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Budget Travel Forums
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Links page
Friends and great backpacking sites

Travel Page
Our 10 step guide for putting you on the road.

Writings Page
Travel stories, articles, blogs, and writings for backpackers by other budget travelers

Vagabonding Explained
What exactly is vagabonding?

Bookings
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Travel Medicine
Read how to stay healthy and safe while traveling

Malaria Info
Learn about Malaria and how to avoid it

Travel Money
How to fund your travels

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Travel Writing

Writings Page
Vagabonding stories, tips, articles, and loads of travel goodies!

Vagabonding Books
See our book recommendations for good vagabonding reading

Travel Writers
Find information for submitting your stories, tips, and articles here

Travel Stories
Stories from the road submitted by people in the field

Travel Articles
Featured articles from the past

Travel Blogs
Travelogues and blogs from all over the world

Travel Funds
How to earn travel funds while on the road

Backpacking Guide

Backpacking Guide
Get all the information you need for a vagabonding trip

Passport Info
Learn how to get your passport here

Trip Planning
Learn what you need to know to plan a successful trip

Get a visa
How to get a visa stamp

Medical Advice
Vaccinations and medical planning

Book cheap tickets
Advice for landing cheap flights and train tickets

Travel Insurance
How to get travel insurance for your trip

Travel Insurance for Southeast Asia
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Preparation at home
Things to do at home to get ready

Packing properly
How to travel light for a good trip

Packing List
Our suggestions for a starting packing list

Last Minute
What to do just before leaving

Hit the road!
Advice for what to expect

Destination Specific

Thailand Tips
Smart tips for Thailand and Southeast Asia travel

Egypt Tips
Smart tips for Egypt travel - coming soon

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