10 backpack mistakes to avoid
We all know someone , or even are one ourselves , who is really passionate about traveling , exploring the world , and have the adventure of a lifetime . Whether you take a gap year , take a few weeks off , or even spend your whole life on the road as a backpacker . As far as I am concerned , there is nothing more fun than packing your backpack , discover new places and experience the real freedom . Not only will you become more independent , but you will also get to know yourself better and make a lot of new friends ! Have I already convinced you to go backpacking , but you are not experienced yet ? Don ’ t worry , because I have the 10 biggest backpack mistakes listed below for you that you should avoid .
Destination unknown
First of all , it is important to know where you want to go . What cultures would you like to learn more about , what nature and landscapes do you want to explore , and are your more of a chill or an active person ? The choice is huge when it comes to backpacking destinations . If you want to meet a lot of other backpackers , some good places for you are Thailand , Vietnam , Bali , Australia , and New Zealand . If you want to visit a somewhat quieter and less visited place then Bolivia , Bhutan , Myanmar , and Madagascar are great places for you . When you are going to these places you should note this : always check the travel advisories in advance !
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Overpacking
I know that it feels safe to take an extra towel , 3 bottles of shampoo , or that bathing suit you ’ re maybe going to wear at the beach . However , it is
not funny anymore when you have to carry more than 20 kilos . Keep in mind that most beginners will carry around 13 to 16 kilos for their first few trips ( including the backpack itself ). As you gain more experience and upgrade gear , your weight will likely decrease to around 13 to 14,5 . Wherever you ’ re going , you can probably buy everything there as well , so only bring the essentials with you !
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