Bakpak Canada - Travel Tips

Last Minute Deals from Contiki

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 05:14:47 UT

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Early Payment Discounts from Contiki

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 05:14:47 UT

Offer #1: Save up to US$399

Multiple Trip Discounts – Save US$100 with Contiki

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 05:14:47 UT

Book any 2 Contiki trips of 10 days or longer, at the same time & get up to US$100 off the cost of the second tour.

Get a Travel Insurance Quote

Bakpak Dave — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:38:48 UT

Get an instant quote on travel insurance from our buddies at World Nomads

How to Survive a Nasty Hostel Shower

Stephanie Devine — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:38:48 UT

Body wash in one hand, loofah in the other, I pushed forward on the door to my hostel's bathroom only to be hit by an odorous wall of mildew that had me jumping back into the hallway.

Staying in a Hostel - the basics

Kat Lapelosa — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:38:48 UT

As a traveler, you'll need to catch some shut eye eventually. For a everyday adventurer on a budget, I recommend staying in a hostel. What is a hostel you ask?

Staying at a Hostel for the first time?

Marjorie McAtee — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:38:48 UT

If you've never stayed at a hostel before, you might not know what to expect. You might be wondering, What will the facilities be like? Will I be able to cook?

Hostel Dreamland - keys to a good night's sleep

Kat Lapelosa — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:38:48 UT

After a long day trekking around your city of choice, you're going to want to sleep. If you have the enviable ability to fall asleep instantly, read no further.

A Primer on Hostel Etiquette

Tara Gladden — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:38:48 UT

At some point in your backpacking adventures, I guarantee that you will come across some or all of the following:

How To Travel with Others and Come Back Friends

Tara Gladden — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:38:48 UT

Travelling with friends should be one of the best experiences of your life. You'll discover new places, have all sorts of strange adventures and get to know a whole new side of each other.

Do I need travel insurance for Backpacking Canada?

Bakpak Dave — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:38:48 UT

Europe is not a third-world country, so who needs travel insurance. Not me.

Don't Be Afraid to Go It Alone! (Tips for Solo Travelers)

Marjorie McAtee — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:38:48 UT

These days, it seems like everyone's going backpacking with a group of friends.

Should I pay a hostel booking fee?

Bakpak Dave — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:38:48 UT

With the birth of third-party hostel booking engines came the booking or reservation fee (on top of the 10% deposit for your entire stay). Prior to this, you may have booked hostels without paying a fee...

You'll Go Far: Advantages to Being a Female Traveler

Marjorie McAtee — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:36:59 UT

As a female traveler, you might be worried that you'll be at a disadvantage compared to your male counterparts.

Ten Ways to Be A Kick Ass Solo Female Traveler

Shilo Urban — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:36:59 UT

Go on trips alone. While this might seem like a no-brainer, this is the first step in being comfortable traveling by yourself. Just go.