Key Tips for Sleeping Well in Your Vehicle with LikeCamper

Thanks to the fact that the LikeCamper bed base is a slatted base, it provides additional flexibility to the bed. Thus, unlike solutions based on drawers or perforated wooden boards, which are more rigid bases, the LikeCamper slatted base better adapts to the body, improving the quality of rest. This feature, combined with our foam mattresses of 30 kg/m³ and 6 cm thickness, offers the necessary comfort for a restorative sleep.

Moreover, it's important to consider several aspects to ensure you sleep well and comfortably when spending the night in your camper van. Below, we detail the most important things to consider:

1. Choosing the Right Place to Spend the Night

Choosing where you'll spend the night is crucial to ensure a peaceful and safe sleep. Here are two key aspects you should consider:

Feeling Safe: The feeling of safety is very personal and varies from person to person. However, it's always advisable to research the area before choosing a place to spend the night. If you're unsure, opt for areas permitted for camping, well-established campsites, or places where you know other travelers have had positive experiences. The tranquility of the surroundings will allow you to relax and enjoy a worry-free sleep.

Access to Basic Services: If you don't have a portable toilet, it's essential to plan how you'll address your physiological needs during the night. If you're not in a campsite or a place with public services, the most civic option is to find a spot in nature that offers the necessary privacy without disturbing neighbors or harming the environment. Ensure the place is suitable for this and always respect the environment.

To facilitate the search for safe and equipped places to spend the night, you can use apps and websites where other travelers share their experiences and recommendations. These tools allow you to find locations with available services, such as bathrooms, electricity, or safe areas for camping, thus improving your travel experience.

2. Ventilation While Sleeping in the Van

Ventilation is crucial to avoid the accumulation of vapors inside the vehicle while you sleep. During the night, breathing generates moisture, which can condense on the windows if there isn't proper air circulation. Some solutions for this include:

Slightly Lowered Windows: Leave some windows slightly lowered to allow air circulation without compromising safety.

Doors or Tailgate Slightly Open: If you're in a campsite or a safe area, consider leaving a door or tailgate slightly open to improve ventilation.

Choosing the right method to ventilate your camper van depends on the environment you're in, but it's always essential to prevent moisture condensation inside the vehicle.

3. Ensuring Privacy in the Vehicle

Window Shades or Insulators are essential to ensure privacy and prevent sunlight from waking you up. Although they can have an insulating function, their effectiveness is limited if the vehicle's chassis isn't insulated, as metal easily transmits temperature. Additionally, the need to leave a window or door slightly open to prevent moisture condensation further reduces their effectiveness as thermal insulators.

Alternatively, if you don't have window shades, an eye mask can be an effective solution to prevent sunlight from waking you up in the morning. However, keep in mind that you'll lose some privacy.

Another important tip is to have earplugs. These are especially useful if you plan to sleep in urban areas or places where noise might be a problem. They help minimize interruptions caused by environmental noises, ensuring a deeper and more restful sleep.

4. Bedding

Nighttime temperature is a determining factor for a good night's sleep. Generally, you'll sleep according to the outside temperature unless you've installed an auxiliary heating system in your vehicle. Using the vehicle's heating or air conditioning at night, in addition to the noise it generates, can consume the battery and fuel considerably, which is not advisable. Therefore, it's important to prepare with the right bedding according to the time of year you're traveling.

Conclusion

Ensuring you sleep well in your vehicle is easier than it seems. Opt for a LikeCamper bed and follow the various tips we've provided. With a bit of planning and the right accessories, you'll be able to enjoy a restful sleep in all your adventures.