How to pack lightly for a long trip

Updated : 7/17/2020 | July 17th, 2020 This week I am going to Sri Lanka and, outside a few facts I’d picked up by reading the news and talking to friends over the years, I realized I knew shockingly little about the country. I knew it was once ruled by the British, there was a long conflict between the Tamils and Sinhalese, the country produces a lot of tea, it has beyond-delicious food, its capital is Colombo, and there are some amazing jungles and beaches to explore. But, beyond that superficial understanding, I know nothing. I couldn’t tell you if the country was cheap or inexpensive, what to see, one famous ruin, safety issues, where in the country is popular to visit, how to get around, what their currency or culture is, or anything in between. Sri Lanka is a blank slate to me. While I have no intention of ever planning trips day-by-day or moment-by-moment, I never like to go somewhere blind — it’s a sure-fire way to get ripped off, eat the wrong thing, get sick, make a cul...

In an effort to expand the site, I’ve been adding more guest contributors and, today, I’m announcing a LGBT column for the website. In this column, we will hear from voices in the LGBT community about their experiences on the road, safety tips, events, and, overall, advice for other LGBT travelers get the most out of their time on the road! So, without further ado, I’d like to introduce everyone to Adam from travelsofadam.com. He’s going to be the lead for this column (though we’ll shortly have writings from other voices in the community too!). “Gay” travel can be an awkward topic for many, mostly because to be lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT) is really to be a part of an incredibly diverse group of people. There are gay families who travel, solo gay travelers (like myself), solo lesbian travelers, ones who travel for festivals or nightlife or honeymoons, those that take cruises or splurge on luxury trips, and ones who rough it camping and ba...

JUMP TO : Morocco  Travel Itineraries | Places to Visit | Where to Stay | Travel Tips | Cost of Travel |Getting Around Interested? PIN NOW, read later! Backpacking Morocco has become extremely popular in the last few years thanks to its proximity to Europe and cheap budget flights, yet world-away-feel. I spent a few weeks travelling around Morocco, visiting both popular destinations – like Marrakech and Chefchaouen – and some hidden gems that I will cover in this travel guide! This Morocco guide is chalked full of inspiration, epic Morocco backpacking itineraries, and travel tips. Whether you are planning a trip to Morocco to explore the Sahara Desert, surf along the Atlantic coast, immerse in a new culture, or shop the souks, I’ve got you covered!   Table of Contents Where to go Backpacking in Morocco Best Itineraries and Routes for Backpacking Morocco Places to visit in Morocco Backpacker Accommodation in Morocco Top Things to do in Morocco Morocco Tra...