Welcome to the Barefoot Backpackers’ blog. Join us for travel and outdoor guides, plus practical ideas for living and traveling more intentionally.
Welcome to the Barefoot Backpackers blog, where we share country travel guides, destination insights, backpacking advice, outdoor adventures, and ideas for a more intentional way of traveling and living.
Travel is about more than ticking destinations off a list. Our guides combine practical information with real experiences from backpacking life, helping you understand where to go, what to do, how to get around, where to stay, and how to make the most of your time in a new place. Alongside our country and destination guides, we explore natural living, outdoor adventures, and wellbeing.
Whether you are planning a backpacking trip across a new country, looking for inspiration for your next adventure, or simply interested in bringing more nature and simplicity into everyday life, you’ll find practical advice and personal insights to help you travel better and experience more.
Our blog brings together practical travel advice, personal experiences, and reflections on a more grounded approach to life. You’ll find:
Country Travel Guides
Our country and destination guides are ideal for budget to mid-range backpackers who are looking for authentic cultural and outdoor experiences.
We share practical information alongside our own experiences, covering everything from routes and accommodation to local food, culture, activities, transportation, and the places worth making time for.
Whether you’re planning a longer backpacking journey or a shorter adventure, these guides are designed to give you a useful starting point while leaving plenty of room for your own discoveries.
When choosing what to do on our travels, we often ask ourselves one simple question: Will this lead to an authentic cultural or outdoor experience? If the answer is yes, we’re always up for it.
For us, mindful travel means getting beyond the usual tourist trail, connecting with local people and cultures, trying regional food, learning from different ways of life, and spending time in nature. It also means seeking out outdoor experiences, from hiking landscapes and discovering somewhere new on foot.
Our writing reflects this approach, sharing honest experiences and practical advice to make travel memorable. We believe the best adventures leave you with more than a photo. They give you a deeper connection to the place you’ve visited.
