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Noel Krasomil

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Hey, I'm Noel Krasomil. I pack light and explore the globe searching for awe-inspiring hiking trails, rich cultural experiences, and ways to continue traveling indefinitely.

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16 Best Hiking Hats for Men, Women & Hikers of All Stripes

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  If you hit the trail without a proper hiking hat, what’s your plan? Will you trudge through the wilderness like a masochist as the sun beats down on your face without mercy? Are you going to squint, grimace, and shield your eyes from the harsh UV rays as you prey for the next stretch […]

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7 Best Titanium Water Bottles [Light & Durable Drinkware]

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  If you’re a minimalist traveler and ultralight backpacker like me, choosing the best titanium water bottle for your 2023 adventures is serious business. The vessel for your precious hydration must be lightweight, practical, and indestructible as it lugs your liquid from Point A to Point B and beyond. Though a touch pricier than a […]

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How to Start a Travel Blog in 2023: Travel, Create (& Get Paid)

By Noel Krasomil21 Comments

  Back in 2017, I saved up a chunk of money, quit my job, and started traveling. I had the world at my fingertips and big, shiny plans for the future. That’s right, I was going to start a travel blog and make money while exploring the earth at my leisure! How’d that turn out, […]

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The Ideal Colorado Road Trip Itinerary (Ideas, Costs & Map)

By Noel Krasomil20 Comments

  If I had to sit down and draw up my dream U.S. road trip itinerary, I’d have a hell of a hard time ever leaving my home state of Colorado. I’m a hopeless skiing, hiking, camping, and outdoor addict, and I simply can’t imagine a better setting to fire up my camper van and […]

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54 Road Trip Essentials [Complete Packing List + Must-Haves]

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  I’ve been learning the ins and outs of road trip essentials and perfecting my packing list since I was old enough to get behind the wheel. The open road had me hooked at a very young age and will continue to draw me in for the rest of my days. As an eager teenager, […]

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111 Best Gifts for Hikers & Backpackers 2023 [Unique Ideas]

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  It’s difficult to buy gifts for hikers and backpackers in 2023. I understand. We’re a gear-hungry bunch who spend far too much of our free time searching for products that’ll take our trail game to the next level. Buying something for an avid hiker that’s both unique and worthwhile can get overwhelming because we […]

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7.8 lb Ultralight Backpacking Gear List | 2023 Optimal Setup

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  I’ve spent years assembling the best ultralight backpacking gear setup for my multi-day hikes into the wilderness, and I’d love to share my 2023 list with you. Because the gear you bring along backpacking will make or break your trip. I’ve learned this lesson the hard way. On a 2014 attempted trek of the […]

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How to Become a House Sitter (& Find Long-Term Sitting Jobs)

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  Once you’ve learned how to become a house sitter and landed your first long-term job, it might all seem too good to be true. You may just feel like you’ve stumbled upon a secret travel cheat code or struck the cash-strapped traveler lottery. Feelings like these are bound to bubble up from time to […]

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11 Best Backpacking Tents 2023 [Budget, Ultralight & More]

By Noel Krasomil3 Comments

  Picking out one of 2023’s best backpacking tents for your gear list is no small task. Because, in the wild and unforgiving backcountry, your shelter is the only thing protecting you from the wind, rain, and critters that await outside. That’s why we’ve carefully chosen the 11 best backpacking tents on the market and […]

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15 Best Minimalist Backpacks for Modern One Bag Travel 2023

By Noel Krasomil2 Comments

  As a nomad who lives with less, few things get me fired up like simple one bag travel while donning my minimalist backpack. The feeling that overcomes me knowing everything I need is gently resting on my shoulders as I get to know a new place is simply exhilarating. But fitting my travel essentials […]

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Hey, I'm Noel. I'm a minimalist traveler and ultralight backpacker. I trek into the wilderness, geek out about gear, and travel with the least amount of baggage as I can. I almost always travel solo - it's the best way to see the world.

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