My roommates and I are going abroad for the month of July. We're American college students; we'd like to go somewhere warm and cheap for a month. The thing is, we're not necessarily looking to go backpacking the whole time. I'm searching for a place that's super cheap, warm, and close to the ocean where we can write/relax/make music for a month. Shoestring budget here, and we don't mind dumpster diving. In the past I've sublet an apartment in Paris for two months for really cheap and just lived there to explore the city. Does anything spring to mind that's coastal and doable?
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posted by Shasta
on May 19, 2013 -
13 answers
My husband and I love to hike, and this summer we hope to go on some longer hiking trips that will require camping for one or two nights. What gear should we buy to make our trips enjoyable and safe?
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posted by keep it under cover
on Apr 7, 2013 -
37 answers
I want to travel. Besides that fact, nothing is decided - around October, for 2-4 months, probably on my own, on a relatively flexible budget, anywhere in the world. Tell me your travel stories!
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posted by alona
on Mar 23, 2013 -
5 answers
My friend Paul Salopek is walking across Eastern Africa and needs to stay connected. Power from his solar panel passes through an inefficient AC inverter. He's not getting enough power to stay connected. Can you advise?
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posted by honest knave
on Mar 7, 2013 -
11 answers
A close friend has decided to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail starting in about 10 days at Springer Mountain in Georgia. It just so happens that I have a week off with nothing to do, and he asked if I wanted to start out with him, and I said yes. Help me make sure I'm not forgetting anything (and/or shed inessentials). Any tips/tricks would also be appreciated for this AT newb!
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posted by ghostpony
on Mar 5, 2013 -
13 answers
I'm in Santa Fe, Argentina. My girlfriend and I are planning to leave tomorrow afternoon to hitchhike toward Mendoza. Neither of us has ever hitchhiked before, our Spanish is fine but not ideal (we've been in Argentina and Uruguay for a few weeks and have been getting along fine, but no one would mistake us for native speakers), and we are both fairly nonthreatening white Americans in our 20s.
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posted by cheerwine
on Feb 16, 2013 -
4 answers
Next month, I'm off to South America for three months. I'll be flying into Colombia and flying out of Buenos Aires--already booked my flight, and all should be good, except for my fear that it won't be enough time to see everything I want to see! Details inside.
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posted by lightgray
on Feb 7, 2013 -
7 answers
I leave for an extended trip to Southeast Asia on Wednesday. I have a weekend in Kuala Lumpur, a month in Myanmar, and then two and a half months to work my way from Hanoi to Kuala Lumpur overland. What might I be missing in my planning?
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posted by piedmont
on Jan 11, 2013 -
9 answers
So this is happening: my wife and I are taking a last-minute trip to New Zealand for the new year. We'll be away for 12/29-01/18, driving a few hours every few days, starting in Queenstown and heading north. Where should we stay? What should we see? What should we experience?
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posted by ronv
on Dec 23, 2012 -
17 answers
Backpacking in Australia with $20k in savings.
Suppose I throw caution to the wind and runaway from everything, what do I, a relatively inexperienced traveller need to know?
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posted by b33j
on Dec 9, 2012 -
25 answers
I want to spend some time in SE Asia. I have three or four months to do this (January through April). I could spend up to $5k-6k on this, though much cheaper would be better. Help me sort this out.
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posted by piedmont
on Nov 5, 2012 -
7 answers
Around the World! Need help with some logistics. Part 1: Bangkok, Thailand, then overland to Siem Reap, Cambodia. Best travel method: rail or bus or rented car? Stops along the way? Via the interior (Aranyaprathet) or along the beach (via Koh Kong)? Other things we're not thinking of?
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posted by solotoro
on Jul 26, 2012 -
7 answers
My wife and I want to go backpacking near Escalante, Utah next month. Although we're both reasonably fit and experienced desert backpackers, we're not as young as we once were. Can anyone recommend a good trip of no more than 4 days that will be easy to modestly difficult with shade and water for most of the trip?
posted by BillW
on May 28, 2012 -
5 answers
Looking to travel to Israel soon and interested in renting a motorcycle - anyone know of good places to rent in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem that allow for travel around the country?
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posted by HoyaSaxa
on Jan 10, 2012 -
2 answers
What's the best way for a solo traveler to spend a week or two adventuring in Patagonia?
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posted by Bun
on Dec 28, 2011 -
2 answers
I'm planning a trip do Death Valley in january and I'll be landing in Las Vegas where I'll spend the first day or two preparing, and I wonder if anyone has some recommendations for places where I can get the supplies I need.
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posted by tristpinsm
on Dec 22, 2011 -
8 answers
First time backcountry camping in the desert. I'll be biking and hiking. Any tips from people who've gone on similar trips?
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posted by tristpinsm
on Dec 4, 2011 -
15 answers
Planning to attend a language course in Bremen, Germany early next year. Need extensive MeFi advice/help!
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posted by naskar
on Nov 12, 2011 -
14 answers
How do I plan & embark on a RTW trip as an HIV+ man?
I'm about to turn 25 and thanks to healthcare legislation I've been given a small window of time to travel unencumbered by the fear of loosing health insurance.
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 24, 2011 -
6 answers
I'm going to backpack around Europe for at least 2 months but basically until I get low on money or it gets too cold. Would I have a problem getting into the first country (possibly UK) without having a return ticket? (I will be flying home from whatever country is the last stop on my tour). Should I buy some kind of open-ended ticket? Surely this is a fairly common situation, what do people do to avoid hassle? (I am Canadian).
posted by GleepGlop
on Aug 11, 2011 -
11 answers
Is there such thing as a backpacking tour of Western Europe that ISN'T a group tour? Something where all of the arrangements are made for you but you do the tour by yourself?
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posted by dino terror
on Aug 5, 2011 -
13 answers
I have about six weeks off to travel before starting a new job, beginning August 1st. I'm having a tough time choosing where to go, and I need to get plane tickets soon before they jump up in price. Any suggestions? Details below.
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posted by decoherence
on Jul 7, 2011 -
7 answers
Things to do in the Eastern Sierras and Mono / Inyo counties, California! Your favorites?
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posted by jnnla
on Jun 30, 2011 -
13 answers
What are your packing and predeparture tips for making light-moderate backpacking trips more enjoyable and less painful and exhausting?
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posted by dahliachewswell
on Jun 2, 2011 -
17 answers
I am going for a 110 mile, 6 day hike in Virginia's back country for the first time. What are some things (small or large) you always bring with you (not obvious like a multi-tool/knife) that make the experience much better? Looking for quick/easy tips!
(Thanks for being patient - first time poster)
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posted by LittleFuzzy
on May 17, 2011 -
42 answers
Help me find engaging audio sources of accounts of people hiking the AT or PCT or something similar.
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posted by indigo4963
on Apr 10, 2011 -
6 answers
I'm leaving tomorrow from Boston for a round-the-world trip - what easily packed knickknacks should I bring to exchange or give away to new friends?
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posted by There's No I In Meme
on Apr 5, 2011 -
15 answers
Backpacking Hammock filter: I currently use a MSR Hubba for backpacking but am intrigued by the idea of hammocks and would like to go with a hammock for my next few trips; it could possibly replace my tent for all non-desert camping. There's a ton of choices to go with, so help me if you can please.
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posted by zombieApoc
on Mar 16, 2011 -
14 answers
I will be backpacking in India for 3 weeks in April (awesome!) on an organized trip with 12-15 other individuals I have yet to meet. I am very excited about this trip, but at the same time I have never backpacked before, so I will be very much outside my comfort zone. That is the point of this trip though. With that said, do you have any general advice for a newbie backpacker?
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posted by helios410
on Mar 13, 2011 -
35 answers
just another European travel filter: I just spontaneously bought a round-trip flight to Madrid and have 3 weeks to burn. Any ideas for itinerary?
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posted by TheOtherSide
on Mar 3, 2011 -
15 answers
I'm going to be traveling in South Africa, Southeast Asia and Australia for 8 weeks this summer. I am very much a minimalist, but still, 8 weeks is 8 weeks-- what's the best bag that meets carry-on requirements?
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posted by phaedrus441
on Feb 23, 2011 -
20 answers
I want to travel this summer - in the "backpacking" sense - and I'd love advice on where to go. I'm leaning towards ~6-7 weeks in Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, Burma..but I'm worried about the rainy season. Should I go somewhere else? How many countries should I hit? Any other advice?
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posted by User7
on Feb 17, 2011 -
14 answers
I live a sad, lonely, purposeless existence in a city that I'm not crazy about. Should I try to fix my life here, move back to the city that I loved, or quit my job and travel around the world for a year in the hopes of finding a mission in life?
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posted by coelacanth!
on Jan 31, 2011 -
25 answers
I will be living out of my 45 liter/2,700 cu. in. backpack for three weeks in a foreign country (Japan). Help me not lose my mind: please share your tips & tricks to stay sane.
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posted by halogen
on Dec 9, 2010 -
29 answers
Is there some (legal?) reason why I can't seem to find individually-packaged OTC medications in Canada (eg. acetaminophen, ibuprofen, aspirin...)? What are some alternative ways to package small amounts of meds for a backpacking first aid kit?
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posted by Diplodocus
on Nov 5, 2010 -
14 answers
Please help me plan a month long backpacking trip through Europe. I've never done this sort of this before for this long and I need even the most basic tips as regards travel of this nature.
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posted by deafmute
on Oct 27, 2010 -
21 answers
Drank a liter of unfiltered, chemically treated puddle water. What's the best course of action to avoid gastrointestinal Armageddon?
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posted by toftflin
on Oct 25, 2010 -
14 answers
What is the best/safest/most efficient way to send money from England to Peru, Ecuador and Mexico? What's the best international bank in Peru/Ecuador? What are the best travelers checks?
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posted by nickyskye
on Sep 25, 2010 -
7 answers
