THE EPIC USA ROAD TRIP OFFICIALLY BEGINS | NORTH CAROLINA ROAD TRIP

[@kimtetzlaff5628]

Oh wow. I love the editing, photos were amazing in what was being captured. The story leads me to want to see more. Beautiful shots. Its amazing what you have done in less than a week. Yum Yum the food makes me hungry. I can see, taste, smell and feel your journey in the van.

[@Ester-ny]

Watching your vlogs makes me realize how much I love traveling with my wife. Thanks for the inspiration for places to go. You guys rule!!

[@monicaga2009]

Congratulation. you two got married. Wow, thanks for taking us to somewhere we can not visit and something we did not see. Love the flying into the clouds ending..... amazing.

[@ChadandClaire]

Thank you so much! So glad we could capture a place you haven’t visited before.

[@123321puppylover]

Living for the shots of Claire cooking full meals in the van and your fire drone shots Chad. Can’t wait to see more!!

[@taylorclark4159]

you guys have a very pleasant and reassuring calmness and i can’t get enough of it

[@deanpitman3325]

Just found your channel. Safe and enjoyable travels to you. Last syllable is more a "hay" than "ha" but I mispronounce Nathahala myself and I'm from the Pisgah next door. I'm in an 89 Ford Econoline 150 since Jan 8. In NW South Dakota tonight. NC is a great state to start in.

[@ChadandClaire]

Thank you so much for watching, Dean! And thanks for letting us know- haha we’ve been trying to figure out how to say it properly for far too long 😂 Best of travels to you as well, I bet South Dakota is beautiful right now!

[@asan1050]

Chad and Claire , Thanks for posting this video

[@me-lg1yw]

I loved the drone through the clouds.

[@ASymatryProductions]

I think I started watching your guys vids around a year ago or maybe a little more, but watching these older videos has been awesome haha

[@OliviaRuffin]

VERY excited for this adventure for you all !

[@holleym2927]

WOW!!! Amazing views!!! I live close to here and now I must go!!!

[@Tom-gf3bp]

Hallo from Germany, nice, very nice , go through this way, its amazing. Nice ride and I Hope i can see more about your vanlife. Best wishes Tom

[@ChadandClaire]

Thank you so much for watching our video! You can certainly expect many more videos to come!

[@TinyPlaneProduction]

Looks like you are off to an amazing start! That cloud shot towards the end is amazing!!! The van looks so great, jealous of the year ahead 🥰

[@ChadandClaire]

Always so nerve-racking flying the drone into tumbling clouds, but I will say, yes, that shot was worth it. Thanks for watching, Ben!!!

[@gracecopley8476]

I am fascinated by your amazing creativity. So much fun!!

[@MrTuan2908]

Very nice couple wish you guys the best !

[@rgraham1946]

Seriously you should sell on etsy… some of those beautiful pictures that you have taken … the picture of the clouds rolling down those mountains it’s gorgeous… Keep those videos coming♥️

[@birdman5223]

Charming for sure👍🏻

[@OliviaRuffin]

When you say "we are officially married" my HEART 🥺😍

[@Bowman1951]

I felt like we needed MORE information about that moment, though....haha. Did they have a Zoom wedding during the pandemic? I missed if if they talked about it.

[@faithchung8082]

@@Bowman1951 did you eventually see the wedding video? It was so touching, brought tears.

[@emilyweiss8082]

SO glad I found your channel! Crazy enough I am actually driving to Clingman Dome later this week!!!

[@ChadandClaire]

It is still a top moment and memory in our van- something about waking up above the clouds that can’t be beat! Have the best time there!!! 💫

[@stavi095]

Omg I went to that same place in the smokies last year when I was in Bryson city. I was fostering a good boy, Duke, and he got scared of the chickens we saw lol!

[@ChadandClaire]

Ahahah yes, chickens can be very intimidating to good boys. Loved both the Smokies and Bryson City-- would definitely go back!

[@DueBaci]

Amazing videos ! Thank you for sharing your trip with us !

[@ChadandClaire]

Thank you so much for watching!! So so appreciated! ✨

[@goldenyrs2516]

Congratulations on your marriage! Love the van. I have one similar, but with a low top that I’m converting. Where should I go from Pennsylvania to head out into our big, beautiful country, and maybe meet some other van lifers?

[@derykmacleod4979]

First I have t say "Congratulations!, and I wish you two the Very Best! The Van looks Great! Napping is Awesome! I am a firm believer in naps. So Chad, was the van unlocked when you ran back? I can't say how many times I have had to go back to double check something...it's not paranoia when the world really is out to get you LOL. Claire, good footwear is so important for safety. I am typically a leather boots kind of guy but I have an older pair of Teva sandals that for an easy to medium shorter hike they are great. Gives the foot a little protection on top from brambles with really good soles. I washed them weekly in the washing machine when I first got them and they kind started falling apart because there was cardboard stiffeners in it. Once I reglued it with industrial epoxy they are great, dry fast and are good when I wanna splash a little in the water lol. I am still a little kid inside lol. That mountain Top, was beautiful, the little fog in the background...too bad you couldn't just drive up and camp there for the night. I know it is kind of a crazy thought but I heard in a forum that Quiggley has converted a transit connect to 4x4 for around 13k... could you imagine

[@ChadandClaire]

Your comments are always the best! Yes, we’ve been taking so many naps in the van- it’s very “necessary” haha. And the van was NOT locked, so sprinting back was indeed a good move. Claire just got a fresh pair of Tevas, so it sounds like guys will be matching kicks. Claire is also known for repairing the soles of shoes with hot glue, until the hot glue is so thick, it creates a heel. We don’t advise anyone to do that haha. As always, thank you so much for watching! We’ll see you in the next one!

[@luciSch95]

Beautiful Vlog!

[@andrewreid380]

Looking to do the same thing in a transit connect (in Ireland). Nice couple.

[@ChadandClaire]

Ahh amazing!!!! Transit Connects are seriously the best! Best of luck to you and your build!

[@andrewreid380]

@@ChadandClaire Cheers guys! 😊

[@alvaradacosta293]

Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉 Have fun on your honeymoon travel adventures 😎

[@ChadandClaire]

Thank you so much!!!! 🥰

[@victoriac3823]

WOW the videography, so gorgeous! Is it hard to cook in the van? Excited for the wedding video!!

[@ChadandClaire]

Cooking in the van is certainly more of a challenge than in a home kitchen. But every meal is SO rewarding when it’s finally complete. I personally enjoy the little challenge haha! Thank you for watching, Victoria!

[@davidg5734]

Tell us more about the cooking!

[@ChadandClaire]

We certainly will!!!! Thank you so much for watching!

[@M0gley1111]

You guys inspire me! Keep it up! What's the song/band that played in the beginning? Sounded so relevantly enticing for a kick off to embark too

[@linecaster]

Chad and Claire, congratulations on your marriage and wish you eternal life together, I have enjoyed your build videos and this first blog has not disappointed. Beautiful pictures and arial views. Wishing you all the best on your travels. I too have purchased a NV200 and building it out. Loved your cooking Claire you both are a joy to watch.

[@ChadandClaire]

Thank you so much! The song is from the KZbin audio library, titled “555” by Endless Love.

[@ChadandClaire]

Thank you so much for watching and for your kind words, @vaalhackle!!! Best of luck to you with your build out! It’s definitely a rewarding process!

[@shelbypogue346]

The shot of Claire around 15 minutes- How do you look so gorgeous after getting poured on, hiking in the mountains, no showers in a couple days?? You guys are killing it and I can't wait to see more videos!

[@ChadandClaire]

Just me attempting to be one with nature hahaha! Not gonna lie, I’m not smelling that amazing 😂 Thank you for watching, Shelby! I miss you!

[@shelbypogue346]

@@ChadandClaire of course!! miss you too!!

[@jillianliner7486]

Love it

[@MujibmmThe]

Hey just watching your videos and think the build is great, just wondering where do you keep the tech? What tech do you have? Like the camera gear and drones?

[@ChadandClaire]

I kept all of the camera gear in my backpack and never left it alone in the van. A full list of all of our gear is linked on our website! Www.chadandclaire.com 😁👍

[@MujibmmThe]

@@ChadandClaire was it not heavy to lug arround when hiking?

[@gabriellex4862]

what type of drone are you using

[@陳文國-p2j]

Great life I am from Taiwan

[@ChadandClaire]

Thank you so much for watching! We love Taiwan (Claire is Taiwanese-American), and we hope to visit again someday!!!

[@samuelbermudez2971]

She’s pretty