For a couple of years, we had a Thetford cassette toilet in our Unimog camper. The emptying experience was far from pleasant. We hated it. Chemicals are expensive, and finding places to empty them responsibly was often difficult when we were off-grid. Because we live in our van full-time, it was a compromise too far for us. So when we were …
For many, campervan and RV wifi has become more of a necessity than a nice-to-have. If you use your van to seek a few days off-grid, internet access is probably the last thing you want or need. But when living long-term in your van, your needs will probably be different. You might need to work …
For many camper owners, the beginning of October marks the end of another season of travel. As the nights draw in and autumnal hues give way to bare branches and grey skies, it’s a sure sign winter is on the horizon. Unless planning to live in the camper in the winter months, now is the …
RV living out of season brings more space, fewer people, lower costs and cooler temperatures. So staying warm and preventing heat loss from your camper is essential to take full advantage of off-season camping. Some of the most common heating solutions for campers, RVs and camper trailers are a heavy draw on the electrical supply. …
Living in a camper in the winter isn’t for the faint hearted. Winter camping trips or full-time cold weather RVing doesn’t need to be uncomfortable or something only Ralph Fiennes would consider. We’ve just come out of a Patagonian winter and as we defrosted, we reflected on the whole experience. Cold weather RVing is not …
Whether you intend to live in a van full-time or planning shorter winter road trips, staying warm and cosy is essentials for a happy and comfortable lifestyle. Heating for campervans comes in all sorts of guises. Sure you can build a well insulated van and pile on layers of clothes but this may not be …
So you want to get off the grid and see the world? We don’t blame you, and living in a van is a perfect way to do it. Life on the open road is exciting, rewarding, and liberating. You can wake up to a new view every day if you want, or hideaway off-grid for …
The idea of living in a van, especially one without many windows, can seem daunting. The notion of living in a small space with hardly any light would be enough to put most people off the idea altogether. Choosing the best van to live in for you and your lifestyle is essential. We chose a …
Condensation and moisture in a van can lead to poor health, mould and even rust if not managed well. Waking up on a cold morning with condensation running down your windows and clinging to every cold surface is no fun. And if you live in a van full-time or spend long periods in cold climates, …
The best van life hacks, tips and tricks make living on the road much easier and more comfortable too. The notion of living in a van can seem daunting, claustrophobic and even stressful. Living in a confined space brings all sorts of challenges to daily life. We’ve been living in our travelling van full time …
One of the major benefits of living in a van and campervan travels is the opportunity to get off grid. Escaping the beaten path, finding solitude in the wilderness or a private sunrise all from the comfort of your own campervan. And best of all – it’s probably completely free! Wild camping is our preferred …
One of the major decisions when planning a camper van conversion, is whether to install a shower or not. There’s plenty of ways to maintain personal hygiene on the road without a shower so they’re not essential. Take a look at our van life hacks for more advice too. If you do want a shower …
