This week we speak with Alison Young, aka the ‘Blissful Hiker’ - a solo long-distance backpacker. At age 58, Alison has trekked some of the world’s hardest, most challenging trails clocking up over 19,000km, across 6 continents. Most of which she has achieved in her 50s, despite suffering from health challenges. Alison is a professional speaker, professional flutists, a writer, podcaster and has had a successful career as a radio presenter. So it should come as no surprise that she is an...

This week we sit down to with author and van lifer, Dot Bekker. Between November 2018 and August 2019, Dot traveled from Spain to her hometown in Zimbabwe in an old, self-converted campervan; A 1998 Blue Ford Transit, lovingly named BlueBelle, who also happened to be a 2WD. That’s right, Dot & BlueBelle, against all odds, (slowly) drove 20,000km solo to get 'home to Africa'. And the stories & insights that she shares with us from this trip are truly inspirational. Dot’s hope is to...

This week we are chatting with Sara Qiu who, at 31, is travelling on her bike solo, from her hometown in Spain to Asia (where her parents are from).  So far she’s travelled 7,500km across 10 countries. The interesting thing about Sara is her approach to this adventure. She hasn’t set herself a time limit, nor does she have an exact route of destination mapped out. She really is just winging it, learning as she goes and seeing this as a personal journey for growth, both physically and...

Hello from our room from Bali! 👋 We have just arrived, we are feeling jetlagged but delighted to be here. No guest this week, just Adam and I chatting about why we decided to leave Jits behind in the UK and what are hopes, plans & expectations are for the next 4 months that we plan to explore this side of the world. We're excited to take you along with us. Thank you for being here. 😊 💛 THANK YOU TO OUR PATREONS FOR SUPPORTING THIS PODCAST:...

This is a extention of Ep 37, from our conversation with Antonio Cala. All about his epic motorbike trip through Africa - we hope you enjoy it! If you've missed Ep 37 make sure you dive into that too as it explains why Antonio is the 'most adventurous person we've ever met'! https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/FKuXmnWJCxb Antonio has spent the last 10 years travelling, on all sorts of adventures but hasn’t been sharing online. He’s often been asked to do talks and podcasts, but it’s only...

You mostly like haven’t of heard of this weeks guest, he’s spent the last 10 years travelling, on all sorts of adventures but hasn’t been sharing online. He’s often been asked to do talks and podcasts, but it’s only now that he’s beginning to reflect on the last decade and he’s starting to share his story. We are honoured that our podcast is his first! Antonio Cala, was part of the New Zealand Olympic Swimming Team as a trainer, before giving up his career path to go traveling. He went on to...

This week we introduce you to Ellie & Carl from “Tough Soles” who in 2017,  handed back their apartment keys, shouldered some (too-heavy) bags, and set out to walk every National Way-marked Trail in Ireland. This list of trails takes is over 4,000km of trails. No adventure project is ever linear, and so what started off as a 6 month project twisted and turned to include fractured feet, running out of money, and eventually completing them all in July 2019. In 2023 they launched 'The...

This week, we dive into a Q&A about Costa Rica travel! We spent 1 month exploring this incredible country (2 weeks backpacking + 2 weeks in 4x4 rented camper vans) and couldn’t recommend it enough. Thank you to everyone who took the time to submit your questions to us via our Instagram. Check out our Costa Rica travel films here: https://bit.ly/40vV2yl Watch the van tours of our two rented campers: https://youtu.be/ilP0En7OZMg We rented our camper van from Nomad America:...

This week we are thrilled to welcome fellow travel YouTubers, Karin & Brian from 'Sailing SV Delos' and in doing so, we continue our theme of life at sea and what it’s like to travel full-time on a sailboat! With over 800K subscribers, you might have come across these two already. Whether you're longtime a fan or new to their adventures, this episode is a great conversation to get to know them on a deeper level. What legends they are!   But for those of you who haven’t met SV Delos yet…...

This week we are joined by fellow YouTubers and Ryan & Sophie who, in 2018, decided to pursue a life of travel and adventure on a sailboat. With no prior experience, Ryan & Sophie decided to buy a boat, learn to sail and now years later... they have created a course compiling all their learnings of building a life at sea.  Ryan & Sophie on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ryansophiesailing  Ryan & Sophie on Instagram:...

This week, fellow YouTubers & van lifers, Emily & Louise from 'Camper Vibe' join us in Jits (parked in a lay-by in Oxfordshire) for a brilliant conversation. We chat about their van build, favourite travel stories, as well as their personal journey to finding travel & adventure. We also delve into the world of YouTube and what it's been like learning the craft of filmmaking and growing a community online.  Subscribe to Camper Vibe on YouTube:...

This week we met up with our new friends Jack & Gabby from @thistiny.life who have lived in their tiny 56ft x 6ft floating home, for over three years. So before we head off backpacking next month, we drove Jits to Oxfordshire to find out what life of a narrowboat is like. It was Adam’s first time on a canal boat and my second and we both absolutely loved it! Could this be the perfect alternative to van life?  Since Jack and Gabby are passionate about sustainability, they have recently...

Happy New Year! This is part 2 of some of our favourite & 'best bits' from the conversations we've had with others in 2022. The running theme for throughout is of resilience, mental health & mindset, which we hope inspires you for the year ahead.  Featured guest in order of appearance (episode number included) Ep. 12 Sophie, @challengesophie  Ep. 21 Siobhan, The Retirement Rebel Ep. 23 Lauren & Craig @nonstoptravelling Ep. 17 Beth, @sheisthelostgirl Ep. 27 Sara & Luca...

6 months into this podcast and we are so excited to share this Christmas special with you! A collection of some of our favourite & 'best bits' of the conversations we've had with others in 2022. This is part 1 of 2 - stand by for the next one on the 1st of Jan 2023 to help ring in the new year.  Featured guest in order of appearance (episode number included)  Ep Siobhan, The Retirement Rebel (Ep. 21)  Wills Whereabouts (Ep 19) Lauren & Craig @nonstoptravelling (Ep. 23)  John...

Today we are joined by Dan & Marlene aka ‘Mali Mish’ who have been travelling full-time for the last 14 years with their 3 children & 2 cats. Now in their 15th year with no sign of them stopping their adventures!  During this time they have lived in many different vans, including 7 years in an airstream, all of which has enabled them to travel to 41 countries across 4 continents. What set Dan & Marlene apart is that they STARTED their full-time travels as a family, after their...

This week Jits is parked outside the home of fellow travel YouTubers Sara & Luca, of Leave Everything & Wander. We were welcomed into their home, in the mountains in Northern Italy, spending two days cooking, eating, and enjoying quality time together. We are excited to extend these conversations with you here. In this episode we cover:  Sara & Luca's back story. How they left their high-profile jobs, to pursue a life of adventure. Starting from scratch with a very modest...

This week we catch up with our Dutch friends & fellow van lifers Erik and Lisa, for a sit down chat in Jits, whilst we parked up together in Northern Italy.  As well as backpacking, they have lived in the their van, Fred, for almost 3 years, travelling to 27 countries during this time. In this conversation with cover:  Hitting rock bottom of clinical burnout; the catalyst for them taking charge of their own happiness Van Life stories; Surprising & helpful insights into van life...

A big thank you to all of you who submitted your questions for us on our Instagram stories. In this episode, we cover as many as we can under the following themes: An update on our search for a new van since Jits is retiring soon! Van life with a dog & how it’s been having Triggy join this Italy trip How Brexit has affected our European travels General travel, van life & filmmaking questions Searching for a house in Italy. Are we moving here? Our book, music & podcast...

This week we're joined by  fellow YouTuber, Nicki Positano has lived on the beautiful town of Positano on the Amalfi Coast, for over 20 years. In this conversation we speak about her life living as a local here. Of course Nicki shares some of her top  tips on making the most of your time when you visit Positano and how it’s possible to do travel here on a budget. But we also talk about her life; from her creative endeavours to life as a YouTuber, to the more personal and powerful topic about...

Lauren & Craig from @nonstoptravelling have been travelling the world full-time since 2008, on a budget, roughing it, volunteering and picking up work as they go - all in the name of adventure; be it with their backpacks or camper vans. In todays conversation we hear a lot of amazing & entertaining stories from their time on the road, they talk about how much they spend daily & what it’s been like to choose full time travel over taking the more traditional approach to life like...

Welcome back! In today's episode, we chat with Anthropologist Cody Rodriguez, who is a Ph.D. student in Melbourne, studying the modern phenomenon that is hashtag vanlife. We talk about Cody’s own travel journey and how it shaped him to be the curious person that he is today. We also talk about his experience living the Van life & the insights & overarching themes he’s gleaned from his field research. To connect with Cody & if you're interested in taking part in his research,...

This episode we have a very special conversation with Siobhan Daniels, fellow full-time solo van lifer in her 60s who took on early retirement, leaving a successful career in TV & Radio that had become toxic, to pursue a life of self-discovery, defiance and adventure.  She recently published a wonderful book titled "Retirement Rebel", in which amongst other things, she talks about the importance of positive ageing. And how out of adversity comes opportunity. Talking Points Her...

This week we chat to you about our most recent adventure as we roadtrip through Italy - hiking the world famous (UNESCO Heritage) Dolomite Mountains, in Northern Italy. We share our experience and advice, to help you plan your next visit!  Watch our Dolomite travel film here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ut2GgMVsw94&t=186s 🎙️THANK YOU TO OUR PATREONS FOR SUPPORTING US: https://www.patreon.com/jitsintothesunset  Other ways to support us: Be sure to subscribe to our podcast &...

This week we have a raw & honest conversation with fellow traveller, van lifer & YouTuber, Will from Will’s Whereabouts. Will first started sharing about his travels in Nepal where he was stuck for lockdown. Later when he returned to the U.K., he moved into van life, and since has grown an online community of 200k.  In this episode we talk about: The juxtaposition of solo travel and it’s the fulfilment of self discovery, contrasted by how incredible lonely it can be How YouTube...

Volcanoes, Glaciers, thermal baths, endless waterfalls…. and how expensive it is really? Join us as Adam & I sit down to answer your questions about what it's like to road trip the land of fire & ice! We also let you know how much we spent during our 3-week road trip, and how you can save money on yours! Watch our Iceland travel film here: https://youtu.be/lnVnsG_Q8o0 🎙️THANK YOU TO OUR PATREONS FOR SUPPORTING US: https://www.patreon.com/jitsintothesunset  Other ways to support...