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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,…
13+ FUN things to do in Campbell River on Vancouver Island (+ 2 day itinerary)
In this guide we’re sharing the best things to do in Campbell River on Vancouver Island, plus where to stay, our favorite places to eat, and more! For the second stop on our two week Vancouver Island Road Trip we headed northeast of Tofino to the beautiful city of Campbell River! After an incredible couple…
12+ FUN things to do in Tofino on Vancouver Island! (+ 3 day itinerary)
Heading to Vancouver Island? In this guide we’re sharing the best things to do in Tofino, plus tons of information to plan your trip and a three day itinerary! One of the biggest highlights during our Journey to Alaska in 2022 was finally getting to spend more time on Vancouver Island. We visited the island…
The Trail of Ten Falls: the BEST waterfall hike in Oregon!
In this guide we’re sharing everything you need to know to hike the Trail of Ten Falls at Silver Falls State Park. One of the top things we think of when we think of Oregon are waterfalls! There are at least 238 waterfalls in the state and along the Trail of Ten Falls you get…
How to have an EPIC Southern Oregon Coast Road Trip! (The BEST things to do + 3 day itinerary!)
Want to have an epic Southern Oregon Coast road trip? In this guide we’re sharing the best stops, where to stay, and a 3 day itinerary! Back when we lived in Seattle, one of our favorite places to visit on the weekends was the Oregon Coast. With a mix of stunning beaches, fun hiking trails,…
15 BEST things to do at Crater Lake National Park in Oregon
In this guide we’re sharing the best things to do at Crater Lake National Park, plus how to get to the park, where to stay, & more! Back in September 2018 we first visited Crater Lake National Park in Oregon, which at the time, was actually our 10th national park. And we couldn’t think of…
How to hike the Fern Canyon Trail in Redwood National Park (Permit info, what to bring, & more!)
Want to experience the magic of Fern Canyon in Redwood National & State Parks? In this guide we’re sharing everything you need to know to hike the Fern Canyon Trail, including important permit information! While Redwood National Park may be known for its towering coastal redwoods (the tallest trees in the WORLD), one of our…
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