I only brought a backpack on my recent 10-day trip to Guatemala. To help you pack lighter, here are my favorite multifunctional gear and essentials to maximize bag space.

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Backpacking is often seen as a style of travel that’s cheap, hard, and mainly suitable for the young. Travel + Leisure peels back myth from reality, exploring backpacking trips for all ages and ...

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Backpacking through Iceland is a dream for many, and it’s easy to see why. From chasing the Northern Lights to witnessing a bubbling hot spring in action, experiencing the midnight sun, or simply ...

I’ve picked out and tested a great variety, from messenger bags to adventure backpacks to compact sling bags, all so you can find one that fits your style and needs. Each photographer has ...

Practical tip: Periodically swim with your head up, looking forward, for up to 20 strokes. Called the "lifeguard swim," this ...

Since 2002, the Peruvian government has required tourists to have a permit and a guide to hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Only licensed guiding companies can obtain permits, so it's vital to do ...

With things like travel documents, water bottles, sun cream, and portable chargers all useful things to have to hand when ...

There’s something magical about heading into the great outdoors—fresh air, breathtaking views, and the satisfying crunch of ...

HIKING has become a popular hobby for many people ... I would also advise people to carry a small first aid pack, couple of plasters, crepe bandage, maybe a tiny bottle of Dettol, and an ...