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Looking for your next self-drive holiday? Here are our recommendations.

Campervan relocations: What to expect and are they worthwhile?

Campervan relocations: What to expect and are they worthwhile?

Paul Ryken and Sandra RosenauFirst Published: 09 January 2021Last Updated: 02 January 2023 Afford your trip, New Zealand

One-way vehicle hires for a multi-week road trip can get expensive. Could campervan relocations be a more affordable option?

Road TripsTravel CostsTrip PlanningVan Life

80 inspiring travel movies that bring the world to you

Sandra ROSENAUFirst Published: 30 April 2020Last Updated: 30 September 2022 Explore the world

What do you do when you’ve got itchy feet but have to stay put? You go on a virtual journey around the world, with these 80 travel movies.

Around the worldCulinary TravelCultureOutdoor AdventuresRail JourneysRoad TripsWildlife Encounters

One week in Western Slovenia: Cool things to see and do beyond Lake Bled

Paul Ryken and Sandra RosenauFirst Published: 15 August 2019Last Updated: 30 September 2022 Slovenia

There is heaps more to Slovenia than Ljubljana or Lake Bled. Find out how to spend a week in Western Slovenia beyond the tourist hotspots.

Hikes and WalksItinerariesRoad TripsTrip Planning
Vilnius Street Art | Image courtesy of Kate Sobol

Three weeks in the Baltics – An itinerary for independent travellers

Paul Ryken and Sandra RosenauFirst Published: 15 July 2019Last Updated: 30 September 2022 Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania

Want to explore the Baltics, ideally by bus or train? We have the ultimate itinerary for you: an unforgettable mix of history, nature and culture.

CultureHistoryItinerariesRoad TripsTrip Planning
Make the most of your time (and budget) while travelling around New Zealand with the help of these essential travel apps for your New Zealand road trip.

20 Must-Have Travel Apps for your New Zealand Road Trip

Paul RYKENFirst Published: 19 May 2018Last Updated: 30 September 2022 New Zealand, Take the right gear

Make the most of your time and budget in Aotearoa with the help of these essential travel apps for your New Zealand road trip.

Road TripsTechnologyTrip PlanningVan Life
Road to Mt Cook, New Zealand | Photo courtesy of Pixabay

Your Ultimate New Zealand Road Trip Itinerary

Sandra ROSENAUFirst Published: 07 May 2018Last Updated: 30 September 2022 New Zealand

Planning to explore New Zealand independently? This road trip itinerary takes you from the very top of the North Island to the very bottom of the South Island, and from the very East to as far West as you can go.

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Tree in Lake Wanaka, New Zealand | Photo by Cherish Christopher on Pixabay

New Zealand Highlights: What to see and do on the South Island

Sandra ROSENAUFirst Published: 07 May 2018Last Updated: 30 September 2022 New Zealand

Are you planning a trip around New Zealand and wonder what to see and do on the South Island? Check out our highlights of the South Island.

Road TripsTrip PlanningVan Life
Maori Rock Carvings Lake Taupo, New Zealand | Photo by Holger Heinze on Pixabay

New Zealand Highlights: What to see and do on the North Island

Sandra ROSENAUFirst Published: 07 May 2018Last Updated: 30 September 2022 New Zealand

Are you planning a trip around New Zealand and wonder what to see and do on the North Island? Check out our highlights of the North Island.

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VW Bus on the road | Photo by Rudy and Peter Skitterians on Pixabay

Important basics for a safe road trip around New Zealand

Sandra ROSENAUFirst Published: 07 May 2018Last Updated: 03 January 2023 New Zealand, Travel safely

Are you planning a road trip around New Zealand? We answer the most frequently asked questions to help you have a fun and safe trip.

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Typical house in Grenada

Discover the Caribbean: Grenada

Sandra ROSENAUFirst Published: 05 May 2017Last Updated: 30 September 2022 Grenada

As our Caribbean adventure continued, we headed to the small island nation of Grenada. Check out what we got up to and decide for yourself whether you would like to visit some day too.

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Another gorgeous bay of Tobago

Discover the Caribbean: Trinidad and Tobago

Sandra ROSENAUFirst Published: 10 April 2017Last Updated: 30 September 2022 Trinidad and Tobago

These twin islands are closer to Venezuela than its next Caribbean neighbour. Read here what we got up to exploring both. Would you like to come and visit?

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Paul and Sandra of Minimalist Journeys at Arrowtown, New Zealand in June 2020 Hi there, we are Sandra and Paul, a Gen-X couple passionate about values-based living and sustainable travel. Do you want to design a better lifestyle for yourself and pursue what truly matters to you? Do you want to travel affordably in a more authentic and respectful way? Great. Our website and collab Facebook group are for you.
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