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Lives in a Van

David Thorsrud sold everything and embarked on a permanent road trip around the United States, in search of a more authentic life.

The World By Road

Steve Shoppman, Steve Bouey, and a changing crew of extras are on an epic road trip from New Zealand to New York, living out their dreams while raising awareness of the world’s diversity. (Interview with Steve Shoppman)

Road Trip from New Zealand to New York: Interview with Steve Shoppman

From New Zealand to New York in two Toyota 4x4s. That's exactly what Steve Shoppman, his friend Steve Bouey, and a changing crew of extras are attempting, living out their dreams while raising awareness of the world's diversity.

After setting out from Auckland in February 2007, Steve, Steve and the rest of the crew made their way through Australia, Asia and far north Europe before turning south and driving through Europe into Africa.

TravelBlogs caught up with Steve via email while they were in the Congo.

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