About us
Who is Timothy and Why Should You Listen to Me
I am Timothy. I am a full time traveler, part time van mechanic, and professional avoider of winter. Half the year you will find me driving my van across the United States hunting for free campsites, greasy diners, and places where the Wi Fi actually works. The other half I am somewhere warm and affordable living out of a backpack eating street food and testing how far a dollar can stretch.
MY TRAVEL PHILOSOPHY
Travel is not about perfectly staged photos or expensive hotels. It is about making the most of what you have, finding comfort where you can, and saying yes to things that will make good stories later. I share the gear that survives my lifestyle, the hacks that keep my budget alive, and the mistakes so you do not have to make them.
HOW THIS SITE WORKS
TravelTimothy.com is where I document it all.
1. Van Life with Timothy
Van Life with Timothy. Living small, moving often, and keeping it comfortable enough to matter.
2. Tim in Thailand and beyond
Tim in Thailand and beyond. My winter escapes, guides, and lessons from the road abroad.
3. Timothy’s Travel Tips
Timothy’s Travel Tips. Packing tricks, airport shortcuts, and ways to save money without ruining the trip.
4. Tim Recommends
Tim Recommends. The gear I swear by. If it breaks, leaks, or fails me it is gone from my list.
5. The Travel Log
The Travel Log. The good, the bad, and the you will not believe what happened stories.
WHY I SHARE THIS
I have lived enough on the road to know it is not for everyone. But if you have the itch to see more, live simpler, and maybe cut loose from the daily grind, I am here to give you the unfiltered version. This is the one you will not get from glossy travel magazines.
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