I am a travel influencer who has visited over 159 countries. Here are the best destinations for first-time backpackers (and why they should avoid Hawaii and Australia)

Tom Grond left his government job 11 years ago - he's been traveling ever since. Here he reveals "cheap" and "affordable" places for first-time travelers. READ MORE: Expert Etiquette Tips for Dealing with Difficult Restaurant Times

A full-time traveler who hopes to visit every country in the world has revealed the best first-time destinations . time for backpackers to explore.

Seasoned backpacker Tom Grond left his nine-to-five government job 11 years ago and has been traveling ever since.

The 39-year-old Dutchman has now visited more than 159 countries, documenting his adventures on his TravelTomTom blog and various social media platforms.

His nomadic lifestyle attracted many people, inspiring people to undertake their own journeys and visit untouched corners of the globe.

Speaking to MailOnline Travel, Tom shared some 'cheap' and 'affordable' places first-time travelers can visit - and revealed the places to avoid.

Seasoned traveler Tom Grond (pictured) has shared his recommendations for where first-time travelers should explore. Here the 39-year-old is pictured in Bali, England Indonesia

I am a travel influencer who has visited over 159 countries. Here are the best destinations for first-time backpackers (and why they should avoid Hawaii and Australia)
Tom Grond left his government job 11 years ago - he's been traveling ever since. Here he reveals "cheap" and "affordable" places for first-time travelers. READ MORE: Expert Etiquette Tips for Dealing with Difficult Restaurant Times

A full-time traveler who hopes to visit every country in the world has revealed the best first-time destinations . time for backpackers to explore.

Seasoned backpacker Tom Grond left his nine-to-five government job 11 years ago and has been traveling ever since.

The 39-year-old Dutchman has now visited more than 159 countries, documenting his adventures on his TravelTomTom blog and various social media platforms.

His nomadic lifestyle attracted many people, inspiring people to undertake their own journeys and visit untouched corners of the globe.

Speaking to MailOnline Travel, Tom shared some 'cheap' and 'affordable' places first-time travelers can visit - and revealed the places to avoid.

Seasoned traveler Tom Grond (pictured) has shared his recommendations for where first-time travelers should explore. Here the 39-year-old is pictured in Bali, England Indonesia

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