Stephen James - Articles

Timeless Travel: Why You Should Leave Your Watch at Home

Can we escape the ravages of time? Find out how leaving your wristwatch at home when undertaking a period of extended travel can help you escape the feeling of being controlled by time that pervades our daily lives, and result in an unparalleled feeling of freedom. Read

By: Stephen James | 10/12/2008 | Travel Tips

What not to Bring Backpacking: Ten Things to Leave at Home

What Not To Bring Backpacking: Ten Things To Leave At Home When setting off an extended backpacking trip for the first time, it's common for people to bring far more than they need; the uncertainty of what the trip may bring can lead to a mentality of packing things "just in case", or for comfort. To help you towards the way of travelling light, here's a subjective and irreverent list of ten common backpacking items which should you should consider leaving in the wardrobe. 1. A Huge Back Read

By: Stephen James | 27/08/2008 | Camping