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Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Van Living: The Freedom of the Road

By Mark C. Anthony


Have you fantasized about travelling for prolonged periods of time and visiting amazing new places? Have you thought about leaving the stresses of your job and everyday life? Has the idea of living in a van and spending weeks, months or perhaps years traveling doing what you care about ever crossed your mind?

Many people make the shift to living in a van each year. Although it may appear like living in a van is something that only people who find themselves down on their luck would do, it's very contrary. Increasing numbers of people have discovered the freedom of the road and realizing that it can offer a basic and rewarding way of living. Van living makes it possible for people to concentrate on things they're interested in instead of being totally absorbed by the rat race.

When living in a van it's easy to be closer to nature, take pleasure in the small things about life and concentrate on personal development. Be it writing, hiking, painting, biking or climbing, van living can provide you with the time and inspiration to follow your desires.People that opt for a life on the road only need to be concerned about spending money on gas, food and car insurance. The significant decrease in bills makes it simple to live rather comfortably on a fraction of what a person would survive on traditionally.

A lot of people make the choice each year to pack up there things and head out traveling. They find adventure, money savings, the chancefor self reflection and an appreciation for the simple matters in life. Living in a van can give you time to do the things that you've always set aside due to work and various life obligations.

Maybe you've decided that you want to try out living in a van as a short-term or long term lifestyle. There's a great deal to learn about van living and it's a good idea to educate yourself on the many aspects related to full or part-time van life.

Van living can be quite a great deal of enjoyment but it may also have it's challenges. If you set your van up adequately initially you will find life on the road to be more enjoyable and care free.

As with every major lifestyle change there are a lot of things to take into consideration and a lot to learn before getting started. Without correct planning you will find a lot of the easy day-to-day tasks that you may take for granted currently might be a significant challenge later. From cooking and cleaning to showering and food storage there are a number of factors that if done correctly can make living in a van a far more comfortable existence.

Living in a van may not be for everyone but it's definitely a great way to find adventure, excitement and maybe even your true life passion.




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