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    I Forgot to Take Photos at Winnipeg Folk Fest (and here’s why)

    by Brenna Holeman July 19, 2018
    written by Brenna Holeman
    July 19, 2018
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    The Best Museums in Mississippi

    by Brenna Holeman May 24, 2018
    by Brenna Holeman May 24, 2018

    From the must-see Mississippi Civil Rights Museum to the brand-new Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience, here are some of the best museums in Mississippi.

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    Magic, Mystery, and… a Sphinx? The Hermetic Code Tour of Manitoba’s Legislative Building

    by Brenna Holeman April 23, 2018
    by Brenna Holeman April 23, 2018

    Why is there an Egyptian Sphinx on the roof of the Manitoba Legislative Building? Um, and is the Ark of the Covenant right here in Winnipeg?! The Hermetic Code Tour is one tour you definitely don’t want to miss.

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    A Tour of Western Canada with Topdeck Travel

    by Brenna Holeman April 5, 2018
    written by Brenna Holeman
    April 5, 2018
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    Where to See Wisteria in London

    by Brenna Holeman March 25, 2018
    by Brenna Holeman March 25, 2018

    With spring comes beautiful blooms in every colour. Here’s where to see wisteria in London this spring.

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    Where to Find Autumn Leaves in Central Japan

    by Brenna Holeman February 21, 2018
    by Brenna Holeman February 21, 2018

    One of the most beautiful seasons in Japan is autumn, and some of the best scenery can be found in Central Japan. Here’s where to go to see it for yourself.

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    Here Are Some Countries That Aren’t Shitholes

    by Brenna Holeman January 13, 2018
    written by Brenna Holeman
    January 13, 2018
    47 comments
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    An Open Letter to the Men Who Tell Me, “There’s A Reason You Travel Solo”

    by Brenna Holeman January 8, 2018
    by Brenna Holeman January 8, 2018

    An open letter to the men who try to insult me by saying, “There’s a reason you travel solo, sweetheart.”

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    13 Reasons You Have to Road Trip Scotland’s North Coast 500

    by Brenna Holeman December 30, 2017
    by Brenna Holeman December 30, 2017

    From mountains to beaches to Highland cows, Scotland’s North Coast 500 has it all. Here’s why you should consider making a road trip around the North Coast 500 your next adventure.

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    My 2018 Travel Goals

    by Brenna Holeman December 23, 2017
    written by Brenna Holeman
    December 23, 2017
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About Me

About Me

Hi, I'm Brenna

My name is Brenna Holeman and I drink a lot of whisky. No, wait. That’s not how I want to start. After travelling to more than 100 countries over the past 16 years, many of them solo, I tend to write about travel a lot, but I write about other things, too: getting dumped, buying way too much jewellery, and yeah, OK, whisky (none of those things are related, I swear). You’ll find a mix of advice, opinion pieces, and stories on this blog, but either way, I hope to make you want to read more. And up next? I'm now a single mom to a beautiful baby boy, the biggest solo adventure I've ever been on. For more about me and what you'll find on This Battered Suitcase, click here.

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INSPIRATION

Our battered suitcases were piled on the sidewalk again; we had longer ways to go. But no matter, the road is life." - Jack Kerouac

About Brenna

This Battered Suitcase is not only about the where and the how of travel, it's about the who and the why.

Originally from Canada, all I've ever wanted to do is travel. After eleven years of solo travel and over 90 countries, I'm currently living in London and fulfilling my other dream of becoming a writer. If I'm not travelling, I'm writing about it, either for my blog, my job, or my book. I firmly believe there is adventure everywhere, so long as you keep your eyes (and your mind, and your heart) open. Join me as I continue to look for these adventures. Hopefully you'll find your own, too.

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WHERE AM I?

Last stops: Manitoba, Canada

Currently: Manitoba, Canada

Up Next: Manitoba, Canada (are you sensing a theme?)

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Please note that some links on This Battered Suitcase are affiliates (at no extra cost to you); I only recommend products I use and love. This Battered Suitcase is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

INSPIRATION

"Our battered suitcases were piled on the sidewalk again; we had longer ways to go. But no matter, the road is life." - Jack Kerouac

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WINNIPEG, MANITOBA, CANADA

Last Stops: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Up Next:  Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

(AKA: STAY HOME)

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