Van Life Blog & Guides
Practical guides, cost breakdowns, and tips to help you plan and live your best van life.
RV vs Hotel: Which Saves More Money in 2026?
Compare RV vs Hotel costs for 2026. Find out which saves more: RV or hotel living? Free calculator included.
Dispersed Camping Rules by State (2026)
Where can you camp for free legally? State-by-state rules: stay limits, permits, BLM land & National Forests. Updated 2026 guide for all 50 states.
Van Life Winter Survival Tips (2026)
Real strategies for surviving winter in a van, from insulation and heating choices to the best warm-weather destinations and winter driving safety.
Overnight Parking for Van Life: 50+ Cities Ranked (2026)
Find safe overnight parking in 50+ major US cities. Ranked by safety, legality, and amenities. Updated for 2026 van lifers. Free guide by Vanyage.
Van Life with Dogs: Tips for Traveling with Pets
Honest advice on doing van life with dogs, from choosing the right breed for the lifestyle to keeping them safe in summer heat and finding vet care on the road.
How to Find Free Campsites in the USA
A practical guide to finding free campsites using public land maps, apps, and strategies that actually work for van lifers and car campers.
Solar Panel Setup for Van Life: Complete Guide
Everything we learned the hard way about solar power in a van, from sizing your system to actual installation steps and cost breakdown.
Best Van for Van Life Conversion (2026 Comparison)
We compared the top cargo vans for conversion based on interior space, reliability, parts availability, fuel economy, and real-world cost of ownership.
Free Van Life Camping: 50 Best Boondocking Spots
Fifty real boondocking spots we've either stayed at or heard about from van lifers who have. Organized by region with details on cell service, terrain, and s...
Cheapest States for Van Life 2026 Ranked
All 50 states ranked by real van life costs: registration, insurance, fuel, camping fees. See which state costs the least to live on the road.
Van Life on a Budget: Complete 2026 Guide
Real numbers, real strategies. Here's how to do van life on a budget without eating ramen every night (okay, maybe sometimes).
Best Van Life Road Trips: 6 Routes We Drove
Six van life road trip routes with real campgrounds, daily costs, and honest mileage. From Pacific Coast Highway to Utah's Mighty Five — with exact stops.
Best States for Van Life 2026: Top 10 Ranked
Top 10 states for van life ranked by cost of living, weather, boondocking laws & community. #1 pick might surprise you. Free state-by-state breakdown.
How to Start Van Life: Beginner Roadmap (2026)
Step-by-step guide on how to start van life in 2026. From choosing your first van to hitting the road — budget tips, common mistakes, and free planning tools.
Van Conversion Cost Guide: $5K-$50K (2026)
How much does a van conversion cost in 2026? $5K DIY to $50K pro builds. Itemized breakdowns for electrical, insulation & kitchen. Free budget calculator.
Van Life Checklist: 100+ Essentials for the Road
Complete van life checklist with 100+ items organized by phase. From planning to departure — never forget an essential piece of gear again.
Van Life Cost Breakdown 2026
Van life monthly cost breakdown: fuel, insurance, camping, food & maintenance. Real numbers from full-time van dwellers. Free monthly budget calculator.