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The Story of South East Asia Backpacker Magazine!

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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Day Trips

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LATEST ARTICLES

Meet Geraldine Forster, the Backpacker Granny!
Meet Geraldine Forster, the Backpacker Granny!
28th June 2019
Should You Choose A Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour Or Go It Alone?
Should You Take A Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour Or Go It Alone?
20th June 2019
Tonle Sap Lake Floating Villages, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
The Floating Villages of Tonlé Sap Lake | Siem Reap, Cambodia
15th June 2019
Bright Marine Life - Komodo Diving
Komodo National Park Diving, A Personal Experience
28th May 2019
Komodo Island Shut-Down: Fake News?
27th May 2019
Ali Couch in Sri Lanka with her backpack on. This is the cover image for her article about backpacking in your 50s
Should you Go Backpacking at 50?
13th May 2019
Mobile Banks, Travel Cards, ATMs + Money Saving Tips!
12th May 2019
Diving in Nusa Lembongan, Indonesia
10th May 2019

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Packing List Southeast Asia: Your Ultimate Travel Checklist!
Backpacking Southeast Asia Route: The CLASSIC Itinerary
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What are the Best Backpacks for Travelling in Southeast Asia?
The ULTIMATE Backpacker Visa Guide to Southeast Asia

ALL TIME FAVOURITES!

Readers Poll: The Worst Place in South East Asia You’ve Ever Been
Getting the bus to Borobudur in Java
Ganja and “S.H.I.T.” (Suspected Hippie In Transit): Backpacking Southeast Asia in The 70s
10 Weird Things that Happen When You Come Home After Long Term Travel…
The Bum Gun, a Beginner’s Guide, ‘Cos Toilets in Asia Ain’t Easy!