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Bonnie Rush

Bonnie is always on the road with some amazing adventures ahead. Her favorite continent is South America and she’s passionate about culture-focused traveling and ethical and sustainable tourism. During her time in university as a research assistant for a sociology professor, she realized she can’t fully understand cultures from a safe distance. She quit her job to become a full-time “voluntourist,” which brings her to places where she can immerse in local communities and support their causes. On top of writing, one of Bonnie’s priorities is offering women advice on how to stay safe while solo backpacking.

Hopping Techniques You Can Utilize

December 19, 2018 by Bonnie Rush

When buying hops to brew at home or in a small brewery, the quality of hops you acquire is key to the quality of your beer. Not only that you need to understand the different …

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Uplifting Vacation Options to Help Heal a Broken Heart

December 12, 2018December 7, 2018 by Bonnie Rush

Breakups are very unfortunate events, and trying to move on after that can be quite the challenge. Some people find it so hard to move on after a breakup that they think it is just …

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Everything You Need to Know About That Can of Beer You’re Holding

April 15, 2019November 9, 2018 by Bonnie Rush

Whether it’s your drink of choice every night out or you find the taste too strong for your preference, no one can deny how beer is a staple in every bar, club, or restaurant almost …

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Fearless Solo Travel: Backpacking Tips for the Ladies

September 19, 2018 by Bonnie Rush

Traveling solo can be daunting and dangerous, especially if you’re a woman. But it’s also one of the most rewarding things you can do, especially at a time like this. They say that backpacking is …

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Categories A Backpacker’s Life
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Go Zero Waste When Traveling with These Tips

September 7, 2018 by Bonnie Rush

Traveling is a fun, rewarding, and oftentimes, enlightening experience. But one thing you’ll realize along the way is how much waste and carbon footprint you’re leaving. That is not to say, however, that you’ll be …

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Categories Responsible Travel
Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam

Exploring Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam’s Storied, Pulsating Capital

August 8, 2018 by Bonnie Rush

Vietnam conjures up harrowing images of war and demonstrations. At a young age, I already had a rough sketch not only of the brutal conflict in Indochina, but also the one waged at home. Naturally, …

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6 Places to Visit for Sustainable Travel

March 18, 2019April 23, 2018 by Bonnie Rush

Responsible ecotourism is fast becoming a popular way for environmentally-conscious people to travel. From what was once a loose concept, it has evolved into a legitimate conservation movement that organizations and governments worldwide lead. Operators …

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5 Ways to Travel Responsibly

April 2, 2018March 4, 2018 by Bonnie Rush

As someone who’s lived on the road for six years, I’ve been lucky enough to explore all kinds of places and know many cultures in depth. But traveling is as unsettling and awakening as it …

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Brooke Verlini

Brooke Verlini

Brooke caught the travel bug at the young age of 17. All alone with a worn out rucksack, she left their small family farm and set out to see the world. Reticent but intrepid, backpacking is now her way of life, and My Travel Backpack is an archive of her journeys across place and time.

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Bonnie likes to take things slow and has been wandering the globe since 2012. Her favorite places are those that leave her permanently unsettled. A sociology graduate and student of nature, she offers practical insights on how to make the most of traveling on a budget.


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Nikolaj took a gap year in 2015. Then it became three years of exploring Southeast Asia and doing odd jobs on the side. And he has no plans of stopping. When he’s not out hiking, cycling, or meeting new people, he’s in his hammock reading a book or writing poems.

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