HEY Everyone!! sorry for the delay on this vlog - had a bad batch of Wifi! but we hope you all enjoy this more RAW look at our day - sadly this is one of the last of our van life videos here in the US - hope you've been enjoying them :)
@Lee-mz7zj5 ай бұрын
Your van life journey has been great. Thank You for sharing with us. Much aloha to you and the family.
@nathalieguiragossian69815 ай бұрын
Love each and every one of your vlogs. 🙏☀️☺️☺️ Thank you for sharing with us. Looking forward to watching the next ones. Whether it’s van life or any other vlog, I love them all. Cheers! 😊
@leviholiday98855 ай бұрын
You are playing ladder ball. Best game ever, camping or family gatherings
@mamabear3oh3755 ай бұрын
these vlogs were so awesome! thank you for sharing them with us and giving us a glimpse of the journey :)
@starrhoney61485 ай бұрын
Your videos are so good and just bring so much joy.
@karamerik95765 ай бұрын
These children are so so lucky. Not because they get to travel the world, but because they have you two as parents
@AshleyNewellDotMe5 ай бұрын
I got so emotional when Stephen said that this moment was his favorite. How sweet!
@jayb4295 ай бұрын
How about van life Europe? Every time you cross a border everything is so different, the language, the food, the culture, the people, it is such a joy! x
@Cerrydwenn5 ай бұрын
Yes!
@jrobinson59335 ай бұрын
Love when you do van videos. ❤
@Cerrydwenn5 ай бұрын
@@user-ie9fv1dj3d Plenty of campings in every country well suited for vans/rv's.
@terezie13125 ай бұрын
@@user-ie9fv1dj3d not true, soo many camping places in Europe
@amyslowikgrossman8355 ай бұрын
Hunter saying "No worries!" in her little voice and accent is the cutest thing I've heard in a while. 😍
@mimhay9125 ай бұрын
The bond you guys have with your kids is just amazing. Watching Steve and Hunter making smores together brought tears to my eyes. You are incredible parents giving your children the best possible life. Incredible humans i adore you guys! ❤
@TravelswithTommyandLori5 ай бұрын
As parents ourselves, we just have to say that you both are made to be mom's and dad. It's so enjoyable to watch you taking time out to just BE with your kids and having the experience of raising them. We are fans of KOA's also because for the most part, you know what to expect and they are all comfortable places to stay. Our daughter homeschools both of our grandchildren . We have so much respect for Jess. You are giving such good memories!!
@Loralla5 ай бұрын
You both are such great parents. It must be amazing for Hunter to grow up feeling so heard and included. And I am amazed at how she does the same for little Koa. Beautiful family 🥰
@lauramurphy40225 ай бұрын
I swear Koa s hair changes drastically with every Vlog 😂 the adorable lil muffin Hunter is adorable too but the hair doesn’t change as much 😊
@KimKelly-l4o5 ай бұрын
How is it possible to love you guys more?? My goodness, God has blessed you all so much. And you have blessed all of us with your videos. Thank you so much. "Daddy, scoot a little closer" Love, love, love!!
@annieterminetschuppon72325 ай бұрын
Extremely relaxing having, from time to time, a "day in our life" format
@debbiemeza46585 ай бұрын
I love the pace and relaxed family time! I hope that you do more family van vlogs...thanks for this!
@sassysusu2225 ай бұрын
Hunter has grown up so much 🩷 Under 5 min 👇
@flyingthenest5 ай бұрын
sooo much!!
@lashondajones56835 ай бұрын
Hunter is such incredible, beautiful and independent lil girl, Koa is so cute with those big beautiful blue eyes and time is going by so fast! Great job parents!!!❤😊
@christineharmon59965 ай бұрын
The game is called Ladder Ball. So fun....
@Kelly-annStCyr5 ай бұрын
When the kids are adults, they’re gonna love the videos!
@flyingthenest5 ай бұрын
aww we hope so!
@dawnm26472 ай бұрын
My daughter and I love your family so much! We have been watching your videos and we think you all are such a beautiful family. You guys really know how to make such great video's . No one on You tube compares to your family at all.🧸💖💖💖
@toobydude415 ай бұрын
Aww guys, this is another one that tugs at the heart strings. I cannot tell you how much I enjoyed this raw day-in-van-life episode...absolutely sweet as can be. A fitting low-key, but still touching swan song to all the thrills and chills of your wonderful travels on this US journey. Bummer that it's over. Loved every single bit. More than mere words can describe. Haha, I haven't seen a Jiffy Pop in so long! It was funny watching you waiting to do its thing. Cheers guys..and HAPPY SEVEN YEARS🥂🥰
@flyingthenest5 ай бұрын
aww thanks mate so glad you enjoyed it! yes will explain all why it ended next episode but loved it so far!
@boppermacca93465 ай бұрын
This has been a fantastic series. Your family dynamic is so special & it's great to see
@Mel.H_5 ай бұрын
Hunter saying "No worries" 😂😂😂❤❤❤
@flyingthenest5 ай бұрын
😂😂
@martinalemmerhofer69375 ай бұрын
Another sweet video. I love it when " we just hang out together". Melts my heart,just like the chocolate in your s'mores.😂❤
@sassyh1545 ай бұрын
Can't believe Baby Koa is almost one... I have enjoyed watching him grow, Hunter turning into a little girl, a very clever little girl mind you... You guys are so blessed to be able to do this with your babies... And I for one love the van series you do... I like the slower pace of it... Cheers for sharing...
@Mr_randome145 ай бұрын
Hunter voice is so cute and raspy I just can’t wait to hear koa’s little voice!
@krystalleeg15 ай бұрын
I have shed the most tears with this video than I ever have watching your videos! It makes me want to just savour every minute with my babies (3yo and 11 months!) as well !
@GinnyRM5 ай бұрын
We love your DITL videos and YES we would love to see more van life series!!!!
@vanessahall6145 ай бұрын
I don’t want this American Van Life series to end!! I live in Florida & hope to see you at Disney someday! 💕💕💕💕
@Livy245 ай бұрын
Oh that warmed my heart when she hit the plate! My dad did that ALL the time with me!
@Shortandnerdyy5 ай бұрын
You can find 3 in 1 sticks at like Asian supermarkets or there’s instant cappuccino mix in Walmart it just isn’t in a small packet
@thaiscottishfamily4 ай бұрын
You’re giving your kids the best childhood ❤
@user-cy3wj9uk5s5 ай бұрын
KOA's are great! Sorry your van is so cumbersome getting it set up/down each eve & morning. The gift you are giving your children and the education of experiencing so much diversity of cultures and climates is priceless. You are showing them life is boundless- just have a dream. All the best to you and your lovely family. PS Shake the Jiffy Pop while on the grate the entire time or it can burn the kernels.
@flyingthenest5 ай бұрын
haha thanks for the advice: question - is Jiffy pop normal popcorn or do most people just get microwavable popcorn?
@jennifercooper38464 ай бұрын
@@flyingthenestMost people just get microwave popcorn now. Jiffy Pop is more of a fun novelty to have the experience of pre-microwave popcorn 🍿😃 Fun to do when camping or having an outdoor party with a fire pit. Love you guys, thanks for the great video.
@carolannelunan53295 ай бұрын
The game is called Ladder Ball or Ladder Toss. You get different points depending on which wrung of the ladder you hook your ball to. I believe 1 point for the top wrung, 2 for the middle and 3 points for the bottom. We always played first person to 10 wins. The time you invest in your children is so lovely to watch. Did you teach either of your children sign language. Our daughter was an early talker, but our son needed help with speech (he grunted to communicate). He really didn’t start talking until he was 4 years.Specialists suggested he didn’t have to talk as big sister did all the talking for him. He remained quite quiet as he grew up. Curious to see if KOAR will be able to keep up with Hu tee.
@c.c.1265 ай бұрын
The van life family videos are my favourite ❤❤❤❤ 🎉🎉🎉🎉
@flyingthenest5 ай бұрын
awww so glad!! thank you!
@gwynethglas-brown91715 ай бұрын
Stephan and Jess you are the most wonderful parents 🫶 just watching you having family time Just brought a tear to my eyes . Your such a joy to watch but fully appreciate its also hard work for you too Like any parents will know 😜.Hunter and koa are so adorable,Hunter interacting with your conversations so sweet . Beautiful view you had wauw😍. Have really enjoyed your Van series in America , seeing it through your eyes the joy and excitement it brought . Looking forward to hear / seeing what your next Adventures are .Safe travels Thank you again for taking us A long on your journey 🥰
@lilyfromBrissy5 ай бұрын
Kindling, not kindle. Great video, I love seeing the everyday stuff you do.
@juliasullivan23155 ай бұрын
I loved that you tried Jiffy Pop. My grandma knew the man who invented it! She was a friend of his mother. He was from LaPorte, IN, my hometown!❤
@twinkhel5 ай бұрын
Hunter and Koa are growing up fast! And they are so behave all the time! Great parenting🥰❤️
@flyingthenest5 ай бұрын
You are so kind!! and yes they need to slown - growing way to fast!
@noradrew50695 ай бұрын
These videos have made my heart so happy. I grew up traveling the US by mini van with my family, staying at KOAs and making wonderful memories across the country. The videos we have from a KOA in Arizona (with beautiful mountains behind the cabin) are still some of our favorites to rewatch. They were a great place to grow up and spend my summers. I’m so happy you all found them and have been exploring while staying at them. The small moments at the campground bring back special memories and I hope you cherish them forever. ❤
@juicie25bt5 ай бұрын
If I'm being honest ur guys accents keep me coming back for more. U guys r so sweet, loving & adventurous I love listening to ur daughter talk, cuteness overload. See ya on the next one...
@kristaready88125 ай бұрын
Loved daddy/daughter time.....brings back tons of great memories 🤗💞
@ItsVickyParkerJames5 ай бұрын
I just thought about how awesome this will be for hunter and koa; to have those videos as memories of the adventures they had with their parents 😍 and maybe even share them with their kids. I wish I could have that but I guess KZbin wasn’t a thing back in the ‘old days’ 😜
@Mel.H_5 ай бұрын
I just adore your little family. I'll watch whatever y'all put up 😁Van life, plane life, any and all❤❤❤
@mrscb53035 ай бұрын
I know you must have normal moments of frustration but you seem to really take advantage of all the joy there is to find. It’s wonderful to watch your family have fun and grow. I often think about how much the kids will love seeing young Mom and Dad when they get older. I found you because of your van life the first time so I do have a big fondness for those type of videos. Of course anything you all post is always fun so just waiting to see what is next!🧡🖤🧡
@amyhenke24175 ай бұрын
Ladder toss!!! The top rung is worth 3 points and then 2 and 1 as you go further down. I lovw this game and play it on the beach with my dad.
@heatherrowles99305 ай бұрын
Awesome video as always guys. Sitting here in a cold, wet, predawn Perth morning (yuck winter lol) watching you guys play, learn and enjoy the big world that is out there is a wonderful way to take me from where I am to places I will never go. Also brings back awesome memories of home schooling my daughter and travelling with her during the school terms to avoid the crowds. She's 27 now and I miss those days so much. It doesnt matter what sort of video you make, I will watch it and enjoy it. Im totally invested in watching the 4 of you grow together.
@fiammettaverdiani5 ай бұрын
loved seeing this wholesome video of you all! beautiful peaceful family day - the ones that make a life. Love xxx
@evelinanordstrom7355 ай бұрын
I love the van series, houseboat videos and long train journeys. More of those please 😊 I also really appreciate the raw "everday" videos once in awhile 😊
@katiekavanagh62105 ай бұрын
Love the van life videos. Please do more! 😊 love watching your adventures x
@nicoleflanders39815 ай бұрын
Love this! I LOVED when you did it in cooper and am so glad you did this type of video again!
@amyjones95285 ай бұрын
Whatever fits your family. I’ve watched you for years now and I will continue van or boats or planes .😊
@BrockLaurenson5 ай бұрын
A few suggestions that I haven't seen mentioned Mauritius - Direct flight from Perth could then jump to some "off the beaten track" options like Seychelles, Madagascar Hong Kong - Tick another Disney off the list Penang, Malaysia - Insane street food
@hannahkinsella16995 ай бұрын
Loving more van life and loving see you explore Americas National Parks with you adorable family!!!
@rebeccarendle37065 ай бұрын
Lovely vlog of family chill days ...No!! not only 10 summers they want to spend with you!!..it will be longer if you do stuff they enjoy! My 19yr old wants to come on our summer holiday road trip with me and my 11yr old this summer, even though he has just finished his 1st yr at Uni. We had a fabulous road trip last summer to. You just have to adjust the activities to suit the kids ages and interests. My kids love skiing holidays in winter (at any age) and in summer we now include quad biking, abseiling and climbing, sea kayaking, trekking, etc. Stuff they enjoy.
@eleanorcramer79865 ай бұрын
I remember metal cups getting too hot but you drank from them straight away. Fun seeing an animated baby brother. Hunter is a big act to follow. Cheers.
@flyingthenest5 ай бұрын
haha same! so many aussie camping trips burning my mouth as a kid with hot chooclate!
@taragibbons66165 ай бұрын
I did enjoy watching a 'normal' day! Thank you for sharing.
@bronwynquinn44775 ай бұрын
One of my absolute fave videos of you all! Just perfect..real…and adorable ! Safe journey beautiful fam! Love from Oz!
@flyingthenest5 ай бұрын
thank you! so glad you enjoyed it!!
@alicerice85065 ай бұрын
New subscriber here. I love van life videos. Now I can go back to the beginning and watch all the van trip in the US 😊
@twinkletoesuwuxd84575 ай бұрын
Baby koa’s laugh always makes me laugh 🤣 he gets me every time I LOVE YOU CUTE AUSSIES❤️❤️❤️💙💙💙
@shirleydevers5835 ай бұрын
I so enjoy watching your van life videos!
@flyingthenest5 ай бұрын
Yay so glad to hear!!
@katsopolis80465 ай бұрын
Id love to see some more cruise travel and van travel! Watching your family grow has been so awesome!
@makaylautecht70135 ай бұрын
Yes please keep doing van life!!! My favorite videos hands down
@flyingthenest5 ай бұрын
aww so glad!!
@yarenmeep27595 ай бұрын
That was so comforting to watch! 🥰
@theamazingclaire5 ай бұрын
Love the family life type videos guys. Makes it feel more achievable to travel with little kids. X
@shelleylake44305 ай бұрын
Love you all trying Jiffy Pop - a real American treat!
@JackieScoggins5 ай бұрын
Hello from Chattanooga Tennessee. Love all of the videos. Family time is so special 😺💖🎉
@smiley92465 ай бұрын
OMGosh you all are too cute for words. 😍😍😍I loved watching your first experience with Jiffy popcorn! So much fun to cook with kids around. Looking forward to seeing your next vlog. Safe travels!
@joakimholmer97445 ай бұрын
So cozy for the kids living like this ❤
@debra55875 ай бұрын
I love the van life series you all do ❤ your family togetherness makes my heart smile enjoy every moment ❤
@flyingthenest5 ай бұрын
❤❤ aww youre too sweet!
@marysch43315 ай бұрын
In the US we can get the maxwell house international Cafe can that has different flavors of expresso
@jennifercooper38464 ай бұрын
Those are my favorite instant coffees! I love Café Français and Hazelnut. So yummy 😋☕️
@susanvaughan42105 ай бұрын
I love seeing you here in the Rockies, just letting yourselves decompress. Life is a balancing act. I also love the Euro/Asian travel. But travel is stressful and you must take enough down time to recharge fully.
@TheTbss895 ай бұрын
Loved this video and love your family !!
@flyingthenest5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!!
@susanandfamilycookingtv5 ай бұрын
Cute toddler 🥰cutie baby 🥰 cute little girl 🥰 loves adventure 🥰 beautiful family 🥰
@laurafoote2145 ай бұрын
what a nice day, i can't wait till Koa is talking and running around, i have a feeling he will have a lot to say LOL.
@stephpicton60925 ай бұрын
I love watching you guys! I've been watching for many years and seen you both grow and your family grow. I've cried when you found out you were pregnant both times. I have enjoyed the van trips but I love watching anything you guys do. Can't wait to see the next adventure x
@krislynpandolfi3545 ай бұрын
This was so wholesome 🥹 You two are both incredible parents. Sending lots of love from FL! 💕
@nishantkulkarni76405 ай бұрын
Really beautiful vlog. Just loved the rawness and the bonding between all of you!
@ladywiththelantern5 ай бұрын
While you were trying campfire popcorn for the first time, I was trying Milo for the first time. It is so fun to try new things!
@rindahlestari51035 ай бұрын
Love watching your daily van life! 🥰
@raycormier3525 ай бұрын
Best part was watching you try and figure out Jiffy Pop! A true representation of everyone's first experience.
@chillaxorz5 ай бұрын
I'd absolutely love for you guys to hang out in the states for a while, there is definitely so much more to explore!
@natsapasfamily5 ай бұрын
Ohh how sweet your Hunter sweet pie and Koa ❤ I loved to watch your van videos series 😂😂
@simonemoreno43245 ай бұрын
Just make precious memories and enjoy your little ones❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@Suuz555 ай бұрын
Just the cutest video ☺️ A nice relaxing family day, love it! ❤
@eleanorcramer79865 ай бұрын
I remember metal cups getting too hot but you drank from them straight away. Fun seeing an animated baby brother. Hunter is a big act to follow. Cheers. Graham is one syllable, no ham. We call fire starter twigs kindling. Kindle is for reading books.
@anttihillberg17835 ай бұрын
I liked all of van life in Us. Just do as you have allways done.
@kk12ww745 ай бұрын
Our family loves KOA campgrounds as well. Have you all looked into the KOA Resort level campgrounds or lists of the top KOA Holiday campground locations? Some of them have very fun amenities like mini golf, pancake breakfasts, s’mores, a lazy river. Worth looking into Mount Rushmore, Pigeon Forge, Glacier NP KOAs, etc. There are even KOAs in Canada as well
@motherwolf84075 ай бұрын
The game at the KOA with the golf balls on a string we call hillbilly golf. I am in N. Indiana. Some other states in the USA may call it something else. I love watching the day off days every once and a while. I love that you would it be called "road school" as opposed to homeschool.
@Mangochutneybam5 ай бұрын
Love this vlog style!❤
@sarasate895 ай бұрын
I'd love to see your next van life tour be of the whole UK! I know you've done trips here before, and some shorter van trips. It would so cool if you had 3-6 weeks to cover as much of England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland as you can!
@erikagholston66105 ай бұрын
I really enjoy your hanging out with the family vlogs.
@flyingthenest5 ай бұрын
aww thanks Erika!
@lorrainenugent22035 ай бұрын
Love the van series. Actually love all of your series. Keep it up.
@flyingthenest5 ай бұрын
yay so glad you enjoyed them!! one more van video coming this weekend!
@SuePlorin5 ай бұрын
I loved watching your journey especially through the eyes of foriegners..laughed so hard with the jiffy pop popcorn. I was like take the cardboard off...all good though!! Your trip was fabulous to watch especially since I have not traveled in that area of the country. Excited for next journey.
@LynnSmith-x8j5 ай бұрын
Love the van life with the kiddos! Hope you have more of these videos in the near future.
@amberboobear52325 ай бұрын
You are both such AMAZING parents!!! ❤
@Thecrystalhavenuk5 ай бұрын
You are just fantastic xx love your adventures xx you see and find the best places, and the food you find omg, you are just a beautiful family xx your children are rich beyond rich for what you are giving them with these experiences….
@NouckieM4 ай бұрын
No worries😂❤ she’s the best❤
@nikkihanafin90985 ай бұрын
Loved this video so much. We have our own little babe (6 months) and are about to head to Europe. I love seeing the ‘behind the scenes’. So much love x
@flyingthenest5 ай бұрын
aww congrats!! - we're putting together some resources on how to travel with a baby: forms.gle/VDrzJzVkEfrCBMGt8
@nataliedepto-vesey95045 ай бұрын
Its called ladder golf in my neck of the woods 😊
@EvaAliceD5 ай бұрын
No worries says Hunter like a true Aussie😍😍
@anniek15 ай бұрын
Yessss more van life vids!! Loving them
@barber06115 ай бұрын
I enjoy the travel with raw life mixed into every video best!.....we popped jiffy pop all the time when I was a kid in the USA.....like, 60 years ago!