The Six Most Valuable Lessons I Learned After 4.5 Years of Van Life
For the next 4 ½ years, my trusty van and I explored everything New Zealand (my home) has to offer. Here are some of the most valuable lessons I learned on my journey.
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10 Things You Should Never Say to a Van Lifer
All of us who live the van life get the SAME unwanted questions over and over again. Here’s what NOT to say to someone who lives in a van, no matter how tempted you might be.
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Boondocking 101: How to Find Gorgeous, Free Campsites
Boondocking, or camping for free out in the wilderness, can be scary at first. We’ll go over the ins and outs of boondocking, where its legal, and whether it’s safe.
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How Much Does Van Life Really Cost? Van Lifers Reveal the Truth Behind the Price Tag
Wondering how much a camper van costs? From DIY conversions to brand-new custom builds, get the inside scoop from van lifers.
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8 Things That Seriously Suck about Van Life (Inspired by Real Experience)
Van life isn’t always gorgeous sunsets and yoga on the beach. It can be difficult and frustrating, with lots of decision fatigue. Here are some of the hardest parts.
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The Best 17 Ways to Find Public Showers (Free & Paid!)
Finding a hot public shower is one thing ever van lifer wants and craves. Here is our list of places you can find showers with endless hot water. Enjoy!
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7 Ways to Know You’re Ready to Live in a Van
How do you know when you, personally, are ready to live in a van?
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How To Plan a Cross-Country Road Trip with Harvest Hosts
So you want to travel across the country with Harvest Hosts? Here are our top tips and favorite destinations.
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I found 14 mice in my campervan. Here’s how I handled this van life nightmare
Mice in your campervan? Yes, it happens more than van lifers would like to admit. See how The Wayward Home’s writer Brooke Alexander dealt with her mouse invasion.
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The Best Gym Membership for Van Life: Real-Life Top Picks
Many van lifers utilize a gym membership for showering. National gym memberships have locations all over the place, and you can use them to shower, work out and sometimes even soak in a hot tub. Here are our top picks for the best gym memberships for van life.
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The Best Campervan Coffee Makers for the Perfect Cup on the Road
Just because you live in a van, doesn’t mean your coffee has to suck. Here are some of the best ways to make coffee in a campervan.
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I Lived in a Car to Pay off Debt. Here are 16 of My Best Tips
Want to start living in a car? Here are 16 tried and true tips and tricks, from how to cook to where to use the loo.
