PARASAILING MAKARSKA, CROATIA If you truly want to soak up the culture, the most direct way is by soaking up the local spirits. In the spirit of taking a break from traveling while they.....travel... the Diemers invest in the cheapest bottle of Loza they can find and get to work learning about this unknown Croatian treasure.
Read MoreThe Skocjan Caves in Slovenia make Tim and Fin further amazed that earth is earth and not actually Disney making things look nice.
Read MoreKrka waterfalls VS Plitvice Lakes- If you can only do one, know that you can swim in Krka waterfalls. While it’s teeming with other tourists, it’s also an absolute blast and set in a beautiful national park. Plitvice Lakes are a much more tranquil and hands off experience, although they are surrounded by great hiking paths.
Read MoreTripped: Episode 3 starts off with a blast. Jet lagged at 4am we spontaneously decide to road trip to Croatia (Germany was too cold, duh). With only 3 hours of sleep but a liter of "Power Up" we get ready to tackle the day. To our surprise we can't even get out of the country before we need a nap. When the weather turns poor so does our moods and Allison declares she is the "happiest she's ever been to find a McDonnalds". Alls well that ends well: the next day touring the city of Salzburg was totally worth the trip! Talk about detour!
Read MoreThe first three days of our around-the-world adventure begin in Nuremberg, Germany. Come along as we explore the old city.
Read MoreIf you're looking to learn more about what travel insurance is, how to buy it, and what our experience was like buying insurance through World Nomads, read on through our review! In our in depth review of World Nomads, we disclose both the pros and the cons their benefits and coverages.
Read MoreIn all the prep, planning and saving for your upcoming trip, don't forget to pick up an International Driving Permit before you leave home. Getting your International Driving Permit isn't as fun and sexy as picking out your new swimsuit for your trip, but you're going to be glad you have it when the time comes. Here are three reasons
Read MoreThinking about renting from Wicked Campers for your upcoming New Zealand campervan roadtrip? Here's an in depth look at what to expect from your rental, as well as our review of the experience.
Read MoreCongratulations! It's finally happening. Whether it took you days or years to pull the trigger, you've booked a flight to the other side of the world to see the Sounds, run with the sheep, and follow in Frodo's footsteps.
Before you land in Kiwi country, here's a few things that you'll be happy to have in your [figurative] back pocket.
Read MoreWe’re taking you along on one of the most quintessential things to do in New Zealand- The Tongariro Alpine Crossing. We thought the Tongariro day hike was the best hike we did during our six week visit to New Zealand. That’s probably the least controversial opinion anyone could have by the way. On the trek, hikers get to see volcanoes, march up Mt Doom (Mount Ngauruhoe), and visit Red Crater, Blue Lake and the Emerald Lakes.
Read MoreABEL TASMAN - South Island New Zealand Campervan Roadtrip Last week on the South Island of New Zealand in Abel Tasman on our campervan roadtrip! Don’t worry….we luck out and it rains almost the entire time. Come with us as we go cockle hunting with locals. Don’t know what a cockle is? Neither did we! We’ll also explore bits of the Abel Tasman track through the National Park and spend some time on Apple Beach. One of the coolest places we visited in New Zealand was Pupu Springs (Te Waikoropupū Springs). In this completely impossible to pronounce area visitors can check out the purest water outside of Antarctica.
Read MoreNew Zealand West Coast - Franz Joseph Glacier, Haast Pass, Pancake Rocks The West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand is beyond beautiful. There is a site to see on every turn as we continue our road trip. In this episode you'll easily spot 27 different waterfalls, 14 different types of forests, 11 outfit changes, 4 different types of climates, AND A GOOD ATTITUDE! oh.... and surprise. Tim found a cave.
Read MoreQUEENSTOWN NZ - Instagram vs. Reality - Mt. Roy Hike Wanaka Queenstown New Zealand- the adventure capital of the world. But you don't get "highlight reel" from us. As a matter of fact... far from it... Take a hike up Mt. Roy on a beautiful day in Wanaka with us. You might even learn how to treat sand fly bites.
Read MoreThis is not a packing article - there is loads of information out there reminding you to bring layers of clothing and wool socks. DEFINITELY bring those things. This article, however, outlines the 6 most essential items from our 6 weeks traveling through both countries in a Wicked Campervan.
Read MoreHeading North from Slope Point it’s finally time to campervan in the Fiordland National Park of the South Island New Zealand. Surprise- It’s full of sand flies. Even the viscous swarms couldn’t ruin the beauty of Doubtful Sound and Milford Sound
Read MoreIn this episode: Nugget Point- Finney becomes an expert on albatrosses. Jacks Blowhole- Finney becomes an expert on blowholes. Purakaunui Bay- Tim finds the best beach in New Zealand. Cathedral Caves- Finney becomes an expert on racing waves. Weir Beach- A great camping spot about as south as it gets in New Zealand. Stuck in the mud!- Tim, objectively the worlds greatest driver, finally meets his match. Slope Point- Southernmost point in New Zealand. Windy. Cold. Absurd.
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