After a fantastic time in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil I headed about 4 hours south to a lovely little place called Paraty. Complete with beaches, nature and even an old quarter with cobblestone streets, Paraty is a wonderful place to visit. The best and my personal favourite part about Paraty is the rock waterfall you can slide [...]

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Pt. II: Dancing at the Samba School
In Part II of Rio do Janeiro, Brazil, Brock cooks up a storm with his new travelling buddies Katie, Julia and Leila, chills on the Copacabana beach, then dances up a storm at the Samba School, one of the many great things to do when in the coastal city. The night’s festivities, full of dancing, [...]

The Friday Five – Packing for Long Train Journeys
Canada is a big country. Actually, no, big doesn’t cut it. Canada is GIGANTIC!! I needed to get out west and while flying is the quickest option, I wanted to see the landscape of Canada. So, I hopped on a two and a half day train journey across the country (and I didn’t even go [...]

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – Sunset on Sugar Loaf
My week in London, England was the relaxing break I needed after spending nearly a month in Kenya. Now, with 31 countries and over 9 months of backpacking under my belt, it was time to venture to the final continent of my RTW journey: South America. My first stop would be the continents largest country, [...]

London, England – Big Ben, Big Shows, Big London
Finishing off my journey through Kenya, I make my way back to London, England where I catch up with some friends, peruse around the city and check out some big ticket shows!

The Masai Mara, Kenya – Witnessing The Great Migration
For as long as I can remember I have dreamed of experiencing The Great Migration. Over 2 million creatures, from mainly wildebeest, gazelle and zebra, make their way from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara. This annual expedition, one of the greatest of the animal kingdom, is one of both beauty and tragedy. Crossing the [...]

The Friday Five – The Future of Backpack with Brock
Check out this week’s Friday Five for the latest on what’s soon to come on Backpack with Brock. What do you want to see on the new website? Leave it in the comments below! Watch more Lhasa videos at tripfilms.com

The Backpack with Brock Foodbyte: England Edition
In this edition of the Backpack with Brock Foodbyte we are in lovely England, where my honorary English Ma and Pa – The Krstics – treat me to cup after cup of delicious tea! Enjoy!

Maragua, Kenya – Bizarre Gifts, Warm Welcomes and Lessons on Water
The final community I visit on my cross country Kenyan tour is Maragua District in Central Province. Staying with my friend Charles, his community makes me feel very welcome, showers me with gifts and show me the projects they have been working very hard on. During my stay, I am also educated on the lengths [...]

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Zorb Globe Riding in Rotorua, New Zealand
January 13, 2010
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Want to Place a Bet?
October 30, 2009
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‘Bet Brock’ – Eat a Cobra
April 21, 2010
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‘The Backpack With Brock Food Byte’ – Australian Veggimite & Tim Tam’s
February 8, 2010
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The Great Ocean Road Trip
February 4, 2010
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Five Things To Do And See In The Newcastle, UK Region
January 12, 2012
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Escape The Busy London And Find Calm in Cumbria – England’s Lake District
January 4, 2012
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Happy New Year – Here’s to 2012!
January 2, 2012
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7 Subway Transportation Systems From Around The World
December 19, 2011
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It’s My Birthday!: A Look Back on 2011
December 16, 2011
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