First Time VAN LIFE in Australia Begins | What is it REALLY Like?

[@johngodden4363]

A serious safety hint kids. When driving on a freeway with multiple lanes cars will creep up in your blind spot. ( about parallel to your sliding door. ) - so when changing lanes put indicator on for minimum three seconds and take extra care to search that blind spot in your mirrors. Vans are different to cars because of reduced visibility so look into your mirrors often.

[@yumemirutenshi]

This inspires me to do my own van trip. The rawness of the vlog gave us a real glimpse of potential issues we could face. Really great and enjoyable video.

[@project_where]

So glad it inspired you! ☺️🫂

[@SoccerRush]

Hi I just came across this channel and am currently watching it till you both stopped at Hopkins Falls. At 34:47 I just wanted to mention that I stayed with some friends at that house in the background a few years ago. Ok... back to watching... thank you for showing us your trip! I hope to do this one day! Enjoy!

[@kartof1]

Very entertaining. So much cinematic technique setting up shots to show walking away and then after going back for the camera.

[@ometofu]

Wait wait wait. 1 hour. We are here for a treat!

[@stojanpavlovic369]

Great to see you again guys! Best regards from Switzerland ❤💪

[@project_where]

Thank you! We're so glad you're joining us on our van life journey 🚐

[@CruisinMotorhomes]

What an amazing episode guys! We're SO thrilled you enjoyed the van life!

[@project_where]

An amazing episode thanks to your wonderful campervan☺️🚐

[@Tanzilya_super]

Красивая зеленая Австралия!!! Джастин , Алина вы молодцы!!! Осуществили свою мечту. Я с большим удовольствием смотрю ваши видео. ❤❤❤

[@project_where]

❤️❤️❤️

I recently bought a van and drove it 2,200 km in Australia. Although my van is not a camper van like yours, but its a very nice and big van for work and newer model too. I had the same great feeling driving it all those kms and sleeping in it for 2/3 nights. you sit quite high and yet the steering is very nice and light so makes manoeuvring easy to handle.

[@leephom5499]

You guys are so sweet I hope joy and love forever for you both

[@project_where]

❤️❤️❤️

[@shanelambert6192]

Did a Perth, Adelaide, and Sydney trip a couple of years ago. In February so I didn't take any winter clothing. After my first night in Adelaide, the first thing I did in the morning was go buy a jumper. Then the weather warmed up, and it was several months before I needed warm clothing. The temperature can be unpredictable in Australia.

[@jeremysun7365]

No matter how hot the day is, the night can be so different.

[@nicholaslam831]

Love love your video ! Keep it up ! Enjoy your van trip make the most out of it !

[@jackjacko8706]

Great video, with a natural feel to it. Good photography and I am sure as the trip continues, so will your experience. Just a side note that many people do not realize . When turning on a gas bottle you only need half a turn, it is not like a tap. In an emergency it is only half a turn off. The valve does not need to be opened fully. Drive safe.

[@project_where]

Really? We didn’t know that😮we were told to open the gas fully! Thanks, now we’ll keep it in mind.

[@otabekpardabaev4929]

A great channel and a great video. I wish I had explored Australia more when I was there. Hope I will have another chance in the future.

[@project_where]

We hope you have another chance to explore it! We’re loving it so far! 🇦🇺

[@patrcikdevries6973]

you 2 are awesome together makes more memory's you never know wen its your last

[@yoggyyoggy4598]

This was really cool to watch Justin, keen to see where u go next ;)

[@biswasgauseuddin7821]

Finally your dream came true ❤❤❤

[@texas_concern4133]

I just found you videos today, I've watched you last 7, loved the trip through Russia and your sharing of Russian life.

[@project_where]

We're so glad you're enjoying our journey! It's been an amazing adventure, especially in Russia 🇷🇺:)

[@pcfcgt]

I am so happy for you guys, enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@gavinskrtzz8180]

Hey, I really enjoyed watching your travel experience in a motorhome. Being a couple that can still stay very healthy and prepared is defiantly something that makes the trip a lot more enjoyable. I look forward to seeing an update on your fun.:3

[@MaraudersWorld]

Glad you are enjoying Oz. Explore ... be happy!

[@Linda-JRT]

The Umpherston sinkhole looks amazing and is something different. Great road trip.

[@edwin-qb3lm]

You guys really organized for the trip! Best way to spend time together and see Australia. 🌷💓♥️🌹🙏💪🇨🇳🇭🇲

[@project_where]

Thank you so much! 🫶

[@ermond]

Are you coming to Brisbane? I'll show you both around

[@alanbgtan]

When you first picked your vehicle & the later was introducing, best to video record her instructions.

[@aminsaney-y1j]

Aussie really dream place for me can`t wait to enjoy with that weather

[@ki2000ki]

Three weeks of joy.. not sure about any time after that.. be safe out there

[@weishen5938]

Good 2 see u guys this happy unfortunately FIAT stand for Fix it again tomorrow.

[@АлексТор-т6т]

great trip guys!

[@oxoelfoxo]

so nice to go on this trip with you guys! Australia's so beautiful (at least the coastal portion haha)

[@project_where]

We are so glad you’re enjoying it with us!

[@anggiliem2084]

make me want to go campervan too.. maybe sometime when i have time with my family and go to australia to do this 😍😍😍

[@angteannmeng]

Thanks for the great video. Im from Singapore 🇸🇬

[@alexzonneveld34]

Thank you for this wonderful thread 🎉 live it 🙏❤🌂🧳🪰🦘🐎🦙

[@GaryDiamondComedy]

Great video guys! I watch a few travel vlogs and this is one of the best! Love the detail and all the places you stop at, meals etc Plus an hour long is great! Can't wait for the next one. Keep having fun guys and never forget how lucky you are to have each other 😊

[@project_where]

We are so glad you're enjoying our journey 🫂☺️

[@palmacate]

Loved this episode!

[@moniquedoherty8831]

We picked up an old flying Drs ambulance and did a conversion on the cheap. We are constantly adding to it as we can afford to. The ambulance cost $28.000 and it cost us even on the cheap $6000. That included us having the electrics looked at by an auto electrician. We got a a cabinet from IKEA to convert into a kitchen. I only had three weeks to convert it. So everything had to be basic.

[@project_where]

Wow a converted ambulance, that’s awesome!! Three weeks for a conversion sounds intense, but it must feel so rewarding. Love the IKEA kitchen hack!

[@pushpnaidu2530]

Have fun you both, it’s on my bucket list to travel around Australia one day . This will give me a lot of ideas . Just subscribed. Cheers

[@project_where]

We're so glad you're joining us on our journey! 🇦🇺

[@NeilHarvey-z8d]

We did a lot of van travel. Now at 75 we need to do it another way. I can recommend van life. Best wishes for a wonderful trip.

[@project_where]

It sounds like you’ve had some great van life adventures! We’re hoping to enjoy a lot of it too!

[@dianahan2390]

Awesome to have van home ,❤ drive safe n see both of them soon 😊

[@TungNing]

I am from Indonesia and a fan of your journeys. I do hope u gain more and more subscribers (maybe activate the auto generated Indonesian translation to reach more Indonesian audience that can't speak English?) . Really like your videos. And this one is one of the best 👍❤ Can't wait for the next episodes!

[@project_where]

Hey, thank you so much for your support! We always enable auto-translation for all countries 😮 Could you please check if it’s not working?

[@TungNing]

​@@project_where oh never used the auto translation before. Have tried. Yes it works! 👍💪

[@Oleg_Ya]

Ещё полностью не посмотрел, слишком уж огромное видео, прям целый фильм :) Но уже здорово! Поздравляю!) Когда исполняются мечты это прям шикарно!) PS. Кстати, по поводу формата, имхо, час - это многовато, т.к. не у всех есть время посмотреть такой большой фильм за раз, а потом можно и забыть досмотреть :(. Обычно 25-35 минут считается оптимальным вариантом длительности, чтобы там всякие параметры важные для ютуба не падали (удержание зрителей и всё такое, например, могут подписаться чтобы посмотреть следующую часть если видео остановилось на интересном).

[@project_where]

Да мы когда снимали, не рассчитали что так много выйдет 😅 уж очень были взволнованы новым путешествием и хотелось все все показать и запечатлеть ☺️ но спасибо за совет, учтем!

[@jofiedler]

I just discovered your channel. Great to see you enjoying our beautiful country. I have a van similar to yours and it cost $100k. Not cheap but an older one can be around $50k. We love vanlife.

[@user-od3ur5em4c]

Hi have been there many years ago and it is beautiful in summer on a 44 degree day

[@project_where]

😁

[@user-od3ur5em4c]

@@project_where The sink hole in SA where you both walked down to touch the water. When I was there here was no stairs or man made platform, we jumped in and had to climb back up. It is something I will never forgot. SA gets very hot in Jan/Feb and I remember that it was in the 40s that particular day. No one ventured to far away from the edge. Enjoy your travels and I look forward to watching many more :)

[@geoffgeoff344]

Hi ho,J&A,WHAT FUN,a great experience for you guys and us going along for the ride.must say you two are so suited,positive,happy outgoing,and adventerous.i,m scottish descent ,and love the space and feel of rural and bush.i was thinking of alinas russian,ness and justins asian ,ness mixed with the adventure and enthusiam of our multiculture,you two are such a fun mix,lovely to see you having such a satisfying fun adventure,and doing it together as a couple and as mates.you have the aussie pioneer spirit together with your great cultures,wow isnt life good. enjoying your bubbly positive spirits.enjoy,and thanks for the ride.from west australia.

[@project_where]

Thanks so much, Geoff! Love that you’re enjoying the journey with us. Mixing cultures and adventure definitely keeps things exciting! Sending good vibes back to WA🫂

[@kbunchar]

Can you share with audiences about location of your past camp sites and how much you pay a night? This will help me to visit the same in the future. Thanks

[@typhanthongphay]

Awesome Legends 😁

[@krh007]

Chiming in from Perth & have watched your vids over the past yr or more & very entertaining with a great attitide to embracing life. My son has 06 Ford Transit Van (white) that is petrol (better than diesel for power/torque & maintenance costs) with low kms (like only 150km) and in perfect cond. He had it as a tradie van for while but now works FIFO on the oil rigs & the van just sits parked up at their hse. Building out a van DIY is not hard & tons of info on YT. All you need is basic tools from Bunnings. I am sure he would part with it for aprox $12k

[@project_where]

Thanks so much for the info! That’s super helpful as a reference if we decide to build our own van in the future! Pretty sure I’ll be glued to KZbin tutorials for everything, haha. Honestly, it sounds like it could be a lot of fun to build one!

[@mdjahangiralam4488]

Very nice. Best wishes for both of you

[@martha9393]

Wow Van trip.!! Enjoy guys❤️❤️

[@project_where]

❤️❤️

[@rusellrayreston1651]

Wow amazing trip. Enjoy life always. 🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤

[@project_where]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@sliceout9040]

Glad to see you're doing well! Best regards from Germany!

[@project_where]

Thanks! We're so glad you're joining us on our van life journey 🚐

[@sliceout9040]

@@project_where Haha I never left. Met you first in time travelers relax hostel like 2 years ago and been following your content on and off. :)

[@WhizChua]

it's Inspirational. 👍

[@yinghaotan5884]

Mount Gambier!! Lots of Vietnamese settling over there back in 1970?

[@OilBaron100]

Welcome to Australia, Alina.

[@OilBaron100]

Let me know guys if you ever come through the NSW upper Hunter Valley. I'll tell you a few places that you can visit.

[@neilo1762]

Epic guy's!!!

[@PeterKeys-he9gl]

Hi guys. Depends on how much money you have dertermimes the van you can purchase

[@user-bg8yw3iu8y]

Love your campvan

[@allankingsbury5657]

Who cares about the dull rainy weather when there was plenty of sunshine coming from the both of you. I enjoyed your first van adventure here downunder. :)

[@project_where]

We appreciate you watching and hope you enjoy the rest of our journey!☺️☺️☺️

[@jstndi]

Nice video! How much did the campervan rental cost you?

[@katrinaja5622]

thank you for the video

[@mervynpeka]

Horses love you guys.....happy days. Great food idea from mum.....lentil bolognaise....

[@project_where]

Mum’s lentil bolognaise is a winner! 🍝

[@mervynpeka]

@@project_where thanks....I bet it is. Thanks Mum

[@darrylk808]

I've been looking into vanlife for the last 8 years... haven't pulled the trigger yet because my wife refuses to 💩 in a bucket. Basic cargo vans run $40K-$70K. At the upper end you can get a Mercedes Sprinter 4x4 cargo van. To build it out, there are companies that can do it for $20K (minimal) to $80K (pretty nice). One like yours that is built out will run $120K-$180K (new). US pricing. If you don't mind not standing you can build out a minivan, you have a HiAce in Aus? These are not as comfy and probably best for 1 person.

[@project_where]

Thanks for the insight! We’re in the same boat, torn between saving by going secondhand (loads of options on Facebook Marketplace) and the risk of repair costs, which aren’t cheap here. New, pre-built vans are pricey, so we’re leaning toward a DIY build. It’ll definitely be time-consuming, but honestly, I think it might be fun?!🙃

[@darrylk808]

@project_where lots of youtube videos on van builds. Check out the CheapRVLiving youtube channel with Bob Wells. Lots of good videos.

[@LaurieVaughan]

I’m new to your site and loved watching you both and look forward to the rest of your trip, you will most likely get sick of my comments before you finish. Good luck.

[@project_where]

Haha, thank you! We’ll always be happy to read your comments!☺️

[@xploredownunder]

Cool

[@louisaklimentos7583]

Great video thank you !

[@noppppe1314]

Have a great time....I wish I could do this.

[@EmilyM-jw3ye]

This is awesome

[@TheAisha922]

Try to get a used Mercedes T1N sprinter van. Get the year before 2006 and older. Its diesel engine is very reliable. You can still get those from Europe.

[@project_where]

Won’t it break down often if it’s from before 2006? It sounds like it’s a bit of an older car

[@TheAisha922]

@@project_where I own two of these vans. Give you about over 28mpg. They call this Mercedes engine a million-mile engine. In the Middle East or African countries, you will see old Mercedes 300ds that have been driven for more than a million miles.

[@darrylk808]

That's my favorite Laksa, too! They make it with whole grain also. Love both. Don't over cook the whole grain noodles.

[@project_where]

It is the best!! 😄

[@Moscowexpat-u1f]

I liked the content very much. It s something I want to do. How much was the van per day or week so we can figure expenses or will you post that later? Enjoy. Take care of each other.

[@bobjackson1151]

You guys are so lovely thanks for sharing your journey. I want to find myself a beautiful Russian girl who’s got a great attitude. That’s a blessing. You’re both very lucky to have each other. Keep up the good work.

[@project_where]

Aw, thanks so much! 😊

[@alexzonneveld34]

Love it

[@scribduser]

i anticipate major tension in relationship . already seeing it.

[@frankborg1534]

Awesome guys how much is it per day for the Van? Has it got solar charging?

[@project_where]

Hey! It depends on where you’re headed and how long you’re renting for. Just hit the link below the video to check out the site we used and see prices for dates that work for you ☺️

[@project_where]

Yeah, we have a solar panel right on the roof of the campervan, it’s super convenient!!

[@jeremysun7365]

checked the site. so it is roughly $500 a day for a minimum of 10 days. That's quite some money. That said, you save the bill for a room, which is roughly $100 a night. You can cook in the van, which, in Australia, could be more expensive.

[@leeflynn8734]

Waiting for part 2

[@jameshui7817]

welcome to camper van life.

[@ThongvanNonsithanh]

Very beautiful. Thank you.

[@williamcopelin4513]

Safe travels

[@stephard1616]

G'day guys. Try to get into a habit of setting up a table and chairs outside. Also invest in butane cartridge stove around $30.00 at kmart or woolies to cook outside. It will add variations to your dining experience

[@project_where]

There are 1000 flies outside, haha. No thanks, it’s way more comfortable inside. Maybe in another country, I would enjoy dining outside, but definitely not in Australia😁😁😁💀

[@georgesmith6777]

Here a photo I found for a 12volt van

[@georgesmith6777]

It's about 2.150 dollars

[@rogerulmann9847]

i love you guys... You do so very well for the first time !!! (PS: I'm a traveller, all around australia (and the nullabor, i loved) cureently prepare for go to the top end next dry season, (starts May 2025 rafle)... wish you all the best and keep travelling ;-)

[@project_where]

Thank you so much! We appreciate the love and support - hope you enjoy our adventures too🫂

[@VanTran-ne4yf]

You be findind out very soon that the Van as long as 2 SUV and over 2 m tall. It almost impossible to find the parking in the city with 2 parking spot available next to each other. Secondly, the van can goes into the shopping centre parking over 2 metre tall. so you going to park far away from the centre and walk 15-20 minutes, very inconvenience

[@project_where]

Thanks for the heads up! Yeah, we’re already struggling to fit into open spaced parking spots outside supermarkets. Can’t imagine if the van were any longer!

[@VanTran-ne4yf]

@@project_where The staff members didnt tell customers or explain to them basic instruction . The 2m van not for an amateur driver, you need experience when you turn the corner at the traffic light or driving in an unwinding road along the beach, mountain otherwise the Van going to hit traffic light , run over pedestrian or roll down the mountain cliff side .The Campervan company never review the truth . I have lot of experience driving and still worry from the moment I drove out the rental company.

[@rampage.streamer]

How much does it cost to buy a camper van? please let me know

[@project_where]

It all depends on the model and configuration you’re looking for.

[@rampage.streamer]

@project_where yours is how much?

[@project_where]

Ours is a rental from Cruisin, but hopefully we will get our own van soon 😊

[@josephburrows8127]

Love from India

[@oscarlong2]

Alina, how tall are you?

[@project_where]

163

[@oscarlong2]

@project_where I recently follow you guys, great couple, I live in Melbourne

[@OKDownUnder3000]

Come to Perth. We have cookies 😂

[@Andy_M986]

3 weeks around Australia? Hmmmm non stop driving.

[@Labelcoke]

Justin is time to workout😆😆

[@nicholaslam831]

Easier to buy a complete done one than doing your own trust me

[@project_where]

Did you tried to make it by yourself?

[@MelodyMan69]

NOBODY parks their Campervan across the driveway all night ?

[@project_where]

Yes, because in Australia it’s illegal to camp just anywhere, so every night you have to find a designated campsite.

[@romanshrestha4321]

where do you throw your wastage from toilet?

[@Alan-megan]

Cool man!! 😎😎😎😎👍👍👍👍 I want to do the same.

[@djwhu77]

Haha Justin’s house is in my neighbourhood

[@project_where]

😁

[@ramanboora4147]

Hay.. Bro how you remember me Your first subscriber in India.

[@project_where]

Hey there, thanks for supporting us from the start! 🙌

[@pimesonhadron]

Make sure y’all check your shoes for spiders 😅

[@project_where]

😁😁😁🕷️🕸️

[@jeremysun7365]

That said, it is easier to find one in a house than a van.

[@pimesonhadron]

@ mate my comment was based on the bit where they left their shoes on the grass so as not to mess up the van. I did see their shoes inside eventually - so all good :)

[@jeremysun7365]

@@pimesonhadron oic

[@oxoelfoxo]

i'm hoping the romance of van life doesn't wear off after a few weeks. maybe if you're forced to live in one for years then it surely will

[@chrisplatyyjones5087]

I dont understand why you are storing dry food at the back of the van and not in the overhead cupboards in the kitchen? If you are short of space leave things that you wont need much (those giant Oodies) at the back. And I sure hope you have sorted water before you hit the Nullabor. You will learn fast but mistakes can make you very miserable. But you are both sweet I hope you have a great trip. :)

[@leeflynn8734]

Love ❤ from vietnam

[@anhninh2091]

im from melbourne

[@Mikemonoa-hz2rz]

I wish i can do van life but im filthy rich and a businessman and dont have time for anything

[@project_where]

Sometimes you have to choose between happiness and money..