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New travel photograph

The latest image for the packyourbags Travel Store homepage is from David Crosson. Here’s what David had to say: “The picture, taken by my wife, shows me paddling for the first time solo in our new canoe. I’m trying to edge it for the first time, too (I didn’t fall in). The river we’re on is [...]

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Ski Helmet Advice – Ask Mark

Ski Helmet Advice – Ask Mark

Mark Kempster is Managing Director of packyourbags and packyourbags Travel Store. He is also a mountaineer and a keen skier. Here he answers some of the questions we’ve received regarding ski helmets. Why should I wear a ski helmet ? Obvious I know, but a ski helmet is not a fashion accessory. A good quality [...]

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The Festival Survival Guide (£4.50 and a sausage!)

The Festival Survival Guide (£4.50 and a sausage!)

So you’re lucky enought to be going to a festival this year. What do you need? You will need a tent and sleeping bag; they will be your sanctuary when you need to escape the 24hr mayhem. Don’t forget tent pegs but don’t bother with a mallet, you can borrow one from the organised couple [...]

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Shewee: You Never Know When You Might Need One

Shewee: You Never Know When You Might Need One

Have you ever wonder how are you going to go to the toilet in a jungle, especially when you are on a hiking journey through the mountains? Guys would be easy, as they just need to unzip but for ladies, it is a challenge. To find a secluded area and go to the toilet is [...]

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Don’t leave home without it – essential holiday accessories and gadgets

Don’t leave home without it – essential holiday accessories and gadgets

We’ve all been there. Arriving at the airport only to realise we’ve forgotten our toothbrush or, worse still, our passport! So here’s the latest question for all you TalkOnTravellers: “What don’t you leave home without?” Is there a gadget or a gizmo that makes travelling easier. Perhaps it’s the travel iron, a luggage scale, a [...]

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Why you wouldn’t want to be without a sleeping bag during the winter season

Why you wouldn’t want to be without a sleeping bag during the winter season

A sleeping bag is an essential accompaniment when camping, climbing or hiking, if you are not within reach of a bed. Sleeping bags are designed to provide warmth and thermal insulation. They can protect, to some degree, against the chill of wind, damp and general exposure – but you should really use your sleeping bag [...]

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Rucksacks: how can you do without one?

Rucksacks: how can you do without one?

A rucksack traditionally was a canvas backpack that was used by the US Army at the time of the Vietnam War. The bag was used by all the soldiers as it proved to be very handy and was helpful as it provided enough space and places to store most of the required items that were [...]

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Is a child carrier essential for your holiday?

Is a child carrier essential for your holiday?

Spending your holiday with the whole family is one of the greatest ways to bond and have time with each other. A couple of days before the holiday, you will start packing all the essentials such as clothes, toiletries, and more. However, it would be really different if you have a toddler or an infant [...]

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