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One of the biggest challenges when backpacking is actually trying to get everything you need packed into your backpack. It is so easy to over pack especially when it comes to your backpacking supplies. One way to avoid this is to have a few backpacking food ideas, just a simple plan of your expected food and supply needs for the length of your trip.

When planning your backpacking supplies there are three things to consider. First you will want to think about the weight of your food and the amount of room they will take up in your pack. Second you need to consider your energy requirements for each day of hiking. And third you need to know how many days you will be taking for your trip, and so how much food you will need overall.

In addition to these three main considerations there are a few other things to think of. For instance you will want to have at least one hot meal a day. The other meals will need to be easy to prepare and require little or no cooking. Foods that can be prepared in their own packaging are great for backpacking. They take up little room and as they are usually dehydrated, they tend to be light as well. And by buying single servings, you can eat only what you need.

While backpacking you are going to need to eat at least three meals per day, as well as snacks and trail food such as gorp ( good old raisins and peanuts). Staying well nourished is important as it keeps your energy levels up, allowing you to hike further and feel fitter in general. Taking vitamin supplements can also help as they are very light to carry and ensure that your body is getting everything that it needs. It is also important to eat at regular times, even if you do not feel that hungry.

Planning your backpacking supplies for any trip, no matter how long is very important, and having a few backpacking food ideas will start you on the right track. So always make sure that you have enough for your trip. Try experimenting with different types of food before you go, this way you will have a better idea of what to take. And don’t forget to take things like high energy bars for those times during the day when you need that extra boost.

Having the right backpacking supplies will make all the difference to your trip. If you are well fed you will feel better and have more energy, so ensuring that your trip will be one you ENJOY and not one that you ENDURE.

The British Virgin Islands are one of the most popular yachting destinations in the world. The ideal weather from December through May, influences most charterers to choose a sailing yacht for their versatility. voyage Yacht Charters recently added their Caribbean Sailing fleet to eYachtCharter.com’s luxury yachting directory. Voyage is one of the BVI’s leading charter brokers and has a fleet that will meet the most discerning sailor’s expectations. Because Voyage knows that each charter guest has their own personal desires, they will work with your skipper to accommodate most itinerary requests. This is just a sample to whet your appetite for an unforgettable BVI Yacht Charter.

DAY 1:

Join your yacht at midday at Sopers Hole on the West End of Tortola: the original home of the pirates. Today, trading can be a little easier with a visit to the shops at Pussers Landing. After a light lunch and chat about the itinerary, a 2 hour sail takes you to Norman Island (Treasure Island). Snorkel at the caves and be amazed at how many fish there are in the crystal clear waters. The evening is spent in the Bight, with a visit to The William Thornton for an after dinner party - a wild floating bar where everybody lets their hair down and tells their seafaring tales of the day………….and how fast did you sail?

DAY 2:

After breakfast you can hike to the top of Spy Glass hill, a known lookout point for the pirates, be sure to take your camera. Dive or snorkel the Indians or Rainbow Canyon and swim with the sea turtles. After lunch it’s a short tack up to Peter Island, famous for its romantic beaches. Take an early evening stroll along the beach before a casually elegant dinner aboard. After dinner go forward to the trampolines and count the shooting stars, making a wish on each one you see.

DAY 3:

After breakfast a short sail to Salt Island to dive or snorkel the Rhone; this is one of the top five wreck dives in the world. Then motor round to Cooper Island for lunch and some spectacular snorkeling off Cistern point, a sheltered reef alive with juvenile fish of endless varieties. Alternatively, take a stroll on the beach, sit under a palm tree and just take in the beauty of the turquoise waters. A late afternoon sail takes us to Marina Cay for the evening, one of the smallest of the Virgin Islands.

DAY 4:

A morning sail can take you to the Dog Islands for some colorful coral dives or you can visit the Baths on Virgin Gorda. These spectacular rock formations below and above water can be explored by land or sea and snorkeling here is a must. Lunch is just outside Spanish Town, so you can shop or take a taxi for an Island tour. Then a fast sail up the west side of Virgin Gorda one of the most beautiful of the Virgin Islands. In the evening, dance at the Bitter End Yacht Club to the local reggae band in the elegant settings that this resort offers.

DAY 5:

Spend the morning enjoying the North Sound - truly one of the most outstanding natural harbors in the Caribbean. Enjoy good windsurfing, snorkeling, hiking and shopping here. Visit the four exclusive resorts and take on some shore duty. Or, sail to Anegada, the sunken land nestled within a horseshoe reef, the third largest barrier reef in the world. For the first half of this 2/3 hour sail there is no land visible, then the palm tree’s appear on the horizon warning of your imminent arrival. After lunch absorb the atmosphere of the anchorage at Setting Point. Informality and relaxation are the key elements of Anegada. Deserted beaches, fringed reefs and the unique flora and fauna of the salt ponds, home to the pink flamingo, await your exploration. Lobster dinner at the Anegada Reef Hotel is a must. As darkness falls, with cocktail in hand, you will see from the cockpit of the boat the driftwood fires on the beach grilling your lobster. The open air restaurant in and around the beach promises a dining experience only Anegada can offer.

DAY 6:

An early start from Anegada ensures plenty of time to sail back to enjoy the snorkeling off Guana Island or dive Camanoe Island. Off the Eastern end of Tortola are several small secluded anchorage’s. If evening entertainment is your choice Trellis Bay is the home of the Last Resort, which offers a nightly comedy show based on yachts who come and visit the British Virgin Islands.

DAY 7:

A leisurely downwind sail to Jost Van Dyke offers ample opportunity for stopping on the way. Cane Garden Bay, Sandy Spit and Green Cay are all places of exceptional beauty. Just take your pick. For the over night stop, White Bay is secluded and quiet with only the Soggy Dollar Bar ashore or Great Harbor is ideal for those who would like to visit the famous Foxy’s Tamarind Bar. Sample his Sly fox or Dread fox both made from Foxy’s firewater rum and listen to his calypso songs. Beware you’ll probably be in one!

DAY 8:

The last morning! Choose your breakfast from a light selection of assorted breads and fresh tropical fruits, to champagne and eggs Benedict. A swim or snorkel before sailing back to West End for that last minute shopping before joining your homeward flight.

For more information about vacationing in the Caribbean or booking a Caribbean Yacht Charter visit our Luxury Yacht Charter Section.