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A British couple traveled 66,000 miles across 29 countries in a vintage campervan, embracing adventure, overcoming challenges, and discovering kindness around the globe.
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Couple quit jobs to travel the world in a campervan, covering 60,000 miles in 4 years

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Last updated: 2024/09/12 at 10:14 AM
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A couple who left their careers behind to explore the world in a vintage campervan have finally made it back home after traveling over 60,000 miles.

Chris and Marianne Fisher embarked on their journey in a 20-year-old campervan named Trudy, beginning their adventure in January 2020 after leaving the UK.

Their expedition lasted four and a half years, covering 29 countries. When land travel wasn’t an option, they arranged to have the van shipped across different continents.

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During the trip, which spanned 66,000 miles over land and another 26,000 miles by sea, the couple, who have three grown children, encountered numerous unforgettable experiences.

A British couple traveled 66,000 miles across 29 countries in a vintage campervan, embracing adventure, overcoming challenges, and discovering kindness around the globe.
Chris and Marianne Fisher. (Picture: Jam Press)

Chris, 54, and Marianne, 56, from Telford, Shropshire, chose to rent out their house and hit the road after going through a series of personal trials.

Marianne, who worked in NHS theatre administration, had recently donated a kidney to save her best friend’s life.

A British couple traveled 66,000 miles across 29 countries in a vintage campervan, embracing adventure, overcoming challenges, and discovering kindness around the globe.
Chris and Marianne Fisher. (Picture: Jam Press)

While she was recovering in the hospital, Chris stumbled across the 2005 Fiat Ducato Adria Twin Conversion campervan.

The decision to buy Trudy was influenced by Marianne’s 93-year-old father, who owned the same model and knew it was one of the few campervans with a bed long enough to accommodate Chris, who stands at 6’3″.

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A British couple traveled 66,000 miles across 29 countries in a vintage campervan, embracing adventure, overcoming challenges, and discovering kindness around the globe.
Chris and Marianne Fisher at Kruger National park to see the elephants. (Picture: Jam Press)

The couple describe themselves as more knowledgeable and enlightened after their long journey, which even included 95 days spent in a Turkish car park during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Chris, who previously worked as head of catering services for an NHS Trust, reflected on the lessons learned during their travels.

A British couple traveled 66,000 miles across 29 countries in a vintage campervan, embracing adventure, overcoming challenges, and discovering kindness around the globe.
Chris and Marianne Fisher arrive at the Arctic Ocean, Canada. (Picture: Jam Press)

“Meeting people from all over the world was a real education,” he shared with Luxury Travel Daily.

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“We realized that no matter where you are, people want the same things: family, friendships, and a future for their children.”

A British couple traveled 66,000 miles across 29 countries in a vintage campervan, embracing adventure, overcoming challenges, and discovering kindness around the globe.
Chris and Marianne Fisher arrive at the Taj Mahal. (Picture: Jam Press)

He added that the hospitality they encountered was remarkable. “We had such a warm welcome everywhere we went.

There were stressful moments, but we figured out how to cope.”

Marianne agreed, recalling the challenges of parking each night. “Finding a spot to park was tough.

We couldn’t plan it out in advance, we had to just find somewhere wherever we ended up,” she said.

A British couple traveled 66,000 miles across 29 countries in a vintage campervan, embracing adventure, overcoming challenges, and discovering kindness around the globe.
Chris and Marianne Fisher arrive at the Grand Canyon. (Picture: Jam Press)

“Even with language barriers, people were incredibly kind, even in places where we were warned they might not be.”

Chris also spoke about the generosity they encountered along the way. “During the pandemic, we spent over 90 days in a car park in Old Town Istanbul. A local man would bring us food parcels to help us out,” he said.

A British couple traveled 66,000 miles across 29 countries in a vintage campervan, embracing adventure, overcoming challenges, and discovering kindness around the globe.
Chris and Marianne Fisher arrive at Arctic Circle. (Picture: Jam Press)

“Later on, when we were in Canada and needed parts for Trudy, that same man from Turkey, who we stayed in contact with, helped order them for us. It was amazing.”

Marianne emphasized how the journey showcased the best in humanity. “It really brings out the positives in people,” she said. “I’d also say, never judge a country until you’ve been there yourself.”

A British couple traveled 66,000 miles across 29 countries in a vintage campervan, embracing adventure, overcoming challenges, and discovering kindness around the globe.
Chris and Marianne Fisher on Dempster Highway Arctic. (Picture: Jam Press)

The couple also expressed their gratitude for their trusty campervan. “We pushed Trudy to places most vans wouldn’t survive,”

Marianne explained. “There were moments when we’d say, ‘Come on, Trudy!’ and she always pulled through.”

“If we never do anything else in our lives, this will always be something incredible we achieved. And if we can do it, anyone can,” she added.

Chris echoed her sentiment, recounting Trudy’s impressive journey. “She’s been to the Arctic Ocean, down the Las Vegas strip, driven past Mount Fuji, the Taj Mahal, and even elephants in Africa,” he said.

A British couple traveled 66,000 miles across 29 countries in a vintage campervan, embracing adventure, overcoming challenges, and discovering kindness around the globe.
Chris and Marianne Fisher arrive at the Arctic Ocean, Canada. (Picture: Jam Press)

“We’ll never sell her, she’s part of the family now.”

Despite being happy to return to the UK, the couple is already looking ahead to their next adventure.

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