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Best Travel Sling Bag 2023

November 7, 2023November 3, 2023 by Melissa Delaware

For me, the best travel sling bag (also referred to as a crossbody bag) is the perfect way to carry my personal belongings whether I am out sightseeing or travelling to my destination. I have a specific lightweight cross body travel bag that I use whenever we travel and leave my usual handbag at home. As

Best Sleeping Bags for Cold Weather Camping 2023

November 7, 2023November 1, 2023 by Melissa Delaware

A few years ago, when we camped our way around the Northern Territory, it was winter, and so we needed to purchase one of the best sleeping bags for cold weather camping. While we are reasonably experienced campers, coming from sunny and warm Brisbane, we didn’t know too much about camping in cold weather and

Best Lightweight Sleeping Bags for Backpacking 2023

November 7, 2023October 9, 2023 by Melissa Delaware

When you’re travelling or backpacking, you don’t just want the best backpacking sleeping bag; you want one of the best lightweight sleeping bags for backpacking. Along with your backpack (and perhaps a sleeping pad), your sleeping bag is going to be one of the heaviest, bulkiest items you carry and so by having the best

Best Carry On Backpack 2023

April 18, 2023April 5, 2023 by Melissa Delaware

With the best carry on backpack, there is no need to check in any additional luggage. Not only will you be able to take advantage of airline deals by travelling with just the best carry on backpacks, but if you read any of the best carry on luggage reviews, you will also find it a

Women’s Hiking Shoes: Ascent Explore Merlot Review

August 6, 2018 by Melissa Delaware

It’s been quite a while since I’ve worn a pair of women’s hiking shoes – mainly because I have shocking memories of how uncomfortable, heavy and rigid my last pair were – but granted that was some 10 years ago when I did the Machu Picchu 3 day trek (fantastic trek by the way!).