When I set off for Australia, I had no idea what I would find. There were moments of pure joy, times of struggle, and situations that, looking back, were downright ridiculous. Through it all, I found something I hadn't even realized I was looking for.
As a teenager, I watched Australia's Bicentennial celebrations and felt something click. I didn't just want to visit-I needed to go. Over a decade later, after university and a stressful first job, I finally made it happen. I packed my bags, left everything familiar behind, and entered a year of the unknown. Inside, you'll find: - Authentic experiences: The reality of backpacking, beyond the postcard moments.