Van Buddies
Van Life Stories & Inspiration
As an aspiring van lifer, hearing from others who’ve already made the leap can be incredibly helpful—welcome to our Van Buddies!
We know how valuable it is to gather insights before diving into such a big lifestyle change. There’s a lot to consider when you’re about to hit the road—the excitement, the challenges—and learning how others navigated their journeys can offer the inspiration and guidance you need.
This space is dedicated to sharing stories from fellow van lifers who’ve already made the leap. It’s where you can discover who they are, how they live on the road, and the transformations they’ve experienced. Every van life journey is unique, and these personal stories can help paint a clearer picture of what to expect—both the joys and the struggles.
We believe learning from others is one of the best ways to prepare for this lifestyle, and we’re excited to introduce you to some of our friends from the road.
From full-time travelers to weekend adventurers, each story offers a glimpse into life on the road and the lessons they’ve learned. We hope their stories inspire you as you take the first steps toward your own van life adventure!
Got a story to share? Reach out to us here.
Our Van Buddies
Weekend Trips Made Easy with Our Mini Camper
The biggest upgrade from tent camping is mobility. The ability to discover new places every day is a wonderful aspect of the mini camper lifestyle.
Unveiling a New World Map for Vanlife Adventures
Having previously lived in Rotterdam and worked full-time, the idea of nomadic living, especially vanlife, started to take on a deeper meaning. It began to
Travelling in a Van: Freedom, Nature, and New Beginnings
I dreamed of travelling in a van for years before I bought my camper. A restlessness always stirred within me—a craving for freedom. The standard
Couple Left Their House to See Europe in a Motorhome
Our van is not self-built; it is a premade campervan that we call home. This experience has made us happy again. It is great to
Adventures in Our Self-Built Camper: Travel, Work, and Love
The thing we love most about living in a van is the different gardens we enjoy every day. Currently, we wake up in the Sahara
The Ultimate Truck Life With This Land Pirate
My home on wheels is not a camper; this is truck life! It’s a rugged and stealthy truck. I love the fact that it’s scratched
Outdoor Enthusiasts Appreciate Life in a Van
Since we’ve embraced life in a van full-time, we’re more relaxed. We can approach travel planning and obligations with ease, and we genuinely appreciate life
Family of 4 Left for a Life on the Road
At the beginning of 2022, we took our dogs and our van and departed Spain for a life on the road. This choice proved to
Van Life Unleashed: A Camper Kitchen on The Road
Living and travelling in a campervan is so different from living in a house. I love to cook in my camper kitchen and wake up
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