Scrolling through social media, you'd think van life is pure freedom. Perfectly staged sunset shots, picturesque mountain backdrops, endless adventure. The reality? It's far messier and more expensive ...

My partner and I live in a van full-time. The adventurous lifestyle has been surprisingly convenient, but it poses challenges ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Joe Sills is a writer and photographer focusing on travel and culture. It’s early autumn in the Eastern Sierras and the aspen ...