| Many people backpack close to home. They choose | | | | how long you are staying. You can wash them and |
| areas where they do not need to travel very far | | | | dry them at night. - Fleece jacket. - Boots, sandals and |
| because they do not want the hassle of trying to | | | | tennis shoes. - Sleeping bag that is waterproof. - Some |
| travel with all their gear. Besides that, being away from | | | | type of head covering. Depending on where you travel |
| home means if you forgot something then you have to | | | | this may simply be a ball cap, but if you are female |
| buy new or go without. Traveling for a backpacking | | | | and going to the Middle East you will need a proper |
| trip, though, can be exciting. You will get to see new | | | | head garment. - Water bottles and water purification |
| places and go through terrain you may not be | | | | method. - First aid kit. - One or two towels. - |
| exposed to at home. All you need to do to ensure that | | | | Clothesline. - Place setting with a bowl, fork and spoon. |
| your trip is successful is to plan and be prepared. | | | | This should be plastic. Dont: - Guide books. Try to copy |
| Backpacking travel trips allow you to see a country at | | | | any information you need. Single pages weigh much |
| a fraction of the cost. Since you will be camping | | | | less than a whole book. - Valuables. These will make |
| instead of staying in hotels you will be able to travel on | | | | you more prone to thieves. Always keep in mind any |
| a nice budget. You have to pack light, but make sure | | | | airline policies as they tend to be rather strict these |
| you pack everything you need. This can be | | | | days. You can always buy something once you reach |
| complicated, but is necessary. The following list | | | | your destination if you can not take it on the plane. The |
| explains what to pack and what not to pack. Do: - | | | | whole point is to pack light because you have to carry |
| Pack lightweight clothing that will dry quickly. Pack | | | | it all around with you. |
| sparingly. You will need only about 3 outfits no matter | | | | |