We've lived van life for 5 years. Now we have a toddler, a business, and a life that looks nothing like the highlight reel. We are continuing to travel full-time even with a toddler. This is 20 minutes, unfiltered, unpolished, whatever happens happens — and we're doing it every single day for 365 days.This is Day 1.

If you've ever felt like nobody on the internet is showing you what life on the road actually looks like — the chaos, the real conversations, the hard days alongside the good ones — this series is for you.

We're Frankie and Alex. Full-time van lifers turned part-time nomads, figuring out what freedom actually means when real life shows up.

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What's up guys and welcome back to the podcast! We're Frankie and Alex, and on FnA Van Life, we bring you news from the nomadic community and interviews with fellow nomads so you can really know what it's like to live the nomadic life. We've spent many years living in a van and experiencing rv living, and we're excited to share our latest adventures with you. We have noticed Life on the road isnt cheap but then again life isn't cheap anymore. Today we will cover the cost change over time from 2018 till now. We're also about to embark on a 40-day travel trip in Europe. 10 of those days we will be traveling in a Van, and we'll bring you all the details!How to support the channel 📩 Join our newsletter (behind-the-scenes + early access)https://www.fnavanlife.com/

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Van life looks dreamy online—but what’s actually happening behind the scenes is very different. In this episode, we break down the van life news, changes, and trends that aren’t making it into curated feeds or viral reels.From shifting costs and new challenges to the realities full-time van lifers are quietly navigating, this is the stuff you only hear when you’re actually living it. No fear-mongering. No highlight reels. Just an honest look at what’s changing in van life right now—and why it matters if you’re on the road, planning a build, or dreaming about going full-time.If you want real van life updates, not Instagram edits, you’re in the right place.👇 Drop a comment and tell us: what’s the one thing about van life you wish more people talked about?Articles in the podcast:https://www.horrorsociety.com/2026/02/10/van-life-new-horror-feature-from-writer-director-thor-moreno/https://www.voicenewspapers.co.uk/news/plans-being-explored-to-provide-van-lifers-with-a-place-to-park-up-859112https://vanreviewer.co.uk/news/ebay-announces-shortlist-for-its-van-conversion-of-the-year/https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/37326429/stay-warm-no-heating-live-van/How to support the channel Click here https://www.patreon.com/fnavanlifeBe sure to join the fam!https://www.facebook.com/Fnalife/https://www.instagram.com/fnalife/Over on This and That we are all about Van Life, Snowboarding, hiking, and any kind of outdoor adventure. We have Visited over 40 states and snowboarding over 80 mountain Resorts in the last 2 years. Showing the beauty of nature while doing extreme spots to make you want to get out and enjoy it too! Look forward to hearing from you in the comments below. Peace. Frankie @ThatvanguyAlex @ThisVangirlTogether @FnA Life

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Van life gave us the freedom to explore—but now we’re stepping into a new chapter that could take us even farther. In this episode, we share the behind-the-scenes story of how we secured our very first house sit, what the experience actually involves day-to-day, and the honest expectations anyone should have before applying.

We break down the practical steps that made the process smoother—from creating a profile that homeowners trust, to communicating clearly, to setting yourself up for a successful stay. If you’ve ever wondered whether house sitting could be a realistic, affordable way to travel more often—or even full time—this conversation is packed with real-world insight from our first attempt.

This isn’t the end of van life for our family—it’s an evolution. We’re exploring how combining house sitting with our mobile lifestyle could open the door to seeing more countries together while still keeping the freedom we love.

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It’s a new year… and we’re entering 2026 with a completely different mindset.In today’s podcast, we’re sitting down to talk honestly about what we want this year — the goals, the big plans, the things we’re nervous about, and what we’re changing as a family living this wild travel life.Van life (and life in general) looks different now than it did when we started… and 2026 might be our biggest year yet.If you’re going into this new year craving a reset, more freedom, or a fresh start — this one’s for you.💛 Thanks for being part of the FnA Fam.Let us know in the comments: what’s one thing you’re doing differently in 2026?How to support the channel: Click here https://www.patreon.com/fnavanlife📍 Follow along:Instagram: @FnAVanLifeWebsite: fnavanlife.com#vanlife #familytravel #podcast #2026goalsBe sure to join the fam!https://www.facebook.com/Fnavanlife/https://www.instagram.com/fnavanlife/Look forward to hearing from you in the comments below. Peace. Frankie @ThatvanguyAlex @ThisVangirlTogether @FnA Van Life

What's up guys and welcome back to the podcast. My name is Frankie and I'm Alex and together we are FnA Van Life, bringing you news from the nomadic community and interviews with other nomads so you can know what it's really like to live life on the road. We really know what it's like to live the nomad life, having spent several Christmases on the road while enjoying full time travel. This episode discusses our experiences with rv living and full time rv living during the holidays.How to support the channel Click here https://www.patreon.com/fnavanlifeBe sure to join the fam!https://www.facebook.com/Fnavanlife/https://www.instagram.com/fnavanlife/Over on This and That we are all about Van Life, Snowboarding, hiking, and any kind of outdoor adventure. We have Visited over 40 states and snowboarding over 80 mountain Resorts in the last 2 years. Showing the beauty of nature while doing extreme spots to make you want to get out and enjoy it too! Look forward to hearing from you in the comments below. Peace. Frankie @ThatvanguyAlex @ThisVangirlTogether @FnA Van Life

Re-Introduction: Who We Are & How We Got Into Van Life

If you’re new here, hey — we’re Frankie and Alex, and this is FnA Van Life.

We started traveling full-time a few years ago because we wanted more freedom, more time together, and a different way to experience the world than the typical 9-to-5 life.

What started as van life has evolved over the years into trucks, trailers, boats, and whatever setup makes sense for the season we’re in — especially now that we’re traveling with a toddler.

We share the real side of life on the road: the amazing places, the things that break, the stuff you don’t see on Instagram, and how we figure it out as we go.

This channel isn’t about perfection — it’s about adventure, family, and learning as we move.

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We just spent 3 months living in our brand-new truck + trailer build… and it did not go how we expected. 😅 In our first ever video version of the FnA Van Life Podcast (Episode 166), we’re back in Canada, cozy in our “non-schmancy” bedroom studio, unpacking the whole wild season on the road.From a rushed trailer build and a full-circle return to Northwest Nomads with Everly, to chasing bears at a salmon hatchery, going whale watching off Vancouver Island, and realizing we accidentally created a serious condensation + mold problem in our new rig (yep… fun), we’re breaking down what really happened and why we ultimately decided to drive home instead of continuing on to Baja.We also chat about:Pros and cons of truck + trailer vs van life (with a toddler in tow)What we’d do differently on a “shakeout trip”The reality of burnout as full-time travelers + creatorsHow we’re embracing different seasons of life: travel seasons vs home/routine seasonsPotty training on the road, mustard gas in the toilet (don’t do what we did), and Everly’s huge language leapIf you enjoy hanging out with us in this new video format, let us know in the comments, share it with a friend who loves van life, and don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes—whether we’re in a van, a trailer, or parked up at home figuring it all out in real time. 💛Thanks for being here and helping us live this FNA life.How to support the channel Click here https://patreon.com/fnavanlifeBe sure to join the fam!

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