Sometimes van life isn’t just about the open road—it’s about the unexpected, the hilarious, and the slightly chaotic moments that make it unforgettable. On this trip through Germany, I encountered all of the above. Prefer to Watch? The Kidnapping… by an 86-Year-Old Lady? Yes, you read that right. An elderly lady accidentally clipped the back of my van with her wing mirror while I was … Continue reading Van Life in Germany: Chaos, Castles, and Van Life Adventures

How did a famous racetrack, a cancer connection, and an epic female race driver land me in solo van travel around Europe? Let me take you to Germany and share one of my dreams come true: visiting the legendary Nürburgring. From Motorsport Dreams to Solo Van Travel I’ve loved motorsport for as long as I can remember. The Nürburgring, a racetrack named after a 12th-century … Continue reading Driving the Nürburgring: Solo Van Adventures in Germany

For months, my internet situation has been driving me absolutely bonkers. Whether it’s uploading videos, learning new filming techniques, or simply navigating with maps, my current setup just wasn’t cutting it. I’ve spent way too much time in slow McDonald’s Wi-Fi spots, and finally, I decided enough was enough. Enter Starlink—my long-awaited solution to all my internet woes. Starlink promises to provide unlimited, high-speed Internet, … Continue reading Unboxing and Setting Up Starlink: Solving My Internet Struggles

🚐 Hi, I’m Helen I’m a fifty-something Aussie living and travelling in my Toyota Coaster bus — figuring out off-grid life, renovations, and everything that comes with doing something a little different later in life. What started as a van for weekend trips turned into a solo adventure around Europe… and now a full-time bus life back here in Australia. This website is where I … Continue reading Solo Female Van Life