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Wonder how to write a backpackers diary? Here is a sample. It is of my backpacking trip to Dragon’s Backbone Rice Terraces in Guilin, China.
Dragon’s Backbone Rice Terraces is located within the Longsheng County northwest of Guilin City. To get to the Rice Terraces, one has to take a bus from Guilin Main Bus Terminal [...]

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Jim on April 7th, 2010

I always think the best way to remember one’s travel experiences is probably to keep a diary. Do you write travel journals? Do you keep a diary of your backpacking trips? If you do, then you are certainly who The Backpackers Place is looking for!
You are most welcomed to write your backpacking diary for The [...]

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Jim on March 31st, 2010

Aren’t we backpackers supposed to be green travelers too? We share one common interest, which is to travel around the world. This world never lacks in beauty, it is just that whether you know how to appreciate or not. At the time of travel, we may have engaged in activities which can cause substantial damage [...]

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One mix-up when comparing hostels with hotels is we tend to think that hostels are budget hotels. A hostel is by no means a budget hotel, so do not expect the same level of comfort in a hostel as in a budget hotel. If you are ready to sacrifice some comforts during your traveling, please [...]

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Jim on January 29th, 2010

If you cannot recall all the beautiful moments during your backpacking trip, be sure to bring a camera along. Do not bring your full gear, but just bring enough for your photographing needs. Items such as memory cards, portable tripod, reserve battery and battery charger are considered essential. You can also bring a few lens [...]

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