Why We RV And Work Remotely

The first thing we do is research different boondocking or camping websites and apps. We like to use Campendium and Sēkr because these two usually provide reviews on both cell service coverage and details on which carrier has the strongest signal. We actually travel with three different cell service carriers—I’ve got one carrier, Rocio has another, and then we also have a hotspot from a third carrier. So, if we’re ever in a campsite that has spotty service, one of our three carriers can usually pick something up and we’re covered. We also purchased a WiFi booster for our camper van and this really helps. We simply turn on the hotspot and place it next to the booster, and we instantly get an extra two or three bars.

There are plenty of advantages to working in an RV. First, it has really helped us manage stress and practice patience. If we ever start to feel overwhelmed, we can take a break and step out into nature, and then come back feeling more rejuvenated and see our work in a different light. Second, being on the road allows you the opportunity to meet a bunch of new people—some of which can lead to new job opportunities or even just career advice. You start talking about what you do for a living or your career, and maybe someone has done the same thing or something similar and you can share your experiences and learn from each other. And lastly, the best thing about working remotely in an RV is that your office is constantly changing. We’ve taken calls from the peaks in Glacier National Park all the way down to the beaches in Key West. It’s so much better than going to the same building every day and sitting in the same office with the same view.