Despite being almost 20 years old the FJ Cruiser continues to look contemporary and purposeful. It’s hard to comprehend that this icon is almost two decades old (unveiled at the 2003 North American International Auto Show)…
Destination of the Week :: The Trans Bhutan Trail, Bhutan
The Trans Bhutan Trail has recently been restored and is open to the public for the first time in more than 60 years. Historically the trail was used by messengers, traders and pilgrims as the trail…
Overland Classifieds :: 1991 Mitsubishi Delica L300 Reimo Pop Top Camper
I owned a Delica L300 Chamonix some years back, and to this day I regret selling it. The L300 is a unique overland platform because it’s ultimately a SWB van built onto the chassis of a…
Video of the Week :: “Badass Brunette’s” Tacoma Truck Camper by Tiny Home Tours
In 2021, Ashley Giordano documented the impressive build specifications of “Badass Brunette,” aka Cristin Whetten’s 2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport. This purposeful rig incorporates the essentials and little else and is designed specifically to facilitate Cristin’s…
Episode 112 Andrew and Courtney of Tsavo Touring on Overlanding with a Toddler and Multiple Vehicle Platforms
Show notes for podcast #112 Andrew and Courtney of Tsavo Touring on Overlanding with a Toddler and Learning From Multiple Vehicle Platforms Summary: Andrew, Courtney, and John are a US-based overlanding family whose sights are set…
Land Rover TReK 2022 Winner Announced
Land Rover recently held the TReK 2022 adventure competition for U.S. and Canadian retailers. The winning retailer, Rochester New York, has won for the second year in a row. The 2022 event took place across several…
iKamper Introduces A New Wedge Style RTT and a 270- Degree Awning
We here at Expedition Portal have a comprehensive “Field Tested” review of the new iKamper Blue Dot Voyager wedge-style rooftop tent and the ExoShell 270 Awning heading your way within the next two weeks. That does…
Down For Adventure Blankets
We received two blankets to assess while visiting a group of overlanders in Florida. Yes, Florida the state in least need of blankets. We have since used the blankets—one down and the other synthetic—for almost a…
2022 OLAF OctoberFest
Camping, wheeling, beer tasting, e-bikes, food, friends, and gear sounds like a decent weekend getaway recipe. This year Olaf OktoberFest will be held between 14-16 October, due east of Los Angeles at the Big Bear’s Holcomb…
Overland Classifieds :: 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser HDJ81 VX Limited
The Toyota Land Cruiser is widely considered overlanding royalty with the 80-Series considered one of the best (for more, read Matt Scott’s Why The Land Cruiser 80-Series Is The Next Classic). I’ve recently featured several adventure-ready…
Interview :: Heike Pirngruber, Solo Overlander
Heike, a German national who considers herself a global citizen, has been traveling solo around the world for the past nine years, first on her bicycle and then, more recently, walking with a pushcart and her…
UBCO EAV 2X2 — An Electric ADV Bike for Everyone
The UBCO 2X2 Adventure Bike combines high tech with high torque via front- and rear-wheel drive. Perfect for beginners and fun for experienced riders, it’s easy to handle, simple to own. UBCO calls the bike an…
Overland Classifieds :: 2017 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro
The Tundra, much like the rest of Toyota’s 4WD line-up, has a reputation for excellence. These are by no means the best equipped trucks, nor are they especially comfortable or economical, but when it comes to…
Niche EV Adventure 1 ORV Teams Up With Egoe
My son has grown up traveling the world in purpose-built campers. He has had the opportunity to experience every shape and size of overland vehicle in a real-world, global travel environment. He has been planning his…
Over-The-Counter :: Medicine for Travelers
As travelers prepare to return to international travel, many will likely forget to pack their over-the-counter and prescription medicines. Many more will forget to check the international rules and regulations for common medicines easily obtained in…
Overland Classifieds :: 2018 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off Road Premium
The 4Runner, much like the Tacoma or Land Cruiser, is a cross-category platform. This means it’s as comfortable on the work commute and running the kids to school as it is exploring backcountry trails or navigating…
Overland Classifieds :: 2021 Toyota Tundra Limited TRD Off-Road
Despite fuel price hikes, full-size trucks have never been so popular, with most owners accepting higher running costs in exchange for greater versatility and comfort. Overlanders have especially gravitated towards these vehicles as more people transition…
The Great Gravel Boom :: 4,000 riders expected at Garmin UNBOUND Gravel 2023
unbound adjective un·bound | \ən-ˈbau̇nd\ 1: having no limit The gravel race that began with 34 participants in 2006 will boom through the scenic rolling hills of Kansas’ Tallgrass Prairie in 2023, with thousands of…
Overland Classifieds :: 2019 Ram Power Wagon w/ GFC Camper
There are few full-size trucks that from the factory can match the Ram Power Wagon’s go-anywhere capability. This is not simply a lifted 2500 with bigger tires and fancy decals but rather a truly purposeful all-terrain…
Weekends with the Family :: How to successfully plan small vacations
I really have no quarrel with the way I live. I am a day-job dreamer and a weekender, meaning I define my relationship to travel and the outdoors by breaks in a five-day workweek and amid…