/

Thailand is one of the more popular places to visit in Asia and we understand why. This country has so much to offer, from beautiful temples to incredible food and the friendliest people. If you are thinking of visiting Thailand, use this 3-week itinerar… instagr.am/p/CsTH94ft5hf/

Thailand is the land of the smile. And what makes us smile is a good road trip through a country that is beautiful, friendly, and more. In the north of Thailand is a town called Chiang Mai. From here you can start a road trip that loops back to Chiang Ma… instagr.am/p/Crd3s0rNr_z/

If you’re planning an around-the-world trip it’s sometimes hard to decide what to pack. You’re going to different countries with different climates and your backpack has limited space. That’s why you need to make choices. We’re here to help with our Trav… instagr.am/p/CraIEAdNUu4/

There aren’t a lot of cities that occupy the largest part of the country or have the same name as the country it’s in. Singapore is one of those cities and it’s a clean and modern haven in Asia. Perfect for a quick visa run if you want to extend your sta… instagr.am/p/CrVthVsICa7/

If you are doing the Mae Hong Son loop, you might discover that the city of Mae Hong Son is in the middle of the loop. A small town that isn’t really special during the day. In the evening you will find a very nice night market with the best food you wi… instagr.am/p/CrTq0qSNAX3/

While most people go to Indonesia and visit Jakarta, Yogyakarta is just as fun and interesting. With a population of 373,589 people (2020), it has one of the highest Human Development Indexes in Indonesia. Besides that the city is pretty busy, it is rea… instagr.am/p/CrQhDmsNasB/

Before we left for our first world trip we had no idea what to expect, especially about food. It seems to be really important you eat daily. We had no practice or experience in finding and tasting food in foreign countries. Sure, we have Chinese and Thai… instagr.am/p/CqziqlGvtU0/

In this day and age, it’s hard to imagine there was a time we didn’t use smartphones to plan a trip. People going on a world trip in the 80s would bring a Lonely Planet and would find their information on bulletin boards in hostels and from fellow travel… instagr.am/p/CqxmJG9Na6V/

Chiang Mai is our favorite city in Thailand because it’s a bit smaller than Bangkok and the vibe is more laid back. We stayed for about 2 weeks while taking a quick 10-day break by riding the Mae Hong Son Loop. That’s why we’ve collected our favorite 10 … instagr.am/p/CqvjIa_Iurh/

Thailand has many islands and lots of tourists come to Thailand to spend time on at least one of the islands. In our search for the best place to go, we got some advice from locals to head to Koh Chang, Koh Mak, and Koh Kood. These three islands are sit… instagr.am/p/CqsbxC8ILLj/

If you are looking for a nice city in Germany for a quick city trip, Essen might just be what you are looking for. With a travel time of about 3 hours from Amsterdam, Frankfurt, or Antwerp Essen is perfect for a quick weekend getaway. Whether you are lo… instagr.am/p/CqR8jIUID7B/

If there is one city where old and new come together, it’s Valencia. While its city center houses beautiful old and decorated buildings, right across the river a new city emerged. This contrast makes Valencia an exciting city to visit! Valencia has a fa… instagr.am/p/CqQp0pAovfW/

Although Lanzarote is small, the island is quite lovely and has a lot to offer for a holiday. Whether you are looking for a winter escape or want to backpack the Canary Islands, Lanzarote won’t disappoint you. Spend 5 to 7 days exploring the island for t… instagr.am/p/CqNnmfvtoJW/

Although Tenerife is the largest of the Canary Islands, we still found hidden gems and secluded villages. The national park is by itself reason enough to visit. But the beaches and historic buildings make it an all-around experience. Use this Tenerife T… instagr.am/p/CqK2OHVIE0z/

If you are looking for an island near Europe where the weather is always nice, you can’t get around the Canary Islands. These islands just before the coast of Africa have a warm and sunny subtropical climate, with mild temperatures throughout the year. … instagr.am/p/CqJA6muo3yj/

One of the things you will be doing, while you travel, is taking pictures and shooting videos. Maybe for your own memories or showing off to people that just stay home when you get back. But if you travel you move a lot and things might break or get lost… instagr.am/p/CqB0RlDNEws/

Just 4 hours from Kuala Lumpur you will find the coolest place in Malaysia. And we mean that literally. Cameron Highlands is the cool heart of Malaysia with elevations ranging from 800 meters to 1600 meters above sea level. Temperatures drop significantl… instagr.am/p/CqBX6HFNUG3/

China, the land in the far east. One of the biggest populations in the world and bordered by 14 countries. The capital is Beijing, one of the most populous cities in the world, with over 21 million residents in its metropolitan area. It is located in the… instagr.am/p/Cp9nBKBI1R_/

We need power for everything these days; phones, cameras, drones, tablets, headphones, action cams, and much more. One needs more battery than the other, but they will all drain at some point. To avoid problems we always carry a power bank. A power bank… instagr.am/p/Cp7q10avkoa/