Is this the END of VAN LIFE? What should we do ???

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi everyone - hope you are all keeping safe - Lots to think about in this video - we'd love to hear your comments and make sure you set a reminder for our 🔴 LIVE chat this Sunday 31st May 6pm UK BST here's the link kzbin.info/www/bejne/ime3iJd4jqyNhpY with all the details Looking forward to seeing you all there - Sending you all virtual hugs - Chris & Marianne xx

[@JohnSmith-vy4lh]

I wouldn't worry about getting covid19 , it has been massively exaggerated by corrupt politicians and mass media on the instructions of the subversive global elites for various reasons. Btw masks actually makes you more susceptible to illness.

[@mikeroberts2329]

'Is it over' Err, mmm, let me think, errr no, of course not. Stay in Turkey and apply for temporary residence. This would leave you with more options when the borders are reopened, and allow you to remain if a second wave of Covid19 hits. A lot of countries do not have their borders open between Turkey and the UK. So it makes common sense to remain where you are. Besides, think of how much you would save in Petrol and other expenses whilst you remain. You could even turn it into a bit of a holiday by visiting places when the lockdowns days are lifted. Meanwhile, Stay safe, secure and healthy. Look forward to Sunday.

[@stephenboyd897]

Sorry I won't be able to join the live chat (it will be 3am here in Australia). Stephen.

[@tru9437]

The roads will be open probably in next some newspaper close to the Erdogan is saying that

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Tarkan - We heard that the roads will be open within Turkey this week 👍🇹🇷

[@ruthuckardes7401]

If I was you I'd tour through Turkey before you head home...it's a beautiful country with so much to see in all directions. Good luck whatever you decide to do. There's always next year to pick up where you leave off if you have to go home now

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Ruth - we are excited to see how this all works out 😉😘💐

[@daniela.2047]

I would recommend staying in Turkey. There are so many beautiful places on the Mediterranean or Aegean. The best way to camp is south of Troy. In Ören / Burhaniye .. in the "Altin Kamp" camping. It is wonderful there because there are many beautiful places nearby. Pergamon, Anzac cove, Gallipoli, Troja, Büyük ada Island and many great mountains👍👍❤🇹🇷

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Daniel - I have pinned the details and if we stay then we will pop down and have a visit xx 🤗🚐🇹🇷🙌

[@vickypreece9594]

Stay in Turkey and explore. Uk mad!! Just keep safe n well. Big hugs ❤😘

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi Chick - Thank you xx 😘💐🌺💜

[@G.J..Journeys]

Stay in Turkey and show us more of the country. Take Care. Stay Safe.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Graeme 🚐🌺

[@Chris-op4ue]

Apply for temporary residency and wait it out in Turkey. There are just too many uncertainties in moving on. You've found a safe location, you have a good relationship with the locals - just stay and be safe.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi Christina - thanks for your comment xx

[@RollingwithTheRobsons]

Mega impressed today with the number of different parts of video put together. You don't move that much but still manage to get numerous different angles. It makes it really interesting. It's a tricky one this one. I think you should just continue and see what the crack is.

[@TREADtheglobe]

HI - So pleased you like the video - we thought about best way to record it to keep it interesting whilst discussing our options so THANK you for the feedback 😀🙏We're looking forward to Sunday's live chat to discuss options with people and see what the plan is - only we could choose to drive around the world the same year as a global pandemic LOL !!🚎😂

[@gorkemtaylan9491]

I think you should stay in Turkey. After June 3, rumors are circulating between cities. If you do get better if the tour in Turkey Aegean Region, Mediterranean Region Black Sea and from there you can go up. Already your tour takes an average of 2 months. After your tour ends, both the news becomes clear with Covid-19 and your world tour continues. :)

[@TREADtheglobe]

Yes - I agree - with time, things will become clearer !! thank you 💕🙌😉

[@Gillby47]

I bet you are glad you stayed in Turkey.Wonderful hospitality,food and scenery.

[@deetrvl4life875]

You guys are so amazing at Problem Solving!! Incredible, how you put all the facts together. And Chris with the signs...lol. Love love you both.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks again! we love it !!

[@Nathrw]

Hi guys, love your videos and I really hope you can continue safely on your epic journey. Looking forward to the live chat this evening. Best wishes and keep safe.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi Nathan - we are delighted you will see us later 😉💜🤗🚐🙌

[@johnpaulwilliams6300]

Hi guys, 1 if you go back to UK you could catch the covid, there is said to be a lot there , 2 both of you can drive your camper, 3 your eating the anti Covid fresh food, that's not as freshly available in the UK, 4 diesel is very cheap now, you can move around from anywhere to anywhere now, that's just what I think, there is not many van lifers still vanlife blogging, other vanlifers parked up their vans and gone home, and they just hope and pray their homes are keeping safe thousands of miles away, you guys know your van is safe, good luck guys see you Sunday.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks John - great comment - see you on Sunday 🙌🌺🚐

[@wobbleboxadventures]

Your both so positive we love your channel ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿💕

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Wobblebox Adventures - we always try and look at the bright side of everything - so pleased to hear that you are enjoying our adventures - Thank you and keep safe x 👍🚎

[@ritabaker9531]

To be honest I'd stay in Turkey for now and apply for the residency visa which will give you more options. It seems you will have the freedom to move around Turkey in a few weeks so you can go explore, you wouldn't have that choice in the UK at the moment and to be truthful you are safer there. Stay safe both of you.. We will be watching 👀

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you xx Great comment - see you Sunday xx

[@grahamcarswell6652]

Guys if I were you I would stay put in Turkey that way your safe and still enjoying the Turkish hospitality until the situation improves in the countries you need to travel through going forward stay safe enjoy Turkey 🇹🇷 xx

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you xx 🙌🚐💜

[@kafercj]

As i drove through Europe from Tenerife to Romania a few weeks ago, through the pandemic, i can confirm that the transit corridors through Europe work, you don't have a quarantine while on the way to your home, however you will have to call your foreign office to get the latest up to date info. That would be the sensible option. However if you want to carry on, you surely need the residency, or visa extension. Safe travels.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi - that is great to know !! having up to date info is the best ... I hope you are safe and sound at home now and keeping well - thank you for your message 🚐🙌😉 Marianne xx

[@ercane.426]

I think you should definitely visit in Turkey and must stay in Turkey. For example, there are so many beautiful places to stay .. Aegean coast in Turkey, Mediterranean coast, Cappadocia? The Black Sea part is also incredibly beautiful.

[@TREADtheglobe]

That is a great idea 🤗🙌🇹🇷

[@ahmet-balci]

stay in turkey i will adopt you

[@TREADtheglobe]

That is probably the sweetest thing anyone has ever said 🤗🇹🇷🙌💐🌺 You are very kind ... best wishes Marianne and Chris xx

[@osmankaracan1442]

Please stay in Turkey, explore the amazing country, and make more KZbin videos :)

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi 😉🚐 Thank you!! That is very kind xx

[@patriciaruelland4655]

Think waiting it out and getting the temporary residency permit! Kinda solves a lot of problems and keeps you the safest throughout the rest of this virus stuff! Good luck!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you Patricia 🌺💜

[@charlesaldous5389]

Of course I've subscribed! I ain't daft! Right. So as I may not be around on Sunday, I'll give you my 'two-penneth' now. I would be quite happy for you to stay in Turkey, as I would really miss your little car park now! (By the way, when you did the 'head-home' thing, you should have drawn a picture of Trudy, as she's your home...) Anyway, digressing over. My thought is, that if you absolutely HAVE to come back to the UK, my suggestion would be that, as you said many weeks earlier that this is a bit of a 'whistle-stop' tour and you intend to go back again to enjoy the sights, sounds and foods etc., at a slower pace, you could maybe, when it's all safe, go back from the UK to as far as the Istanbul car park (which definitely deserves another visit!), but do the slower tour to there, staying longer and enjoying each place you visit, whether new or old to you, then when you're leaving the car park for the second time, carry on with the original, faster tour, with the intention once again, of revisiting the newly-seen places, albeit at the slower pace, as originally intended! A bit confusing I know, but it's just an idea. You of course, should do whatever you both think is best! If they do let you go onwards, then maybe you should do that section a bit slower, just in case you get stuck for a while in a Russian car park! Please get that medical insurance sorted though! We can't have you two catching it!

[@TREADtheglobe]

😂💜🙌🌺 Thanks you Charles ... great comment as always xx

[@eddvanlife7396]

Sue and I will be tuning in .. would not miss it.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks both - hope you are keeping safe - sending you virtual hugs xx

[@Mops217]

Chris and Marianne I really feel for you both having to make this decision. I think applying for the extension or temporary residency is a no brainer and gives you a number of options. You could discover Turkey. It may be that the borders open in the mean time and you could travel onwards or back into Europe. Whatever happens I am sure that you will complete your round the world trip and I and many others will be following you. Best of luck guys and stay safe.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks for your comment and kind words - It does seem that staying in Turkey is a sensible decision and allows us to keep our options open whilst still exploring this beautiful country - We'll make the plan during Sundays Live Chat - hope you can join us and thanks for your support 🙏👍😀

[@stephenb5560]

Take temp residency, you then have all the options and no admin worries, go , stay, come back the other way etc etc. Enjoy it , it's the summer !

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Stephen B xx

[@kathifoynm]

A definite conundrum. Figuring this out gives you something to do as you wait for the borders to open. I'm glad you have your van insurance sorted. I'll tune in on Sunday. You could make a board game out of this.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi Kathi - yes decisions decisions !! Never a dull day with us !!! 😂👍. Board game sounds fun !! Also makes an interesting chapter in a book LOL !!! Stay safe and we'll chat on Sunday

[@djpWilson]

I will probably miss the live stream - my vote is stay and explore and aim to keep going. Make the call about going home as late as possible. Worst comes to worst, you could always park the van and take a repatriation flight home

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks for the tip - but unless the Zombie apocalypse starts and the Zombies drag me from Trudy kicking and screaming - I am not leaving LOL 😂😉🚐💜 xx best wishes Marianne xx

[@azzytwoz]

I would lend you my crystal ball but it's having a few problems at the moment. As you can stay where you are, I would, and see how things play out for a bit. You'll always remember this time in your lives with so many lovely people around you, it's almost a shame when it ends!! Keep smiling 😄

[@TREADtheglobe]

yes we are lucky to be 'stuck' where we are with nice people who have welcomed us. It will be sad when we do eventually leave here but have made friends for life. Agree that waiting it out in Turkey sees like a good suggestion - we'll decide in Sundays Live chat - stay safe x

[@fianaj9517]

Awwww guys, i really had my heart in my Mouth.😍😍😣. Like you said, your van is your home so basically you can decide to stay where ever you like while you wait to resume your travels. If i was in your shoes, i suppose i would take a pause in Turkey and carryon exploring there if the Lockdown is eased and resume once the international borders are mostly open. Hey! Turkey has great beaches and Air balloon display i hear😀. I just wish you all the best, i hope your family back in the UK are ok and understanding in these difficult times. These are truly challenging times my Dears. God bless and Stay safe.😍😚❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Fiana - it is all a little confusing LOL - but we are lucky on the family front as they are all well travelled and versed in speaking / video calling across oceans and seas !! My dad has sailed the Atlantic and ridden a motorbike across the desserts of North Africa when I was a child ... so my role model is delighted that I travel and adventure like him 🚐🙌😘 best wishes and hope you can join us on Sunday xx

[@johncarr329]

Keep posting we have been following your live posts would like to know when you can continue your travel?

[@TREADtheglobe]

Very soon! In fact tonight !! see you later if you can make it xx

[@yolieslife1111]

Wait it out in Turkey, apply for the Temporary Visa. The talk here in Europe is that some countries are opening corridors for travel. At the moment Spain and Italy are not included, but hey you know things change hourly, daily & weekly 😷😎 stay safe and healthy.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi Yolanda - thanks for the suggestion - yes it really is a changing situation and taking it one day at a time - stay safe and hope you can join us for the live chat on Sunday

[@yolieslife1111]

@@TREADtheglobe ❤

[@coskunbahceci]

I suggest you explore all the Turkey. Volunteer promotional ambassadors in Turkey. I am sure local governments will provide convenience to you in every city you visit.

[@TREADtheglobe]

We would love to have the opportunity to explore Turkey. If we are unable to continue and are able to stay then it would be great to make videos of Turkey as it's such an amazing country and everyone has been so kind to us

[@Pandora882]

Greetings from the UK . 4.30 this morning was woken up by the sound of your voices on BBC 4 X, surreal or what. Take care & stay safe.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi Jon - That is nice to know they are sharing the interview about !! we seem to be getting everywhere LOL !! It is nice to. know that the media are sharing some positive content 🤗🚐💜 Thank you for your message xx

[@johncarr329]

Glad you can leave the camp site and explore, watching you tonight visiting the blue mosque area and grand bazaar. I stayed with my wife on the Asian side Kadikoy in Jan and March, my Jan trip was for a hair transplant which was worth it its looking good! March we came back for my wife 50th birthday as we really liked the place and the hospitality,.

[@TREADtheglobe]

That is awesome! We have seen there seems to be a lot of health tourism here - which is a sign of how good the systems are !! We are loving the friendship, food and hospitality ... thank you for your message xx best wishes Marianne 🤗💐

[@SurferSteve]

I've watched everyone of your videos I'll be here Sunday....

[@TREADtheglobe]

Ahh thanks Steve - that is very much appreciated and so pleased to hear you are enjoying our videos - speak on Sunday and stay safe 😀👍

[@omerboyraz8654]

Stay here. We will look after you 😀

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you so much 🚐🇹🇷🙌🌺 the friendship is amazing xx

[@kel8026]

Hey there. I am also in the same situation visa-wise here in Istanbul. I applied for a one year tourist residence permit and have my appointment for it in July. You also need a residence permit to be able to extend the vehicle's permit. My car has already expired here (and car insurance as well), and the customs office told me with the residence permit I can get a two year extension for the car. For the residence permit you also need a Turkish health insurance (which isn't expensive), and that should help you out if you wanted local healthcare cover. Such complicated times, and I feel for you. Keep up your good spirits!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Great advice thanks Kel 👍We are going to apply for the temp residency permit to give us some options Keep safe and we;'ll keep you all up to date

[@peri3818]

I like that your videos are close to real-time. Some KZbinrs post months after they filmed as they are scared for their safety. I like watching yours as you are experiencing life in real-time so we can all relate. Do they have the test available in Istanbul to see if you had the virus and if so do you take it? I’m waiting to take it after our state reports no new cases. I may be waiting awhile unfortunately.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi Peri - that is a great point .... we will had not thought of that !! we will check this out !! Best wishes Marianne xx

[@SANTANA-zy3tg]

Safety first my friends, do not make the same mistakes as others do..ignoring your government travel advice and to go home, it might get you into something that may be worst than what it is now...be safe and all the best for you friends...

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you for your comment - it will all be decided on Sunday 😉💐🚐

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

I hope it’s not the end I’ve only just finished building mine 😮😮🤦‍♂️

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi Mel - don't worry - it is never the end until you take your last breathe !! We will all be back to some kind of normal after this - best wishes and we hope you get to enjoy your van soon xx 🙌🚐💚

[@Shadow_Wraith]

Having seen many of your Turkey videos I would just live in Turkey forever, it's an awesome country with beautiful people, why leave!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Ha Ha ... it is indeed - but we are travel bloggers ... and love to travel 🚐🤗🙌

[@inekeroos9264]

Stay put and stay healthy and happy ❤

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Ineke - hope you are keeping safe and well - sending virtual hugs xx

[@Chris-be1fo]

The reality is that the situation is still too fluid to be making any firm decision. So wait a wee while longer. If they let you stay in Turkey, there is still a lot of Turkey to see and you will be able to delay a long term decision. Keep your cards on the table as long as you can. The second wave won’t come until late autumn. When that gets near you could put the van in storage, fly home until ready to continue.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Great comment - thanks Chris xx

[@delly41]

Turkiye cheaper and safe. i think you need to go country side. you should live with villagers black sea region at summer , fantastic area for living .and nature, history,culture,music,tea gardens, sea, foods mountans,rivers,lakes .don't go without see there from Turkey . the situation better than İstanbul agean and mediterian region also super to travell but it gonna hot

[@TREADtheglobe]

Those are great tips !! Thank you - we have been checking out lots of information and this is important to consider 🇹🇷🚐🙌🌺

[@magnefauli]

I would definitly apply for the recidency permit. That would reduce your risks whatever option you should go for later on. Secondly, I think travelling slowly around Turkey would be far more rewarding than hurrying through Russia. If you could extend a tour of Turkey into Gergia, even better. You can allways approach the Americas from Europe next year.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Great tip !! Thanks xx

[@martinamf6486]

All the world is changed...it's very hard to give advice...you must to listen your Sixth sense and let things happen...Turkey is a very beautiful place...Take care and everythig will be good...

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Martina - Hope you are keeping well - decisions to be make hope you can join us for the live chat on Sunday - stay safe x

[@alicanyalcin88]

I can see your future plan. :)) You will stay and travel inside the Turkey. And one day, you will visit İzmir, meet with me and we'll have a nice dinner. Have a nice trips :)

[@TREADtheglobe]

Alican - We love this comment and you may have special powers - this prophecy may come true ! Stay safe and hope you can join us on Sunday's live chat

[@ianinnes8063]

Hi id just stay put if u can until everything settles down i reckon its gonna get worse before it gets better ul be safe where u are i reckon hope that helps

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you ... we will be super careful and we are applying for visas to stay until we know it is safe to go left or right !! best wishes and thank you for your message 😉💐🚐

[@darren-thecottageatelier8962]

Wow, I have started to write a comment about what you should do three times now, and each time I get stuck when it comes to considering what to do in the autumn, there are still so many unknowns. I am sure you will have a few weeks touring Turkey as soon as you are able, but I guess the logical (safe) option would be to head back to the UK (even though it is not that nice here at the moment), regroup and head off again early next year, but you . Just a thought, did you look at Africa, (maybe Morocco) for the winter? that is probably not an easy option either.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Wow indeed !! it really is a tricky one ... there are so many considerations and the news and information is very fluid .... things are changing all the time 😜😘 but we look forward to Sunday to talk it through xx

[@karmathegiant]

I’d get the extension on your visa and stay in Turkey. Maybe you might want to start looking for a place in the country.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks for the comment and staying in Turkey until we see what is happening seems like the best ides. We don't need to find a place as we live in our van and have everything we need in it - stay safe

[@katieturner1147]

Love you guys, you’re absolutely rocking it. Live the dream kids, don’t stop now exclamation exclamation XXX

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Katie Turner 💐🌺💜 love M xx

[@discoveringlockenest8420]

I think this one, as complicated as it is, points to STAY PUT! Sonja agrees. If they kick you out then your down to two choices! Either way we’re in!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi both - thanks for your comment 👍😀Think staying put keeps our options open. Hope you can join us on the live chats and we'll make a decision and a plan. Stay safe - sending your virtual hugs xx

[@zmanky17]

Hello from Kentucky! All your options have their issues and I totally see why you're having problems deciding what to do. IMO, I would apply for the temporary residency in Turkey and wait it out for a little longer. While you're waiting, I would try and figure a plan to make it back home and do a reset of your trip at a later date once everything calms down. I know that stinks but if you continue on now, you may get get farther at first but then get caught in a much worse situation that you're in now (which by the way, seems like the Turkish people have treated you both great during your stay)....Good luck in whatever you choose....and of course, I'll be watching :)

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi and thank you for your message .... we are delighted you will be watching and we hope to have more info to throw into the decision making process to help us all decide 🤔😂🚐🌺 best wishes to Kentucky !!

[@petemiller2347]

Ooooft , this is a hard one guys! Straight off the bat ( I might revise this lol ) I would say wait it out BUT , time and weather may be against you ? See you guys on Sunday. Stay safe.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Pete - there are so many considerations LOL !! Thank you and we will see you Sunday xx 💐🚐😉

[@furk97]

I think, going further for your adventure is not feasible anymore in 2020. So, either you may go back to the UK once the gates are opened or stay in Turkey as much as you can and keep saving money. Also, you may explore other touristic places in Turkey while the situation gets better.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi Furkan - that sounds like a good suggestion. Thank you 😀👍 We'll announce the plan in Sunday's live chat - stay safe

[@lindsaymccloy752]

Stay in 🇹🇷 if you can get temporary residency big country to explore lovely people to interact with . Will miss live chat as left UK 13 years ago and now live in paradise of New Zealand 🇳🇿. Stay safe and keep those videos coming you are a lovely entertaining couple . 😎👋

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Lindsay - Yes looking forward to hopefully being able to see more of Turkey, Wow New Zealand - always wanted to visit but haven't made it there yet. So pleased to hear you're enjoying our travels we love sharing them with you - stay safe. xx

[@ItaintmeCCC]

Stay in Turkey and when it's possible and safe to do so carry on with your travels around the world. Things are pretty grim here in the UK especially for van lifers.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Yes we heard van lifers having few issues in the UK. No plans to head back at the moment. May have to if we need to get another Russian visa - but we'll have to wait and see what happens - stay safe

[@genieon]

Hi, just announced, travel restrictions are lifted as of June 01..

[@TREADtheglobe]

Woo Hoo !! Thank you xx

[@sandra.melara2637]

Is not easy stay home 🏠 but when u are in high risk . Like my case is worst 😲... and when one ☝️ of your friend is in a hospital 🏥 fighting for her life whit this virus 🦠 is sad 😢. So stay safe & healthy 👍🏼❤️

[@TREADtheglobe]

So sorry to hear this Sandra - there is so many angles to see this situation - thank you for sharing yours 😉🤗🌺

[@norfolkrover1254]

Great viewing guys . Hope you make the right decision...................

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks - so pleased to hear you enjoyed this episode. Decisions never easy when we don't know how the situation will change over the coming months - but we'll make the most of what every decision we make. Join us Sunday on our live chat and let us know your thoughts - stay safe 🙏🚎

[@mertcol6512]

In my opinion, you guys may wait in Turkey a bit longer to see things clearly. As you already realised that you are always welcomed here. Take care.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi Mert - this sounds like a good plan as we are LOVING Turkey would be great to see lots more of it - It we cant continue and can get a visa would love to make a VANLIFE series on visiting all the great places in Turkey.

[@LeslieStroz]

The pandemic isn’t going to disappear any time soon, but you could if you put yourselves at risk. Travel plans can be postponed.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi Leslie - Yes the world situation is very fluid and the truth is no one really knows what the situation will be like in a month or 3 months time. It could be worse or it could be better. We will be responsible and if we feel like we need to pause the world trip then we will. We are still on a huge adventure anyway and so much to experience - we'll be sure to share - We'll come up with an initial plan in Sundays live chat - hope you can join us - stay safe 👍👍🚎xx

[@burcufrat5320]

Maybe you guys can make a Turkey tour. There are a lot to see in southern Turkey.

[@TREADtheglobe]

HI Burcu. We could stay in Turkey and wait to see what happens. Will have to extend our visa, which is an option. If we do stay in Turkey we will create a whole Turkey series as there are so many amazing things to see . Hopefully movement opens next week from Istanbul. We'll decide the plan during Sunday's live chat so make sure you join us 😀 Stay Safe

[@richardbuckley4187]

god you two are good .been there done that is what you will SAY XXX

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Richard. It's all part of the travel adventure - things happen in life and it's how you handle them makes a difference - it will make an interesting chapter of our story !!! Stay safe and we'll decide the plan with you on Sunday in our live chat 😀👍🚎

[@gozdek4096]

Stay in Turkey and go to Çeşme, Bodrum and Fethiye. Summer has come and you can pass a good time in those places. You can also swim etc. maybe after 1 june

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you for the tips xx we will let you know if we are staying and if we need more tips xx best wishes Marianne xx

[@gozdek4096]

TREAD the globe ok have a good vacation guys we love you 😘😇

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you xx

[@johnbond2637]

Hi Chris & Marianne, I’d definitely stay away from the UK, we bought our first camper in Dec 19 ( good timing ! ) we managed a couple of short trips one near to the lockdown mainly to visit my wife’s Nan (97yr old) who was very poorly and was thought not to be around much longer although she is still holding on, and we had a couple of experiences of hostility towards us. From various vlogs & blogs it seems to be getting worse with “ vigilante” behaviour towards campers in general especially if you like to wild park. Keep going on your round the world trip. Stay safe.

[@TREADtheglobe]

HI John, Yes we have heard some horror stories from UK and other countries. A lot of the public don't realise that some people live in their vans / motorhomes and don't have a home to go to. Especially with campsites closing where do you go !. Local councils should have allowed vans to park in council carparks with facilities whilst in lockdown that way it stops everyone moving around. During times of crisis it is the time to all stick together and help. When we reflect after the event some people / places are going to be seen as amazing and some are not - Lucky for us in Turkey everyone has been amazing !!! Stay safe - Chris

[@Martin-ze1]

Definitely go for the temporary residence visa/order, your car park is your home 🏡 🚚 your turkish neighbours are your family 👪, stay safe folks, enjoy 🇹🇷 lookf forward to Sunday's live chat ♥️💙

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Martin xx 🤗🌺🇹🇷🙌

[@sesrek]

Get temporay residency permit. You should not find a safety places in every country like as in Turkey and I think you should have a option to go back Turkey.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you for your comment 😉💜

[@stephenboyd897]

Hi, My plan would be to get the Turkish temporary residency and defer the trip into Russia till next year. Turkey is a great place to explore and you might be able to spend some time in other nearby countries as well. If you need to go to the UK for the Russian visa, consider leaving Trudy and flying. Also, as as resident, you might be able to sort the visa locally. Best wishes, Stephen,.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Stephen yes good plan. We would love to explore Turkey if the world situation doesn't improve. We would have to return to the UK for the Russian via but as you say we have friends here and could leave Trudy for a week whilst we fly back and sort it out - time will tell - stay safe

[@eceinci1]

You should stay in Turkey and travel Turkey. I am sure you will be able to extend your visa in Turkey . I will try to send you another message soon.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you xx 🤗🚐💜

[@benjaminj6413]

Okay Domestic “pizza” was funny as hell! We should be there on Sunday. 🤔🤔🤔

[@TREADtheglobe]

HA HA !! Good old google translate - great when it works and can be embarrassing when it doesn't !!! - See you Sunday - stay safe - sending you virtual hugs xx

[@peterwilson8855]

Me personally , I would see more of turkey , and make my way towards the Georgian border ready for any opening up .

[@TREADtheglobe]

Yep that is defo a good plan and if it is too late and the winter hits we can always wait it out here maybe .... we will have to look at that visa !! Best wishes Marianne xx

[@sophis8213]

Stay in turkey and do a tour theres enough places to go and see its a beautiful place!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Sophi 🌺💜🚐🙌

[@markcharlwood1693]

Will be watching...

[@TREADtheglobe]

thanks Mark sending man hugs !! From a distance of course !

[@JDM66762]

Do the temporary residence in Turkey, with the option to come back into Turkey if you can't go further east towards Russia. That seems to make the most sense. God bless you in your decision. I'm watching this video, having come back in from my church service today. I missed your live broadcast.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you for your comment - we save all the live chats so don't worry it is a great catch up video 😂👍💐 kind regards Marianne xx

[@gerdpapenburg7050]

Take a look at the numbers as published by the WHO which I consider to be reliable and serious. United Kingdom - total deaths 36914 Turkey - total deaths 4369 Convert these numbers to the total population in the countries and to the rate per 1 million inhabitants and you will see: United Kingdom - 546.5 deaths per 1 million people Turkey - 52.5 deaths per 1 million people Stay in Turkey and apply for a temporary residence permit.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Yes Gerd the cases here in Turkey have been very low - they locked down about 8 - 10 days after the first reported case and the numbers showed their approach worked. The UK didn't take action so quickly. Turkey being of of the last countries had the hindsight of the others and did the right thing. We don't want to come back the the UK unless we have to. As travellers we want to travel and although we have been in the same carpark since the 11th March, we are still travelling and in our home - stay safe

[@nothing8343]

I think stay in Turkey. other countries can be much more dangerous.There are so many places to visit in Turkey.make your summer vacation on beaches in Turkey.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you for your comment 🙌🚐

[@travelingchalksworld5138]

Stay safe whatever you both decide🚐☕️☕️👍🏼🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🌈💙❤️💙❤️

[@TREADtheglobe]

We'll do our best. - thanks 👍🚎🙏

[@barry-cq4xg]

Hi Chris & Marianne. I think that you should apply for temporary residence status in Turkey. Then perhaps if you can move around the country. travel to Anatolia and towards Ankara. If you stay in rural areas you should be safer against possible contagion. Cities are more dangerous because of population density. You are in a difficult situation and this is made more difficult by the unpredictability of Covid-19. I certainly would not consider returning to the UK as this would be a long journey and involve crossing multible jurisdictions who may impose quarantine conditions. You seem to be safe in Istanbul and maybe you should stay there if you are granted temporary residency, and wait for the situation to pan out. You have strong spirit and this will pull you through. All your subscribers are rooting for you. Very best wishes to you both.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Yep - the whole thing is going to be fluid and subject to change - but we will try and apply for the Temp visa and share how it works out xx

[@santosmorales3839]

Hey friend how you guys move that nice looking van from one place to the others? I love the adventure you gus do but I ask my self how you guy do this all over the world blessings from el Salvador 👍👍👍💙

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi xx When we change continents there are boats that are called RORO and they carry vehicles and containers .... but we will have to see how we can move at the moment - sending love to ES 🙏💜🌴 Marianne xx

[@ruthuckardes7401]

Apply for temporary residency....

[@kellybryson7754]

Does residency come with health coverage?

[@finitalacomedia3062]

@@kellybryson7754 I have searched for your question, here's the answer. After they get the residency they need to apply to general health ensurance and pay something called " prim" depending on their total wealth my guess is something around 200 euro after that health care is free for them.But weirdly it doesn't cover any chronic illness they had before application .Anything after general health ensurance, is covered and free.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you for the information - it is such an interesting question !! and a good question @Kelly Bryson !! there is so much to consider for sure 😘💐🇹🇷🙌

[@ammcknockiter]

Quick question? They whole time wasted siting around does that mean your mot will run out before back to the uk? Does that even mater Or tax.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi Rusty travels - Our MOT is valid for a year and runs out at the end of the year. The MOT is only valid in Europe and the road tax will also expire end of the year. When we arrive back in the UK we will drive straight to an appointment at a garage and get it MOT'd so no it doesnt affect us at the moment.

[@flora9727]

I think that you must stay in Turkey for a while. I know that you bored . But safety come first. Stay safe👍👍

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi Elif - we are lucky not to be bored ... there is always so much to do !! ha ha - good tip xx see you Sunday 🙌🚐

[@flora9727]

@@TREADtheglobe i hope as soon as possibile you will continue your travel plans.(At least in Turkey) Because travel restrictions will over after June 1.

[@shabbirjdana]

Helo sir n mam. As per my thinking i can have two option 1)take a direct flight to uk if available with ur van in cargo ship together. 2)stay as much as you can in instanbul.bcoz u will get invited in the house by your neighbour hood.and do renew ur insurance online if available.so take care.bye

[@TREADtheglobe]

Great tips and advice .... we think Turkey is for us !! 🇹🇷🚐💐

[@TheAlesgeriy]

Hmm, their is actualy a thiny british immigrant community in Fethiye, but my advice would be Datça. Just pick one, you can also take a blacksea advanture 🥳🥳

[@TREADtheglobe]

Yes Datça looks amazing !!! Hope the movement frees up soon and we can move around Turkey and share this amazing country. Hope you can join us on Sunday for the live chat - stay safe

[@rogerstarkey5390]

What are your chances of getting to the UK crossing 9(?) borders, all with various states of lockdown, that may be reimposed in a second wave, with possible restrictions due to insurance, visas, etc?

[@TREADtheglobe]

Yep - it can be considered a lot harder than staying put LOL 😉🚐🤗

[@stephenkavanagh3560]

I doubt if you will be able to continue as b4 --- as most countries only allow their own nationals : another thing u need to keep in mind is the uk is no longer a EU state. Visa extension? Well, that maybe ur only possibility : believe it or not I stayed in Peru for ten years on extension visas.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks for the comment 👍🌺

[@212kaconk8]

Continue the journey its a good idea, but stayed in turkey it would be very good idea too. Buy a house and life in harmony in turkey. Istanbul or fathiye... its a good places

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you for the tip !! ha ha - we think we will have to visit all of Turkey before we go !! 🇹🇷🚐💐

[@elkepool3861]

I hope you'll stay in Turkey🚙🇹🇷

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi Elke - this is a strong possibility would love to explore Turkey whilst we wait to see what happens in the World. We have loved our time in Turkey and everyone has been so kind and welcoming 🇹🇷We'll come up with a plan in Sunday's live chat.

[@NixSymfonia]

Honestly guys, there’s no place amongst your options that you can be taken better care of in terms of health care. Its a great chance to see the amazing places in Turkey. Stay in Turkey, but leave that car park and head to Mediterranean following Aegean route. Then continue to south eastern parts. You’ll fall in love and be grateful! And don’t worry, you’ll experience same kind of hospitality anywhere in Turkey.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Yesim. We are hoping that we will be able to leave Istanbul and head to the country - We usually only stay in cities for couple of nights - not 80 !!! Movement should free up on the 3rd June . Excited to explore Turkey it all looks and sounds amazing - we'll announce a plan in Sundays live chat.

[@kennethcole8370]

Could you go somewhere on the coast like France or Spain when the borders open and ship Trudy to the US? Spend the autumn, winter and spring in North America. That way you could avoid the issues with Russia and still continue.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Good idea - and if you can join us on Sunday I would love you to ask that question 🤗

[@skyrider4282]

I guess the best option would be staying in Turkey for now. Get the temporary permit, stay in Istanbul for some time and take a tour around this magical city, as you probably couldn't find a chance to do yet. Then you can drive to Aegan- Mediterrenean coast and enjoy the beautiful nature and sea there at camp sites. If the borders are said to be opened in the meantime, you can head for the Black sea region and spend some time there in that amazing nature before entering Georgia and Russia. All the best and stay safe👍🍻🙂

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks for your comment - that sounds lovely !! If the borders do open we would have to leave unless we get extended visa. If we can't head east we would LOVE to stay in Turkey and create a video series on what to see and do here as it all looks amazing. Do you know when the campsites within Turkey are open for tourists ?? Join us on Sunday for our live chat on YouTub and we'll decide the plan with you -Stay safe 😀🚎

[@skyrider4282]

@@TREADtheglobe You're very welcome :). I'm not quite sure about the opening time of campsites, - which I am also looking forward to - but I reckon that it is going to happen at the same time when you're allowed to leave Istanbul. However, let's wait and see what happens. Cheers 😀

[@KaptanKenan]

DON'T LET SILLY OLD VIRUS STOP YOUR DREAMS, SOON AS THAT BORDER OPENS UP CONTINUE WITH YOUR JOURNEY MATE. CHEERS FROM DOWN UNDER. 🇦🇺🚌🇹🇷🚌👍

[@TREADtheglobe]

Love the positive vibes !! If we can travel we will. If the borders open late and we miss the weather window then it's not over it's just on pause - we travel and explore full time and will continue to do so - looking forward to coming back to Australia haven't been there since 1990 !!1 Stay safe

[@KaptanKenan]

@@TREADtheglobe Yep, so much changed to positive since 1990, you guys will love it, we don't wear huge collar shirts or big flare pants, nor we have long mullet hair cuts anymore😅😂Seriusly guys if borders do not open on time, I would strongly suggest like the gentelmen in one of the comments. Travel down along Western, than Southern and come up middle of the country to mid North and back through along Black Sea. CHEERS MATE. STAY SAFE.🚌🇹🇷🚌🇦🇺🚌👍

[@Edm-sp9nb]

Georgia 1 year stay best option👍🏻 do not travel back to the UK! Seriously stay in Turkey or Georgia.. take care 😉👍🏻

[@TREADtheglobe]

Great tip - we will work it out, and hope you can join us on the decision making video on Sunday 🤗😉🚐🙌

[@kefegrafik]

You should consider going out from istanbul and head eighter to black sea side or to south where you can enjoy more turkish hospitality and kindness. Carry on on a slow pace and see what this country can offer you. Maybe its some kind of destiny for you to explore a country more deeply.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi Kefe - we always say things happen for a reason so maybe you're right. Lots of wonderful places to see and if we can't continue and get another visa we will be sure to explore them all. We'll make a plan in Sunday's live chat - in the meantime stay safe

[@9eylulklimaahmetdonmez541]

Stay in turkey for your health, you can get free health care in Turkey. good doctor good hospital. Go south, continue trip in turkey.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks - sounds like a good suggestion -Turkey looks so amazing with so many great places to see - hopefully the situation eases and we are able to move around - We'll decide the plan in Sunday's live chat !

[@davidfloyd8262]

Wait it out,do not rush to move. If another wave happens best your in Turkey. If worried about winter in Russia get snow chains....we can then view whilst sitting next to a log fire and comment....hard choices indeed

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks David - we'll have to just wait and see. We do have snow chains onboard already but not sure Trudy is ready to face a Russian winter !! Stay safe

[@stevestrange2004]

Stay and apply for temporary Visa. It's all part of the journey. Enjoy, take care and stay safe

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi Steve -Thanks for the comment - sounds like a good plan - join us on Sunday and we'll make a plan live - As you said all part of the adventure !

[@devdixit359]

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[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you for your tips and comment 🙌🚐🌺👍

[@kaptanaliyolda4591]

hi beautiful people, you are one of us now we loved you so much you always have a house here

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks so much - we hope you can join us later 🌺🤗🚐

[@kumkart8881]

I do not think that you will have any problems staying longer while borders are locked down. You can also ask for extention to stay. I cannot make any solid decision on my share about holiday and I do not think that you can eighter. So best wishes and good luck. If you need any help, I know you have many people ready to help you. I send you mail before with many others.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi Kum Kart !! Thank you so much for your message and we are so grateful for all the support ... It has been great to be here during this pandemic and we know that we are super lucky 🙌😉🇹🇷💐