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, as well as the different cultures and landscapes encountered along the way.
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 264
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Guest Bio:
Peter is a commercial photographer and the visionary behind the images of Famagogo. When he is not behind the camera, you will find him exploring wild places. Kathy is a writer and the mastermind who keeps Famagogo running smoothly. She is at her best on multi-day expeditions deep in the wilderness, and loves sharing her adventures through her stories. In 2019, they shipped their Winnebago Revel to Europe and spent six months rock climbing, whitewater kayaking, biking, and backpacking their way across the continent. Abby is now 19 and setting out in her own Winnebago Adventure Wagon on a quest to kayak the best rivers in the world. And Peter and Kathy have recently completed the longest road in the world: The Pan-American Highway, from Deadhorse, Alaska, to Ushuaia, Argentina.
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Host Bios:
Matt Scott
Matt is a leading expert in automotive adventure. He has extensively explored the world’s most remote places by 4WD and is considered an industry authority on overland travel. He is the only American to ever become an editor of a major Australian 4WD publication and has over 15 years of competitive auto racing experience. @mattexplore
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