Backpacking is a form of low-cost and independent travel. You can literally understand that it will involve the use of a backpack or other luggage that is easy to carry. Besides, it is different from other kinds of travel in the way that the distance is usually very long and public transport is mostly used on the way. It is popular with young people, who have more time to travel but can’t afford hotels or private vehicles. Backpacking is not only a way of taking a holiday, but also a means of education. Backpackers want to experience the real process of travelling rather than the beautiful view of the destination.

Backpacking has also been improved with the technological developments. Traditional backpackers rarely take expensive electronic equipment with them. However, it is common to see backpackers nowadays well equipped with all kinds of high-tech products. The reasons may include the need to stay connected and the breakthroughs in lightweight electronics. All in all, backpacking is becoming less and less reliant on the physical backpack in its initial form.