Mom and kid are holiday van dwellers. | Squat the Planet

Mom and kid are holiday van dwellers.

Joined
Mar 2, 2020
Messages
1
Reaction score
6
Location
Courtenay BC
Hi there, I just wanted to introduce myself. I outfitted my minivan like a teensy motorhome with foldout sofabed, indoor/ outdoor cooking and storage. It's super stealthy and I've taken it on the road with my kiddo a couple of times for 2- 3 weeks at a time. It's been a fantastic way to holiday! I love this form of travel because it maximizes what we can do on a budget and it feels safe and free to us. I'm looking for a place to go with my girl this spring. We've been down to Cali a couple of times and that was awesome but something a bit different that still involves beaches and palm trees would be amazing.

Here are a couple photos of our setup. Looking at it makes me super happy.

Take care out there, friends!


10372545_10152790117127654_6235793363150730003_n.jpg
e pics.
10404424_10152790117442654_3662969737610788603_n.jpg
11112949_10152790117422654_5099948540056933558_n.jpg
 

Gulysses3

Burrito fund contributor
StP Supporter
Joined
Jun 18, 2019
Messages
155
Reaction score
380
Location
Wisconsin
Website
www.jumpingoffthecliff.com
Very nice. I found out I liked lots of areas on the East Coast, which was a total surprise. South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina. I guess it just depends on what you want to see and how much hot weather you want to put up with. Much of the south is kind of unbearable after May and easy to find free places to camp aren't that available compared to out west.
 

Coywolf

Make America Freight Again
Staff member
Moderator
Joined
Dec 12, 2014
Messages
2,532
Reaction score
5,007
Location
Mormon Country
Website
www.youtube.com
Sweet build. And I like that old school mandolin you got bacn there 😉

In working on building out a Ford E250 at the moment myself. I dont think I'll ever pay rent again.

Great to hear you are sharing this experience with your child. We need to introduce the next generation to the alternative travel/living lifestyle, because I foresee our economy being even more stacked against them, as it is aga im best us, now.

Welcome to the site. Lots of suggestions on great places to Vamp on here.
 
  • Like
Reactions: Crazy Hobo Johnny

Crazy Hobo Johnny

Well-known member
Joined
Jul 20, 2018
Messages
683
Reaction score
870
Location
Milwaukee Wisconsin
Website
www.youtube.com
Awesome!!! Love it!!!

I want to buy a used van in the near future and convert it to a home! I have some $$ but need more.

Right now, my bicycle, cargo trailer and tent is my RV/camper!

It's time to tell landlords, STICK IT! F...Rent!!!

Welcome Aboard to StP btw! Share some travel stories and any other advice!!! CHJ
 
  • Like
Reactions: Gulysses3

About us

  • Squat the Planet is the world's largest social network for misfit travelers. Join our community of do-it-yourself nomads and learn how to explore the world by any means necessary.

    More Info

Help us pay the bills!

Total amount
$20.00
Goal
$100.00

Latest Library Uploads