TY - BOOK AU - Grevemberg,Noami J. TI - Living the vanlife: on the road toward sustainability, community & joy SN - 9781982179618 PY - 2023/// CY - New York PB - Simon Element KW - Grevemberg, Noami J. KW - Van life KW - United States KW - Nomads KW - Sustainable living KW - Travel KW - Travel writing KW - lcgft KW - Illustrated works N1 - How I ended up living in a van --; What is vanlife? --; Pros & cons of vanlife --; Redefining minimalism --; Essential vanlife starter kit --; Travel & camping --; Being safe on the road --; Routine in an unconventional life --; How to make money on the road --; Relationships, intimacy & co-living in a van --; Community & the Diversify Vanlife movement --; Irie to Aurora --; Final thoughts N2 - "In 2016, Noami Grevemberg knew she had to make a big change. Dissatisfied with her office job and her "stationary home," she decided to quit her job, sell her belongings, and set out in her 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon to pursue a life of simplicity and travel with her husband and German Shepherd by her side. In her years living full-time on the road, Noami has become an expert in all things vanlife. Living the Vanlife digs into every aspect of the lifestyle, from getting over uncomfortable feelings of uncertainty to creating a sustainable, thriving life of adventure and a captivating path to choosing whatever it is you truly want for yourself. Through personal stories and actionable advice, Noami candidly and compassionately demonstrates how challenging the status quo means taking bold steps, venturing out of your comfort zone, and living intentionally. As a Trinidadian immigrant, Noami also takes a practical look at life on the road as a BIPOC navigating many intersections and speaks to topics like converting a van to fit your specific needs, budgeting for vanlife, finding employment, staying safe, and building a supportive community on the road." --; "Discover what it's really like to live and work full-time on the road in a camper van from eco-vanlifer and founder of the Diversify Vanlife movement, Noami Grevemberg"-- ER -