July 13, 2021
There are plenty of options for parking your RV or camper van when you go camping. Sometimes it’s good to stay in campgrounds but other times you just need a break from the norm. Harvest Hosts locations are a great option for accomplishing this and allows you to enjoy something a bit more unique. Rather […]
July 6, 2021
Traveling in a camper van has its rewards but it can also have its downsides. There are some things that absolutely suck about living in a van! Even if you only travel in it for short periods of time, you’ll find these same pain points along your journey. One might assume that living and traveling […]
June 7, 2021
Having a privacy curtain in your van is ideal for maintaining privacy but more than that, it can help ward off heat and make the place feel more like home. When combined with reflective window coverings, they make a great way to add an additional layer of privacy to your living space. For my van […]
June 2, 2021
The Thetford Porta Potti 565e is the flagship model of the Porta Potti series made by Thetford and is one of the most premium portable toilets on the market. It has all the bells and whistles available on it and makes for a premium camping experience or a great way to have a full-featured toilet […]
May 26, 2021
If you are converting a van, having hot water is a true luxury that many overlook. The reason is obvious since a water heater either uses a lot of electricity or must be connected to propane. In either case, it often presents an installation problem and becomes something that is better just being without. After […]
May 18, 2021
Camping is a fun and exciting way to enjoy the great outdoors. It can also be an environmentally friendly way to travel and enjoy some much-needed time off, with minimal impact on nature. However, this doesn’t mean that everything about it is environmentally friendly. There are some things that you should know before you just […]
May 7, 2021
Rivets nuts are a popular way to fasten bolts to thin metal or other materials. These can be installed in order to create a threaded location for inserting bolts. I used Rivet nuts throughout my van conversion and have experienced the good and the bad along the way. Rivet nuts work very well in certain […]
April 27, 2021
Camping is a great way to escape the technology-obsessed world we live in. There’s something about disconnecting from our phones, TVs, and computers to reconnect with nature that feels really good. You’ll get to unwind from the stress of your daily routine while surrounded by some of the best views and natural beauty this planet […]
April 14, 2021
If you are on the fence about which portable toilet to purchase for camping or use in your van or RV, I know exactly how you feel. I have owned both of these brands of portable toilets and have had plenty of time to compare two popular models from each to see which is the […]
March 28, 2021
I’m usually not one to care much for entertainment when exploring the outdoors throughout my travels. However, there are times when it can get lonely, especially when boondocking. You may find yourself far away from the ordinary crowd of people and other things that we humans are accustomed to. It can be nice having entertainment […]
March 3, 2021
It’s one of the many questions that people have when considering any type of RV. Since diesel or gas engines are available in almost any type of motorhome, it can be an area of debate. Making sure you get the right one for your needs is an important decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. There […]
February 26, 2021
Camping offers a great way to get away from the regular pace of life. I love the peace and serenity that can be found in nature and I have always been drawn to it. I have been exposed to this fun lifestyle my entire life and have been involved in it regularly since I was […]