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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,…
What to eat in Finland: 15 Traditional Finnish Foods to try (and where to find them!)
From Lohikeitto to korvapuusti, Finland is overflowing with delicious foods. And we’re sharing the top 15 traditional Finnish foods that you must try while exploring Finland. It’s no secret that a big part of why we love to travel is the FOOD! In our opinion, one of the best ways to experience a new culture…
How to visit the Korouoma Canyon Frozen Waterfalls in Finland
Looking for a fun day trip in Finnish Lapland? Look no further than the Korouoma Canyon frozen waterfalls! This 30 km (18.6 mile) long canyon was formed during the ice age, when ice fractured bedrock that was millions of years old. And in the winter it turns into a magical, icy wonderland, with numerous frozen…
The PERFECT 2 Day Zion National Park Itinerary and Tips!
Will you be visiting Zion National Park soon? This perfect 2 day Zion National Park itinerary will show you the best way to see as much of the beautiful park as possible in just 2 days. Plus we include tons of suggestions of additional things to do, places to eat and all of the tips…
14 FUN things to do in Finnish Lapland in the winter
From magical snowy trees, to the Northern Lights, and reindeer, we’re sharing 14 fun things to do in Finnish Lapland in the winter! If you’re looking for the ultimate winter wonderland, look no further than Finnish Lapland! Here you can see an endless sea of snowy trees (it snows 200+ days per year!), soak in…
12 Best Hikes in Zion National Park with Insane Views
Zion National Park is easily one of the most popular national parks in the United States. And we aren’t just saying that, it was the 2nd most visited park in 2024 with almost 5 million visitors! And we totally understand why it’s so popular. The scenery around the park is jaw-dropping, and all of the…
What to expect on the overnight train from Helsinki to Rovaniemi (Santa Claus Express)
Planning to take the Santa Claus Express overnight train from Helsinki to Rovaniemi? In this guide we’re sharing what to expect on the ride, plus helpful tips. Rovaniemi, Finland is said to be the official home of Santa Claus. So what better way to get there than on the Santa Claus Express overnight train? This…
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