[ www.backpackinglight.com ] – An excellent source for all things ultralight. Check out the forums, where backpackers exchange opinions on all sorts of gear that could prove just as handy in a foreign country as it would on a hiking trail.

[ www.bootsnall.com ] – Their travel forums may be a sanctuary for those seeking refuge from the popular travel forum sites. Some unique forum topics include food and travel, finding a travel buddy, travel with cameras and camcorders, spiritual travel, student travel and living abroad.

[ www.minimus.biz ] – Online retailer of a huge assortment of travel sized products. A great place for stocking up on travel-sized toiletries and to assemble your own first-aid kit.

[ www.onebag.com ] – A site entirely focused on the practice (or art) of traveling with only a single carry-on bag.

[ www.slickdeals.net ] – One of the best places on the net for finding a deal on pretty much anything. The front page lists the days hottest deals, but check the Hot Deals forums for discussion and more.

[ www.tripadvisor.com ] – One of the most popular travel sites on the net. Check the forums for reviews, opinions and advice from fellow travelers around the world.