Are you bored with living in the city, going to work, and never seeing anything outside of your house or office? Do you feel like the walls are closing in on you? Do you finally want to say “goodbye” to the city streets and “hello” to the open road? This is a fantastic book! It is thorough and informative without overwhelming you with too much information all at once. The chapters dive into detail, exploring the ins and outs of the various options for van life. It also has these really nice personal touches with advice from people who are living in or have lived in a van, which gives the book an overall genuine and friendly tone. It was very charming and informative, definitely a must-read for anyone preparing for life on the road! ~Hannah If you or someone on your holiday gift list answers yes to all of these questions, this practical guide helps you understand what van life really involves and shows you how to prepare for it with confidence. Van life is a lifestyle associated with freedom. With four wheels on the road at all times, you can go anywhere and do anything. No more stuffy conference rooms. No more waiting. And in many cases, no idea what to do next! In her debut publication, Kristine Hudson guides her audience from the wishful thinking stages through the various levels of preparation required to put the key in the ignition and leave your “stationary home” behind. Here are just a few of the things that “Every Van Lifer Needs to Know”: ✓ Whether van life is right for you- a look into balancing the reality with the dream ✓ Creating an environment of health and wellness, no matter where you go ✓ How to choose your new home… and how to make it your new haven on wheels ✓ What you’ll need to prepare for life on the road ✓ How to plan your new lifestyle and secrets to transitioning to road life ✓ Storage solutions to maximize your space ✓ Planning a budget ...and much, much more! Take a second to imagine how badly you want to hit the road… Then think of how ready you feel! Everywhere on social media, you see breathtaking pictures of people who have launched themselves into van living with complete success. They seem to live the ultimate lives of freedom, rebellion, and careless, peaceful existence. It’s so tempting to join them, but this book helps readers get prepared before they hit the road. No matter how deeply you wish to delve into the #vanlife lifestyle , author Kristine Hudson has tips that will help you become more prepared and confident about your plans. I really enjoyed this interesting and informative little book. It is well-written and comprehensive, even though short. I have no intention of ever van dwelling or even camping. I’m fascinated by the lifestyle and enjoy books on the topic. Well done! ~ Duckworth Perfect as a stocking stuffer for all of the free-roaming folks on your holiday giving list, give the gift of adventure by clicking the “BUY NOW” button on this page! How to Live the Dream: Things Every Van Lifer Needs To Know by Kristine Hudson takes readers on a fascinating trip that will enable them to get rid of their boring lifestyles and wake up wherever they want. The author explores what it takes to hack a nomadic lifestyle in the 21st century with road tips, tricks, and details from American van dwellers. The book is a good manual for readers who dream of living in a van and getting rid of the routines that have come to rule their life. How to Live the Dream looks at all aspects of being a Van Lifer in a detailed and interesting way and gives good suggestions to readers on how to plan, and about the practicalities, legalities, and realities that await them. Living in a van is demanding and challenging and though it gives a new level of freedom and excitement, there has to be a certain amount of preparation and planning so that good care can be taken when it comes to deciding on the van. The author speaks about the topic from all angles, extensively, methodically, and expansively, helping readers to start budgeting to make their dreams of becoming a Van Lifer come true. Kristine Hudson's approach to the subject is simple, neat, and honest and that makes it easy for readers to connect with her words, especially those who want to experience Van Life. She also gives links to online blogs, websites, and reference materials that will help with the process of converting to Van Life. ~Reviewed by Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite ★★★★★ The one book that everyone thinking about living on the road in a van needs to read! If you are thinking about becoming a van lifer or are new to the van lifer lifestyle, this book is a must-read for you. Living life on the road as a van life can be a wonderful way to live one's life, but it can turn into a living nightmare for the unprepared and/or for those who don't prepare. Often, more often than not in fact, what someone considering becoming a van lifer wants isn't the same as what they need. In fact, more often than not, having ev