Is there a more romantic way to see the world than by van? Waking up in your office/living room to the smell of coffee that your partner is brewing right next to your bed, and poking your head out the door to a view of the ocean, or a jungle waterfall, or an endless desert, or snowcapped mountains? These folks don’t think so. With 164,000 miles of highway in the United States alone, these “van-lifers” have picked lifestyle that offers new sights, cultural exchanges, and challenges every single day.
But don’t think that trekking the globe by van is always smooth sailing. Installing a full kitchen within a few square feet can’t be a breeze, and keeping warm in the winter with nothing but a campfire and a car battery is less than ideal. Plus, and I’m sure I’m not alone here, a toilet and shower are really, really crucial to my happiness as a modern person. So kudos to these van-lifers who see the world without the amenities so many of us can’t imagine giving up. 