Founder
Melissa Giroux founded abrokenbackpack.com in 2015. She is been living abroad since 2014. Originally Canadian, she has been living and working online in many destinations around the world. She is passionate about traveling, technology, entrepreneurship, and CrossFit.
She has traveled extensively in Asia, Oceania, Europe, and North America. She is now living in Thailand.
To learn more, head to our About page.
Everybody wants to escape somehow. Whether you’re trying to escape the Canadian coldness or simply relax and forget you ever got a job, there are many destinations awaiting you. Traveling from Canada isn’t the most budget-friendly option out there - and...
If you’ve been following my blog you know I tried to learn how to surf in Portugal in 2017. Back then I was scared of waves, I was lacking confidence in the water and I was definitely not thinking I’d ever surf again. Don’t get me wrong, I really enjoyed my experience...
What it’s like to be traveling on a luxury train travel in India, how to pick the right train/itinerary and how to get ready for the experience of a lifetime. Here's a unique way to experience traveling in India! India was on my list for years! I didn’t know if I was...
If you’re traveling to Paris for the first time, here are my top tips for a successful first time in the city! This article will answer questions like: how many days should you spend in Paris, things to do around Paris, and top tips for visiting Paris without going...
Make the most of your trip around Australia - a backpackers guide to Australia. You can surely visit Australia on a budget and I’m sharing my top tips for an epic backpacking/budget road-trip around Australia. Backpacking in Australia was one of my biggest life...
If you're looking for where to stay in Canggu, Bali, you've come to the right place. This complete guide will show you all the best places to stay in Canggu, depending on your needs. We'll cover everything from budget-friendly options to luxury resorts, so you can...
The United States is one of those places that if you haven’t been to, it always seems like a brilliant place to go visit on holiday. And if you think that, then you’re definitely not wrong. It’s got every climate you could want, whether you want to spend time in the...
Everything you need to know about Holi to celebrate safely, from the meaning of Holi to expectations vs reality. Get ready to experience Holi the right way! When I found out that I was going to India I realized I could make it for Holi! It was a quick decision and I...
Traveling from Ernakulam to Munnar by bus - The comfortable way & the local way. When it was time for us to leave Fort Cochin, we found out that there were only two options available to get to Munnar from Cochin; the AC bus or the local bus. When people decide to...
Backpacking Southeast Asia soon? In this guide, we'll help you figure out what to pack for backpacking Southeast Asia. We'll divide our Southeast Asia packing list into different sections to help you pack everything you need. When it comes to packing for Asia, it may...