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
Bolivia Part 2, Southern Bolivia Robert Van Den Hoven, March 19, 2025March 22, 2025 Southern Bolivia is a region filled with stunning landscapes, vast salt flats, and high-altitude deserts, making it a prime destination for overlanders. Some of the key features of Southern Bolivia are: Salar de Uyuni: The largest salt flat in the world, covering over 10,000 square kilometers. It’s a mesmerizing, almost… Continue Reading
Bolivia Part 1, Northern Boliva Robert Van Den Hoven, March 15, 2025February 7, 2026 Northern Bolivia is a diverse and relatively remote region, known for its Amazon rainforest, indigenous cultures, and unique wildlife. key highlights for us included. The Death Road also known as the old Yungas Road is a route about 60 km long. The road was built in 1930. Because of steep… Continue Reading
COLOMBIA Robert Van Den Hoven, March 5, 2025March 22, 2025 My last visit to Colombia (Medellin) was in 1975 as a young Marine based on the island of Curacao. In those days Medellín was once known as the most dangerous city in the world, a result of an urban war set off by the drug cartels and home of the… Continue Reading
ECUADOR PART 2, Robert Van Den Hoven, March 2, 2025March 5, 2025 On our way to the Colombian border, we explored the breathtaking “Avenue of Volcanoes,” a region that stretches 300 km south of Quito. This dramatic landscape is home to some of Ecuador’s most impressive peaks, with several volcanoes soaring between 5,000 and 6,000 meters. Ecuador itself boasts an astonishing 36… Continue Reading
ECUADOR PART 1 Robert Van Den Hoven, February 21, 2025March 5, 2025 Ecuador’s Amazon Basin is an incredible, untouched region that offers a true wilderness experience. Its dense, tropical forests are home to an astonishing array of wildlife, making it a dream destination for adventurous travelers and overlanders. The diverse fauna, from the thunderous howler monkeys to the colorful parrots, provides an… Continue Reading