Like many Australians, I have backpacked through Europe and the UK. At 23 this six month adventure was the most incredible experience of my life so far. We hired a car and spent four weeks exploring England, Wales, Scotland, and even crossed to Ireland, in very rough seas, on a car ferry. After that, we travelled for another five months through Europe by train, staying in hostels or renting small rooms in different cities. That trip was the beginning of my love affair with Europe.
Since then, I’ve returned to the UK and Europe many times, sometimes with friends, sometimes with family, and each trip has made me want to stay longer and keep discovering more.
Last year, I had the chance to travel through Europe on my own for seven months. I loved this experience and my love of Europe has only deepened. It’s in my DNA.
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