Laura from Germany had always dreamed of traveling around Australia in a converted van but didn't know how to go about buying and building one. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit and Laura's job was unaffected, she decided to pursue her dream. She discovered the "Adopt a Backpacker" movement in Australia, where Australian families took in stranded backpackers, and she posted on Facebook asking for help with buying and building a van. A man named David responded, offering to help Laura and let her st...
Mar 08, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Join and meet Kathy Adamson also known as Gypsy Kath, who has lived off-grid on the road for almost 8 years. Kathy shares her experiences with stealth parking, which involves finding places to park and stay overnight when traditional options like caravan parks or RV parking are not available. Join us on an exciting adventure as she takes us on a journey to unique and unexpected spots, including hidden gems on the stunning coast of Perth, WA. Experience the thrill of exploring new destinations wh...
Feb 28, 2023•39 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Explore the adventurous lives of our guests, Luke and Fumi. Luke started traveling almost 17 years ago in a converted bus, exploring new places and living an off-grid lifestyle. He met Fumi and they've spent a year-and-a-half journeying through Mexico and currently six months sailing the Indonesian ocean on their yacht. Throughout their travels, Luke and Fumi have experienced the thrill of adventure, discovering new cultures and landscapes, and immersing themselves in the beauty of the natural w...
Feb 17, 2023•39 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Vince Betham's trip to New Zealand with his family during the pandemic was a unique and unexpected adventure. Initially, they had planned to travel around the world but due to the pandemic, they were stuck in Thailand and could not travel as they had intended. However, they eventually made it back to New Zealand where they focused on exploring the Islands. The trip was a way for them to spend quality time together as a family before their children started their own families and lives. ++++++++++...
Feb 10, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Trevor Perry is a pilot who also enjoys traveling. He has a unique schedule that allows him to take long periods of time off work and travel the world. He has been doing this for 8 years and during that time he has gone on a trip every month. He had the opportunity to go to some unique locations and experience off-grid adventures. For example, while on a layover in Costa Rica, he went surfing till sunset but got lost and had to swim through crocodile-infested waters to get to his hotel on time. ...
Feb 05, 2023•38 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Georgia and her family have been traveling around Australia in a van for the past three months and are preparing for a year-long journey around the country. They are currently in Brisbane, staying in someone's backyard to get ready for their next adventure. Georgia shares that the idea to travel came about during the COVID-19 pandemic, as they were looking for a way to continue having a lifestyle of adventure and travel. She also mentions that she had recently left her corporate career and sold ...
Jan 27, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Elys, from Western Australia, took the leap and went off-grid in just one week. This was an unintentional decision as she had bought a house in an interesting condition in the middle of nowhere, but her journey has been nothing short of exciting and empowering. Elys explains how she's been able to live comfortably without luxuries and how she's been able to cut down her costs by becoming more self-sufficient. She shares her experiences on how to live off the grid, from generating her own electri...
Jan 25, 2023•44 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Cris and Bryh of Big Life, Tiny Home Australia, in an interview with Perye the Off Grid traveler, discuss the design and building of tiny homes and their focus on utilizing space in a functional and beautiful way. They emphasize the importance of every square meter being justified and utilized, and the idea of "luxury affordable housing." They also focus their attention to sustainability, with options for off-grid power, water, and waste solutions and their interest in building tiny homes on whe...
Jan 13, 2023•46 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this interview, Luke, an experienced traveller, shares his advice for those planning an off-grid trip. He emphasizes the importance of proper preparation, including researching the weather and location, having cash on hand, and packing for comfort. Luke also advises having a plan in case of emergencies, such as car breakdowns, and staying calm in these situations. He recommends exploring different types of locations, including both urban and remote areas, and having a mix of luxurious and bas...
Jan 06, 2023•44 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this interview, Perye sits down with Dane Muller to discuss how he packed his family up and took to the open road to join the Van Life community. This inspirational chat discusses: - Why they made the bold move in the first place (and almost overnight). - The practicalities of full-time Van Life living. - How they've managed to maintain a 7-figure business all from a van. - The richness and depth that Van LIfe has brought to their lives as a young family. - Why the road less travelled holds s...
Jan 02, 2023•47 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Dean and Chantel Murphy are a couple who decided to sail a Bali catamaran from France to Australia with their two young boys during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hear about: - Home-Schooling at sea - 32-day passage crossings with no land in sight - What it's really like dealing with kids in confined spaces - The REAL cost of travelling on a boat versus staying at home - Why NOW is the time to make plans to choose the road less travelled Dean has a background in boat building and the boys have grown up ...
Jan 02, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In this interview, Mick Becker sits down with Perye to discuss his real-life experiences travelling on a catamaran with his partner Lozi and their two young children. Hear the incredible story of how they weren't even planning on having kids, but it happened at sea, and how they ended up naming their first child after the place she was born, Oceania. They talk about: - Teaching kids in the real world. - Overcoming challenges. - Facing fears. - Bartering on the ocean. - Toilets breaking. - Visiti...
Jan 02, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 1
