It is true what they say: National Parks are for lovers! However, as a solo traveler this bond is strictly between me and the National Parks of the US. Since I started Vanlife, I’ve had the opportunity to visit twenty of our nation’s parks! Here’s a list of some of …
One of the ultimate questions I get asked when people find out I live in a van is “So where do you shower?” Or my other favorite: “But where do you poop??” Even though it seems like a weird thing to ask, it’s a great topic of concern for people …
Although it’s possible to leave the natural wood finish on the interior of your van, I opted to paint my walls and cabinets for a more personal touch. Why be basic when you can be one-of-a-kind? In this post, I’ll cover some basic tips and tricks for a solid paint …
If you’re going to be doing anything in your van besides sleeping, you’re going to need some space to hang out! I also planned on working on my van so I needed a space I could comfortably sit, eat, and work. Space is limited so I had to get creative …
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Living in a converted van means you are going to have to live as minimalist as possible which can make living luxuriously (and sometimes comfortably) a challenge. However, there are a few items that I have found to be a game-changer for making Vanlife much more enjoyable. Baby Wipes – …
So you’ve got your van all ready to go – now what? Where do you even begin? Everyone’s adVANture is totally different. I started my journey thinking I would be able to find consistent remote work and travel pretty consistently, going from city to city and national park to national …
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I’ve covered parts of the kitchen build in a few other posts, but there is just so much to do when it comes to the kitchen area that I had to break it up into a few posts! In this post I’ll cover setting up your sink and how to …
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If you plan on doing any kind of cooking inside your vehicle, you’re going to need a kitchen. There are a few different setup options based on size and cooking needs, but I’ll take you through how I built my kitchen area. In another post I specifically go into the …
One of my favorite (and luxurious) elements I have in my van is the lights! While it would be possible to just use lanterns and flashlights and even battery-powered string lights, have recessed overhead lights offers light equally to my entire living space and makes it feel a little more …
A large component of living in a van is actually living small. It’s no secret that you will have to downsize. I’ve also learned that with such small quarters, it’s essential for everything to have a designated place or it will go flying around while you’re driving. In this article, …
