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Unveiling 20 Hidden Gems: Epic Van Life Destinations Off the Beaten Path

Embracing the allure of van travel is more than just a mode of transportation; it’s a lifestyle dedicated to the discovery of untapped splendor. We’ve guided you through the ultimate road trip escapades and shared the secrets of mastering van life weekends. Now, we’re delving deeper, revealing 20 uncharted, breathtaking van life destinations that are […]

12 Best Small Camper Vans Under $25,000

If you're ready to dive into life on the road but don't have a huge budget, a small camper van is the way to go.

How to Find Free Camping Near Me in the US & Canada

So, you want to go camping, enjoy the outdoors and not spend a cent? Me too. Lucky for you, free camping has become an area of expertise for me. After spending 3+ years living from my self converted van, I can say with confidence that spending time in the most beautiful landscapes doesn’t have to […]

Top 5 Essential Vanlife Apps For Vanlifers, Overlanders and RVer’s

Having resources and apps to help you while living the vanlife is undoubtedly important. Sure, sometimes you stumble across a campsite without guidance. However, most of the time, there is a precise strategy behind every water fill-up, nightly campsite and fuel stop. Best Vanlife Apps for the Ultimate Trip Thankfully, there are tons of resources […]

Van Shower: Best 7 Camper Shower Ideas to Inspire For Your Build

“But, how do you shower?” That’s probably the top question that anyone living in a van is asked. When I began planning to convert and live in my van, everyone around me couldn’t quite comprehend just how I would stay showered. And, I get it, how do you manage to carry around enough water to […]

Couple Purchases Dodge Sprinter Van and Uniquely Converts it for Full-time Living

I love stepping into a van conversion that emanates the feeling of home. Cozy lighting, lots of pillows, and intuitive space designed for everyday life. There is nothing like a tiny home on wheels that fills all the gaps between stationary life and feeling like a free spirit out on an adventure. That is the […]

Camper Van Must Haves – What are They and How to Choose Them

When I began thinking about converting a van into a ‘tiny-home-on-wheels’ the term “must haves” popped up quite a bit through my research. It felt like an elusive term used to get people to buy more products they don’t need for a lifestyle that was supposed to leave all that extra stuff behind.  After doing […]

10 Best Electric Campervans For The Futuristic Vandweller

Electric campervans are making tracks on the vanlife scene in a big way. This is in no small part due to rise nomads and tiny home aficionados, who often list sustainability as a driving cause for their alternative lifestyles. But eco-friendly doesn’t just mean guilt free; there are practical reasons to opt for an electric […]

10 Best Stealth Campers To Live In Off Grid

Stealth campers offer a way around one of the most pervasive challenges facing van-lifers: parking. Simply put, many neighborhoods and businesses don’t want people obviously camping out in public spaces; they may run you and your gorgeous-but-obvious Volkswagen Bus Camper off after a few nights. But what if they had no idea about your alternative […]

15 Best Vans To Live In Full Time

Picking the perfect house takes time, thought, and above all else, a feeling that you can turn it into the right home for you. This is especially true if you’re looking to live the van life. Every little feature can turn into a lifesaver or dealbreaker on the road, so you really need to ask […]

10 Best DIY Camper Van Conversions

There is nothing we love more, here at Van Clan than DIY camper van conversions, they are all so unique to their owner and make beautiful tiny homes to see the world from. As living the van life grows in popularity, so many van life influencers and vanlife blogs are sharing their off grid home […]

Is Living In A Van Legal – Everything You Need To Know

We all love living the van life and travelling in a van, but is living in a van legal in the eyes of the law? Thanks to our favourite Van Life Influencers and the wanderlust-inducing mouth-wateringly addictive content on our Van Life Instagram feeds, more and more people are throwing away the rulebook and giving […]

Park4Night Review – Vanlifers Most Used App

So you’ve found the best van to live in, you’ve completed your camper conversion using our how to build a camper article, and you’re ready to start travelling in a van. Living the van life basically means that you have two things on your mind at all times; where shall we head tomorrow, and where […]

VW Grand California Sparks A New Generation Of Campervans

There are so many different campervans out there on the market for off grid living enthusiasts to choose from. You can pick anything from a Pop Top Camper right through to the suave and stylish Carado Axion, or maybe the best family camper that has all of the amenities you need to keep the kids occupied […]

The Ford Transit Nugget Is The Latest Compact Camper To Check Out

When it comes to choosing the best van to live in for your van life off grid adventure, there are so many factors to consider, with one of the main decisions being the size of the vehicle. While having a large monster camper van has the benefit of coming with more interior space, there are […]

Luxury RV Expands Into A Mobile Office That Sleeps Eight

In an age where bigger means better, it’s no surprise that the act of finding the best van for long or short term travel is a tricky one. If you’re looking for stealth campers or the tried and tested Mercedes Sprinter Camper Van, then there are hundreds of different campervan conversions that you can sift […]

Van Do It Camper Is A Swiss Army Knife On Wheels

When it comes to living the van life, there is no written rule as to how you build your travelling tiny home. Some people favour the tiny eco house, while others go for a no-holds-barred adventure bus. Whatever your design choice, one thing usually remains constant; when you’ve made your van, there’s no changing the […]

Bluefin Paddleboards Are The Ultimate Compact Vanlife Accessory

Living the van life is all about heading to new locations and exploring the world around you. There are so many amazing things to see and do as you drive across the world in your tiny home, seeking out adventure and thrills around every turn and trying your hand at new skills along the way. […]

8 Reasons Why You Should Travel In A Van This Summer

It’s that time of year when everyone is starting to think about their summer holidays. But, if you’re getting bored of the standard holiday checklist: where does the best package deal, where will be warmest and where caters to tourists then why not try something different and travel in a van? The summer months are […]

Van Life Costs – Our Vanlifers Tell Us How Much They Spend On The Road

Living in a van might have been frowned upon when Alan Bennet released his famous paint-brush-wielding, newspaper-hoarding character on the world, but thanks to the many Van Life Instagram accounts and Vanlife Blogs on the internet, vandwellers all over the globe are shedding this unfortunate stereotype and bringing the joys of alternative living to the […]

The Best Rooftop Tents That Lets You Camp Anywhere You Want

Rooftop tents are a great, affordable option for camping and off grid living. They provide more protection from the elements as they are raised off the ground- no more waking up in a puddle after some unexpected rainfall! Rooftop tents are a fantastic option for the weekend warrior who wants a little more comfort than […]

Full Time Female Traveller Explores The World In A Hand-Built Tiny Home

The prospect of full time van life is something that many weekend warrior travellers and off grid adventure enthusiasts think about every single day. Living the van life gives you so much freedom and opens so many doors that you never even knew existed, and it’s safe to say that it will change your life forever. […]

World’s First Carbon Fiber Caravan Is Like Something Out Of Star Wars

Have you ever stopped to wonder what supervillains do when they take a little bit of time off from being evil? Does Thanos like to take a monster camper to a nice quiet corner of the universe? Is Voldemort a fan of small travel trailers and partial to an off grid adventure with his Death […]

Futuristic Camper Let’s You Gaze Up At The Stars With A Balcony

The fact that I’m not massive fans of luxury RV’s is no secret. It’s not that I don’t like them, in fact, vehicles like the Carado Axion and the EarthRoamer are works of automotive art, but a lot of large RV’s are just a bit samey. I’m sat in a camper park up spot in […]

10 Affordable Tiny Homes For Under $50’000

The notion of becoming a homeowner seems so out of reach for many in today’s world, and for many millennials, the dream of being able to afford to buy their own home is as unrealistic as Darth Vader becoming the next President of the United States. But it’s not just graduates straight out of university […]

This High-Tech Off Road Camper Trailer Is A Hotel Room On Wheels

Have you ever looked at a sturdy, army grade jerrycan and wondered what it would be like if you built a travel trailer out of it? That’s exactly what Romanian-Bucharest based company ‘FIM Caravans’ have done with this brand spanking new Off Road Camper Trailer. We cover many rolling tiny homes here at Van Clan, […]

Mercedes Benz X Class Camper Redefines Luxury Off Grid Living

Meet the Mercedes Benz X Class camper, converted by German company Matzker. If you and your partner are currently trying to decide between the practicality of an off-road camper and a luxury camper van, then look no further, for the Mercedes Benz X Class Camper is both 4×4 and luxury. With this sublime conversion, you […]

Meet The Nike Hiking Shoe For Adventurous Vanlifers

Hiking goes hand in hand with living the van life, and there is some really cool van life clothing out there, including travel backpacks and other van life essentials that should definitely be in your clothes drawer. Hiking and getting out on the trail is more fashionable than ever, with more and more young people and vandwellers […]

Eco Campervans Are Becoming The Vandwellers Vehicle Of Choice

Gone are the days of having to choose a gas guzzling, air polluting tiny home as your camper conversion of choice. Just as the culinary world is having an overhaul with the rise in popularity with clean eating, so too is the camper van industry, with the arrival of more and more new eco campervans […]

11 Of The Best Tips On How To Build A Campervan Yourself 

Are you desperate to live the van life but hate Formica worktops and beige walls? Well, maybe you should complete your own camper conversion. By building your own campervan you can add anything you can dream of into your own tiny home– wood cladding, Moroccan style tiling, all white everything, multicoloured everything, fixed bed, log burner, […]

Outdoorsy Is The Air BNB Of RVs and Campervans

What drives vandwellers and off grid adventure lovers to head out into the unknown and explore? Is it the thrill of travelling in a van, heading down dusty highways and ticking off some of life’s top road trips; or perhaps living the van life has become the new American Dream? Whatever the case, Van Life […]

7 Reasons Why Living The Full Time Van Life Is No Sacrifice

We all know the stereotypes of full time van life or so called “van lifers”. Hippies that don’t shower and practice yoga daily, youngsters in their parents old station wagon resisting a real career, middle aged married couples with dream catchers who want to revamp their marriage. And, of course, old men who love windmills. […]

Finally, An Electric Trailer That Can Be Towed By Your Electric Camper

Many vandwellers, weekend warriors or alternative living advocates are outdoorsy and eco-conscious. So, at the back of every vanlifers mind is the amount of fuel their heavy adventure bus guzzles and the impact this has on the environment they love so much. Imagine being able to tow your off grid trailer using an electric campervan! […]

10 Vanlife Recipes That You Can Make While Travelling The World

People always assume that cooking in a van must be really difficult and that vandwellers must eat a lot of pot noodles and boring sandwiches. But really van life cooking isn’t very different to cooking in a house; everything is just scaled down. Oh, and there’s no oven. (Some people do have an oven, and if […]

Top 10 Travel Backpacks That You Need For Living Off The Grid

If you’re thinking about seeing the world, then there’s no better feeling than travelling in a van. You can take your tiny home with you wherever you go, and you always know that you’ve got a roof over your head no matter where you are. Living in a van gives you a lot of storage […]

The Top 10 Travel Bikes To Take With You On Your Next Road Trip

Getting off the grid has never been easier thanks to the rise of the vandwellers. No, this isn’t the next film in the Planet of the Apes series; it’s a movement of people living the van life and exploring all of the culture and riches that the world, and indeed life, has to offer. It’s […]

Escapod Trailer Is The Perfect Tiny Home For The Weekend Warrior

What is it that defines a good tiny trailer? Does it need to be an off grid trailer, or does it merely have to be a stealth camper built for the ultimate weekend warrior? If you’re into small travel trailers as much as we are, then you’re bound to know that the sight that makes most […]

Finally A Cheap Camper That Has Everything You Need For Adventures

We get lots of questions about living the van life on a daily basis, and many of them have something to do with money or the cost of living in a van. Whether you’re planning on becoming a digital nomad or just want to go travelling in a van around the United States, the initial […]

Meet The 6 Wheeled Mercedes Camper That Has Its Own Quad Bike

Mercedes Sprinter Conversions are perhaps the best campervan conversions on the road today, and it’s not hard to see why when you scroll through your Van Life Instagram accounts and see some of the incredible tiny homes and that have been created using a Mercedes Camper. They’re a great base vehicle, but also having the […]

Vanlife Cooking Just Got A Whole Lot Tastier With This Portable PIzza Oven

It’s no secret that we love our top cooking accessories here at Van Clan. In fact, if we could give you any van life tips, it would be to purchase yourself an XL Ridgemonkey for cooking burgers and fish on the go. But what if you feel the need to take your vanlife cooking to […]

Living The Van Life – Things Vanlifers Won’t Tell You

If you log onto Pinterest or scroll through your Instagram feed, you’re bound to see a dozen photos of tiny houses and campervan conversions, often in the most idyllic places on earth. Living in a van is rewarding, it fills your life with freedom, and it’s a cheap and easy way of living. Add that into […]

Van Life With A Dog – The Good & Bad Moments

My husband and I have been living the van life with a dog full-time for the past two years. Harper is a 60lb German Shepard mix. She’s four years old and has an endless amount of energy! Bringing Harper along in the van has been a big decision for us. When we first started planning our […]

The Land Rover Camper Is Becoming A Popular Choice For Adventurers

Say what you will about Land Rover, they are and always will be a British institution. As a powerhouse of modern motoring, they can be seen tearing up and down farmers fields and over rough terrain with a plume of dust billowing behind them. If you own one already then you won’t need any convincing, […]

Van Life Instagram – 35 Of The Best Accounts To Follow

Van Life can be daunting if you’re new to the movement, and one of the questions that we get asked the most is ‘Who should I follow to get inspiration?’. Maybe you’re setting off on the road to becoming a full-time vandweller or just enjoy scrolling through pictures of tiny homes, or perhaps you’re a […]

Off Grid Van From Outside Van Is The Ultimate Swiss Army Vehicle

You might think that we have a little bit of a soft spot for Oregon based company Outside Van, and in all honesty you’d be absolutely spot on. We love campervan conversions that combine function and versatility with a clean and minimalistic feel, and the Mercedes Sprinter Conversions that Outside Van produce never fail to knock […]

The Ford Camper Conversion That We’ve All Been Waiting For

We love adventures, but we love the campers that can handle adventures even more. Living off the grid is a lifestyle choice that many people crave, but without the proper van life essentials and the right vehicle you’re going to fall behind the other vandwellers as they race to Wanderlust glory. Luckily for you Outside Van just keep […]

This Compact Camper Is Perfect For The Vanlife Weekend Warrior

Size and weight play a big factor in the vehicle that we choose as our off grid home. Some people prefer monsters like the EarthRoamer, where as others will go for something more lightweight and rustic like this Mercedes Camper Dream Ride. It also depends on how long you’re planning on living off the grid […]

Conquer The Land Or The Sea With The Caravanboat

Living off the grid just got even more interesting! So Caravans aren’t usually something that we cover here at Van Clan; we talk about top tiny homes and terrific trailers, but the closest thing that we’ve got to a caravan has been the Airstream Trailer which is like comparing Star Wars with Star Trek (completely different right!). But […]

This Airstream Camper Is Built Inside Of A Stealth Mercedes Sprinter

If I asked you to ‘describe an Airstream Camper’ then you’d probably go for the classic shape that we all know and love, or maybe the new Airstream Basecamp Trailer if you’ve been swotting up on your Van Clan articles. You probably wouldn’t start describing mercedes sprinter conversions or an interstate luxury dream ride (sorry, we’re getting […]

Van Life Spain – A Travellers Guide To Living The Van Life

Hola Amigo’s, y Bienvenido a España! The footballing greats may have been knocked out of the World Cup in the early stages, but the country of Spain will always be a winner to travellers and explores alike. From the pillars of hercules on the national flag to the Royal Palace Of Madrid, you’ll be hard pushed […]

Citroen Camper Van Puts The ‘Wild’ Back In WildCamp

Are you looking for the best campervan conversions that carries a sense of nostalgia? Maybe you’re wanting the iconic look of a retro Volkswagen Bus but with more of a modern twist, or perhaps you want something that oozes cool but still has all of the mechanics of a new vehicle that won’t let you […]

This Off Grid Girl Shows You How To Be A Vanlifer In The UK!

Meet UK female vanlifer George who is a currently living in her second van in the UK. George is a seasoned traveler and has been dipping in and out of vanlife for the past three years. George’s van has an amazing layout including a murphy bed, a balcony and a bath- all things I’ve never […]

Truck Life Hotel Is A Transforming Hotel Built For Surf Addicts

Van life is without doubt the most popular vehicle trend of the century, but truck life could be the new upcoming lifestyle that will take travelling on the road with other vandwellers to the next level. This is the Truck Surf Hotel, it’s a converted Mercedes Actros Truck that’s been built to expand into triple […]

Couple Discover The Secret To A Perfect Van Lifestyle In Greece

Welcome to Greece, home of Hercules, Moussaka and the very first Olympics. Whilst the Grecians of old might be concerned with winning the ‘rat race’, (we’re making a tenuous link between sport and alternative living here, just roll with it) we’re about to meet two digital nomads who have conquered their own personal Mount Olympus […]

This Mercedes Sprinter Off Grid Home Is A Thing Of Dreams

When it comes to living alternative living methods, we think we’re pretty clued up on how to live in an off grid home. We spend most of our days writing and testing out amazing camper vans, and this little beauty that we found whilst trawling the internet is no exception. Take a look at this […]

Van Life Czech Republic – A Road Trip That You Simply Cannot Miss!

Hello Van Clanners, and welcome to another article in our Van Life Global series. Now if you’re planning your next road trip to Europe you’ve probably got Van Life Italy, France, Spain and Germany on your list, right? Well, about half an hour from Germany is a place that you might not have considered visiting […]

Van Life Croatia – A Travellers Guide To Living The Van Life

Van Life isn’t just something that happens on your Instagram feed. It’s all around you, and it doesn’t just stop at the border to the next town. Vandwellers are becoming a cultural movement for travellers, and the movement is being felt world wide. Today we’re going to delve into Van Life Croatia, and find out […]

The 10 Best Travel Accessories For Women On The Road

No matter where in the world you’re planning on traveling, it’s always far more enjoyable when you have the right travel accessories for women, the best vanlife socks, and epic travel gadgets with you! After five years of traveling the world full-time, both traditionally, and as a vanlifer – I decided that now is the […]

Vandwellers Are Becoming A Cultural Movement For Travellers

Have you noticed a different feel in the air recently? It could be the warm weather, or it could be the distant sound of drilling as another couple scratch the Wanderlust itch and set off on the journey to becoming Vandwellers living off the grid. The word might seem inconsequential at first glance, but delve deeper into […]

Best Road Trip Songs For Your Next Van Life Adventure

It’s the age old dilemma; you’ve turned on the ignition of your camper van and are just about to pull onto the road, when you realise that you don’t know what song to listen to to start off your journey. It’s a tough call; one wrong song and your journey is toast. Don’t worry though, […]

Ford Transit Camper Conversion That’ll Make You Love The Transit Again

We cover a lot of conversions here at Van Clan, and it’s usually the Mercedes Sprinters and the VW Busses that get the lions share of our attention. All that changes now, because we’ve found the best ford transit camper conversion that we’ve ever seen. Enter Sophie from @__advanture__, who built her van ‘Stella’ to go […]

Meet The Ultimate Airstream Trailer Built For Millionaires

Vanlife isn’t for everyone, and thats a fact that we accept (although with some difficulty it has to be said!) But we don’t judge here at Van Clan, so for those that like to take the kitchen sink the matching toaster, and the whole street on holiday with them, we’ve got a Classic Airstream Trailer […]

Top 5 Vanlife Tees For Your Summer Vacation

Summer is just around the corner, so you can put those baggy jumpers back in the wardrobe and start cracking out the t-shirts once again. Whether you’re going to a van rally or hitting the beach, we’ve chosen 5 top unisex vanlife tees that will make you stand out from the crowd. Check them out […]

How To Be A Digital Nomad & Make Money On The Road

A digital nomad is someone who is location independent and uses technology to earn an income. The word ‘nomad’ is getting chucked around like it’s some kind of fashion statement lately, and that’s due to its ever growing population and the increase of jobs allowing their employees to work remotely. Are you looking to become a digital nomad, […]

10 Van Life Essentials You Need For Your Next Adventure

If you’re thinking of living on the road anytime soon here’s 10 van life essentials that you’re going to need before you set off on a that epic adventure. These products vary depending on the size of your camper, the duration of your trip and the budget that you have in mind.  Some of this gear […]

Scrubba Review – The Ultimate Van Life Wash Bag!

Sick and tired of carrying around backpacks full of extra clothes and emergency underwear? It sounds like you need the Scrubba Wash Bag in your life. This ingenious little bit of kit from Scrubba products gives you all the power of a washing machine in a small, fold-up bag that you can stick in your […]

Van Life Is It For You? – 16 Things We Wish We Knew Before Doing It

It’s been three months since we picked up our 1969 VW Adventurewagen from an idyllic town in the Welsh countryside, and began living the van life. And to be sure, it’s been a roller coaster ride, with days we’ll never forget, and day’s we’d rather forget! David and I had been traveling the world full-time […]

10 Best Truck Campers For Off Road Exploration

If you’re thinking about getting off the grid and exploring the wilderness, then you’re probably spending a lot of time considering which are the best truck campers on the market. Off road trucks don’t just come in a ‘one-size-fits-all’ category. True, most of them are beastly and a force to be reckoned with, but there […]

Five Best Sportsmobile Campers For The Adventurous

Sportsmobile Campers are camper conversion pioneers who have been in business since 1961. Their first campervan conversions were inside the classic VW bus, and their tiny homes have since been enjoyed by generations of those who enjoy van life travel. Fast forward almost sixty years, and Sportsmobile now have a range of vans available, including […]

Top 5 Drones For The Ultimate Van Life Christmas

Camera drones are fast becoming the future of adventure photography. They’re portable, they’re light weight, and if you want to get a picture of yourself from over the edge of a cliff then you don’t have to risk your life in the process. Our Top 5 Drones List We’ve compiled a list of 5 drones […]

6 Best Power Banks To Keep You Topped Up On The Road

Gadgets constantly eat electricity, and sometimes it feels like we’re always hunting down the best power banks a adventurer can get their hands on. If you’re phone is like mine and always hungry for more tasty volts, then you’re going to need some of these power banks on your Christmas list. We’ve compiled a list of […]

Best Outdoor Watches for Van Lifers

Grabbing yourself one of the best outdoor watches is the best thing you can buy yourself, especially if you’re an outgoing person who tends to venture off-grid or take off on a long road trip. We’ve had a number of watches in our time, but none stand out quite like these. What are the best outdoor watches? We’ve compiled […]

Meet The EarthRoamer – The Most Expensive Camper On Earth

Conquer The Earth With The ‘EarthRoamer’ by Seb @vincentvanlife The mother of all Camper Van’s has finally arrived, and it comes with the biggest price tag we’ve ever seen! Enter the aptly named ‘EarthRoamer’, a vehicle that you could easily use to reach the far corners of the globe. It has even got a world map […]

The Knaus Boxdrive CUV Is The Camper Of Our Dreams

Camper Van makers are always looking to evolve their product, to give them catchy names and reinvent their products so that we can get the most out of our off grid experiences – some of you found this out first hand with the much loved/much loathed VW I.D Buzz in a previous article! Now Knaus are […]

This Handcrafted Van Meet-Up Is A Van Lifers Dream Day Out

Yesterday we were invited to attend a meet up by our good friends at Quirky Campers, they are based in Bristol, UK and are well known for renting out incredible handcrafted vans all across England. This event was created to show off their unique conversions and get together local van dwellers for a nice chat […]

The Hardest Bits About UK Van Life

Living in a van in wet and windy Blighty Written by Rose & Seb @vincentvanlife Our rent is almost up, we’ve cleared out most of our worldly possessions, and we’re ready to kick off van life in the UK. We spend so little time in our old terraced house now that it’s basically a storage facility […]

The Best School Bus Conversion You’ll Ever Set Eyes On

Vandwellers know their stuff when it comes to building affordable tiny homes. From small travel trailers to the ever-popular Sprinter Camper Van, the amount of unique and interesting builds that we come across on our travels through the internet and on our Van Life Instagram feed is astounding. There really is a lot of scope […]