Hey there, it's Tatjana and Fred from Gravel and Salt!
We're here to introduce ourselves and share what our blog is all about.
TATJANA HERE
... the voice behind our posts. In my late twenties, I absolutely love hitting the road with my husband Fred.
Overlanding, for us, is all about disconnecting in the most beautiful remote places, where the real gift is losing connection and truly living in the moment.
I've always dreamt of van life, and it was Fred who took me on my first trip to Sardegna at the start of our relationship. We haven't stopped exploring since. As the passenger princess, my role involves curating the music, setting up the dining table, mixing drinks, and, well, not taking myself too seriously.
Fun fact: My surfboard doesn't fit our car anymore
AND THIS IS FREDERIK
... the other (or maybe better?) half of Gravel & Salt.
He wears many hats – behind the wheel, he is the designated driver navigating our routes. In the camping kitchen, he is a chef, cooking up something almost daily.
Fred is known for his humor, sometimes at my expense. Fred’s sense for beauty and exploration, combined with patience, usually lands us in super nice camp spots.
Fun fact: Fred may not have explicitly mentioned to me that with a Defender, you usually see one workshop per trip from the inside.
TRACKS, IMPRESSIONS, FLAVOURS
Together we're excited to share our overlanding world with you. It's all about tracks, experiences, and flavors, and we can't wait to tell you all about it.
Since 2017, Fred's been cruising through Europe and Africa in our Defender. I joined later, and our travels within Europe led to a big decision – a long trip to Africa.
Over a few too many espresso martinis, we decided to make overlanding a full-time gig.
Fred proposed in Africa, so going back was a no-brainer. We love the peace of remote travel and disconnecting from the world. It's a once-in-a-lifetime trip, and we've saved up.
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