The Van Life Series

Meet Sue & Nigel from NAS_ADVENTURES Sue & Nigel are passionate van-lifers, you’ll hear it and you’ll feel it through the speakers. They met when they both worked for a travel company where Nigel drove the bus and Sue the fire cracker was the tour guide… classic rom-com style they went their separate ways & made their way back to each other many years later… ummmm YES! We love this story. They give the perspective from an empty nester point of view, provide top tips of what they have learnt in the last year and give some cracking advice for anyone thinking they want to branch into the van life lifestyle. Instagram: nas_adventures To keep up to date with new episodes follow us on socials @ Augie Sundays & if you are feeling the love don't forget to subscribe and rate the poddy as it helps other travellers and van lovers find the podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Jaci & Ray from relatable_roamers You are going to love these two! Being together on the road pretty much 24/7 they share their top tips for couples surviving vanlife, how much money you need to take off on your adventure & the top places they have visited so far. They are travelling Aus in a Sprinter 4x4 with Kaiser their huge German Shepherd and have a baby on the way. Insta: relatable_roamers To keep up to date with new episodes follow us on socials @ Augie Sundays & if you are feeling the love don't forget to subscribe and rate the poddy as it helps other travellers and vanlovers find the podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Jimmy & Sarah from The Sandy Van Ever got home from work after a big day and thought.... I want to ditch this 9 to 5 and travel Australia in a van? Well that's exactly how Jimmy & Sarah's journey to van life started. 9 months into their van life story, a super cute engagement story on the road and some top tips on what they have learnt so far. Follow Jimmy & Sarah's van life experience here: Insta: the_sandy_van To keep up to date with new episodes follow us on socials @ Augie Sundays & if you are feeling the love don't forget to subscribe and rate the poddy as it helps other travellers and vanlovers find the podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Jacob from Jacobhestonvibes Ever wanted to just jump in the car with your dog and hit the open road? Well that's exactly what Jacob Heston is all about. As a part-time vanlifer Jacob enjoys the freedom that van-life living gives him and enjoys being able to adventure when it suits his lifestyle. He is a brill photographer, jump over to his page and chuck him a follow. He has a pretty wild story about how van life with his Kombi Archie started. Follow Jacob here: Insta: jacobhestonvibes To keep up to date with new episodes follow us on socials @ Augie Sundays & if you are feeling the love don't forget to subscribe and rate the poddy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Alyce & George from Hire A Kombi. You know when you meet certain people and you just know that they are really good people, really genuine and have the biggest hearts? Well that is exactly these guys! They are a husband wife team with two little one's based in Victoria. Alyce made a phone call to George to buy a Kombi he was selling... this is where the love story began and boy oh boy it is a cute story. With a fleet of Kombi's for hire, the biggest hearts & passion for Kombi life this episode will leave you wanting to get away in one of these, go pack your bags now. Follow Hire A Kombi: Insta: Hireakombi_aus Youtube: Hire A Kombi Website: Hireakombi.com To keep up to date with new episodes follow us on socials @ Augie Sundays & if you are feeling the love don't forget to subscribe and rate the poddy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Don’t perceive it as being this beautiful aesthetic experience, it’s not what you think is on Pinterest. The beautiful moments happen naturally when you are deep in the flow. Get ready to be rough. Let go of a lot of luxuries & certainties. When you look back at all of them, they are part of the adventure" Meet singer songwriter Kim Churchill who is no stranger to van life living, touring the world using his vans as his travelling home. He has had three vans in Australia, four in North America and one in Europe. These portable homes have been built and designed to live, write, record and tour and his current van has an off the grid stage, pretty darn cool. Ever wondered what life is like on the road for a musician, well this episode explores exactly that. Follow us on socials @ Augie Sundays and keep up to date with Kim and check out any shows he has coming up head over to kimchurchill.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"The best thing I've learnt is how much we can live without. I am so aware of the things that I once took for granted, we definitely now live a simple life" Meet Jade & Jake from Salty Van Life. Jade a primary school teacher and Jake an electrician were at a point in their lives that they weren't sure what they wanted to do... but they did know they wanted to travel. They have the cutest love story, it's something you hear about in a rom com movie. Learn from Jade & Jake about their travels around Australia. Follow us on socials @ Augie Sundays and keep up to date with Jade & Jake head over to @saltyvanlife See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Alaena & Antoine from Van Tash Joey. Alaena & Antoine are no strangers to van life. Individually they both adventured Australia a few years ago and instantly became hooked. Back in the UK with some time off work Alaena had a typical 30 year old crisis not knowing what she really wanted to do but when Joey the van was parked up next to them ...it was love at first sight. Follow us on socials @ Augie Sundays and keep up to date with Alaena & Antoine head over to @vantashjoey See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Lisa, a former lawyer turned van-lifer. If you are someone that needs a bit of inspo, this episode is going to get you moving. Lisa is a hustler and has built the life she always dreamt of, which is possible for anyone who really wants it. Lisa has created a six figure salary for herself which has allowed her the freedom to explore van life and use her time to do what she wants, it is inspiring. GIRL BOSS. "Money is a renewable resource, you can make more money....time is not... time is not renewable" Saying yes to every opportunity Lisa recently embarked on a "Real Life Van Life" TV Show. This experience follows three van-lifers in two vans over 6 weeks across America capturing everything, it sounds extreme and we are thrilled to hear a sneak-peak about it in this episode. Follow us on socials @ Augie Sundays and keep up to date with Lisa head over to @lisamjacobsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wondered what it is like to be a 24 year old female doing solo van life? GOALS. Chelsea always knew that society's "norm" was not for her but like many of us had excuses and pretend boxes to tick before the leap could be taken.... Do I need a partner first? An established business? More money? Before leaving on this adventure Chelsea was a self-titled work-a-holic who would work every single waking minute of the day...I am sure many of us can relate. Chelsea has a zest for life that is contagious, you are going to love this episode if you are someone that needs a little push. If you are thinking about full-time or part-time van /bus life learn from people who are already doing it. You will get the top tips on what to do, what to not do and hear some funny stories along the way. Follow us on socials @ Augie Sundays and keep up to date with Chelsea over at @journeys_by_chelseaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fed up with the boring 9 to 5 grind? Meet Camille & Jamie! An electrician and travel agent who felt like they were living to work and were craving balance in their lives. Whilst on their honeymoon on a remote island they started daydreaming about what a life with more freedom could look like... 6 months later they made the leap. This adventure started as a lap around Australia for a year... they are now four years in. If you are thinking about full-time or part-time van /bus life learn from people who are already doing it. You will get the top tips on what to do, what to not do and hear some funny stories along the way. Follow us on socials @ Augie Sundays and keep up to date with Jamie & Camille over at @all.about.adventureSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wanted to ditch your job and escape to a deserted island? Well, that is exactly what Matt & Ash from Seeka Bus are doing. WHAAAAT, NO WAY?! Sick of the corporate world and wanting to see Australia they decided to pack up all their belongings build out a bus and convert to bus life living. If you are thinking about full-time or part-time van /bus life learn from people who are already doing it. You will get the top tips on what to do, what to not do and hear some funny stories along the way. Follow us on socials @ Augie Sundays and keep up to date with Matt & Ash over at @Seeka_bus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"We both got to a point that we were searching for something more and we were ready for a new adventure ...van life was the perfect fit for us" Meet Chelsea & Dan who are Living.Simple_Van on Instagram. This Aussie couple decided to give van life a crack when they met and realised they both had the same love for giving this lifestyle a go. They are embracing the time they now have to be creative, come up with new business idea's and try different things. They are total gems and we think you will love their story. In the podcast: Dan & Chelsea story The process of converting to full-time van life The planning process Travelling in a small space with your partner Biggest lessons learnt on the road Cost of the van and renovations How to make an income on the road Best place travelled to so far Advice on vanlife Check them out at Living.Simple_Van on Instagram Follow us on Instagram and Facebook : Augie SundaysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Just go for it.. write down a pro's and con's list, go onto Youtube and watch people's video's of their experiences - take in all the information. Have the knowledge in your head and move forward." Meet Natasha who is Tash Of All Trades on Instagram. Tash is a Californian native, single mum who decided in the middle of a pandemic to move full-time into van life. MUM GOALS! Tash has such a positive outlook on life and as a single mum who co-parents had a lot of things to consider before diving into van life. There were naysayers and people with different opinions but Tash took the leap, faced a fear and discovered travelling on the road with her 6 year old daughter in their little "club house" has brought them closer together. In the podcast: Tash of All Trades story Why van life? Planning Van Life Events Travelling with a 6 year old daughter Biggest lesson on the road Travelling solo Van build cost Income on the road Best person met on the road Advice Check out Natasha's adventures on Instagram @tashofalltrades Follow us on Instagram and Facebook : Augie SundaysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"If you are thinking about it.. just bite the bullet and do it. Don’t listen to others people’s feedback, everyone in life is on their own journey. I don't want to look back and think when I was only 26 I could have done a sweet adventure around the country but instead...we bought a house! It is knowing what is going to make you the happiest and for us it was having this adventure and experience. I It might be different for you" Meet Jack and Tracey who are Its Life Lets Live on Instagram. Jack & Tracey and absolute legends!! You will feel the positive energy and vibe that radiates off these two when you listen to this episode. A chance meeting overseas, a long distance relationship and the cutest love story...seriously it's what those romantic comedies are based off. Jack was working as a full-time radio announcer in a job that he loved when he like many others was made redundant due to COVID. Making the most of the situation they decided this was the time to do something a little wild ... such as buy a yellow banana looking bus (their words not mine, I love the banana bus) and travel Australia. In the podcast: Jack & Tracey's story How much planning did you put into deciding to travel in a van/bus… what made you want to do this? What was it like being made redundant? Biggest thing you have learnt so far on the road? Hardest thing about van life so far? What is it like spending so much time together in such a small space? Where have you travelled so far and your fav spot you have been to? Where to next? How much did you spend on your van/bus? How are you going to make an income on the road or did you save and will travel until it runs out? Who is the best person you have met on the road so far? What is your advice to anyone thinking about converting to van life? Check out Jack and Tracey's adventures here: @itslifeletslive Follow us on Instagram & FB @AugieSundaysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"If you are thinking about giving this a go our advice would be to not think about it for years and don't think it's not possible because it is. Make the decision, make the step forward and just do it. Don't think about it too much, JUST DO IT" Meet Anna and Jacqueline who are colourful mapless_ on Instagram. Anna & Jacqueline sold all their belongings, quit their jobs and had been planning their Australia trip for a year.... they landed in Sydney two hours before the COVID lockdown. In the podcast: A bit about their story Why did you decide on Van Life? What made you want to switch to this simple way of living? Did anything push you to make the change? How long have you been doing this? Where have you been so far in the van and your fav place in Australia? What is it like travelling in a foreign country with a different language and different rules? Tell us about your van – how much did you buy it for/ how many renovations did you do and how long did it take? What is it like spending so much time in a small space together? Who is the best person you have met on the road so far? What is your favourite thing about van life? What were your jobs before you did this and what do you do to earn an income now? What advice would you give to someone thinking about giving this a go? Check out Anna & Jacqueline's adventures here: @colourmapless_ Follow up on Instagram @AugieSundaysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I left home in a hurry after waking up one morning and feeling an overwhelming urge to be on the road. I literally only had $500 in my account, I had no job lined up and no real plan. I just knew so deeply this was my path and trusted that everything would unfold as it should... and it has. Meet Ash from Ash Wanders on Instagram. I came across Ash on Instagram and she has a really calming, positive and kind vibe. Ash is travelling solo across Australia and took a big jump into van life with $500 in her bank account, no job lined up and no real plan. Ash is on a great adventure and we cannot wait for you to hear this episode! In the podcast: Ash story How much planning did you put into deciding to travel in a van/ what made you want to do this? Are you travelling solo? If yes, is that hard? Biggest thing you have learnt so far on the road? Do you think you are happier living this lifestyle? Why? Where have you travelled so far and your fav spot you have been to? How much did you spend on your van? How do you make an income on the road/ what were you doing before van life? Who is the best person you have met on the road so far? What is your advice to anyone thinking about converting to van life? Check out Ash's adventures here: @_ashwanders Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @AugieSundays. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Age doesn't matter when you're on the road. You meet people much older and much younger but you all have the common interest of living the simple life" Meet Claire & Luke from Van Life Straya. Ever wondered what it would be like to literally give away and sell everything you own, ditch the country you've been living in for nearly a decade and switch to van life? Well.... Claire & Luke can tell you all about it. They are a VIBE, have a listen to their episode here. In the podcast: The story Tell us about how you sold everything and left Dubai after 10 years to travel? Why did you decide on Van Life? What made you want to switch to this simple way of living? Did anything push you to make the change? How long have you been doing this? Where have you been so far in the van and your fav place in Australia you have stayed? What’s the plan for next? What is it like spending so much time in a small space together? Any tips on this for other couples? Do you think doing this has made your relationship stronger? How much did you spend on the van and renovations? What is your advice on this? How do you make an income on the road? Tell us about your side hustles. Is it expensive to live on the road? What advice would you give to someone thinking about giving this a go? Check out Claire and Luke's adventures here: @vanlifestraya Follow us on Instagram & FB - @AugieSundaysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"It really changed our vision of life, just imagine you are travelling in your house on wheels, you can choose your daily view everyday, you get to be close to nature, you wake up with the sun. Van life is about freedom... after you take a bite of it you cannot stop" Meet Mele and Max from Elliot Jones The Van. Mele & Max are from France and arrived in Australia two years ago to start their van life adventure. They self-built their van in the Bunnings carpark (until they got kicked out).... seriously, they were working on the van during the day then piling everything inside and sleeping in the Bunnings carpark at night. That is DEDICATION. They are total gems and absolute sweet-hearts and we can't wait for you to hear their story. In the podcast: A bit about their story Where is the best place you have travelled to in the van so far in Australia? Do you have a plan of where you are going? Best bit of Australian language you have picked up? Anything weird? What is it like living in such a small space and being together all the time? How much did you spend on the van and renovations? How are you making an income on the road? Best person you have met on the road so far? Why? What is your advice to anyone thinking about converting to van life or thinking about this kind of lifestyle? Check out Mele & Max's Adventures here: @elliotjonesthevan Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @ Augie SundaysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Get out there and experience it, just try it. Test it out and see if it's for you" Meet Kate from "We Roll With It" THIS IS ONE BADASS VAN, seriously this thing is like a tonka truck and I am girl crushin' over this adventure machine. Kate is an Aussie living abroad in the US, she has a super interesting story of transitioning from the fashion industry to now running a creative agency from the road. In the podcast: Why did you decide on Van Life? What made you want to switch to this simple way of living? Did you have any set backs / how much preparing did you have to do? Tell us about your 4WD van? Best addition to the van van? Hardest thing about living this lifestyle, what is something you miss? What is it like travelling with dogs? Is it hard? Do you think you are now living a happier life? Why? What is your advice to anyone thinking about converting to this lifestyle? Check out Kate's adventures here: @werollwithit Follow us on Instagram & Facebook @ AUGIE SUNDAYSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Money is replaceable you can make it back, but time and experiences you've got to gobble those up and take them when you can. Living the simpler life for us has given us a happier life, we are fulfilled - we have everything we need" Meet Karstan, Max and their 11 month old baby girl Zuri You may recognise this couple as Karstan and Max were previously on the TV show The Block. They have a zest for life and are an adventure seeking family currently travelling in a kombi in outback Queensland, Australia. They bought their first Kombi in 2009, did a lap around Australia and were absolutely hooked. True to their word that becoming parents wouldn't change a thing, they are still on the road living their best lives. They are total sweet-hearts, fam goals and I know you will fall in love with their story. In the podcast: Karstan & Maxine's story How old is your bub/ when did you first start taking her on trips and what is it like travelling with a baby? What essential baby items do you suggest people get if they are thinking about travelling with a baby? Where do you camp? Do you used paid or free sites? Where is the best place you have travelled to in the van so far? What is it like travelling with a dog? Any tips for people thinking about travelling with an animal? Hardest thing about van life? Best person you have met on the road? Do you think you are now living a happier life when living more simply? Why? What is your advice to anyone thinking about converting to van life or thinking about this kind of lifestyle? "We have less stuff, less things to worry about, more time to focus on what really matters, more time with our little one, plus get to experience getting out and just seeing our beautiful bloody country. Australia is amazing and we can't stress enough just how important it is to get outside and see your own country" Check out Karstan, Maxine & Zuri's adventures here: @karstanandmaxine Follow us on Instagram & Facebook @Augie SundaysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"I am definitely happier living this lifestyle, van life has given us the space and energy to live more intentionally, we've gained the tools and ability to focus on what matters most to us" Meet Dustin & Noami from Irietoaurora & Diversify.Vanlife These two are doing some incredible things for the Van Life community and share brilliant content. Dustin and Noami are digital nomads, eco warriors and have been travelling on the road for nearly five years with their dog. They were working a 9 to 5 in New Orleans and decided it was time to take off and explore the national parks. They gave themselves six months and here they are five years later. Noami created Diversify Vanlife in 2019 in response to the lack of representation of black, indigenous, asian, latin, or other people of colours within the nomadic community as well as other marginalised individuals in the road travel community. It has grown into a supportive community and movement of BIPOC, LGBTQIA, disabled and previously unheard voices taking up space and shifting the narrative. In the podcast: Noami & Dustin's Van Life story Are you are happier living this simpler life? How much did your van cost and what is your favourite addition to the van? What is it like living in each other’s pockets and spending 24/7 together? Tell us a little bit about the Diversify Van Life? What is the biggest thing you have learnt so far with your experience on the road? "Sharing this unconventional lifestyle has strengthened out relationship more than I thought possible" Check out Noami & Dustins Adventures: @irietoaurora + @diversify.vanlife Editorial: If you would like to share this story please ensure you tag in @irietoaurora + @AugieSundays. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Nothing feels like a chore in the way that it used to, getting up in the morning isn’t so hard because I know that maybe I have work to do but my day is not all about work I am not going to spend the bulk of my day at work away from my dogs and my best friend" Meet Bree! Bree is 26, non binary from Colorado, USA. Bree, Guilly and the two doggos Zeus and Apollo have just started living on the road. Bree graduated college was working in they field, had a cool apartment and a good community of friends but knew that there was something more. With an apartment lease coming to an end Bree knew they needed to do something big and needed something to change. Something I am sure most people can relate to is working so much that you are so tired so when you get time off, you are too exhausted to actually do the things you want to do. "I can definitely say I am happier, I am in love with this new life.The most important things, which we have found rapidly are not really things they are just there.It’s a huge jump, it’s a lifestyle change, its not only that it’s a departure from this norm that we as a collective are conditioned to believe is the way to go, the right way. That change feels big and scary and sometimes you just need one more vote to tell you to do it" In the podcast: Bree's story The why? How do you make an income on the road? What’s the plan? The cost of van renovations and time What is it like travelling with your two dogs? Who is one other person in the van life community who inspires you and that we should follow and check out? Follow Bree's adventure on Instagram @doesthiscountasvanlife Follow us at @AugieSundaysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“We initially didn't think that this would be our life. We started travelling on the road in 2008 when our child was 1, we now have 3 of them". Meet family of 5... Dan, Marlene & their three children This is FAMILY GOALS, wait until you hear Dan & Marlene's story. Dan and Marlene were parents of a their first child a newborn when they first hit the road beginning with little getaways. Fast forward 12 years... plus a couple more children and they are living full-time on the road. 2008 was pre-Instagram... so how on earth did they work out where to go? Ever wondered how to home-school kids from the road? How to make a residual income on the road and how to feed a family of 5 with a small kitchen space? Check out their Instagram @Mali.Mish and follow us at @AugieSundaysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“I lost my housing overnight suddenly and was getting denied for a new places. I finally gave up trying to rent somewhere and thought if I am finally going to do it this will be the time” Meet Isaac & Julie. After being stuck with no housing options Isaac took all his money out of savings bought a van and built it out in two weekends. While on the road he met Julie in a hot springs, she literally jumped in his tub and the love story blossomed. These two don't just live in a van they live in a BUS, whaaaat. As well as travelling around and adventuring, Isaac who is a musician recorded an entire record on the bus for the van life community. In the podcast: Julie & Isaac's story and why they decided on Van Life/Bus Life How long do renovations take and the cost Isaac records a record on the bus called Skooliana Sessions EP How to make an income on the road Are you happier now then when you were working a 9 to 5 What is the hardest thing about this lifestyle Advice to anyone thinking about converting to van life/bus life/ living on the road Check out Isaac & Julie's adventures: @skooliana Follow us on Instagram @AugieSundaysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"You can actually live a life that is different from what society expects you to do. When working as an employee you are making your bosses dream become a reality, not your own. We have realized we can actually turn what we love into our career!" Meet Tia, Jordy their dog Stella. Tia & Jordy met couch surfing, you heard right Tia literally landed on Jordy's doorstep and the love story began. The saying "age is just a number" rings true for these guys with an eleven year age gap. Ever thought about travelling with a pooch? Well the Captain of this van is Stella the Pomeranian x Poodle. They give you the tips for what you need to do when you need a dog sitter on the road. They are the sweetest couple with a love of van life and will inspire you to stop making excuses, live with less, enjoy being a little uncomfortable and learn on the way. "Having no plan at all it is the best plan for us as this is where the magic happens" Follow us on Instagram @AugieSundays @75VibesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"It’s amazing to take charge of your own life, when I was working 9 to 5 I would fantasize around what I am doing now" When she left for van life she had two pay checks to her name, 2 PAY CHECKS. Stop pining over people on Instagram living your dream and do it. Follow us on Instagram @AugieSundays @EmmagoesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Go to college, get your career, retire, die" Meet Madelyn + Caleb from Patchwork Canteen, they join Augie Sundays from Texas.They had gone to university, working 12 hour shifts and doing jobs that didn't bring them any happiness. They knew there was something more for them out there. These two are absolute sweet-hearts and you will fall in love with them like we did. If you are considering the Van Life, you will be making plans after listening to this. Their Instagram posts are what fairy tales look like. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever thought about giving up the 9 to 5? About packing up your life and traveling the world in a van? The Van Life Series speaks to people who are challenging the “norm” and living their best life. Each week we will feature a new guest on the road who will inspire you to take that leap.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.