10 Types of People you Meet While Backpacking

Unfortunately my backpacking has come to an end and it's time to head back to the real world *gulp*. A world I am highly unprepared for but having said that it might be quite nice to use my bank card again without holding my breath and turning an unattractive shade of purple as I pray it doesn't get declined. As I write this I have a cup of tea (earl grey of course), I'm sitting in a living room and have a dog at my feet - heaven.

I have a lot of catching up and writing to do about my time around New Zealand but before I get into the nitty gritty of things I thought I would start with something a bit lighthearted. I met loads of people travelling, some I liked and some I didn't but here are 10 examples of people you will definitely meet in any hostel anywhere in the world.

1) The 18year old puppy. Probably the most common form of hostel dwelling creature. Usually first time out of native country (without parents), occupies time by drinking copious amounts of cheap alcohol and attempting to impress the opposite sex.

2) The flash packer. This certain type of backpacker wouldn't be seen dead with a backpack on lest it mess with their hair style. Instead they opt for large pull along suitcases which they immediately open and unpack on the floor of the shared dorm room. With about 20 outfits for each day, a million pairs of shoes and all hair accessories known to man, these travellers are prepared for any occasion.

3) The local traveller. This traveller tends to be older than the average backpacker, using the cheap hostel rooms as their base while seeing the area. Warning: they will always claim to know more than you.

4) The social media traveller. I know I'm slightly guilty of this, but only because I have an Instagram account, I'm not as bad as some of the people I have met I promise: these people tend to live their trip through a lense, they are the first off the bus to find wifi and take about 3 million photos. If lost they can usually be found in the nearest cafe editing photos and posting them to their doting Twitter and Instagram followers.

5) The 'I've been travelling for years' traveller. Often found in worn out clothes talking about how travelling on the road is the best thing to ever happen to them. It's not all glamorous though, and while they may have been to the most amazing places and done amazing things they will also be the first to admit that living day by day isn't always what it's cracked up to be (think scrubbing toilets and severing coffee and you are on the right track).

6) The sexual fiend. Obnoxious, loud and arrogant these travellers are usually drunk of high, will attempt to grab the attention of their sexual conquests by any means necessary. They tend to have little consideration for those around. If seen to be sharing a room with you I advise good ear plugs and deep sarcasm aimed in their general direction.
7) The solo traveller. Usually chilled, over friendly and up for just about anything. These travellers divide into two types: the type who have worked to allow themselves to travel and the type who are using daddy's money to get from a to b. The latter tends to be a tad more carefree than the former.

8) The hippy traveller. Usually to be seen wearing some form of tie-dye, a lot of jewelry and carefree hair. Finds solace and is at one with the world with the help of various substances, can be over zealous in their love for the world and feel that to be complete you must join them on their voyage of self discovery.

9) The travelling couples. Aside from the ongoing selfies, knowing looks and sentence finishing these travellers and the most chilled of the bunch. They know what they hope to gain out of travelling and nothing will stand in their way. If they break up though then it's an entirely different story and everyone gets involved.

10) The fellow native. This traveller will be drawn to you as soon as you hear where they are from. A bond will slowly be made as you discover their similar love of Jaffa cakes and constant need for a cup of tea. You will part ways after discussing the latest episode of Downton Abbey but you leave knowing you will find another just around the corner.

Until next time

Global PawPrints X

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