Where to Park When Living in a Car!! (TOP 27 Places to Sleep!!) 🤫

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When living in a car, finding the perfect sleeping spot can make all the difference in ensuring a restful night's sleep. As someone who understands the importance of a good night's sleep while on the road, I share my personal insights and recommendations to help you find ultimate comfort and serenity. I've carefully curated this list to ensure you wake up refreshed and ready for adventure. Get ready to elevate your sleep game and embrace the joy of a peaceful slumber amidst breathtaking surroundings.
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@mr.abbott212 10 ай бұрын

I was the manager at a hotel, and we don’t care if you stop for the night there, but if you start living in the parking lot we will ask you to leave

@weekendnomad5038 Ай бұрын

I worked in a hospital and my best advice is sleep in an ER parking lot . I used to fall asleep on my steering wheel all of the time from pure exhaustion. No one bothered me . If you want to step it up a notch buy a pair of cheap scrubs 😂❤

@weekendnomad5038 Ай бұрын

Plus so many people are in and out they don’t know whose vehicle belongs to who.. there are so many employees there they would just assume you work there and are getting a rest in before driving home. No one will bother you.

@weekendnomad5038 Ай бұрын

Hell some of the travel nurses live in their cars so they really won’t question it

@davidweber5390 Ай бұрын

That's bad advice. ER parking lots are usually crowded and busy. I would leave the spaces in ER for family.

@sharon70418 Ай бұрын

What about ambulances with sirens?

@welcometoreality3450 Ай бұрын

Fall asleep on steering wheel LMAO! My first knock by 5 cops at 2:30 am was at a brand new (90% finished) huge emergency room type hospital towards end of covid...hospitals seem to have security watching for troublemakers then... no fun! I think hospitals can be a good option, but don't be surprised if your kicked...cops also are going in & out of then for biz so...

@jazziered142 Жыл бұрын

A lot of places are not welcoming anymore because people don't understand what leave no trace means.

@travelsnacks Жыл бұрын

Yep I agree with this!

@martijordak806 Жыл бұрын

When I see a lot of trace, I pick it up. Just to keep this attitude in check. I appreciate the places I park and want to keep using them! Too bad others r so crude! I see them thru my limo tint a lot! They think nobody sees them leaving their mess be hind! Ha!

@steveshea7725 10 ай бұрын

That's basically the story of people. They're always a big group in any activity that screws things up for those who are discreet,considerate, and have a long-term perspective.

@phillipkirby1989 3 ай бұрын

There is a certain song title from Slipknot that sums things up pretty nicely. Well, crudely, but accurately.

@nicolemeiner6903 2 ай бұрын

Late to the party here, but regarding hotel parking lots, I've worked for multiple hotels in different hotel groups and the only time we'd check on cars is say we had a 100 room hotel, a 120 spot parking lot, and registered guests were complaining they continually couldn't find parking spots. Then we'd go and see which cars weren't ones we knew belonged to registered guests.

@genewilkerson8528 Ай бұрын

I tried sleeping in my car in my local casino and got a tap on my window from security saying I can't sleep here

@nightfangs2910 Жыл бұрын

Town library parking lots, it's public property I've asked the police in the area and as long as you're not there all the time, the local police are usually good with it

@artdogg50 Жыл бұрын

Interesting never thought of that.

@dianabanana6724 Жыл бұрын

I just did that for the first time a couple of weeks ago. Called first to make sure and gal I talked to basically said as long your not dealing drugs or dumping stuff I should be ok. And I was! Except for getting woken up by the trash collector 5a next morning. 😒

@bigron26048 8 ай бұрын

I've parked at Lowes many times with no problem, plus I enjoy the WiFi😊

@lupeb6567 3 ай бұрын

Jajaha I was checking Loews I thought This would be a great place under a Tree. It seems there are people there working at night time

@reginaoatley2767 2 ай бұрын

The comment you made about the "free breakfast" at hotels should not be taken since you are technically not "a guest". That is some sound advice. I hope people put there gets this message. Stay true, stay honest and stay humble.❤❤❤ You just got a new subscriber.🥰

@virginia_in_the_rearview Ай бұрын

I stopped at a Cracker Barrel that did allow overnight parking, but when I went in to use the restroom there was a sign on the door that for that particular night there was no parking because they were painting lines in the parking lot. I moved on to the next one several miles down the road. I would hate to have been awoken to leave. I'm glad I saw the sign on the door.

@theresad3931 8 ай бұрын

One good way is sleep in the daytime. Parking lots have cars going in and out constantly so you won’t be noticed.

@weekendnomad5038 Ай бұрын

Like an ER parking lot. I used to fall asleep in my van at work all of the time . No one bothered me 😂

@welcometoreality3450 Ай бұрын

@@weekendnomad5038 except for the ambulances screaming sirens lolz

@rainsofhealing Жыл бұрын

It’s really sad how a small handful of reprobates have ruined things for everyone. This is a great informative video! Thanks Alison! 🙏👍😊

@SurfingFLA 11 ай бұрын

Unfortunately, it's now more than a handful.

@rainsofhealing 10 ай бұрын

@@SurfingFLA true

@kandiewilz9284 Ай бұрын

A lot of dealerships and repair shops have cameras outside.

@glamourgirl1962 Жыл бұрын

I just found you this evening while traveling in our van. I was looking for stealth camping in Yellowstone and stumbled into your channel. My husband and I have done this type of traveling for several years. Hotel parking lots. Walmart. Truck stops. Casinos. Beaches ( ahhh ) Rivers. State parks. Scenic pull offs. Unfinished subdivisions. Dennys. Trading posts. Behind businesses closed for the night. Cracker Barrel. Shopping center lots. Down lonely roads ( kinda scary though) A city park once but got a knock on our door during the night from a police officer.

@ramfree27 Ай бұрын

Businesses that are closed .... Great idea, and i have seen many of these opportunities ... As a single male camping in a car, i pass them up because i always get the thought ... "they will think i am trying to break in and steal things"

@1stJohn3.9-10 5 күн бұрын

1 Walmart 2 24hr business 3 24hr Gym 4 Casino 5 Truck Stops 6 Auto Dealer/Repair 7 Rest Area 8 Highway Pulloff 9 Park & Ride 10 Mid-level $ Hotels 11 Cracker Barrel 12 City Parks 13 Marina 14 Residential/Apts 15 Construction zone 16 Indistial Businesses 17 Cabela's BassPro Camping World 18 Home Depot Lowes 19 Trailheads 20 BLM 21 Church Parking Lot 13 Hospitals 21 Cemetary Funeral Homes 22 Hospitals 23 Cemetary Funeral Homes 24 Self Serve Car Wash 25 City Welcome Center 26 Tours 27 Your Job

@LEVS5100 Ай бұрын

I stay in an industrial park and go there after work when everybody's gone home and it's a huge parking lot. There's a little place in the I just park against the fence and I'm good to go and nobody bothers me Even on the weekends if I want to hang out there's nobody there. 😅😅😅

@wadeinskeep4866 Жыл бұрын

My city has a 3 tier parking garage that's free at night...imagine some other cities are as well

@volleyballDave Ай бұрын

My city has this near downtown and right across from apartment complexes. Because of the apartments they allow overnight parking. But most of these multi-tier lots dont. Plus high roof vans are too tall.

@cathunter3042 Ай бұрын

1 Wally's 2 24-hour grocery/restaurant 3 Planet Fatness 4 casinos 5 truck stop/gas station 6 car dealership/mechanic/auto parts shop 7 rest areas 8 highway pull-off 9 Ride Share lots 10 hotel lots 11 Crack Barrel 12 city parks/boat ramps 13 marinas/small cruises 14 residential/apartments 15 OOB/construction 16 business/industrial areas 17 Cabella's/Bass Pro/Scamming World 18 Home Depot/Lowe's 19 Trailheads 20 BLM/NF land 21 Churches 22 hospitals 23 cemetery 24 self-serve car wash lots 25 welcome centers 26 tour/activity lots 27 your job

@sharkmedia5969 3 ай бұрын

Here's a suggestion that may work for some business owners but takes a bit of planning. I own a small business on the east coast and am able to basically live in any of my 3 office locations. I am almost to the point where my staffing at those offices allows me to run things without me being there for months at a time. My next step is to find a small office to start with on the west coast where I can do the same. Then I can use these offices as home bases and go on trips to basically anywhere I want for a week or two and use the other 27 methods on those trips. Because my business pays for the office spaces and I have no mortgage or rent, I can even afford on occasion to stay at a hotel of paid campground if neccesary without breaking the bank. Another suggestion is for musicians.

@David53D Ай бұрын

College towns offer great apartment parking and are generally flexible.

@qaz-fi1id 7 ай бұрын

I been staying between 3 different hotels for 2 weeks

@Wonderingwoman1 Жыл бұрын

No to emergency hospital parking. Space is limited at the hospitals close to me.

@wanglee21 7 ай бұрын

I was at a graveyard and I swear something was knocking on my window at night.

@bigmamassoul8323 4 ай бұрын

😂

@user-jp3jk4gf9x 2 ай бұрын

Y would u park @ a graveyard 🪦???

@rosemcgough360 2 ай бұрын

That's pretty scary 😳

@volleyballDave Ай бұрын

@@user-jp3jk4gf9xone of the 27 places to park listed in this video is parking at cemeteries.

@freeshrugs63 Ай бұрын

Your bloopers are awesome. It reveals how making these videos is not a cake walk.

@johnpagejr.7628 Ай бұрын

Great info! This is the best video I have seen about where to park.

@dianastoevelaar9548 Ай бұрын

What an excellent video with lots of great tips! ❤ I subscribed. 😊

@bigron26048 8 ай бұрын

Great video👍

@calvinmarshall1610 Жыл бұрын

Thanks allison those were a lot of great places recommended. Thanks for sharing I hope things are going well for you ❤

@wanderingoutyonder Жыл бұрын

Nice list of places! Great to share with everyone! Keep making memories & adventure on! ~Karen & Shannon WOY

@user-kv8tp8xc3r 6 күн бұрын

Great tips!

@NHWilderness 6 ай бұрын

Ive been watching van life vids now for almost a year in preparation for finally getting a chance to travel and see the US outside of NH,this idea was seemingly less and less of an option till i watched this video thank you. I know what with out a trace means theres always a handful of people who f it up others. NH is a very touristee state some people just dont care, Loud and obnoxious leave litter all over. Ill just need a few nights here and there till i get out west and can stay at national parks and blm areas will only be on the road for 5 or 6 months to get away for New England winters..liked and subed

@hikeclimbsail Ай бұрын

❤❤❤Awesome list❤❤❤

@BigDaddyDru 7 ай бұрын

This is the best list I’ve seen from KZfaq. Thank you!

@travelsnacks 7 ай бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@BrknVeel 6 ай бұрын

Cemeteries!! Dunno why I didn't think of that! Thanks.

@artdogg50 Жыл бұрын

Great video once again!

@travelsnacks Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@ChrisW228 Жыл бұрын

I also learned recently that most Home Depots and Lowe’s allow dogs inside. :) Our pup loves coming along. We’re just very careful not to let him near people who look uncomfortable around him, but most people want to pet him.

@tybrady4598 6 ай бұрын

City parks are many times closed at night, which includes the parking lot. The problem is it’s usually not posted all that well. So scout out the entrance and parking lot for signs. If there’s not a sign, I highly doubt that a cop could give you a ticket.

@dianenc 2 ай бұрын

I'm fortunate to have several parks in the town I'm in, all with clean bathrooms, water fountains, and free WiFi even! But all are only open from dawn to dusk, and have gated entrances that make sure no one thinks above staying later, sadly...

@annaburns2865 8 ай бұрын

She makes a good point. Parking at a hotel that’s not crowded is free, but the breakfast isn’t. Even if it says “free” it’s technically included with the cost of the hotel room. But the parking lot is free game. Plus you aren’t really stealing anything. That asphalt is still useable after you leave. These are such great tips! Also: I just looked it up and Florida where I’m from doesn’t have any BLM land. So van life is a bit harder here, but I’m thinking it can still be done.

@tybrady4598 6 ай бұрын

BLM land is out west. Here in the east we have National Forests. In Florida, there are three National Forests - Apalachicola, Osceola and Ocala. In a National Forest you’re typically allowed to camp out for 14 days. Research dispersed camping in National Forests.

@whoknows7106 9 ай бұрын

Thank you 😅😊

@freedomspirit9521 2 ай бұрын

Missoula Montana. Indefinite parking for the most part, as long as people aren't littering beyond belief, being loud at night etc. Best to avoid during winters and forest fire season. Friends and I do Missoula for the warm months...Moab UT for the cool ones.

@Shan-ShanH Жыл бұрын

You look absolutely gorgeous in this video. Your make up, your hair. This hair color is the best for you by far.

@marthahackett8967 11 ай бұрын

I find a auto dealership the same make as my van and park overnight in the repair area. I found a Walmart vest and when I use Walmart I leave it on the seat and get a good nights sleep. YES hotel parking Iots just tried and it went well. Last year I parked on a street of row houses in a regular parking spot. I have never stayed in a construction site but will put it on my list. Most cemeteries lock their grounds I have picked a nice tree lined area and stayed knowing it woyld be locked and slept very well. The airport was iffy I was a little nervous but parked in a long term parking area with no problems I had to pay but that was ok I needed the rest..

@kathleenj1158 Жыл бұрын

Hi Allison! Wishing you a great weekend. ☺️🙏

@travelsnacks Жыл бұрын

Thank you, you too!

@newtuber4freedom43 Жыл бұрын

A lot of the places can not be welcoming due to local ordinances that forbid overnight parking (includes the lots of these places = fined or towed) ☮️💟

@dianabanana6724 Жыл бұрын

From my understanding it's illegal to tow a vehicle with someone in it so if tow truck driver comes along and starts hitching you up he better have some sense and knock first make sure nobody's in there or he could be big trouble.

@newtuber4freedom43 10 ай бұрын

@@dianabanana6724 :: would that qualify for kidnapping? I would hope they would not tow with a person inside, but if you are a well hidden heavy sleeper - yikes!! ☮️💟

@davidshock2259 Жыл бұрын

Factories with an overnight shift should work also.

@travelsnacks Жыл бұрын

Ohh that's another good one for the list. Thanks!

@tatianarivera4833 Жыл бұрын

Lol...I have missed the bloopers. Thank you for adding it to this video.😂

@travelsnacks Жыл бұрын

You got it! 😁

@sherrybradshaw6504 Ай бұрын

Amazing video!! Thank you. Since you are an experienced van lifer, are there options for 2-5 day visits? I know about the just overnight sleep options and boondocking for 14 days but is there any other options? Wonderful video. Thank you

@beckywilson2873 Жыл бұрын

Try assisted and independent living facilities. No one ever looks in the parking lots.

@travelsnacks Жыл бұрын

Excellent addition to the list!

@juliadawnyel3648 Жыл бұрын

Where do you find these

@weekendnomad5038 Ай бұрын

@@juliadawnyel3648you can just do an ER . I used to fall asleep in my car before or after my shift all of the time no one bothers you. They will just assume you came off of the night shift

@timmusician5060 Жыл бұрын

I am going to be needing this information starting next week. I’ve already had some semi major maintenance on my vehicle this year (plugs & ignition coils replaced) and just got an oil change today along with a quick inspection. I have some cash as well as some investment assets that I know I’ll have to tap into. I’m definitely going to have to find work in the next month or 2 or 3. But I have a little room to take a break & clear my head while I figure out my next steps.

@timmusician5060 Жыл бұрын

I bet I will reference this video again. Thanks for making this one. I want the free stuff!!!

@timmusician5060 Жыл бұрын

Yeah. I’m looking at finding some dispersed camping on blm land and just stay out for the max time. I’ve been looking at the rules for moving 25 miles away after & not returning to the same area for 30 days.

@amycook5009 Жыл бұрын

Great video ❤

@travelsnacks Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@rein3684 Жыл бұрын

Great video

@travelsnacks Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@GardenerEarthGuy Жыл бұрын

The touch of curl with your hair looks great! Perfect length is brushing halfway on the honks. Great video!

@markusexz2320 8 күн бұрын

Not sure if anyone has mentioned this I worked at a hotel we only asked for the license plate #s in case the alarm was going off or they left the lights on. A lot of people had rental cars and didn't know how to use them or what rhe alarm sounded like. I park in hotel parking lots to use the wifi lol

@thomassvec3771 3 ай бұрын

Great ideas.. there's a few more..😅 😊

@millie8399 Жыл бұрын

Love the hair and makeup! You look beautiful in blue💙

@travelsnacks Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@TheFieldGuide1 8 ай бұрын

Cemeteries were great before 9-11. In fact pretty much any place was easy to patk before then.

@kevindowdell8394 Ай бұрын

Yall can come and park at my place always.

@danielvillalobos9487 Жыл бұрын

Really great info. Thank you.

@David53D Ай бұрын

Springfield IL. cops pestered me everywhere I tried sleeping.

@cynthiabackman6174 Жыл бұрын

I prefer dispersed or primitive camping over Walmart cracker barrel ..truck stops...i have had a couple scary situations while at rest stops ..i avoid them

@aussiehillbilly Жыл бұрын

Great Hair 😁

@ChrisW228 Жыл бұрын

I always wonder why I’ve never heard a list include bars (in safe areas, of course). You’re encouraged to leave your car there and Uber or whatever if you’ve had too much to drink, so no one would question a car there overnight.

@BigDaddyDru 7 ай бұрын

Definitely trying this one

@CounselorSue Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the information on parking. My husband and I are planning to buy a motorhome and driving to Florida (from Canada). We are retired seniors on limited funds so your information is useful. Thanks so much. Also, I’m a retired counselor and just started my own KZfaq videos (lots of fun) highlighting the value of being creative (CounselorSue Creativity & Living Life). Right now it’s a kind of marrying of psychology with knitting, however I may change direction soon with our RV hunt and all the changes that will mean for us. We plan to live full time in our RV (motorhome). Cheers!

@NancyBird-kc1ck Жыл бұрын

Love your videos they are awesome! My husband did long haul trucking weekly through the states from our home in Canada and he mentioned that some truck drivers have issues with people in regular vehicles other than a big rig taking up spaces that tractor trailers need. The drivers by law HAVE to stop every so many hours. Something to think about. Maybe stay out of those as the truck drivers really need the spaces. Thanks!❤

@jeffnorbert1871 Жыл бұрын

Every day I see trucks parked right next to signs that say "absolutely no truck parking at any time".

@dianabanana6724 Жыл бұрын

People need to stop and sleep every so many hours too. Might not be a law but definitely an endangerment to others to drive while sleepy.

@martijordak806 Жыл бұрын

I agree. Some people feel so privileged!

@martijordak806 Жыл бұрын

@@jeffnorbert1871 u do what ya gotta do! Back East, many places aren't kind to truckers. I've seen evidence why! They are leaving trash behind, having unsavory visitors, leaving pee bottles in grass or parking lots for something to roll over it and the bottle explode. Some truckers don't want to be caught up in a situation like that. So they park where they can. Plus it's a lot quieter than a truck stop and easier to get in and out.

@idahospudgirlidahospudgirl4998 Жыл бұрын

I love your hair

@vickirichards5186 Ай бұрын

I love Casinos and Crackel Barrell

@LolaIzKola 6 ай бұрын

Hey. Great content about car and van camping ! I just found your channel. I need to live in car for next 3 months bcs of work. It is ski resort and i can't find anything to rent with resonable price. And i wanna work here. It is good money . Its going to be rough to live in car during the winter. Your channel is great. New sub

@StrangerOnTheWay 5 ай бұрын

How’s it going?

@LolaIzKola 5 ай бұрын

@@StrangerOnTheWay im in Rv park. Tired of searching for parking every night

@StrangerOnTheWay 5 ай бұрын

@@LolaIzKola I’m glad you’re able to stay at an RV park. Wish the whole parking thing wasn’t such a challenge in this lifestyle. Thanks for sharing, I pray you know Jesus as your Lord and Saviour, beloved ❤️ much love and stay warm. 🔥

@LolaIzKola 5 ай бұрын

@@StrangerOnTheWay i hope so i will take off in April. I hate paying any rent

@StrangerOnTheWay 5 ай бұрын

@@LolaIzKola yes, rent is ridiculously high! But trust in the Lord and He shall provide ❤️ “Look at the birds in the air. They don’t plant or harvest or store food in barns, but your heavenly Father feeds them. And you know that you are worth much more than the birds.” (This scripture isn’t saying to not work of course. I like the KJV Bible but sometimes I share a more modern translation.) have a good day today 😊

@wildwestlady Жыл бұрын

have you tried sound machines

@janetkoball44 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your list to help us. Another idea you might consider is a friends tiny area and could visit for a while too . Or, a friend if a friend. A fast phone call and they might just say, " sure ."

@travelsnacks Жыл бұрын

YES! That's another great option.

@chrisaustin6255 11 ай бұрын

You mentioned some apps, can you provide the links

@jaystraw2182 Жыл бұрын

Hey good evening

@jaystraw2182 Жыл бұрын

Hey good morning do you have a email addy

@kimpeasester Жыл бұрын

WHAT? WHO ARE YOU? I DONT REGONIZE YOU! I HAD TO CHECK YOUR VIDEOS TO SEE IF IT WAS YOU. YOU LOOK 20+ YEARS YOUNGER FOR STARTERS. YOURE BEAUTIFUL. YOU LOOK SO UPLIFTED. UPBEAT AND WELL RESTED...

@travelsnacks Жыл бұрын

haha.. thank you for the kind compliments!! I went back to my natural hair color. 😁

@leecowell8165 7 ай бұрын

What about window coverings? Don't they draw attention? Probably not if they're blackened though.

@dianenc 2 ай бұрын

I've found it to be a "catch-22" - if I'm in a Cracker Barrel parking lot overnight, I definitely make use of my sun visor for my front window and tarp to cover my side windows for privacy, as I know I'm allowed to be there. But in a hotel parking lot, I might use my sun visor, but think that using any window coverings, etc. would just draw attention to my car in a place that I'm technically not supposed to be overnight.

@nisagomez4366 Ай бұрын

My vehicle is stealth so I prefer parking with other cars on the street in front of apartments / condos..

@dougronald561 Жыл бұрын

I’ve also gotten “the knock” even as a paid customer at a 5 star hotel. As long as you’re careful, staying in a vehicle overnight is as safe as staying in a hotel.

@ghhtdesfh Ай бұрын

I want to live in a van down by the River !

@eequeenoid Ай бұрын

I think every person (who has lived in their car), has had a dehumanizing experience. It's when those events continue to happen and with frequency and times of vulnerability...that make people snap or disconnect. I'm saying this because it takes extreme organization to make it living in a car. I don't think the world knows or believes that.

@wymandyer6261 21 күн бұрын

a great list and cracker barrel has a new ceo vowing big changes,,,,good luck to all out on the road

@dailywithdeb1469 Жыл бұрын

I'm thinking with all the attention to vans . Maybe cars are better .

@welcometoreality3450 Ай бұрын

Sadly many businesses have signed up with tiwing companies who routinely patrol lots that have signed up with them....not sure how they can just try to tow your rig when somone is in it....maybe just the attempt to tow is enough for them to charge you for a tow? Idk but thats just evil! FYI there are tow truck scammers who will try to STEAL your rig too! That opens up lawsuits for businesses

@jeffstone7261 Жыл бұрын

DOWN TO EARTH-HUMAN TO HUMAN-LOVE IT-thanks for not being a fake click bait diva-ALSO LOVE THE BLOOPERS

@Art.the.Vegan.Health.Student Жыл бұрын

👍

@UTeeNye 6 ай бұрын

I don’t think it’s good idea to tell anyone you are living in a vehicle because it is look at by society as going against the norms. This can in some instances cause people to hate you. So better to keep it personal and live like that in secret. Human nature can be nasty and unwelcoming. Keep your personal life personal and don’t reveal too much of yourself and put yourself in vulnerable situations where others can exploit you. Learned from my own mistakes in past and have wise up since.

@characteristicallyauthentic 4 ай бұрын

😂 I’m telling everyone that I’m doing this. Saving $3000 a month. Traveling, Showering at Planet Fitness. Working from my office. In about a year I’ll be looking for a house to buy. It’s becoming the norm.

@p-shawn5781 Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂.... Bloopers

@travelsnacks Жыл бұрын

😊

@kathryngraham1694 Ай бұрын

Are there any specific areas you wouldn’t park?

@wymandyer6261 21 күн бұрын

i would avoid construction area as theyre always dealing with theft,,,dont need that burden

@mhermit 27 күн бұрын

You're not traveling alone, are you? If so, call your dad often. He worries.

@FlyhighLittleDrone 3 ай бұрын

I’m not scared of no ghosts

@et2525 6 ай бұрын

Where to Park When Living in a Car!! (TOP 27 Places to Sleep!!) 🤫

@CindyCaVANas Жыл бұрын

Do you ever have concerns about travelers on foot trying to get into your van? I had an incident happen and I haven't been able to shake it off. 😏

@randall44lee Жыл бұрын

That has happened to me now and then. Just make sure you keep your doors locked, and valuables in front out of sight. I like to loop my seatbelt through the front doors, so there's no way to get in, unless they break a window. Most people won't want the attention of breaking a window.

@CindyCaVANas Жыл бұрын

@@randall44lee Unfortunately I don't have the seatbelt loop option on my doors, or I would definitely do that. The front of my cab is clear and free of anything to see. Thanks keith for responding. 🙋‍♀

@martijordak806 Жыл бұрын

I have had that happen, especially at rest areas. I always double check my locked doors and don't get out at night. I tell them thru closed windows to get off my rig or they will b hopping on One leg!

@CindyCaVANas Жыл бұрын

@@martijordak806 I was woken up by the sound of the door opening. A man had jumped into my drivers seat. I yelled WHAT THE HELL!!! and just kept yelling get the .....out!!! He had no idea I was behind the curtain. After what seemed like a minute he got out..I jumped in my seat and drove off. I just can't shake it off. It's been ruff.

@martijordak806 Жыл бұрын

@@CindyCaVANas that's more than scary! How did he get in?

@m.sandradhee998 Ай бұрын

If u don’t want to steal a free breakfast from a hotel, don’t mention you slept there, but ask if they have a price for just the breakfast. They just might

@BruceLyeg 2 ай бұрын

You'd go broke parking at hospitals here at $20/hour

@shellykp33 Ай бұрын

I would also suggest SOME public libraries. YMMV and always check with staff but many will allow it, especially if they offer 24 hour free wifi in their parking lot like mine does.

@suevanpatten5828 6 ай бұрын

As an older female, I don’t think I’d feel safe any where.

@KingsterLovey 4 ай бұрын

Stay home then.. simple..your deadbolt and couch are waiting for you.

@suevanpatten5828 4 ай бұрын

@@KingsterLovey why so triggered? It was just my own thoughts.

@kathyharmon2093 Ай бұрын

@@KingsterLoveyRUDE

@fredderf3207 2 ай бұрын

Cracker Barrel restaurants usually have some long parking slots for RVs or vehicles with trailers.

@glamourgirl1962 Жыл бұрын

Oh and we’ve stayed in hospital emergency room parking lots. That’s a good one.

@patrickdevlin7125 2 ай бұрын

It is not welcoming at all where I live. Parking enforcement is everywhere, even carpools. Nowhere in the city is safe because of the druggies. Homeless druggies leaving trash everywhere and smashing windows out to see what they can steal from vehicles. Even the outskirts of town are not safe because they live in the forest and come out at nights. Three things that might help keep you safe are 1. Having shatterproof film installed on your windows. 2. Get inside locks so if someone does smash in your window they can still not open the door without the key. 3. Security cameras. You can buy a set of 4 backup cameras on Amazon with a monitor so you can see outside. It even has night vision and recording capabilities. It is fairly inexpensive and buying 2 sets would leave you with no blind spots around your vehicle. Yes it might get parking enforcement to mess with you more but it would help me sleep better if I was doing it. You can have an outside light that you can turn on from your bed to scare off thieves and let them know someone is in there and everything is being recorded. 360 degree (limited) night vision and takes very little electricity according to the specs. Things are getting really rough out there people. Happy travels and stay safe.

@judyclark8653 Жыл бұрын

What if the motel patrons who come in at night can’t find a parking spot because you’re taking up space? Not very nice.

@quartytypo Ай бұрын

Squatting beats living in a car. In many states it takes 2 years of legal wrangling to get you out.

@kathy2024 Ай бұрын

I've been sleeping overnight in a hotel parking lot for past 3 weeks in evenings and because I stay "under the radar" and have hotel experience with how things run, I've had absolutely no one bother me whatsoever....and I've got access to restroom and....delicious free breakfast every morning.😊 Everything I need is available around me and I don't have concerns about using up valuable gas....and its always quiet ❤