I’m Vanessa, a seasoned, solo female traveler, fearlessly exploring the world and embracing the freedom of independent adventure, one destination at a time.
Recent Posts
Independent Travel
From the freedom to create your itinerary to the opportunities for personal growth, independent travel offers a unique experience. I discuss why “independent” vs. “solo” for navigating adventures and highlight the empowering aspects of exploring the world on your own terms.
Pandemic Pandemonium Update 2.0
Hey there! Quick update from Bosnia & Herzegovina to Croatia and a rapid road trip to get back to Spain when opened its doors to tourists. The garden's a wild mess, but we're getting there.
It's a Jeep thing, I'll help you understand
Choosing the perfect vehicle for long-distance travel is a hot topic, with options ranging from camper vans to Land Rovers. For me, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon, lovingly named Ruby, ticks all the boxes. I’ll share my reasons in this post.
Vandrar Overland
Check out the Vandrar Overland YouTube channel where I share experiences traveling solo (well, together with Ozzie the adventure dog) on a coast-to-coast road trip in my Jeep Rubicon. Videos include packing for a year-long adventure through our final leg of the trip.
Exploring the American Southwest is coming next so be sure to subscribe to be notified of new content.
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