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Vanlife: from lifestyle to horror — three sides of camper living

29.04.2026 16:21 1 min 3 sources
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Vanlife: from lifestyle to horror — three sides of camper living
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The vanlife phenomenon, with millions of Instagram posts, appears in three forms: a personal story of a traveler in Tenerife, popularity statistics, and a new horror film turning the dream into a nightmare

The vanlife phenomenon — living in a converted van or motorhome — is gaining momentum. On Instagram, the hashtag #vanlife has over 3 million posts, and the lifestyle's popularity is growing thanks to digital nomads who document their travels and monetize content through sponsorships and YouTube.

Personal experience

28-year-old Luika, an architect by training, sold her excess belongings, converted a Volkswagen, and moved to Tenerife for surfing. During the pandemic, she had to temporarily leave her van due to restrictions, which made her appreciate the freedom of this lifestyle even more.

Vanlife in cinema

The horror film "Passenger" by director André Øvredal shows the dark side of vanlife: a young couple in a camper becomes the target of a sinister creature after witnessing an accident. The film will be released in the Netherlands from May 21, 2026, with a runtime of 121 minutes.

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Vanlife: Why More People Are Traveling the World in Camper Vans

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