Boy, 14, charged with murder of backpacker Karen Aim

A story of interest for the shockingly young age of the boy, and the high-profile nature of the case."A 14-year-old youth has appeared in court in New Zealand charged with the murder and aggravated robbery of backpacker Karen Aim from Orkney.Miss Aim, 26, was found dying...

Moral of the story: Never tease a croc - No S**t shirlock

A backpacker in Australia got the fright of his life when a massive crocodile he was "teasing" suddenly exploded from the water and nearly sank its teeth into him.  Responding with "I didn't realise that crocs were so aggressive" - please let me know...

British Man Dies of Suspected Drug Overdose in Goa

A strong tale of caution for those inclined to partake in the 'seedier' side of adventure travel."There was little left to show of a life cut short in a £2-a-night hotel room just a stone's throw from paradise. There were some old T-shirts, a handful of undeveloped films and...

Scottish backpacker stabbed to death after creationism row

"A bizarre row about evolution versus creationism led to an English backpacker fatally stabbing a Scottish backpacker during a fruit-picking trip to earn money for their travels."