OUR STORY

This story of entrepreneurship and love for tourism began in 2019 with a young couple passionate about nature, Leila and Carlos, who chose Puerto Rico as the perfect destination to celebrate their wedding and enjoy a wonderful honeymoon. They had a clear idea of what they wanted: to combine their love of nature with the thrill of exploring the territory on wheels, waking up to the sound of the sea and surrounded by the tranquility offered by the island’s wonderful landscapes, so they set out to travel to every corner of Puerto Rico, and what better way to do it than in a camper van.

To their surprise, they discovered that there was no company specialized in offering vehicle rental services with the features the couple was looking for. It was at this moment that Leila and Carlos realized they had a great business opportunity in front of them.

Thus, with an entrepreneurial spirit and the vision to create something unique, they decided they would not only enjoy their wedding and honeymoon but also fulfill the dream of founding a business that would fill the hearts of many adventurers with the excitement of exploring Puerto Rico in a completely new way.

So, in 2019, Leila and Carlos got to work and founded the first company dedicated exclusively to the rental of camper vans in the Caribbean; they faced many obstacles, as it was a new business model, which made it even more challenging, and it was quite a challenge to make themselves known in a market that was unfamiliar with how the service worked.

But nothing stopped these dreamers, who with passion, effort, and determination managed to get their first camper vans to begin the modification process. They were not only architects of a dream but builders of a reality that gradually materialized. They designed their website and created an easy-to-use booking platform so that future adventurers could plan their trips simply and safely.

Their hard work and dedication began to bear fruit,

Their hard work and dedication began to bear fruit and little by little, the small venture grew. Social networks were filled with photos and reviews from excited travelers who had had the unique experience of touring Puerto Rico in a camper van. The news spread quickly, and Leila and Carlos began to receive more and more rental requests.

Over time, the fleet of camper vans expanded, and the small venture became a profitable business that grew exponentially. Excited by the success of their work, the couple decided to expand and offer different types of vehicles to suit the needs of each customer, from the most adventurous looking for an off-road experience to those who wanted a more comfortable and luxurious option.

The camper vans became a success, not only among tourists visiting Puerto Rico but also among Puerto Ricans themselves who wanted to live a unique experience on their own island. This led Leila and Carlos to expand their business to other islands in the Caribbean, bringing the thrill of freedom on wheels to new lands, offering more people the opportunity to explore the beauty of the region in an authentic way and in direct contact with nature.

Thus, what began as the dream of a couple became a thriving company that changed the way many people experienced Puerto Rico. Leila and Carlos proved that with vision, passion, and determination, any dream can become a reality, and their camper van rental business would continue to be a testament to their love for adventure and their desire to create unforgettable experiences for all those who dare to explore the world in a different way.

Gwyn Goodmiller
Gwyn Goodmiller
2023-10-07
This was my first solo trip and first experience in a camper van and it exceeded my expectations. Hosts Leila and Carlos are lovely, warm people and made my rental of Sofia so easy. I felt safe at night and slept well on the comfy mattress. I thought it might be hard to find beautiful places to park for the night, but that is made super easy by the long list Vive La Van provides. Speaking of beautiful places… La Poza del Obispo is stunning at sunrise, Cascada Gozalandia is worth every minute of the side trip and I could have stayed at Steps Beach all day (plenty of shade and good snorkeling to the right of the steps.) One don’t miss restaurant if you’re near Maunabo is Restaurante Paisajes Curet. It sits on a cliff overlooking the sea and Faro de Punta Tuna and the view is unforgettable. One tip - do not park in soft sand or wet grass to avoid getting stuck. If my travels bring me back to PR, I will definitely rent from Vive la Van again!
Victor Dieppa
Victor Dieppa
2023-09-27
Tuvimos el placer de hospedarnos en "Sofía," la camper de Vive La Van, durante cuatro días increíbles en Puerto Rico, y fue una experiencia inolvidable. Esta camper realmente tiene todo lo que necesitas para que tu aventura de camping sea excepcional. Desde las impresionantes playas hasta las majestuosas montañas, exploramos todo y fue un viaje lleno de asombro y maravilla. Carlos y su equipo de Vive La Van fueron los anfitriones perfectos, asegurando que nuestro viaje fuera sin problemas y memorable. Su comunicación fue de primera categoría y se esforzaron al máximo para proporcionarnos recomendaciones fantásticas para lugares para visitar y alojamientos seguros. Su conocimiento local añadió una dimensión invaluable a nuestra aventura. En resumen, Vive La Van y su excepcional equipo hicieron que nuestro viaje fuera una delicia absoluta. Si estás buscando una experiencia de camping inolvidable en Puerto Rico, te recomiendo encarecidamente reservar con ellos. Es una elección que no lamentarás y te permitirá explorar esta hermosa isla al máximo.
Daniel Bautista
Daniel Bautista
2023-09-20
It was a magical weekend. Rented Van Tito, with wife and 2 daughters (6 and 3) and stayed in the Utuado location which was perfect. The Van has everything you may need. Will definitely rent again and explore other parts of the island. The communication was excellent.
julio arias
julio arias
2023-09-18
Excelentes anfitriones, serviciales y atentos.
Rosalinda Sosa
Rosalinda Sosa
2023-08-25
Esta experiencia fue maravillosa! Alquile la Van Sofia y fue perfecta para mi, y los anfitriones súper atentos y amables Leila siempre contesto todas mis preguntas antes del viaje y durante el viaje, me hizo excelentes recomendaciones, y al saber que viajaba sola estuvo muy pendiente de mi, incluso en el viaje fue mi cumpleaños y tuvo el detalle de llamarme para felicitarme 💝 Excelentes anfitriones y Van 🫶 Solo quede con ganas de regresar a seguir recorriendo esta hermosa isla
Klrkk123
Klrkk123
2023-07-27
Everyone at viva la van is amazing! I rented tito for four days and it was just perfect. It has to be hands down the best way to see Puerto Rico. 100% highly recommend
Viridiana Ramirez
Viridiana Ramirez
2023-07-18
We had an amazing adventure with Vive La Van! At the beginning I was pretty scared to travel around the Island with a 4- and 8-year-old, but Leila helped me find the spots which helped me ease my nerves. I can completely say my boys had the best time of their lives and learned so much from leaving in a van without any electronics and just enjoying a simple life. We will for sure use Vive La Van again!!
Chantal Coutu
Chantal Coutu
2023-07-17
Had the pleasure of staying with Vive La Van, loved being able to see Puerto Rico from another perspective. Being able to pick up and go from the one place to another was the best. We could make our own food and rest in the comfort of the Van. 10/10 experience would love to do it again.
Jamie Lee Font
Jamie Lee Font
2023-07-14
Alquilamos la Van para disfrutar en familia. La experiencia fue única, definitivamente nos llevamos unas hermosas memorias con nuestro hijo. Los dueños son encantadores, no lo piensen más atrévanse y alquilen una Van!
CJ Bartlett
CJ Bartlett
2023-07-05
We were met at the airport for a week with Vive La Van adventure. They helped us create a amazing trip around the entire island. Their network of connections and places to camp was completely incredible. Best. Experience. Ever.

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