In the spirit of spontaneity and adventure, I embarked on an impromptu journey across Wales, England, and then across Europe. My destination? Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany. The idea of driving a thousand miles might seem daunting to some, but for me, it was a challenge I was ready to embrace. I was driven by adrenaline, the thrill of the open road, and the anticipation of the experiences that awaited me.
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Picture this: it’s a Thursday evening, I’ve just finished a full shift at work, I’m nursing a cold that makes me sound like a dying foghorn, and my van—bless it—has brake pads that screech like a cat being strangled through a harmonica. Most people would’ve taken that as a sign to stay home, brew a cup of tea, and rest. I, on the other hand, had an epiphany. Somewhere between the last sneeze and a half-eaten packet of biscuits, the idea struck: Oktoberfest. Why? Who knows. Call it cabin fever, call it a spontaneous crisis, or just a bloke who missed his mates and fancied some beer-fuelled chaos in Munich. Either way, I was off. No plan, no proper prep—just one van and blind optimism.
Now, if you’re the type who loves checklists, double-checking tyre pressures, and neatly folding your socks before a trip, you may want to brace yourself. This wasn’t a glossy, curated Instagram #vanlife journey. It was messy, ill-prepared, and full of lessons I wish I’d learned beforehand. But if you’re the kind of person who believes the best stories come from the worst decisions, you’re in good company.
I have a full series of my first European Road Trip To Oktoberfest where you can follow the full adventure of driving to Germany for the first time.
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