For Alissa and Cody, what began as a simple lockdown project soon transformed into an entire lifestyle overhaul. They quit their jobs, built out this $60k rig and moved in ready to travel the country. They have a hammock, hidden toilet, full-sized bed and tons of storage. They also discuss a hidden laundry chute and [...]
Bus Conversions
Family of 4 Sells Home To Travel U.S. in a Skoolie
The Miller family left the “normal” American lifestyle, sold their home, bought a bus, and started traveling the country in it with their two young children! So far, they’ve been loving their simpler life, and enjoy making so many memories together as a family. You can read our Q&A with the family at the end [...]
Their Amazing Budget Shuttle Bus Conversion
Sahil & Maggie are loving the financial freedom that comes with their skoolie lifestyle. For just $17,000 (including the cost of their bus!), the couple has a comfortable tiny home that meets all their needs — including a king-size bed! They lovingly named the bus “Appa” after the flying bison from “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” [...]
Backpacker & Artist Settles Down in a Bus Conversion
After hiking both the Pacific Crest Trail and the Continental Divide Trail, Samuel converted a 1977 Ford B500 short bus into his home on wheels. His setup features limo-tinted windows, a flip-up desk for his artwork, and a compact kitchen. He travels with his cat and creates stunning copperwork on the road. Check it out! [...]
Skoolie Conversion: GMC 1989 C3500 Vandura
Here’s a DIY skoolie that’s an awesome entry-level way to get into bus life. It is simple on the inside with a few sets of cabinets, a sink, and a pull-out pantry and chest refrigerator. The bus is a GMC 1989 C3500 Vandura, and it’s for sale by owner now. Check it out below! Don’t [...]
Four-Window Short Bus Becomes Beautiful Home
Audrey was a nurse and Brad had come to the States from Australia for school. When they met, pursuing their dream of traveling the country in a converted shortbus. They just recently found a place they want to settle down, so the bus is for sale. It has a beautiful long countertop with a big [...]
Nine Months Living in their School Bus Conversion
Buslife offered a more affordable lifestyle to help Natalie and Gabe meet their goals. They purchase the bus already gutted, and moved in right away! They’ve been converting their rig as they travel and while they live in it, which is super neat. We have some great pictures of their tiny home below, along with [...]