Some trips were for work (Antarctica for me) and I threw in a few marathons at times (Paris and Berlin) to keep us honest. Our travels have been a huge and continuing joy made so by the help of so many gorgeous people we have dealt with from Back Track Adventures like yourself.
Number of countries visited:
Elizabeth: 30
Gordon: 32
Aisle or window:
E: Aisle but Window if in Business Class
G: Window
Plane, train, boat or car: All
Our last travel destination was: Japan, Switzerland, France, Hong Kong.
Our next travel destination is: Singapore and Japan
Other than the basics (passport, bank card, etc), I never forget to pack:
E: 4711 Eau de Cologne and Sunlight Soap.
G: Chargers and country specific plugs
We love to travel because: it opens up new places and experiences.
First thing we do in a new city is: Try to get orientated in time and place
Worst place I’ve been lost was: Never been lost
We can’t stop going back to: Paris – we’ve done ten trips!
We’ve always wanted to go to:
E: Russia
G: Iceland
We’ve never wanted to go to: We would go anywhere!!
A place that surprised us was: Helsinki Airport Finland
A must-know phrase in every language is: Thank you
Our favourite trip so far has been:
E: Hurtigruten ship up the west coast of Norway
G: Going on the Aurora Australis (Australian Icebreaker) to Antarctica three times
Where to Travel in 2025? Back Track team picks
As we start the new year, the Back Track Adventures team is brimming with excitement about their travel plans. Whether it’s first-time explorations, long-awaited returns,