2025 was our Golden Gap Year—a year we hit pause on the usual routine, hit the road in our Grand Design 2600 RB Travel Trailer, and said yes to travel, national parks, small towns, and unforgettable moments.

In this video, we’re looking back at our 2025 RV adventure, sharing the numbers behind the journey, what surprised us, and more!

Check out this week’s video to see our travel, “by the numbers”.📊

 🚐 Miles traveled
🏕️ Campgrounds & boondocking spots
🗺️ States visited
🏞️ National Parks & Monuments
🥾 Ebike Miles
⚙️ Unexpected breakdowns

From peaceful Corps of Engineers campgrounds to iconic national parks, bourbon trails, scenic byways, and a few roadside surprises, this year reminded us why we chose this season of life.

💛 What We Learned:

✔ History is best learned where it took place 

 ✔ Flexibility is the real luxury and Key
✔ The road always has a lesson (sometimes mechanical)

➡️ What’s Next for Garlands on the Go:

Who knows!

 Whether you’re dreaming of RV life, planning your own gap year, or just love travel stories from the road—we’re so glad you’ve followed along and if you have any questions….reach out to us!

Thanks for riding shotgun with us—see you down the road. 🚐✨