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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,…
How to backpack the Cutler Coast in Maine
Want to experience the rugged coastline of Maine? In this guide we’re sharing how to backpack the Cutler Coast, located in Downeast Maine. Backpacking has become one of our favorite activities. Being able to carry all of the gear we need to survive and hike miles into the wilderness, leaving most crowds behind, is one…
The ULTIMATE guide to driving the Kancamagus Highway in New Hampshire (Tips, the best stops, & MORE!)
The Kancamagus Highway is one of the most scenic drives in New Hampshire. And in this guide we’re sharing everything you need to know before hitting the road, including the best stops along the way. When looking for things to do in the White Mountains in New Hampshire, it’s almost a guarantee that you’ll hear…
The BEST things to do in the White Mountains in New Hampshire (+ Itineraries)
New Hampshire’s White Mountains are one of the most stunning regions of New England. In this guide we’re sharing tips, where to stay, and the best things to do in the White Mountains. One of the areas we were most excited to visit while on our New England fall road trip was New Hampshire’s White…
How to hike the Franconia Ridge Loop in New Hampshire’s White Mountains
Looking to hike one of the best hikes in New Hampshire? In this guide we’re sharing how to hike the Franconia Ridge Loop in the White Mountains. A couple years ago we learned about New Hampshire’s White Mountains and instantly added the region to our hiking bucket list. The rocky peaks we saw in photos…
7 Day Vermont Road Trip Itinerary
Looking for a perfect Vermont road trip? We’re sharing our itinerary from our 7 days in Vermont, including hikes, local businesses, and beautiful scenery! Visiting New England, especially in the fall, had been a US bucket list item for us for years. We dreamt of exploring charming small towns, hiking in the mountains, and seeing…
How to hike to the Bald Mountain Fire Tower in Vermont
Want to visit an awesome fire tower in Vermont? In this guide we’re sharing how to hike to Bald Mountain in Vermont’s beautiful Northeast Kingdom. For our final adventure in Vermont we headed to the Northeast Kingdom, a region in the northeastern part of the state, which is not only home to small towns, forests,…
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