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A down-to-earth style aimed at the travel novice; one of many resources to read before you go.
--TravelIndependent.info

This book makes any trip more enjoyable than one that has only 'fly by the seat of your pants' planning.
--College Parent Magazine (May 2010 - CollegeParenting.com)

Simple yet useful tips for new backpackers.
--OffTrackBackpacking.com

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With common sense advice, helpful checklists and informative stories, The New Backpacker's Guidebook is a great resource for students and adults traveling internationally for the first time, whether your backpacking trip is for a few weeks, months or even longer than that.

This is not your typical "guidebook" because it focuses on helping you adapt to different environments and challenges that you will encounter on the road. It also provides you with basic assurance and guidance for dealing with certain situations, but leaves enough breathing room for you to adjust to the backpacking lifestyle at a relaxed pace.

This advice follows a philosophical belief that any new traveler needs some guidance toward achieving that fulfilling sense of confidence, self-respect and a new level of independence that can be gained from this kind of experience! This information will prepare you to judge situations on your own and can help you make better decisions.

The second edition has been revised and expanded to include additional checklists, a few more stories on backpacking around the world and comparative ways to plan a reasonable itinerary for your journey, in addition to a step-by-step example on creating a realistic budget that will enable you to get the most out of this life-changing trip.

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