09/15/2026
Things I wish I knew as a first time backpacker. I did most of my traveling solo, but these tips apply to groups and couples as well! 🌎
Before booking a hostel, make sure it has good reviews, as many as possible! Also make sure it’s located near all the sites you want to see. Always check photos to see the condition as well.
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Take random photos that you might be embarrassed by, but in many years you’ll look back and be thankful you can remember each little moment of your travels ☺️
If you feel drawn to talk to someone nearby you, do it! You never know what discussions you might have, and you can meet life long friends 😊
Don’t just ask others to take photos of you, sometimes a selfie feels even more person when you look back on it! You realize you did the hard thing of traveling to a new destination all. by. yourself!
When checking photos of an accommodation you might book, see if the view out the window is also good. That will make your stay even more memorable, and you can relax and unwind with a real life painting outside!
When you need to, splurge on an even more comfortable stay. There are times you might be burnt out, or the hostels don’t look great in an area, or you simply just want a higher-end experience. Nothing wrong with treating yourself! It can also help you get reenergized so you can travel for longer.
When you need to, splurge on an even more comfortable stay. There are times you might be burnt out, or the hostels don’t look great in an area, or you simply just want a higher-end experience. Nothing wrong with treating yourself! It can also help you get reenergized so you can travel for longer.
This one doesn’t need much explanation. If you see something amazing, take time just observing without technology, but also take a photo or video if you’d like to preserve the memory 📷
When I was in Greenland, all of the groceries were very expensive, so instead of ea
