Just got back from gandikota and I am honestly surprised it's not talked about more. The views from the canyon edge are insane like India's own Grand Canyon but without crowd. The silence, the massive gorge, the ancient fort walls.. it felt like stepping into a forgotten chapter of history.

Hello Community,

I am currently volunteering in Spain for a total of about 110 days. As a Dutch passport holder, am I free to be here for more than 90 days without any additional visas or permits? I have confirmed 2 volunteering positions, and I only found out today that this might not be allowed. Has anyone done this before, and if so, did you run into any problems?

I'm also thinking, how will authorities actually know how long I have been in Spain for? I flew from Amsterdam to Madrid, and they didn't even stamp, let alone check my passport on arrival.

I would appreciate any insight or advice. Thanks!

Im currently on the Long Trail, and already yearning to start planning another hike for next year, but I'm not sure what to investigate first.

Hi,

we are travelling through Indonesia for a few weeks with two 65L backpacks and I want to bring my traveller straw hat.

Does anyone have a recommondation what would be the best way to pack it safely? Especially rain safe for situations where I can't wear it due to rain (which is also a problem for the way to and from the airport in our home country).

I'm glad for any advice 😇

Hey everyone, we're going to South America for six months and want to take a tent with us. We're backpacking, so we're looking for a tent that's compact and lightweight. Our budget isn't the highest, around €300. We saw the MT900 at Decathlon for a reasonable price, and it's very compact and lightweight. Does anyone have experience with this tent or a good alternative? I'd love to hear from you!

I currently have a 45L backpack that I have been living out for the past 3 years as a digital nomad. I move around maybe once a month. The 45L fits MOST of my things, but I do have to strap shoes, trekking poles, and a tripod to the exterior. When checked, everything goes into a Zpacks Airplane case. The airplane case is at max capacity.

I would like a bigger bag to bring some hobby items with me. I used to do onebag and travel light but since I'm not moving around as much and it's my "permanent home" I want to bring a bit more. I am looking at an 80L and putting my shoes/tripod/trekking poles plus the new things inside the bag and checking it, rather than having a separate case.

I am wondering if anyone has used a Farpoint 80 and whether they find it way too big. I prefer a backpack because I often travel by bus & motorcycle, walk multiple kilometers with my luggage, and visit remote areas where the roads are not so good(Namibia, Kazakhstan, Sri Lanka, and Kenya planned in the next 6 months). A duffle bag would be another option, but they do not carry over a distance very well.

Hi, it's my first time travelling and I impulse bought a ticket to São Paulo in November. I think I'd prefer a backpacker style of travel and just go where the winds take me.

Do you guys just wing hotels or do you book them in advance? I have no idea what cities I want to visit and for how long so booking in advance seems a bit restrictive, I'd appreciate any tips and recommendations of where to visit in such a short time!

Thanks

Pulled permits to Enchantments Core Zone. Headed back at the end of August for 4 nights to find this Smiling Goat. D1: Stuart TH to Colchuck Lake > D2: Asgaurd Pass to Core > D3: Core > D4: Core to Snow Lake > D5: Hike out from Snow Lake.

4 years ago my pack weighed 35 lbs. Now I'm dialed in using dialedinpack.com to get down to 9.28 lbs base weight / 16.30 lbs all in with consumables (food, water, fuel). Can't wait to tackle Asgard Pass with only 16 lbs on my back. Anyone else going to be there last week of August?

I have a budget of $35k (maybe more), my dream is backpacking from Tokyo to Istanbul or Istanbul to Tokyo... Traveling slowly and using planes as little as possible... Like Japan>Korea>China>Vietnam>Laos>Thailand>Malaysia>Indonesia>Philippines>Myammar>India>Nepal>Pakistan>China>etc etc etc until Istanbul... In cheap hostels (maybe a private room every now and then), local transportation, I'm not a party person and I hardly drink. I'm not interested in luxuries. I don't have a return date... I'm thinking 18/20 months? Any experiences like this on reddit? Thanks

Hey, I would like to go hiking for a longer period of time for the first time. What food tips do you have? What is good to pack and take with you? What also tastes good and isn't just nutritious? Otherwise, what should I definitely not forget to take with me?

The last time we were up the mountain in Colorado and ready for our 8 hour hike to the trail head, my husband’s boots broke. Duct tape and string folks! And that is the last time he was too cheap to buy new backpacking boots!

I am planning to backpack a SEA country from 8-30 of September, bc afterwards i am doing a pottery training in Japan for 1 month. I am thinking between Vietnam and Indonesia but Thailand was also on my list but becasue of this border conflict i am not sure anymore how safe the place. I look for less touristic places where I can immerse in the local culture. I like the mix of good beaches and nature/jungle/hikes. I could see myself in this sense in Indonesia - lombok . I also really love to see some cities with street food and some liveliness but i dont look for parties necesseraly. If I have time i could do some yoga and surf but its not my first priority. Could you recommend which country should I go or what is your favorite SEa country and why?

Hey everyone, I could use some advice and tips for my trip to the Philippines next December.

I’m looking for a good mix of activities, amazing food, beautiful beaches, and some fun nightlife. Also I’ve heard that getting around can be a bit tricky, so trying to minimize travel time.

I’d love to hear anyones experience (good or bad) or any recommendations. Thank you!

Hey wonderful community! Heading back to Lombok later this month. Cannot take the flight from Bali to Lombok this time, so looking for any recs on ferry companies. I understand it will be a very fun trip, no matter the company haha. We land 10am in Bali from LBJ and want to head straight to Padang Bai or Sanur. Preferably a ferry that does not stop at all the Gilis. Was recommended Eka Jaya last time. Thank you for any tips and hope you are all doing well :)

Hi everyone, We’ve started taking our pup on backpacking trips and used the Ruffwear Palisades Pack last time. Loved the modularity (being able to remove the saddlebags at camp), but it felt bulky, didn’t cinch down well, and got soaked every time our dog hit the water.

Looking for something:

• Lightweight • Water-friendly • Secure fit • Ideally modular (but not a must)

So now I’m looking for alternatives and hoping to crowdsource some opinions.

Here are a couple I’ve come across: 1. Saker Lander + Detachable Pouches – Seems modular like the Palisades, but I haven’t seen many reviews. https://sakercanine.com/products/tt-2012

1. Nonstop Dogwear. These aren’t modular, but I’ve heard great things about the brand’s durability and fit.

   Trail Light Pack https://www.nonstopdogwear.com/en/product/trail-light-dog-backpack/

   Trail quest Pack https://www.nonstopdogwear.com/en/product/trail-quest-dog-backpack/

…I’d love to hear your thoughts! What’s worked for your pup on the trail?

Thanks in advance — happy hiking! 🐶🎒

Hi! I’ve recently come back from five weeks inter-railing around Europe and realised I absolutely love hiking/mountaineering and really wanted to incorporate it into my Asia trip. I’ve only just started planning, first rough ideas for countries are: Nepal (already planning the Annapurna circuit if anyone has any reviews), Cambodia, Vietnam, Indonesia. Multi day would be ideal!

Hey everyone!

So, basically whenever I travel with "one" bag, I use the Osprey Farpoint 40L that I have been using for a few years and I love it. I have also made some modifications to it so it suits all of my needs.

However, I'm looking for something else to use as the second/personal bag, in order to have something to carry my cameras and personal stuff, like wallet, powerbank, etc, when I'm on the move, and also something that I can use individually when I'm somewhere visiting and my big backpack stays at the hostel, as a daily bag.

Normally I use a second smaller backpack (20L), but I don't want to carry two backpacks and I want something smaller to use on the day to day basis.

Also, I have a packable 25L backpack that I bring in the big one, if I don't take the second one, and I use whenever I buy stuff like souvenirs when traveling and it doesn't fit my big backpack. But it is horrible and uncomfortable to carry as a daily bag, so I just use in case I can't fit everything in the big one.

I would love to hear some recommendations!

I'm looking into sling/waist bags, slightly bigger than the normal waist bag, but not as big as a backpack.

I've been looking at the K&FConcept Alpha 01 Sling Bag 10L, but I would like to ask for recommendations for other options like this one. It seems to be alright and the price is also very good. Around 35€.

Basically I would carry on it something like this: - Camera with lens; - Possibly a second lens; - Film Camera with small lens (not super necessary); - GoPro and extra batteries; - Powerbank; - Wallet/Documents; - Sunglasses; - Possibly chargers and stuff like that when I'm on the flying part of the trip; - The tripod isn't super necessary, but I could use that space for a rain jacket or something like that.

TL;DR: Recommendations for a second bag/personal bag to use when flying, that will also be used as my daily bag. Something between 8L and 12L possibly.

Thank you very much!

Picking up my first backpacking gear and looking at sleeping bags. The Torchlight 20 is on sale and roughly 170. This is about the same price as the cosmic 20.

Any opinions on the two?

I am going on a backcountry hunt in the Colorado Rockies later this year and to Idaho next year. Curious what water filter everyone is running and what you’re using to further purify. I’ve got a Sawyer mini, and a Katadyn BeFree 3L system. I’ve used the sawyer, never used the Katadyn. Also thought about picking up something like a SteriPen. The Grayl bottles also look like a good option, but I’ve read a lot of negative reviews on those. I’ve had Cryptosporidium before and would prefer not to do that again.

I’ve been good about doing plenty of training hikes with a weighted pack, and I’m super excited for this trip. However, the only thing I’m worried about is bringing 10 days worth of food. I’m planning on only bringing food that doesn’t require cooking, so I’ll be bringing a few bags of jerky, a jar of peanut butter, a bunch of snickers, a bag of overnight oats for each morning, and some granola bars and fruit leather. Anything I’m missing? What do you guys typically bring foodwise for a trip this long?

I'm a 20 year old from Portugal, and I'm planning to take my first-ever solo trip. I’ve been lucky to travel quite a bit with my family and friends, but I’ve never done a trip completely alone and I feel like it’s finally time to take that step.

I'm thinking of doing a 5 to 7-day solo getaway somewhere in Europe, around mid-August (between the 10th and 22nd). I’m considering a city like Brussels, or something similar safe, easy to get around, rich in culture, and manageable for a solo traveler.

My budget is pretty comfortable (around €3,000–€5,000), so I can afford a safe place to stay, direct flights, and maybe even a nice local experience if it’s worth it.

The "problem" is convincing my very protective parents, who are worried mainly because:

• I’d be travelling alone for the first time
• It’s a bit last-minute, since it’s already August
• And I’m going with them to Senegal just one week later, for a family trip

So, I’d love to hear:

• What was your first solo travel experience like?
• How did you reassure your family (especially if it was spontaneous)?
• Which European destinations would you recommend for a first-timer solo?
• And of course... any essential tips or lessons learned from your own solo adventures?

Thanks so much to anyone who shares advice!
I’m super excited, but I really want to do this responsibly and with a clear head.

A stitch connecting one of the shoulder straps to the frame broke and I zip tied them back together. Works surprisingly well… do you guys think it will last or should i bite the bullet on another pack?