Join Cally, a spirited 24-year-old, as she embarks on the ultimate budget backpacking adventure with just $5,000 and a backpack, accompanied by her boyfriend and best friend. In her candid diary entries, Cally shares the exhilarating highs and challenging lows of their three-month journey. Share in the breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps and the chaos of navigating the bustling streets of Venice.

Experience the transformative power of travel as Cally dives into the history and culture of each destination, forging lifelong bonds with fellow travelers and unearthing surprising depths within herself. With an engaging and relatable writing style, Cally’s narrative inspires readers of all ages. From the awe-inspiring ancient ruins of Rome to tearful moments under starlit skies in an enchanting country, this travel memoir is an essential for wanderlust-filled souls.

Whether you are a seasoned explorer or an aspiring adventurer, “The Diary of a Budget Backpacker” is an enthralling tale that captures the allure of adventure, the richness of diverse cultures, and the enchantment of the unknown. Discover the joy of wanderlust, embrace the thrill of new experiences, and let this remarkable memoir transport you to the heart of exploration and self-discovery.

Born in the small town of Alpena, Michigan, Cally’s passion for travel blossomed during her college years. She embraced every opportunity to explore as she eagerly spent her spring and winter breaks traveling and volunteering with a group called Alternative Breaks. Following her expedition through Europe, Cally continued on to backpack Southeast Asia, hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, and travel the US in a tiny home school bus that she built out with her husband. She is determined to keep exploring and crossing off destinations from her ever-growing travel bucket list.