Life Update, How I Lost £100,000

[@jamespaul40]

6 years?? Wow. I'm 22 now, and your channel was a huge part of my childhood and early adulthood. Thanks for all the inspiration and good times

[@Louis]

appreciate you!

[@FlorenceRyan]

same!

[@alexpelletier3477]

Same here! I don't think I would have done my exchange year to Chile in highschool if it wasn't for Louis's videos :)

[@ericfan1223]

same!!!!

[@simplyysybil]

Same here! And I’m now going on the Rickshaw run which I first saw on this channel when I was like 14!

[@gog2892]

This is insane that your video popped up on my feed! I am now a 25 year old who was obsessed with your travelling videos when I was 15! I still have one of your ‘live the adventure’ hoodies that I still wear. You inspired a generation of travellers dude! I’m heading to Australia in January to travel for 2 months.

[@lucym9962]

Omg this is exactly the same as me!! (Although I’m 21 now) I can’t wait for Australia, hope you enjoy it too!

[@gog2892]

@@lucym9962 that’s so awesome! Thank you 😊 when are you headed out?

[@floduffett1640]

Ditto!

[@Doofenshmirtz1088]

I was a huge fan when i was 15 too and I live in Australia!

[@8evvied]

I’m 23 now and your old videos from around 2013-17 brings back huge nostalgia for me. It was a real part of my younger years as I’ve always loved and watched so much KZbin. Great video and interesting to see the new journey you’re on

[@Sloth55Chunk]

Love the honesty and maturity in sharing this, Louis. You were definitely a huge part of the golden age of youtube travel vlogs, if not the main man. I'll definitely try to stay on the bus if I get to the UK soon. Currently rewatching world flight and rickshaw run for the millionth time. My favourite videos on youtube

[@Louisepentland]

Really excited to see your journey on this! Cheering you on as always! xxx

[@Louis]

hey! nice to hear from you, thanks for the support! ☺

[@umitguner6549]

Have you tried Mighty Travels Premium yet?

[@h0ustonwehaveaproblem]

The reason I’m travelling as much as I am now is because of watching you during my childhood. Always loved the daily vlogs but never knew how you did it every single day!! Thanks Louis and Live The Adventure always

[@buzzingaroundwiththebusbys]

Everyone go back to his daily vlogs and watch from beginning and his watch time will go up and then watch every minute of this new series. He has giving to us so much over the years so let's give back in this small way.

[@blondysoccergirl]

What I am doing at the moment haha. I am now at the time when he was in Australia for a few months. I also have a playlist with his (in my opinion) most fun vlogs. 😊

[@buzzingaroundwiththebusbys]

@@blondysoccergirl I am currently in the capetown phase lol it was fun rewatching early videos with raya knowing now that they got married it's cute

[@blondysoccergirl]

Yes I totally agree! I love to see their journey unfold. Also with all the amazing people that became part of it.

[@Mikenel27]

Really appreciate your vulnerability, Louis! Thanks for sharing the good and bad in life and for always being a great example of rolling with the punches.

[@Louis]

thanks, yeah it was a painful lesson but life doesn't always go to plan 🙃

[@taylornicolehartman]

This was one of my favorite KZbin channels as a teen. Happy to see you positing again 🎉and looking foreword to see what the next chapter is with this channel.

[@Oakdenalan]

Wild how much money went into beyond borders doc and then this bus, and then the cost of being in the UK while trying to prepare Costa Rica, not to mention the recent break in you had etc! I hope the new bus setup as an airBnb and the next couple years all work out financially and you get to build your place in Costa Rica!

[@orla4622]

I still wear my Live The Adventure hoodie! Honestly love the quality of that merch - soooo much better than any other KZbin merch I’ve ever bought. Best of luck with this new project, Louis!

[@Louis]

good to hear! thankyou ☺

[@Bussellification]

I'd rent the bus to someone with land that can use it for an airbnb, even at £25/ day you'd get over £9k a year. Someone running a site would prob rent it out at £2-300/night peak season. Even autumn winter could be popular as it has a hot tub. There are loads of glamping short stay, unique places around that wouldn't want to invest £30/40k in a bus outright.

[@padlocksncocoapuffs]

I had totally forgotten about this bus. Good on you for trying to recoup some of the loss on it.

[@Audsugg]

You are such a grounded, articulate and intelligent guy. There is so much value in your experience and knowledge. Put yourself out there companies will pay well for the value you can bring to them

[@MegBee]

Oh the Boom Bus!! I remember celebrating my friend’s 21st birthday on that bus back in 2011! Look forward to seeing how this all goes for you Louis. Fingers crossed tightly, sounds like a great plan :)

[@KarinLynnBates]

I’m 54. I’ve followed the channel for around 6-7 years. I’ve learned in my own life that we make decisions as best we can and not all of them will be good ones. But it is the learning that matters, and if you can just accept responsibility and move forward, things turn out all right. It’s a good move to make this rentable, I think! I wish you the best in recouping some of the money spent on the bus!

[@Louis]

thanks! Life is full of lessons ☺

[@TheStringBreaker]

Just like others in the comments. I’m 25 too! And grew up watching Louis videos. Always thought his content was underrated af! *Wish you the best Louis!*

[@mattjames]

Followed you since the FoodForLouis and the YouNow days. Always respected you and tuned in and out over the recent years. Life has ups and life has downs but it's what makes you into the person you are now. This could be a cool stepping stone to into something big! I've always loved your buses and it's made me want to have my own for years so if theres a space where I can come and see your masterpieces I'd land it in a heartbeat! Big up Louis and lets see your lucrative rise on KZbin again :D

[@WillEdmond]

Louis you inspired me to start a KZbin channel years ago. It's so good to see you upload and tell this story. I'm working on a project in Texas and I understand how costs can sometimes be a little too much. Hope to meet you somewhere on this travel journey in the future.

[@GaryStockton]

I think it would be a big hit at festivals. A premium rental for a group of people close to the venue. I am sure you will recoup the money Louis, you are an awesome problem solver.

[@Louis]

thanks! I do enjoy problem solving ☺

[@NickwBush]

This man single handedly changed my life for the better by inspiring me when growing up to travel the world and live life to the fullest through his vlogs, i can't thank Louis enough

[@jontorres42]

Louis it is so good to see you again, i wish the best on this new adventure my friend!!!

[@dehCremus]

I love watching you make/renovate stuff! Can’t wait for the series. By the way, I don’t know if the bus already has it, but please insulate it well. Slept on a bus once and froze my ass off. Not nice! cheers

[@Louis]

its hard with so many windows, but we have a good heating system!

[@thewritingtraveler]

I can easily say that you (and Raya) are my biggest inspirations in life! I've watched your vlogs since the beginning when I was still in the trap of studying and society norms of the 'normal' life. Your videos made me realize i could live my dreams of traveling and being a nomad as well. Took some time but last year I finally took the step. It changed my life forever. I can never go back. Keep being the inspiration Louis. You didn't really lose the money, the abundance is in you... 🙏🏼❤

[@Louis]

Thank you so much! And congratulations on the big leap, wishing you the best of luck! ❤️

[@Bronco8181]

I love your channel and I've loved watching all your adventures over the last 5-10 years. I feel I've grown up with you and as your interests and priorities change so do mine so I'm constantly engaged in your content. Now my wife and I watch all your adventures on your other channel and it's great. I wish you the best of luck with this new project!!

[@JT-fd3tf]

Financial advice: You're starting a family in Costa Rica. Don't try to simultaneously run a business in the UK. Spend 2 months to get the bus to its highest resale value, and sell. Sell it as a party bus or tiny house or whatever brings in the most money. Take that cash, and roll it into your life in Costa Rica. You could always buy one of the beautifully decorated chicken buses in CR & turn it into a business there (Airbnb, travel hostel, etc.).

[@thatskykidfreya]

This sounds like a great idea! I reckon it’ll pay off- loads of people want quirky places to stay and with websites like Airbnb it’ll be super easy to advertise.

[@shattock886]

Best of luck Louis. Yourself and Bald and Bankrupt have massively inspired my passion for travelling over the years. Keep it up sir🤝❤️

[@AdamGoodsellOfficial]

Hey Louis! I just wanted to let you know your flying around the world has inspired me to circumnavigate the world on a motorcycle. Currently I'm in Croatia. Heading east towards the United States. Maybe you'll inspire me to build this bus now! 😂 Edit: started uploading again recently so it’ll all be on video!

[@Louis]

wow! hope the trip goes well! that sounds so epic

[@CindyGerend]

Great adventure, videos ?!? 🤞🏼

[@AdamGoodsellOfficial]

@@CindyGerend yup! I started uploading again recently!

[@sarahchristinan7126]

I watched your videos back in college and you inspired me to not be afraid of traveling. I decided to study abroad during that time and it was the best decision I ever made! Now I love to travel whenever I can! Good luck on your journey Louis! I know you will power through this and turn things around for the better!

[@sandyc6569]

Life is full of changes! You just never know whats around the corner for sure! Good luck with the bus! I am excited to see how it all works out!! 👍❣❤❣👍

[@amythomas4337]

Wow now there’s a face that Iv missed and brightened up my day 🥰I grew up watching you in my darkest day you gave me light and I am eternally grateful to you 🙏🏽❤️

[@debvalentine1480]

Time flies so fast!! I still remember watching all your travel videos, especially that series with the twins! Nice to see you on your new journey :)

[@paulsloway]

Louis I just love how nothing gets you down. You are so up and thats what life is all about, don't forget the experience of doing the bus was good. It was a fun time seeing it com together back then with all the wood and the hot tub ext. You did keep some of your friends in a project building also. Look forward to seeing it finished once again

[@luceoutside]

Thanks for opening up and being super honest. Can’t wait to watch the series ! Best of luck in your journey.

[@quintyv2969]

I love that more and more of my childhood youtubers are coming back

[@jckmaples]

This is awesome! I appreciate you turning a tricky situation into a positive. I am grateful to be hearing your wisdom, as I find myself building out a bus while living a nomadic lifestyle. I’m glad you share your stories with the world

[@mychristmasemporium5927]

It’s good to see that you’re honest about this type of thing! It makes it ok to make mistakes and to learn from them and turn it around in to something positive and now it’s an air b and b! Well done!

[@T_RyanRain]

6 what ago. I remember it so clearly...time flies.

[@Louis]

I know its wild right?

[@mariolliii]

I watched all those adventures you did with the twins and all those things you ate! You haven’t aged at all haha. Through all the adventures, you’re attitude remains the same and you’re still that awesome solution seeker I’ve watched throughout the years! Thank you for continuing to be an inspiration!

[@Tasneemie]

This video got pushed on my KZbin main page - haven’t seen a vid of yours in so long! ❤

[@Katie0119]

Love the vulnerability and transparency in this video!

[@waylonhartwell]

I'm a little bit late to this video but with you parking it you can definitely do a soft-sided hot tub up top as an attraction to make it more appealing as a novelty item for people to rent when it's parked

[@realhedi7911]

a bit late now mate summer is over here in Europe. should have done that begning of the summer. Maybe you should park it somewhere in Spain or Italy instead if you can.

[@JevenDovey]

Looking forward to this series! Will be cool to see how you transform the bus and all this work will eventually pay off.

[@Louis]

thanks! yeah I love a fun project ☺

[@NightFang150]

I remember when you announced this project. I remember when you and Raya first started a relationship. This is incredible running across your content again.

[@juandelain]

Funny how I used to watch your videos back when you were working on the bus. I haven't seen any of your vids since then and now KZbin recommended me this! 🤔

[@sophiewren]

Nice to hear what you're up to Louis, I used to watch your videos a lot but it got to a point where I didn't want to spend so much time keeping up with daily vlogs! Sounds like a good idea to rent the bus out for something like glamping or even air bnb, I feel like people would be really into that. Good luck with it all and hope you have a happy life in Costa Rica x

[@JKMeZmA]

Great to see you engage and setup a cool project with a really accessible and personal story behind it. It’s totally appreciated how situations like this happen, hope you’re not too hard on yourself. I bet you could work with some companies who do tools, lots of kits and interiors for small homes and travel and living in vans, who would do sponsorships! Otherwise VPNs seems like the easy option for being on the road so much!!

[@rupertcaney]

I'm pretty sure you tipped me back in 2017ish whilst I was busking in London!

[@VEE3RDEYE]

Airbnb is such a great idea for the bus!!

[@LN-es7fw]

Yassss my favourite kind of videos to watch renos on vehicles to make it into tiny homes!!!!!!

[@JustinSeara]

Good on you for being honest and open about the financial side of KZbin and life in general. People don’t always talk about this.

[@RJSampsonite]

Merging your channel into a new channel with Raya might have hurt the momentum you built with your subs but I'm here for the reboot man! Cant wait to see some more FUN content!

[@Mimzter62]

I remember you from Leatherhead skatepark days growing up at the youth projects and then the boom bus! was a awesome time in life, thanks for that man some great memories.

[@showmoke]

I remember him filming videos 10 years ago with Sam Pepper! I bet that's something he was hoping that we had forgotten about. Also, I'm wondering if he regretted his round the world flight - maybe that was a financial loss and maybe he chose the wrong pilot?

[@pb6839]

Hey Louis, I'm not sure about the UK specifically but I am not too sure you would be able to rent out a bus as a tiny home because of building and safety codes. Hopefully you check into that before you get in too deeply. That being said with the van life trend I think you could get back close to what you put in selling it as an alternative to an RV or something like that. You just need to find the correct buyer.

[@sakzitime]

😳 woah. You’re back!? That’s mad. I’m now 28 and you were a part of my teen years growing up. Wild. I miss the adventures and connection

[@nikoger8617]

I randomly remembered about you 😊 and searched you’re videos . I was watching a lot of your videos when I was 20 😊 now I’m 30

[@Rleatfitness]

Wow this popped up on my recommended. I used to watch your vlogs every day when I was a teen! Looking forward to your future content

[@griffin2263]

Money is money .. and this could turn out to be one of the best things you ever did ?? The bus could have an amazing life as a small home or Airbnb??

[@FlyingVideos]

I still watch the around the world series with JP to this day. Hopefully you will do another one soon?

[@Louis]

Jp is doing another now! go check it out!

[@FlyingVideos]

@@Louis Will do Louis. Hopefully you guys will get together soon again it’s definitely the way forward for your channel, the documentary was absolutely brilliant. It inspired me to learn to fly and changed my life forever :-)

[@npegg]

i watched every episode of the bus build back in the day. man time flies

[@Ann3M4r13]

Amazing work Louis. Well done for sharing the highs and the lows, like the legend you are

[@buzzingaroundwiththebusbys]

You understand youtube well and you have knowledge about a lot of things so you could build another channel and do non-vlogging content. You're smart and creative you guys will figure it out.

[@Louis]

thanks!

[@TwinsMommyRock]

Holy Moly! I’m happy to see this cross my feed!

[@szestheday]

I attribute my wanderlust to the influence of all your videos - i've learnt so much from your travel videos and it really inspired me to do my first solo trip in vietnam. Don't stop living the adventure. I HOPE YOU GET RICH! It's a damn cool bussss!

[@johnlaw5762]

Thanks for your honesty. 95% of us have made bad financial decisions. My biggest mistake was being too conservative and risk aware. Anyway, money comes and goes…it’s family and friends that matter and on that front you are a very rich man

[@willgooding7561]

I can’t quite believe you were making £30/40k a month and somehow have no savings. If I made that much a month for 2-3 years I’d be set for life

[@xxxiiixxx1404]

Thats a lot of money a month jheeez

[@AikoiEmil]

Wish you all the best with new adventure! I was wondering what happened to you. We all make mistakes. I bought a camper van for making vlogs in Japan, but also didn't work out as well as I thought it would for videos.

[@edglue6138]

Yes Louis. Long time no see. You just popped up on my KZbin. Used to love your vids. One love. Good luck sir. YNWA

[@jasmien1008]

I appreciate the honesty of this video. Good luck with you're new journey with this bus!

[@sbradey55]

Hi from New Zealand! Looking forward to watching all the bus renovation videos! You should collaborate with George Clark Tiny Spaces 🎉 All the best

[@nilsso8095]

Louis has the talent to blame others for something he was responsible for himself

[@dannydanny9875]

I really enjoy following your KZbin Journey, from Humble Beginnings to now

[@TideKnotTravellers]

Great plan with the bus, best of luck renovating it!

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Good luck with the project, looks like a pretty cool place to stay for the night.

[@Imdangriffiths]

We live and learn louis.. your heart and head are in the right place so youll make it work. Good luck!

[@sam.s.winslow]

Great perspectives for challenging experiences Louis! And very commendable to be so real and open -- you're helping others to learn from the lessons you've had to endure. Most importantly, your mentality and outlook ahead will bring you multiples of what was lost!!

[@thenostalgicgamer2093]

Haven’t watched u in 4 years happy to see you are good

[@Louis]

☺welcome back! appreciate you

[@thenostalgicgamer2093]

@@Louis thanks these KZbin algorithms are a joke . You inspired me to travel for 4 months straight . Best time of my life .

[@arslannaveed685]

I remember watching your videos as soon as they were uploaded throughout my teenage years. I'm 24 now, and I still remember your outro word-to-word. On a side note, it was a crazy crossover feeling for me when you flew your plane to Pakistan, since that's where I live and you went there before any mainstream KZbinr started making Pakistani travel vlogs. It's just a shame you couldn't explore more of the country since it was during Muharram processions.

[@kamkarter8821]

Your videos helped me with severe depression. We all make these financial mistakes.

[@jeroenpuyman6664]

Great video Louis! I remember this one… and also the boombus from the old days! If I’m visiting the UK again, I will try booking it 😃

[@Flutterbyby]

It amazes me how some people have the gift of making lots of money by just their own talents. So brave & clever to be a thriving entrepreneur.

[@adam999444]

I still think back to that time you were streaming from the middle of nowhere on a recumbent bike. Keep it up louis!

[@cosmictogaparty]

Spend your money on whatever and however you want!!! You seem to be thriving and loving life!! Pura vida!!

[@Ganplas]

Hi Louis, I’m just popping in to say DONT BE AFRAID TO GET LEGAL. If someone uses your money without your consent, that person needs to pay, clearly. But anyway, keep up the work!!! You will forever be the travel Vlogger OG!!!!!

[@dorsetguerrillagrower]

I remember you having the bus outside our house in cobham much love too you dude mother says hi !!!

[@ntube7]

Interesting to learn how much you were earning at your peak on here. So many KZbinrs refuse to discuss it- maybe some are embarrassed at how much they make and always play it down? At least you invested it back in your channel as I assume it enabled you to keep on travelling to all these exotic far-flung locations.

[@jacobsed6665]

Aww I met you in London when you brought the bus along! I feel like after some light maintenance, you could still hire out the bus!

[@NineFive1995]

Putting it on Airbnb in a field would hopefully give something back 😎

[@jaybird2299]

You've inspired alot of people. Don't regret it you are doing the right thing. Keep on keeping on🤙

[@MattRobb]

Genuinely I think your videos would take off again if you just traveled to say India and vlogged on the streets so many people watch those type of videos on KZbin and your personality is unmatched.

[@alilion-hc2hq]

i can not wait for more videos.. i miss them soo much. i think you should forget the past for now and learn from it and now grind on youtube and gain the money you deserve. keep it up, Alex

[@showmoke]

When I read the title to this video I really thought Louis was going to talk about his round the world trip in the plane and the sum quoted was how much he lost in the cost of travelling and also maybe how much he lost overall in producing the film of that trip.

[@Fietsvlogger]

Turning problems into possibilities, one of the challenges of being self employed. It looks class.

[@jemimarawlings7046]

Excited to follow along! Rate the honesty!

[@HeyShae]

Yes! Short term rentals/unique experiences are huge $$$ makers right now! We will support you!

[@vincenthoyer451]

I Hope everything Will go Well. You are such a Kind Person and i really wish you all the best🙏

[@LeonsVlogsx]

Nice to see you bringing back a series of vlogs dude! Can’t wait to watch them all 🤩