Comments on: An Update & Travel Question

By: September Update & Links | Backpackingmatt

September Update & Links | Backpackingmatt — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:17:26 +0000

[...] cliche, but it’s shocking how time flies – it really is hard to believe the last time I posted an update was the 28th of [...]

By: A Budget Option in Queenstown – Hiking to Queenstown Hill (Photo Essay) | Backpackingmatt

Sun, 04 Jul 2010 09:55:33 +0000

[...] have to. There are many budget friendly activities to keep you busy in Queenstown. While I’m basing myself in Queenstown for the winter season, I’ll run a couple options for the budget conscious traveler in [...]

By: How To Put Your Backpack On A Diet | foXnoMad

How To Put Your Backpack On A Diet | foXnoMad — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 13:34:12 +0000

[...] cute looking like a double-sided turtle but rather inefficient for most travelers. You can look into purchasing a folding day-pack like the [...]

By: Tips Carrying Your Laptop on the Road (Reader Comments) | Backpackingmatt

Tips Carrying Your Laptop on the Road (Reader Comments) | Backpackingmatt — Sat, 05 Jun 2010 06:13:09 +0000

[...] week, I posted an update as to where I am currently at in my travels. It’s a busy time with job hunting, flat [...]

By: backpackingmatt

backpackingmatt — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 00:55:08 +0000

@Farnoosh Thanks for the support. Things will work!

@Rebecca My laptop is one of my most important possessions on the road. Researching trips, booking accommodation and travel, and of course keeping the website updated. Bring the iPhone into the picture and the pair can easily become a distraction. Yet I strongly believe you can find a balance that allows you to use the technology for its benefits without totally drawing you away from the reason you’re traveling.

By: Rebecca

Rebecca — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 18:16:09 +0000

Oh, how the times have changed! When I left the US 3 years ago (!) for NZ/Australia and beyond, few people had laptops and those that did, were frowned upon because it’s like, you traveled all this way and you can’t get your head out of your computer? You might as well stay home!

I did two years with just my USB drive and digi cam it was fab. Granted I didn’t have a website/blog/whatever to keep up. USB for bookmarks, music and document files and my camera for pictures, which I uploaded whenever I had the time or found cheap internet.

By: Farnoosh

Farnoosh — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 01:05:00 +0000

Just a note to say best of luck. I have never backpacked. I travel a lot but never for backpacking purposes. I think you are very courageous to pursue the things you want to do and I am sure things will fall into place for you, Matt….Keep us posted!

By: backpackingmatt

backpackingmatt — Sun, 30 May 2010 05:48:47 +0000

Thanks everyone for the terrific feedback! I’ll compose a post next week featuring a synopsis of the going laptop and backpack carrying strategies. Cheers!

By: Caz Makepeace

Caz Makepeace — Sat, 29 May 2010 17:05:39 +0000

I always travel with two packs. My main pack and then a day pack where I put my laptop and other electronic gadgets and important things. I do the double turtle- feels safer for me.

By: Ryan

Ryan — Sat, 29 May 2010 14:43:36 +0000

I’m planning on doing what Anil and JohnnyVagabond are doing. I have my main pack and then a daypack. All my most prized possessions (netbook, external HD, camera, tripod, etc) will go in the day pack and most likely stay with me at all times.