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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,…
Where to stay near Yosemite National Park (Options for all budgets!)
Figuring out where to stay near Yosemite National Park is a bit daunting. We’re sharing all of the options, plus how to decide what is best for you! Unlike some National Parks, like Zion National Park and Grand Teton National Park, which are located close to one town and it’s pretty obvious where to stay,…
The 33+ BEST things to do in Yosemite National Park
Looking for the best things to do in Yosemite National Park? We’re sharing tons of ideas + tips to help you plan your own trip! With almost 4 million visitors a year, Yosemite is the 6th most visited National Park in the United States. And it’s easy to see why! With towering granite peaks and…
Our Essential Winter Hiking Gear
Looking for the best winter hiking gear? We’re sharing our personal favorites to keep you safe and warm on all your cold-weather adventures! Having lived in Washington State for three years, we went on countless winter hikes across the Pacific Northwest. Recently, we spent two epic weeks in Finland during the middle of winter, with…
The PERFECT 2 Days in Munich Itinerary
Visiting Munich, Germany? We’re sharing the perfect 2 days in Munich itinerary, including the top sights and best local eats. Plus where to stay, how to get around, and so much more! Back in December 2023, we were lucky to spend one month in Europe, with a couple of our main goals being to see…
29 German Christmas market foods and drinks to try
Ready to eat your way through German Christmas markets? We’re sharing 29 German Christmas market foods and drinks that you must try! Cheesy noodles. Delightful strudel. Warm, sugary almonds. Pillowy rolls covered in a sweet vanilla sauce. Fried apple rings. Hot bratwursts. Spiced drinks. Does that sound like your version of food heaven? Then you…
5+ Munich Christmas markets you MUST visit in 2026!
Looking for the best Munich Christmas Markets to visit? We’re sharing our 6 top markets, plus bonus market ideas! One of the top items on our travel bucket list was to visit Christmas markets in Europe. We dreamt of sipping on kinderpunsch while strolling through different stalls, trying new foods, admiring the twinkling lights, and…
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