Issue 73: January/February 2010
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FEATURES
23 Global Travel Guide
It’s our annual round up: 76 enticing, exciting adventures from pole to pole PLUS, 10 strange spots to slumber
50 TRAVEL CARES SPECIAL
Story and Photography: Deborah Sanborn
Cocoa may just be a powerful tool for poverty alleviation and community growth in Ecuador
IN EVERY ISSUE
4 MailStop
Your letters answered
7 Tripping
A brief history of the bike
8 [...]...read more
Backpacker BUZZ: Issue 74, Springtime in British Columbia
By Hostelling International
Springtime hits the west coast earlier than the rest of the country so it’s an ideal time to visit British Columbia. Crowds aren’t as big but the flowers are in full bloom and summer-only operations are gearing up for the high season. Here are HI’s Top three destinations in B.C. in the springtime.
VANCOUVER
By the time [...]...read more
Backpacker BUZZ: Issue 74, Salsa With The Sarajevans
By Heather Cleland
Sarajevo has only been on my radar for a short time. One day a few years ago, at an old, very boring job, I had a habit of Wikipedia-ing random cities around the world that I knew little about. When I searched for Sarajevo, two bits of information stuck in my head.
1) It hosted [...]...read more
Backpacker BUZZ Issue 73: World, Meet Vancouver
By John Lee
After a teaching stint in Japan and the kind of Trans-Siberian Railway journey that really sticks with you, John Lee decided to give the pie-in-the-sky dream of travel writing a go. Since then, he’s penned many articles for newspapers and magazines around the world but is most well-known as the Lonely Planet authority on Vancouver [...]...read more
Backpacker BUZZ: Issue 72 Croatia’s Charm
By Andrea Bang
Perfectly nestled between Montenegro, Bosnia, and Herzegovina, Serbia, and the Adriatic Sea, Croatia boasts some of the most beautiful surroundings in Europe. It’s difficult to stop drooling at the mere sight of its sapphire-clear waters, red-roofed homes and medieval towns. So when I started showing signs of the travel bug—itchy feet, sweaty palms and restlessness—I [...]...read more
Backpacker BUZZ: Issue 72 British Columbia and Alberta
By Andrea Bang
hi·ber·nate (hī’bər-nāt’) verb: -nat·ed, -nat·ing, -nates.
To pass the winter in a dormant or torpid state; closely linked with seasonal affective disorder (SAD)—where one may feel inclined to go through winter in a semi-reclusive state or to bypass it completely and head overseas to warmer climates. However, with so many breathtaking sites to see and adventures [...]...read more
New Balance MT110 Trail Running Shoes (Men's)
All the sensitivity and lightness of barefoot runners with the traction and protection you need for long singletrack runs. Your lightweight edge on race day. More details
MEC Tace Jacket (Men's)
Engineered to shield you from wind and light rain. Its versatile fabric is robust enough to combat gusty and wet weather, yet light and airy enough to keep your core at a comfortable temperature. More details
MEC Oasis Sleeping Bag 0/+10C
A roomy, dual-temperature barrel bag with a poly-cotton lining that's comfy next to the skin. Put the thinner side on top when it’s warmer, and the thicker side up when it's cooler. More details
Cactus Creek Multi Adapter + USB Port
Keep your electricity gobbling gadgets – including USB charged ones – fed and happy almost anywhere in the world. This universal adaptor fits wall outlets in most countries, and features a safety lock. More details
MEC Spirit 40 Backpack
You don’t limit yourself to one activity in the alpine. Why should your pack? Hit the trail, swarm that crag, or swoosh those freshies. With a 40L capacity and an internal stay, the Spirit 40 lets you go equipment-intensive without sacrificing carrying comfort. More details
Aquapac Mini Electronics Case 108
If you must take your smart phone with you while kayaking, sailing, or kite boarding, this case protects your gadget from wetness. The flexible material lets you operate a touch screen, buttons, or switches. More details
Salomon Techamphibian 3 Sandals (Women's)
Roam between land and water with this evolved hybrid of shoe and sandal. The Techamphibian 3 blends the protection of a shoe with the lightweight comfort of a sandal. More details
MEC Travel Pouch
This handy travel pouch carries grooming accessories, medication, and other personal items. Available in three sizes to suit your personal care needs. More details
MEC Merino Lightweight 2 Hoodie
This hoodie is built in nature's own technical fabric – merino wool. It's warm even when it's wet. Plus it's soft, itch-free, stretchy, and buffers well against sudden temperature changes. You'll appreciate its antimicrobial properties. More details
Chawel Chawel Sport Change Anywhere Towel
This portable changing room you can wear also doubles as a neck pillow or a small blanket. Great for use while camping, at the beach, or at paddling put-ins and takeout’s. Made of quick-drying 100% polyester with an anti-snag and antibacterial finish. More details
