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Hi, I’m Noel. I'm a minimalist traveler and ultralight backpacker. I explore the world on a budget and make money with my blog along the way. I'm here to help you do the same.
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PACK LESS, DO MORE
Hi, I’m Noel. I'm a minimalist traveler and ultralight backpacker. I explore the world on a budget and make money with my blog along the way. I'm here to help you do the same.
CLICK HERE TO GET STARTED

LATEST POSTS

ZPacks Offset Trio Review: A Spacious 3-Person UL Shelter

NOVEMBER 12TH, 2023 BY CU FLESHMAN

Best Hiking in Los Angeles (20 Can’t-Miss LA Hikes & Trails)

OCTOBER 13TH, 2023 BY CU FLESHMAN

Mount Bierstadt: Hiking One of Colorado’s Finest 14ers

OCTOBER 6TH, 2023 BY RYAN SQUIRES

Zpacks Triplex Review: A Formidable 3-Person Backpacking Tent?

SEPTEMBER 29TH, 2023 BY ALEX BRONNER

20 Best Things to Do in Portugal (Recommended by a Local)

SEPTEMBER 19TH, 2023 BY ZE EDUARDO PENEDO

Best Hiking Underwear of 2023 [Men’s & Women’s Options]

AUGUST 28TH, 2023 BY TPL STAFF

47 Best Adventure Movies for Travelers & Thrill Seekers

AUGUST 25TH, 2023 BY MAKS DURAYEV

14 Best Hikes Near San Diego (Mission Trails, Eagle Rock, & More)

AUGUST 23RD, 2023 BY AGNES GROONWALD

16 Travel Jobs & Side Hustles for 2023 [Get Paid to Travel!]

AUGUST 4TH, 2023 BY ANDREJ PASKALOV

17 Backpacking Tips for Women (from an AT Thru-Hiker)

JULY 28TH, 2023 BY CU FLESHMAN

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POPULAR POSTS

12 Best Personal Item Bags for Underseat Carry-On Travel
How to Start a Travel Blog in 2023: Travel, Create (& Get Paid)
How to Become a House Sitter (& Find Long-Term Sitting Jobs)
20,000 Steps a Day: My Exhausting 30-Day Step Challenge
50 Van Life Essentials: Gear, Gadgets & Must-Haves [Packing List]
How I Saved Money to Travel the World (For 5 Years and Counting)
12 Best Minimalist Barefoot Sandals for Running in 2023
Minimalist Travel: Packing List + Best Gear [Ultra-Efficient]
15 Best Minimalist Backpacks for Modern One Bag Travel 2023
Van Life: 13 Good, Bad & Strange Realities of Living in a Van
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TRAVEL TIPS & GEAR GUIDES

The Ideal Colorado Road Trip (Itineraries, Ideas, Costs & Map)
My Carry-On Only Packing List for 2023: Pack Light, Travel Right
Vietnam on a Motorbike: My 10-Day Road Trip (Route + Itinerary)
11 Best Packable Travel Hats for Men [Crushable & Stylish]
Traveling Sucks Sometimes: My 12 Worst Travel Stories
16 Best Travel Shoes for Walking All Day [Men’s & Women’s]
My Chengdu Street Food Marathon: 32 Foods in One Day
7 Best Titanium Water Bottles [Light & Durable Drinkware]
Hanoi in One Day: A 24-Hour Guide (Tips, Costs & Itinerary)
Pack Light, Travel Right: How to Travel with Less (Like a Pro)
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HIKING & BACKPACKING

7.9 lb Ultralight Backpacking Gear List (2023 Optimal Setup)
Torres del Paine ‘O’ Circuit Guide: Patagonia’s Top Trek
11 Best Ultralight Tents for Backpacking & Thru-Hiking
Hiking the Appalachian Trail: 20 Tips from an AT Thru-Hiker

HIKING · TIPS · USA

9 Best 0-Degree Sleeping Bags 2023 [for Winter’s Cold Weather]
Huemul Circuit Hiking Guide (Route, Camping, Equipment, Weather)
16 Best Hiking Socks of 2023: Comfort in All Four Seasons
Laugavegur Trail: 7 Things Iceland's Insane Weather Taught Me
16 Best Hiking Hats for Men, Women & Hikers of All Stripes
Get Paid to Hike: 10 Hiking Jobs to Make Money on the Trail
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