When we first bought our Sprinter van, we weren’t chasing the dream of full-time van life. We were chasing balance. At this stage of life, in our late 60s, we wanted more adventure without giving up the family dinners, pickleball games, and community connections that anchor us. That’s when we discovered the joy of part-time…
Are you planning a long road trip to your favorite destination? We have a few tips we have learned on how to make the most on your next van life road trip. From packing essential supplies to planning your route to include scenic stops, these insights will help enhance your journey. Consider keeping a flexible…
“Adventure Van Travel” is how we describe a lifestyle in which individuals, couples, or families choose to live in a van or a recreational vehicle (RV) as their primary or temporary residence. This lifestyle often involves converting a cargo van into a living space that includes a bed, kitchen, and bathroom. These vans can also…
The art of Boondocking off the grid is popular by many van and recreational vehicle (RV) owners. Simply put, the people who boondock are choosing to camp without electricity, water or sewer hookups. Although this method of RV camping has it’s challenges, it has many advantages too. One of the biggest advantages to boondocking is…
Our van Alice is nimble on pavement, but she can get bogged down quickly in less-than-ideal conditions. Before visiting the area, I wouldn’t have even considered driving her through sand for a South Padre beach camp out. After spending three days on the island and assessing the risks of getting stuck, we decided to go…
Living content in a small space for an extended time is the aim for us when in our van. Achieving this goal when sharing the space requires effort and thoughtfulness. It’s crucial to establish clear communication and to share responsibilities. This way, we each can feel comfortable and content in our living environment. Maintaining a…
There is excitement in the air as we plan for an Alice (Sprinter Van) trip. We look forward to exploring the country and making up our agenda one day at a time. One of the critical steps is planning our road trip meals. When we travel, Gail is our meal planner and Head Cook. She…
The Blue Ridge Parkway is a scenic 469-mile winding road from Shenandoah National Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina and Tennessee. We traveled on the top ridge of the mountains as we drove the southern end of the Parkway. The road twisted and turned and each new vista…
Are you planning a long road trip to your favorite destination? We have a few tips we have learned on how to make traveling more enjoyable. 1. Planning for the Road Trip If you have read other posts on this blog, you know that we advocate for traveling slowly through the countryside. The challenge with…
The Van Life culture is a growing movement that lures in people of all ages and income levels. The free spirit mindset that this lifestyle embraces is an indicator that people want freedom and simplicity in their lives. The question many ask when making a purchase is, “should we convert or buy a van”? The…
When it comes to traveling with our van (Alice), our primary objective is to plan less and maximize our freedom and flexibility. We believe in embracing the experience of exploring the world on our own terms. This strategy allows us to value every moment and immerse ourselves in the wonders that each destination has to…
Where do we store Alice when we are not using her? Alice is big and tiny at the same time. She is about 7 feet wide which is about the width of a large pickup truck. She is 24 feet long so she is too long for many normal parking spaces and about 11 feet…
It was a sunny and warm December day and we had been missing Alice so we got her and took a drive through the country outside of the Kansas City area. It was a joy to see Alice again after being in storage for 6 weeks! Since many people have asked us what Alice looks…
