Show Notes
In this episode, we explore the world of van life and examine the pivotal factors that led us back to our cherished cabin. From recounting the origin story of our name "Vanwives" to sharing personal anecdotes of how we chanced upon our ideal van, we offer valuable insights into the joys and challenges of this lifestyle. Tune in as we offer advice to newcomers to van life, reflect on our most harrowing experiences on the road, discuss how the landscape of van life has evolved over the years, and contemplate what we would do differently if we could embark on the adventure of van life again.
Episode Overview:
2:00 - How we got the name Van Wives
7:00 - How we got into van life
17:00 - Our advice for starting van life
19:00 - The beginning of our van life experience
23:00 - Our scariest van life experience
28:00 - Why we moved into the cabin
35:00 - How van life has changed
43:00 - How we would do van life differently
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