We target backpackers, independent travelers, gap-year students, career breakers, adventurous travelers, frequent flyers, and most obviously – passionate travelers.
Readers of AOB are from all over the world however 75% of the audience is reading from North America. AOB has a strong readership in Europe, Australia, and New Zealand as well. 71% of our readers are between 18-34. Although AOB targets all genders, our readers are 58% female / 42% male.
Our readers are always seeking off the beaten track destinations as well as a different approach to even well known destinations. I understand that you can only profit if you make more than you spend and thus we offer a very affordable way to promote your destination, service, or product.
Founded in December, 2008.
Statistics
- 8,000+ RSS Subscribers
- 11,100+ Facebook Fans
- 15,500+ Twitter Followers
- 900+ Email Subscribers
Social Media Trips and Press Trips
I accept product reviews, social media trips, and press trips. I’m a travel writer, photographer, and videographer. This is a great way to promote your destination, brand, or company. Please contact me at contact(at)artofbackpacking(dot)com for more information.
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Eat The World
With our iPhone app Eat The World, we promote local cuisine around the world. It’s an app that helps travelers discover local foods by city and region around the world.
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I just want to thank you for your blog. It’s amazing. You seem like a really good person and I’m sure you have so many experiences that money could not pay for. Your site inspires me. I thank you! – Mollie
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Part of the Navigate Media Group
Navigate Media Group brings brands to life by reaching the hearts and minds of consumers through personal storytelling.
Social media is no longer just an option. Brands that continue to devote their resources solely to traditional media will be left behind. It is an excellent complement to a traditional media plan, connecting with consumers on a personal level.
We are a group of professional travel bloggers – writers, photographers, video producers, marketers and digital media experts – redesigning travel blogging by creating a powerful media platform to engage and inspire consumers to act.
Please contact me at contact(at)artofbackpacking(dot)com
- Michael Tieso