Best Van Life Blogs 2024
The inclination of a van owner to document their travels isn’t new.
As the years go by, the desire to document van travel continues. Why do we van dwellers feel the need to chronicle our proceedings? Why must we share our voyages with the world? There is no simple answer to this question. But perhaps to remember. To remember and to share the joy of our experience with others. Perhaps hoping that sharing our joy will bring others the same joy we feel. But will it? Probably not, as research suggests. How could it be possible to feel the same joy as the guy in the photo above while you’re not there with him? While you’re instead on your way to work without the same great view he has? I would imagine this would elicit more envy than anything else. I’ve been on the train heading to work one too many times while scrolling through Instagram looking at people posing in front of less grainy scenes than this one. Beautiful scenes and beautiful people, while I gaze out of a translucent LIRR window, barely able to make out where I am. Until I hear the conductor announce that we are pulling into Jamaica and that I need to transfer promptly to make it to work on time.
But what if you could harness the envy and use it as inspiration? Inspiration to get out there yourself and experience the splendor of the world. That’s exactly what these ten van life travel bloggers did.
#1 Court and Nate
This platform is dedicated to sharing their experience in van conversions, offering valuable resources and tips for DIY enthusiasts. Whether you're starting your own van build or looking for expert advice, explore their step-by-step guides, project insights, and practical solutions to help you tackle your van conversion with confidence.
#2 Far Out Stoke
A collection of wild road stories featuring helpful advice, gear reviews, photo essays, and much more.
#3 Abbe Minor
Abbe Minor is a little bit of everything—a van builder, adventurer, author, and content creator.
#4 Travel Vlog Update
Nathan Matinelli is just about as authentic as van life gets. A modern day van life cowboy. Nathan shows the world how van living is done.
#5 Quin Gable
Quin Gable is a solo van lifer who’s been on the road for over 3 years with her cats. She offers travel, lifestyle and hiking tips.
#6 Scarlett and Seth
Join Seth and Scarlett on Instagram for an exciting look into their lives, filled with travel adventures, stylish outfits, and fun moments. Discover breathtaking destination shots, fashion inspiration, and authentic, behind-the-scenes glimpses into their journey. Stay connected with daily updates and lifestyle content that will inspire you today
#7 Divine on the Road
A solo woman who met her partner, a fellow van dweller, while living on the road full-time. She shares advice on van conversions, van life logistics, earning a remote income, and now motherhood.
#8 Bearfoot Theory
As a pioneer in the outdoor blogging space, she provides practical tips, relatable stories, and an authentic perspective that inspires and empowers readers to explore the outdoors more confidently.
#9 So We Bought a Van
A 27 year old nomad who has serious addictions to hot sauce, puzzling, and salt and vinegar chips. Her passion for the outdoors has grown immensely over the years, making stationary life feel just about impossible.
#10 The Old Woman Who Lives in Her Van
Join the journey of the old woman who lives in her van, where age is just a number and adventure is always around the corner.
“I believe women will create empowering, enriching, and epic adventures when given the right tools. I can show you how.”
vintage van photo credit: curbsideclassics.com
