If you’re planning a trip to South Africa and want to see lots of animals, but don’t have the time to embark Read More
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I’m excited to announce that GPSMyCity, an awesome partner I’ve had on this blog for years now, is giving readers of valthebackpacker.com Read More
Have you ever wanted to disappear into the wilderness for a weekend, disconnecting from all technology and getting a taste of a Read More
In early November of 2023, I decided I needed one last vacation before the end of the year, so I jumped on Read More
At the end of September 2023, I ventured to Quebec with my friend Katie for our first time exploring Montreal! This was Read More
Photo disclaimer — the beautiful images in this article were shot by my friend Clara, who kindly let me use them for Read More
If you enjoy the outdoors, buying a state parks pass every year is a must. In Minnesota, it’s $35 for an annual Read More
After many busy days of tours, sightseeing, and soaking in the sights of busy cities Bangkok and Chiang Mai, we headed to Read More
Chiang Mai is a city in the northern mountains of Thailand, known for its amazing excursions, incredible food, nightlife, and digital nomad Read More
After three airplanes, my first airport shower experience (shout out to Tokyo International Airport), and not much sleep, I arrived in Thailand Read More