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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 have now lived in our self-converted Sprinter van for almost three years (give or take some months in Austin during COVID or for the holidays), 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…
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,…
1 Day in Hanoi Itinerary: The Best Spots in the City!
Experience culture, street food, and history all in just one day with our 1 day in Hanoi itinerary! Welcome to Vietnam’s bustling capital! Hanoi is over 1,000 years old, making it one of the most historic cities in the world. You’ll find a mix of ancient temples, French colonial architecture, and vibrant local life packed…
The 33 BEST Hikes in Glacier National Park
Looking for the best hikes in Glacier National Park? This guide includes details on each hike plus everything you need to know before you go! We’ve been lucky enough to visit Glacier National Park twice now, and it continues to be our favorite national park of all time! The scenery here is (WOW!) unreal. There…
1 Day in Ho Chi Minh City Itinerary: The Best Way to See the City
Heading to Vietnam? This 1 day in Ho Chi Minh City itinerary covers the top sights, best street food, where to stay, how to get around, and plenty of tips to make the most of your trip! In 2023 we spent 6 weeks exploring Vietnam, and our first stop was Ho Chi Minh City. Over…
13 Best Things to Do at Two Medicine in Glacier National Park
This guide covers everything you need to know for your trip to Two Medicine, including the best things to do, when to visit, how to get there, permits, and more! After visiting Glacier National Park in 2020 for the first time, it immediately became our favorite national park in the lower 48! Five years and…
The Ultimate 8 Day Eastern Oregon Road Trip Itinerary
Ready to explore the underrated side of Oregon? We’re sharing the ultimate 8 day Eastern Oregon road trip itinerary! When you think of Oregon, you likely think of the dramatic and rocky Oregon Coast, the quirky and delicious city of Portland, the stunning Cascades, or the seemingly endless waterfalls. And while these Western Oregon spots…
11 Fun Things to Do in Joseph, Oregon
Wondering what to do in Joseph, Oregon? Here are 11 of the best things to do while soaking up epic Wallowa Mountain views. Surrounded by the rugged peaks of the Wallowa Mountains (one of the 7 Wonders of Oregon!), Joseph feels like the kind of place that should be way more famous than it is.…
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