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What Are Thru-Hiking Pole Tents, Their Benefits, And Tips While Buying Them

Thru-hiking is a long-distance hike on a single trail from one end to the other, typically lasting several months. Thru-hikers attempt to walk the entire route in a single trip, usually taking several months to complete. But before embarking on a trail of this type, you require the proper equipment to keep you safe and … Read More

4 Weeks to Prepare for a 4-Year RTW Adventure. Oh crap.

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That’s right, in just one month I will bid adieu to my house in Austin and embark on my longest and greatest adventure yet. No more ‘six weeks in this country’ or ‘six months on the road,’ this time it’s the infamous “sell all my possessions and buy a one-way ticket” scenario. The wild part … Read More

What Is Your Travel Personality (Quiz)

Contact Derek Freal, founder and head traveler of The HoliDaze

I’ve traveled to nearly 50 nations, lived and worked in six different countries and combined a long term career break with shorter adventures, holidays and weekend escapes. As a result my own travel personality, style and preferences have evolved with each experience and I have met many other travellers (and travel personalities) along the way. … Read More