FULL-TIME TRAVEL: The UGLY TRUTH no one tells you!

The truth is that full-time travel can be really tough, and it's not always as glamorous as you might think. If you're thinking about traveling full-time, be sure to watch this video first. We will tell you all the ugly truths about traveling full-time, and help you to make an informed decision about whether or not full-time travel is right for you. Thanks so much for watching!
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[@BrianandCarrie]

We absolutely love what we are doing - living a life of full-time travel. But, with it comes many not so pretty sides that many aren't aware of. Do you travel full-time? Do any of the things we mention in this video sound familar, or do you have other areas that you have experienced? Cheers 🍻

[@kevinmichel8623]

I have only experienced 33 countries and 8-9 cruises. The reason we like cruising is to sample a port like the one in Costa Rica, which really like. We would return for 2 weeks to see much more of the country. So glad we did. The longest I've stayed in a country is 3 weeks which was Bali and Thailand. But I like the idea of staying longer and keeping a home base to explore from there. Question: For the countries, cities or villages that you two have visited. Which one's would you go back to or go back to live? Peace

[@BrianandCarrie]

We really enjoyed our time in the Algarve of Portugal, and we also really liked Alicante, Spain.

[@neo3343]

We started traveling full time in Europe and it has been over 2 months now. My husband and I and my 4 year old daughter are now exhausted. Everything you’ve said here is so true. But no regrets, I’m grateful we’re able to do this.

[@judylloyd7901]

​@@kevinmichel8623 ...which ones*... (no apostrophe necessary)😊

[@boldmover]

On those down days, I usually get on the bus and ride it to the last stop. Then ride it back.

[@NewCastleIndiana]

Love that idea.

[@msjannd4]

That's a good idea, because I definitely have those days!

[@dutchylondon]

seen these types of guys on the London underground but I don't think they are full time travellers 😂

[@aandino1239]

Best way to see city, bus, tram, metro, ferry. Always get transportation card :)

[@nomadjim]

Wow, what a great video! I'm only 2 months into this nomadic lifestyle and I can totally relate to the various topics you discussed. I've chosen to do 2 weeks at a location before moving on to the next one. I really hate packing, unpacking, moving too often. Having 2 weeks gives me enough time to do sightseeing but also the extra time to just hang out, get into a routine, chill out in the apartment, or do some planning. Those days of not doing anything make you feel more like you are living there rather than being on vacation. I've also found that friends and family think I’m on one big vacation where every day is excitement, but that's not what it is. And I don’t want it to be like that! Like you said, “It's regular living…you’re just living somewhere else.” Very well put! I also don’t have a home base. I plan to go back to the states twice a year, for a few weeks in the summer and then again around Christmas/New Years. The way I've been handling the planning issue is that I only do trip planning on the weekends. Since I've retired I've noticed that the weekends are when all the working people are out doing the things they couldn't do during the week, so places are crowded and hectic. And I’m seeing it’s like that everywhere in the world. So I do all my activities during the week when the workers are at work, and then stay in and do things like planning on the weekends to avoid the crowds. Thanks for keeping it real and sharing the down sides of this lifestyle. It’s really important for everyone considering it to know all sides. But despite the little issues, I definitely love living this way! It’s so liberating! 😊

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi, Jim. Yes, despite the little issues we wouldn't trade what we are doing for anything!! We can't wait to get to SE Asia in early January. Thank you for your insights and for adding to the channel. Cheers!!🍻

[@gayjohnson9631]

Love the idea of travel planning only on weekends so to avoid the crowds.

[@cherierobbins1583]

This video right here I thought I wanted. That i would enjoy full time travel, however I did realize after months of travel I don't want it. It did lead to burn out, tiring, exhausted in living out of suitcase & lack of homemade meals. I am moving abroad to be in Europe (Portugal) full time & have a base to travel from. I need this emotionally, physically & finicially. Good luck to you both.

[@smileystevie9662]

Thanks for being open and transparent with good tips about full time traveling, Brian & Carrie.

[@A_Bunch_of_Savages]

My trips are longer now and I can relate to getting tired. Slow travel seems much more sustainable long term. I color code my travel days in my itinerary with bright yellow, and I know if I see too much yellow that I’ve been a little too ambitious putting together the itinerary and need to slow things down down and skip a few spots.

[@Kenkoopa44]

The thing I find about traveling like this is that all the little decisions we take for granted every day are much more difficult each time you start over. "where's the grocery store" "what do I want to eat" "where am I going to exercise" "how do I get to XYZ". Having to re learn all of those every time you move locations begins to take it's toll after a while. Excellent video!!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Ben! Cheers!!!🍻

[@KattieMetChris]

After almost 7 years of fulltime travel we feel qualified to say this video is spot on! So many great points and the things that are important to know for those choosing this lifestyle. While it is INFINITELY better than any life we ever could have imagined, it is definitely not for everyone. You guys are absolutely slaying it (as you are with the videos, always top quality content). Looking forward to meeting up sometime sooooooon 🤙🤙😎😎 All the best from us! Oh, and Go Ducks 🤣🤣

[@cherokesky]

Love this... Getting ready to start... Next year our adventure starts..... Fellow Oregonian.... 😄

[@KattieMetChris]

@@cherokesky Excellent!!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thanks, guys - it is an awesome life - but not for everyone is exactly right! We hope we cross paths sometime in the near future - SE Asia will most likely be the place :). Cheers 🍻

[@musselmanmedia5236]

howdo utravelfulltime

[@janh2433]

Love watching all of these videos!! We are prepping right now for full time slow travel starting in 2023 and all of your content is so helpful. It has also sparked an interest in many countries we didn’t consider. I can’t wait to see your travels in Croatia! We were there in May and can’t wait to go back. I hope you love it as much as we did!!!

[@feliciamartin6200]

I appreciate your honesty! I’m very interested in the real life issues of nomad life! Thanks for sharing!

[@TwoMadExplorers]

Fantastic and very relatable video❤

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thanks guys!!!

[@stephengunn3903]

Another well done video, can really relate to your comments. We did a 3 month fast travel in southern Europe this past spring and well it was exciting we were pretty wiped at the end of the end of the journey. Recharged and looking forward to 3 months in Southern Asia starting in Jan/23.

[@cherylreeves373]

thank you for keeping it real, I'm real nervous about traveling full time

[@midlifetravelbug]

Great video guys! We are currently in SE Asia and can relate to some of the struggles...however, we are loving the adventures as well. You guys are inspiring us to keep going and we love your videos. Cheers!

[@BrianandCarrie]

We are heading to SE Asia in January and are really excited! Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!🍻

[@Joseph-xt2qg]

Great video!! It's always good to learn about more sides of an issue!

[@SendMoreParamedics13]

As someone who hasn't lived in his home country for almost a decade, it's quite entertaining to me watching you guys learn and grow as you continue to travel. Lots of truths in this video! My girlfriend and I wouldn't change our lifestyle for anything, but it's true that it can be quite exhausting. Unlike you guys though, my (common-law) girlfriend is European, so I am able to stay in a lot of places or get visas through her, which makes things easier within the EU. We typically establish a "home-base" for at least 6 months to a year or two, and explore surrounding countries during that time. We've down short term stays and jumping around, and it's much more exhausting. When you guys end up in Asia, it will be much easier to have a "base", if that's what you desire. Totally wanna grab a drink with you guys some day. It may seen like you're complaining to some, but I know exactly where you're coming from. 😂

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi, Brandon! Someday we do plan on establishing a "home base" to travel from for long periods of time. We really like the Algarve region. We know that we can extend our visa without any complications in Portugal. We would love to connect someday for a drink or two!! Thank you for watching and for the comments! Cheers!!!🍻

[@therahughes1018]

I totally agree with you changing gears and doing "slow travel" . It's no fun always being in a hurry, not enjoying or appreciating the moment because your too busy planning the next trip. Enjoy the time to relax and you will appreciate where your at a lot more. Safe travels

[@chloesamuels4511]

Aside from the content you've shared (which I find extremely helpful), I really love the dynamic between you both. It's obvious you know each other EXTREMELY well as travel is the fastest way to see how one deals with stress and unfamiliar surroundings as well as strange food issues, lol. It's obvious you truly love each other and you are both funny and patient. There are many youtube videos out there for every place on the planet but your videos are very well made and I've noticed they just get better and better as you become experienced. I simply can't watch another 20-30 yr old eat and take selfies so it's refreshing to hear what your opinion is as I value it. Keep up the good work and thank you for paving the way for the rest of us!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Chloe, for the kind words. We try to make each video better than the last and put a lot of work into this channel so we very much appreciate your support. Thank you again for choosing to watch our channel and for commenting. ❤

[@alexsumbati4194]

Brian and Carrie,this is an INVALUABLE video. It is loaded with experiences from two real people doing what numerous people want and would want to do,at some stage in their life. My advice is : Take note and treasure the information. I can relate with some aspects of your experiences,but not all. Thank you again for your contribution.

[@snailtravelers]

Great video! As fellow full-time travelers we can relate to everything you said in this video. We look forward to following your future adventures!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thanks guys!! Cheers!!!🍻

[@Where_in_the_world_are_we_now]

Really great words of wisdom! My husband and I will be starting slow travel next June, after my husband retires, so I appreciate having y’all share some of the downsides of slow travel. Now I feel like we can have our eyes open to see the good with the bad. We are so excited to start on our adventures!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thanks so much for watching, we are happy you found it helpful - Cheers 🍻

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

Wow, guys, this video is cram packed with really good advice and insights! Thank you so much for compiling it!👍👍 Cheers! Dara

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Dara!! Cheers!!🍻

[@oldachyrunner]

Excellent video. 👍 I appreciate the heads up and things to be aware of. Cheers! 🍻

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thanks again for your continued support - Cheers 🍻

[@joannfroman4976]

Thanks for being direct and sharing your insights on traveling.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching and commenting. ❤

[@faridshodjaee]

great point to share. thank you for being so transparent and honest .

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Farid for watching!!

[@kevinmichel8623]

I just might start to carry on a fitted bed sheet... Seriously, Well done on your traveled insight. I relate to your travel videos more than anyone else, mostly because of the slow travel and 24/7 of each other aspect of it which I want to do next year. Peace and Blessings

[@richardtaylor9871]

Great video. Thanks for providing such useful information.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Richard!

[@indy345]

Thank you for sharing. Very good summery.

[@erinaustin9968]

So helpful. Thank you.

[@matthewn.2277]

Excellent video, great tips… thank you for sharing. 😊

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!🍻

[@johnrodgers2424]

I am retiring in 2 months and my wife and I are about to embark on this journey. Your videos have been very helpful and informative. You have addressed a lot of our concerns and questions, which will (hopefully) result in less surprises as we travel. Of course, part of the joy of travel, is the unexpected! Thanks for what you do.

[@BrianandCarrie]

So happy you found our videos helpful. We try to share info that we were looking for during our planning. Thanks so much for watching 😊. Cheers!!

[@subaru4me]

I slow traveled full time with my wife and three kids last year and most of this year. We had a great time and will be back to it in a month or so. Every single thing said in this video is spot on. Regarding Airbnb, often the pictures are old and when you get there it's the same furniture but is beat down.

[@lornahiggins2926]

Great video with lots of super nuggets of advice! Keep up the good work and happy travels! X

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching, Lorna!

[@MakingMoneytoTravel]

Thank you for the honesty in this video.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching Sarah! 🍻

[@sbayles5593]

Thanks for the reality check. Sometimes I get a little jealous of those that have the chance to do what you do but seeing the reality I know it’s not for us. We don’t have the personalities or patience for the difficulties you outline. Thanks for performing this service.

[@BrianandCarrie]

We just don't want to give the wrong impassion. We are living our dream but like anything there are draw backs. Some watched this as if we were complaining, we just wanted to keep it real.

[@annetterobinson3213]

Great video guys as always. Good tips for us getting ready to travel, thank you 😊

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching, Annette.

[@weallperfect]

Hi Carrie and Brian. We have watched a lot of your videos. We are very impressed by the way you tell the ugly truth in a diplomatic and honest manner.Thank you for sharing with us your very valuable experiences. Particularly this one.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for the kind words! The one thing that we don't want to do is paint an untrue picture but also realize that we are living a dream. 😀 Cheers!!🍻

[@Eschewavarice1967]

Thank you so much for sharing! I really enjoy your videos, you inspire me!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Angela! We very much appreciate you watching. ❤

[@donavin51]

Thanks for the heads up on what you're been through.

[@BrianandCarrie]

You're welcome, thanks for watching 😊

[@holdthelight11]

so glad I stumbled on your channel! it was while looking for videos about dubrovnik and mostar, and now I am hooked. cheers! :)

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much for joining us!! We very much appreciate the support. Cheers!!🍻

[@jujum.8726]

amazing info! I love all the small/important details that you shared! you painted an extremely clear picture of full time travel like no one ever did!! sounds exhausting! you guys are amazing!! love your channel

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much!!!♥

[@barbarajones7337]

Love your videos and budget sharing. My husband and I are months away from doing a hybrid version. Thank you again for the videos that have the right formula for seekers of travel life.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Barbara. We very much appreciate the kind words. Safe travels!!! ❤

[@RosarioBillingsley]

Great video. Thanks for you openness and honesty.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching!!

[@jaybenitez4489]

Thanks for sharing your experiences. Btw your editing videos are getting better and better

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Jay!! Cheers!!!🍻

[@iii_Nat_iii]

Thank you so much for your videos!! I absolutely love you guys, you are the sweetest couple and it really shows how much you care and respect each other. Keep on making videos, they absolutely make my day.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Wow, thank you, Corey, such kind words! We very much appreciate the support. Cheers 🍻

[@spiritualtraveler]

Thank you so much for sharing. I'm getting close, but planning to take off on my own full-time, slow travel in the Spring of 2023. Some points do make me nervous, but overall I still feel this is the right next step for me. Thanks for posting!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Very exciting, Michelle!! Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!🍻

[@harmlessgrey]

Super helpful. We are one week away from starting our full-time travel adventure, and it's valuable to hear about the the little unexpected details. Will help us manage our expectations and stay flexible and positive.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching Carol. Safe travels. Cheers!!!🍻

[@ElaineParrock-eu3zf]

Thank you for your response. I have started watching your first videos. You sure have taken a big decision and I wish you both the very best of luck, good health and great joy exploring the world. Elaine P

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much, Elaine. ❤

[@christinadaggett6024]

By the way, this was a great video, covering alot of issues that we experienced in our 10 years of travel.

[@ElectiveAmputation]

Maybe travel with elastic attached to clips for the bed sheet. It goes on under the bed to hold the sheet in place. And it would be easy to travel with. Thank you for this video!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Love it - that's such a great idea 😊😊😊

[@philipTOMPSETT]

Really insightful. Thanks

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Philip.

[@ngonzaleful]

So happy for you both on your travel adventures!! Thank you for not making full time travel a picture perfect poster because like with everything else in life there are plenty of challenges and you shared quite a few realistic scenarios.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching!!

[@jpn5105]

Thanks for the video. I totally agree about pillows at Airbnb. They are usually not comfortable.

[@Jim-gf9tp]

To find public restrooms, searching “toilets” (or the local language equivalent) in Google Maps has always worked for me.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Great idea, Jim!! Thank you! Cheers!!🍻

[@jillyoung509]

Great video, you covered a lot of valid points.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Jill!

[@mztango]

You caught me off guard. It's 2:18amEST. Always enjoy watching you. Good info.😊

[@BrianandCarrie]

We had some time change issues and then wifi went out - so video dropped in the middle of the night. We'll just say we were probably as surprised as you to wake up this morning and see that it had been live for 7 hours 😮. Thanks for watching - Cheers 🍻

[@mztango]

Too funny😁

[@andren7826]

We only started to travel about three months ago, currently in Spain. You are so right about all the things! When we talk to our family back in States, they probably think we are complaining, but we are not! We love traveling and put so much time into planning of the "perfect" trip(s)...well, not always the case and you just deal with it.

[@amymegginson-uz7jj]

Great information 👍

[@GPosner8]

I’ll echo what others have said and say, great video. You bring up so much that I consider to be very important topics that seem like a challenge to full time travel. It certainly didn’t come across as complaining, just the cold hard facts and reality of life as a nomad. Thank you “kids”😉😀👍🙏✌️🤙

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for the kind words!! We would trade what we are doing for anything!! Cheers!!🍻

[@kevinevers7031]

So helpful!!

[@lostamonglocals5382]

Been doing it for a little over three years and this is spot on! Great video guys

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thanks, you two!!

[@carollogan1554]

Great video and thanks for the honesty. We recently returned from a month exploring four Portuguese cities trying to decide if short or long term living there would suit us. Even with just a short version of what you've been experiencing over the past year or so, I can really relate to all of your experience and wise advice. It's exhausting! We know now that having a home base is important to us - we are not nomadic. :) We will explore a different country next year and who knows what we will discover. I really enjoy your channel and wish the best for you.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Carol. Having a home base is something that we would love to have someday. Calling something ours would be nice.

[@HereThereInbetween]

LOVED this video! I kind of stumbled onto your channel. We’re not full time travelers yet but we travel now for a month at a time in the US and abroad. You’re definitely NOT whining. There’s nothing I hate more than when a youtuber makes what they’re doing seem like it’s effortless and the rest of us are incapable because we struggle. All of these were great tips. Could you possibly link the currency exchange apps and others you found helpful? Traveling in South and Central America now, I would definitely say that patience is key and to have some flexibility built into your travel plans! And even if something looks close mileage wise it may take double or triple the time to actually get there because of the infrastructure or local traffic. I’d also say that travelers should be aware of the most used mode of transportation in that country and not doggedly stick to what they’re used to-for instance taking the water taxis in Bangkok instead of renting a car or taking the local buses in Panama instead of driving or flying. And many countries don’t allow uber or lyft except in big cities and then it may not be the best option. And just because it’s an American founded company (big car rental companies) they are run by and are subject to the laws of the country you’re in which maybe different than your countries laws.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Great points! It is always nice to hear comments from people that have similar travel experiences that we can also learn from. Thank you for the comments and safe travels. Cheers!!🍻

[@lisahinton9315]

Enjoyed your videos! Looking forward to 2023 escapade’s. Especially in Asia. When I visited China, the conditions were “harsh” to me. Interested to see how you both fair. I do hope you have planned to see Costa Rica while in Central America. That place was awesome to me. Have happy and safe travels. I will be watching!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Lisa. We could get to Costa Rica late next year, we will see. Thank you for watching! Cheers!!🍻

[@anups7958]

Amazing video guys! Solo traveller who is in his early 40’s, I can totally understand some of these. Thankfully I have always been a “slow traveller”…no compulsion to check off 100+s of ititernary.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you! The more we travel the more that we understand that we can "slow travel". We can always come back and see whatever it is that we may have missed the first time. Thank you again! Cheers!!🍻

[@ParisianThinker]

Another concern is if one of you dies overseas. It happened to my husband.

[@Tankfultravels]

We’ve stayed in our share of Airbnb’s and you’re spot on about the pictures not always being a true representation of the size. We would add that not every country has or depends on AC for comfort the way we do here in the US. And like you said that’s not necessary a con just something to be aware of. Love the video!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you!! Safe travels.

[@robertrogina]

Great way to finish the video, I think it must become your signature. Definitely good info for travelers that are looking for (full time travel) You now have a year plus experience and will go out next time feeling more ready for all challenges. We personally go out 2-3 months at a time and always come home for 2-3 months - Gives us time in a relaxed environment (home)to plan out the next trip. At one time I wanted FULL time, but my wife talked me out of selling the house. I'm so glad she did. It also appears like one of yall does most of the planning, reservations and research video editing that goes behind long term travel. We try to do a trip around an event, like Le Tour de France or hiking an area in Patagonia . Anyway, I we look forward to the next videos, we tried doing videos but at the end of the day were always to tired. By the way this was good editing with all the travel clips.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Robert. We have started to diel in our weekly videos and have ideas to make the process less time-consuming moving forward. We don't want to do 2-3 videos a week as some vloggers do. Less quality and more content do not fit what we want to accomplish. Nothing wrong with it, just not for us. Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!!🍻

[@robertrogina]

@@BrianandCarrie Once is week quality video is great - We like seeing the side trips yall are taking from major cities - Most of us travel to the known city but then not sure which side trips to take when time allows - I know we will be doing some of the side trips in Romania. Tomorrow we head out to Southern Portugal. I think I mentioned before also southern Spain, Morocco and Paris for a week before returning home late January. Looking forward to your next adventure. If ever going thru Houston we will have to meet up.

[@celtics2008champs1]

Your video is great even for those us not traveling "full time", but for just 3 weeks or a month. It is great to hear some of the things that are different than in the states. Thank you !!!!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thanks so much for watching, we really appreciate the feedback ☺️

[@gloryrich7123]

We've been residents in México for 5 years and this year we are planning to do full-time travel. Heading back to western WA once or twice a year. We're in full on planning mode. Love love love your vlogs. Keep up the great work.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much for watching!! We may be in Mexico after our return home to the PNW for the holidays! Safe travels!! Cheers!!🍻

[@elaskolonja9664]

Brian & Carrie, my husband and I love your videos. This video was what’s been missing from travel channels that only romanticize the nomadic lifestyle. Thanks for keeping it real. BTW, we just traveled to Albania this summer and plan to go again hopefully next summer. We’ll gladly exchange your lek for dollars. We live in the Seattle metro, so we can easily make the drive to see you when you are back in the area.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi, Elas! Thank you for the kind words. We are back in the area and would gladly give you a great deal on lek!! 😆

[@jorgerojas1576]

Excelente video

[@fitta74]

So glad I found your channel

[@BrianandCarrie]

We are too!! Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!🍻

[@jamies6534]

I'm just heading off for 2-3 months of expat travel in Asia so finding this channel was good timing. You make some great points. It's true, constant travel can be tiring and stressful at times. I think 4 weeks+ is a good rule of thumb to allow you to create routines and feel more like a local in a new place. It's more immersive & you feel less like a tourist. Even though the idea of random nomadic adventure sounds great, most of us need at least some structure in our week to feel grounded. I find a gym, local coffee spots and so on and that often helps to create at least a bit of that structure. I've found places that have at least reasonable English spoken are a big help as well. Currency wise, apps like Wise or Revolut are an absolute game changer. No need to pay crazy fees on your home country credit or debit cards. so convenient.

[@ShesAllEarz]

Very helpful 🎉

[@amirfardin13]

Earned a subscriber for keeping it real.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you!! We really do try to keep it real since there are also many not so pretty sides of full time travel. I know our eyes were opened a bit after the first year 😊. Thanks so much for watching! Cheers 🍻

[@BrowneyedBarbara]

Another informative video…well done.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you 😊

[@candykalama3272]

Found your infor. very helpful, Thank you

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching Candy!! Cheers!!🍻

[@elvdell5582]

Extremely wise travel tips here. Quite a few things as a seasoned traveler I had never considered. Thanks.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!🍻

[@carlotarodriguez144]

Great video! Not what I expected. I have to admit that I clicked on it because I misread Time Travel on the title.

[@BrianandCarrie]

That's funny, Carlota!! 😅Thank you for watching anyway!! Cheers!!!🍻

[@scottjohnson1964]

Honest. Thanks.

[@conniecrew2585]

Hi Brian & Carrie! Just found your channel while looking up Albania, so glad I did! We retired to Ecuador 4+ years ago from Oregon and I didn't even know slow travel was a thing. I feel like I've been living under a rock! Better late than never, I guess. Thanks for thoughtful, direct videos that are real, my husband and I appreciate what you're doing and sharing. Salud! ❤

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi, Connie! We are happy that you found our channel too!! 😁 Thank you so much for the kind words and for watching. Welcome to the community! Salud! 🍻❤️

[@erikaburgos759]

I am slow traveling in the Balkans myself right now and I can 100% relate to every single point! I miss soft, comfortable couches and bathrooms that don't reek of mold! I am a vegan, and it took me 5 weeks of being in Bulgaria before I finally found tofu! Ha ha! It definitely has its challenges! Thanks for the great video! It makes me feel better to know that I am not the only one experiencing these things!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Finding tofu in the Balkans only took you 5 weeks!? 😆 Thank you for watching Erika!! Safe travels!

[@karens6053]

I like your honesty, keeping it real

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Karen!

[@fahhadm_alq]

I like you guys, you are realistic and your explanation is fantastic.

[@BrianandCarrie]

That is so kind. Thank you so much for watching and for supporting our channel, we really appreciate it 😊

[@yvonnewatson1506]

than you so much. Your blogs are so helpful. It’s my dream to travel 3 months of the year or I’m returning. We are off th Da Nang and Phuket next week x

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching, Yvonne! Enjoy your holiday and safe travels!!

[@thegreatsummeradventures2842]

great videos I really like it

[@wesgraham2262]

Brilliant eye-opening video! As a fellow world traveler, I completely agree with ALL of your points. I finally have a comfortable mattress in my apartment that doesn’t make me feel like I’m sleeping on a wooden plank. Mosy mattresses are so hard. I also have 2 big, fluffy pillows, not just one pillow as thin as a towel, haha. Little things do make a difference!

[@rosaglem1905]

This was extremely relatable and comforting as it helps you realize it's not just you when you start to feel a certain way at times. Always grateful for your truthfulness and not the always pretentiousness express by so many about this lifestyle. No matter the few downsides, I too love this life. I solo travel, seeing you two, I have a minute of wishing I had a partner, not necessarily romantic, to be on this journey with and then I think how much I don't feel like dealing with anyone else's moods on top of my own. LOL! It would be great to share some of the housing expense though.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Rosa, we do a "Cost of living" video after each location that we visit. We discuss all of our expenses including our monthly rent. Thank you for watching our channel and taking the time to comment! Cheers!!🍻

[@rosaglem1905]

@@BrianandCarrie I have watched your cost of living video breakdowns in past weeks/months. I love your videos.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Rosa!

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

I’m glad you are learning to pace yourself! You definitely want to avoid burnout 😉

[@johnkeith1964]

Having just tried to go from Funchal Madeira to Seville today, and being forced to check our luggage in Funchal, we are without our luggage tonight due to air traffic control delays. But as others have said, you get a lot of of what you describe on on the short trip as well. We are exhausted and look forward to our down day tomorrow. So we totally agree with the hassles that travel introduces. BTW, Funchal is not a place that fits your target of $2000/month or having more than a few historical learning opportunities even though it was recommended to you as potential location to try out. It was expensive compared to Spain, crowded in November, and doesn’t offer much of options to walk to in town besides a restaurant, bar, or some event. Very hilly and that really restricts where you can go without a car. No beaches or marinas, but great weather and Heinz catsup. Love your videos!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, John, for the tips on Funchal. Nice to know what we can check off our list, despite it having great weather and Heinz catsup!! 😂 We hope you received your luggage!!! Cheers!!!🍻

[@MagentaOtterTravels]

The fitted sheet thing is one of our pet peeves! Yes, yes, yes! Drives us crazy!

[@FlyingDressStThomas]

Very true!!!

[@daniellelinslimaleal2355]

Great video! Hope you come to Stockholm sometime!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Danielle. We will make our way to Stockholm someday!! Cheers!!!🍻

[@livingworkingoutsidebox]

I'm binge watching your videos 😮😊 I'm enjoying the way you two click together while providing great insights. 👍 Have you all thought about just booking 4-6 days in an airbnb then with feet on the ground find local rentals for the remaining 26-24 +- days you'll be there?

[@BrianandCarrie]

So happy you are enjoying our videos 😊. We don't do that as we really like to look forward to the next location and get there and settle in. Having to look for a new place, figure out price and move again never sounds like a good idea for us.

[@user-jg9xy2ux4g]

Really loved this video. I always wondered how you both manage to stay looking so fit. I can see our lives being pretty similar, we both intend to study something online or volunteer to make sure we have a purpose. As we won't be going the KZbin route:)

[@BrianandCarrie]

KZbin does keep us busy, but we do enjoy the process.

[@beverlyb6391]

I agree with everything you're saying. After 3-4 months out I wanted to sleep in my own bed. Cook in my kitchen or eat in one of my fav restaurants. We had travel agents booking everything. Traveling on land we had professional drivers, we flew commercial and private jets, etc. I'd call my mom more than I ever did when I lived 20 minutes away. Arriving back home was the cherry on top.

[@kcsnew]

Great educative video. What you folks shared absolutely real and agree. Recently we stayed in an Airbnb rental , it looked big in pics but after we checked in surprisingly small. I also noticed especially when you go from US to Europe lot of challenges finding restrooms. Age old problem still exists in Europe and Asia. I like in US we have taken all that into consideration everywhere we find restrooms it makes it so much easier here. Food is a challenge again in the Europe restaurants, even worse for the vegetarian options. It is tough to cook after an exhaustive site seeing day. In some countries in Europe especially Switzerland every store offers nice sandwiches, the train stations are equipped with lot of restaurants and you can grab nice freshly prepared pasta go back to your hotel or rental home and eat. But not in every country , like France we found it hard. Your video helps more travelers to get mentally prepared on that. Cheers👍

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for all the comments! We really appreciate all the support!! 👍🍻

[@MikeS29]

I love this run down. I think my husband and I will plan to have a "homebase" that we return to and travel frequently from there.

[@BrianandCarrie]

That would be a nice option. Someplace with a small airport.

[@natalyaa4928]

We are doing it now, with a toddler! We are choosing our next country and Croatia came up as a great place to go , and that is how I found you guys!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Wow!! With a toddler even!! Croatia is a beautiful country that we didn't explore as much as we had originally hoped to. We will be back soon to visit Zagreb and more of the islands. Thank you for watching and safe travels!! Cheers!!🍻