A family of five living permanently in a camper provided a realistic insight into life on the road.
The Australian couple and their three young daughters usually eat outside, but have to limit showering and collect rainwater to drink.
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In a viral videothe Falzon family (@nxtstop.falzonfamilie) showed their followers their daily routine.
Alex and Luke took their four-year-old daughter Ariah and newborn Scarlett with them to their camper so they could explore the country together.
However, the adventure was not without its challenges, as the family had to make a number of compromises.
While the obvious struggles of being away from their loved ones and living in close proximity are still difficult, the couple faces the daily challenges of raising their family while on the road.
In a video, they joked about the limitations their unique lifestyle brings.
This meant they had to collect rainwater from their awning, which they could then filter and use as drinking water.
Their limited access to water also means the couple often has to limit themselves to showers of no more than 15 seconds.
Yet they still prioritize washing their children’s laundry. This may mean going to the campsites or washing the laundry by hand themselves.
They also have to limit battery consumption: they skip coffee and prefer to boil water to sterilize Scarlett’s bottles.
However, life on the road also has many benefits, such as visiting the numerous sandy beaches along the Queensland coast.
The family also enjoyed barbecues for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Luke showed how he uses the outdoor grill to make everything from fried eggs to Nando’s-style chicken.
Alex indicated that keeping the camper clean can be a challenge, but explained that the small space can be easily cleaned up.
TikTok users shared their thoughts on the unique setup in the comments.
“Living the dream!!!! Best experiences and life skills for your bubbas, so jealous!” wrote one viewer.
The Rise of the Van Life
The rise of camper life began during the pandemic in 2020. With no one able to leave the country, staycations became popular for many, says camping blog adventurous campers.
In addition, rising rents are discouraging many people from renting a home, especially as wages are not keeping pace with the cost of living crisis.
Although the van has become popular again, in the 1960s and 1970s many people chose life in a van.
“I love it guys. Keep it up. My kids are 30 but would have loved to do it. Living my life through you guys,” said another follower.
“The best life for your family, we’re going to build a boat soon,” said a third person.
“You have an amazing life,” said another impressed commenter.
“I hope you enjoy the best beaches in the world!” wrote one viewer.
“[I] lived in a caravan [for] 10 years….well done!”, commented another follower.
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