Author Archives: Travel Happy

Living and Traveling in a Converted Van

Posted on July 20, 2020 by Travel Happy

During the years I’ve traveled this great nation by RV, I’ve met many people traveling and living basically the same as me. They travel in large Class A motorhomes, medium sized Class C motorhomes, smaller Class B motorhomes and some … Continue reading →

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Tombstone

Posted on July 10, 2020 by Travel Happy

October 26, 1881, the Earp Brothers and their friend, Doc Holliday face-off against the Clanton-McLaury Gang in a legendary shootout at the OK Corral in Tombstone, Arizona. Tombstone, Arizona A portion of the OK Corral in Tombstone, Arizona Statues erected … Continue reading →

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Freedom

Posted on June 13, 2020 by Travel Happy

Living in a van means Freedom! This is by far the answer I hear over and over when I ask van dwellers why they chose to live in a van. I’ve been living in my van off and on for … Continue reading →

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Camping During COVID-19

Posted on April 16, 2020 by Travel Happy

THE INFORMATION IN THIS ARTICLE IS PROVIDED COURTESY OF CAMPENDIUM.COM AND BUSINESS INSIDER. I’m reposting here as information only. State by State Campground Closures & Responses to COVID-19 ** ** Last updated: 4/15/2020 Recreational camping is not advisable during this … Continue reading →

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Boondocking Campsites – Where are They?

Posted on March 12, 2020 by Travel Happy

You’ve waited almost your entire life for this moment; you’ve looked forward to this day with great anticipation. You have finally retired! Of course, one does not have to wait for retirement to enjoy the freedom of living and traveling … Continue reading →

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Solo Female Nomads

Posted on February 15, 2020 by Travel Happy

During my travels camping across this great land in my converted van, I run across all types of people living the nomadic lifestyle. I’ve met folks living in converted vans similar to mine to living in trucks, expensive motor homes, … Continue reading →

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Today’s Camper Van – Appealing to Both Young and Old

Posted on February 9, 2020 by Travel Happy

Some say the modern camper van’s roots can be traced back to the Volkswagen bus/camper of the 1960’s and the advent of the hippy movement. VW Flower Power Van Popular in the 60’s I think that’s a fair assumption, however, … Continue reading →

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Living in a Van

Posted on January 17, 2020 by Travel Happy

I live a good part of the year in a converted van. I am not homeless. I am not destitute. I have not been evicted. I am not on the run. No, I am doing this because I choose to. … Continue reading →

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Van Living Lifestyle

Posted on January 9, 2020 by Travel Happy

I’m sure the van living lifestyle doesn’t appeal to everyone and in fact may seem somewhat strange to most, but it is becoming quite common these days. Van Life For some it’s a matter of economics. Some look at it … Continue reading →

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Life in a Van Necessities – Part IV

Posted on December 23, 2019 by Travel Happy

So, how do you keep warm in cold climates? Heating your van during the winter months can be somewhat challenging. First and foremost of course is safety. Most vans that are purchased for converting to camper vans do not come … Continue reading →

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