Bronislav Leydiker

Camping and hiking are beloved activities for all seasons and weather conditions, but if you’re looking for a more extreme wilderness adventure, combine the two and go backpacking. Before you head out on your first backpacking trip, however, be sure to follow these backpacking 101 beginner tips for your own safety and comfort. PICK AN EASY DESTINATION The key to a successful first backpacking trip is to not overestimate your own skills and abilities by choosing a difficult backpacking destination. Backpacking is designed to test your personal strength and survival  skills . These two traits must be honed and built through time and experiences. Begin your first backpacking adventure with an easy destination and a short backpacking duration. This will help to get you accustomed to the basics of backpacking and leave room for error and improvements in the future. BRING PROPER NUTRITION Backpacking is an activity that requires continuous exercise and expenditure of energ...

Traveling is an experience no matter where you end up going. There are new sites to see, cultures to experience, and people to meet. It’s even more fun to share the experience of traveling with another person. Finding a travel partner is a bit like choosing a mate, it’s important that they’re going to contribute positively to the relationship being built and experiences being shared. A travel partner can make or break your trip! Follow these tips and find the travel partner that’s right for you. CONSIDER YOUR BUDGETS A discrepancy in cash flow can make things way more stressful than they need to be.  Discuss expectations for spending and make sure you’re both on the same page when it comes to expenses.  Look to set aside extra money for potential excursions while on the trip. PHYSICAL FITNESS This one might sound a little strange but if you enjoy doing a lot of strenuous outdoor activity and your partner doesn’t, or vice versa, you may have a hard time settling on t...

Tourism is one of the fastest growing industries in the world. It has become a major force for economic and social development. However, only   one nickel out of every dollar spent by tourists   in developing countries remains in the host region. Conventional tourism has many serious negative effects on local communities as well, such as disruption of local culture and pollution. Fortunately, opportunities are on the rise for travelers to make a positive difference. Check out these platforms that connect you with vetted local organizations to help you maximize your social impact with immersive experiences. GOOD TRAVEL Set off with GOOD Travel to visit a trailblazing eco-village in Iceland or work on a solar energy project in Fifi. GOOD Travel hosts trips that make positive impacts in local economies, environments, and communities across the globe. You can join one of their existing trips or ask about building your custom itinerary. JOURNEY Journey, offers six- ...