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The exact cost of getting into RV camping for our family? $71,795. I tracked every single dollar. Everyone shows you the sunsets and the s'mores. Nobody shows you this. We're a family of four and this is what it actually cost us to go from zero to fully set up for travel trailer camping. A Used truck. A Used camper. Every hose, pan, and toilet chemical. I'm a Vice President of Software Engineering by trade, and spreadsheets are kind of my thing. So today, I'm walking you thro

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From Family Moments to Shared Stories When we first started camping, it was just for us — a way to spend more time together, escape the grind, and create memories with our boys. But over time, we realized something: these moments weren’t just special for our family, they could inspire others too. That’s how Chai in Camper was born — a place where we share our camping journey, from chai by the campfire to biking through campgrounds, in hopes that others will find inspiration

More Than a One-Time Adventure When we first tried camping, it was meant to be a break from the routine — a chance to slow down after years of constant travel and work demands. What we didn’t realize at the time was that camping would become a way of life for us. Even after dozens of trips, we still look forward to packing the camper, brewing chai by the fire, and heading into the outdoors. So, why do we keep coming back? The Escape We All Need Everyday life is busy. Between

The Wake-Up Call From 2017 to 2019, my career had me constantly on the move. I was traveling 3–4 times a month , with 12–15 international trips each year . On paper, it looked like success. In reality, life felt like a blur. I was missing birthdays, school events, and the kind of everyday family time that builds real memories. One day, it hit me: my kids were growing up fast, and I wasn’t truly there for it. I did not want to continue missing real life , in the name of pro