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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!

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The Backpack with Brock Foodbyte – Ireland Edition

Some may think of it only as a drink and not as a meal. These people have never actually had a Guinness. Yep, the Irish Foodbyte is all about the fabulous Irish beer – Guinness.

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Dublin, Ireland – Pubs and Irish Jigs

Having experienced the quiet, laid back side of Ireland, I knew it was high time to hit a big city. Next stop, Dublin! Thriving and full of energy, Dublin earns it reputation. The Irish continued to be as friendly as in the rest of the country. As my visit in Ireland was coming to an [...]

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Bet Brock – Haggis Edition

In this edition of ‘Bet Brock’ I take on Haggis! While in Scotland, my Mother wanted me to give it a try and, never wanting to back down on a good challenge I walked into a pub, and ordered a good Scottish fry up – Haggis included! THANKS MOM!

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Knowle & Newcastle, England

It’s been a long time coming but Brock finally meets up with his friend Phil in the little village of Knowle. They take a tour of Stratford-upon-Avon to experience the history Shakespeare, enjoy a full English fry up then chill with the Krystic fam jam! Brock also makes a stop over in Newcastle to see [...]

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Zurich, Switzerland – A City and a Lake

Six months after meeting in Siem Reap, Cambodia, I arrived in Zurich, Switzerland to catch up with Pascal! On top of showing me around his beautiful city he and his HILARIOUS mother teach me how to make raclette – a traditional Swiss dish.

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Copenhagen, Denmark – Bring On The Rain!

Next stop on the Backpack with Brock world tour: Copenhagen, Denmark. I only get one day here so even with the rain, I take on the city. In fact, it turns out to be a pretty great day! I take a walk around and take in this truly beautiful city.

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Berlin, Germany – The Third Reich on a Bike

Guten Tag! Welcome to Berlin, Germany. One of my favourite cities I’ve seen, Berlin is full of history and very recent history at that. After taking a history of the Third Reich bicycle tour with my new pals, I check out the Jewish Memorial, Berlin Wall and an alternative circus festival. I cant wait to [...]

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The Backpack with Brock Foodbyte: Poland Edition

Yep. More delicious food coming your way! This time, from Poland. I chow down on some cabbage roles, perogies and…a special Jewish dish. Yum!

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The Friday Five – Saving Money in Europe

No doubt about it, Europe is expensive. But, if you do things in a certain way you’ll save a boat load of money. Therefore, this week on the Friday Five, I’m bringing you 5 tips to do just that. How did you save money in Europe? Leave your tips in the comments below!

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Visiting the Auschwitz Concentration Camps

I’ve learned about Auschwitz for years, but to find myself standing on the grounds of a camp that took so many lives was nothing I could have prepared for. I’ve never felt such a cold silence. The guides did a fantastic job of tactfully sharing the story of Auschwitz and informing the visitors more about [...]

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Krakow, Poland – Street Performers and a Salt Mine

As the train takes us from Vienna, Austria to Krakow, Poland and new country and culture begins. In this episode I find myself in a deep salt mine and enjoy some incredible street performers.

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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 [...]

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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 [...]

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