Please note that this forum is about American style backpacking, which in other countries is called wilderness trekking. We are not a budget travel forum, although most of us have traveled overseas at some time or other.

A travel forum such as Lonely Planet's Thorntree would better meet your needs for travel issues. You might also want to check out Rick Steves' website; he's long been a strong advocate of traveling light and using only one carry-on bag.

Should you have wilderness trekking questions, we'll be glad to answer them!