This is Part 1 of a series we are doing which chronicles the path to our first campervan. In this series, we hope to lay out all of the “dirty details” of the process we went through to get into our first campervan and the fixes and repairs we tackled right off the bat. We…
Could you live in a campervan full-time? Is it something you even see as a remote possibility Let’s talk through the lessons learned from our campervan rental experience to help you find out. Look, I’m a pretty simple guy. I don’t feel like I need much to be happy or content. In fact, I seem…
Wondering what owning an RV is really like? If you’re RV-curious but don’t own one yet, or are thinking of getting something completely different than what you have, renting can be the perfect way to try before you buy. Learn more about your options as I share in this post a recap of my personal…
Do you have friends and family who love to travel and own an RV? Are you on the hunt for the best Gifts for RV Owners? We’ve rounded up over 25 items that we love and personally use while RVing and camping outdoors. Finding a great gift idea for each person on your list can…
When I met the man who is now my husband, I was living full-time in a travel trailer at an RV park. At that time, he lived in an apartment and owned a self-built campervan that he used to venture off into the woods. When we decided to move in together, we bought a Class…
RVing is an increasingly popular way to explore the great outdoors. It’s an amazing way to travel. We love the open road, the flexibility, and the freedom. However, traveling by RV also means you need to know how to find the best RV campsites. That’s why I wrote this article. I leaned on my many…
As someone who loves the outdoors, many of my weekends and holidays are spent camping and hiking. I often travel solo, which leads to lots of questions being asked about my safety. In fact, “How do you stay safe?” is the most frequently asked question. If you’re also wondering the same thing, you’re in luck….
Congratulations! You’re thinking about buying an RV. This is an exciting time. There are so many types, sizes, and features to consider. First things first, should you buy a new or used RV? Let the decision-making begin. There are many, many factors to consider. Towable vs driveable, new vs used, solar-ready or not, fully equipped…
Maybe you’re thinking about van life as an option for your lifestyle. Or maybe you’re already elbow-deep in your own campervan conversion. Wherever you are today, we’re here to talk all about the best van life books. There are many books about van life on the market today that can help anyone navigate this alternative…
My wife and I have a lot of questions about our next life phase when our nest is officially empty. This should become a reality in about a year. So the questions are top of mind and they seem to multiply every day. But our biggest question at the moment is whether or not we…
In today’s episode of camper van craze, I’m here to help you navigate the age-old (I know it’s only been a few years, but it seems longer!) question: Should I choose to build out my own camper van DIY-style, or hire out a camper van conversion company to get the job done? Over the last…
We’ve written quite a bit over the past year about all types of RV rentals and the best RV rental locations. You have a ton of information to explore here on the site on this topic, but we haven’t really targeted how to really help you save money on RV rentals! It’s mixed in here…
So you’re ready to build a camper van, eh? But the thought of another renovation project is a little more than you can bear. We hear ya. You could consider camper van conversion companies as an option. After spending eight months renovating our last rig, a 1976 Airstream travel trailer, we weren’t quite ready to…
I’ve spent a great deal of time in RV forums and digital groups of various shapes and sizes over the past couple of years. I mean a LOT of time. From that time spent, one of my personal beliefs has been confirmed: Fear is an extremely powerful force, always active in our lives and in…
