Chronicling the adventures of an elite experiential marketing team. From the nine years on the road to new adventures in Portland, OR. We are the Roving Van Gelders and we can’t wait to see you down the road.
Josh and I were starting to wonder if somehow we had missed a turn and ended up back in New Zealand. The area around Yosemite shares some very similar features that might just make it worth skipping the 12 hour flight. First of all the Sierra Nevada's are majestic like the mountains and striking cliffs... Continue Reading →
It's finally Portland week!!! We arrive yesterday with views like the shot below to keep us rolling. It was a LONG drive. In California and Oregon trucks are limited to 55mph on the interstate, that makes for some slow going. Lucky for me I had lots of time to finish a paper for my class,... Continue Reading →
While dogs are allowed in Yosemite they are not permitted on most of the trails. Not that Pippi minds all that much, she's more of a leisurely stroll kind of gal anyway. The trail we did on day one was one of the dog friendly variety. A gentle 2 miles hike to a sequoia grove.... Continue Reading →
Another week out in San Jose, enjoying the lovely spring weather. This week is pretty busy but next week will be very exciting. We are going to Portland, we spend so little time out West and Oregon gets neglected. I'm already looking forward to the food.
I want to give a big congratulations to the Seth and Abby!!! Being AVG is pretty awesome. This is the start of our nearly month long stay in the San Jose area. We are going to make a trip or two up to San Fran to see family and Josh is looking at what camping... Continue Reading →
Staying in a hotel nearly every night of the year can get a bit tiresome. I know it’s just part of the job and certainly better than sleeping in the truck (probably the most frequent question I get asked). We typically stay at one of a handful of chains due to familiarity and services offered. ... Continue Reading →
Boy am I glad to be heading out of the Southwest, this Midwestern girl just can't take the heat. I actually travel with a very small bedside humidifier. Sunny California welcomes us back today with a drive to San Diego. We will spend half the week there before making for San Jose, a stop that... Continue Reading →
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