ICEBERG ALLEY Robert Van Den Hoven, June 1, 2025June 1, 2025 Iceberg Alley is a famous stretch of ocean that runs along the eastern coast of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, where thousands of icebergs drift south each year. These icebergs break off from glaciers in Greenland, riding the Labrador Current down into the North Atlantic. The iceberg that sank the Titanic… Continue Reading
Newfoundland Robert Van Den Hoven, May 29, 2025June 1, 2025 Newfoundland is full of surprises — and not just in the names of its towns. From the lighthearted charm of Dildo to the rugged beauty of Gros Morne National Park. Our days in St. John’s and Iceberg Alley left us with full hearts, and endless stories to tell.Driving the Viking… Continue Reading
Nova Scotia Robert Van Den Hoven, May 15, 2025June 1, 2025 Nova Scotia is a Canadian province located on the eastern seaboard of North America. Roughly 580 kilometres long and never more than 130 kilometres wide, it is one of the most compact provinces in Canada, yet rich in character and history. The name Nova Scotia is Latin for “New Scotland,”… Continue Reading
Prince Edward Island, Canada Robert Van Den Hoven, May 8, 2025June 1, 2025 We arrived in Prince Edward Island (PEI) from New Brunswick via the Confederation Bridge, an engineering marvel and the world’s longest bridge over ice-covered waters. Prince Edward Island is smallest province in Canada by land and population Continue Reading
New Brunswick, Canada Robert Van Den Hoven, May 5, 2025June 1, 2025 Crossing into Canada from Calais, Maine, we entered New Brunswick—Canada’s only officially bilingual province, where both French and English are widely spoken. While many Overlanders arriving from Europe via Halifax, Nova Scotia, often rush through New Brunswick on their way to Quebec, we opted for the scenic route—and were richly… Continue Reading
OHIO to MAINE & the Canada Border Robert Van Den Hoven, May 1, 2025May 17, 2025 Leaving Cleveland along the shores of Lake Erie, we traveled eastward, first crossing into Pennsylvania. Our journey continued through New York State, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire, before reaching Maine—our final U.S. state before entering Canada. Along the way, we visited numerous fishing and historic villages, including Old Sturbridge, Rockport, Bar… Continue Reading
Washinghton to Ohio, Amish Country Robert Van Den Hoven, April 24, 2025April 24, 2025 Leaving Washington DC behind, on our journey to Ohio’s Amish Country. The horse and buggy remains the most iconic symbol of Amish life. It’s “life in the slow lane”—literally. These buggies are slow-moving, and the roads are narrow, so drive carefully and stay alert. The Amish do not reject medical… Continue Reading
Washington DC Robert Van Den Hoven, April 20, 2025April 20, 2025 Washington, D.C., (District of Columbia) the capital of the United States, is a city rich in history, culture, and green spaces. Surrounded by Maryland to the north, east, and west, and Virginia to the south across the Potomac River, the city was named after George Washington, the nation’s first president. Continue Reading
Georgia to Washington DC Robert Van Den Hoven, April 15, 2025April 16, 2025 Leaving Florida, via Alabama we crossed into Georgia, a state known for its diverse landscapes, and the rugged Blue Ridge Mountains in the north. Georgia is famous for its peaches, earning the nickname “The Peach State,” Besides all this Georgia and North Carolina have great bush camping spots After leaving… Continue Reading
CAIRNS TO NEW YORK Robert Van Den Hoven, April 8, 2025April 20, 2025 After 6 months at home back on the road again. Ready to explore the USA East Coast, And Part of Canada. New York City, often called “The Big Apple,” or “the city that never sleeps” is the most populous city in the United States. it’s a global hub for finance,… Continue Reading