Getting Lost Again

Author name: Dan

Dan's a windsurfing, adventure-seeking nomad with a passion for exploring the globe overland and an Engineer. Having grown up in the Middle East, he brings a unique perspective to Getting Lost Again, sharing his love for discovering hidden gems and embracing the unexpected. When he's not on the road, he finds inspiration in windsurfing and other creative pursuits – and is equally at home under a vehicle solving problems as he is exploring a new place.

Ho Chi Minh City Top Things to Do in Saigon
Southeast Asia, Vietnam

Top 12 activities in Ho Chi Minh – 2025

Busiest Vietnamese City! In the south of Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City holds the title of being the largest city in Vietnam. Being the largest city, it also attracts the most tourists. We’ve seen a diverse community of people from all backgrounds living there. The city is a mix of old and modern culture, thriving […]

Overland Travel Blog
Vehicles

Troopy Build Series: LandCruiser 78-Series Overlander

Background before the Troopy When we left the UK, all the way back in January 2014, we had to sell our previous Overland Vehicle, which at the time was a Land Rover Defender 110 – 300TDI. We were very fond of that vehicle, “Tusky”, had taken us for many years all over both Eastern Europe

southeast asian taxi scams
Cambodia, Southeast Asia, Vietnam

Southeast Asia Tourist Taxi Scams – 2025

Being subjected to Tourist Taxi Scams and scamming visitors is natural. You can see that when you consider it from the scammer’s perspective. Imagine yourself in their shoes; not saying it is correct, just saying it will happen. It has terrible side effects beyond the noticeable impact of being intimidating and frustrating. It also gives

Grab and Gojek help to avoid being scammed by taxi drivers in Asia and Vietnam
Southeast Asia

Southeast Asia Rideshare Apps – Review and Guide 2025

Ride-Hail and Share Apps In the articles, we cover everything you want to know and need to know about ride-hailing and sharing apps in SE Asia. We will tell you which app to use in each country and the advantages and disadvantages of each app. 2025 Update: We have updated this article for 2025, Vietnam

UHF Radio Comparison Overland 4WD Off Road
Equipment, Vehicles

UHF Radio: Guide for Overlanders, 4WD and Travellers

UHF Introduction For those who venture off-road and explore Australia’s vast and remote landscapes, reliable communication is paramount. UHF radios provide the essential link when mobile phone signals become unreliable or non-existent, ensuring not only convenience but also safety and connectivity throughout your trip. UHF is often also used where quick and convenient open channel

Troopy GME XRS-330COB UHF Radio Underdash Mounting Bracket
Equipment, Vehicles

Troopy Build Series: GME XRS-330 UHF Radio Install

UHF Radios are more useful than you might first imagine. In Australia, UHF Radio (or CBs elsewhere) are used by tourers, off-roaders and 4×4 enthusiasts, professional truck drivers and overland travellers. UHF Benefits If you don’t know, here are some of the reasons so many have them: This article covers how we installed our UHF

Donnelly Creek at Little O'Tooles Campground
Overland

Little O’Tooles Campground: Donnellys Creek Road

Little O’Tooles Campground: Creekside Camping of the Aberfeldy Backroads Little O’Tooles is nestled alongside Donnelly’s Creek in the Victorian high country. This peaceful campground offers an escape for those seeking adventure on the Aberfeldy Backroad 4WD Tour. Little O’Tooles Campground is the smaller sibling campsite to O’Tooles, just a little further up on Donnellys Creek

ARB Compressor Mounting Troopy Camper Build
Equipment, Vehicles

Troopy Build Series: Air Compressor Installation

On-Board Air System – Background This post continues the series of articles documenting our campervan build based on a Toyota Landcruiser 78-Series Troopy or Troopcarrier. This post covers the air system we are installing onboard, explaining why we need one, what we installed, and how we installed it. We’ll also show you all the details of

Tokyo Narita Airport Transfer - Tokyo Metro Train
Japan

Getting from Narita Airport to Roppongi or Tokyo City

Tokyo Metro or Airport Transfer Service Are you planning a trip to Tokyo and wondering how to get from Narita Airport (NRT) to Tokyo City or an area like Roppongi? We’ll explain below how to escape from Japan’s international airport. We have three easy options for you, which range from easy Airport Transfer Service, then

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