A Guy, a Girl, and a Campervan - 1 - Tour of the van we live in

February 2015. A tour of the campervan that we've been living in (full time) since 2 weeks prior to our wedding in July 2014 (7 months). We spent 2 months traveling Canada for our honeymoon, and then settled down in Ontario for the winter.

[@janiznick]

you shouldnt care what other people think you guys are smarter then any of your family and friends this is the generation of tiny space living love it keep warm.

[@georgelprajescu4356]

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[@ZE308AC]

Nick j and their is more freedom

[@kristibeth6370]

You guys are Adorable and clearly in love !! Great video!

[@jimbronaugh]

It's funny what different people find impressive and inspirational. I thought that table was the cat's meow and I didn't know that van seats in the front would swivel. It is a simple thing, but it is fun for me.

[@MsPoprouge]

I sooo want a Camper van, even if it's a cargo van that I convert. I own my own home, and was just like anyone else. Soooo my dream. I'm jelly. Thanks for sharing.

[@benwright9853]

..she got jelly causa you

[@longhaulrider9095]

MsPopRouge . Great. It is my goal too. Are you already living your dream in a van?

[@mafuscum]

That table setup is the best I've seen yet. That goes for old, new, stock, and diy mods. Before I bought my roadtrek I must have watched every camper van tour and class B sales video out there, and that setup stands out. Awesome.

[@BackToReality]

Matthew Diem My goodness, thank you for your compliment! We spent several weeks trying to figure out what to do for our table. This was the best solution we could think of, and we couldn't be happier. Perhaps we'll post a future video about how built it. Thanks for your comment!

[@puterausman7682]

Nice film..wE actually was doing what you guys do but we only got to the third months as my wife got pregnent and the whole things change. However wE still has not let our dream go, we just put it oN hold as we take care our growing family...watching your film is a refresment for us..thank you and keep it up..PS my wife cry when i show your film to her, it is just like our honeymoon.

[@TryMyMartini]

I love your setup. I've watched a lot of these, and this one is a layout I could live with. Very cozy!

[@spegal08]

Thanks for the Tour and inspiration! Well made video. Hope you two keep warm this winter.

[@jamesart9]

Really like your guys lifestyle and energy. You can feel the warmth and affection. Good luck to you both. And thanks for sharing. Hope to see a lot more of your adventures in the future. Hopefully you have a lot of footage from your previous adventures that you can start putting together and uploading as well.

[@chriswilliamson1460]

I've really enjoyed your videos. Thanks so much for sharing them!!

[@JCredTV]

Rock on! I fulltime in BC, but couldn't imagine in Ontario all winter!

[@BackToReality]

***** Hey, thanks Justin! We've watched a bunch of your videos and love your setup! We were in your neck of the woods last summer. You've got one heck of a city (and province). Thanks for the comment!

[@JCredTV]

A Guy. A Girl. And a Campervan keep on rockin'

[@JCredTV]

Mary Weather I'm pretty sure it is the most popular in the country for sure. Although there are people in all provinces, but that wouldn't be my cup of tea lol. People here play tennis in t-shirts on Christmas day. (That's no joke, I even put that footage in a video last year haha).

[@annisarich]

great couple . you are laying the foundation of a good marriage with this adventure.

[@BackToReality]

Richard Lindsay Thanks Richard. That's nice of you to say :)

[@ronrollins7125]

Glad you all are having fun and doing what you want to do. That is the best thing in life do what you want with who you want to be with. Hope you two have a great life together and fun with life. My wife and I will be buying a camper to travel the USA and renting out our house. You two give me more of a push to want to do it sooner!! Thank you so much!

[@sonnymoon6465]

That table is COOL !!!!!!!!!!!!! The whole camper is awesome !!! Nice work !

[@veroniquest-martin2280]

Wow ! I find it brilliant and I think that more people should live like that. Thanks for sharing ! You're inspiring !

[@BackToReality]

Véronique St-Martin Hey, thanks so much! We really appreciate your comment!

[@sandybroderick973]

OMG - I just LOVE this!!! You both are so inspiring!!!

[@whatyoumakeofit6635]

I ran across another video of yours awhile back. You had demonstrated that genius table you made. That table is brilliant !!!! Its one of the best designs I jave ever seen.

[@tombair1]

That table leg is pretty clever, might steal that idea. Thanks for the video.

[@ronque23]

Can't wait! So inspired to hear from people like yourselves and your adventures! Keep it up! Hope to be an RV class B'ee soon myself!

[@BackToReality]

Ronald Scott Glad we could be a bit of an inspiration Ronald! Good luck to you on your future adventure! :)

[@kellyeats_oats]

I lovvve the folding table idea! You guys are awesome. Thanks for sharing

[@davefleming-bird122]

Loving your series guys, more more more. Nice to see real people embracing life and it's challenges. Take care from the UK.

[@BackToReality]

Dave Fleming Thanks Dave! We really appreciate your comment!

[@Fartdemon]

Its like living in an awesome fort with your best friend/the one you love. Sold!

[@BackToReality]

CareandCompassion I couldn't have described it any better! You are EXACTLY right! Thanks for the comment CareandCompassion!

[@VagabondMorrison]

Awesome setup! I added this to one of my playlists for cool van builds!

[@-fuk57]

I keep coming back to your videos. They make me long for cozying up and battling the elements.

[@Kudagraz]

great energy guys. clearly having a good time. enjoy every moment of it.

[@BackToReality]

Rich Russet Thanks Rich, we sure are! :)

[@TheMusachioedBrony]

I think you two are super smart. What a phenomenal way to start off your married life!! It is so insanely difficult nowadays to get started in life-I wish I had done what you are doing and been able to save money for a house right away!! The worst thing ever is to get caught in the rent trap or saddled with a hefty mortgage. I know all too well that life has too many twists and turns-just because you have great jobs and your health right now doesn't mean you always will!! My good friend was able to live with his parents, save like crazy and and at 27 yrs old paid cash for a house in Chicago with a garden rental unit. He and his wife both work and bank most of their salary-amazing!!

[@BackToReality]

Geny R. Thanks so much Geny! Your friend certainly seems to have done it right! I wish we would have done this sooner.

[@mixer14316]

Love this video. Thanks for sharing this. I loved it.

[@jorgedacosta8957]

I love you guys, its a great video and really loved how you showed your van, i just loved how you pointed it all out. Keep up the great videos and God Bless the both of yous.

[@lurchie]

I LOVE this idea. I think you have to have a REALLY special relationship to live with someone in ultra close proximity like that. Good for you guys!

[@BackToReality]

Thanks Jeff. We are pretty lucky. :) Paula

[@AugustCooking]

I enjoyed the style of this video. :) You two are such a genuine couple. I will keep on watching. :) Thanks.

[@BackToReality]

+August Cooking Aw, thanks so much August! :) We really appreciate that!

[@beancr7072]

Thanks for sharing your adventure guys, looking forward to hear more.

[@BackToReality]

Jean Croton Thanks Jean! We appreciate you watching and your comment!

[@CampervanCory]

Awesome i love it! I also live in my van full time and travel with my dog. Very nice van hope to see yall on the road one day! Safe travels! and good luck!

[@kb9847]

just discovered you guys. I'm Canadian too so I look forward to checking out more of your videos. Great job!!

[@dynamicresistance]

That pipe table is genius, thank you for that!

[@GrayPower60]

I love to here about Canadians living in Vans, RVs and Campers all year long. I found your channel and decided to binge watch you guys from the beginning of your channel. Thanks so much for sharing. Hugs, Donna (also in Ontario, lol)

[@elainewhitehorne6533]

I’m envious. I love your videos, one day I hope to get my own van to live in.

[@tyshannap4449]

Love the pipe and table feature. Very creative.

[@MiguelFlores-nx2op]

Great dynamics between this couple.

[@101perspective]

I like how you guys are taking a more realistic approach to this. Some seem to think they will grow old and die in their camper van... or, they simply don't think more than a day or two ahead. While that is possible, I just find it unlikely most that think this will be thinking the same thing 10 years down the road... let alone 40 or 50 years. You guys know that eventually you will need/want to move into a house. So, in addition to using the van to adventure around, you are also using it as a tool to help you meet your future goals.

[@BackToReality]

101perspective We couldn't have explained it better ourselves! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@ajpinz9064]

this is awesome I have always wanted to live this kind of life style but because I live in Ottawa I though well there goes that lol but you guys are doing it and you are such an inspiration to me I can't even tell you thank you for doing what you do and giving me hope that I can do this to one day!!!!

[@DiveBarSavant]

I really like your set up! Best of luck to you two, I look forward to seeing more videos.

[@BackToReality]

Luke Borchardt Thanks Luke! We'll do our best to get a second video uploaded within the next few days. We appreciate your comment!

[@SeGoFreda]

Absolutely nice indeed! It seems tough to me though, in this temperature, but that makes it extra exciting. I hope you'll keep this up for a long time, so I can follow you!

[@LifeOfSammieAndSummer]

Awesome video guys. Look forward to more videos!

[@BackToReality]

Aaron DeBoer Thanks Aaron! We should have another up in the next day or so. Thanks for the comment!

[@asimplekid7387]

Both of your are great storytellers! Looking forward to your future videos.

[@BackToReality]

***** Thanks, we appreciate it! I see you're also enjoying van life! We'll check out your channel as well!

[@markheather1488]

Thanks for sharing. Live life like this while you can. You won't regret it even if it seems a bit rough at the time.

[@BackToReality]

Mark Heather Thanks Mark, I think you're absolutely right!

[@pajalolful]

Big respect for your decision... U made your dreams come true,,alot of ppl havent courage to do this, but they want,,including me:-)! have a nice time!!!

[@vanskate180]

Your setup is amazing ... I am jealous... good job guys

[@CherylYax]

You two are incredibly awesome!!! Thank you for your inspiring, gut honest story!!!

[@BackToReality]

Cheryl Yax Thank YOU Cheryl! We appreciate your comment :)

[@scottkempf1074]

Very nice. You two are very good on camera and very personable. Keep on rocking in the free world!

[@BackToReality]

Scott Kempf Wow, that's so nice. Thanks for the comment!

[@71jdonn]

love the table ....and the liquor cabinet....we're looking to get one for a "Weekend Warrior"....thanks for the tour and ideas

[@adelelashmawy2156]

You both are great ! Keep doing what you guys want to do ! Ignore the in-laws! Just do you ! What a great team ! God bless both of you.

[@uplift56]

U all, are a awesome couple!

[@BackToReality]

+Joseph W. Awww...thanks. -Paula

[@lionpaw4621]

+A Guy. A Girl. And a Campervan Keep it up.

[@nicholausbuthmann1421]

Yeah Definitely!

[@levikyori2010]

very neat! my fiance got me into living in a van and traveling as well, at first it was terrifying thought, but after seeing, reading hearing from other people about it, I grew more and more excited. we get our van in a couple of days! anyways! have fun you guys!

[@BackToReality]

Trix Jaravata Van living may not be for everyone, but most people would be surprised! You guys are probably going to love it! Good luck with your new van. Let us know what you think once you get it!

[@IsaacEyeSickFry]

Awesome camper & best swivel table setup Ever !

[@BackToReality]

Isaac Fry Thanks Isaac! Much appreciated!

[@rosalielehnerd6623]

I love you guys! Alan(my boyfriend) and I have big dreams as to how we're gonna live on our own for cheap. Y'all are great encouragement to keep us from giving up on our dream to eventually move to one of our US States or maybe even from the US to Canada in our RV trailer or camber van, live off the grid, build a home, grow our own food, and have children together. Thank you for proving that it's cozy and possible. 0:) And also for being the perfect source for awesome guideance!

[@lisabrand6980]

You guys seem very happy and in love, congrats!

[@TheMetroPhotographer]

I love the way you edited this video. Best of luck to you guys!

[@BackToReality]

TheMetroPhotographer Hey, thanks TheMetroPhotographer! We're learning as we go, so your comment is much appreciated! :)

[@Machewching]

I really like your set up! I recently purchased a conversion van and I plan to put swivels on the front seats like yours. I like how you have curtains to block the front for privacy so the whole space can be used. Most vans have a privacy curtain behind the front seats.

[@wesleygonzales2049]

awesome setup!!! what a lovely couple, too.

[@BackToReality]

+Wesley Gonzales Thanks Wesley, that's super nice of you to say!

[@mrbr549]

I love the way you guys have your van set up. Everything looks really well thought out and installed expertly. You both are out going and friendly, so I know you'll have many subscribers and viewers. I'm subbing and looking forward to future videos.

[@BackToReality]

mrbr549 Thanks so much for your kind words!

[@ly0nslife]

Watched your house tour from my recommended videos and now i need to start from the beggining. Will put a message on the newest video when i get there. Hope you're both well and happy :).

[@crossroadswalker]

Great video you two. Thanks for sharing!

[@BackToReality]

Dennis Crowley Thanks for watching! And thanks for the comment!

[@CarpenterStables]

I'm so excited to have found your channel! I'm in Ontario as well, originally the Ottawa area and now in Southern Ontario, and have been toying with the idea of living in a van for a bit to see the country and the continent while I'm young. I am so excited to watch more videos to see how you deal with winter!

[@debsw127]

Are you aware of anyone in our area that customizes vans?

[@CarpenterStables]

Unfortunately not, however I did have an ex that worked in the RV world and most of the guys at trailer dealerships do side jobs like restoring campers. You could always try that.

[@debsw127]

thanks

[@toptobottom247]

So there is the awesome reason. You did a big tour and now your living off grid saving money to go buy a house eventually. Believe it or not its also making your relationship iron clad which makes for an amazing life.

[@BackToReality]

Terry Henry Thanks for your comment Terry. It's not always easy with two people in such a small space, but I agree, this will be very good for our relationship in the long run. I can't think of a better way for two people to get to know EVERYTHING about one another :)

[@johncnorris]

Hey there! Just started watching your videos. I like your swing around/swivel table.

[@BackToReality]

+John Norris Thanks for watching John! We plan to post a video about how we built that table in the near future. A lot of people seem to have liked the design. Thanks for your comment!

[@piflavour]

Seconded

[@lindseymiller8805]

+A Guy. A Girl. And a Campervan I enjoyed your video. :)

[@pressedearth9492]

What an adventure you two have had.

[@ravsingh1576]

Hi, I've seen a few videos about couples who live in a van and I've always noticed they seem much more happier and genuine without so many possessions. I'm from UK London and definitely want to try staying living in a van for a few months. You both seem like a great couple! looking forward to more videos.

[@BackToReality]

+Rav Singh Thanks Rav. I think you might be on to something with the increased happiness being directly related to the decrease in material possessions. If you do it, I highly doubt you'll regret it! Thanks for your comment, and good luck!

[@ravsingh1576]

Thanks. Good luck with your adventures, I'm looking forward to seeing your next few videos. Take care.

[@gregoryglenn6261]

Good for you guys!! I think what you are doing is awesome!! Live life and have fun! :)

[@johnramos9861]

The heck with what other people think,you'll have a lot of freedom maybe every one else envey youll.You two are a cute couple I plan on converting my long wheel base aerostar van to a camper van.Thanks for the video, I got some great ideas from you'll God bless you both and happy and safe trails to you'll.

[@paulsantos914]

You guys got a pretty awesome camper van! Very nice indeed!

[@MartyLInTheDoghouse]

Really enjoyed the videos. I live in Ontario ( Southern Ontario actually) as well and I would love to do the full time thing but always thought it would be too much of a challenge to stay warm. I'm happy to see that you guys show that it's possible. Your van is awesome. I've always liked the living small concept.

[@BackToReality]

Marty L. We were pretty nervous about the winter at first too. But as time went on and the temperatures dropped, we eventually realized that it's completely doable. Our furnace pumps out plenty of heat, and we spent a lot of time finding and sealing drafts and cold spots. But most nights, after the first 5 minutes or so, we were toasty warm! :) Thanks for watching!

[@1wiley12]

Just bought a Dodge B2500 Van. Thanks for all the idea's.

[@BackToReality]

+Dragonfly Rich That's awesome Dragonfly! You'll have to let us know how you enjoy it now that you've had it for a couple weeks!

[@patriciaorsborn7165]

I've never seen a pull out pantry/counter space under a stove before, that is so cool!

[@DRE-he7uz]

A great Video...5 yrs ago i started living in a great van i have all i need and more in my van. The money im saving is crazy...I'm in Northern Maine and like you guys said with the furnace i breeze threw the Winters...Thanks for your postings there great !

[@BackToReality]

DR E That sounds awesome DR E. 5 years is an amazing commitment and accomplishment! Thanks for sharing!

[@AUSSIEMADMATT]

Great video, what you said about seeing your own country first is what everyone should do.

[@BackToReality]

AUSSIEMADMATT Couldn't agree more Aussiemadmatt! Thanks for your comment!

[@WheelDweller]

Beautiful rig! I wish I was there! I lived 11 years in one a LOT like that! Keep up the challenge!

[@BackToReality]

+Brian Fahrlander Thanks Brian! ELEVEN YEARS?! My goodness! Hats off to you! What made you move out?

[@WheelDweller]

A Guy. A Girl. And a Campervan Mom had a small stroke and a fall (in the space of two weeks). We figured she wouldn't be around long, and I had the older children, so my brother DIDN'T have to take care of her....and I was there 15 years! I'd be out on the road right now, if I could get some maintenance-help...

[@tinabeane]

Hi, Just found your channel, great vlog! Looking forward to hearing more of your story. Take care, Tina

[@BackToReality]

tinabeane Thanks so much Tina. We hope to post more videos soon. Thanks for watching, and thanks for the comment!

[@tookielee9655]

I love this vid. So down to earth!!!

[@OverkilledUnderdog]

Good on you. We just sold our 1982 Getaway van. Not as nice as yours and no way would I live in it longer than a week! But I totally respect you for doing this!

[@BackToReality]

+OverkilledUnderdog Thanks Underdog, we appreciate it!

[@Ms40Watts]

Wishing you both the BESTEST this life can offer… and you're not crazy I'm hoping to upgrade to a van… because I lived in my Hyundai Sante Fe over these last winter months by choice to see if I could do it. We were 'lucky' in the West this year because it was a considerably milder winter then normal. I only recall one week total of bitter cold weather and I couldn't run the car overnight or have a heater. You two had a van of course and the bonus of BODY HEAT….lol I'll bet it was not only memorable but 'sealed the deal' because clearly you both look very happy together… Blessing's in life and all its adventures :) PS) Our stories mirror each other… odd. I travelled from the West to the East last summer and lived in the Sante Fe for four months… I loved it. Mind you after the winter decided need an upgrade :)

[@BigDaddyJDog]

Y'all have a new fan in Texas! looking forward to seeing more vids!

[@BackToReality]

Thanks Jeremy! We are happy you have joined us. :)

[@sunnypumkin]

Love your videos and thanks for numbering them. I subscribe to a number of Van Dwellers youtubes and would like to watch from the beginning but hard find the start of their adventure.

[@BackToReality]

Phyllis St.Cyr I'm so glad you find that helpful. I've often wished that youtubers would number their videos as well! Thanks for your comment!

[@rafaelgabrielagapito8481]

I enjoyed watching you guys.

[@79tazman]

That is awesome that is the same thing I want to do get a van just like the one you guys have a travel across Canada I live in London Ont so that's cool to see other people from Ontario doing that.

[@BackToReality]

+79tazman We highly recommend it! An adventure of a lifetime!

[@davidpedder9048]

Good for you guys !!!!! You will be able to save soooo much money.. I had a van like yours, a few years ago. But with the 3 kids ( got crowded fast ) We bought some land in New Brunswick, and next summer hope to start building a off grid tiny house on a 30 foot trailer.

[@BackToReality]

+David Pedder David, you have no idea how inspirational your comment is to us right now. Hopefully, in a few years, we'll be able to make a similar comment on someone else's video. Thanks so much.

[@moonchildani]

Thanks for sharing. I just got me a Camper Van, which I plan to use quite a bit on wknd trips and music festivals and eventually would like to take off on longer trips. :D

[@BackToReality]

Ani Ore Sounds awesome Ani! I know you'll love it! Let us know how it goes once you've tried it out a bit! If you have any questions, we'll do our best to help out!

[@Nolabels_noboxes]

Very nice video.. thanks for sharing!

[@JM23007]

Oh man, you guys are living the life! Not just the awesome relationship and traveling, but the amazing van. I'm 5'3 (160 cm) so I wouldn't feel cramped at all. Great video. (:

[@JM23007]

paul s Yeah, you know, I probably wouldn't even have to duck my head in there. Just walk around comfortably. Like some kind of hobbit...haha.

[@joda9232]

Simple life and i love it.!

[@iStephler]

Love love love this!!

[@PrabhatDayal]

You are good people. God bless you. Stay safe.

[@BruceP]

I have an identical Pleasure Way, 1992 to be exact. I love it. Bought it last year for $2k and put a few thousand into it and now it's like brand new. I only wish I could convince the wife to sell everything and go full time.

[@BackToReality]

Bruce Peresky That's awesome Bruce! We see a few of them on the road, but most are newer. glad you've got it running like new. You'll love it!

[@snow24lion]

Hi from BC. Love your van

[@TheDevorah1836]

This is great! I have a little VW vanagon and took a nice easy 5 week sojourn this fall.. definitely thinking of getting a little larger van (with furnace and A/C and solar and now that my kids are grown, living in it full time.. isn;t it amazing how little of our stuff we need!

[@BackToReality]

+TheDevorah1836 That's awesome. I've always loved vanagons and am often quite envious when I see one in person. Though, life would certainly be a lot more difficult without the couple extra amenities that our slightly larger van provides - especially through a Canadian winter. You're absolutely right about how few things we actually NEED though!

[@TheDevorah1836]

+A Guy. A Girl. And a Campervan The whole NEED thing is one of the ways that we will save the planet. Yes , your larger van certainly has some comforts I would NEED in Canada! best of luck, I will subscribe so I can see future videos!

[@thisjustin6150]

I love hearing stories about us tough canucks hanging out in places like this!

[@BackToReality]

***** lol, gotta represent! :)Thanks for the comment Justin!

[@thenoworriesnomad]

A great van, Im in the UK and full-time in a new VW transporter T5, its fully converted and i love it...iv just found you on KZbin and will definitely be subscribing & following you...

[@BackToReality]

Mark Wright Your VW sounds awesome. Someday, we would love to visit your part of the world. Thanks for watching!

[@thenoworriesnomad]

No worries, are you on Facebook..

[@nancybarrows3219]

Awesome. Thanks for the tour. I couldn't hear so I'll try again.

[@rickhoff3558]

romance is good but it gets great as you age. Just sayen .Love our neighbors in the great white North. Very nice vid guys, be safe.

[@Cheapers-Vac]

With the pandemic almost 1.5 years old. I wonder how you have thrived in this time. You are freaking AWESOME ! 🤔😁

[@KevinASullivan]

You guys are cool, thanks for the video