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]]>Collette is a passionate traveler, who’s been everywhere from Vietnam to Thailand over the years, but Japan has always been her dream country. She knew it would take quite some time to explore it the way she wanted to, and embarking on a road trip that allowed her to fully immerse in local culture was the only option for her.
She decided to buy an old van and convert it into a camper, but this journey hasn’t been easy. She chronicled all the ups and downs she went through before hitting the road, attracting thousands of followers to her TikTok and Instagram page @addy_road. Despite all the obstacles she faced, Collette decided to keep going because this was the biggest dream she ever had.
“I’m so excited and nervous at the same time. I’ve risked major aspects of my life to get to this point but I know that I would regret never going on this journey!” she wrote on Instagram.
We’ve seen her go everywhere from Osaka and Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara since the start of her journey, and her social media posts will take you on an epic journey across Japan.
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]]>This simple addition to a van can take your setup from basic to luxurious. This will give you some outdoor space that offers not only sun protection but also cover from the rain. With your limited living space inside the van, having the option to create more usable space outside will be much appreciated.
These can be expensive to install and you’ll need to have a good battery storage system to make the most of them, but these efforts will be worth it for the outcome. Solar panels on the roof will allow you to live off-grid much more easily, and you won’t have to worry about finding electrical outlets when parking up.
Another one that can be a little tricky and expensive to install, but well worth the investment. If you are doing it yourself, always make sure to carefully follow the requirements needed to install a fire. This charming addition to your van will help you keep warm in cold weather, and can also be used to cook meals on.
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]]>There are many apps specifically for van lifers that identify which service stations have certain amenities such as showers. Many of them do and may charge a small fee for the use of their hot showers.
This can be more difficult to arrange, but you of course get the added benefit of getting a nice swim or gym session in if you want. If you’re traveling in one country for a while it might be sensible to get a membership for a chain gym to be able to use the showers whenever.
While it’s great to be able to park up for free places, there are huge benefits to paying for a campground, and using the toilets and hot showers is a big one.
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]]>Some van setups have so much space available inside, while others may be a little compromised in the space on offer. It’s good to think about this, as spending lots of time with a dog in an enclosed space can become uncomfortable. You may wish to have some separation between where you are sleeping and where your canine pal will sleep.
This entirely depends on what you plan to do while traveling. Whether you will be wild camping, staying in campsites, or heading to stay with hosts, having a dog with you will mean you need to plan a bit more carefully. Some campsites don’t accept dogs, and many travel hosts may also have rules around bringing pets.
This is quite a basic thing to consider, as you will be driving a lot. If your dog tends to get anxious or needs to stop a lot then this may cause some unnecessary stress.
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]]>The post Adele Collette is Living Her Best “Van Life” in Japan appeared first on tworeddots.com.
]]>Collette is a passionate traveler, who’s been everywhere from Vietnam to Thailand over the years, but Japan has always been her dream country. She knew it would take quite some time to explore it the way she wanted to, and embarking on a road trip that allowed her to fully immerse in local culture was the only option for her.
She decided to buy an old van and convert it into a camper, but this journey hasn’t been easy. She chronicled all the ups and downs she went through before hitting the road, attracting thousands of followers to her TikTok and Instagram page @addy_road. Despite all the obstacles she faced, Collette decided to keep going because this was the biggest dream she ever had.
“I’m so excited and nervous at the same time. I’ve risked major aspects of my life to get to this point but I know that I would regret never going on this journey!” she wrote on Instagram.
We’ve seen her go everywhere from Osaka and Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara since the start of her journey, and her social media posts will take you on an epic journey across Japan.
The post Adele Collette is Living Her Best “Van Life” in Japan appeared first on tworeddots.com.
]]>The post Fun and Practical Add-Ons to Consider When Setting Up Your Van appeared first on tworeddots.com.
]]>This simple addition to a van can take your setup from basic to luxurious. This will give you some outdoor space that offers not only sun protection but also cover from the rain. With your limited living space inside the van, having the option to create more usable space outside will be much appreciated.
These can be expensive to install and you’ll need to have a good battery storage system to make the most of them, but these efforts will be worth it for the outcome. Solar panels on the roof will allow you to live off-grid much more easily, and you won’t have to worry about finding electrical outlets when parking up.
Another one that can be a little tricky and expensive to install, but well worth the investment. If you are doing it yourself, always make sure to carefully follow the requirements needed to install a fire. This charming addition to your van will help you keep warm in cold weather, and can also be used to cook meals on.
The post Fun and Practical Add-Ons to Consider When Setting Up Your Van appeared first on tworeddots.com.
]]>The post Different Ways to Shower While Traveling in a Van appeared first on tworeddots.com.
]]>There are many apps specifically for van lifers that identify which service stations have certain amenities such as showers. Many of them do and may charge a small fee for the use of their hot showers.
This can be more difficult to arrange, but you of course get the added benefit of getting a nice swim or gym session in if you want. If you’re traveling in one country for a while it might be sensible to get a membership for a chain gym to be able to use the showers whenever.
While it’s great to be able to park up for free places, there are huge benefits to paying for a campground, and using the toilets and hot showers is a big one.
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]]>The post Important Things to Consider Before Planning a Van Trip With Your Dog appeared first on tworeddots.com.
]]>Some van setups have so much space available inside, while others may be a little compromised in the space on offer. It’s good to think about this, as spending lots of time with a dog in an enclosed space can become uncomfortable. You may wish to have some separation between where you are sleeping and where your canine pal will sleep.
This entirely depends on what you plan to do while traveling. Whether you will be wild camping, staying in campsites, or heading to stay with hosts, having a dog with you will mean you need to plan a bit more carefully. Some campsites don’t accept dogs, and many travel hosts may also have rules around bringing pets.
This is quite a basic thing to consider, as you will be driving a lot. If your dog tends to get anxious or needs to stop a lot then this may cause some unnecessary stress.
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