Stop number two on our journey to the Indian north, it’s Mumbai. One of the largest and most advanced cities in India, Mumbai to some is known as Bombay. During our visit, we check out the Gateway of India, Elephanta Island, and give our stomachs a break with some McDonalds. Yes, I know, gross right? [...]
Archive | August, 2010
Goa, India – A Train from Hell with a Paradise Finish
The time has come. After 5 weeks in the little town of Srivilliputtur, Darren and I were finally on the move again. Destination: Goa! We expected things would be pretty wonderful in Goa, but getting there wasn’t so easy. 8 hours by bus and another 19 hours on the worst train I have been on [...]
The Friday Five – How to Pass the Time While Waiting
No matter how or where you are traveling, you will probably spend some time waiting for your train or your connection in an airport. For some people, this can be boring and annoying. But for others, like myself, this is a fantastic opportunity to either catch up on some things or get creative with the [...]
A Postcard Thank You!
Just a little thanks to you all for your support, watching the videos and coming along with me on this incredible adventure!
An Indian Short: Getting a Haircut
Back home, I get a hair cut every month or two. Things change though when you are travelling, and four months into the adventure I was sporting quite the shag. Due to the stifling heat and humidity in the south of India, this shag of mine was becoming quite the bother, so, I figured it [...]
The Friday Five – Building Your Budget
It’s a very important part of planning your trip – creating a budget. Though not everyone does it, I think it’s very helpful in staying on track and helping you travel longer and with ease. Use these 5 categories to put your budget together and get an idea of what you can afford each day [...]
Srivilliputtur Pt. II – Life in a little Indian Village
Though sometimes if not most times it was challenging, our time in the little village of Srivilliputtur flew by. Each day was full of challenges and tests, and as each one passed our skin became a little thicker and patience a little thinner. Nevertheless, we had some fantastic experiences and met some great people. In [...]
The Friday Five – Surviving Southern India
Alright folks, if you are planning or considering a trip to India – this ones for you. My four weeks in Southern India were some of the toughest, most challenging days I have ever experienced. The dust, the noise, the fact that nothing makes sense – well, it eventually gets to you. Having said that, [...]
The Tibetan Adventure
If you watch only one video on Backpack with Brock – make it this one. While traveling through Tibet, you must have a guide with you. During my 10 day Tibetan adventure, along with Selma and Esther from the Netherlands, we had a fantastic guide name Sonam. As a way of showing our graditude for [...]
The Friday Five – When I Get Home…
It’s official. I have been backpacking for 7 months now. I feels like yesterday the Friday Five was celebrating 6 months – where does the time go? This week on the Friday Five, it’s the 5 things I am looking forward to most about going home. There’s a lot of things that day by day, [...]
An Indian Short: Riding the Bus
Riding the bus in India is an experience like no other. It’s crowded, it’s hot and it’s loud. This video is a collection of some our Indian bus riding experiences. Could you handle it?
Kanyakumari & Kovalam: Beaches, Buses and Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
It’s part three of the India Diaries and in this episode we are taking a vacation from our little Indian town. Our first weekend trip is to the most southern tip of India, then we head to India’s communist state – Kovalam. Along the way we meet an adorable kid on the bus, ‘chill’ on [...]
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Zorb Globe Riding in Rotorua, New Zealand
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Want to Place a Bet?
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‘Bet Brock’ – Eat a Cobra
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‘The Backpack With Brock Food Byte’ – Australian Veggimite & Tim Tam’s
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The Great Ocean Road Trip
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At a Glance: New Hampshire Road Trip – Day Four
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A Ginormous Announcement: The Viator Dream Travel Job
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At a Glance: New Hampshire Road Trip – Day Three
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At a Glance: New Hampshire Road Trip – Day Two
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At a Glance: New Hampshire Road Trip – Day One
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