Living the Nomadic Life: Best Car for the Road (Addendum)

I’ve been writing the following ‘Living the Nomadic Life’ series, but wanted to follow up with post 2, Best Car for the Road.

  1. Just Leave
  2. The Best Car for the Road
  3. What to Pack
  4. Where to Visit
  5. Tips and Tidbits

In the original Best Car for the Road post, I mentioned my friend Prairie and her van.  At the time of the post I didn’t have any pics of her van, so thought I would simply create this additional post as an addendum.

In my opinion, Prairie’s set up is a type of Dream Vehicle for the road.  It might not be as great on gas as a small car, but it definitely is more comfortable and provides some privacy.

The mini-van provides plenty of space, yet isn’t a huge beast. Prairie had it arranged so all her belongings were organized in stacks, creating a true home atmosphere.

The other side of the car, from the packed point of view.

Her bed was at the very back creating an open “room” where she could move around.

Another view of the inside.  Yep, her vehicle definitely looks a lot moe cozy than my Honda civic set-up. =)

What about you readers?  Have you done a long trip where you lived in your vehicle? If so, what do you suggest?

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  • Chas

    HAHAHA.... I love this girl, have known her all of my life and think she is truly one of the most creative, fun people I know... Love Ya Prairie
     Chas & Fam ;)

  • Jentry

    I've got to put a long term driving tour on my list of to-do's. That look so fun and ridiculous at the same time

  • It is so fun... yet so ridiculous. You should definitely do it!
    Thanks for stopping by and reading, Jentry.
    I hope you are well!
    Rachel

  • Interesting! that looks remarkably like the van I had in New Zealand (only it was a Toyota version). I found we got pretty good mileage considering it's size and had loads of room for storage. Ours had a custom interior (it was a rental campervan) but still worked amazingly well.
    I know this is what I'll be planning for once I can justify the expense.....

  • Neal,
    Yeah, it seems to be such an ideal setup. My little Honda worked well, but was quite squishy. When I had a friend join me in North Carolina it was definitely TIGHT in the Honda with two people and all of our gear!

    My next road trip will definitely be in a similar setup.
    Thanks for the comment, Neal.
    Cheers.
    Rachel

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