Venice is famous for being the city built on water. Yes. Very cool. Practical? Maybe not. Not only is the city slowly sinking, but the population on average is growing older and older as all the young people move away. Understandably too. I’m never bored, but a few hours walking along the canals, I was [...]
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Rome, Italy – Coliseum Lines and Nudity at the Vatican
It’s the third and final instalment of the visit to Rome. In this episode, Mother and Aunt and I visit the ancient Coliseum, enjoy a fun photo shoot and I get a bit indecent in St. Peter’s Square – one of the most religious squares in the world!
Rome, Italy Pt. II – Mom and Auntie Join the Journey
Christmas 2009 – I gave my mother ‘Backpack with Brock Bucks’. The conditions. Can only be used at an international destination otherwise…void. Basically, my way of saying: Mom, meet me somewhere. Fast forward 6 months and I’m in Rome, picking my mother and aunt up from the airport. This begins our 16 days, 7 city [...]
‘When in Rome’ – The Proposal!
Yes, after some form a heat stroke, Mindy and I thought it would be a brilliant idea to get ‘engaged’. Here is the product of our hilarious friendship!
Rome, Italy – Pt I – Unknown Soldiers and Dance Parties
After a week and a half of taking on Spain, France, Monaco and Italy – my journeys with Mindy had come to and end. We finish off our adventures strolling around Rome, visiting the tomb of the unknown soldier, eating some fine italian cuisine and dancing up a storm. Thank you for being such a [...]
The Leaning Tower of Pisa – Mindy Edition
Yes, I have already seen the Leaning Tower of Pisa once but it was so fun that I wanted to stop by again with Mindy. We take some fun photos and have a good laugh watching others taking the token Pisa photos!
The Cinque Terre, Italy – Hundred’s of Stairs & a Six Hour Hike
I had never heard of the Cinque Terre before Mindy told me about it. With no idea what to expect I was nothing short of blown away by the beauty of this part of Italy. In this episode, Mindy wishes she had brought a backpack like me, we do some laundry in the tub and [...]
Monaco – ‘Sorry, You Can’t Leave Your Bags…’
Heading from Nice, France, to the Cinque Terre in Italy, Mindy and I thought we’d try to see Monaco along the way. Easy as pie! We show up, leave our bags in a locker and explore for two hours before hopping on our next train. Ya, not so much. Apparently, it’s forbidden to leave your [...]
Nice, France – Wine on the Beach and Street Performer Madness
Since a 3rd grade project I did on Nice, France – I have always wanted to go to the coastal town. As expected, it did not disappoint. Mindy and I eat tasty pastries, chill on the beach and see some pretty hilarious street performers. Enjoy!
Barcelona, Spain – Funky Buildings & Bachelor Parties
After much planning, my newest travel companion Mindy joins the Backpack with Brock adventure. In this episode we check out some Gaudi architecture, eat yummy Tapas, visit a peculiar park and join the shenanigans of a bachelor party!
A Spanish Victory – The FIFA World Cup 2010 Final Game
Before I came to Europe, I didn’t even know what the World Cup was. Canada doesn’t even make it to the competition, let alone have a chance of winning it. (Hockey is our sport). As I spent more and more time in Europe however, I quickly learned that this sport is huge! I was in [...]
Madrid, Spain – Cerveza (beer), Football Fever and Toledo
Since my meeting Fran, Blanca, Esther and Macarena in Halong Bay, Vietnam – I have been looking forward to my visit to Madrid, Spain. As expected, seeing them again and experiencing their city was phenomenal. Fran takes me to drink cerveza and eat cured ham, I make a day trip to medieval Toledo and I [...]
Amsterdam, The Netherlands – Anne Frank House and Canada Day
When a city is known for it’s red light district, legalization of marijuana and overall good time, you can’t help but pay a visit. In this episode of Backpack with Brock, I do just that. I meet up with my friend Corey in Amsterdam where celebrate Canada Day, visit the Anne Frank House and make [...]
Florence, Italy – Amazing Food, The David and a Touch of Pisa
I have always wanted to go to Florence. I only knew about it from a movie. Arriving there, my first Italian stop, I could tell I was going to like it. From the best meal I’ve ever had, to the churches, architecture, a side trip to Pisa and of course…the ‘David’, Florence, Italy stole my [...]
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Zorb Globe Riding in Rotorua, New Zealand
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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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