A day in the life in an old camper van (Vanagon / VW T3)

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Welcome behind the scenes of our life in our old camper van, Truck Norris. Come along as we show how a normal day in the van could look like. This was recorded during our grand road trip this summer taking us through 7000 km in Norway. Do you wanna see what our daily morning routine looks like? Or how the bed in the pop-top roof looks like? Maybe you would like to see an easy and tasty dinner made entirely in the van? It's all in here and I hope this shows some of the reality of a trip like this, which is far from glamorous, but just the way we like it!
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[@SimonBraeck]

Unpretentious and raw, this is how we rock when we are out and about. Two weirdos and a dog cruising around in our (not so) trusty van. Enjoy😂

[@WVMbe]

Simple but good, as always. Nice 15 minutes.

[@SimonBraeck]

Cheers👍🏼

[@СергейРахманин-б7я]

Совсем недавно проделал путь на своем т3 в 1500 километров и 20 часов за рулем. Даже такие длинные заезды оставляют приятные ощущения. Прости, что на этот раз пишу по-русски)) Люблю вас и ваш Фургон!) У моего фургона также есть имя)) его зовут Дринча. Если примерно перевести на английский, то это имя значит-старый, милый, забавный)

[@broness1485]

Haha, oh no, all of our quirky sides coming out here🙈😂 Simon always makes fun of me for not having any rhythm, so whenever we’re playing music he’s looking over to see if I can time the drop🥁🤷🏻‍♀️ Fun to show you guys some behind the scenes, not all days are super scenic and adventures, although we always try to put something fun in there! ☺️

[@MTravelVlog]

I really enjoyed your video. 🤩 ⭐️ Thanks for Sharing! 💕 Greetings from Albania. 🇦🇱

[@Girish_GK]

❤️ from India.its treat to watch your van life plus superb scenic backdrops

[@mecanicachomon7453]

Greetings from Palma de Mallorca, I am a big fan of your travels good job,

[@VanventureswithKaia]

Love 💙your van 🚐 gorgeous puppy 🐶

[@andresfranco10]

Amazing natural landscapes

[@thenoworriesnomad]

As always guys 👍👍...VW van life is the best life...

[@designwall8169]

Thank you guys, sharing this with us. Really enjoyed it.

[@latitude_explorer]

We can relate so much to your daily routine on the road. From falling asleep while cooking tacos, to my better half nestled in her sleeping bag on the 2nd floor and losing our minds singing on long driving days. It's weird in a sense. Btw, love this kind of raw, unscripted episode. Well done, guys! See ya 🤙

[@SimonBraeck]

Yes, you know it! That’s life on the road and we love it🤩👏🏼

[@AlexRChies]

I really enjoy these days of hours on the road. Yeah, maybe I am a little strange of that but these long days relax and disconnect me from the day-to-day living and it is the best way I know of beginning a trip.

[@IndianDigitalmarketer]

You guys are truly adorable. Can you please share your love story, how you ended up together, and started this journey?

[@timoyliaho4314]

Welcome to Finland. Here in different parts of the country you can see varied landscapes. You can search for pictures in these places, for example, Kilpisjärvi, Utsjoki, Inari, Kuusamo, Koli, Kalajoki, Savonlinna, Punkaharju, Lappeenranta, Kotka, Helsinki, Turku, Naantali, Utö, Bengtskär.

[@Braapncamp]

Thanks for sharing your trip footage and day life, much appreciated and look forward to see next episode of the trip.

[@SimonBraeck]

Thank you👏🏼😊

[@paulevans3522]

Hi guys enjoyed ur video always do till next time keep well and safe

[@SimonBraeck]

Thanks Paul! Take care😊

[@JosephPuplava]

LMAO...the flower 🌺 girl. That's really cool to see the actual bed set up. I always thought you guys would be sleeping downstairs. That dough looks so good! That church building is amazing. I can see you guys keeping Norris for a lifetime! Love your photography and vlog.

[@ec6311]

Really enjoyed the video. Thank you.

[@SimonBraeck]

Thank you!😊

[@migwi.n6746]

This inspires me to have a confirmation as to why I need a van...

[@shaunelliott5408]

What a stunning place Norway is definitely will be visiting there one day.Great watch thank you.👍👍

[@jamesb8467]

I can’t believe these incredible spots that you camp at have no other people. That’s awesome! Great look behind the scenes.

[@SimonBraeck]

Well, some hiddens gems still remain empty so we enjoy it as long as we can👏🏼😃

[@jamesb8467]

@@SimonBraeck it’s also incredible how clean all the locations are. No trash anywhere. It must be nice when a people take pride in their country. It’s a truly beautiful place. Thank you and keep the content coming

[@bluewendytube]

Another enjoyable escape, even if the weather wasn’t great, at least you’re out and about, with more fab scenery and food! We’ve just bought an old converted Toyota campervan, so looking at yours with even more interest now!

[@SimonBraeck]

Thanks! We try to spend the time efficient, and days like these calls for driving to more appealing places. Oh wow, good luck with the Toyota! Sonds like fun😀

[@bluewendytube]

@@SimonBraeck traveling around and exploring new horizons, in your own home, is just the best! Thanks, I can’t wait for our first adventure, even if it’s just a weekend up in my wonderful home county of Yorkshire!

[@grast961]

That’s a long drive! Beautiful scenery and a ferry ride must help the time and distance pass, just to get away and explore must make it all worth while.

[@dutchglobetrotter6464]

Thank you guys. Enjoyed every minute.

[@SimonBraeck]

Thank you😊

[@bolanos3]

Saludos desde México

[@sharonoldham4374]

If you haven't already check out Kendall and Glenn (Australia) they have a VW T3 they show how they do their pop up with inside support. They carry several surf boards on roof. It might work for you. Good luck 🦋

[@nydenco2867]

I love your chanel, van and adventures!!! Thank you for always sharing.

[@SimonBraeck]

Sure thing, my pleasure! Thanks

[@johjakjos]

You are the best :-) thanks for routines its really great to see how you manage this. We get a lot of inspiration for our trips in the future.

[@SimonBraeck]

Thank you for the kind words😀 I’m glad these videos can serve as inspiration!

[@Aquarevan]

Hi, nice to see you in your lovely van! We are from south France and we feel we could be your grandparents, however your van looks as the grandmother of our new California Coast! Very nice video don’t stop! Michel

[@ericpelkey2788]

What an amazing video great to see the day in the life of van life and what it takes to get to all the beautiful destinations of Norway thanks look forward to seeing more like this anxious for the new video

[@daverichard3377]

Your video adventures are 10/10 👍, thank u very much 👍🎯Vancouver 🇨🇦

[@SimonBraeck]

Thanks for watching, I’m glad you like them😀👏🏼

[@leilal8053]

I love your 🪴 plants......they make it very homey and cozy. 😊Is your 🐶 pup a Husky?

[@SimonBraeck]

Thanks! I agree. Yes, she is a Siberian husky loving life on the road :)

[@arthurplottier9783]

Very nice van and video, thanks for sharing. In Australia that kind of pop-up roof is very common and the way to improve it is by fitting struds.

[@SimonBraeck]

Thanks! We will make an effort to fix it, just need a proper solution before we mess it up even more😅

[@dirkandreas7993]

Nice to see you again! Greetings from germany, turingia!

[@andrewgardner7104]

Really enjoyed your film, you’ve earned a new subscriber. Andy.

[@anjaliparanjape9582]

Taco's were looking Good..! Very well done Chef Binedict 👌👍

[@SimonBraeck]

She’s the best👏🏼👏🏼

[@martinlaver007]

I always enjoy the vids and you do them so well. 👍

[@SimonBraeck]

Thank you! I felt like this was a bit more simple than usual, but it fun with some variation!

[@jamiedowson6482]

Hi really enjoy your videos and the fact that they are real and honest. I also enjoy van adventures. I live in Finland and have traveled around Scandinavia and some of mainland Europe. One problem I encounter is dealing with mosquitoes. I noticed you dont use nets. Also is there an app you use for recommended spots to stay overnight. Thanks Jamie

[@claretbuck1882]

Awesome guy's 👍🏻

[@Nutjobdotcom]

Great video Simon! Just about to get on a European roadtrip and its nice to see the realities of living in a van - not all the insta #vanlife over hyped stuff. Thanks for another look into your world!

[@jochenhermann7342]

your speedometer is working just fine... :) i also need to replug the speedometer cable from time to time...

[@MatadorLife]

❤❤❤

[@CivicEMII]

It’s kinda nice that you show how the real Vanlife is going on between one epic spot and another and even this Situation that you’ve shown, is not nearly the worst cases place we vanlifers slept ;-) but hell yea and amen -an epic looking spot shot on Insta is not meaning the‘re no mosquitoes at all 😂 And btw: Tacos are even on our bucket list when we hit the road. Thanks for the video 🙋🏼‍♂️

[@vwforever4131]

Greetings from So. California! Great to see you guys, again, and see what your typical day is like. I can't help but make the conversion and comparison of your fuel price there. That's almost $7.00 per gallon -and I thought $4.33 per gallon was already expensive here (much cheaper in other states).

[@wagontheroad]

Buen vídeo amigo Nosotros también tenemos vw T3 Y un canal de viajes Saludos desde España 🏕🚌🍃

[@shelekhov]

More than 3 hours driving a day is tough and hardly time for other good stuff :)

[@SimonBraeck]

Yeah, best to do it on rainy days and pass places that are not that interesting😅

[@Jimmacdonald109]

Hey Simon great vid always love and wait for your next ones Ron be released, me and my wife are trying to plan a trip to Norway next yr for 2 weeks driving from the uk and back seems to be a challenge because of the size of Norway any recommendations for the best route to drive for time and stop off scenic points many thanks Jim

[@lesvoyagesdelouis6574]

Joli !

[@leilal8053]

Gotta have my porta-potty.

[@scottbassman6092]

Good episode! How’s the new engine performing? Any possibility of getting an update and video of the Engine?

[@SimonBraeck]

It’s struggling to get enough diesel, we might need to look at changing the pump and injectors to sort it out. Can get back to it in a coming video👍🏼

[@BernardasMaksimavicius]

Nice :)

[@platinum230375]

Hi.. Grettings from INDONESIA..🇮🇩🇮🇩 Can you explain.. The equipments you guys use for shotting this vlog..? Thanks for the explanation...

[@hristonikolov454]

I really enjoyed this episode🙂 Exactly that part when you were cruising. Norway is very beautifull, and i want to thank you guys for makinig such cool videos🙃 Can't wait for the next video 🤙 PS: are you thinking about putting different rims on Norris? 🤔

[@SimonBraeck]

Thank you so much😃 Yes we are, the ones I want is not in stock right now, so I need to wait until they come back. Expect a future video showing the new wheels👏🏼

[@AdamSmith-up6xx]

Great video guys! What inflatable mattress do you use? We are looking for one like that for the pop top in our T5. 👍

[@SimonBraeck]

Thanks! Sea to Summit Comfort Delux Campervan👏🏼

[@Van-Diesel]

You use lentils as a meat alternative. Hmm 🤔 We as Vegans are looking always for new ideas. Especally for Tacos, Bolognese or Chili. Tusen takk 😊 Hadet 😁🤙🏻

[@SimonBraeck]

It works like a treat! Sometimes we use chickpeas too, or even black beans. So many flavors from the spice mix, salsa etc so anything goes 😊

[@matthiasjurisch2221]

Oh come on, Tacos for dinner is OK but really standard international average... How about cooking and preparing Smalahove next time ???... Greetings from Berlin Matthias

[@SimonBraeck]

Indeed, we should step up the dinner game and show how smalahove is made👍🏼😅

[@paulmara2695]

Hi guys! What is the make / model of mattress you guys are using in the van? Always searching for a good mattress for my van :)

[@SimonBraeck]

Hi! It’s from Sea to Summit, I think it’s called Comfort Delux Campervan or something along those lines😊

[@stephenfisher2277]

What air mattress do you guys use? My partner and I still use two single ones haha

[@irasebor]

Hey! I love watching your films. But I really miss Russian subtitles. I would be grateful if you can embed them in your videos.

[@quantumquail8516]

What do you do for a living?

[@luek-b]

Hey, what brand is that mattress? Thx

[@stianborresen3946]

What was the name of the mattress your using?

[@frednorman1]

What is the town at 8:46?The transcript says “ Ben Victor”

[@SimonBraeck]

That’s in Trondheim, specifically at Trondheim brygge. Dunno what Ben Victor has to do with it😂

[@MrCaprinut]

Hei. Hvor kjøpte dere madrassen? Trenger noe mykt når jeg overnatter på plasser med hard madrass...

[@carloshurtado802]

Hi I am Mexican and I can pretty tell those are not tacos, First of all those are no tortillas, tortillas aren't hard and in that shape, tacos don't have either cheese or tomato. Tacos are usually prepared with Tortillas de Maiz or Tortillas de Harina, they also have salsa, avocado, and lemon, that's it. No cheese, no tomatoes. 😩

[@bolanos3]

Those are not tacos, they name is chalupas, yo should come to México to try the real ones

[@martinkent333]

Do you obey traffic laws? Does your mama stop at stop signs? Do you have time to chat?