Van Life in College | day in the life

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  • Опубликовано: 29 авг 2024
  • This is a lifestyle I grew to get used to. Living in a van poses its questions, so I answer them in this video by showing you a day in my life
    My name is Krystal and I am a studio portrait photographer, going to college and living in a van. I'm sharing the journey for my personal documentation & to inspire others to pursue what they desire regardless of the setbacks.
    Instagram:
    @earthbudsvan - / earthbudsvan
    @krvs.tal - / krvs.tal
    "Taking the easy road won't save you. Wake your soul up and realize only your passions can save you. Don't just visualize tomorrow. 'One day I'll start. One day'. Make today that one day. Wake up to the fact that you are so capable."

Комментарии • 259

  • @sjxifnenxzkcn9423
    @sjxifnenxzkcn9423 4 года назад +26

    I love how for once I watched a video of van life that actually shows the struggle, like all of the other girls (not hating) aren’t doing it because of the struggle, mainly bc they have the option and opt out for the “easy and fun route” sis rn actually gotta struggling/ hustling/ studying and this is what we need to see more, people to who we can relate more

  • @rababchahbar3086
    @rababchahbar3086 5 лет назад +376

    Sis ur life looks hard. Kudos to you for not giving up! Keep going

    • @username-tp6dq
      @username-tp6dq 5 лет назад +46

      No job, just go to gender studies twice a week? Sounds wretched. I certainly wouldn't want to live such a hard life, having to attend a college with a 24 hour gym, pool. Lord knows how this girl survives.

    • @maellpierre-louis647
      @maellpierre-louis647 5 лет назад +25

      If this is hard living for you, you should get out more

    • @kadalijo2806
      @kadalijo2806 5 лет назад

      😥

    • @alkalinepharm5311
      @alkalinepharm5311 5 лет назад +5

      @@username-tp6dq 😂🤣

  • @Emilia-wv1kj
    @Emilia-wv1kj 5 лет назад +261

    ***spits out my water when I realize she goes to my school***

  • @Itsbrandonoldham
    @Itsbrandonoldham 5 лет назад +140

    YOOOOO IM TRIPPIN RN!!! Im a freshman at UNT and I've always wanted to do what you're doing, so I looked up "living in a van in college" I started watching. and when you went into the REC I was "wow that looks a lot like UNT" THEN IT WAS ACTUALLY UNT. that's crazy...

    • @Itsbrandonoldham
      @Itsbrandonoldham 5 лет назад +7

      IM MAJORING IN MEDIA ARTS TOO

    • @KrystalVentures
      @KrystalVentures  5 лет назад +18

      OMG NO WAYYYY I only went 1 semester but wow. Yup I’ve surprisingly never found another teen vanlifer at UNT. a few adults around Denton but yo that’s so cool. You should totally get a van and do it!!

    • @easybreezybeautifulmonbebe5936
      @easybreezybeautifulmonbebe5936 4 года назад +2

      Oh I graduated in 2017. Been thinking of doing vanlife for grad school. I miss Denton T.T

  • @missionDan
    @missionDan 5 лет назад +38

    This girl is impressive! Studying hard, dedicated and organised. A rarity

  • @nostringsprepper
    @nostringsprepper 5 лет назад +190

    congrats on finishing school ,pray you will find a field that matches your new skills and dreams enjoy your van life and the journey it takes you on if you ever get to travel to Florida do a shout out i ill buy you a cup of Jo

    • @KrystalVentures
      @KrystalVentures  5 лет назад +4

      thank you!

    • @stepzyt3889
      @stepzyt3889 5 лет назад

      VanLife, james daniel prayer van what’s cup of jo?

    • @stepzyt3889
      @stepzyt3889 5 лет назад

      #1 TRACKRECORD what-a-JOKE damn Niggah sorry I’m not white my boy. You know what la Serra is? Didn’t think so my boy. Shoot me while you’re at it. God damn.

    • @whatjawsh4744
      @whatjawsh4744 5 лет назад

      StepzYT bruh Cup of joe is like the most basic term you could ever know

  • @jamesdexter2597
    @jamesdexter2597 5 лет назад +49

    I work full time at an Oil refinery and live in my Tahoe full time. Soon I am going to fully convert it. It's not a van but it's an excellent amount of space for one person. I shower at Planet fitness. Best part about living in a vehicle is I don't pay rent. You can't beat that guys.

  • @cierraaaaaaaas
    @cierraaaaaaaas 5 лет назад +25

    This is how I’m trying to be when I start my masters next year

    • @medadisme
      @medadisme 5 лет назад +5

      Thinking i will have to do this for my Doctorate :(

  • @brycemoon2712
    @brycemoon2712 5 лет назад +9

    Im doing the same thing out in New Zealand! Glad to see others doing it and making it work! Other people need to realize that just because something is different, it doesnt mean its wrong or hard! We still have a routine, it just looks different than the average persons. :)

  • @brian87147
    @brian87147 5 лет назад +52

    mad respect. this is a real strong independent woman.

  • @yungtiko5853
    @yungtiko5853 4 года назад +21

    Pros: it's yours
    Shi I rather have my own van than pay somebody 500 a month u feel me

    • @lacigalvanssleepmeditation8160
      @lacigalvanssleepmeditation8160 3 года назад +4

      I hear that, I went to college for 2 years and had to stop because I had to get a full time job to pay someone to live in my overpriced apartment. It was depressing, I’m going back to college now and saved up enough to buy my van. The real suckers are the ones that pay someone else to live.

  • @akthehigh
    @akthehigh 4 года назад +6

    I'm finally making the jump and buying a van to move into next month! Thank you for this!

    • @alexiabarnes5371
      @alexiabarnes5371 3 года назад

      How has it been? Did you ever do it or do you still live in it? I’m only asking because I’m interested in buying one too :)

  • @oa3255
    @oa3255 4 года назад +4

    once you showed the gym I knew where you were.. and then you showed UNT sign. UNT is responsible for the highest student debt among all texas schools, so yeah you'll need to live in a van!

  • @nikkibeck4998
    @nikkibeck4998 5 лет назад +21

    Wish I had thought of this in school...would've helped pay off some of my student loan debt smh what if...impressive

  • @kimberlytran9465
    @kimberlytran9465 3 года назад +1

    I really respect her when she said "it is not that bad"

  • @sarahx9126
    @sarahx9126 5 лет назад +5

    This just came across my recommended videos...clicked the video, saw the rec center and immediately realized this was where I graduated from!

  • @teddy-1965
    @teddy-1965 5 лет назад +6

    You make living in a van look intriguing. I'm also a college student and can see myself potentially doing this in the future, at least for a semester or two!
    My main concern would be how do you deal with the heat? I'm also from Texas (although closer to Houston) and worry that I would melt during the summer.

  • @madelynrose2929
    @madelynrose2929 5 лет назад +95

    Is it difficult to find places to sleep on campus? Has parking services ever given you trouble for being parked overnight?

    • @KrystalVentures
      @KrystalVentures  5 лет назад +40

      Madelyn Rose i did get in trouble once but it was my first time parking somewhere non-stealth. i eventually figured out the right spots (walmart, hospital, near the dorms where others overnight park)

  • @randomshit769
    @randomshit769 5 лет назад +13

    I currently go to Unt and it's so cool to see how you utilized your car.

  • @Gusinabus
    @Gusinabus 5 лет назад +5

    Great video - lots of good info for those with fears and anxiety related to simple things.
    I live in a bus and travel and all of the same problems are solved in the same practice manner.

  • @jeanniesantos7824
    @jeanniesantos7824 5 лет назад +5

    Wishing you the best!! Love to see more videos . Intrested in van life to save money and travel one day! Lol to keeping your clothes warm in your blanket for the next day. Great idea:)

  • @skyrealmrobuxroboxobbytower
    @skyrealmrobuxroboxobbytower 5 лет назад +12

    Damn your awesome, living in a van is rlly hard for me. #respect

    • @gertraba4484
      @gertraba4484 5 лет назад +1

      should hook up with a partner girl to do the washing, alone is not the best

  • @rhondazappalewis3685
    @rhondazappalewis3685 5 лет назад +5

    This is my first time seeing your video! Awesome video...your very humble. I can't wait to watch more.

  • @boomersooner9600
    @boomersooner9600 5 лет назад +14

    Wish I had seen your vids sooner. Definitely subscribing

  • @chelciemillan1489
    @chelciemillan1489 5 лет назад +11

    Your videos are so real and awesome subscribed to you in the past days. Hope you get more more more subscribers soon! And hey you’re so pretty 😻 . God bless! I’ll be out here keeping up with youuuu

    • @KrystalVentures
      @KrystalVentures  5 лет назад +2

      Chelcie Millan omg thank you!! you’re so sweet :) i love that i can be authentic with like minded people!

  • @monaw6484
    @monaw6484 4 года назад +3

    HI FELLOW VAN LIFE on CAMPUS CHICK! I am SO happy to find your vid- I just bought my van and have only lived in it for a week so far- I am also a college student and am doing the same thing, and it can be a struggle. Great to see your success- it is inspiring!

  • @loveinyourarea4024
    @loveinyourarea4024 5 лет назад +51

    youtube recommended this after i watched jennelle and alfredo wow why

  • @sabina307
    @sabina307 5 лет назад +5

    She’s so beautiful and sweet LMFAO. I’d love to be her buddy. Proud of her !

  • @lagunn327
    @lagunn327 5 лет назад +3

    College can be one of the best times of your life!

  • @siryna182
    @siryna182 5 лет назад +6

    Sis I go to UNT too! I’m about to do van life for med school!!!

  • @janejane6754
    @janejane6754 5 лет назад +3

    You really are living a hard life but you're doing amazingly well.

  • @NurseViv
    @NurseViv 5 лет назад +4

    Such well produced videos! 👌🏽 Stay safe young lady! 🙏🏽

  • @49mrmanny
    @49mrmanny 5 лет назад +1

    I just added your show as a fav. I am impressed with your perseverance. I am so into this vlogging and just started my channel. I am like a kid in a candy store. Thank you!

  • @SriRaamajayam
    @SriRaamajayam 2 года назад

    love it when kids do so much hard work and live a simple life...God bless you kiddo...wish you all the best in everything:)

  • @user-xc1sx6hp8p
    @user-xc1sx6hp8p 4 года назад

    always cool to se vanlife peeps that are focused on goals ,hope your exams went well and all

  • @angelinajordan8335
    @angelinajordan8335 4 года назад +1

    I love how raw this is ❤👏

  • @sunshinegirl9333
    @sunshinegirl9333 5 лет назад +8

    You’re adorable! You remind me of my daughter’s Best bud! I really enjoy your video’s!

  • @ashkeeoh
    @ashkeeoh 5 лет назад +1

    Such an inspiration. Keep safe all the time.

  • @ciprianadeleon640
    @ciprianadeleon640 5 лет назад +2

    idk how you put your stuff on that hook while you shower , my paranoid ass would be so afraid of someone taking my stuff while im naked in the shower omg 😭

  • @jordantompkins4002
    @jordantompkins4002 3 года назад

    Your awesome 👏 😎 I’m getting my own van together and doing the same thing.

  • @RoxRevanharte
    @RoxRevanharte 5 лет назад +5

    Just discovered your channel. I've been considering vanlife as of late. Love the videos.

  • @sendhelp7645
    @sendhelp7645 5 лет назад +4

    I also live in Texas and find vanlife interesting! How do you stay cool overnight during summertime? I can hardly stay cool in my bedroom with AC!!

  • @sindy0812
    @sindy0812 5 лет назад +5

    We're UNT alumni!!! I wish I would've lived out of my car instead of dorms/apts when i was there. Very intelligent move!!!

  • @RicardoRamos-xu7sk
    @RicardoRamos-xu7sk 5 лет назад +4

    Never give up!!!

  • @firmans4435
    @firmans4435 4 года назад

    i love when you say "good morning"

  • @jaydesturgess4112
    @jaydesturgess4112 5 лет назад +22

    i’m not hating but i don’t recommend using the hand dryer on your hair
    they suck in the poo particles
    that are in the air and spray them back out
    never use a hand dryer !!!! xx

    • @Oladavol
      @Oladavol 5 лет назад +1

      And make sure you never flush the toilet or else the poo particles get put in the air.

  • @jimilynch3813
    @jimilynch3813 4 года назад +1

    When do you think you would start working on the van to make it more livable instead of a bed put into the van hook up the solar panels in having a full size kitchen side of it / bathroom?

  • @Jollyprez
    @Jollyprez 4 года назад +1

    My son is using a 5'x10' trailer for his dorm room in northern New Hampshire. MUCH cheaper than renting a room.

  • @tinak7074
    @tinak7074 5 лет назад +31

    Thats awesome you live in your van while going to school. Grear way to save money. Is there no winter where you live? Tfs

    • @baby-qk9nr
      @baby-qk9nr 5 лет назад +6

      If you have insulation in your van (almost everyone does) it shouldn't be too bad. maybe a small heater

  • @briannasoto6841
    @briannasoto6841 5 лет назад +7

    So glad I came across your video I will be transferring to UNT next fall (:

    • @username-tp6dq
      @username-tp6dq 5 лет назад

      Transfer? You attend first 2 years at shit community college?

  • @xila8861
    @xila8861 4 года назад

    That's smart. I'm just thinking about what happens if you needed to get into the toilet quickly. Do you just park near that nice gym or what. With this you can have some good savings for a home that you actually own rather than burning it down on rent. Cheers for the smart girl.

  • @Ace1000ks19751982
    @Ace1000ks19751982 5 лет назад +5

    When I was going to college back in 1996 to 2002, I lived in a 1 bedroom apartment. The rent was quite affordable, and tuition was quite low as well. I guess, your generation stuck in a very tough spot.

  • @Morrisontravels
    @Morrisontravels 3 года назад

    This woman is the definition of beautiful, what in the world.

  • @27Binx72
    @27Binx72 3 года назад

    My wife and I are going to voluntarily do this. We've been talking about living out of a van, at least while in school, so wtf would we pay someone rent when we could have an adventure every day and save a boat load of money? Easy choice for us.

  • @vshcvsh98
    @vshcvsh98 5 лет назад

    You can buy three meals a day if you purchase correctly. Honestly I can do so spending less than what one meal at a restaurant would cost. You can get three meals for less than $5 if you do it right.

  • @Squid2005
    @Squid2005 5 лет назад

    I’m rooting for you ❤️❤️❤️

  • @GamingJustGotReal
    @GamingJustGotReal 3 года назад

    I wish you all the best for your future.

  • @waleedhashmi2525
    @waleedhashmi2525 3 года назад +1

    👍👍👍👍👍

  • @redstreet8012
    @redstreet8012 4 года назад

    About 15 years ago I read there was a Duke University student living incognito on campus.

  • @fireside007
    @fireside007 5 лет назад +1

    YOU ~ ROCK ! !

  • @carloslemus9018
    @carloslemus9018 5 лет назад +3

    Yeah, you are pretty awesome. Great vids!

  • @chandler_short
    @chandler_short 3 года назад

    Props to you girl

  • @Mbuzisana
    @Mbuzisana 2 года назад

    Like the flexible lifestyle.

  • @Jme.Online
    @Jme.Online Год назад

    Seems like such a smart idea to do this... making use of the facilities you're already paying for from student fees!

  • @rogeriorodriguez1212
    @rogeriorodriguez1212 4 года назад +1

    🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

  • @sammiedodge2513
    @sammiedodge2513 5 лет назад

    Such a beautiful soul! ❤ love this video more please :)

  • @sendmommyhelp
    @sendmommyhelp 5 лет назад

    You're really really amazing. You are super honest and sweet.

  • @noemiefournier9946
    @noemiefournier9946 3 года назад +1

    My question is, if you are on a trip, how do you go to the bathroom? Like do you have a toilet on the van? Sorry if its a weird question ahah

  • @juliar1333
    @juliar1333 5 лет назад +25

    But what about going to the restroom at the middle of the night?

    • @pesto12601
      @pesto12601 5 лет назад +12

      Bucket... and chuck-it!

    • @aaly.aaly.oxenfree
      @aaly.aaly.oxenfree 5 лет назад +17

      Probably just go to a McDonald’s or a gas station since they’re 24 hrs.

    • @MJScoutArchMar
      @MJScoutArchMar 5 лет назад +1

      Your front door step 😬

    • @arseniocubos6636
      @arseniocubos6636 5 лет назад +2

      No disrespect sincerely no disrespect but I’ve been watching these vids about two years an point is I think a lot of ppl living n cars use the space as a restroom. I’ve been under the weather lately an have been attached to the bathroom I can only imagine if I was n a van wat I woulda had to do an I think who really wants to tak about pooping n a car

    • @RArtis-xs8so
      @RArtis-xs8so 5 лет назад

      That would be my biggest challenge!

  • @zuhayrah
    @zuhayrah 5 лет назад +2

    But why are there no colleges with showers...

  • @RemixxGlamGal
    @RemixxGlamGal 5 лет назад +1

    What happens if it gets too hot or cold in the van?

  • @mickmo5242
    @mickmo5242 5 лет назад +1

    Do more videos, make the thumbnail pop, you will grow ur channel big enough to support you!

  • @amirakaramganess5451
    @amirakaramganess5451 5 лет назад

    I'm totally loving your videos. Please make your vlogs longer

  • @jaymega8028
    @jaymega8028 4 года назад

    ODEE PRETTY

  • @patrickjobling8676
    @patrickjobling8676 5 лет назад +1

    Thats fabbo .. i hope you do well .. just wondering ..how many other kids are living in vans ..😁

  • @alexandermiranda3436
    @alexandermiranda3436 5 лет назад

    Looks like your having a blast you can save money just living in your van good luck 👍 where you do your laundry

  • @yoshioka5469
    @yoshioka5469 5 лет назад

    I love her life

  • @robfninh
    @robfninh 5 лет назад +2

    you area organized and resourceful.

    • @KrystalVentures
      @KrystalVentures  5 лет назад

      rob farnsworth thanks. i try but it doesn’t always feel like it lol

  • @eeeee4888
    @eeeee4888 5 лет назад +1

    I'm about to be a sophomore in college , I'm gonna try and save up for then renovate a van this summer for the fall :))) if you have any tips lmk!!

    • @KrystalVentures
      @KrystalVentures  5 лет назад

      Emily Cabral yes! totally do it! just make sure you plan a lot. i can make a video about it eventually

  • @flush_entity
    @flush_entity 5 лет назад +2

    I would just drive to an ocean, bring some bar soap and just hit it right there. Salt waters finest

  • @RVingLiveTheDream
    @RVingLiveTheDream 5 лет назад +11

    VanLife is awesome isn’t. We have been RVing for nine years now. We purchased a 21’ Roadtrek three years ago and LOVE IT. Great that you finished college. Congrats 🎊 Check out our channel🚐

  • @mf5266
    @mf5266 5 лет назад

    Inspirational! 🦄

  • @daryushnadjafi6673
    @daryushnadjafi6673 5 лет назад

    Come on girl it's very easy to make cheap meals you could make something very easily and quickly with just a little stove top all you would need is a little butane also so many channels on RUclips show you how to make easy quick meals. Nice video thanks for sharing

  • @alexanderrosales2266
    @alexanderrosales2266 4 года назад

    I WAS WATCHING THE VID AND I SEE UNT, IM LIKE :O

  • @Bunnyboo3419
    @Bunnyboo3419 4 года назад

    What about when it’s cold? Or do you live in a warm area and don’t have to worry about that? Where I go to school it snows sooo much

  • @Music_Lover0612
    @Music_Lover0612 4 года назад +4

    You remind me of the sister from The Wild Thornberrys

  • @GUNNER.JONESX8
    @GUNNER.JONESX8 2 года назад

    I might have to do this just because of the rising cost of everything!!!

  • @clemsytv2078
    @clemsytv2078 3 года назад

    New subscriber here, from Philippines♥️, stay safe, Godbless ♥️😇

  • @23KCOutdoors
    @23KCOutdoors 5 лет назад +2

    What’s upp✅

  • @gingerwawrow3287
    @gingerwawrow3287 4 года назад

    I love how she's filming in front of the sign that says no video or photography

  • @Njangchl1366
    @Njangchl1366 4 года назад

    Overall look nice and awesome

  • @7hernan375
    @7hernan375 5 лет назад

    Good idea! ✌🤔 I love it..you're smart girl..👱‍♀️

  • @armandodevora8482
    @armandodevora8482 5 лет назад

    Amazing 🤩!

  • @jackholt6860
    @jackholt6860 3 года назад +1

    Being this cute should be illegal

  • @VarsityOverdrive
    @VarsityOverdrive 4 года назад

    hello, you want to do a zoom meeting about college students living in vans. Not alone, with other college van dwellers? It'll be a lot of fun.

  • @vanessag0910
    @vanessag0910 5 лет назад +2

    Your amazing had to subscribe

  • @ChelseaSierraK.
    @ChelseaSierraK. 5 лет назад +2

    Great video, thx Krystal 💕

  • @crizymind8925
    @crizymind8925 5 лет назад +6

    I’m planning to live in my car this September. How do you survive winter?

    • @pesto12601
      @pesto12601 5 лет назад +1

      @Lizette Arias Pray!

  • @ConestogaCreek
    @ConestogaCreek 5 лет назад +16

    The sign on the bathroom mirror indicates "no cell phones".

    • @pesto12601
      @pesto12601 5 лет назад +2

      Meh.. why follow rules... it is the new "self-important" 20 year olds after all.. rules? Meh... I do what I want to!

    • @ConestogaCreek
      @ConestogaCreek 5 лет назад +2

      pesto12601 - yes. "Respect my ever expanding list of sensitivities while I do whatever is expedient".

    • @keiraemes2103
      @keiraemes2103 5 лет назад +6

      There was no one else in the bathroom I’m sure it’s fine

    • @pesto12601
      @pesto12601 5 лет назад +2

      @@keiraemes2103 NO IT IS NOT FINE! Rules are there for a reason... that's the problem with this "me me .. need to film with my camera / phone 24/7 generation". "Well - I can speed because there are no other cars on the road" "I guess I can go into the 7/11 without shoes and a shirt because no one else is inside" "I guess I can smoke next to the door because no one else is outside" RULES ARE RULES ALWAYS...

    • @Sirene.lunaire
      @Sirene.lunaire 5 лет назад +4

      Because people are changing in there most of the time. They don't want you taking selfies and someone naked in the background. But she was recording because no one else was in there, she wouldn't if someone else came in

  • @Geo-mn1xd
    @Geo-mn1xd 3 года назад

    You should also look online for coupons start using coupons free food is online take advantage :)