Embracing Remote Adventures: Life in a Sprinter Van with Kathy and Peter Holcombe

In this episode of the Overland Journal podcast, Matt Scott hosts Peter and Kathy Holcombe from FamaGogo, exploring their 11-year full-time travel journey. From their early days in a Honda Civic to their current adventures in a Sprinter van, the Holcombes share their experiences traversing the Pan-American Highway, kayaking in Ecuador, facing vehicle breakdowns in remote locations, and encountering wildlife in the Galapagos Islands. The episode offers insights into the challenges and rewards of overlanding and the different cultures and landscapes they encountered along the way.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Background
00:18 Early Travel Adventures
00:41 Van Life and European Travels
02:50 Kayaking and Family Adventures
08:14 Challenges and Highlights of the Pan-American Highway
12:50 Mechanical Issues in Alaska
26:16 Journey South and Baja Adventures
30:21 Swimming to Tacos and Pool Bars
30:33 Journey Across Baja and the Truckers Ferry
31:42 Exploring Mainland Mexico
37:18 Adventures in Belize
38:55 Challenges and Beauty of Central America
41:45 Crossing into South America
45:50 Exploring Ecuador and the Galapagos
47:21 Peru: Beauty and Hardships
51:42 Navigating Bolivia's Fuel Challenges
54:13 Mechanical Issues in Remote Areas
59:13 Future Travel Plans and Reflections

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