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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,…
8 Must-Visit Minnesota North Shore State Parks
Planning a trip in Minnesota? We’re sharing the 8 best Minnesota North Shore state parks to visit along the way. Including the best things to do in each, tips for visiting, what to pack, and everything you need to know before you go!If you’ve ever driven up Minnesota’s North Shore, you already know that it’s…
15 Fun Things to Do in Kings Canyon National Park
Looking for the best things to do in Kings Canyon National Park? We’re sharing our favorite hikes and quick stops, plus tips to help you plan your own trip! Compared to some of the other California National Parks, we hadn’t heard much about Kings Canyon before visiting. And wow, this park totally blew our (admittedly…
General Sherman Tree & Congress Trail: The Ultimate Giant Sequoia Hike!
We’re sharing everything you need to know to hike Sequoia National Park’s General Sherman Tree and Congress Trail, the best Giant Sequoia hike! No visit to Sequoia National Park is complete without seeing the park’s iconic Giant Sequoias. These are the largest trees on Earth by volume and only grow on the western slopes of…
The Perfect One Day in Sequoia National Park Itinerary
Looking to spend just one day in Sequoia National Park? We’re sharing the perfect Sequoia National Park itinerary if you’re short on time! Home to both the largest trees in the world, plus the highest point in the lower 48, Sequoia National Park is a park of epic proportions. Here you can wander among giant…
The 17 Best Things to Do in Sequoia National Park
Looking for the best things to do in Sequoia National Park? We’re sharing tons of ideas + tips to help you plan your own trip! Want to feel like a tiny speck on this planet? Head to Sequoia National Park! Located in California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains, Sequoia National Park is a park full of giants.…
25 Best Places to Visit in Washington State (That are loved by locals!)
Planning a trip to the Evergreen State? We’re sharing 25 of the best places to visit in Washington State, for all types of travelers. Before we hit the road full-time in our Sprinter van, we spent three amazing years living in Seattle and exploring as much of Washington State as possible. And even after visiting…
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