Van Life | Holiday Gift Guide 2019

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#vanlife has been all the rage on Instagram recently, inspiring adventurers and couples to buy a van, convert it and live in it full-time (or just for road trips). But not everyone has the time or money to build out their own van, so this gift guide is a perfect resource to get a taste for the van life.

	Escape Campervans Weekend Escape Let’s face it. The majority of us don’t own a tricked out campervan, but it doesn’t make the #vanlife any less interesting. That’s where Escape Campervans comes in. They provide some of the most affordable and unique campervan rentals in major cities across all of the US, so you can rent one almost anywhere. Book with Escape Campervans
	Rumpl Original Puffy Blanket Truly the original puffy blanket, a Rumpl blanket is the perfect addition to a campervan. Not only does the blanket provide incredible insulation when compared to other blankets, it’s also made of recycled plastic bottles and is easy to clean, which is a huge plus when on the road. Available on Amazon
	BioLite SolarHome Solar Lighting System If you’re looking to outfit your van or car with lighting that is more flexible, BioLite’s solar lighting system is perfect. It comes with enough lights to illuminate your entire space on nothing but solar energy. It’s also much more affordable than installing a permanent lighting system. Available on Amazon
	Primus Kinjia Dual Burner Stove Lighter, smaller and more compact than most dual burner camp stoves, the Primus Kinjia makes good use of the limited space you might have in a campervan. It looks sleek with a matte black finish and wooden handle and is also easy to clean with a removable grid and drip tray. Available on Amazon
	Stanley Classic Vacuum Bottle A timeless classic, Stanley’s vacuum bottle with a hammertone texture keeps your drinks hot or cold and the top cap doubles as an extra mug. It’s great for on-the-go with a convenient carry handle. Available on Amazon
	Van Life: Your Home on the Road Book Know someone who is interested in van life but is not quite ready to pull the trigger? This beautiful coffee book features stories of people who have pulled the trigger for their campervan journeys. It’s inspiration and makes for a great gift. Available on Amazon
	Kuju Coffee Master Trio When living the van life, you want to focus on the reasons why you’re on the road like experiencing all that mother nature has to share rather than cleaning the coffee grounds out of your sink. Our Master Trio features enamel mugs for two and our Ethically Sourced blends in single-serve pour over format, making brewing and clean up a breeze. Available from Kuju Coffee
	SOG Folding Shovel Instagram makes #vanlife look glamorous, but there’s always a reality. One of those realities is that your vehicle may get stuck in some mud or sand, so every van needs a shovel to help it get out of any sticky situations. This one from SOG is compact and durable. Available on Amazon
	Sunski Olema Recycled Plastic Polarized Sunglasses Driving with the sun in your face is no fun, and anyone living the van life will be on the road a lot. Get them a pair of these Sunski polarized sunglasses that are durable, stylish and made of recycled plastic materials. Available from Amazon
	Teva Ember Moc Comfy camp shoes are not to be underestimated. These Teva Ember Mocs keep your feet warm and can be worn with the heel side down turning them into slippers. They’re a great complement to the Rumpl blanket since both of them feature insulated stitchings. Men: Available on Amazon Women: Available on Amazon
	Leki Sub 1 Folding Chair A compact folding chair is essential for when you pull up on the side of the road for a little R&R outside of your van. Leki’s Sub 1 Folding Chair is one of the most comfortable and compact chairs on the market. Available on Amazon
	Annual National Parks Pass Lastly, a gift of experiences. Get the van lifer a National Parks Pass so that they can visit any national park free of charge. It’s a small price to pay, especially since it can cost upwards of $40 to enter Yosemite National Park. Available from NPS.gov