I wanted you to meet someone who decided to turn to become a van dweller in his 1991 Volkswagen Westfalia. Kidding about the down by the river part but seriously: he decided to move into his van while still working at his job. His reason behind it is because one of his dreams has been [...]
RV Living
Tiny House Built on a 1954 Goddess Firetruck: Self-Sufficient Wooden House-Truck
What would you do with a self-sufficient wooden house truck like the one featured here today? Ivan Morison built a tiny house on the back of this decommissioned 1954 Goddess firetruck. 1970s House-Truck Movement During the 1970s Roger Beck was one of the first pioneers of the house truck movement on the west coast of America. [...]
Dee Williams’ Vardo Tiny Houses: Plans, Designs & Building Resources
Dee Williams is one of the most recognized names in the tiny house movement, and her Don Vardo designs offer a beautiful alternative to traditional tiny houses. These gypsy-style caravans combine the aesthetic appeal of a tiny house on wheels with the functionality and easy mobility of a small camper. Whether you’re looking for a [...]
Minivan Camping: How to Turn Your Minivan into a Camper
Your family minivan can double as a surprisingly comfortable camping shelter. With a clever hammock setup, you can sleep a family of four—two adults and two kids—without buying an RV or setting up tents in bad weather. This technique works great for: Camping trips when weather turns bad Long road trips when you need rest [...]
Freedom Microlite: A 9-Foot Pop-Up Caravan Towable by Compact Cars
The Freedom Microlite Caravan demonstrates that full-featured camping doesn’t require a heavy-duty tow vehicle. At just 9 feet long, 6 feet 1 inch wide, and approximately 1,400 pounds, this British-made pop-up caravan can be towed by compact cars and subcompacts—opening up travel trailer camping to drivers who assumed their vehicles couldn’t handle it. Key Specifications [...]
Safari Condo Alto: The Expandable Teardrop-Style Travel Trailer
The Safari Condo Alto bridges the gap between compact teardrop trailers and full-featured travel trailers. Made in Quebec, Canada, this aluminum trailer features an electric pop-up roof that transforms it from a low-profile, aerodynamic towing configuration into a stand-up living space when parked. The Expandable Roof Concept What sets the Alto apart from traditional teardrops [...]
Custom 33-Foot Diesel Motorhome with Dual Hydraulic Fold-Out Rooms
This completely customized 33-foot diesel motorhome showcases what’s possible with a custom RV conversion. The standout feature: two 8′ x 7′ hydraulic fold-out rooms that combine to create one large living area when deployed. Powertrain & Chassis Built on a solid foundation for full-time travel: Engine: 7.3L International Turbo diesel Transmission: Automatic Suspension: Air-ride Towing: [...]