
Welcome to Campers and Camping... Gear guides, van life tips, DIY builds, campsite hacks, and campfire thoughts for curious adventurers.
For the freedom seekers, the DIY dreamers, and anyone who feels more alive with the stars overhead.
Hey, we're Alastair & Helen, and Campers & Camping is where we share everything we’ve learned (and are still learning) about life on the road and in the wild.
Whether you’re building out your first campervan, upgrading your RV setup, pitching a tent at your favorite National Park, or just figuring out how to make car camping more comfortable — this publication is for you!
DIY Camper Van Build Series – Part 3: Designing your layout and style
Designing a camper van layout that works for you: how to choose your van’s build style, organize your living space, and plan for comfort & function.
High Camp Flasks review: Outdoor sipping just got a serious upgrade
Two beautifully built flasks that bring wine or whiskey to the wild — no compromises on taste, temperature, or style.
DIY Camper Van Build Series – Part 2: Prepping your van for conversion
Before the fun begins, you’ve got to clean, strip, inspect, and plan — here’s how to prep your van properly for the DIY build ahead.
EcoFlow WAVE 3 review: Van life just got a whole lot cooler (and warmer)
Portable AC and heater built for van life and off-grid camping, with smart features, solar compatibility, and quiet, efficient performance.


Van Life Manual – Part 6: Finding community and staying connected
Avoid isolation and find your people — how to connect with the van life community, stay social, and make the road feel a little less lonely
Van Life Manual – Part 5: The unglamorous stuff like parking, showers, toilets & more
The practical side of van life: where to park, shower, work, collect mail, use the bathroom — and how to stay clean (you and your van), connected, and comfortable.
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