It’s almost time for Backpack with Brock to head back home to Canada. While he is very excited for this, he also has a few concerns. This week on the Friday Five, he shares with you these concerns. Any suggestions?
The Friday Five – Tips to Not Get Robbed
It’s a very unfortunate thing getting robbed. And while it can happen at home, it’s a bit more inconvenient when you’re traveling. This week, I’m giving you 5 tips to prevent yourself from being a victim and ways to lose as little as possible if happens to you! Leave your own tips in the comments [...]
The Friday Five – Tips for Female Travellers
It’s a crazy edition of The Friday Five this week! With the help of some lady travellers, I’m bringing you 5 tips for traveling as a girl. Whether it’s solo or with a companion. Disclaimer: This video contains many laughs and lots of silliness. Easily one of the funnest videos to film so far. Thank [...]
The Friday Five – Stuff I Shouldn’t Have Packed
I sure spent a long time researching what to bring around the world and while I did pretty well, bringing only the essentials – there are a few select items I could have left at home. What have you brought traveling…that you should have forgot on the kitchen table instead? A special thanks to Julia [...]
The Friday Five – Traveler’s Etiquette
This week on the Friday Five, we’ve got more tips on traveling etiquette. As you are traveling the world you are often encountering many cultures and people along the way. These tips should help you not become disliked by those around you. Simple things that can take you far.
The Friday Five – Challenges of Backpacking
Backpacking/Travelling is fun. It’s exciting. It’s a fantastic adventure. Alas, it can also be quite a test and often a lot of work. This Friday, it’s 5 of the harder aspects of backpacking to help you prepare for them before you set out.
The Friday Five – Getting Healthy While You Travel
It’s never fun. You’re adventuring, having a fantastic time, seeing so many new things and meeting people from all over the world – and it hits you. That tickle in your throat. The aches. The runny nose. You, are sick. The next steps are very important. You must get better as quickly as possible. And [...]
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 [...]
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 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, [...]
The Friday Five – How to Remember Your Trip
You’re out there! Exploring the world! But once you get home, how do you remember it all? You’ll hopefully want to look back on your adventures, so this week on the Friday Five I’m giving you 5 ways to do just that. Whether it’s taking photos, writing in a journal or sending postcards, you’ll be [...]
The Friday Five – The 6 Month Anniversary Edition
It’s a special edition of the Friday Five this week. I have been on the road for 6 months now and seen quite a lot. Therefore, this week we’re going to look back on some of the most amazing sites along the way and toast to being halfway around the world. Thank you for all [...]
The Friday Five – Keeping in Touch with Home
When you’re out on the road, it is easy to get caught up in everything and forget to check in with those still at home. To help prevent this from happening, here are five helpful ways to keep in touch with your friends and family back home.
The Friday Five – Funny Items in Asian Stores
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A Ginormous Announcement: The Viator Dream Travel Job
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Zorb Globe Riding in Rotorua, New Zealand
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Snapshot: Florence, Italy – My First Italian City
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‘Bet Brock’ – Eat a Cobra
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Want to Place a Bet?
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Farewell Beijing – It’s Been…Great!!
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Guest Post: When Getting Best Value from your Travel Fund Isn’t the Cheapest Option
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Telling The Time in Ancient China
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Farewell Tokyo – Ni Hao Beiing!
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Konichiwa from Mt. Fuji, Japan
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Andi of My Beautiful Adventures: Wo ai Zhongguo! Have the best time!!!!!!...
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Andi of My Beautiful Adventures: I'm so delighted that you've fallen in love with...
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Andi of My Beautiful Adventures: I am sooooooo excited for you!!!!!!!...
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Andi of My Beautiful Adventures: Looks and sounds like such a lovely place!...
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Mal: HAHA I Love you Bro!!...
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