Alternative Living Chat
Podcast Description
Alternative Living Chat is the podcast that dives into the lives of people who’ve stepped off the beaten path and chosen to live differently. From vanlifers to off-grid adventurers, canal boat dwellers to tiny home pioneers—each episode explores the why, how, and what it’s really like to live a life outside the norm.
I ask my guests to be completely open and honest, so you’ll hear the highs, the lows, the challenges, and the unexpected joys of alternative living. If you’re curious about escaping the conventional or just love hearing real stories from real people, this is the podcast for you.
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The podcast focuses on diverse aspects of alternative living, including van life, tiny homes, and canal boat living, with episode examples like Sandra's transition from a corporate career to life on a narrowboat and the joys of off-grid adventures, emphasizing real-life stories that highlight both challenges and rewards in unconventional lifestyles.

Alternative Living Chat is the podcast that dives into the lives of people who’ve stepped off the beaten path and chosen to live differently. From vanlifers to off-grid adventurers, canal boat dwellers to tiny home pioneers—each episode explores the why, how, and what it’s really like to live a life outside the norm.
I ask my guests to be completely open and honest, so you’ll hear the highs, the lows, the challenges, and the unexpected joys of alternative living. If you’re curious about escaping the conventional or just love hearing real stories from real people, this is the podcast for you.
Join us in this captivating episode of the Alternative Living Chat Podcast, where host Maxine welcomes Sandra Willis, an inspiring individual who has embraced an unconventional lifestyle. Having lived on a narrowboat for 13 years, Sandra shares her unique journey from the bustling life of running an events company to the tranquil existence on the waterways of Ireland and Great Britain.
Discover the challenges and joys Sandra encountered as she transitioned from a busy career to the peacefulness of narrowboat living. She elaborates on her exploration of Ireland’s stunning landscapes through her camper van and her new venture, Motorhome Routes Ireland. Sandra offers insights into the practicalities of living on a boat, the freedom and exploration it brings, and how her priorities have shifted over the years.
Tune in to learn about Sandra’s bold move to Ireland, her memorable adventures like cruising through the Thames barrier, and how she plans to support herself through her new business. Whether you’re intrigued by alternative living or seeking inspiration for a life less ordinary, Sandra’s story promises to captivate and inspire.
Website – www.motorhomeroutes.co.uk
Facebook page – https://www.facebook.com/MotorhomeRoutesIreland

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