About Us
Who Am I?
Hello! I’m Orla Walsh, a Registered Dietitian, founder of Out In The Air and Orla Walsh Nutrition. I’m also a mum of three kids, a foodie, a motorhome owner and a lover of the great outdoors. (If you’re also into food and healthy living, follow me on my Orla Walsh Nutrition Instagram page!)
For as long as I can remember, since childhood, my holidays have been spent traversing Ireland’s mountains and rugged coastlines in my dad’s blue Volkswagen Transporter camper – ‘Le Van Bleu’. My dad is a well known sea kayaker and mountaineer and was away in the van pretty much every weekend, so vanlife has always been second nature. For me, campervans and motorhomes have always been symbols of adventure and freedom.
From childhood weekends hiking up mountains and sleeping in the van, to family holidays by the beach, these experiences shaped my passion for the great outdoors.
When I met my future husband Ben, he became obsessed with vanlife and immediately fell in love with ‘Le Van Bleu’, so we pretty much took ownership of it in order to explore Ireland, the UK, France and Spain. After we got married, the obvious honeymoon for us was to explore New Zealand in a camper. This trip was pure bliss and we would go back in a heartbeat.
When our kids were old enough, we then bought and converted our own Volkswagen Caravelle, before upgrading to and renovating our 6 berth Burstner, which is current home on wheels.
For us, nothing beats the feeling of waking up to new sunrises in different locations, planning journeys on the fly, and the sense of community at every stop.
Why we started Out In The Air
Through our adventures, we noticed a gap in resources for the Irish community. Information was scattered, local insights were hard to find and we’d lost count of how many hours and days we’ve spent reaching dead ends on Google, searching for “How to…” for pretty much everything. That’s why we created Out In The Air – to be a one-stop platform for advice and everything related to campervans, motorhomes and outdoor activities.
Our Mission: Fueling Your Passion
Our mission is simple: to be the ultimate Irish resource for campervan and motorhome enthusiasts and those who love being outdoors. Whether you’re a seasoned owner, a curious first-timer, or somewhere in between, we’re here to provide comprehensive guides, inspiring stories, practical maintenance tips, and the latest news. There’ll also be plenty of hints and tips for eating healthy and keeping fit while away in your van!
A place for Campervan and Motorhome Enthusiasts and anyone who loves the great outdoors.
Explore Out In The Air, where every page is a step towards your next great adventure. Whether you need practical advice or just want to dream about open roads and starry nights, we’re thrilled to have you on board.
Welcome to our community, where every road leads to discovery, and every journey is about more than just the destination.