Lowe Alpine Travel Trekker
The ultimate adventure travellers bag. The TFX Travel adjustable back system ensures comfort when carrying heavy loads and yet folds flat for mechanised transportation. The Pro comes with a small day bag for city tours and day hikes.
Best Holiday Destinations Outside Europe: Visiting Seattle
You will find around the area of Seattle a wonderful array of places to visit, from beautiful lakes rivers and mountains, and in Seattle itself, you have the Harbour and of course just to the west of the city is the Puget Sound. The Seattle City scape is something to behold in its own right, and you will be hard pushed to find a city in the States that is so awash with art. There are many fine museums, and if culinary satisfaction is something that you travel for, then Seattle will treat you well. Seattle is a fine place to visit, and despite the reputation for rain, you should find the city in good weather during April and May, and June to August is often warm and sunny.
Finding flights to Seattle can sometimes be difficult, and flights tend to be more expensive between May and September, but you should be able to find relatively
cheap flights to Seattle online.
Granite Gear Escape AC 60
The Escape 60 is built on our new Air Current suspension, using Cordura brand fabrics, making for a comfortable ultralight pack that's durable and loaded with features. Escape suspension is the next step in the evolution of ultralight frame technology. It's similar to our award winning Vapor suspension, however, instead of being a flat sheet with flat foam, the Air Current consists of a molded sheet and a molded foam pad. Not only does it fit the 3D contours of your back, and is engineered to flex with your movement, the Air Current suspension has integrated air channels, which makes for a cooler carry. The escape pack body is a top loader with a floating lid. On the pack's front, there's a large stash pocket with stretch panels that can accommodate much of the gear you need to have close at hand. The pack's LineLoc compression system stabilizes the load without adding much weight. The side pockets are flat, covered with a stretch bottle pocket that's angled perfectly for bottle access without taking off the pack. Therre's also a pocket that perfectly accommodates our Cloud Cover rainfly (sold seperately,) so it's always ready in a downpour.
Eat, Pray, Love
It-s 3 a.m. and Elizabeth Gilbert is sobbing on the bathroom floor. She-s in her thirties, she has a husband, a house, they-re trying for a baby - and she doesn-t want any of it. A bitter divorce and a turbulent love affair later, she emerges battered and bewildered and realises it is time to pursue her own journey in search of three things she has been missing: pleasure, devotion and balance. So she travels to Rome, where she learns Italian from handsome, brown-eyed identical twins and gains twenty-five pounds, an ashram in India, where she finds that enlightenment entails getting up in the middle of the night to scrub the temple floor, and Bali where a toothless medicine man of indeterminate age offers her a new path to peace: simply sit still and smile. And slowly happiness begins to creep up on her.
Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2011
The best places to go and things to do all around the world right now! Drawing on the knowledge, passion and miles travelled by Lonely Planet’s staff, authors and online community, we present a year’s worth of travel inspiration to take you out of the ordinary and into some unforgettable experiences.
Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2011
Lonely Planet Travel Guide Books
Samesun Hostel Vancouver
Welcome to Samesun Backpackers, located in the heart of downtown Vancouver. Situated in the middle of the Granville St. entertainment district, this is the place to be for affordable lodging and a great atmosphere.Clean, safe and friendly, we also provide all the services a traveler needs. We have a large communal kitchen, tv room, internet terminals, pool table, and tour booking facilities as well as free breakfast and free wi-fi. Our helpful staff are available 24 hours a day to assist you. We also provide daily activities including trivia, poker, open mic, free walking tours, beach trips and a special Saturday adventures.
Also on site is the Beaver restaurant, one of the best backpacker bars in North America. Cheap food and beer, and hockey on the big screen, this is your best place to meet people. So come on down and see what all the fuss is about!
We do have a 24 hour cancellation warning.
SameSun has 5 locations to serve you, including our beachfront location in beautiful Kelowna and directly downtown Banff in the world famous Rocky Mountains. And remember: We all live under the Same Sun!
Hostel of the Week, August 12th to August 24th, 2010
submitted by Kennedy Jones
Backpackers Hostels Canada
Mountainsmith Day Lumbar Pack
THE CLASSIC DAY LUMBAR PACK NOW OFFERED USING OUR NEW ECO ENERGY RECYCLED VELOCITY AND RIP STOP LINING FABRICS. Made using a brand new fabric woven from threads that are produced from 100 recycled plastic beverage bottles. SAME PERFORMANCE, COMFORT AND DURABILITY YOU'VE COME TO TRUST. Each pack reuses roughly four bottles and the benefits multiply through increased employment, less reliance on petroleum resources and lessened impact on land fills. Further, consumer demand helps drive development and investment in recycling and recycled products.
Pacsafe CoverSafe 150
The CoverSafe 150 Secret Travel Wallet is worn under clothing and anchored to your belt, ensuring your passport and cash are concealed and secured to your body, yet conveniently accessible when needed. The CoverSafe 150 can only be removed if your belt is taken off, providing extra security for your valuables when traveling.
CUSCUS Internal Frame Backpack
Made of Polyester with total 8 pockets. Top lid pocket for compass, maps, small essentials or raingear. Two front zippered pocket. Two large zippered side pockets. Two side stretch pockets for water-bottle and accessory. A separate sleeping bag compartment with detachable divider from main compartment with easy access. Extra webbing holders for attaching additional gear to outside of pack. Many tightening straps with buckles - for securing the backpack. PVC coated internal provides excellent water protection. Fits torso:15 - 21.5 inches. Fits waist/hips:30 - 59 inches.
Combine Work with Play When Travelling Europe
One of the great things about my job is that I get to travel across the UK and occasionally to some of the best city destinations in Europe as part of my work - as well as for the sake of holiday and leisure as I frequently document in this travel blog. Of course it’s never ever going to be as much fun travelling Europe in this way when compared to seeing the many great European holiday destinations in the way I enjoyed then when I was on a backpacking trip - but at least it means you can see many great locations and never feel too tied down.
Whether it be for meetings Leeds, or for conferences and events in more exotic and exciting locations across Europe, one thing you can say is that you don’t get too bogged down in one area for too many months at a time. Of course, if you can tie in a business excursion with a few days holiday you can enjoy all these great holiday destinations after all the hard work is completed and then you can get the best of both worlds! After all, you would have to be crazy to pass up the opportunity to enjoy the best holiday destinations just because of a meeting or work. So why not combine the 2 - clearly all work and no play makes me a dull boy!
Kelty Pawnee 3300
For the overnight backpacker or the day hiker who goes long, the top-loading Pawnee keeps you moving in comfort and style. This pack was awarded the Killer Deal award for 2009 by Backpacker magazine.
High Sierra Long Trail 90
The adventures won't end when you gear up with the Long Trail 90, our largest frame pack yet. Just six pounds but loaded with packing possibilities, the Long Trail 90 gives you a remarkable 90 liters of main-compartment space along with a host of technically advanced and handy extras, like top, bottom and front access points, adjustable top lid, soft lashing hardware and a hydration-ready design.
No Mercy: A Journey Into the Heart of the Congo
There are similarities between Redmond O'Hanlon's magnificent Into The Heart of Borneo and No Mercy. In both, O'Hanlon's keen naturalist eye notes the details (tiny scarlet flowers probed hummingbird-like by purple-red hawkmoths), his wit (usually at his own expense) remains funny, and his travel companions quite human and often endearing. He's off on another jungle trek, this time seeking Mokele-mbembe, the alleged Congo sauropod. But No Mercy goes deeper and darker; fear and anger intrude on the levity, rationalistic thought yields to palpable fetishistic fright the deeper in they go, and O'Hanlon emerges a changed, more compassionate man.
Eddie Bauer Expedition Rolling Duffel Bag
ORIGINAL EXPEDITION OUTFITTERSBreaking all compromise. Maximum durability with minimum weight makes this rolling duffel the best you'll find. Feature-packed with every convenience from solid interior construction to tough, double ripstop exteriors is also unbelievably lightweight. Collapsible interior support bar allows the duffel to stand on its own. Water-repellent. Imported. Due to the large size of this item, it must ship separately than
Quiksilver Nomad
- Large main compartment, sandwich style opening
- Seperating panels over compartments
- Multiple internal pockets
- Internal compression straps
- Front extender panel for increased volume
Lonely Planet The Netherlands
Nobody knows the Netherlands like Lonely Planet and our 4th edition helps you uncover the secrets of this gently beautiful country. Cycle along the canals, past sand dunes, windmills, tulips and wild national parks. Reward yourself with warm appeltaart, then learn to swallow a raw herring without flinching.
- Lonely Planet: Netherlands
- Lonely Planet: Europe on a shoestring
- Rough Guide: Europe on a budget
- Lonely Planet: Western Europe
- Lonely Planet: Amsterdam
- Lonely Planet: Amsterdam Encounter Guide
- Lonely Planet: Dutch Phrasebook
- Lonely Planet: Western Europe Phrasebook
- Lonely Planet: Small Talk Western Europe
- Travel Books: Netherlands
- Travel Books: Europe
- Kindle Books: Europe
Eagle Creek Sidekick
Eagle Creek's Sidekick is a convertible shoulder pouch with optional waist strap for versatile carry.
The North Face Terra 45
A journeyman favorite – this light, dialed, easy to use, 45-liter pack is a classic multi-day exploration pack that enables explorers to cover ground, comfortably. Opti Fit™ System provides an intuitive, adjustable, easy-to-use-tool to measure torso length to ensure a correct fit. Shoulder harness easily slides up or down according to user's back length, and cam locks pack in place.
Sir Wilfred Grenfell College Conference Services, Cornerbrook NL
Sir Wilfred Grenfell College offers ideal accommodations for your travel adventures! Located in the heart of Corner Brook, NL, the university is nestled among the hills of the folded and faulted Long Range Mountains in the scenic Humber Valley. Winter travelers have very easy access to the wonders of Marble Mountain-one of the best ski hills in Eastern North America and summer vacationers can experience a true sense of Newfoundland culture through the many festivals, theatre and music productions that take place.Experience world-renowned Newfoundland hospitality. Sir Wilfred Grenfell College offers all the amenities of a three star hotel in a University campus setting! All rooms have telephones with no-charge local calls and internet access. Laundry and recreational facilities are available. All accommodations have private bedrooms and shared washrooms. The Chalet Apartments have private bedrooms with shared washrooms, living/dining room and full kitchen facilities. Minutes from downtown, there is nearby shopping, hiking and local attractions. You can even have a learning vacation while you are there! Leave the burdens of everyday life behind!
Feature of the Week August 4th to 12th 2010
submitted by Kennedy Jones
Backpackers Hostels Canada
Cocoon Travel Pillow
For plane, train, tent or cabin, these are the ultimate lightweight travel pillows. Ultra-compact designs with their own carry bags, plus optional, washable, pillow cases means you can bring these along on every trip. Small enough to easily fit in your carry-on bag, you can now avoid those questionable airline pillows and all the potential germs they carry!
Lonely Planet Cambodia
Lonely Planet’s 7th edition of Cambodia will take you into the heart of Southeast Asia: beautiful beaches (without the tourist tide), remote wilds, subtle cuisine and elaborate temples. From the famed Angkor Wat to the old-world charms of Siem Reap and the ‘Phnomenal’ capital city of Phnom Penh – it’s all here. Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip.
- Lonely Planet: Cambodia
- Lonely Planet: Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & the Greater Mekong
- Lonely Planet: Southeast Asia on a shoestring
- Rough Guide: Southeast Asia on a budget
- Lonely Planet: Angkor Wat & Siem Reap
- Lonely Planet: Southeast Asia Phrasebook
- Lonely Planet: Small Talk Asia
- Travel Books: Cambodia
- Travel Books: Asia
- Kindle Books: Asia
Eagle Creek Security Belt
The Eagle Creek Undercover Deluxe Security Belt will keep you from having to ask the most dreaded question, ?Where's my passport?? The Eagle Creek Undercover Deluxe Security Belt uses Softseam Construction for maximum comfort and DuPont CoolMax backing that is soft to the touch and wicks away moisture. With two compartments, an adjustable elasticized waist belt, and ultra-thin quick release buckle you'll barely even notice you're wearing the Eagle Creek Undercover Deluxe Security Belt, and instead will take comfort in knowing your most important possessions are skin tight.
Booking Holiday Accommodation Made Easy Online
Lonely Planet Peru
Nobody knows Peru like Lonely Planet, and our unbeatable 7th edition gives you the key to its legendary past and exciting present. Watch the sun rise over Machu Picchu, shop at colorful crafts markets, puzzle over the mysterious Nazca Lines and sample sublime ceviche. We'll take you there - and beyond.
- Lonely Planet: Peru
- Lonely Planet: South America on a shoestring
- Footprint: South American Handbook
- Rough Guide: South America on a budget
- Trailblazer: The Inca Trail: Cusco & Machu Picchu
- Lonely Planet: Quechua Phrasebook
- Lonely Planet: Latin American Spanish Phrasebook
- Travel Books: Peru
- Travel Books: South America
- Kindle Books: South America
Rick Steves Packing Cube Set
The flexible 5 deep design of these organizing gems means that you can sort piles of shirts, socks whatever Each closes securely with a 3-side perimeter zipper, and they collapse to nearly nothing when not in use. Plus, security and customs can check your bag wihtough going through a pile of loose laundry. KIVA's exclusive Rick Steves line of travel luggage and accessories is designed to be practical, durable and light weight - ideal for the frequent traveler, whether for Europe or cross-country. Each items' Rick tested features work to make every trip smoother and more enjoyable.
Kindle Books
- Adventure Guides
- Dolphin Travel Guides
- Fodor's
- Frommer's
- Lonely Planet
- Michelin
- Moon Guides
- Off the Beaten Path
- Offbeat Guides
- Rick Steves
- Rough Guide
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Heron House, Heriot Bay, Quadra Island BC
Heron House is the perfect getaway. An idyllic beachfront setting and a stunning mountain backdrop provides the location for your stay. Rooms include simple dormitory style for the budget conscious, rustic getaways, self contained apartments and extravagant luxury.The hostel is within walking distance of all of Heriot Bay’s amenities such as the Inn, Restaurant, store and tours. The superb location and lovely grounds combine to make Heron House the ideal place to spend your vacation. There are rooms to accommodate all budgets and tastes while you enjoy all that Quadra has to offer. Fill your days with adventure: hiking, biking or sea kayaking or take a more leisurely pace and browse artists’ studios or local craft shops. Stunning waterfront views included
Hostel of the Week, July 28th to August 4th 2010
submitted by Kennedy Jones
Backpackers Hostels Canada
