I left the Peloponnese (see best bits) and met with some other vanners: Mike (from L.A.) and Sophie (from London). They spent last Summer in England converting their van, and are finally on the road…
I think these two were the first actual readers of this blog, like a year ago. It was really good to finally meet you both… near this nice bridge… in Greece.
On the road since: December. Coming from: Morocco. Going to: Norway
Their van
Hanging out
I love to meet such talented people–astray from an office and doing their own thing. These two are massive wanders, who have been all over the world. Compared to these two, I haven’t even left the house… oh yeah, it’s on wheels though
Sophie’s thing: Makes nice music with really dreamy vocals (I was listening to this whilst converting my van) – A music video – I can’t get enough of this sound.
Mike’s thing: Makes films and takes nice photographs. He produced and edited a feature length documentary on the Burning man festival, “as the dust settles” (here) and now working on compiling his “jumping book” which will feature his best jump shots, taken from all around the world.
More of their photos and adventures on their blog: Relaxed Pace
See you both again on another road
Note: Maybe this can be the start of a “meet the others” series…? Or should it be “meet the vanners” ?
Should definitely be called “Meet the Others,” as in reference to Lost. Quite funny. Keep the amazing and inspirational posts coming!
haha thanks. I haven’t even seen Lost
I just stumbled upon this and have been wanting to live off the grid for some time now.
You, sir, are my inspiration.. and any joyous wanderers like yourself.
Here i am just finished an interview near my house, for a job i do not want, to pay rent at a place i do not like, in a city i do not want to live in..
I have a daughter nearby so my choices and decisions cannot be based off selfish desires.
My van life is rather different so coming across this was so refreshing and appreciated.
Much love and positive energy and thoughts from George in South Florida!!
“May the wind always be at your back, and the sun upon your face..
And may the wings of destiny
Carry you aloft to dance with the stars.”
This is so totally rad! Lovely people, beautiful connections, thanks Mike
Your blog is so inspiring! Taking notes for when my son graduates high school in 8 years and I’m not tied down anymore! 😉
Van HO, Mike.
Let me put a twist on this. I will retire in 5 years. Concluding 30 years of on the gridlock. I am divorced & after following your vandogtraveller adventures. I am starting on my plans of off gridding in a small mobile home van myself! But…my jumping pics. May only be of joy…lol.
Look forward to the next adventure update!! Be safe & take care Mike,
BlackWolff
So good to meet up briefly! Cheers from Bulgaria at the moment.
Not necessarily relevant to this post, but I love how relaxed and at home you look in the first ‘Hanging Out’ picture.
What sort of insulation are you using
Hi,I am from china,and follow your blog for a long time.keep update your new view.