A few weeks ago, as part of the Gabby Petito/Brian Laundrie news coverage, I was introduced to the term “vanlife,” which is typically preceded by a hashtag. I’ve spent the past two weeks diving down the #vanlife rabbit hole. Here is what I’ve learned. “Vanlife” is a lifestyle consisting of people who choose to live either part-time or fulltime in converted vans. Although each person has his or her own reasons for joining the #vanlife movement, most of these people do so by choice and enjoy road trips, travelling, nature, and seeing the country. For most members of the movement… (read more)