Gregg Hein, who spent six days waiting to be rescued, cited four things he would do differently. They are backpacking tips as crucial as water and food. Backpacking tips include going with somebody, ...

Solo backpacking is an exciting way to explore the world, providing freedom and adventure in spades. But with that independence comes responsibility—prioritizing safety when navigating unfamiliar ...

“It's given me so much self-trust in myself in other areas of my life that I didn't have before," the 30-year-old tells PEOPLE Gabbi, a travel influencer, shares tips for women interested in solo ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kaeli Conforti covers solo, family and budget travel, and travel news. In January 2018, I set off on the epic solo backpacking ...

Claire Sturzaker is a full-time solo traveler who has been to 40 countries. For first-time solo travelers, Sturzaker recommends talking to other people around you. She also said it's important to ...

Claire Sturzaker, a solo backpacker, has been to 40 countries, and she often travels for free. Sturzaker saves on accommodation by pet-sitting and participating in work-exchange programs. She also ...

Backpacking has become one of the most fulfilling ways to explore the world. Whether you’re traversing jungles in Southeast Asia, hiking across South America, or wandering through quiet European ...