Getting Started
Getting ready to embark on an epic journey around the world can be a daunting task. The Goats On The Road are here to help. We’ve done it… multiple times, and in this section you can get a little help from experienced travellers. Even if you’re already experienced, you’ll still find some new ideas here.
Why This UK Couple is Still Travelling in Their Mid-Thirties
When we first went travelling together all the way back in 2005, it was the thing to do at that time in our lives. We had just graduated from University and most of our friends were also packing backpacks for an exciting nomadic adventure. After years of hard work and study we can understand why ...
How To Avoid Being Ripped Off By Taxi Drivers
From New Delhi to Sydney, every city has its fair share of taxi drivers intent on ripping off tourists. That’s not to say that all taxi drivers are bad. In fact, we have met some great taxi drivers during our travels. But we have also had the occasional bad experience that reminds us to stay on ...
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8 Months of Travelling, 3 Life Lessons Learnt
Before embarking on our travels with just a one-way ticket, we had no idea what the future held for us. We thought we were well prepared for travel and ready to conquer the traveller-blogger world, and enjoy every single day. With the highs and lows, we revelled in every moment of the 8 months of ...
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The Ultimate Packing List for Full-Time Travellers
It’s one thing to pack your backpack and set off on a trip to a specific destination, or one region of the world, but when you’re trying to pack for a life of full-time travel, deciding what to put in your bag can be a difficult decision. You’ll be travelling through different continents, cultures and climates. ...
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How to Choose the Best Backpack for Travel
When travelling the world, your backpack will be your best friend. But, choose the wrong pack, and it could end up being your worst enemy. There are many things to consider when picking out a backpack. We’ve been travelling around the world for almost 7 years now, and although we’ve gone through a few different bags (and ...
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How To Quit Your Job & Travel: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide
How do I quit my job and travel forever? How can I possibly save enough money for travel? What are the regulations about travelling abroad full-time? What about retirement? These are questions we are constantly asked, and yet somehow, we don’t have a post fully explaining the process of becoming a full-time traveller in our Goats on the ...
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