Embarking on a journey across continents with our Defender has presented us with various challenges, one of which was finding suitable container buddies. This process, crucial for minimizing shipping costs, involved reaching out to fellow travelers and exploring different platforms. Join us as we share our experiences and insights into connecting with like-minded adventurers to share a container for our vehicle, a pivotal step in our overland expedition preparation.
FINDING OUR PERFECT MATCH FOR CONTAINER SHARING
In our last post, we talked about our search for container buddies to help split the high shipping costs for our vehicles. With shipping expenses on the rise, it was crucial to find someone to share a container with to keep within our budget.
We reached out through various platforms and got multiple responses. Among them, we connected with Moritz and Céline, who seemed like the perfect partners for our container-sharing journey.
A FORTUNATE MEETING IN DUSSELDORF
Despite many inquiries, timing and destinations often didn’t match up with most of the people who contacted us.
However, Moritz's contact was different. Our discussions went smoothly, and after comparing shipping options, Moritz and Célin quickly agreed to join us. To our surprise, we found out they also live in Düsseldorf. This led to a spontaneous meet-up at Pommes & Wein, where we shared stories and tips about our travels.
While Fred and I are always ready for our next adventure, Moritz and Céline had spent years restoring their Land Cruiser and planning their trip.
EMBARKING ON THE NEXT LEG TOGETHER
It’s amazing how the overlanding community can connect people, even those from the same city. Now, we’re just waiting for the final confirmation of our container's departure date. Once everything is set, we’ll plan our trip to Hamburg together, where our cars will be loaded into the container for the next chapter of our adventure. Stay tuned for more updates, and follow our blog for tips and stories from the road!
MAKING IT WORTH YOUR WHILE
But, we also wanted to share our journey and make it worth your while. We've got an Instagram channel for cool visuals, a blog for gear and travel info, and a shop for prints and stickers to spruce up your space.
We're not just about asking for support; we want to add value. Our content will recommend tracks, share hidden spots, and spill the beans on local cooking, so you can get inspired at home or plan your own adventure.
Planning hasn't been as easy as we thought. We'll share not just the fun stuff but also the challenges we face. So, our journey is fueled by passion, love for remote travel, and a desire to share.
Join us on this rollercoaster, highs, and lows included.
Follow our journey for the latest updates. And if you want to support us, check out our webshop for unique prints and stickers.
Thanks a bunch for being part of this journey. Your support means everything, and we can't wait to share more with you. Safe travels!
Tatjana