Backpackers: Survey reveals Apple iPod or MP3 player as most essential item

TNT Magazine Travel Show 2008 has undertaken a survey on the most essential item for people who will be taking a gap year.

It has revealed that 32% or backpackers think that their iPod is the most important item to take, whilst a toothbrush came in at number 4 and spare pants at number 5.

Here is the full list:

1. An iPod/MP3 player – 32%
2. A mobile phone – 19%
3. A book – 14%
4. Toothbrush – 12%
5. Spare pair of pants – 6%
6. Deodorant – 5%
7. Sun-tan cream – 3%
8. Earplugs – 3%
9. First-aid kit – 2%
10. Waterproofs – 1 %

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If you’re a backpacker, do you agree with this list?

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