Maribel and Vicente, pensioners from Mallorca and known online as La Pingüina en Ruta, gave up conventional housing five years ago to move into a motorhome. Reports vary on its size: some say 7.5 meters in length, others mention a usable area of 10 or 11 m². The move was prompted by Maribel's health issues (a degenerative bone disease) for which doctors recommended a dry climate.
According to sources, monthly savings compared to previous expenses for an apartment, car, insurance and utilities range from €1200 to €1400 (different figures appear in different reports). The couple lives on two pensions, spending about €2000 per month, of which up to €700 goes on fuel. They prefer long stays over constant travel.
The motorhome is equipped with solar panels, batteries, a TV, microwave, air fryer and air conditioning, allowing for self-sufficient living. The couple acknowledges that this lifestyle requires strict organisation, route planning and less time with family, but they say the health benefits and freedom are worth it.