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[@grayfox9911]

It's good to see you and Jasper ans Napoleon again! Take care of yourself & the fur babies! 💗

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you! Will do!

[@michaelfinnegan1542]

Try Swift instant coffee.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Will do!

[@stevesobiech2626]

Actually Aldi instant coffee is great tasting and very cheap I get the red cap jar it’s caffeine

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Ooo I’ll have to find some!

[@stevesobiech2626]

@@TailsofWanderlust I realize taste(coffee)and other things are subjective to each person. Getting your master is something to be proud of congrats!!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

@@stevesobiech2626 Thank you!

[@MarjB-u1x]

Every time I pass a Visitor Center entering a new state, I grab a state highway map. Offline maps!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Smart!

[@bryaninnc5511]

Great to have you back. I can't stomach instant coffee. Too many c-rations back in the day, I guess. We do pour-overs (metal basket over mug) when we're traveling and we save the grinds in a container until we can dump them. Congratulations on finishing your masters!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Metal basket pour over is an interesting idea!

[@brunnie]

Good to hear from you again, glad you're having a good time. Remembering the cash,quarters, and checkbook was something I had to recall last year too. Checks were needed to pay for water/dump fee at NFS campgrounds, and quarters for laundry (thanks for the reminder I need to restock the trailer with them.) You mentioned Starlink... Have you converted your Starlink to operate off 12 volts or are you running it off the router and inverter? Can't wait to see where you are next, so until next time... Travel safe.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Router and inverter for now but goal for this summer is to flat mount it and switch to 12v.

[@buymywings]

Great to see you and the gang back on the road again! Almost there with the masters! Very exciting and congrats in advance, Cass!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you!!

[@noseefood1943]

Aww… napoleon is having senior incontinence. I also carry quarters for Aldi carts and parking meter with no card reader. Lance looks roomier btw…

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Good point quarters are needed there as well!

[@mygreatescape]

I love Starbucks Instant Coffee too! I just recently tried it as an alternative to the gross coffee at work and wow! It's much better than expected. It always tastes really fresh and zero grounds to throw out. I love that you mentioned it haha ☕️

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Haha love it maybe we can make Starbucks instant coffee a thing!

[@leeeverett8109]

5:57 Try "Cafe Bustelo" instant coffee. It's the best tasting imo; I got the idea from PCT Thru Hikers.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Ah will do thank you!

[@TrishBenedict]

To the cash checks and quarters I would add, carrying some laundry detergent and making sure that the cash has some small bills. Sometimes you get to a laundromat, and they don't have soap in the dispensers - or it's gawdawful expensive! Even if we go to Europe, I learned to carry a bit of detergent (I use soap sheets, so easy and portable. I went to a laundromat in Berlin once and was confronted with a wall full of very high-tech electronic soap dispensers which I didn't understand how to use. So much easier to have your own on hand. But the small bills are great if you go to a campground and there's no host and they want you to leave the money in a dropbox. Once we forgot to bring our checkbook, and that way we were able to leave exact change for the night's stay.

[@cindyfrakes3311]

Glad to see you on your videos. Congratulations in advance. You are an inspiration for how you juggle all your dreams. We look forward to the next time you can update.❤

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much!

[@SuzanneHarden]

So nice to see you again! Thanks for the travel info. Congrats on the near completion of your Masters Degree! Hope to see you, Jasper and Napoleon again soon!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks!! More once I graduate!

[@Lozenhimer]

glad things are going better this trip with the new rig. i know i've said this before but you always explain things in such a way that you make me say to myself..."uuhhh i didn't think of that". thank you for being thorough. also, congrats on graduating in april!!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you!!

[@SuperMaosy]

it was a treat to see a new video again. I always love your theme music... so downright cheerful!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@tombouman4485]

You're a rock star, Cass, good to hear from you again. Trust me, lots of us are aware of the issues with our pets, it's not for the faint of heart. Take care and be safe!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much!

[@richardwagner3317]

Glad to see you posting again and enjoying being on the road. Thanks for the tips. Will keep those in mind when we go out full time.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Have fun!

[@duathlete827]

I've used instant coffee for back packing, beach trips etc and works great with very little mess.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Other great uses as well. Starting to really love instant coffee

[@ladikmk]

Hi Cass! Great tips and it was good to see you're all doing well. I love the Starbucks Via Instant coffee as well; it's delicious! Tastes just like brewed to me, and that little packet easily makes 15 oz cup of coffee for me. They say it makes 8 oz, but that's way too stout lol. Can't imagine not having waterproof covers for a mattress and seats in your vehicle as well when you have pets. They're worth every cent and then some. Hope your last class goes well - bet you can't wait to be done. Safe travels & stay well.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks Lis! Yes so excited to be free again!

[@Jonty_and_Chantal]

The interior of your rig is so beautiful. Good to see you three again!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you!

[@twinmom5138]

Happy Friday, Cass, Jasper, and Napoleon! Good to see all of you. 😊

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Same to you!

[@Jim-jb2jr]

I haven't tried it on Folgers, but on Tasters Choice, I would double to amount I put in the cup. I wanted a strong cup of coffee. Just a thought.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Good thinking!

[@danrandall794]

Very interesting. Folks your age leaving with no cash. I bet this is not uncommon. Folks my age hell no never going to happen. Thanks for the video.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks for watching!

[@campingboy9213]

Your dog/cat bridge looks like its working really well. So glad. How are you liking Starlink? In Jasper NP too many of the campgrounds are in trees. Go to a parking lot and I saw so many day parked RV's with a Starlink set up. Safe travels.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

I’m loving Starlink so far. I worked an entire week in big bend national park and signal was amazing

[@sparkydog2358]

Missed you all -waited for weeks to see your babies again

[@TailsofWanderlust]

More to come after I graduate!

[@maxwest720]

In cheaper European hotels they give you instant coffee in your room. I finally tried it and was surprised how good it was.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

I’ve heard the European versions are pretty good too

[@jeffvoigt3501]

Well done and good luck with your Masters! Jeff/Annapolis

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much I truly appreciate that!!

[@DennisMathias]

I'm worried about Napoleon! What was with him? Is he okay?

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Sadly it’s mostly just age and some arthritis in the rear hips. He’s on a new medicine so hoping that will help.

[@alaska-bornfloridaman]

I haven't wrote a check in over 3 years. Did that campground not take credit or debit cards?

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Nope, it was unattended. So you put cash or check in the envelope. I’ve had some State Campgrounds with that before as well.

[@GK49245]

Fun to have y’all back. Solid tips. Y’all are in one of our favorite areas, west Texas mountains. Thanks for sharing.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Such a beautiful and lesser known area of our country

[@MikeB-in1nd]

Your always learning and adjusting but it looks like your doing okay.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Very much enjoying our trip!

[@jocelynb8935]

Great tips I’ll have to remember when my journey starts. I’ll be going with my 2 cats and Luna is 13 years young and she’s enjoyed camping when we had the travel trailer and I can’t wait to take her back out into the wild…..of the campground.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

I’m sure she’ll love being back out too!

[@sheriherring1239]

Missed ya'll again. Can't wait until the next one. Congrats on the masters.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks!!

[@gregmgm06]

I always enjoy your videos! Definitely good tips. My wife and I have done lots of truck and trailer camping with our dog and so far no "mistakes" inside the camper. Looking forward to more videos from you!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you!!

[@whitleyrobertson7070]

Absolutely quarters and cash are a must…..also AAA still provides paper maps to members …so find a local AAA or order on line to be sent to your home:-)

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Good to know!

[@cjmi52]

What was wrong with him, was he sick when he had the accidents in the camper and truck?

[@TailsofWanderlust]

According to the vet he has really bad arthritis in the hips which is why. So he’s on new medicine and hoping it helps

[@cathylaplante6332]

Love having you back on the road!! I love your videos! Can you do a tour?

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Yes! I’ll try to remember to do a tour soon

[@pattyk8594]

I was just wondering the other day about your channel and how you are doing with the new rig. . . glad to see everything is working out. And congratulations on your masters degree!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you!! And appreciate you checking in!

[@ravenfeather7087]

Me also. It's nice to see you again. I'm glad your little friends are doing well in the camper and that you are enjoying it also. I especially enjoyed your comments about off line maps. I need to learn more about that. I fairly often simply have no internet access.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

And it’s so easy to forget to download those maps before heading into those areas

[@mattkrea]

Takes up some fridge space and if you like hot coffee it's obviously not an option but fridge cold brew works wonders when traveling! I make it once every 5 or so days and just take a couple seconds to make my coffee with it every morning.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

That sounds really good for summer

[@kimberlyhanson965]

I totally agree on having waterproof mattress covers...ask me how I know. Same with change for the laundry...ask me how I know. Had to change our truck camper sheets twice in one week with a sick puppy. Great post.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Oh no! Those rush trips to the laundromat are hard. Hey once you forget quarters it probably won’t happen again 😂

[@gladysfenick993]

Most people rather on or off road do not carry cash anymore . Have lots of fun .

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks for watching!

[@jeanmayfield1636]

Hi Cass and the Beautiful fur babies, so good to see you back. You are making Great videos. I hope you don't give up U-Tube when you Graduate. Congratulations on your Masters to. You and your Beautiful fur babies would be Missed. God Bless you All.😭🙋‍♀️

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Plan on posting more KZbin post graduation!

[@barbaradowney4207]

So good to see you and Jasper and Napoleon...been wondering about you and it's great to see you out and traveling. Congrats on your Masters, what an accomplishment! Napoleon reminds me so much of my dear boy named Lola, he was almost 19 when we lost him. Give him and Jasper extra kisses for me.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Will do!

[@paengsolo2047]

Hello Cass nice to see you again it's been awhile now.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Hey there!

[@michaelthompson8086]

Hi Cass From your video I got the coffee brew buddy for teardrop camping sooo easy! I’ve given a few to campers I meet. Your tips are great so I found a better way to use the brew buddy. Turn it inside out so the ring and name side goes in and the smooth side is facing out. This way the ring keeps it from sliding off your cup but the best part is when you filling it acts like a funnel and no run off and you go to the top of the brew buddy you still have room in your cup for milk or to add the lid without spilling.😊 I like using the brew buddy I use it all the time at home as well. Your videos are great and now I have the best simplest way to make coffee. Mike from Hanover PA

[@TailsofWanderlust]

So glad you’re enjoying the Brew Buddy!

[@nature10879]

Always great to learn from those who have done it

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jimgam730]

Glad to see you back on the road and posting videos. Stay safe out there. Looking forward to you next video.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you!!

[@heather.rennae]

Try Death Wish Coffee Company! They make the best whole bean, ground, and instant coffee. I always take their instant packets camping, and when I'm on shore power I use my Mr Coffee single cup maker.

[@robertjohnson1403]

Have you tried Mount Hagen instant coffee? It is the best and comes in a jar so you can add more to make it stronger than the individual packets. For your dog you could try a labeled dog water bottle to pour the left over bowl water back into and you need this hiking in the desert anyway and a collapsible bowl that packs up with it.

[@herpiggy4857]

Enjoyed your video……you ARE missed!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Oh thank you! More to come once I graduate!

[@jssl-1515-peace]

Great Video, thank you for sharing.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks for watching!

[@pdub6453]

We have good luck with the spill proof water bowl.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Glad to hear it works!

[@sarahNV816]

Great tips. And yes instant Starbucks is perfect. You need hot water and cup. So easy and pretty darn good. I live in Cave Creek Arizona and figured you were in AZ (Quartzite) with the saguaro behind you. Really enjoy your videos . Cats and dogs are the best. Safe travels.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks! Enjoy the beautiful weather this time of year in AZ!

[@robin54733]

Glad to see another video from you.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

More to come!

[@susanmorgan647]

So very happy to see you three again ❣️

[@TailsofWanderlust]

😊 thank you

[@elizzbethjiminez4817]

Im a new subscriber. Thank you for the share. Sweet a cat and dog love it.

[@rtenorio58]

Love your adventures...but curious as to why you departed from the basecamp?

[@MikeReily-kp7tz]

Question about traveling with your pets... when you stop to visit various things (museums, shops, etc.), are you planning locations where you know Jasper can be allowed or are you planning what you what to do and then keeping both pets in the rig when you venture out and explore and it happens to not be dog friendly? We want to travel with our two pups but are concerned with the condition of the RV when we return from an outing. Not sure if crating them inside the RV is the answer or not.

[@chaosncheckt9356]

Been away for awhile but is this a new cab over camper? I think the last video I watched was something about a potential facebook scam, so I"m trying to catch up now.

[@pcarr8618]

Kass, Can you do a show on the pros/Cons of both having your little airstream vs truck with camper.

[@johnyavuzcan]

What is your 9-5 job on the road?

[@TailsofWanderlust]

I’m a strategic consultant.

[@Kathy_Is_Blessed]

Loved this! 🙏 Thank you

[@TailsofWanderlust]

So glad!

[@zn6jr3847]

Thank you for the tips 😊

[@TailsofWanderlust]

You're so welcome!

[@SamBarge1]

Great to see a new video. The waterproof covers on the mattress are a great idea. I will look into that. Also looking forward to seeing more of your travels in the truck camper!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Coming soon!

[@SamBarge1]

@@TailsofWanderlust I went to a Spring RV show and was amazed by the comfort of new truck RVs. That is not how I remember truck campers from my childhood.

[@MalikUmrani]

Happy Friday Cass Welcome Back I Miss You ☺☺😊

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Hey hey!

[@desiderioyanez6272]

Aside from the types of rvs cooking at homes cleaner healthier and adds up a lot in today's prices makes up for gas car payment and insurance instead of eating out and avoids getting sick it's fun to eat at places though it's a routine thats good for traveling

[@wesmccoy7061]

Yayyyyyyyyyy you’re back. Woohoo 🥰

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Hiyya!!

[@xrpxtrariceplease2811]

So nice to see you again on youtube

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks! More to come!

[@jeanmayfield1636]

YEA Glad to know l will be Watching. Thank You 😂🎉👍🙋‍♀️

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Hope you enjoy!

[@jeanmayfield1636]

Yes Great information to All.🙋‍♀️👍​@TailsofWanderlust

[@jeanmayfield1636]

You have Amazing videos with your fur babies🙋‍♀️👍😀

[@nancyskean6425]

Always good to see you Cass! Safe travels and congratulations on your Masters!!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you!!

[@EnglishDude1668]

Aldi Instant Coffee ( not the DeCaf, never tried it ) ,,has a kick to it and works for me ✌🤙🤙🤙

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Ooo I’ll be curious to try that

[@EnglishDude1668]

@@TailsofWanderlust In my defenc e,lol, Americans that have tried it have found it similar to drinking from an ashtray ( idk how they know lol ) but its my go to coffee over here ( the US ) ( about $4.29 here in Pittsburgh for 200g)

[@TailsofWanderlust]

@@EnglishDude1668 😂 Well you’re the second to recommend it so some like it. No I’m really curious to try it

[@EnglishDude1668]

@@TailsofWanderlust how about an episode of, The Tale of the Elusive Coffee.. samples each day of different brands combined in one vlog for On The Road Coffee Connoisseurs 😄🤣🤣

[@Flap999]

Great content and as always, good to see you and the kids out again. As to coffee, might want to try some of the coffee bags (like tea bags), I have used some given to me that were from Japan. Seems they, like I love bold coffee. Makes a great cup of coffee with very little mess and the bags are recyclable. They’re a little pricey for me but can you really put a price on a great cup of Java? And congratulations on achieving your masters in the coming months. Well done.🫡

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you! And interesting on the coffee bags I hadn’t heard of those before. Thanks for the intel!

[@stretchhurion6702]

thanks for the tips I am hoping to do something similar next winter as for maps most truck stops will have maps I have found and I kinda like the paper maps they done disappear usally LOLhave a great day and enjoy

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Ah didn’t even think of truck stops!

[@stretchhurion6702]

@@TailsofWanderlust that is only because that is what I use to do for a living

[@YSBRYD-CATH]

Thanks for the tips! So happy to see the 3 of you back on the road again! 🥰

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks!!

[@stevesobiech2626]

I’m jealous looks like you’re in a warm climate!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Arizona! Was nice and warm thankfully

[@Gman-qm6bv]

Great to see your new video come out and congrats on your soon coming graduation! We sure love your videos and be safe!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much!

[@flormaldonado8418]

So good to see you and them furry babies again 🥰

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks!

[@daledervin3672]

Missed your videos!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks! More soon!

[@alvinmousseau1100]

Awesome video

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks!

[@bobculhane4746]

Good to see you guys, ty for all your travel tips from the road! ❤

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Our pleasure!

[@Cutebutnotpetable]

Oh gurl, I’ve fancy smancyed with my coffee in the past but now that I’m living in my trailer fulltime, I cannot underestimate instant coffee. I found Death Wish instant coffee at Safeway = GAME CHANGER when up early for hiking. Thanks for sharing…great minds think alike 🤘

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Ooo I’ll have to try Death Wish. I’m still checking out different brands. Nescafe is not my favorite 😂. Thanks for the tip!

[@tomassanesson902]

So awseome to see you welcome Cass🤙🤙🤙🤙

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks!

[@TamiBlackburn-om9ky]

These were great tips mainly cause nobody's Given these before.....You're a breath of fresh air KEEP IT UP!!!!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you!!!

[@ravenfeather7087]

Downloaded to what? Do you mean download and print the maps?

[@TailsofWanderlust]

There is a download option in google maps app. So it’s all still on your phone but you can access the maps without being online

[@ravenfeather7087]

@@TailsofWanderlust Thanks. Lots of good tips in your video. I never got out of the habit of having checks with me. Last year I was in Zortman, Montana (not exactly on a main road) and paid for fuel with one. And I often pay with checks when I stay in state campgrounds. Another benefit I got from your video was that I noticed Napoleon's little face looking out the window and he was so appealing I've decided to have a go at accustoming a little black female home invader to travel in a vehicle. She's only half a ear twitch from being a wild cat but she's a little sweetheart who appears to be afraid of almost nothing (except humans and that is probably not a bad thing). It'll be fun to see how that goes. If we go anywhere I'll remember the waterproof covers.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

@@ravenfeather7087 Good luck getting her accustomed! Sounds like she may already love the outdoors so hoping travel suits her well

[@debdarminio5271]

You should try Starbucks instant in a can. 40 servings per can. Three flavors. Dark, medium, & blonde roast. It runs $11.99 per can but can find on sale frequently at $6.99 a can. I use it now for my main coffee, and I’ve been a lifelong coffee snob!! It’s awesome

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Love it!

[@dnonya5208]

Missed you!!❤❤❤

[@TailsofWanderlust]

❤️❤️❤️

[@ddrennon]

+1 on the SBUX instant coffee: My go-to over many years of tent camping. Yes, pour-over is better, but instant is SO much easier and SBUX is actually quite drinkable.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Agree! So glad you enjoy SBUX too

[@GrannyZanna]

Congratulations on completing your Masters! So wonderful to see you & the crew again! FWIW, I always download my maps because heavy tree canopies can block satellite signals (a frightening experience, especially when driving at night). Hoppy trails!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Great point!

[@EricFullwood]

Educational

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks!

[@bencardelli5645]

Aero press is my coffee go to. Have enough ground for the week… And this press is quicker and best all around! Good to see your back… Good luck on the masters.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Aero Press are awesome - great choice. And thank you!

[@andychops]

A traditional GPS (ie. Garmin) works well too if you don't have access to maps on your phone.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Great point!

[@tasberry4445]

It's the end of April! Congratulations!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you!!!

[@KeriKalmbach]

Five years into my instant coffee journey and no regrets. Uses only the water you're going to drink. I did have a spill of it once that spoiled by Dyson vacuum, but that was a bit of a fluke.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Yasss! Looking forward to our instant coffee mornings in the mountains.

[@thomasucc]

Great to see you again😀

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Hey, thanks!

[@lisamarengo8482]

Congrats on degree! Try the instant nescafe classico ...best instant coffee I have tried!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you! Will do!

[@johnstricklen4093]

Rather than the instant coffee (yuk!) get some tea filters and put your favorite good coffee in and steep it in your cup for a couple minutes. Just toss the filter with the grounds and that's it for cleanup.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Oh interesting idea!

[@markm994]

I see you have 2ID sticker on your bumper. Were you a member of that division?

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Good eye. That sticker was from the prior owner.

[@Hominid999]

I'd be leaving my high maintenance fur babies behind in a kennel...

[@TailsofWanderlust]

And that's the big difference between the two of us

[@tearigg1472]

❤❤❤❤

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks for watching!