Our day trip Cinque Terre turned out to be better than we’d imagined. We’d dreamed of visiting Cinque Terre for years. We’d looked at hundreds of photos. We thought we knew what it would be like. Then we arrived, breathed the air, smelled the ocean and the food coming from restaurant kitchens, and heard the […]

Hey there! We’re Dan and Lindsay McKenzie.
We’re just an ordinary couple living an extraordinary life…
We’re full-time adventurers, who are crazy about life and each other. Our goal is to share tips and resources that have helped us follow our detour in hopes that they help you follow yours!
Follow Your Detour is about creating your own path in life.
It’s about embracing change and taking risks in pursuit of a life you love.
Whether you’ve come to a dead end or are seeking an alternate route, following a detour is about the journey of self-discovery and growth … not the destination.
If where you’re at isn’t where you want to be then it’s time to follow your detour…
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Thinking of Full-Time RVing With Your Significant Other? Here Are Some Things to Keep In Mind
Full-time RVing is becoming increasingly enticing. The idea of making life the adventurous, intoxicating journey it was meant to be is the motivation behind many people’s reasoning for ditching the 9-5 routine for an enlivening odyssey on the road. When you pair the tradition-defying allure of living in an RV with the romantic notion of […]
3 Quotes About Courage to Help You Go After Your Dreams
Do you know the most important thing needed to achieve your dreams and live your best life? It’s not money. It’s not a great idea or a killer business. It’s not finding your soul mate. It’s not even beauty or good looks, nor is it confidence or charisma. It’s COURAGE. Turns out, I’ve been wrong about […]
How to Experience Bangkok in 2-3 Days
Bangkok is one of the world’s most interesting cities. It’s bustling, loud, fast-paced, and full of energy. Its food scene is terrific, the streets are full of life, it has world class shopping and one of a kind nightlife. It’s a city of contrasts, to say the least. Huge modern skyscrapers blend with both ancient […]
Do These 10 Simple Things to Make Every Day a Good Day
Since we took our life on the road, I’ve constantly struggled with the daily battle of having a flexible schedule vs. a productive work day. While I love the freedom that this lifestyle offers, it can be hard to find a routine that allows you to accomplish your to-do list. I’ve tried tomato timers, hour-by-hour […]
Sacrifices of Full-Time RV Travel
Full-time traveling in an RV sounds pretty glamorous, right? And in many ways, it is! It’s filled with adventure, excitement, beautiful destinations, and sprinkled with flexibility and freedom. We love it…most days. There’s a sacrifice for everything in life, they say, and it’s true. We love encouraging others to full-time RV and are constantly sharing […]
Product Review: Dyson Cyclone V10 Absolute
We love trying new products that help improve our lifestyle of simplicity and adventure. We’re minimalists and very selective about the items we purchase and the money we spend. More importantly, we enjoy sharing the products we love with our loyal followers, in hopes that these products can help simplify their lives as well! Disclosure: […]
Product Review: Beddy’s
We love trying new products that help improve our lifestyle of simplicity and adventure. We’re minimalists and very selective about the items we purchase and the money we spend. More importantly, we enjoy sharing the products we love with our loyal followers, in hopes that these products can help simplify their lives as well! Disclosure: […]
How Blogging Has Changed My Life (and could change yours too!)
Okay, I know this title is a bit dramatic sounding. But truthfully, blogging was the bridge between closing the door on one chapter of my life to a new beginning and achieving a new dream. If you’re considering starting a blog or are currently building and growing a blog, I believe it could possibly change […]
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