Andrew Marsden
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Travel writer and researcher for Roam The World. Andrew caught the travel bug somewhere between riding a motorbike in the mountains of Northern Thailand and venturing through the souks of the Middle East. He now travels to far-flung destinations as often as possible.
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Top travelling destinations you have just got to visit.
As a first time backpacker the choice in destinations can seem overwhelming. Here are some tips from experienced travellers to help you to decide where to spend your time backpacking.
What to see and do in the diamond-shaped island that is Singapore.
A backpacking adventure in the Middle East can be eye-opening, exciting, and at times challenging. As you explore sites of immense religious, cultural and historical significance, you will further your education and gain insights into other less familiar cultures and ways of life. Backpacking through the Middle East is never short of an adventure and you're likely to experience some incredible hospitality, sample some delectable cuisine and meet some fascinating people along the way.
The natural untouched beauty of the mighty Andean mountain range, the majestic Inca ruins of Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca Islands that are barely affected by the modern world. Street markets and Andean culture in Bolivia, sand-boarding in the Atacama Desert and 4x4 drives across the Bolivia salt flats. All this can comfortably be experienced in around a month travelling through this awe-inspiring corner of South America.
One of the world's most popular routes for independent travellers and backpackers - and with good reason. Bangkok to Singapore overland offers amazing culture, climate and cuisine. It's relatively safe, excellent value for money, if you want you can meet many other travellers along the way. Here are the details of this well trodden backpacking trail.
Approximate relative travel costs (the approximate costs of backpacking independently) are illustrated on the map. The countries of South Asia and South East Asia such as Thailand, India, Malaysia, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia are currently some of the most popular backpacking destinations. They offer fantastic value for money, are relatively safe to travel and offer a range of sightseeing and cultural experiences.
A few tips for the first time backpacker to ensure your long-awaited trip of a lifetime doesn't feature too many bouts of traveller's diarrhoea and stomach upsets.
Travel light. If in doubt, remember you can probably buy it when you get there anyway. When backpacking you don't want to be restricted by the weight of your backpack, otherwise you really will be an easy target for the rip-off tuk-tuk drivers.
Finding a good room when you're backpacking or travelling independently needn't be difficult or stressful. Following the tips below will help to ensure a good night's sleep (or a good night's partying if you prefer!)
