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lifestyle:living_out_of_the_van [2020/05/19 20:25] frater_secessus [living in the van] |
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There are two main philosophies to vandwelling: | There are two main philosophies to vandwelling: | ||
- | * **living //out// of the van**, as if it were a camping tent one sleeps in | + | * **living //out// of the van**, as if it were a camping tent one sleeps in |
* **living //in// the van**, as if it were a tiny apartment | * **living //in// the van**, as if it were a tiny apartment | ||
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- | This approach basically spends as little time in the van as possible. | + | This approach basically spends as little time in the van as possible. |
**Benefits: | **Benefits: | ||
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* the van can be low-roof, a [[rv: | * the van can be low-roof, a [[rv: | ||
* the build can be minimal - cot and sleeping bag. | * the build can be minimal - cot and sleeping bag. | ||
+ | * parking and [[camping: | ||
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+ | **Hacks:** | ||
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+ | * bring a tent - you can sleep in it or unload stuff to make more room in the van | ||
+ | * make or buy an awning to make some shade. | ||
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+ | **Examples: | ||
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+ | * [[https:// | ||
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* standing room may be easier for elder or injured ' | * standing room may be easier for elder or injured ' | ||
+ | * can cook indoors in bad weather | ||
+ | * ventilation and heating can be easier in larger spaces (room for fans and heaters) | ||
* less chance of cabin fever, as the interior can be set up for comfortable living | * less chance of cabin fever, as the interior can be set up for comfortable living | ||