From the thrifty wanderer to the novice party-goer, meet the diverse group of personalities you’re likely to encounter on your backpacking journeys across the globe. The Thrifty Nomad: Making Every Penny Count The Thrifty Nomad is a backpacker who turns budget travel into an art form. They can be found bunking in the cheapest hostels, hitchhiking or walking great distances to avoid transportation costs, and their backpacks often carry the battle scars of countless adventures. This person will look like they haven’t showered in weeks with impressive dreadlocks to prove it. Their resourcefulness is unparalleled, stretching funds to last months…