Philadelphia
Complete the expedition platform, test its systems, secure partners and document the making of the mission.
OVERLAND
Follow our expedition from Philadelphia to Ushuaia—and beyond.
START HERE · EMPEZÁ ACÁ
Daniel and Analía Loza are preparing a multi-year expedition from Philadelphia to Ushuaia and, later, across Africa. With Casa Argentina en Philadelphia, the project will listen to rural schools and communities, connect verified needs with responsible partners, and document what is learned along the road.
Daniel y Analía Loza preparan una expedición de varios años desde Philadelphia hasta Ushuaia y, luego, por África. Junto con Casa Argentina, el proyecto escuchará a escuelas rurales y comunidades, conectará necesidades verificadas con aliados responsables y documentará lo aprendido en el camino.
CASA ARGENTINA · 2027 HUMANITARIAN PROPOSAL
Behind the road ahead is a community that already knows how to bring people together. Casa Argentina en Philadelphia connects families through Argentine culture, education and community service. It leads the nonprofit side of our proposed 2027 journey.
Together, we are developing collaborations with local schools and community organizations. Casa Argentina guides its charitable programs; Overland Americas brings transport, field logistics and stories from the road. The proposed route links Philadelphia, Ushuaia, São Paulo, Cape Town and a future journey north to Cairo. Dates, stops and activities remain in development.
El camino empieza en la comunidad. Casa Argentina lidera la propuesta educativa y humanitaria para 2027; Overland Americas aporta transporte, logística y relatos del viaje. Queremos conectar con escuelas y organizaciones locales, escuchando sus necesidades antes de definir cada actividad.
THE ROUTE

EXPEDITION ROADMAP
Every chapter combines overland travel, community collaboration, humanitarian outreach and field reporting. Timing and stops will evolve with local partners and conditions on the road.
Complete the expedition platform, test its systems, secure partners and document the making of the mission.
Community meetings, school and nonprofit connections, media collaborations and field stories.
From Cartagena through the Andes and Patagonia to Ushuaia, connecting communities across the continent.
The mission continues north with humanitarian, educational and cultural partnerships.
THE EXPEDITION PLATFORM
A 2004 Freightliner FL80 6×6 carrying a Bliss Mobil 15-foot habitat, paired with a 25-foot Viking trailer and a Jeep Wrangler JK for local access.
ORIGINAL SERIES
Follow the real work behind a multi-year expedition: the mechanical build, humanitarian planning, partnerships, testing, and people moving the mission forward.
THE FOUNDATION
Why a Freightliner FL80, Bliss Mobil habitat, Jeep Wrangler and support trailer became the foundation for a journey with purpose.
THE BUILD
Cooling, suspension, electrical systems, storage, recovery gear and the thousands of decisions required before departure.
THE MISSION
Connecting with schools, hospitals, municipalities and nonprofit organizations from Mexico to Argentina.
THE PARTNERS
Installation stories, partner interviews and transparent field reports from the companies helping make the expedition possible.
MEDIA CENTER
Overland Americas is available for interviews, expedition features, technical stories and local community collaborations in English and Spanish.
Philadelphia → Ushuaia → South Africa → Egypt. A 3–5 year humanitarian and field-testing journey.
Rural schools, hospitals, municipalities and nonprofit partners along the route.
Vehicle preparation, installations, real-world product testing and partner interviews.
Bilingual background, vehicle specifications, route information, photographs and interview coordination.
Media & collaboration inquiries
Casa Argentina en Philadelphia
9200 Academy Road, Philadelphia, PA 19114

LIVE FROM @OVERLAND_AMERICAS
Follow the build in real time, meet the partners behind the expedition, watch new Reels and share the mission with your community.
OUR PHOTO JOURNAL
Explore our travel photographs, activities, expedition preparation and community stories.
Explore the photo journal ↗
China · 2018THE PEOPLE & THE PURPOSE
Daniel and Analia Loza are lifelong travelers and overlanders with more than 20 years on the road, over 500,000 miles traveled and experience across every continent—including journeys through China, India, Mongolia, Russia and Ukraine.



CO-FOUNDER · EXPEDITION DIRECTOR
Daniel leads expedition strategy, institutional relationships, sponsor development, technical coordination and cross-border planning. His background in law, real estate and negotiation gives the project a disciplined framework for partnerships, documentation and long-term commitments.

CO-FOUNDER · COMMUNITY DIRECTOR
Analia leads the people-centered side of the project: schools, nonprofit organizations, municipalities, hospitality, volunteer relationships and local follow-up. Her role keeps every stop focused on people and verified local needs, rather than simply a photograph or a delivery.

COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
Rachel leads the project’s editorial presentation, source-package design, sponsor materials and image-selection workflow. Her work translates the expedition’s technical, humanitarian and cultural activities into practical material for editors, partners and media.
NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION
A U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting cultural, educational, humanitarian and community initiatives connecting Argentina, the United States and the broader international community.

CO-FOUNDERS · TWO COMPLEMENTARY ROLES
Daniel leads the machines, route and field operation. Analia leads the relationships, humanitarian outreach and community connections. Together, they direct Overland Americas.
Read the founders’ bios ↑RECENT MEDIA & FIELD UPDATES
Selected official updates from the Overland Americas social channels: media conversations, humanitarian planning and the partners preparing the expedition fleet.
Watch Overland Americas on YouTube ↗

Daniel reflects on migration, family, Casa Argentina and the community purpose behind the expedition he is preparing with Analía.
Alejandra Legarda · September 16, 2026A bilingual, community-centered look at Daniel and Analía Loza’s vision for Overland Americas and Casa Argentina’s educational and humanitarian mission across the Americas and Africa.
Latina Republic · September 20, 2026Daniel and Analía join Daniel Thornton to tell the story behind Overland Americas, the expedition fleet and Casa Argentina’s humanitarian mission for 2027.
Daniel Thornton · September 2026
Daniel and Analía share the purpose behind Overland Americas: a journey from Philadelphia toward Ushuaia with a commitment to community service. Read AL DÍA’s feature in English or Spanish.
Alejandra Legarda · September 7, 2026A recorded conversation from Daniel’s visit to Abenteuer & Allrad in Bad Kissingen. Preserved in his Facebook archive, the clip captures a face-to-face exchange from the expedition-vehicle community.
Bad Kissingen, Germany · 1:45
After presenting Creer o Reventar at the House of Magic in Glenside, Argentine magicians Facundo Daelli and Santiago Mouradian visited Casa Argentina. Sharing their stories and a warm welcome is part of the community that gives this journey its purpose.
About their performance ↗

Daniel and Analia share the origin of Overland Americas and Casa Argentina’s mission with Daniel Thornton.

The expedition will connect with schools and communities while documenting practical support, field testing and local stories.

Technical partners are helping prepare the Freightliner 6×6, Bliss Mobil habitat, support trailer and Jeep Wrangler.
Dorman donated a replacement Jeep fuel tank, delivered to Middle Bucks Institute of Technology. Davico offered the Jeep’s two-piece catalytic and Y-pipe assembly. ScanGauge / Linear Logic supplied a ScanGauge III for the Jeep. Baja Designs offered a 55% lighting discount and is helping select a suitable kit.
MBIT students and instructor Robert Schwarz are evaluating and working on the Jeep. Berks Career & Technology Center has met with us to discuss a possible Freightliner diesel teaching project; the scope is still being evaluated.
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PROFESSIONAL RESOURCE · RECURSO PROFESIONAL
Legal guidance in English and Spanish, with a personal connection to the Philadelphia community. Visit the firm’s website to learn about its services and contact the team.
Orientación legal en inglés y español. Conocé los servicios del estudio y contactá al equipo.
Legal services are provided separately from Casa Argentina’s nonprofit programs and the Overland Americas expedition.