After weekend traveling out of their SUV, Shay and Luis decided to sell their home and their food truck and live full-time in a Ford Transit van. With zero former DIY experience, they learned all they needed from YouTube to create a cute and functional home on wheels.
The van has a nifty hidden bathroom, functional kitchen, and special adaptations for their African Grey parrot, Lucas, who travels with them everywhere! Let us know in the comments what you think about the bathroom.
Don’t miss other exciting stories like this, join our Free Tiny House Newsletter for more.
Gorgeous Transit Van Conversion
[continue reading…]
{ }
Taylor and Britt met as part of a hiking group and eventually fell in love on a “travel buddy” journey to Montana. Their story is as sweet as their personalities, and you’ll love getting a taste of it in the video tour of their van below.
They converted the van in 10 months, and it includes many great features, like a convertible bed, a kitchen designed for cooking, and awesome storage hacks that make compact living more comfortable. Their only relationship trouble is sauce packets; you’ll need to watch the tour to learn more!
Don’t miss other exciting stories like this, join our Free Tiny House Newsletter for more.
He Keeps Throwing Away Her Sauce Packets…
[continue reading…]
{ }
Now, this is an inspirational van life story! Caleigh was born with cystic fibrosis, a medical condition that attacks the lungs. She spent the majority of her childhood and adult life seriously ill, and in and out of the hospital. After not one, but two double lung transplants, she was finally well enough to enjoy life but was stuck at home due to travel bans.
After giving van life a trial run to escape the pollution from California wildfires, she and her husband Brian decided to do van life full-time! With the full support of their families and her medical team, they were able to create a rig and a lifestyle that supports Caleigh’s medical needs and allows her to live life to the fullest. You don’t want to miss this video!
Don’t miss other amazing tiny homes like this – join our FREE Tiny House Newsletter!
Incredible DIY Van with Lift Bed & Shower
[continue reading…]
{ }
Alex and Meg are “slow roamin'” the Americas in their recently redone 2006 Chevy Express 2500. They added a roof raise and tons of awesome exterior gear to ensure they can get to and stay just about anywhere on their journey!
Their van, named “Betty” has gotten a total overhaul, including a much larger kitchen so cooking on the road is easier. They tucked the fridge between the front seats, and Alex built a cool rack that keeps all their dishes in place, no matter what the terrain. Let us know which part you love the most!
Don’t miss other exciting stories like this, join our Free Tiny House Newsletter for more
Headed to South America in Their 2006 Chevy Express 2500
[continue reading…]
{ }
Like so many others, Nigel and Sue had travel plans for 2020 that were upended by lockdowns — and they shifted their focus to a van conversion! With no prior building experience, they learned how to do everything via YouTube and trial and error. But you’d really never know they were novices based on the final result!
We got to interview Sue about what made them go tiny, what they love about it, and what’s a struggle. Enjoy the tour of their DIY build and their story below. Then be sure to subscribe to their YouTube channel for updates on their awesome Australian tour.
Don’t miss other incredible van conversions like this, join our FREE Tiny House Newsletter for more!
3.5 Years on the Road in Australia
[continue reading…]
{ }
Lance and Jess were homeowners with steady jobs who went to a van festival and fell in love with what they saw. Soon afterward, they sold their home, quit their jobs, and found a van to convert. The results are gorgeous!
They have found new remote positions, but also head up “VanFest” as a way to spread their love of van life to others — especially since that’s what led them to van life in the first place. Enjoy their tour below!
Don’t miss other exciting stories like this, join our Free Tiny House Newsletter for more
They Sold Their Home & Got New Remote Jobs!
[continue reading…]
{ }
Michael and Acacia have been living in their self-converted van in South Africa for the past two years. While van life is not particularly popular in South Africa, they’ve had lots of success and enjoy staying at campgrounds for very little money.
Their conversion only cost them about $10K, which is the average cost of a basic car in South Africa – and instead of just a car, they have a home on wheels! Check out their awesome budget build below.
- Follow Michael and Acacia’s two-year DIY van life journey in South Africa, where they’ve thrived despite the trend being less popular in the region.
- With a $10K budget, they’ve transformed their van into a comfortable home on wheels, featuring unique epoxy counters and clever design elements.
- Engage in their adventure as they earn income by filming local businesses and enjoy the freedom of van life, all while showcasing South Africa’s stunning landscapes.
Don’t miss other exciting stories like this, join our Free Tiny House Newsletter for more
Their $10K Van Conversion with Epoxy Counters
[continue reading…]
{ }
Aaron had enjoyed sleeping in his car as a teenager when hanging out with friends, but it took many years and the events of 2020 to finally convince him to try van life. He and his wife were able to go remote with work, so they bought a Ram ProMaster.
The van was beautifully converted, complete with a fixed bed, a kitchen with an oven, and a hidden toilet. He designed the entire build around fitting bikes in the garage, so they can enjoy cycling in all the places they end up.
Don’t miss other exciting stories like this, join our Free Tiny House Newsletter for more
Oven, Toilet & Hammered Stainless Steel Sink
[continue reading…]
{ }
Zak and Fal had just sold 90% of their belongings and were planning on moving to a new state for a fresh start when one of them joked about jumping into van life instead of moving. But it didn’t stay as a joke for long! Suddenly they were flying to purchase a Ram Promaster, and moving in with Zak’s grandmother so that they could build it out.
Neither of them had any construction experience, but with the help of YouTube they figured it all out and the van they created is gorgeous! There’s a convertible bed, couch-to-lounge area, flip-up counter, and a bathroom with a shower. What’s your favorite feature?
Don’t miss other exciting stories like this, join our Free Tiny House Newsletter for more
Convertible Bed, Bathroom & Pure Joy
[continue reading…]
{ }
