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Bridging The Continents

Andre van der Most

Bridging the Continents follows the inspiring journey of André van der Most as he drives a Toyota Land Cruiser from Holland to Uganda along the rugged west coast of Africa. More than just an overland adventure, this podcast shines a light on the people and organizations making a difference across the continent.Through stories from the road—navigating borders, crossing deserts, and connecting with communities—André shares both the challenges and triumphs of his expedition. Along the way, he

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October 5 2025 - From Azure to Agadir: Surf Towns,...

Bridging The Continents ·

2025/10/28

📍 Location: Sidi Kaouki & Agadir, Morocco🎧 Episode Notes (written in 1st person):October 5th was a day of transitions and surprises. We left Azure behind and hit the road for Agadir, following a route that took us through the surf village of Sidi Kaouki — a place Morris had checked out the day before.Not long after setting out, we were stopped — not by traffic, but by Morris himself, who was out training for an upcoming marathon. It was one of those unexpected but fun travel moments that make

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October 4 2025 - Wandering Essaouira — Medina,...

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2025/10/21

📍 Location: Essaouira, Morocco🗒️ Episode Notes: Good day! Waking up in Essaouira in our very Moroccan hotel set the tone for another adventurous day. Johan and I decided to explore the town in the morning before meeting up with Morris later.We first wandered along the outside of the medina, where one side opens to the beach. Nearby, we discovered another walled area that included a cemetery — a reminder that not everyone gets to enjoy the view. Walking around, we found small workshops and utility

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4:56

October 4 2025 - Wandering Essaouira — Medina,...

Bridging The Continents ·

2025/10/21

📍 Location: Essaouira, Morocco🗒️ Episode Notes: Good day! Waking up in Essaouira in our very Moroccan hotel set the tone for another adventurous day. Johan and I decided to explore the town in the morning before meeting up with Morris later.We first wandered along the outside of the medina, where one side opens to the beach. Nearby, we discovered another walled area that included a cemetery — a reminder that not everyone gets to enjoy the view. Walking around, we found small workshops and utility

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October 3 2025 - Exploring Morocco — From Rabat to...

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2025/10/21

📍 Location: Essaouira, Morocco🗒️ Episode Notes: Good day! October 3rd marks our second day in Morocco. We started the day with a walk to pick up some engine oil for the vehicle — it’s always good to check that everything is running smoothly, and so far, our journey from the Netherlands has been going well. While walking, I noticed there’s still a lot of cleanup needed around Morocco, especially with plastic bottles scattered about, although some areas are well-maintained.The goal today was to

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October 2 2025 - First Steps in Africa — Arrival in...

Bridging The Continents ·

2025/10/21

📍 Location: Morocco — from the ferry port to Mohammedia🗒️ Episode Notes: Good day! Today was the long-awaited day — making it to Africa. Since we were close to the ferry departure point, we quickly realized that the entry wasn’t where we first thought. After a few twists and turns, some paperwork, and a couple of return trips, we finally got the confirmation needed for our journey.Our ferry was heading to Ceuta, a Spanish enclave on the Moroccan side, but we wanted to land further east toward

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October 1 2025 - First Steps Toward Africa —...

Bridging The Continents ·

2025/10/21

📍 Location: Algeciras, Southern Spain🗒️ Episode Notes: October 1, 2025 — today we set our sights on reaching Algeciras. The goal was clear, but as always, the journey has its uncertainties. We discovered there are several ways to cross the Mediterranean, each with multiple ferry companies. The actual sailing only takes about an hour to an hour and a half, but most of the time is spent waiting and getting things sorted.Driving through southern Spain was beautiful — toasty weather, mountainous

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September 30, 2025 - Easy Days in Alfas del Pi – A...

Bridging The Continents ·

2025/10/21

📍 Location: Alfas del Pi, Spain🗒️ Episode Notes: Today I decided to slow things down and stay put in Alfas del Pi. It was a practical kind of day — refueling, restocking, and soaking in the small-town charm. I got lucky and found diesel at €1.30 a liter when most stations were charging €1.50 or more. Those small wins always add up when you’re on the road.We also stopped by one of those Chinese stores that seem to have everything imaginable — it’s the kind of place where you can find anything from

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September 29 2025 - Snow Day in Valencia and...

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2025/10/18

📍 Location:Valencia → Alfas del Pi, Spain🗒️ Episode Notes:Good day — it’s Monday, September 29th. I started the morning just outside Valencia in a little town called Real, where the narrow countryside roads made for some beautiful, careful driving. From there, I made my way into the city to meet up with my longtime friend Scott Perry and his family. I’ve known Scott for over 15 years — we met back in Seattle through real estate circles — and it was great to see him again, now living in Spain with

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September 28 2025 - Fuel, Floods, and Friendly Faces...

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2025/10/18

📍 Location: La Jonquera → Barcelona → Valencia, Spain🎧 Episode Notes (First Person)Good day — September 28th. What a day it turned out to be. The morning started at the hotel where Adriana, originally from Colombia 26 years ago, helped me out. My Spanish is rusty, but somehow we made conversation work — that in itself was a great start to the day.After a quick coffee, I hit the road with one goal in mind: fuel up in Spain instead of France. Diesel prices can vary wildly in France — sometimes up to

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September 27 2025 - Toul to La Jonquera: Crossing...

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2025/10/18

📍 Location:Toul, France → La Jonquera, Spain🗓️ Episode Date:September 27th📝 Episode Notes:September 27th was a long day on the road, waking up in a small but cozy hotel in Toul, France. Breakfast was basic but sufficient to start the journey south. I relied heavily on my Garmin GPS navigation, which I find fun—it gives me directions, but if I want to take a different route, it adapts immediately.The plan is simple: just keep moving, because I have only two weeks to reach Mauritania. Toll roads in

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4:57

September 26 - 2025 Export Plates and the Open Road:...

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2025/10/18

📍 Location:Neumannsdorp & Oud-Beijerland, The Netherlands🗓️ Episode Date:September 26th📝 Episode Notes:September 26th marked the first true day of departure from the Netherlands. I started the day at a campsite in Neumannsdorp, filling up on relatively cheap diesel before heading to GlobalCar NL in Oud-Beijerland to apply for my export license plates. Things moved smoothly: the team connected with RDW, exchanged the yellow plates for white ones, and I was ready to go after paying €150 for two

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September 24 2025 - Winding Roads to Winsum

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2025/10/18

📍 Location:Winsum, The Netherlands🗓️ Episode Date:September 24th📝 Episode Notes:September 24th came around, and I woke up at the beautiful Wolfskuil, ready to move north toward Winsum—just above Groningen—so I’d be close when the long-awaited registration card finally arrived. That was the plan, at least.Along the way, I stopped in Steenwijk to pick up some supplies, then took the small backroads through the Dutch countryside. I hadn’t driven those kinds of roads since 1983, and it reminded me

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September 23 2025 - Coffee Time at the Wolfskuil: A...

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2025/10/18

📍 Location:Oud Beijerland, The Netherlands🗓️ Episode Date:September 23rd📝 Episode Notes:It’s September 23rd, and I’m still here in the Netherlands. What started as an unintended stay turned into a really worthwhile day. I was able to catch up on a few things, including some construction happening back in Seattle, but the highlight was definitely coffee time with the volunteers at the Wolfskuil.There are about nine people who help maintain this beautiful place each week, and it was such a joy to

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September 22, 2025 - The Lost Registration Card Detour

Bridging The Continents ·

2025/10/16

📍 Location: Oud-Beijerland → Ommen → Groningen, The Netherlands🗓️ Date: September 22, 2025🎧 Episode NotesWhat was supposed to be the day of departure from the Netherlands turned into an unexpected detour through Dutch bureaucracy. In this episode, I recount my attempt to get export license plates in Oud-Beijerland, only to discover that the car’s registration card had gone missing. What followed was a lesson in patience, paperwork, and the unpredictable rhythm of travel. From ordering a new card

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September 21 2025 - Farewells and Full Circles: A Day...

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2025/10/15

📍 Location: Dordrecht & Naaldwijk, The NetherlandsEpisode NotesSeptember 21st — what a day. I woke up at the Van der Valk Hotel in Dordrecht after a good night’s rest, greeted by a breakfast buffet that reminded me of my time in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Though Riyadh might still take the win for variety, this one was nothing short of delightful. It was great to gather once more with the group from yesterday’s reunion — sixteen of us in total — sharing coffee, stories, and warm goodbyes before

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September 20 2025 - Full Circle in Boeregoed: From...

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2025/10/15

📍 Location: Boeregoed & Zwijndrecht, The NetherlandsEpisode Notes Today, September 20th, was one of those rare days where past and present come together perfectly. This morning, I visited Boeregoed — a place that holds deep meaning for me. I grew up right across the street, in a house that no longer exists, replaced by new homes. The greenhouses, though — they’re still there. I used to cut lettuce and pick tomatoes in them as a kid. Coming back after all these years, seeing those same

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September 19, 2025 - Dutch Roads, Roundabouts, and a...

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2025/10/14

📍 Location: Naaldwijk, Netherlands📝 Episode Notes:On Friday, September 19, 2025, I made my way from Ommen back to my hometown of Naaldwijk. Along the way, I had to stop in a small town north of Ommen to pick up some letters I wanted to display on the Land Cruiser, crafted by Erhart. He’s living a simple but wonderful life on his neat farm, taking care of animals and enjoying the day-to-day.Driving through the Netherlands gave me plenty to think about—traffic jams, roundabouts, narrow roads, and

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2:55

September 18, 2025 - A Day Offline in the Dutch...

Bridging The Continents ·

2025/10/14

Location: Ommen, The NetherlandsEpisode Notes: On Thursday, September 18, 2025, Andre wakes up at the Wolfskuil — a cozy retreat surrounded by forest and fields — where he’s staying with Marcel, Menke, and their three daughters. With internet access restored, he reflects on how much we depend on connectivity, even while appreciating the quiet beauty of rural Dutch life. The day unfolds with a mix of gratitude, digital catch-up, and practical work — including measuring the vehicle for new website

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3:24

September 17, 2025 - Tech on the Road: Choosing the...

Bridging The Continents ·

2025/10/13

📍 Location:Notter, Netherlands — with stops in Wolskau and Ootmarsum🗓️ Episode Details:Date: Wednesday, September 17, 2025 In this episode, Andre recounts a day of progress and reflection on his travels through the Netherlands. After a failed attempt earlier in the week, he returns to Notter to finally pick up the Garmin Tread 2 Overland — a rugged GPS built for adventure. Along the way, he weighs the balance between old-school navigation and the digital demands of modern travel. The day ends on a

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September 16 2025 - The Chair, the Road, and the...

Bridging The Continents ·

2025/10/11

📍 Location: Lhee and Dwingeloo, Netherlands🗒️ Episode Notes: On this Tuesday, September 16th, the day starts early with a drive from Lhee near Dwingeloo back to Grootegast to visit JWG Campers once again. After some mechanical teamwork with Wiebe, the long-awaited installation of the Renault Embrace chair into the Land Cruiser is finally completed—a major step forward in the build.To celebrate the accomplishment, dinner in Dwingeloo leads to a chance encounter with Gerard from Susteren, a man

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