We’re ready for the 2024 season! Every new year brings new trends, and the vanlife movement has been constantly evolving and adapting to new realities on the road all around the world. If you’re curious about the latest vanlife trends, here are five to watch out for in 2024. The mini SUV vanlife Recent years have shown just how ingenious and diverse vanlife can be. Once known mainly for the Westfalia, the movement has expanded to include more converted vehicles. After Venturas, Econolines, cargo vans and minivans, it’s time for SUVs in vanlife trends! We love the idea of being able to convert ..read more

Are you looking for “tested and approved” vanlife products? We’ve got just what you need! We’ve been travelling by van for over 8 years now, sharing this lifestyle with our community. Over the years, we’ve discovered lots of tips and tricks that make life easier on the road. So here are our top 5 most popular vanlife accessories loved by our community. 1. GoDry Hanger A small accessory that can make a big difference! The GoDry is easy to store and we always carry two of them in our van. We use it to dry our wetsuits after a good surf session, but it can also be used as storage for your kitche ..read more

We’ve become pros at traveling across the continent in a van! We have traveled between the West and East coasts more than a dozen times, so we are quite familiar with the roads. Sometimes we choose to cross Canada to enjoy the scenery of each province, but we also love to drive across the border to discover new territories. Are you planning a long road trip soon or dreaming of going away for several weeks? Here’s our recommended itinerary from Vancouver to Montreal il you plan crossing the U.S. by van on Highway 90. Departure from Vancouver to Washington State After a few days exploring Vanco ..read more

We love discovering Quebec and North America by van! Road trips are a great way to explore different territories and attractions. With so many possibilities, it can be difficult to decide where to go next. However, if you’re looking for a change of scenery and want to explore a new international destination, why not consider a vanlife adventure? If you feel like booking your own plane tickets and taking a road trip on another continent, here are 5 vanlife-friendly destinations around the world. Australia Australia is widely considered the ultimate destination for van travel. With its warm cli ..read more

With fall settling in, we’re in the mood for warm, comforting food! When you spend the majority of your time on the road in a van, cooking with the Omnia Oven is a great way to add variety to your meals. If you’re not familiar with it, this compact red oven sits directly on top of your propane stove, providing you with a fresh way to cook your meals. All that’s left to do is to try out our five comforting recipes for a cozy evening in your van. Vegetarian Lasagne Ingredients 200g fresh lasagne noodles (dried works too) 1 Tbs olive oil or rapeseed oil 1 onion 2 cloves garlic 1 cup dired red le ..read more

As expected, this year’s El Campo event will remain etched in our memories for a long time to come. Over 550 vans gathered at El Campo, setting a new record for the largest van gathering in Canada. The contagious energy at this 7th edition was palpable throughout the first weekend of September. From experienced vanlifers to novices, as well as curious in tents to the exhibitors and artists present, we were treated to an incredible – and perfectly sunny – weekend that proved once again what an exceptional adventure vanlife can be… and how it brings people together! A unique sense of community ..read more

High season for vans in Quebec is coming to an end! As the leaves change color and temperatures drop, it’s clear that summer is over. While full-time vanlifers will migrate to warmer climates out west or south during the winter months, others will opt to stay in Quebec and securely store their vans. As our main goal is to help you whenever you need it, get ready for next spring with these top tips on preparation and storing your van for the winter. Deep cleaning Vanlifers know how quickly small spaces like our vans get dirty! Even if you’ve swept and cleaned your surfaces all summer long, it ..read more

Every change of season brings its own surprises! With the arrival of fall, we’re swapping paddle boards and sun hats for candles and slippers. There’s no better way to make the most of this colorful season than in a well-equipped van! Discover our 7 favorite accessories for a cozy fall season in a van. 1. The famous Napsack If you know us at all, you realize that as soon as the weather turns cooler in the evening, there’s a 100% chance we’ll find ourselves in our Napsack! Gone are the mornings when you have to set aside an hour to get out of your sleeping bag and start the day. All you have t ..read more

For those of you who haven’t bought your first van yet: we’re here to help! We always recommend that future vanlifers rent a few vans first to determine their specific needs before choosing the van of their dreams. Whether it’s to evaluate your options or simply to enjoy the beauty of the province for a few days, here are 10 van rentals available in Quebec. Dolorès the Honda Odyssey We’ve never seen such a beautiful set-up in a minivan! Dolorès sleeps 2 and even comes with a projector for rainy days. Its roof box fits all your belongings, and its small size makes it easy to park overnight. Be ..read more

When you leave on long road trips in your van, it’s always a good idea to be well-equipped to enjoy 100% of your time on the road. The goal is not to buy just any trendy thing you’ll never use but to have a few essential and versatile, easy-to-transport and store accessories. To get you started with the upcoming season, here are our 5 must-have accessories for your van. 1. KAM Mats Of course, we love our Go-Van blankets on the bed or around the fire for cooler nights, but they are not practical in every situation. When we want a mat at the entrance to the van or a clean surface to sit Zak on t ..read more