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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,…
45+ Delicious Places to Eat on Maui, Hawaii
Looking for the best places to eat on Maui? We’re sharing our must-visit Maui restaurants, coffee shops, and shave ice spots, from our three trips to the island! From more traditional Hawaiian food, to roadside stands and food trucks, to finer dining, Maui offers a wide variety of food experiences. We have visited the island…
How to hike the Pipiwai Trail to Waimoku Falls at Haleakalā National Park
The Pipiwai Trail is one of our favorite hikes on Maui! And we’re sharing everything to know before you hike it. We’ve been to Maui three times and after exploring the entire island, one of our can’t miss hikes is the Pipiwai Trail in Haleakalā National Park. This short hike packs quite the punch! In…
How to Visit Haleakalā National Park at Sunrise: Everything to know!
In this guide we’re sharing everything to know before visiting Haleakalā National Park at sunrise. Including how to get a reservation, what to bring, and more! It took us three attempts in 12 years to see the sunrise at Haleakalā National Park. On our first two trips to the island we woke up bright and…
9 Fun Things to Do at Haleakalā National Park on Maui
We’re sharing the best things to do at Haleakalā National Park, from epic volcanic hikes, to waterfalls and bamboo forests. Haleakalā is the first national park we ever visited, back in 2014! We’ll never forget driving up to the summit at 3 AM on our honeymoon, in complete darkness, with the goal of seeing the…
Staying at the Wai’anapanapa State Park Cabins: What to expect & pack!
In this guide we’re sharing how to stay at one of the most affordable spots along the Road to Hana, the Wai’anapanapa State Park Cabins! We have road tripped the Road to Hana a few times now, but on our third trip we decided to break up the long drive in two days and stay…
20+ Best Places to Visit in Arizona
We’re sharing over 20 of the best places to visit in Arizona, including desert hikes, charming towns, national parks, and hidden gems we’ve loved over the years. Out of all the incredible places we’ve traveled, Arizona is easily one of our absolute favorite states to explore. It’s especially nostalgic for Kathryn since she was born…
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