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10 years ago, 23-year old backpacker from England, Nikki Scott, set off on an adventure that would change her life. She created the first print magazine for backpackers in Asia. Today, that humble idea has grown into a digital community of thousands of travellers who share their experiences on this website!

Nikki Scott, founder of South East Asia Backpacker Magazine

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Real Sapa Trek & Homestay | 2 Days | from HANOI, VIETNAM

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$185.00 Operated By Friends Travel Vietnam

Komodo National Park views.

Travellers on the Lombok to Flores boat trip, Indonesia.

Lombok to Flores Boat Trip | 4 Days | LOMBOK, INDONESIA

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From: $165.00 Operated By Wanua Adventure

Castaways Island Seen From Above

Castaways Island & Halong Bay | 3 Days | from HANOI, VIETNAM

Rated 4.83 out of 5

$229.00 Operated By Vietnam Backpackers Hostels

Turtle - Koh Tao Marine-Life.

PADI Open Water Diver Course | 3.5 Days | KOH TAO, THAILAND

$350.00 Operated By New Way Diving

Doi Inthanon, Thailand

Doi Inthanon Trek Adventure | 1 or 2 Day | from CHIANG MAI, THAILAND

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Pai, Thailand

A group of Muay Thai students at Sitjemam Muay Thai Gym Pai, Thailand

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Yoga at Bohemiaz Phnom Penh Resort.

Time Out Yoga & Meditation Retreat | 3 Day | PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA

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A Group on the Hai Van Pass Jeep Tour

Hai Van Pass Jeep Tour | 1 Day | from HOI AN + HUE, VIETNAM

$65.00 Operated By Road Trippers

LATEST ARTICLES

Partying at Vietnam Backpackers Hostels, Hanoi.

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The 25 Best Hostels in Hanoi, Vietnam!

19th March 2018

Khao Sok Floating Bungalows

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Khao Sok Floating Bungalow Bliss! Cheow Lan Lake, Thailand

14th March 2019

Must Try Vietnamese Street Food Dishes!

<img width="730" height="411" src="https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Cau-Lau-Vietnamese-Street-Food-730x411.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Must Try Vietnamese Street Food Dishes!" srcset="https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Cau-Lau-Vietnamese-Street-Food-730x411.jpg 730w, https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Cau-Lau-Vietnamese-Street-Food-150x84.jpg 150w, https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Cau-Lau-Vietnamese-Street-Food-768x432.jpg 768w, https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Cau-Lau-Vietnamese-Street-Food-1090x613.jpg 1090w, https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Cau-Lau-Vietnamese-Street-Food-360x203.jpg 360w, https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Cau-Lau-Vietnamese-Street-Food-540x304.jpg 540w, https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Cau-Lau-Vietnamese-Street-Food-510x287.jpg 510w" sizes="(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px" />

Vietnamese Street Food – 23 Must Try Dishes!

Backpackers trekking in Chiang Mai trek, Thailand

<img width="730" height="521" src="https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/backpackers-in-Chiang-Mai-trek-Thailand-730x521.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="Backpackers trekking in Chiang Mai trek, Thailand" srcset="https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/backpackers-in-Chiang-Mai-trek-Thailand-730x521.jpg 730w, https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/backpackers-in-Chiang-Mai-trek-Thailand-150x107.jpg 150w, https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/backpackers-in-Chiang-Mai-trek-Thailand-768x549.jpg 768w, https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/backpackers-in-Chiang-Mai-trek-Thailand-1090x779.jpg 1090w, https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/backpackers-in-Chiang-Mai-trek-Thailand-360x257.jpg 360w, https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/backpackers-in-Chiang-Mai-trek-Thailand-540x386.jpg 540w, https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/backpackers-in-Chiang-Mai-trek-Thailand-510x364.jpg 510w" sizes="(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px" />

The Ultimate Guide to Responsible Trekking in Chiang Mai, Thailand

26th February 2019

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Three backpacks

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Packing List Southeast Asia: Your Ultimate Travel Checklist!

<img width="730" height="487" src="https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Southeast-Asia-Backpacking-Route-730x487.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="" srcset="https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Southeast-Asia-Backpacking-Route-730x487.jpg 730w, https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Southeast-Asia-Backpacking-Route-350x233.jpg 350w, https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Southeast-Asia-Backpacking-Route-768x512.jpg 768w, https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Southeast-Asia-Backpacking-Route-1090x727.jpg 1090w, https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Southeast-Asia-Backpacking-Route-510x340.jpg 510w" sizes="(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px" />

Backpacking Southeast Asia Route: The CLASSIC Itinerary

Backpacks for travelling cover the entire floor outside a hostel.

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What are the Best Backpacks for Travelling in Southeast Asia?

<img width="730" height="487" src="https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Passport-stamps-visas.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="" srcset="https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Passport-stamps-visas.jpg 900w, https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Passport-stamps-visas-510x340.jpg 510w, https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Passport-stamps-visas-350x233.jpg 350w, https://r8t6m8f3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Passport-stamps-visas-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px" />

The ULTIMATE Backpacker Visa Guide to Southeast Asia

ALL TIME FAVOURITES!

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Readers Poll: The Worst Place in South East Asia You’ve Ever Been

Getting the bus to Borobudur in Java

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Ganja and “S.H.I.T.” (Suspected Hippie In Transit): Backpacking Southeast Asia in The 70s

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10 Weird Things that Happen When You Come Home After Long Term Travel…

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The Bum Gun, a Beginner’s Guide, ‘Cos Toilets in Asia Ain’t Easy!

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