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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…
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 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 hike to Sky Pond at Rocky Mountain National Park (Our favorite hike in the park!)
Visiting Rocky Mountain National Park? In this guide we’re giving all the details about our favorite hike in the park, Sky Pond via Glacier Gorge Trail, including road reservations, mileage, things to see along the way, and more! We visited Rocky Mountain National Park for the first time back in July 2017 and spent one…
Hiking the Emerald Lake Trail at Rocky Mountain National Park (+ Lake Haiyaha)
The Emerald Lake Trail is one of the best short hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park. In this guide we’re sharing how to hike the Emerald Lake Trail, plus how to add Lake Haiyaha to your route for even more beautiful scenery! During our first visit to Rocky Mountain National Park in July 2017, we…
How to hike Mount Elbert: The highest point in Colorado!
Ready to conquer one of Colorado’s famous 14ers? In this guide we’re sharing everything you need to know to hike Mount Elbert, the highest point in Colorado! Colorado is home to 58 mountain peaks that are over 14,000 ft, which are nicknamed 14ers. Despite visiting Colorado multiple times before, we had never attempted one and…
12 Day Southwest Colorado Road Trip Itinerary
Southwest Colorado is one of our favorite places in the United States. In this guide we’re sharing a detailed itinerary for a Southwest Colorado road trip, including Mesa Verde, Durango, Silverton, Ouray, Telluride, and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park! We have been to Colorado a few times and have always enjoyed it. But…
How to hike the Blue Lakes Trail in Southwest Colorado
Ready to hike the Blue Lakes Trail in Colorado? In this guide we’re sharing everything you need to know before hitting the trail. Including when to hike, what to expect along the trail, and more! If we crafted our perfect hike it would include green trees, rushing rivers, endless mountain views, and bright blue lakes.…
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