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Guide picks
This distinct group of budgeteers enjoys some of the best bargains. These links will help backpackers find safe, affordable housing and other basics of bare-budget traveling.

Amazon Road
A complete site for backpackers who want information about destinations and tips for the road. They have a series of forums for people seeking jobs, travel partners and good deals.

Backpack Europe
This site from Kaaryn Hendrickson covers the basics extremely well. Lots of practical information.

Backpackers' Bulletin Board
Organizers of this board promise a forum for advice about where to go, what to do, and how to get there. It's organized by region and travel topic.

Backpacker Tours Australia
They provide information on tours, cheap places to eat and events for backpackers heading Down Under. Information is organized according to Australia's seven regions.

Backpacking: Traveler's Guide
One backpacker's simple guide to travel around the world. Advice on finances and what to pack are among the sections offered.

Boots 'N All
A good site for travel articles and discussion boards geared specifically for 'packers.

BUG Europe
The Backpackers Ultimate Guide has sections on a variety of subjects, including where to find the best festivals and parties.

Crazy Dog Travel Guide
This site goes beyond backpacking to tackle related issues like safety, scams, food/water and "bathroom survival".

Footloose.com
Small-group tours from Seattle through British Columbia and back again. Camping and hostels combined on a pre planned route.

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