Author: storagegenie

Picture this: You’re sitting on the beach, sand between your toes, and a laptop on the edge of your lounge chair. You’ve been sending emails from this spot all day. Does this sound like paradise? Well, it’s a real possibility in today’s world. With the internet, remote working opportunities, and personal storage options, this dream can be a reality.  If you’re wondering how to work remotely and travel or how to become a digital nomad, this guide is for you.  Must-Haves While working and traveling isn’t an overcomplicated affair, there’s more to it than picking up and leaving town....

As the price of real estate across the US increases, many are opting to leave the traditional, plant-your-roots way of life behind and choose to live in a van instead. Not only does it save on living costs, but the idea of cutting loose and living in a van also has an adventurous appeal. Some people are turned off by the lack of personal storage and the potential costs.  Some are buying vans to live a nomadic lifestyle, while others are looking to use their vans as road trip-style vacations. Whether your reasons for becoming a van lifer are...

As companies offer more remote opportunities, living in a van has become an attractive option for many people. But how do you decide which van to buy? The adventure van you choose to live in plays a role in your level of comfort and your lifestyle as well as how much personal storage you need. How much does it cost to live in a van? The overall cost of van life, both in terms of the initial cost and ongoing expenses such as gas, maintenance, and insurance depends on the van you choose. Another factor to consider is the...

Van life. Those two words conjure up pictures of endless road trips, coastal sunsets, and lazy mornings in the mountains. For many, it sounds like a dream. The van life movement has been gaining popularity over the past few years and there are many people who have great van living ideas! But how do you do it? We’re here to show you. Van life may not be for everyone because of the lack of personal space –but people forget that personal storage is an option. Van living is becoming a convenient solution to problems like overcrowded cities and unpredictable...

Van life is so much more than just sleeping in a vehicle. A converted van is like a tiny home on wheels, with the possibility of endless customizations. That’s probably one reason why 35% of people are drawn to the adventurous van life. Exploring the National Park system, van camping, and trekking on the open road are all activities (and even lifestyles) made possible by van life.  For some, a bare-bones approach to van life is more than enough. Van life can be hard for some because of the lack of personal storage. For those looking to put the...