Van Life Adventures: Summer Inspo

The temperatures are still rather cold where we live in Boise, Idaho unfortunately. We’re experiencing what we fondly call “Second Winter” after a brief glimpse of spring a few weeks ago, but we can’t help it – we’ve got summer van life adventures on…

Galena Lodge for the Whole Family

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A perfect weekend getaway with unlimited outdoor options! One of our family’s favorite spots to camp and adventure is Galena Lodge, nestled in the beautiful and rugged Sawtooth mountains of southwest Idaho. Galena Lodge sits near the top of Galena Pass, between Sun Valley…

Idaho Hot Springs Hopping

Hot Springs

Ready for some hot springs hopping? Idaho is the place! From hike-in hot springs to luxurious spa-like settings, Idaho has countless hot springs to explore. Before picking your perfect hot springs, here are a few things to consider. Do you enjoy hiking and exploring…

Pros & Cons of Downsizing to a Van

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Thinking about downsizing to a camper van? If you currently travel in a larger RV or towable, maybe you’ve started to wonder why it seems everyone these days has decided to live in a van down by the river.  Van life isn’t anything new……

How to enjoy traveling with friends & family

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Whether traveling as a family, with a romantic partner, or a group of friends, traveling with others can be both fun and challenging! One of our favorite parts of travel at Adventure Life Vans is sharing it with others. Traveling with those we love…

Adventures in McCall, Idaho

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Looking for a weekend getaway near Boise that offers year round outdoor activities? Year-round, McCall, Idaho is a quick and easy day-trip or weekend getaway from Boise. At a higher elevation than Boise (just over 5,000 ft), McCall provides excellent snow in the winter…

The Value that Van Life Creates 

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Wondering about the value van life creates? Ever wondered why someone would pay anywhere from $50,000 to upwards of $300,00 on a camper van conversion?! Well, initially we did too! Like many families, we started our camping adventures with tent camping. This quickly progressed…

Traveling with Kids: Part 2

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Traveling with our kids is important to us. And travel is different than “taking a vacation”. I remember a tour guide once saying to our group “there is a difference between taking a vacation and traveling. You are here because you love to travel!”…

Traveling with Kids: Part 1

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(This article contains Amazon Affiliate links) Traveling with kids has been by far one of the most rewarding, and also at times stressful, experiences. Kids bring a sense of wonder and curiosity, seeing things that are new about places I’ve been hundreds of times….