Welcome to my little space on the Internet
Hello and welcome – I’m Taylor 🙂
I’m the persona & the voice behind The Holistic Backpacker – a travel blog dedicated to sharing wild adventures, trip itineraries, holistic wellness resources, and hiking trails from around the world.
Most of the time you’ll find me chasing mountains, camping under the stars, and waking up at ungodly hours to watch the sunrise rise in Banff National Park – my home base.
Other times you’ll find me backpacking Europe, road tripping, and camping wherever nature allows it.
Recent Posts
- 1 Month Albania Itinerary (4 Weeks): Beaches to Mountains
- How to Travel Banff Without a Car & 50+ Banff Hikes Accessible by Bus
- 25+ Epic Lake Louise Hikes (Frontcountry & Backcountry)
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Downloadable Travel Maps
I create destination-specific, mobile-friendly maps based on my own travels
They’re designed to take the research aspect out of planning your next trip and to act as a digital tour guide when you’re on-the-go.
These maps have hundreds of pins for:
Nature: Hikes, lakes, glaciers & waterfalls
Things to do: viewpoints & unique activities
Planning: Lodging, camping, restaurants, transit hubs & more
Points of interest: Beach towns, mountain villages, ski resorts, national parks & big cities
Culturally important sites: historical spots, religious places & museums
ps – subscribe to my emails to receive 25% off your first map!
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Recent Posts
- 1 Month Albania Itinerary (4 Weeks): Beaches to Mountains
- How to Travel Banff Without a Car & 50+ Banff Hikes Accessible by Bus
- 25+ Epic Lake Louise Hikes (Frontcountry & Backcountry)
- Budget Car Rentals in Canada + RV Rentals & Ride Share Options
- Complete Maja Rosit Hike Guide, Valbona (Albania’s Prettiest Hike)
- 1 Day Drumheller Itinerary + Seasonal Guide & Things to do
- Tips for the Mount Sinai Hike (Egypt) + Booking Information
- Best Banff Hotels (Organized by Category) for Your Next Trip to the Mountains
