Resources

Here are some useful links to help you get and stay on the road.

Accommodation

  • AirBnB
    Rent unique spaces from people all around the world.
  • Couchsurfing
    Stay with friends you haven’t yet met.
  • HostelBookers
    Great hostels. Free booking
  • TravelFish
    One of my favorites. Very good backpacking travel guide for Southeast Asia. Offers general information, traveller’s stories and reviews on accommodation.
  • Wimdu
    With Wimdu, you can book private accommodation all over the world. Or earn money by renting out your own place.

Gear

Information

  • Lonely Planet's Thorn Tree Forum
    Travel forum – exchange travel information, advice, hints and tips. Very up-to-date resource!
  • Travel Independent Info
    Excellent site with all kinds of general information on countries all over the world. Don’t forget to check out the “What to pack” section.
  • TravelFish
    One of my favorites. Very good backpacking travel guide for Southeast Asia. Offers general information, traveller’s stories and reviews on accommodation.

Transportation

  • Seat 61
    Information on trains & ferries. A practical guide to classic travel, without the pain of the plane…
  • Sky Scanner
    Find the cheapest flights. You can even browse flight prices across the whole month or year