One you start driving a converted van instead of a car you quickly realize it is so different in terms of driving! Before getting our van we never worried about where things were in the car or getting it ready to leave. Everything inside the car just kind of stayed in place. Well driving in a van with all of our stuff requires a little more thought in order to not having everything flying around! We’ve taken some bumpy roads and had quite a few disasters while driving. Here is how to make everything not move while driving in a van or RV so you’re not left with all of your belongings on the floor!
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Road trips are an amazing way to travel! They allow you to see so many different places as well as stop at hidden gems along the way. Having your own transportation means you have so much more flexibility and control over your schedule. We’ve done road trips in a bunch of different countries and have learned there are a few things that will make you so much more comfortable! Here is our ultimate road trip packing list so you can jump in the car (or van or bus) and have an amazing experience!
[Read more…] about Ultimate Road Trip Packing ListIs a Nature’s Head Composting Toilet Worth It?
Having a toilet in our van gives us so much flexibility in terms of where we can go and the types of places we can stay. It means we’re not limited to staying places with facilities or bathrooms somewhat close by. One of the most popular van and RV toilet options is the Nature’s Head composting toilet. But it’s pretty expensive to purchase. So this post is going through the pros and cons and answering the question is a Nature’s Head composting toilet worth it?
[Read more…] about Is a Nature’s Head Composting Toilet Worth It?How to Find Overnight Parking for Your Van or RV
Finding overnight parking in a van or RV is one of the trickiest parts of living on the road. Having a place to sleep that you feel safe and comfortable is essential to getting a good nights sleep. It’s so much easier to get burnt out in this lifestyle if you’re constantly moving spots all night or feeling like you’re on edge. This post dives into how to find overnight parking for your van or RV including apps we use and our top spots to stay!
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Throughout our entire build process we thought really hard about how each part of our van layout would function. Each decision was intentional in order to use the small space as well as possible. Everything has a place and a reason why it’s where it is. But when we first left after finishing our van build we obviously weren’t sure how it would really do. Well now that we’ve been living in our van we have added and gotten rid of items in order for it to be the best it can be. Here are our top van life essentials that you can’t live without!
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