Driving into BULGARIA (Ep. 1)

[@carolhindley7942]

This is just so exciting for all of us to be able once again to follow along in a new country on a new adventure this time with Brian ski touring. Can’t wait to see what’s next. 16:01

[@KrystaNorwick]

Yay!! Thank you!!

[@paulbrown7369]

A new adventure to share! Some of my favorite Croatia videos were the ones where we got to see both the hike & the support stuff from the van. Hope you can get a few more like that this time as well. Have fun and looking forward to seeing Bulgaria!

[@KrystaNorwick]

Will absolutely try to make that happen!! Thanks for watching :)

[@lorijeffrey605]

Another exciting beginning to a different adventure. Looking forward to following Brian’s progress xo

[@KrystaNorwick]

Thank you!! Should be really interesting!

[@kennorwick]

Watching your video now as first viewer. Love D

[@KrystaNorwick]

Amazing!! Thank you so much for the support :)

[@brlowe1]

I have another question. What is your experience in all of Europe for finding places to sleep at night? Also I'm so happy to see you posting some more videos.

[@KrystaNorwick]

We have been using the super helpful app Park4Night. We have also gotten used to finding spots on our own that look good. Generally in rural areas it has been super easy to spot a quiet looking spot and discreetly stay the night. Every few weeks we like to stay at campgrounds so that we can do a proper reset.

[@Designer_TopG]

​@@KrystaNorwick Park 4 night , got it !

[@Designer_TopG]

Bansko ski resort, wow , its nice. Was cold ? Or not too bad. What time of year is this.

[@silveroproprio]

Im a 18 years old portuguese guy that fell in love with van life due to having a "free" spirit idk ahahah I just wanna say that I really want to do this with my girlfriend one day and this videos are our perfect "movie" date night! What kind of jobs are the best for this lifestyle? I am a graphic designer.. Is it a good option? Big hug from Portugal!!!

[@KrystaNorwick]

Hi!! Thanks you so much for watching! Nice to meet you! It is a very fun way to live with a partner. There is always excitement and new experiences to have! I think any remote job would work pretty well. I think a job where you don't have to do too many calls and meetings is ideal, because with all the variables that change during van life and full time travel, it can be hard to always get to meetings on time. But it's pretty easy to buy SIM cards for your phone and have connection everywhere you go. If you can do your graphic design remotely and not have to go into an office, then I would say that's a great job for van life! Hugs to you and your girlfriend!

[@Designer_TopG]

​@@KrystaNorwick Silver, job is job, so you buy van for vacation time . Then it works like that.

[@brlowe1]

Hi Krysta, been watching your videos for a while including the shipping your van over. Quick question. What is the insurance costing for the Van in the countries you have been in? I was told a while ago that it was about $2000/month but just heard from someone else that their green car (Insurance) only cost them about $750 for 6 months. Any help would be great. Have fun and be safe.

[@KrystaNorwick]

Hi Brandon! Thanks so much for watching! What we have found is that collision is ~$200 CAD per month, and comprehensive is more like $1,000+ CAD per month.

[@M25Republic]

There is no way to ski the Balkan mountain from the Black Sea coast. The mountain is not high enough in its eastern part. The Balkan mountain is extremely dangerous during winter, not advised to climb or ski there. The cold air from Siberia meets humid and warm Mediterranean air at that mountain.

[@KrystaNorwick]

Thanks for the information! If you check out my most recent video you'll see that Brian has to start with hiking and will likely be hiking for a good portion of the route due to the lack of snow. We have lots of training and experience in winter travel, but we will not hesitate to skip sections if they are too dangerous.

[@SuneBerlin]

So sorry, but it is much to warm and had only a little small amount so snow and the forecast is'nt for lower temperatures and fresh snow. May be go first for some hikes and not sure what to do at the Seaside. without 06.01.2023 for the Iordanov den Festival. Sune

[@KrystaNorwick]

Thanks for the info!! It's so sad that there isn't much snow in the mountains this winter :(. So far Brian has been hiking and he might just continue to hike as far as he can. We will just change up our plans as needed with the weather.

[@SuneBerlin]

@@KrystaNorwick may be the next days will change something if he will make the Kom Emine way and today the first heavy snowfall happened here into the mountains. Thumbs pressed and have a good time.. Sune

[@KrystaNorwick]

@@SuneBerlin let’s hope there is snow in the mountains!!

[@Designer_TopG]

Stoked? This is word of americans...