You want to stay safe while traveling the globe. This article describes the concept of a "sacrificial wallet". The sad truth is that in many countries, pickpockets and thefts are a very real problem. The tips if this article will help should this misfortune befall you.

I have been on a quest for a decent cup of instant coffee - something that's a step up from my ziploc bag full of Sanka that I carry around for when I need a fix. Starbucks Via Instant Coffee earns a place in my pack.

Want to get paid to travel? Blogging while you travel is the latest rage. A little insight into the world of "trogging"

I admit it – for years I thought that hiking / trekking poles / walking sticks were only for wimps, old people, and gibbles. (not politically correct) Real men/women did not need a walking stick let alone two of them.Well, I was wrong. (I think that makes in twice now in the last 5 years or so.) So what’s up with these new age hiking poles?

Backpackerbucks founder, Jay Holliday, presents a first post about the concept, the charities, and his passion for travelling the world and helping out a bit along the way.