What to take for land-based travel, for backpacking, and to stay sane on the road - this is the essential overland packing list.
Sarah Carter
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Home to stunning National Parks, glorious coastline and well-known locations such as Kotor, here's the best things to do in Montenegro.
Buying a pair of hiking books needn't cost the earth - here's our guide to the best budget hiking boots for men
All the best things to do in Monteverde - explore cloud forests, zip line, wildlife spot - enjoy this amazing eco-system guide to Monteverde
All the options for traveling between Bangkok and Sukhothai - here's how to go from Bangkok to Sukhothai and back again
The cheapest way to go from Hanoi to Sapa + all travel options to Sapa from Hanoi + overnight sleeper trains + buses + vans
Visit Kanchanaburi - from WWII sites and museums, the Death Railway and stunning National Parks, here's the best things to do in Kanchanaburi
The cheapest way to go from Bangkok to Koh Samui + daytime travel options to Koh Samui from Bangkok + overnight sleeper trains + buses.
Welcome to Cambodia's second-largest city, home to the Angkor Wat temples and much more, here are the best things to do in Siem Reap.
The cultural melting pot of Penang is a fabulous place to visit, there's food, history + more, here's the best things to do in Penang
All the transport options to go from La Fortuna / Arenal to Monteverde - van, boat, van, and buses to travel to Monteverde from Arenal
All the transport options to go from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi - trains, buses, and transfer options to travel to Kanchanaburi from Bangkok.
All the transport options to go from Penang to Cameron Highlands - buses, and transfer options to travel to Cameron Highlands from Penang
How to go from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap - bus, flight, van and boat options to take you on this popular route to Siem Reap from Phnom Penh.
Come to this fabulous beach town for high octane activities, surfing and a great nightlife, these are the best things to do in Tamarindo
All the transport options to go from Ho Chi Minh to Phnom Penh - buses, flights, and boat options to travel to Phnom Penh from HCMC
From the best place to see sloths, incredible beaches, & sunset cruises, here's the best things to do in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
Welcome to the capital of Sarawak, the city of cats, here's the best things to do in Kuching, Sarawak - museums, what to eat, and where to go
From Yorkshire Puddings to Licorice - Tea to Black Sheep - here's the best Yorkshire Food and Drink not to miss from God's Own Country.
Come to Jaco for surfing, beaches, and incredible outdoor activities. Here are the best things to do in Jaco, Costa Rica
All the options for traveling between Bangkok and Ayutthaya - here's how to go from Bangkok to Ayutthaya and back again
All the options for traveling between Kota Kinabalu and Sandakan - here's how to go from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan - buses, flights, cars
All the options for traveling between Danang and Hoi An - here's how to go from Hoi An to Danang - buses, shuttles & motorbikes
Learn about why we opted for Colombia Travel Insurance – and what was important to us for travel and medical insurance in Colombia
Come here to find orangutans, sun bears, proboscis monkeys, and incredible WWII history, here's the best things to do in Sandakan, Borneo
All the options for traveling between Ho Chi Minh and Mui Ne - here's how to go from Ho Chi Minh to Mui Ne - buses, trains & motorbikes
All the options for traveling between Hue and Hanoi - here's how to go from Hanoi to Hue, Vietnam - buses, trains & motorbikes
All the options of how to get to Phu Quoc Island - flights, buses and ferries - and the best way to go to Phu Quoc from Ho Chi Minh City
Come to the isolated, glorious national park on Costa Rican's northeastern coast, here are the best things to do in Tortuguero Costa Rica.
Come and visit Bulgaria's capital city, Sofia - and explore the best things to do in Sofia - and the best attractions in Sofia.
See glorious Bulgarian landscapes and stunning UNESCO World Heritage Sites on the best day trips from Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Welcome to Bulgaria's second city - with Roman ruins, a spectacular amphitheater, great cafe culture - here's the best things to do in Plovdiv
See key parts of the Bulgarian landscape and stunning UNESCO World heritage sites on these day trips from Sofia
Welcome to Cali, capital of salsa! This buzzing and exciting city is a great place to visit, here's the best things to do in Cali, Colombia
When you want a break from Cali, Colombia's capital of salsa - these are the best day trips from Cali to explore the area nearby.
The unique culture on the Caribbean coast provides a great experience. Come on in & for the best things to do in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica!
The Cocora Valley Colombia is home to the tallest palm trees in the world! Read about visiting and hiking Salento's Valle de Cocora here.
Bogota is cosmopolitan, chic and gritty all at the same time - a fabulous Colombian city - here are the best things to do in Bogota, Colombia
Come wine tasting in Colombia, explore fabulous hikes and astonishing fossil remains - just some of the best things to do in Villa de Leyva.
When you're ready to explore outside of the city, these are the best day trips from Bogota, Colombia - hike, explore, drink wine & coffee
Explore the rich culture of Costa Rica while staying in the capital city. These are the best day trips from San Jose Costa Rica.
There’s lots to do here in San Jose and it’s a great base from which to see Costa Rica – here’s the best things to do in San Jose Costa Rica
Come and explore the tapas, the sherry and the glorious dancing horses - these are the best things to do in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain
Traditional English villages are cosy, quaint and picturesque. Here’s some of her best and how to explore these beautiful villages in England.
How and when to use a portable travel safe to secure your gear. We include details on how best to secure your stuff with the best portable travel safe.
Here’s our guide to the best beaches in Martinique – white and blacks sands and crystal clear warm water. Perfect!
20 facts about bluebells, 8 myths and legends about bluebells – Plus where to find bluebell woods Essex and beyond
How and where to explore in Pickering, North Yorkshire. Our guide details the best things to do in Pickering + day trips from Pickering too
Get the taste of Japan from your home. These savoury and sweet snacks from Japan are the best Japanese snacks you can buy online.
Learn how to cook Japanese food and explore Japanese culture by taking a Japanese cooking class in Japan ++ Now includes ONLINE Lessons in your own home!
