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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,…
Machu Picchu’s Huayna Picchu hike: Everything to know! (Wayna Picchu)
Want to see a new perspective of Machu Picchu? Tackle the Huayna Picchu hike! We’re sharing everything you need to know to hit the trail! For many visitors, seeing Machu Picchu from within the citadel is the pinnacle of the Machu Picchu experience. But for those looking for an extra challenge (and a totally new…
10 BEST things to do on the Bonavista Peninsula in Newfoundland, Canada
Hands down one of our favorite places in Newfoundland is the Bonavista Peninsula! Located on the eastern side of the island, about 3.5 hours northwest of St. John’s, this area is known for being one of the most scenic areas in the province. And we couldn’t agree more! Which says a lot, because the entire…
Machu Picchu Circuits in 2026: Which is the best?
Struggling to decide between the Machu Picchu circuits? We’re sharing details about all 10 options, plus which we think is the best. One of the toughest decisions to make when visiting Machu Picchu is which circuit to choose. As of June 2024, Machu Picchu has 3 total circuits, with 10 different route options. And each…
How to get to Machu Picchu (All of the options!)
We’re sharing all of the options of how to get to Machu Picchu, including treks, tours, and going on your own! Machu Picchu is a bucket list item for many visitors to Peru. But tucked into the jungle, with no roads to major towns, it is not the most straightforward pace to get to. Getting…
Visiting Machu Picchu in 2026: A step by step guide!
Visiting Machu Picchu in 2026? We’re sharing a complete guide on how to visit Machu Picchu. Including the different circuits, important tips, and more! No visit to Peru is complete without seeing Machu Picchu. Named one of the 7 New Wonders of the World, this historic Inca site is not only filled with impressive architecture,…
The Ultimate Salkantay Trek Packing List
Tackling the Salkantay Trek? We’re sharing the ultimate Salkantay Trek packing list so you bring everything you need along the way! We have done many backpacking trips in the US and Canada, but the Salkantay Trek in Peru was one of our first international multi-day hiking trips. And it was quite a bit different! Instead…
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