I Built “A Woman’s Dream” Van To Live In • Van Tour Update

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  • 게시일 2019. 02. 10.
  • another van tour damn guys do you think I will ever stop ?
    And as always I do post way more short stories EVERYDAY on my IG if you NEED your daily van life dose *
    / susicruzz
    Affiliate link to the cooking pans:
    You don't pay anything extra but if you buy it from this link , you can support me ❤️
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댓글 • 977

  • @m4riii379
    @m4riii379 4 년 전 +2407

    *Who else came from jennelles video with her snake and is now obsessed with living in a van?*
    👇🏽
    Edit: holy shit a lot of ppl came from jennelle's vid XD

  • @anniel9126
    @anniel9126 4 년 전 +376

    imagine seeing all the major land marks of a place from the comfort of your own bed... van life is calling mee

  • @kaitlynsvideodiary
    @kaitlynsvideodiary 4 년 전 +532

    I've been watching van videos every single day this week, I can't even drive 😂

  • @vikiliki1
    @vikiliki1 5 년 전 +2580

    I wish I was brave enough to try van life...
    maybe one day...

    • @emmadaley313
      @emmadaley313 5 년 전 +28

      do it!

    • @lotuslily6239
      @lotuslily6239 5 년 전 +39

      You don’t have to commit to a van life u can get a van and go camping when ever and where ever u want don’t hesitate live life u won’t regret it and it will be the best thing you’ve ever done

    • @frekita30
      @frekita30 5 년 전 +1

      Omg I was literally just thinking that

    • @sarahhaifa7557
      @sarahhaifa7557 5 년 전 +2

      Sameeeeeee one day I will do it!😁

    • @AO-sz5ci
      @AO-sz5ci 5 년 전 +11

      I’m buying a van this Monday! Just going for it 😁

  • @divergent5155
    @divergent5155 5 년 전 +1860

    I would have turned it into the scooby doo van

  • @M3thylamine
    @M3thylamine 5 년 전 +400

    *van with limited space *
    Has a king size bed

    • @kylee7809
      @kylee7809 4 년 전 +21

      casiana E if that’s what she wants why is it a problem?

    • @woosan6594
      @woosan6594 4 년 전 +31

      Kylee /// no one said it was problem honey

  • @Rex-fc8kf
    @Rex-fc8kf 5 년 전 +309

    You should get a mini fridge but like one of the tiny tiny ones that can only fit like 5 things maybe so you can put your milk and cheese and your drinks

    • @savagesushi4322
      @savagesushi4322 5 년 전 +5

      mihlkywxy genius

    • @yumiisayama7176
      @yumiisayama7176 5 년 전 +8

      In germany there are kind of fridge boxes. They keep cold things longer longer cold by themself but you also coud cool they powered by the battery of the car. It is realy useful in summer for things like butter or Milk

    • @yonggeuk7782
      @yonggeuk7782 5 년 전

      Yumi Isayama like an eski

    • @yumiisayama7176
      @yumiisayama7176 5 년 전

      @@yonggeuk7782 yeah

  • @aya-vt4jm
    @aya-vt4jm 5 년 전 +569

    I would choose a smaller bed to make more space in the van

    • @azb2010
      @azb2010 3 년 전 +3

      Sleeping sideways on that bed will be a problem for anyone over 5'2". Not a problem for the owner, but maybe she has friends sleep over who might be taller. Something to consider.
      A narrower bed would give her more floor space, but only to a point, as the bed is over the raised engine compartment. As it is, she has some great storage under the bed.

  • @jaclynelise2966
    @jaclynelise2966 5 년 전 +443

    The removable handles on the cookware- genius! Great hack that I haven’t seen anyone else mention.

    • @yvettescheiman4991
      @yvettescheiman4991 5 년 전 +14

      I thought the same thing! I'm a little obsessed with van life videos and certainly haven't seen anyone mention this brilliant idea.

    • @snowtigress26
      @snowtigress26 5 년 전

      I totally agree! Sheer genius!

    • @Kimeesunshine
      @Kimeesunshine 5 년 전 +1

      It's an usual thing in France. Where you are from they don't use this?

    • @yvettescheiman4991
      @yvettescheiman4991 5 년 전

      @@Kimeesunshine , not that I've seen, no. I haven't seen this in NY. I MAY have seen it in the camping section of a department store, but not in regular stores.

  • @_chofes_
    @_chofes_ 4 년 전 +1088

    Anyone else here from a vid with an "Alfredo"??

  • @katiebear
    @katiebear 5 년 전 +485

    12:39 it looks like someone’s feet sticking out the stove lol 😂
    Love you Susi girl!

  • @Susicruzz
    @Susicruzz  5 년 전 +380

    Sweethearts I m so so sorry for this deleting and uploading , deleting and uploading again. but I don't want to give out anything with bad quality and since im on the road I don't always know where to find good internet ! I will try to avoid it I'm super sorry ! I hope you understand ! x kisses
    By the way I still don't know how to say DRAWER :D

    • @thinkabout288
      @thinkabout288 5 년 전 +5

      you had us concerned for a while we love traveling with you in your beautiful home keep going strong
      🚌 💨💨💨💨💨💨💨💨💨 👍✔

    • @chillinwithdylan636
      @chillinwithdylan636 5 년 전 +10

      Think of door with a r after the d, like droor = drawer, maybe that will help?! ✌

    • @maerichard4386
      @maerichard4386 5 년 전 +5

      Ive lived in Canada for almost 19 years and have been speaking English for 21 years and I remember "drawer" was a tough word to pronounce. I still don't pronounce it proper, sometimes I pause before saying it. So don't worry about it! English is tough!

    • @thinkabout288
      @thinkabout288 5 년 전 +1

      @@maerichard4386 English was constructed back in the 19th century. It is totally out dated today. From Florida

    • @ETTTBorneo
      @ETTTBorneo 5 년 전 +1

      Love always 😄😄😄😄😄

  • @maIuvaz
    @maIuvaz 5 년 전 +231

    3:46 I’m Brazilian, papel de parede is “wallpaper”

    • @IzzieAb
      @IzzieAb 5 년 전 +9

      Malu vaz quando eu ouvi ela falar fiquei surpresa, só não entendi porque ela falou com um sotaque meio francês hahahah

    • @maIuvaz
      @maIuvaz 5 년 전 +5

      Isabela Abdalla Aguiar kkkk fiquei tipo, oshe q sotaque e esse !? Kkkk

    • @IzzieAb
      @IzzieAb 5 년 전

      Malu vaz exato hahah

    • @leonela8396
      @leonela8396 5 년 전 +4

      I swear portuguese is so unbelievably similar to spanish, we say papel de pared

    • @blaecaster1697
      @blaecaster1697 5 년 전 +1

      Eu ia comentar agora haha

  • @IngridsVanlife
    @IngridsVanlife 5 년 전 +73

    wow, you're so badass!! Love how handy and practical you are, I really want to learn these skills myself.

  • @noone-en3he
    @noone-en3he 5 년 전 +161

    Papel de parede - wallpaper 😂 ,
    girl mood with not knowing english words on my everyday life 👌🏻

    • @inescerca5352
      @inescerca5352 4 년 전 +2

      I was going to comment that 😂😂😂 It happens to me everyday but in reverse. I know the word in English but can't remember them in portuguese

  • @claranc2303
    @claranc2303 5 년 전 +171

    Gosh, what a beauuutiful way of living :D Just discovered your channel, now I'll dive into it

  • @JescaHer
    @JescaHer 5 년 전 +112

    It looks stunning! I am in love with the paint job on the outside, it reminds me of pink Volkswagen buses I always seen on Pinterest! ✨💞

  • @bringoutyourdead5691
    @bringoutyourdead5691 4 년 전 +282

    can you guys stop comparing every van, bus, trailer etc to Janelle's video its getting kinda annoying

    • @savannahbrown8088
      @savannahbrown8088 4 년 전 +38

      amaya michelle thank you they acting like she Invented This lifestyle

    • @l0tusmilk
      @l0tusmilk 4 년 전 +23

      amaya michelle right? as if these videos/vanlifers haven’t been around forever

    • @chocolatemilk9363
      @chocolatemilk9363 4 년 전 +19

      It’s the young ass kids that flock to her channel. She’s appealing to younger viewers 12,13 etc. I like her channel too but Susi’s channel posted/did it first!

    • @iriemonmon
      @iriemonmon 4 년 전 +13

      Jenelle did a great job and sparked a lot of genuine interest in van life. Van life youtube was a bit dull before she came along.

    • @iriemonmon
      @iriemonmon 4 년 전 +12

      Chocolate Milk Jenelle brought personality and made it interesting

  • @closingscenes
    @closingscenes 5 년 전 +27

    The pan handle is so innovative!! Your van looks so amazing! I am so fascinated with your van life. I feel like you completely changed my view because I feel like as a woman, it would seem harder because I guess we have more necessities than men and you definitely defied that! Love your feminine touches and style.

  • @user-qr6bd9ku7c
    @user-qr6bd9ku7c 4 년 전 +327

    A girl who live in a van with her pet snake made me watch this sksksks
    Edit: thank y’all so much for the likesss❤️😭
    I’ve never gotten so many likes before🙈

  • @chillinwithdylan636
    @chillinwithdylan636 5 년 전 +46

    You're an amazing person! 👏🏻
    And beautiful, also!
    Hi Peño! 🐶 Safe travels to you both! ✌
    *I loved the van before, but it is so much nicer now and soo you! You deserve to enjoy it after all of the hard work, congrats!!! 🐩

    • @plutoplatters
      @plutoplatters 5 년 전

      I'm thinking she's probably never been told that before !!

  • @mzdiamondlover
    @mzdiamondlover 5 년 전 +3

    Get a bed heater. It’s like a fitted sheet that heats up to different temps. I love it!
    Also I loveee the pots and pans with removable handle! Thanks for the idea!!

  • @TheKuFamily
    @TheKuFamily 5 년 전 +85

    I live in London and have a flat in Harrow that I rent out so if you want to use the shower or the kitchen even the bedroom let me know would love to meet you

    • @chillinwithdylan636
      @chillinwithdylan636 5 년 전 +9

      How kind of you! 👏🏻👍✌

    • @AM-sf1th
      @AM-sf1th 5 년 전

      Thekufamily
      I’m loosing my job in two weeks as a live in role I have an interview for a new job in Harrow would love to meet you

    • @chillinwithdylan636
      @chillinwithdylan636 5 년 전 +4

      @@AM-sf1th *losing 😬 ✌

    • @chillinwithdylan636
      @chillinwithdylan636 5 년 전 +2

      @@AM-sf1th She might not have seen your comment because you typed her channel name differently. ✌

  • @johnbroystonjr23
    @johnbroystonjr23 5 년 전 +5

    Hey Susi Cruz!!! You are back out there and enjoying your life - Remember that. Your journey is entering a new phase that and you are going to appreciate life even more. SAFE travels, Be careful out there and Thank you for sharing. 😎

  • @cgarcia660
    @cgarcia660 5 년 전 +4

    You’re my hero !! So strong and independent, talented and smart, resourceful and sweet. You’re living a dream life and I’m so glad I can follow along. Awesome job on the van! Safe travels Susi! 😘😘😘

  • @meshoj8578
    @meshoj8578 5 년 전 +14

    I wish I was more free to try this life
    Definitely some day.

  • @ruthcuratolo9383
    @ruthcuratolo9383 3 년 전

    You may have come here from the girl with the snake, but you're staying because she is creative, smart, pretty, a world traveler, AND has carpentry skills! I sure can't say that. I like to give credit where credit is due. Awesome van build. Good luck on your journey!

  • @telmist4806
    @telmist4806 5 년 전 +2

    Your positive energy always puts a smile on my lips💕💕💕

  • @savagesushi4322
    @savagesushi4322 5 년 전 +7

    Omg ur bed looks sooo comfortable

  • @Andrea-qb5sl
    @Andrea-qb5sl 5 년 전 +8

    Awww... suzi your van looks sooo good it change a lot and it look much more beautiful love you♡

  • @BrownsPartyof5
    @BrownsPartyof5 5 년 전 +1

    I'm so glad you're back on the road & you're feeling better! I can't wait to see all the new adventures

  • @alanawendel
    @alanawendel 5 년 전 +2

    so glad your back, you are so inspiring to me

  • @RachelDiGregorio
    @RachelDiGregorio 5 년 전 +3

    so happy for you that you get to be back in your van and on the road again! excited to see what's next!
    Love from California! :)

  • @audio6652
    @audio6652 5 년 전 +3

    Van came out really nice good job a lot of hard work went in to the van you can see the outcome nice job Susie💪👍👍👍 have fun be safe 😎

  • @jjview1796
    @jjview1796 5 년 전 +2

    Susie, that's a great build, and it's awesome to see how proud you are, deservedly )) can't wait for your trip north!

  • @KristineS73
    @KristineS73 5 년 전 +2

    The van looks amazing Susi. I'm wishing you safe and happy traveling on this next trip! Can't wait for the vlogs and sweet peno!

  • @ladyeme8375
    @ladyeme8375 5 년 전 +3

    Oh my goodness! What a phenomenal job you have done! You van looks absolutely amazing 😉! I hope it continues to take you and your puppy dog on many fun and life changing adventures! Awesome, awesome, awesome job 💯💯👍🏻👍🏻😉😊❤️

  • @versatec1
    @versatec1 5 년 전 +7

    Its funny...im so used to conserving water that even if im at a friends house i behave in the same way 😃 by the way i have just designed and built a rain catcher for my motorhome...its great...i collected 40 litres in just an evenings rainfall and it tastes so nice....im by the sea on the south coast of the uk so the rain is clean..i tested it.😆

  • @debslifesimplified6406

    Great job on the new conversion. I'm glad you are feeling better, beautiful spot your camping in.

  • @cc-cd1yh
    @cc-cd1yh 5 년 전 +2

    I love all the little changes...I know it makes it much more convenient. Good job! Real cute!

  • @dorkyarg
    @dorkyarg 5 년 전 +58

    Question about van life w/a dog: how do you make sure the van doesn't get too hot for your dog when you leave him in it (in the summer/when its warmer out)? I know that vehicles get super hot even with windows open, so I was just wondering how you approach that :)

    • @sarahjohnson7753
      @sarahjohnson7753 4 년 전 +1

      Yaaasss. I also have this same exact question :)

    • @ellieschannel1
      @ellieschannel1 4 년 전 +7

      dorkyarg i would do more research but i believe you can avoid this by insulating the van.

    • @carlywash6724
      @carlywash6724 4 년 전 +2

      dorkyarg there’s mini air conditioners that can be purchased from amazon and you keep it near the area the pet stays in the most

  • @deborahbloem1325
    @deborahbloem1325 5 년 전 +4

    What a beautiful van! You are such a handy girl, unbelievable how you did al this! Looking out to your new adventures! Take care!

  • @stfi
    @stfi 5 년 전 +1

    You did a really great job! I'm glad you're back on the road again! Safe travels xxxx

  • @SylvanSecrets
    @SylvanSecrets 5 년 전

    Thank you for sharing the updated look! I've always loved the heavy wood boho vibe of your build.

  • @CarolineVictoriaxo
    @CarolineVictoriaxo 5 년 전 +3

    I'm so happy you're feeling better! I'm in Newcastle in the UK I hope you come here! Xx

  • @93292
    @93292 5 년 전 +4

    You’re so creative! I love your creation

  • @mandodeleon72
    @mandodeleon72 5 년 전 +2

    I love your videos safe travels hun 😊 can't wait to see more.

  • @adrienne8677
    @adrienne8677 5 년 전 +1

    Happy to see you're feeling better! 💕 Looking forward to more of your videos. Cruz on 🙌🏻

  • @yasminedey8612
    @yasminedey8612 5 년 전 +6

    Der Van sieht viel besser aus! ...und die neue Balayage sieht an dir auch sehr natürlich aus. 😊

  • @LittleHomesteadOnTheHill

    Love you susi !!

  • @sexywier14
    @sexywier14 5 년 전 +2

    The van is very beautiful. I'm so happy you posted. I've been watching your Instagram stories because I love following your van life😁

  • @sherriandara2699
    @sherriandara2699 5 년 전

    I am so impressed! And you are living the dream life. I love your van more than any other I have seen so far. You are an inspiration. Thank you for sharing and may your travels be fun, yet safe.

  • @reneebarrett9926
    @reneebarrett9926 5 년 전 +3

    You should be very proud you've done an amazing job💚💜💙 I'm so ready to go on your adventures with you sending my positive vibes and love from Somerset,Kentucky U.S.A 👍😊💜💙💛💚✌

  • @RosaGlee
    @RosaGlee 5 년 전 +5

    I can't wait to see you in France!! You have probably seen more of France than me 😂 I should explore more 😊 kisses from Paris 😘😘❤️

  • @n.syafiqa631
    @n.syafiqa631 5 년 전 +1

    After past 3 years i've been thinking i want van that have everything like this .. finally someone make it real 😭 when told my friend my imagination about to have van like this , and all my friend just like " your imagine its to far girl " and it make me sad .. thank you for make it real .. at least i can show my friend van like this is exist ❤💓💕

  • @RockTransistor
    @RockTransistor 5 년 전 +1

    Girl you are amazing! Love it!

  • @blissfulli3448
    @blissfulli3448 5 년 전 +34

    2:57 I thought someone was next to u lol

  • @diannaayala7489
    @diannaayala7489 4 년 전 +6

    I love this!!!. Where did you get the removable handle pans?

  • @PamsPrettyPlants
    @PamsPrettyPlants 5 년 전

    She’s beautiful! Great job Susi! It’s awesome to see it back on the road!

  • @buffysato7151
    @buffysato7151 5 년 전 +2

    Beautiful van build! Loved your video!

  • @zoeentwistle5731
    @zoeentwistle5731 5 년 전 +3

    It looks so amazing holy moly I want to live there

  • @izinspired7455
    @izinspired7455 5 년 전 +9

    I am in Paris at the moment, if you are not busy I would love to see you and your van, you can come to mine and have a shower and even a home cooked meal, if not all the best thoughhhh xxx

  • @ZenMoments1215
    @ZenMoments1215 5 년 전 +1

    I love your van! You did an amazing job. Happy travels.

  • @audreyjames74
    @audreyjames74 5 년 전 +1

    Glad that you persevere ❤️

  • @sineyamusa5758
    @sineyamusa5758 5 년 전 +8

    Love your videos 💜

  • @ellis3024
    @ellis3024 5 년 전 +7

    I really wanna travel so much more if I watch your videos

  • @nikamo6853
    @nikamo6853 5 년 전

    You are my favorite traveling KRplusr!!! And your van is so awesome!!! ❤️

  • @meraldes
    @meraldes 5 년 전

    Susie your van looks much more spacious you did a great job. Good to see you and Peno are back on the road.You are loved by lots of people/viewers who will travel with you safe travels❤️

  • @scotti3480
    @scotti3480 5 년 전 +5

    i love your van, so much. This is what i aspire. I want this xD. This is the first video i have seen from you and im subbed, as soon as the video started i subbed xDDD.

  • @joana_margarette
    @joana_margarette 5 년 전 +4

    I'd love to go to a beach with my friends with this kind of van

  • @innerchildasmr3202

    Oh my goodness! The handleless pans are genius!!! ❤️🔥

  • @reo3348
    @reo3348 5 년 전 +1

    girl your life is such a dream ugh so inspiring

  • @sicklysweet2838
    @sicklysweet2838 5 년 전 +10

    3:50 she sead "tapeta" we also use it in Serbia is wallpaper

  • @sikeeyahss7469
    @sikeeyahss7469 5 년 전 +10

    Don’t you have a fridge? How do you keep your food cold?

  • @rhart367
    @rhart367 5 년 전 +1

    Your van looks beautiful, wonderful job Susi. 👍🏼 Peace.

  • @pinupstylist1338
    @pinupstylist1338 5 년 전

    The van looks beautiful & so cozy with your new wood stove! 😍 I love seeing your tours and updates! Happy travels on your latest adventures!

  • @chillinwithdylan636
    @chillinwithdylan636 5 년 전 +3

    Caitlin June She has a set up for an indoor and outdoor shower, and a pee bottle set up (if nothing else is available) that she has shown before. ✌

  • @shannybridgejeez5816
    @shannybridgejeez5816 5 년 전 +6

    Your energy seemed abit low in this but it's okay much love and the van has come a long way it's Beautiful.

  • @darklittlepeople
    @darklittlepeople 5 년 전

    you are so amazing for doing the conversion all by yourself - i truly admire you, and will try to take example from you !

  • @Serenity.9
    @Serenity.9 4 년 전

    I love your van! I like how it’s practical yet still very efficient and beautiful it is altogether

  • @NonaMae347
    @NonaMae347 5 년 전 +6

    Do you have the link for those pots and pans with the removable handle... I love them

    • @Susicruzz
      @Susicruzz  5 년 전 +3

      yess sweetheart they are in the description box 🙈

    • @NonaMae347
      @NonaMae347 5 년 전

      @@Susicruzz thank you😀💙

  • @Elle-jd1cy
    @Elle-jd1cy 4 년 전 +3

    At first I thought it was jennelles vid finally converting her rv but boiii i was wrongggg🤪😂

  • @elisasabrina2061
    @elisasabrina2061 4 년 전 +1

    i've seriously been inspired by susi. i'm still in school but when i'm older i would love to start van life and travel the world. i'm a little afraid tho because of funding and being alone but susi has proven through her videos that it isn't impossible.

  • @rakadoni8403
    @rakadoni8403 5 년 전 +1

    Hey Susi, I love your videos, they're so informative and it's awesome to see you learn and teach stuff - you should definitely visit Cornwall when you come to the UK !! It's so beautiful 🙂

  • @sofiaalsaraygi6985
    @sofiaalsaraygi6985 5 년 전 +85

    I love the van but you said you use the bathroom outside. Who does that work for you? I can’t imagine that with my period and stuff

    • @NikeSabrina99
      @NikeSabrina99 5 년 전 +3

      Sweetsofia 18 what’s the problem with the period? What’s the difference to your own bathroom?

    • @12Cheerforever
      @12Cheerforever 5 년 전 +32

      If someone uses tampons its really not that hard. But yeah if someone was just using pads I would imagine it would be crazy hard and messy...and kind of gross bc then your just bleeding on the ground. She also might mean that she just goes to public restrooms wherever she parks.

    • @juliakeele9124
      @juliakeele9124 5 년 전 +7

      Maybe Diva Cups? That seems like a good idea@@12Cheerforever

    • @yvettescheiman4991
      @yvettescheiman4991 5 년 전 +7

      Well, besides the pots and pans with removable handles, here's another topic I haven't seen in van life videos before. I'm sure SOMEONE has mentioned it, but I personally haven't come across it. I would assume tampons and diva cups would be the easiest option, until it came time to wash the cup or dump the tampon. No matter how small the van, I would def have the option of at least a lined bucket. Emergencies never happen when it's convenient! 😆

    • @jenny9343
      @jenny9343 5 년 전 +1

      My friend thats on birth control doesnt get a period.. maybe that or diva cup and you can always find public restrooms around parks or coffee shops

  • @suppenhun007
    @suppenhun007 5 년 전 +95

    what about a bathroom? how do zou solve this problem?

  • @maymaywong3477
    @maymaywong3477 5 년 전

    This is AWESOME!!!!!
    Love that you live the dream!!!

  • @reglook1
    @reglook1 4 년 전 +1

    This lady is brilliant and talented.

  • @nikkinorman4254
    @nikkinorman4254 4 년 전 +4

    Am I the only one getting all these random van recommendations?

  • @hattie7814
    @hattie7814 4 년 전 +7

    When you order things online, how do you receive the parcel?

    • @mops7081
      @mops7081 4 년 전 +2

      It goes to the post office duhh. Then you pick it up

  • @susanc1265
    @susanc1265 5 년 전

    So happy to see you happy! Explore, have adventures! Will be waiting to share in the fun!

  • @melissasmidt222
    @melissasmidt222 3 년 전

    Love your van! Your doggy, dropping the ball, was so cool. Hope you're on some amazing adventure.

  • @laurenbelle6760
    @laurenbelle6760 5 년 전 +3

    Just wondering where you you use the bathroom and shower and about how much did your van cost

    • @jenny9343
      @jenny9343 5 년 전

      She has a video on how she showers inside her van. She also uses public showers around beaches or gets a 1 free day trial at gyms

  • @johannajolieb4418
    @johannajolieb4418 5 년 전 +5

    i would be so scared to live in it

  • @pebbles5953
    @pebbles5953 5 년 전

    I am glad you’re feeling better you go girl

  • @NtiChilimuikkunen
    @NtiChilimuikkunen 5 년 전 +1

    Nice video and your van looks good, better and fresh! All good to you and safe adventure! 😊👍🏻🚐

  • @random1891
    @random1891 5 년 전 +53

    Hi I’m 15 I am desperate for the van life when I turn 17. I’m considering a ford transit. But idk if that’s the best decision. I’m also plastic free so I also don’t know how I’m gonna have propane or how to travel. My family also don’t support it but idc cause I’ve wanted to it for about three years. And also I don’t know where I would park cause in the uk it’s not as good for van life than America. Also where do you put the waste as I want a compost toilet. Sorry about the long message but yeah. Xx

    • @NomadikEmpyr
      @NomadikEmpyr 5 년 전 +6

      Waste in trash cans and dumpsters. It's going to be mixed with wood chips, saw dust, or kitty litter. Check out some stealth parking videos, one that has a few is Chrome on "Vancity Vanlife". The thing you really need to worry about is money income. The rest is learned going through life, and it really does just become every day life once you realize a lot of the fears were just fears. I've lived at campgrounds, truck stops, and parking lots. I haven't done street side stealth parking yet, haven't had to as I stay away from cities. But it seems that those might be easier than dodging curious managers in parking lots, lol.

    • @katemcnutter
      @katemcnutter 5 년 전 +13

      Hi Maisie. I'm a lone female currently living in a Ford Transit in the UK. I think if you can do a conversion whilst you have the support of your family then it is such a great option for a young person to save money on rent from the blood-sucking landlords! The earlier you do it the sooner you can benefit from the possibility to save some money to buy some land or whatever option might suit you. Watch lots and lots of van tours and van builds on KRplus for ideas and fingers crossed there's someone your family who knows something about DIY who can help! By the end of it you surely will know lots about DIY yourself! It's worth making sure you get the correct insulation solution at the beginning as it's hard to update at a later stage and it's really important (I recommend closed cell foam combined with Dodo thermo fleece - although it's plastic!!! But it is recycled plastic? As an alternative wool has it's own challenges, make sure your solution for a vapour barrier is effective if you go that route). Also, making sure that you have a good ventilation system is important from the outset - gotta look after your health! Having propane is really handy in a van for cooking (and as back-up heating a a complement to a wood stove)... you don't want to get it because of the plastic pipes is that it??? Life is full of compromises :) For parking the best resource is an app called park4night, it's a community resource so it's people sharing park ups they've enjoyed, and other people's comments can keep the info fresh. You can search by place name or with a maps feature. Also, ASDA and B&Q carparks are always reliable if not so glamorous! You might meet people with land who will let you park more permanently, but be prepared to encounter lots of prejudice from Little Britain! There is such a "hostile environment" for campervanners compared to some other countries and it gets mixed in with racism against travelers. It's fairly unsavoury sometimes the little insights you can get to people's prejudice, but overall I rarely have uncomfortable encounters. But let the haters hate and live your life with peace, love and truth, and then who cares?! I recommend making your van as stealth as possible, the main thing being light proof, so if needs be you can feel secure in knowing probably no-one knows your inside if you decide to be stealthy some night. I also have a compost toilet, an elaborate home-made bucket system with fancy Kildwick urine diverter. I have a dedicated rotating composter at a local university allotment garden where I can drop off the waste, but I have been thinking about mounting a bin on the outside for when I am travelling! A lot of people just put their humanure in public bins but I personally think it's irresponsible as organic leachate from landfills is a problem for the surrounding areas. I think the other option is to carry a spade and bury it.
      Hey Susi, well done on your van refurb! When will you be in the UK? I am around Canterbury in Kent until the end of February, it would be fun to meet up and exchange lone female vanlife experiences! We can swap vantours! I guess you will be getting the ferry/tunnel into Dover/Folkestone?

    • @random1891
      @random1891 5 년 전 +6

      Kate McNutt hi omgoodness thank you so much I can’t believe you could write so much helped me loads. Took a screen shot and I’ll revise it 😂 thank you sooo much 🌏

    • @random1891
      @random1891 5 년 전

      Nomadic Bike thankyou so much 🌏🌏

    • @curbowman
      @curbowman 5 년 전 +5

      What you need to sort out is how you are going to earn a living. Remember that our beloved Suzi owns an apartment and she rents it. That's a steady income that's much needed for VanLife, since you are going to need money saved for repairs. Most Vanlifers do remote work with their laptops, which require knowing how to do that work in the first place, and having good references so people can hire someone who can't be supervised.
      So, you're gonna need money for: 1) purchasing the van, 2) repairing it, 3) convert the van into a comfortable home, 4) insure the van, 5) create a fund for unexpected repairs on the road, 6) buy yourself a modest life insurance valid in all the places you are planning to visit (especially since your country is soon to leave the EU), and THEN you might start VanLife.

  • @chloecervi
    @chloecervi 4 년 전 +5

    Can life seems lonely :/ that’s the only thing holding me back from considering it when I’m old enough to do so

    • @ruthcuratolo9383
      @ruthcuratolo9383 3 년 전

      Not every one gets lonely and if they do they can seek out others. Van lifers like their own company, and often love their solitude and freedom.

  • @imacollector
    @imacollector 5 년 전

    Nice that you live a life that teaches you how to give importance and be thankful for food,water, every new day, the only things that u have and especially for "being you"!

  • @freakyboo
    @freakyboo 5 년 전

    I’m glad you smile again! Be safe with Little P! Love your van so so so much!!!!!!!!!