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“A confidence builder for readers with hearts full of wanderlust.“

Kirkus Reviews

Backpackers' Guide
to the Globe

Kim and Natasha are two fearless adventurers with more than sixty countries under their belts. Fuelled by curiosity and a hunger for exploration, both women have traveled extensively as solo female backpackers over the course of twenty years. Now they want to share their knowledge, stories, and advice in one place: Backpacker's Guide to the Globe. 

Aimed at female travelers of all ages who may be new to backpacking or a seasoned traveler still in need of some guidance, this guide is the ultimate resource for those who wish to explore what the world has to offer.

Written in an approachable and conversational style, this book presents practical advice as well as first-person narratives that reveal what it’s really like to travel alone as a woman. This guide will inspire readers to trust their instincts and embark on their own global adventures with confidence.

Available in select bookstores:
UK, EU, Australia & NZ

Meet the Authors


  • Author

    Kim is an adventurous spirit who has a contagious enthusiasm for exploration. With a knack for organizing, she loves dreaming up exciting events and has a taste for the unknown that fuels her wanderlust. When she's not off to some far away destination, this Asheville-based traveler can be found scaling a climbing wall or savoring a local craft beer with friends. A true optimist, Kim believes there's no better way to spend life than discovering the many stories the world has to offer.


  • Author

    Natasha is a worldly, passionate individual who has dedicated her life to giving back to others. She currently resides in Washington DC with her doting husband and spirited Boykin Spaniel. Her work as an International Disaster Response Specialist has led her on exciting international quests, spurring a deep connection to many of the cultures she’s visited. In her free time, Natasha finds solace in challenging herself physically at the rock-climbing gym and mentally by taking leisurely strolls with her beloved pup in the park.

“We hope our stories—written from a deep passion for travel, spirit of adventure, and thirst for knowledge—will leave you confidently inspired to purchase that plane ticket and figure the rest out along the way.”

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