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Our Van Conversion Cost, Tour, & Mistakes
In this post we’re sharing our van conversion cost, plus all of the items we used, the mistakes we made, and so much more! WE DID IT!!!! After almost 7 months of blood (not much thankfully!), sweat (the Texas heat is no joke!), and many tears (mostly Kathryn lol), we FINISHED OUR VAN CONVERSION! And…
6 upgrades to our van conversion (after 3+ years of van life)
In this post we are sharing upgrades we made to our van conversion after 3+ years of van life. After over 3 years of almost full time van life in our van Brisket, we’ve made some upgrades! Back in 2019, we bought a 2019 170 WB Mercedes Sprinter van and spent 7 months converting it…
Our must-have items for van life
We lived in our self-converted Sprinter van for over 6 years, and over time we’ve learned a lot about what items are truly helpful to have while on the road and in our smaller space. And in this post we are sharing our must-have items for van life, ranging from daily used items in the…
The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Rocky Mountain National Park
Visiting Rocky Mountain National Park? In this detailed guide we’re sharing everything you need to know before you visit, the best things to do in Rocky Mountain National Park, sample itineraries, and more! Back in 2017 we visited Rocky Mountain National Park for the first time while on a 4 day Colorado road trip, which…
The ULTIMATE Utah National Parks Road Trip Itinerary (10 days)
Hoping to explore Utah’s national parks? In this guide we’re sharing a detailed itinerary for a 10 day Utah national parks road trip! With red rocks, canyons, rivers, hoodoos, arches, and so many other mind blowing natural features, Southern Utah is a GEM in the United States. You could spend a lifetime in just the…
Van Life FAQs: Our van, logistics, daily routine, & more!
Interested in van life? In this blog we’re sharing the questions we get asked the most about van life, from why we chose our van, our build, logistics, our daily routine, and more! On January 25, 2019, we took a huge leap of faith and bought an empty cargo Sprinter van to turn into a…
3 Days in Seattle Itinerary: Local’s Guide
Heading to Seattle? Our 3 days in Seattle itinerary + guide is full of must-see attractions, coffee shops, and restaurants, perfect for first-timers to Seattle (or Seattleites looking for ideas for their next weekend adventure). We first visited Seattle in 2014 and fell madly in love with the city. It truly has everything–tons of parks,…
10 BEST Day Trips from Ljubljana, Slovenia (Less than 2 Hours Away!)
Within just two hours, you can visit Slovenia’s most famous sights, including Lake Bled, Vintgar Gorge, Postojna Cave, and even the Adriatic coast. In this guide, we’re sharing 10 of the best day trips from Ljubljana, with tips on what to do, how to get there, and tour options. We spent 12 days in Slovenia…
5 Day Glacier National Park Itinerary: See the BEST of the park!
Have 5 days to spend at Glacier National Park? We’re sharing a 5 day Glacier National Park itinerary that covers the best areas of the park! With over 3 million visitors a year, Glacier National Park is the 10th most visited park in the country, despite only being fully open a few months out of…
The Perfect 3 Day Glacier National Park Itinerary for First-Time Visitors
We’re sharing the perfect 3 day Glacier National Park itinerary for first-timers, with different options to craft your perfect trip! Glacier National Park is an outdoor lover’s dream! With lush meadows, glacial peaks, blue lakes, rushing waterfalls, and wildlife galore, every inch of the park looks like it is from a painting. And if you…
Top 10 Best Hikes on the Big Island of Hawaii
Heading to the Big Island soon? We’re sharing the 10 best hikes on the Big Island, from short scenic trails to challenging treks with epic payoffs. Plus, we’ll cover what you need to know about each one! Hiking on the Big Island feels completely different from anywhere else in Hawaii. Since the Big Island is…
How to hike Glacier National Park’s Pitamakan-Dawson Loop
The Pitamakan-Dawson Loop is one of the best hikes in Glacier National Park and we’re sharing everything you need to know to tackle it! Glacier National Park has no shortage of incredible hikes to explore. During our multiple trips to Glacier, we’ve been able to hike many of the park’s best trails, but one of…
International Selkirk Loop: An Epic US & Canada Road Trip!
We have spent years exploring the Pacific Northwest and Inland Northwest, from the rugged Oregon coastline, to the lush Washington rainforests and endless mountain peaks. And without a doubt, one of the best road trips we have been on in the Northwest is the International Selkirk Loop! What is the International Selkirk Loop you may…
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