As full-time overlanders originally from South Africa, we rarely get the chance to visit our home country, especially when in the far reaches of North America. For a family of four traveling with a pet, flights are long and expensive, especially when factoring in shipping your vehicle, as you must consider your next international destination.…
There are a few products that I have been missing in my overland arsenal for a while now: a good shovel, a collapsible saw, and a portable knife that is not an EDC or pocket knife. I have tried many versions of each of these products over the years and have, more often than not,…
If you have a champagne budget, taste, and a yearning to hit the road with a camper that is quite unlike any other, we have the travel trailer for you. Lightship, which claims to be America’s first all-electric recreational vehicle (RV) manufacturer, recently revealed the production of the AE.1 Cosmos Edition. Originally debuted at SXSW…
This 36-Hours of Adventure Exploring the Nevada Desert is Presented by: Eagle Rider Rentals and Tours Last year, Las Vegas hosted 40 million visitors to its restaurants, hotels, shows, and casinos. Most never leave the strip, but there are untold adventures within a day’s ride of the city. During my recent trip to the annual…
Presented by Nitto Tires, and the Terra Grappler G3 Despite significant challenges, 2024 has been a great overlanding year for me. I have had the opportunity to use a couple of vehicles to explore Southern Africa and North America while attending a few trade shows. The following 4WD Gift Guide features some of the…
A decade ago, my family drove our Land Rover Defender into Texas after years of exploring Africa and Latin America. We had expectations, having never visited the US and having grown up with US media culture. Still, nothing could prepare us for the reality of this vast, beautiful, and generous country. Parked outside a Walmart,…
For episode Six of Exploring the Smoky Mountains, we embark on a culinary adventure, hosted by Sinuhe Xavier. The route continues with another visit to custom knife maker Tom Mohr and Ford’s Signs before music and BBQ at Doc’s 321 Café. Editor’s Note: Shortly after this series was produced, the Asheville area was devastated by historic…
Presented by Nitto Tire and the all-new Terra Grappler G3 The festive season is upon us, and Thanksgiving is the perfect time to gather with family and friends—and perhaps drop a few hints about those Christmas gifts you’ve been eyeing! Getting out into nature is a great way to spend time with loved ones.…
We first met the face of Melvill & Moon, Rob Melvill, at a Land Rover festival near Johannesburg, South Africa, back in 2011. Rob and his son James had their booth set up beside our Land Rover; we soon became friends and acquired a set of seat covers for our journey up to Tanzania. Fast…
Rago Fabrication has partnered with Doetsch Off-Road to support an overland build of a 2024 Land Cruiser, raising funds for A Race Against Blindness. This collaboration is intended to generate awareness and financial support for the fight against Bardet-Biedl Syndrome (BBS) and other vision-related disorders. Kristina and Steve Johnston, founders of A Race Against Blindness,…