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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,…
The Ultimate Summer Alaska packing list (+ printable list!)
Unsure what to pack for Alaska? We’re sharing the ultimate summer Alaska packing list, plus a printable version you can download! Packing for a trip…you either love it or hate it (we personally love it)! While some trips are straightforward to pack for, packing for a destination as epic as Alaska may seem a bit…
RVing Alaska: Our top tips & things to know!
RVing Alaska is one of the best ways to experience The Last Frontier. In this guide we’re sharing all of our tips to RV in Alaska! In the summer of 2022 we traveled to Alaska in our self converted 2019 Mercedes Sprinter van. And it was hands down the BEST adventure of our lives! For…
19 Best US National Parks to Visit in September 2027
Looking for the best National Parks to visit in September? Explore stunning landscapes, vibrant fall colors, and pleasant weather in the most breathtaking national parks in the US! As the warmth of summer slowly gives way to the crispness of fall, September is the month that US National Parks reveal the arrival of autumn as…
The Perfect 2 days in Boston Itinerary
With a mix of history, city life, and delicious eats, Boston is a must-visit city in the United States. In this guide we’re sharing how to spend 2 days in Boston, including an itinerary, tips for visiting, where to stay, and more! For years we have dreamt of wandering around the Freedom Trail, eating some…
The 24 BEST hikes in Alaska
Looking for the best hikes in Alaska? We’re sharing 24 hikes in Alaska, which have epic mountain views, glaciers, gorgeous lakes, and more! We have been lucky enough to hike some epic trails all across North America. We’ve backpacked in the desert, wandered underneath giant Redwoods, strolled along rugged coastlines, and climbed daunting peaks. But…
The BEST things to do in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park (The largest in the US!)
In this guide we’re sharing the best things to do in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, plus everything you need to know to visit the park! After spending an incredible two months in Alaska, we ended our time in The Last Frontier by exploring the largest national park in the United States: Wrangell-St. Elias. And it…
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