“I haven’t been everywhere but it’s on my list.”
— Unknown
 

As you might have guessed, I'm Katy, or @backpackkat to those of you who know me better.

I am currently perched in Toronto, Canada. I’ve called NYC, Dubai, LA, India, and Switzerland home at various points in my life.

To date, I’ve been to 75 countries, countless cities (current count is about 297 I think), spanning more than 4 Continents, and I’m far from finished. Always recently back from somewhere.

I can show you the best way to maximize the pitiful amount of time off from work we get in North America so you can travel without losing the career you worked so hard for, AND take the trips you dream about from your cubicle (or, increasingly, your laptop at home).

Who says you can't have it all?

I hope this blog inspires you not to hold back and to travel, even if you only have a few days to do it. (Hint: long weekends, flight deals and holidays are your friends!) 

If you want to reach me, blog@backpackkat.com, or @backpackkat on the Socials is best. Links are up top, or join my mailing list to your right (top? left? depends! Here somewhere)!

QUICK FACTS:

  • Reality TV Junkie

  • 75 Countries

  • 299+ Cities

  • Competitive Latin Ballroom dancer

  • Champion Equestrian Rider

  • Amateur photographer

  • Can talk to a brick wall

  • Also enjoys prolonged silence

  • Will try anything once

FAVOURITES:

Food – Sushi
City – NYC
Countries –  Montenegro, Guatemala, Thailand, Egypt
Season – Summer
Experience – paragliding over Pokhara, Nepal