In 2017, I quit my stable job in what appeared to be a “good career” to go see the world with my then-boyfriend. We had no idea what we were doing and very little money but we were ready for a change. Together, we learned a lot about budget travel, jumped into the world of …
Prior to Van Life, my partner Gene and I, had lived in the city of Philadelphia for years, working seven days a week just to be able to afford our overpriced rent and spend money on things we didn’t really need. All the while, our apartment was filling up with material items that didn’t actually …
When you begin the process of building out a van to become your home, it can seem really overwhelming when you start to add up all of the potential costs in your head. Between a bedroom, a kitchen, and a bathroom, things can really add up. If you’re anything like me, you’ve dreamt of this …
After being on the road for over two years, there are some things that I use all the time and no one told me I would need them! Some are true essentials while others are just real convenient and highly recommended. Living in a van or camper requires a unique set of things and I …
We’re all going to make mistakes when it comes to our first van build. However, I would’ve loved to have someone tell me what *not* to do or what they regret so I didn’t make the same mistake they did. It would have saved me lots of time and money (which I’m trying to save …
Instagram Pinterest Facebook-f Youtube Twitter As van life becomes increasingly popular, more companies are popping up offering different customizations, different pricing, and different packages all together. If you simply look up “van builders”, some of the biggest companies will show up right away.. but are these really the best option? Most of them are insanely …
The Sprinter and Transit are both really great vans for van dwelling because of the size and capabilities you’ll have for the conversion. They offer the chance of fitting all the necessities of a home into a vehicle without feeling too cramped. Both have different features and therefore, have different reasons for going with one or …
Figuring out how you’re going to go to the bathroom while living in a vehicle is one of the first things to consider when building out your van. Budget, space, and convenience are the three biggest factors so you want to make sure you find something you can afford, takes up the amount of space …
One of the first questions I get asked by most people when I mention living in a van is.. “Sooo where do you shower?” It’s a valid question and one that we all have to think about at some point during the build. Do you want a full shower in the van? But that can …
After living in our van for awhile now, we have had the chance to become accustomed to all the different features we included in our build. Although a few of them may be ditched on the next go- around, there are some things we have realized we couldn’t do without. Other folks may disagree or have other opinions, …
Whether you plan to build out your own van or work with a conversion company, you should always want to come up with ways of making it your own and doing something to add originality. Too often, we see similar “factory- produced” looking vans with the same interiors! Mix it up and use various sources for …
Instagram Pinterest Facebook Youtube Twitter Adjusting to a completely different way of life, such as living in 60 sq. ft, is a difficult process for all of us. There will be mistakes along the way and we just have to live and learn as we go. But the least I can do is share a …
Approaching my first van build, I had no idea how uncommon the induction stove was in the van community. I came across it when researching ways of cooking on the road without needing propane. Having propane is definitely not that big of a deal and is definitely the most popular way of cooking. But I …
During your many hours of research before the van build, it can be hard to get a round idea of how much to expect on spending! There are so many options when it comes to every. single. decision. We did our best to build our van sticking closely to a budget but still getting what …
Instagram Pinterest Facebook Youtube Twitter UPDATE: THIS IS A TOUR OF MY FIRST VAN. MY CURRENT VAN BREAKDOWN CAN BE FOUND HERE. There are so many small aspects of the van that may be missed just looking through social media posts. If you are building out a van or will in the future, this is …
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