Where are you from?

We are from Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, England

When did you start your interest in exploration?

Our love for exploration really began back in 2019. We’d just pulled out of selling our house after realising it wasn’t the right path for us at the time — we were only 19 and 21, still figuring things out. Instead, we did a complete 180, took sabbaticals from our jobs, and went backpacking for a year.

That trip was our first real taste of travel — the kind where you sleep in hostels, jump on random buses to the next destination, and meet people from all over the world. It was so different from the kind of holidays we’d grown up with, and we absolutely loved it.

After four months exploring Southeast Asia, we flew to Australia to start a working holiday visa. That’s where the dream of travelling with our home on wheels really began. We decided to use our house deposit money to buy a campervan and see the country properly. Mitch already had his heart set on a Toyota Land Cruiser before we’d even landed, so after some frantic Facebook Marketplace searching, we found our 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser Troop Carrier with a fibreglass high-top roof — and we were off.

That’s when our love for life on the road really started. Unfortunately, COVID brought us home in 2020 and back to our old jobs. We tried to settle again — even bought another house — but after everything we’d experienced, “normal life” just didn’t feel right anymore.

We spent 18 months at home during the pandemic, doing our best to enjoy being still, but something was always missing. Once the world began to open up again, we bought a Volkswagen Transporter T5 for weekend adventures to keep us sane — and before long, the conversations about “when we can leave again” turned into plans.

We’re grateful for that chapter though. It gave us perspective, and it’s no longer a “what if.” We tried it, and we realised it wasn’t for us.

So, in July 2022, we sold the house, quit our jobs, sold everything we owned, and set off to travel Europe in our T5. That’s also when Jammy Gits was born. We’d regretted not documenting our earlier travels, so inspired by creators like Sailing La Vagabonde and Eamon & Bec, we decided to share our journey — and haven’t looked back since.

What is a brief understanding of your background story up until you started seeking adventure?

We both grew up in the same hometown of Uttoxeter, although we didn’t actually meet until 2015 — even though our parents grew up together. We've been together ever since. 

After finishing school, we both started our careers through apprenticeships. Mitch trained as an Electrician, and Martha as a Marketing Apprentice. We were both learning on the job while earning our qualifications — Mitch went on to work as an Electrical Maintainer for a water company for seven years, and Martha became a CIM Chartered Marketer, working in the tourism and law sectors for five years.

By our late teens and early twenties, we were following what most people would call the “sensible” path — careers, saving for a house, settling down. But deep down, we both felt like there was something missing.

That feeling eventually led to our decision in 2019 to take a break from the traditional path and go backpacking for a year. It was the best decision we’ve ever made and the start of everything that’s followed since.

What special skills do you have to help with your explorations?

Mitch has picked up most of his mechanical knowledge through hands-on experience. He’s a fast learner and has spent countless hours on forums and YouTube, learning everything he possibly could before we hit the road. Since then, he’s done everything from fitting new propshafts and suspension to fully servicing the Defender himself.

He’s also a qualified Electrician, which definitely comes in handy when you’re building your own camper — from wiring the solar system to troubleshooting electrics on the road. Between his mechanical and electrical skills, we’re able to stay pretty self-sufficient wherever we are in the world.

I handle most of the planning — from visas and route navigation to finding places to stay along the way. I also make sure to capture the adventure as we go, whether that’s through our YouTube videos or daily updates on social media, so we can bring everyone along for the adventure. 

Where have you explored so far?

I'll break it down for each vehicle for you to give you some understanding of our past and where we've been. 

Backpacking 2019-2020

Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, Australia 

Volkswagen Transporter T5 - 2022-2023 

France, Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, Austria, Italy, Slovenia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Montenegro. 

MAN TGE - 2023- 2024 

France, Germany, Austria, Slovenia, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Turkey 

Motorbike Travel - Martha: Honda CRF 300 Rally Mitch: Honda CRF 300 L 2024-2025 

Scandaniva Trip (8 weeks) : France, Belgium, Germany, Finland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Netherlands. 

Morocco Trip (5 weeks): France, Spain, Morocco 

South East Asia (8 weeks): Vietnam & Laos 

Land Rover Defender - September 2025 - unknown. 

So far: France, Spain, Morocco… on the route to travel the length of Africa! 

What is a brief understanding of your adventures so far?

Our adventures began back in 2019, when we took a year out to backpack through Southeast Asia and Australia — our first real taste of long-term travel. It was in Australia that we bought our first camper, a 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser Troopcarrier, and discovered how much we loved travelling with our home on wheels.

When the pandemic brought us home, we tried to settle back into “normal life,” even buying a house again. But after everything we’d experienced, it just didn’t feel right. Once the world started to open up, we bought a Volkswagen Transporter T5 for weekend getaways, which quickly reignited our love for the open road.

In 2022, we sold everything, quit our jobs, and set off full-time to explore Europe in the T5 — and that’s when Jammy Gits was born. After a year travelling across Europe, we built our dream camper in a MAN TGE and continued exploring Europe and parts of Asia.

We then took a year to learn motorbiking and explore countries on two wheels — Martha on a Honda CRF 300 Rally and Mitch on a CRF 300 L. (Mitch grew up riding dirt bikes, so it was mostly Martha’s new adventure.) While the trips were thrilling, we decided that full-time motorbike travel, with camping every night, wasn’t the right fit for long term travel. (We still hope to travel on Motorbikes within the world tour). We still wanted to stay connected to the outdoors and enjoy the freedom to explore, but with some home comforts along the way. That’s what led us to our biggest project yet: converting our 2005 Land Rover Defender into the ultimate expedition vehicle.

Now, we’re on a mission to drive around the world for the next four years, starting with the west coast of Africa down to South Africa, then through the Americas, and eventually back to Australia before heading through Asia, Central Asia, and Europe to complete the loop. Every step has taught us something new about travel, simplicity, and what it means to live life on the road.

What are the top three destinations you hope to explore next, and why?

It's hard to choose a top three destinations as we hope to see the whole world! But our trip goals are: Mitch -  To visit the Amazon Rainforest, see a hippo in Africa, & finish up our lap of Australia. Martha's trip goals are: To take our Landy on a self-drive Safari, see Canada in autumn 🍂 & eat tacos in Mexico🌮 

Where would you recommend others visit?

Honestly, adventure can start anywhere, even close to home. During the pandemic, just getting out for a night in a lay-by in the Peak District was enough to feel free and connected to the outdoors.

If you’re looking further afield, a few road trip destinations have really stood out to us. Scandinavia is incredible — wild camping is easy and the scenery is breathtaking. The Balkans are full of character, with beautiful roads and lesser-known spots to explore. And for a taste of Africa without travelling too far, Morocco is amazing, with deserts, mountains, and vibrant culture all in one trip.

How do you primarily travel on your adventures today?

 We now travel with our 2005 Land Rover Defender 110. Top 3 modifications we have made are 

1. Full camper fit out in the back 
2. Alucab conversion with their awning (game changer) 
3. New Old Man Emu suspension

What are five pieces of equipment that you always travel with?

1. Recovery gear – Tow straps, a hi-lift jack, and shackles. You never know when you’ll need them off-road.
2. Portable stove cooking on Petrol – Cooking on the road is part of the adventure, and a hot meal makes every stop feel like home, using a Coleman Stove that uses Petrol is so useful compared to getting gas bottles refilled. 
3. Water storage & filtration – Extra water is essential for staying off-grid, and a good filter gives peace of mind. Having our Lifesaver Jerrycan works so we can have safe water wherever we are in the world. 
4. Camera gear – We love documenting our journey, from photographs to videos for our youtube channel. 
5. Starlink - Sadly one we have to mention in today's world, working online and having reliable internet anywhere we are in the world, is such a surreal experience. Like recently taking a business meeting with the Sahara Desert! 

What inspires you to explore more?

For us, it’s the freedom to get out there and see new places at our own pace. Meeting people, discovering landscapes you’ve only seen in photos, figuring out life on the road — it all keeps us curious. Every trip makes us realise there’s always somewhere new to go or something different to try, and that’s what keeps us moving. Adventure has just become part of how we live, and the more we explore, the more we want to see.

How do you engage with others?

Most of our community has grown online — through Instagram, YouTube, and sharing our journey as Jammy Gits. We love connecting with people there, whether it’s answering questions, sharing tips, or just chatting with fellow travellers. But we also really enjoy meeting people in person on the road. There’s something special about swapping stories around a campfire or helping each other out when travelling — it’s one of the best parts of life on the road.

Why is it important to embrace global cultures?

For us, it’s about really experiencing a place rather than just passing through. Meeting locals, trying their food, and seeing how they live gives travel a whole different depth. It makes the journey more interesting, more real, and often teaches us things we’d never learn at home. It’s part of why we keep exploring — the people and cultures are as much a part of the adventure as the landscapes.

What are your goals when you explore?

For us, it’s all about getting off the beaten track and finding experiences that feel real and unplanned. We love discovering hidden roads, remote campsites, and places most people never see. It’s not about ticking boxes — it’s about the freedom to go where we want, figure things out as we go, and chase the adventure together.

What are some challenges you have experienced?

For us, the biggest challenge has been learning to stay calm when things go wrong. Life on the road throws all sorts at you, but one that really sticks in our minds was in Croatia, when someone drove into our T5 while we were parked by the beach. Moments like that test your patience, but they also remind you to adapt, keep calm and carry on. 

What has been your most meaningful moment so far?

There are so many moments we could choose, but one that really stands out is spending a week with our friends Jessie and Dan. They’re a couple travelling in their Land Rover Defender for a year, and we connected online before managing to organise a convoy through the Sahara Desert. Travelling with others like that is always special, and being able to camp within the dunes of Erg Chagaga, have a campfire, listen to music, drink wine, and watch the stars together felt truly magical.

How has exploration changed you?

Exploration has changed us in ways we never expected. I used to be anxious and not very confident, but being on the road has taught me so much about myself. Facing new challenges, navigating unknown places, and figuring things out as we go has made me so much more confident in who I am and what I can handle. Travel has given me perspective, resilience, and a better understanding of myself — it’s helped me grow in ways I couldn’t have imagined before we left.

What is the number one lesson that you have learnt through your exploration?

Our favourite mantra is: “Nothing changes, if nothing changes.” It was the main push for us to pursue this lifestyle, and it’s proved true on a big scale — setting off on a four-year adventure — but also in the small, day-to-day decisions on the road. If you want something to happen, you have to make it happen, and travel has been the perfect reminder of that.

How do you explore locally?

Our favourite way to explore at home has been the Trans Euro Trail. It takes you off the main roads and onto quiet, off-road adventure tracks, which is exactly our kind of travel. Whether on a motorbike or in our Defender, the trail is perfect for anyone who loves getting off the beaten track and discovering new corners of the countryside.

What does the explmore mantra mean to you?

For us, the Explmore mantra — “Explore more of the world, engage with others, and embrace global cultures” — sums up why we travel. It’s a reminder to keep seeking new places, connect with people along the way, and really experience different ways of life. That mindset is what drives us to keep going, whether we’re off the beaten track in Africa, Scandinavia, or right at home in the UK.

What advice would you give to others who are seeking life changing adventure?

If you want an adventure, don’t wait for the “perfect moment” — make it happen. Start small if you need to, even just a weekend away to test the waters. Plan what you can, but also be ready to embrace the unexpected. And most importantly, trust yourself — stepping out of your comfort zone is where the real growth and memories happen, and remember, nothing changes, if nothing changes!