She Built Dream Camper Van in 15 Days: A DIY Story

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  • Опубліковано 25 гру 2023
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    Her Instagram - / jennie_in_a_van
    Her Facebook - / harriettehappycamper
    Her UA-cam - / @traveljennie
    Her Website - hikebikealike.com
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    VIDEO DESCRIPTION:
    Welcome to Jennie's travel-inspired van tour!
    🚐✨ Join Jennie as she walks us through her custom-built home on wheels, meticulously designed with her love for travel and functionality in mind. From innovative storage solutions to a cozy sleeping nook, this van is a testament to Jennie's creativity and resourcefulness. Let's dive into the details of how she transformed a simple van into a delightful tiny home ready for adventure!
    🔒 Innovative Storage Solutions: Discover how Jennie utilized metal lockers from Ikea to create a unique storage system that's both functional and aesthetic. These lockers serve as the perfect place to store essentials and display her collection of travel magnets, showcasing her journeys and adventures.
    🔌 Simplified Power System: Learn about Jennie's decision to use portable power banks for her energy needs. With an 1100 watt B RV and additional solar power options, she keeps her van and gadgets powered up without the complexity of a full power system, making her travels smoother and more efficient.
    🌍 A Life Fueled by Travel: Jennie shares her rich background, from growing up in London to living in Japan and eventually embracing van life full-time. Her journey into travel writing and digital media has taken her across the globe, and now she's channeling her passion into creating a home that travels with her.
    🛏️ Customized Living Space: Peek into Jennie's living quarters, where every inch is thoughtfully utilized. The centerpiece is an Ikea couch bed that doubles as her bed, designed to fit the van's dimensions perfectly. This area is not just a sleeping space but a personal tribute to her favorite band, The Beatles, adorned with memorabilia and decorations that reflect her love for music.
    🌲 Advocacy on Wheels: Jennie isn't just living the van life; she's using her mobility to make a difference. Her company, Hike Bike Alike, focuses on making outdoor adventures accessible to disabled veterans, trauma survivors, and individuals requiring mobility assistance. Through her travels, she's committed to bridging the gap between adventure companies and those who wish to explore nature as a form of healing.
    🛠️ DIY Spirit: With a total build cost around $8,000, Jennie proves that with some ingenuity and careful planning, creating a personalized tiny home on wheels is attainable. Her story is an inspiration for first-time builders and seasoned travelers alike, showing that a vision can come to life with determination and a bit of creativity.
    🎶 Beatles and Beyond: The van is a rolling tribute to her lifelong love for The Beatles, with each corner filled with music-inspired decor. It's a space that not only serves as her home but also as a conversation starter, reflecting her journey and the universal language of music.
    Thank you for taking a tour of Jennie's beloved van! If you're inspired by her story and want to keep up with her adventures, follow her on Instagram, and subscribe to her UA-cam channel at Travel with Jenny, and explore her website. Join Jennie as she continues to explore the world, one road at a time. Safe travels and happy adventures! 🌟🚐🌏
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  • @segundacuenta726
    @segundacuenta726 7 місяців тому +19

    Some very cool ideas. Everyone adds something different be it with their builds or with their life story. Cheers

  • @marieneu264
    @marieneu264 7 місяців тому +7

    She reminds me of the beautiful Phoebe from FRIENDS!

  • @tweak991
    @tweak991 7 місяців тому +11

    This is one of the most practical builds I have seen. Does exactly what is needed for a sensible cost and time to build. Also, a great cause to support.
    I'll never understand van builds that cost more than just simply buying a Class B or other camper/RV what has ALL the amenities (if you're spending 40-50k plus the cost of the vehichle and still don't have a shower/toilet or running water you're doing it wrong, lol).

  • @jesseandpiper
    @jesseandpiper 7 місяців тому +9

    Jennie, thanks for the work you do for disabled veterans. I got a state parks pass for TX and a National Parks pass for free as a disabled vet.

  • @Alan-cw8vy
    @Alan-cw8vy 7 місяців тому +10

    I am a disabled vet and I am just getting ready to hit the road. Starting off with a mini van until I decide what bigger vehicle to get. Choice between comfort or Freedom, I choose Freedom. Beatles were a big part of my life.

  • @suezaple4950
    @suezaple4950 5 місяців тому +2

    What a cute design using a Beatles theme very cool, nice layout , Nice that you are working to help the disabled , The veterans and so on so that they can also enjoy nature You have designed a very comfortable home on wheels for yourself i love everything about it.

  • @livingauthenticallyonmyownterm
    @livingauthenticallyonmyownterm 7 місяців тому +5

    What great energy! Her van is so cozy and the Beatles are still hot all these years later. ❤

  • @meridethhendry5733
    @meridethhendry5733 7 місяців тому +8

    What a sweetheart! Love her home and her energy.

  • @TheMonsterx2000
    @TheMonsterx2000 3 місяці тому +1

    That van ROCKS!!! You are a talented, driven, stunning woman. Kind of like a beautiful dragonfly perched on the back of a brontosaurus. The Beatles theme is cute, I don't know much about them..

  • @coloringjenn1975
    @coloringjenn1975 7 місяців тому +7

    She's fantastic, her attitude is great, love her build, I love the simplicity and functionality of it, great job Jenna, great video @tinyhometours ❤❤❤❤

  • @margaretgosnell8281
    @margaretgosnell8281 7 місяців тому +3

    Love your van and how you decorated. I also love the beatles since I first heard them at the age of 13 . At 73, I still do. Thanks for the video.

  • @marieneu264
    @marieneu264 7 місяців тому +3

    Her accent is so unique and beautiful, just like her van build!

  • @user-uq8gb5uf3o
    @user-uq8gb5uf3o 7 місяців тому +3

    Love this little Vanhome..so creatively decorated... 🌼👠👛

  • @navyvet7138
    @navyvet7138 7 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for all you do for Veterans. we appreciate it. BTW the best time for Texas Will always be Fall and Spring time.

  • @darrincambridge2377
    @darrincambridge2377 7 місяців тому +4

    Awesome Jennie! Proof that life can/should be fun ☺

  • @susandhays1640
    @susandhays1640 7 місяців тому +2

    ❤ I'm glad you're happy with your van... Too much clutter it clutters the brain when you get too much good luck..

  • @graceweber2822
    @graceweber2822 7 місяців тому +1

    The shirt caught my attention. I'm a Beatles fan myself.

  • @gary6463
    @gary6463 7 місяців тому +4

    Very cool idea. Happy Tuesday vibes to you 😀

  • @bunnobear
    @bunnobear 7 місяців тому +1

    What a beautiful soul, loved it, I am a magnet collector too ❤

  • @anthonyvisor8880
    @anthonyvisor8880 7 місяців тому +2

    She is awesome! Great van build

  • @sandrasandoval8111
    @sandrasandoval8111 7 місяців тому +1

    I absolutely love your van. Build. I am a die-hard Beatles Fan as well. Your journey is so exciting and interesting. Contine to grow and love your life as you continue to venture on. Take care and safe travels...😊❤✌️

  • @user-uq8gb5uf3o
    @user-uq8gb5uf3o 7 місяців тому +2

    She makes Van living fun😁✌️

  • @rochellevincentevonk
    @rochellevincentevonk 6 місяців тому +1

    Love it what a great build ...

  • @georgehouse4747
    @georgehouse4747 7 місяців тому +2

    Jenny has an Awesome place and personality ❤

    • @TinyHomeTours
      @TinyHomeTours  7 місяців тому +1

      Agreed! So grateful she took the time to share her home and story with us. 💖

  • @joanneganon7157
    @joanneganon7157 7 місяців тому +1

    Jenny,you have a time piece inside your Van🎉.
    Excellent choice in decor!
    It seems like you have a full life teaching and writing and exploring!
    Kuddos to you!
    Happy New Year 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
    JO JO IN VT 💞🌟

  • @tamekadavis9051
    @tamekadavis9051 7 місяців тому +4

    Good morning and happy Tuesday enjoying the live stream

    • @TinyHomeTours
      @TinyHomeTours  7 місяців тому

      Happy Tuesday! Glad you're here. 😊

  • @dirkdangler1776
    @dirkdangler1776 7 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for supporting us Disabled Vets!

  • @aa-kh9ex
    @aa-kh9ex 7 місяців тому +1

    Brilliant.

  • @anthonysandqvist-jv2ue
    @anthonysandqvist-jv2ue 7 місяців тому +2

    Good on you doing what you love doing 🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @evaa-w5399
    @evaa-w5399 7 місяців тому +1

    Gorgeous van

  • @lizsanabria5541
    @lizsanabria5541 7 місяців тому +1

    First time at your channel Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your son safe and blessed travels

  • @tammycruz8189
    @tammycruz8189 7 місяців тому +1

    I love the Beatles n your van awesome

  • @roger3786
    @roger3786 7 місяців тому +1

    ... I've had two of these Vans and with some good off road tires , it's very capable - never a problem with either one , good choice ... safe travels ...

    • @TravelJennie
      @TravelJennie 7 місяців тому +1

      I switched out the tires to BF Goodrich KO2 tires and American Racing wheels, and it’s definitely a game changer

  • @104jewels.
    @104jewels. 7 місяців тому +1

    Love😍👏🏽✨

  • @laurademaree1240
    @laurademaree1240 7 місяців тому +1

    Should head to Abbey Road on the River in the summer. That’s a good time for a Beatles fan.

  • @maryfolks9368
    @maryfolks9368 7 місяців тому +1

    Nice video 😊

  • @Jonteponte71
    @Jonteponte71 7 місяців тому +1

    I'm not even a native english speaker but even I heard that there is a hint of british english in there in like 30 seconds :)

  • @bohoxplorer840
    @bohoxplorer840 7 місяців тому +1

    How cute, I’m more of a minimalist..but I do appreciate your style Stella jib❣️

  • @Zeldagirl64
    @Zeldagirl64 7 місяців тому +1

    Nice❤

  • @DiasFrugalLife
    @DiasFrugalLife 7 місяців тому +1

    Excellent ❤ 🚐 😊

  • @PeteLogan101
    @PeteLogan101 7 місяців тому +8

    I can still hear Jennie's English accent...

  • @guruofficial2
    @guruofficial2 7 місяців тому +1

    Merry Christmas 25 December 2023 Ms. Jenny. 🎉 Best regards from Indonesia of the South East Asia

  • @frankmetz867
    @frankmetz867 7 місяців тому +1

    Try Rails to Trails to find great trails for biking or hiking

    • @TinyHomeTours
      @TinyHomeTours  7 місяців тому

      Awesome tip, haven't heard of that one. Thanks for sharing!

  • @davep6977
    @davep6977 5 місяців тому +1

    No wonder why you can do so many different things. Your good at juggling LOL

  • @darklittlepeople
    @darklittlepeople 6 місяців тому

    if your cabinets were magnetized they would stick to other metals. it's the magnets that are magnetized, they stick to metal. your metal cabinet is probably just metal. unless they coated it with magnetic paint, or something, in which case your ordinary metal spoon would stick to it.

  • @stek2190
    @stek2190 7 місяців тому +1

    I take it your a beatles fan😂👊I live 15 minutes from John's lennons house Liverpool

    • @TravelJennie
      @TravelJennie 7 місяців тому +1

      That’s awesome. I went there when I did the Magical Mystery Tour in 2019

    • @stek2190
      @stek2190 7 місяців тому +1

      @TravelJennie next time ya over get a free one 😂👊

  • @nmartin5551
    @nmartin5551 7 місяців тому +1

    My video will be “She built a camper van in 6 years.” I’ll be impressive in the other direction!!

    • @TinyHomeTours
      @TinyHomeTours  7 місяців тому

      😅 So relatable! Always way more time and money than you expect these things to take.

  • @DIZEMANPHOTO
    @DIZEMANPHOTO 7 місяців тому +1

    Jennie, I always wonder how the new push by the National Park Service, US Forest Service restrictions and fines for posting photos and videos taken on Government Lands then posted on monetized websites/social media platforms has affected your channels... are you having to pay for PERMITS or FINES if you don't?

    • @TravelJennie
      @TravelJennie 7 місяців тому +1

      No, my channel isn’t monetized. When I cross that threshold, permits will be required. I actually worked for several years getting logistical info for journalists and influencers to help facilitate the permit and permission requirements so I know that world pretty well. I’m still a “microinfluencer” 😁

  • @rogertemple7193
    @rogertemple7193 7 місяців тому +5

    I really enjoyed seeing her build her
    DIY camper van and in 15 days it
    was really nice to see this and as always this was another great home
    on wheels Thank You.🇺🇲🚐🚐🇬🇧

    • @TinyHomeTours
      @TinyHomeTours  7 місяців тому +3

      Glad you enjoyed it, and so glad Jennie took the time to share her home with us. 😊

  • @LogisticsP.R.-ut9du
    @LogisticsP.R.-ut9du 7 місяців тому +3

    what type of van is this?

    • @TravelJennie
      @TravelJennie 7 місяців тому +2

      It’s a 2018 Nissan NV2500 V6 4.0L RWD

  • @bencuraza6503
    @bencuraza6503 5 місяців тому +1

    ❤what you did in your build and your backstory💪🚐👍👍⬆️

  • @andrewsneacker1256
    @andrewsneacker1256 7 місяців тому +1

    Beatles is life. Beatles is love.
    In my musical taste, only Led Zeppelin reached the greatness of Beatles. I even listened to them more than to Beatles. But still Beatles are THE best.

  • @leilal8053
    @leilal8053 6 місяців тому +1

    It's very charming and cosy, however 4me....the whole van would be built around the bathroom....don't care 4a shower as I can't stand them but an enclosed toilet with a drop-down sink above it is 4me.

    • @TravelJennie
      @TravelJennie 6 місяців тому

      My toilet is pull-out under the bed. I had a beautiful hand-crafted custom copper sink that was gorgeous, but I had nightmares of the plumbing dislodging itself while offroading and flooding the whole thing, so I first took the pipes out and used the sink for storage. Then removed the sink altogether. I do plan on re-installing the plumbing but on the side door side of the van. The design of my van is based around the IKEA Balkarp couch bed.

  • @ArtisticNomad66
    @ArtisticNomad66 7 місяців тому

    Sighs😊