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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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Life in a Van Necessities – Part III

Posted on December 17, 2019 by Travel Happy

So, where do you go to the bathroom? For most of us van lifers, we do not have a bathroom per se, in our vans. Some of the folks I’ve met on the road while boondocking or other places do … Continue reading →

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Life in a Van – Necessities Part II

Posted on December 15, 2019 by Travel Happy

So, where do you shower? Most people not familiar with van life don’t understand how we maintain hygiene on the road. Granted, most vans are actually too small for a bathroom, much less a stand-alone shower. Cold weather climates do … Continue reading →

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How Long is Your Tape Measure?

Posted on October 30, 2019 by Travel Happy

Have you ever heard of “The Tape Measure Parable?” If so, you may have a pretty good idea of what I’m about to say here. I’m getting up in age and the older I get it seems the faster time … Continue reading →

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Boondocking 101

Posted on October 26, 2019 by Travel Happy

When I last wrote about boondocking, I received some interesting comments along with some questions. Based on what I received, there appears to be a couple of misconceptions that I hope to clarify here. I think one misconception in the … Continue reading →

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Camper Vans vs RV’s

Posted on October 23, 2019 by Travel Happy

If you enjoy exploring the great outdoors but want some of your creature comforts from home, you might want to consider a camper van or an RV; (recreational vehicle). A camper van can offer an economical and dependable way to … Continue reading →

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Boondocking – Is It For You?

Posted on October 12, 2019 by Travel Happy

What is boondocking or boondock camping? If you are new to camping, you may ask this same question. Typical boondocking road through a forest Boondocking is essentially camping without hookups. You may also hear it referred to as ‘dry camping’. … Continue reading →

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Life in a Conversion Van – Part 2

Posted on September 16, 2019 by Travel Happy

So now that I’ve finished the build out of my van, it was time for a “shake-down run”, or “shake-down cruise” as my Navy friends would say. It’s a new van, so no worries with its mechanical condition, but I … Continue reading →

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Life in a Conversion Van – Part 1

Posted on September 13, 2019 by Travel Happy

A family sedan is for the most part, a reliable way to get around, but when it comes to vacations or just long road trips, it’s not the most comfortable for traveling. Of course renting an RV is an option, … Continue reading →

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So you Want to be A Digital Nomad

Posted on August 30, 2019 by Travel Happy

We’re hearing more and more the “buzz word” Digital Nomad. It’s the name adopted by nomads who have longed for freedom from their cubicles by escaping the life of the worker bee to become a digital nomad and travel as … Continue reading →

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