1 week, 10 countries - We took this DIY van camper on a road trip

We set out on a 2000 mile road trip across Europe in my friends DIY van camper conversion.
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[@shezant7]

Last time I commented, I mentioned that I wish the video had gone on longer, and hadn't ended so soon. You replied that you were looking at making a longer one. I have only one word for this video. Amazing. You didn't disappoint. I am so envious of you for having the courage to just get out there and do it. This has been one of the most enjoyable hours of my viewing year. Thank you. Just loved it and look forward to more. BBC make way - we now have ABC.

[@lisachristine4297]

Just the coolest and I love listening. I wish I knew at an early age to get out in life and "wing it".

[@stevensimons.soss1]

Thank you young man you have taken me out of my wheelchair and for a little while i was up that mountain with you, many thanks Steve ps pizza looked fine 🙂

[@Earth-360]

Your relaxed presentation style is a treat .

[@linda6725]

How absolutely endearing is just Alex!? Enjoyable videos and quite refreshing to see such a young man embrace life so passionately.

[@grichnak4794]

Bro came out of nowhere with that smooth pizza dough kneading ! You can feel the love and passion in those movements !

[@petecoventry6858]

Dudes i've been winging it in an RV for 9 years now - best thing I ever did

[@Penguinishy]

Alex keep it up bro. Im 31 and I wish when I was your age I was doing all the things youre getting to do right now. Don't let go of doing all these things. Life, money, health all catch up quick. I wish more than anything I could even get to do 1% of what you get to do. I still have time if my health and money situation ever improves. You have no where to go but up my guy keep on living the dream.

[@terraglade]

im 26, 27 in April and i feel that. Due to very bad finances and health i feel like i wasted my life, but if im lucky i'll still have another 40+ to live once things improve.

[@jaxdragon1723]

it's never to late to do what you want ! even if it's on a smaller scale.

[@pavel9652]

The grass is always greener on the other side. I am 35 now and have the same thinking, but back then had different priorities. I traveled locally, but now I consider trying a van life. Rent prices are high and I tend to get lazy and stay in one spot. Van would force me to travel, but I have pets, so I don't know if this is even doable.

[@rickyjessome4359]

Jim done an amazing job on his van! Absolutely love this channel and the content Alex! The memories you are making will last an eternity. Cheers

[@just_alex]

Thanks Ricky!

[@eddiewalker7252]

....at least until the end of Summer

[@garulusglandarius6126]

Cracking adventure Alex and I love the spontaneity, Jim is a cool guy which made your pairing ideal for this road trip. Keep the videos coming 😁👍

[@tylerwalker7322]

The van deserves a name, abstract things can certainly have a name. It's not the same as human or pet, but more like how castles and ships have names. Things like these have a spirit of their own in a way, and I think it's cool for it to have a name.

[@LeeleeGilbert]

I thought he should name it Either CarVANara, Carbonara, Peccorino or Southpaw (he is left-handed)….but CarVANara is best. For His love of Carbonara

[@AZJH8374]

Yes, he should name her!❤❤❤ Nurse Judi in Scottsdale AZ and Eucharistic Minister ❤❤

[@biomagic8959]

love the boyfriends vibe 😎

[@soulsister5539]

I started watching your bee series which so so so inspired me to start keeping bees this year. Your style is very similar to mine...'just go for it!'. I did have a fun idea for your garden you might enjoy. Worm keeping. I started a few years ago and have successfully wintered my guys 2 years in a row. I live in the northeast, USA. Basically, you will use up all your food scraps and paper scraps....even your egg shells! I found my initial worms in a semi composted pile of horse manure. They are called red wigglers. My worms 'summer' in the ground in my gardens depositing worm castings daily 😊 I put them in a large tote and bring them into my basement for the winter. Not much work involved. You could then save money on your soil used for your cucumbers, etc. Enjoy!

[@omshaanti369]

Jim did a great job with all the unexpected miles and driving on the wrong side of the road. Kudos to him

[@JOLUTOYT]

Every single video you upload I just know it's going to be incredible

[@ThaGamingMisfit]

I would be scared out of my mind suddenly needing to drive on the other side of the road ! Kudos for Jim just doing it like he never done anything else.

[@roadsweride_pt]

I’ve just found your channel a few days ago and i’m diggin it a lot mate!! Glad to see that you like Bonobo, is one of my fav artists for ages 😎🙌🏼 Keep up the good work! Cheers from Portugal 🇵🇹

[@SuziRibs1515]

I’ve honestly fallen in love with your channel. I’m an avid gardener and found you by a search for some raised bed tips randomly. 😅 I’m glad I found your channel and can watch how much more you learn! I’m so much more interested in bees now (despite being allergic and knowing they are the main reason my garden grows) I’m less scared. Better way to describe it. ❤ stay well! Can’t wait to see more.

[@TheChapelMouse]

Brilliant. Absolutely brilliant. This is way better than anything on tv!❤❤❤❤❤

[@billspectre9502]

Jims van is awesome! I didn’t think much of your sleeping accommodations though.😂 That bed is big enough you should have shared it. 😊 You wouldn’t have to get any extra friendly. 😮 Edit, a bit later. Wow! What an awesome trip! Those pizza ovens are great, seen those in other van life vids. And Jim does it all! Even rock climbs!

[@PeterPanbe]

I really love you upload in the morning! Alex adventures with a coffee brings sunshine to the day.

[@color-head1696]

Yeah. Especially when there IS blue sky and sunshine during breakfast. Greetinx from the black forest!

[@benscott633]

You and your brother make amazing videos. The editing is so good. Thank you for the effort you put in and the interesting projects and ideas you come up with.

[@Leo-pc4wf]

Hey Alex! Horticulture student here- you were looking for tips on transplanting your cucumbers:)- when plants become root bound like it’s best to tease/ break apart the roots before putting them into a new home to help the roots branch out laterally and get more nutrients and avoid choking out the plant, after that if you want to you can add top fertilizer followed and a weed disk to keep weeds out and the good stuff in:) Nice harvests so far!

[@ringerheringa3052]

Fantastic video, Alex! Wonderful to see it all in one go! An hour very well spent.

[@shellery87]

Tbh i wasn't even interested in the content you do, not until you did it, made it interesting. You are just so natural behind the camera. I'm surprised you haven't been snapped up to do some big TV show.

[@just_alex]

Thanks!

[@LeeleeGilbert]

@@just_alexI named your Van. CarVANara !!! For you love of Carbonara 🎉

[@angelapietras1235]

Love your videos,but you can always tell when you are back in the uk,dull,rainy weather that’s why I left the uk.I love countries with mountains like Canada and my country now Newzealand keep up the good videos Alex’s,Switzerland ,was beautiful.

[@wandag7882]

I have the same pizza oven. It’s definitely something that takes time. A lot of pizza disasters happened before I made the perfect pizza. Most of my first pizzas were too charred and still doughy. It takes time. Hang in there and I look forward to seeing more pizza oven videos. 😋

[@yoyichen4470]

What a wonderful lifestyle 🎉 I envy you young guys ❤

[@stephencrumpton8096]

I love you way you do stuff with no bullshit .

[@lelandpeck4585]

this was a great trip, guys and you saw some incredible places. Making pizza beside that beautiful lake in Italy was definately a highlight.

[@julipolito7761]

The Jim pottery is beautiful. We got a good look at your pasta bowl while you were doing dishes. Verrry nice, Jim I loved this posting. The adventurers! 👍👍

[@jhonmartfrias6496]

not gonna lie everytime i watch any of your video i feel relaxed like im watching a documentation or something makes me kinda wanna travel myself or makes me interested on what you are interested in.

[@sweetpeainfrance6729]

A take away: "Enjoy the unknown rather than feeling afraid of it". I am at my age wishing to travel south across the border of France and drive i a country where I have driven before but 30 years or so ago with a navigator passenger, my son! Now in my van to sleep solo I am wondering if I shall be safe and more importantly not frozen to death!

[@emmanuelola59]

Yes,finally...Switzerland 🥰 my dream country to visit! ❤️

[@ruthisaac2390]

I was hoping for recipe for the vegetable pasta. I enjoy your videos. Very courageous to just venture out travel the way you do. Have fun

[@relocatetoItaly]

Oh well I do love Scotland.... but im ready to follow you wherever you roam.

[@k.aslesen5271]

That bie at 50:25 🥲 It felt like watching a friend being denied entry to the club after a few to many beers.

[@marialorenavillanueva5342]

Enjoyed watching your road trip

[@jukes243]

Very interesting vid. Thanks, Alex and Jim.

[@sheldonmaharaj394]

Just started looking at your videos a few days now an I can’t stop looking at all your videos great job 👏🏻

[@cornell_are_i]

Loving the content mate! Always stoked to see when a new video goes up!

[@ameep]

Love every single video Alex, stay amazing mate! ❤

[@lisachristine4297]

Awesome!! Love watching and listening to your adventures!! Keep "winging it" for all of us!!

[@trevorcornes1056]

Yet another great video Alex .what else can you say really 👍

[@johnwhite7054]

Love the content Alex keep it up.

[@Nayfb]

Alex, i'm absolutely loving your content brother, keep up the great work!

[@floplob835]

I was indeed impressed by such a view

[@catheyboocat-design7175]

Well we know how epic your future trip turned out❣️❤️

[@davidparrishproductions5082]

Alex you make such beautiful videos with soothing sounds and music and your demeanor relaxes me… thank you from Skokie, Illinois USA!

[@seyhuh]

Your channel is growing nicely. Well done

[@ragnorremix8426]

Alex your channels become my staple favourite, it's the variety of content and your sense of humour that keeps me coming back roll on 300k

[@ricardoarati]

great job you do have great talent

[@connorsseur7360]

Great content, living the good life!🙌🏻

[@buntrockstudios]

Fair play to do that on your own is very impressive!!

[@MrLeesv650]

Im sure ive already seen this one alex, such a good trip

[@gilmoregirlsfan]

So happy you uploaded this rn! 😊 just have a study session break, so Alex's video it is 😍

[@just_alex]

Enjoy!

[@color-head1696]

"I'm a MAN with a VAN!" 🤣Sell this advertising slogan to every car company!!!

[@hellonearth1066]

They’re men with ven.

[@color-head1696]

@@whatnut Boy with Toy?

[@slyboy1966]

That dive Alex cracks me up 😂 😂😂 great video 👊🏻

[@just_alex]

It was a terrible dive haha

[@radioactivepotato2068]

"You've got a big van" *Smiles in 'You're gonna make me take this up a mountain aren't you?'*

[@paulbajorinas2148]

Great video!

[@letmeexplain1816]

Really enjoyable video😊

[@vjerad8165]

I really love your vidoes🙂🤗. You are doing a good job alex. I feel like i have a best friend talking just next to me when i’m watching your videos. I have to say i enjoyed every single of your videos.

[@just_alex]

Thanks! Glad you like the videos! :)

[@kelleysciarrino8024]

Alex what a wonderful video. Pizza homemade in Italy. Cheers!

[@nabilagrine8167]

Wonderful!❤️I wrote the comment before watching the video, because I know it's gonna be great🙏🥰

[@joshgambles8644]

The most heartwarming channel on KZbin such a genuine good guy.what I would do to meet you one day favourite KZbinr keep it up buddy your so awesome😊❤️❤️

[@just_alex]

Thanks! 😊

[@easytvlogs]

My Mom has named every car, motorcycle, van, trailer and caravan she's ever had. In fact she's named my Dad's motorcycles too

[@tommills1652]

Best video you've ever made

[@jimmybiddle690]

very good video alex makes me wana convert my van

[@unpathed1626]

I like to imagine that all these fun experiences will result in you becoming a pro at all these things when you become a larger comtent creator

[@Orchidee503]

You guys are so funny, I have to laugh whole time. Well done 😂❤🎉👍🍀

[@joseff_evans]

Wow what a nice surprise, been off KZbin for a while due to work etc no spare time, just seen I’ve got LOADS to catch up on!!🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@just_alex]

Enjoy!

[@combatbunny9820]

I liked the hidden message “impressed?”

[@Archon83]

Love the divebomb comment no real thoughts went into that jump it was all natural xD

[@rajgill7576]

You're not gonna like it. But I am going to be honest here. I lived out of a proper RV for about a year of my life so I've got some degree of experience. You're not going to get the same combination of insulation, storage, and functionality out of a self built van as you do with a proper built RV. Having a generator that I could turn on remotely for wifi, and a proper bathroom/shower were things I remember I never would have been able to swing if I built my own living vehicle. I got my proper RV for under $10k here in the states and even sold it for more after having had it for a few years. PS. that was a very James May sweater to wear while mentioning the cheese meme haha. Great vids

[@TheArtisticGardener777]

Good on you, Alex! An Ooni!❤. So much easier than your handmade pizza oven😊. You need some wild mushrooms for that pizza!

[@DavidBennettPiano]

2:30 Jumping in the car, both wielding cornettos had very Hot Fuzz vibes 😂

[@just_alex]

😂😂😂

[@rocknroth764]

Always enjoy this video! And I suggest add some protein to your menu... You would enjoy mushrooms, onions with proscuitto.

[@syedabdulnasir71]

Thats the most beautiful and wholesome video I’ve ever watched. just love your videos alex ❤️from🇵🇰

[@lindafett1826]

Enjoy yourself at the music festival😊

[@TT-id3dp]

love love love the music on these edits

[@TT-id3dp]

hahahah no way that's mad I saw bonobo too 18th of may at RAH, no wonder I like the music!

[@trudiswanson9855]

Loved your trip through... parts of Europe. Pretty amazing to see 3 countries from up that big hill. You are very cluey about lots of outdoor activities of interest. Bee keeping! Cheers from Australia.

[@HitTheBricks89]

With your compost add about 10-20% aggregate to the mix . You can use perlite or vermiculite ( both cheap by the sack) or failing that small pebbles and sand . This will make sure your water load drains well, gives your roots things to grow around instead of balling and doesn't build up causing root rot and mineral build ups which can lock out nutrients. On this score before you put the mix into your container add about an inch and a half of stones in the bottom again for drainage purposes. Other great addictions to your soil can be things like the char you get from burnt down wood, just crush some off and build a small pile and add to the mixture. oyster shells or the crushed shells from most crustaceans from the sea. There is a product pretty cheap called Diatomaceous earth and a good sprinkle of this in each bucket load of soil will be a great defense against any soil and root pests. If you are finding pests to be a real problem where they are you may wish to look into other Beneficial's such as nematodes which are fascinating little creatures naked to the human eye but check which type you need against which crop you are growing and they are again added to your soil mix before you plant and they eat 99% of other non beneficial bacteria that could effect your root zone. Making organic teas out of coffee grounds and water 20% - 80% is great at first when the plant is growing as it is rich in nitrogen that the green plant needs to get big and healthy. crushing eggshells and leaving them in water a few days and using that in a feed can add good amounts of calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium . All things you plants will thank you for when they are switching over into the budding and flowering stages. soaking banana skins in the same can flush a dose of potassium into your now starting to flower and fruit plants . I am only an amateur gardener myself but have found these things helpful since I began two years ago and it's all free apart from the D-o earth. If your finding at any point your plants are looking withered and not growing very well, then wait for it. collect a small amount of your own pee in a cup and add about a shot glass to a 10litre bucket . pee is jam packed with nitrogen and I was fully gobsmacked how my squash went berserk and grew nearly twice as big after just one treatment. Only do this up until the flower buds start to form and then there will be plenty of watering's between the treatment and eating. Of course you can go and buy all the nutrients in plastic bottles but I often don't have fifty quid to throw at my veg harvest. The point is saving money , well at least partly. Having watched you since forever I think you should get into looking at building up your own soils Alex. It will appeal to your D.I.Y nature I think and it's fascinating using things from nature to make your food grow bigger and tastier. Ok..woah that wasn't supposed to be such a sermon and I'm sure some real gardeners will come at me telling me I'm all wrong now. It's been working for me else I wouldn't pass it on to a bro ,is my reply. Take it easy , I've been loving your channel mate.

[@nickmackerel5060]

I’m surprised Alex hasn’t got a wormery in the back garden!

[@leiaalegado4720]

wow another video upload done watching ❤❤keep safe guys god bless

[@bobdillon2642]

That was a perfect dog dive into the water Alex...did someone throw a stick for you lol

[@just_alex]

😂😂😂

[@TheWebcrafter]

02:55 - So funny. French to English translation... "But of course. Hello. I live in Dan."

[@denisefoggie6997]

Alex I suggest you keep your car because of the miles you put on your van if it breaks down you will have backup transportation

[@coolsai]

Just want to say i will also join you one day on the trip like this,, but that time we will cook something different than pasta 😅

[@Mr.Guild1971]

You Name "her" because she is your ship onto Adventure !!! Ships always used to be named after women. My first Van was a SuperVan so I named her Diane after Wonder woman

[@mariapottery]

I admire you!

[@barrywilliams4866]

Alex, when you now stand by a lake is your first thought still "now, where would the big fish be"...and if it is, do you not wish you had your tackle with you? Does that ever leave you?

[@silaunik8691]

I love so much all your video

[@Kingslayerrock]

Travelling in Van seems okay but living in it full time seems absolutely madness!

[@val_val_]

You even brought the pizza slider 😮

[@Shannon3887]

Lol I found what you said about naming your van so hilarious! How dare you not get emotionally attached to your van! Lmao "it's a machine" controversial topic indeed! Lol if your van died your not going to cry and scream over loosing it. At most you'll likely be frustrated over repairs/replacement costs!

[@joannapocock6055]

Hiya Alex, what a fantastic road trip I loved the trail in Luxembourg that looked fab.Alex, who did you go see in London?

[@just_alex]

Thanks! I saw Bonobo’s live band in London.

[@joannapocock6055]

@@just_alex How cool is that

[@bsa5650]

Did anyone ask about jabs / tests at the crossing? great vid

[@isaacgowling6732]

I thought my phone was broken when I saw this uploaded 3 hours ago haha. Proper feature length movie now. When’s the production company getting released.

[@georgehj2518]

How much roughly for your polo do you think you will be after? What is the milage like, I am original thinking to convert a Prius because of the milage but might be interested, cheers! Congrats on your channel so far!

[@klendathusfinest4126]

The van absolutely needs a name and anyone who disagrees is just a heartless person

[@jamesrevell4625]

It's a van...lol