The Future of Flying the Nest - End Of Year Q&A

[@hakanoncu4605]

Thanks from Turkey 🇹🇷 We love you! You look so great 😊

[@d5486]

Hakan Öncü astik bayraklari ^_^

[@MsKestrela]

I've watched since year 1. You have been 'forced' to mature in spectacular ways through your travels. Filming when you're tired, stressed, or confused gives travelers wonderful insight on how to deal with some of the inevitable problems with international travel. Keep up the wonderful work, and thanks for taking me along! ♥

[@wbssigns]

your attitude to mobile phones has just made you my fav you tubers, THANK YOU for being real and not letting tech ruin life, AWESOME!

[@8ievaieva8]

To be honest, I kind of like that you are a small channel. You are so genuine and grateful about your community, it shows. And the comments section is so positive and clean. That being said, I hope you guys blow up and reach at least 500k this year! Happy New Year!

[@paintandpinotinperth7868]

You guys are rapidly becoming my favourite KZbinrs. Love your passion for life and adventure. Looking forwards to your 2029 adventures 😍🎨🍷

[@kit2130]

Paint and Pinot in Perth the subscriber numbers are going up so fast too for everyone! Just since yesterday I noticed there's 3k more subscribers!

[@paintandpinotinperth7868]

Oh wow! That’s incredible.! You guys so deserve it. It’s taken me nearly a year to pass my first 100!! Happy new year to you both ❤️🎨🍷

[@rosiecarter6597]

don't you mean 2019? not 2029 lol

[@paintandpinotinperth7868]

Mitrogames Alexander lol Thanks for that! Although the way these guys are going then they’ll still be strong in 2029 😂😍

[@jonahmiller8461]

my favourite is definitely Cappadocia! That one is incredible. After, probably "Trying Turkish Food in Istanbul"

[@andreas_adventures]

I totally agree that it is better to fully research a place before you go, rather than just go with the flow. It's much better to know you aren't missing anything amazing and make the best use of time.

[@mickeyuk1]

Nice that you guys reached 200,000 this year. Good things happen to good people. Keep up the good work. People like you all and Kara and Nate inspire me and assist me in my travels. I head to Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Kuala Lumpur, Da Nang, Hoi An, and Hanoi tomorrow morning. I’m pumped. Got to get to as many countries as possible before I get too old (59). Happy New year and look forward to your adventures in 2019.

[@milahadu2737]

enjoy your travels michael

[@halilaltnay6006]

I've been following your videos for a long time,thank you guys for your positive comments about Turkey and turkish people.Happy new yer.Greetings

[@babaeren62]

Your trip to Turkey a very cinematographic!!! This kind of trip videos on KZbin can be one of the best visually.It's my idea!

[@intallpines]

Love so much that you try the food. Some people would try to hide eating, but you embrace it and that is real life! Love you both! Happy 2019!

[@bobguenther6658]

Cappadocia was definitely my favorite. I remember writing and saying the music you used was just stunning. Still love them all though. Can’t wait for the 2019 videos.

[@CemreNeverland]

That thing between you guys is really magical because it’s really rare that two people are on the same page. How awesome you just quit your jobs and go on this adventure, I bet if you weren’t together this wouldn’t happened.

[@anjelicka64]

Much love and light to you from Colorado! And your right it’s never too late😃 I’m in my late 40’s raised my kids so now it’s time for me and my Beloved🖤

[@SamYassPM]

You guys absolutely killed it this year, so happy to see how much both in your content and your audience have grown so fast! We really feel like we're exactly where you were three years ago, putting our "dream jobs" aside to pursue what you really want our of life. Keep at it guys, can't wait to see where you'll go in 2019!

[@anastasijastamenova2349]

My favorite videos were Turkey Egypt, Budapest and Austria. I decided to go to Budapest and austria because of your vlogs and i loved it. Now i'm planning my next trip and its going to be turkey, your travels inspire me so much.

[@LoftsNHomes1]

Your videos just keep getting better and better in various ways. Thanks for keepin on with your travels. Its great and entertaining to see your travels around the world. I also appreciate seeing all the pescatarian/vegetarian food options in your travels

[@achavedeacesso]

One day I would love to give you guys a big hug and say "thank you" for not only inspiring us all, but also for being 2 AMAZING human beings!

[@Hiiiiii330]

My kids and I love your channel and look forward to your new uploads. You compliment each other very well and are so pleasant entertaining and informative to watch. I’m so glad full time travel ended up working out for you guys not only because now I can kinda live vicariously through you lol but because it’s so inspiring to see how hard work and real passion pays off!

[@DelightfulTravellers]

Our favourites were definitely some of the Egypt Series. So good! Happy New Year you guys! - Trevor

[@georgie8961]

You two are the most likable couple and travel vloggers on KZbin. So genuine, down to earth, and kind. Congratulations on such a successful 2018, you truly deserve it! Can't wait to travel along and see what you do in 2019! x

[@TheGreatJRW]

My suggestion for 2019 would be: 1. Germany (Hamburg in the north, Erfurt in the east and munich in the south) 2. The Netherlands (Amsterdam, Rotterdam) 3. Switzerland (Basel, the "Bodensee", and of course the alps) and 4. Italy (Rome, Turin, Napoli and Venezia). Maybe you will visit these countrys on your way to the scandinavic countrys.

[@JackandGabExplore]

Those are all great suggestions! Only been to Munich so far, but hope to visit the others too.

[@TheGreatJRW]

Jack and Gab Explore In this case you have to do an trip through Germany and maybe including Austria and Switzerland. Germany is because of its history so diverse. Every single state in Germany has his own kind of culture, with traditions,food and so on.

[@JackandGabExplore]

@@TheGreatJRW That sounds like so much fun, thank you for writing out a detailed answer! We hope we can make it there one day and spend enough time to cover it all :)

[@myassessmentadres1349]

I admire Stephen - he is a very special person, I hardly see anyone like you/him.

[@nazimunsal1]

Thank you for all !!!! Best wishes from Istanbul. I wish you a very happy 2019 😘🥰

[@karinjuern3092]

I’m still doing catchup from the last four years, as I’ve only in the last three months caught wind of your amazingly fun travel vlogs. So if my suggestion of traveling a bit in Germany is something you’ve done, oops. Lol. Your energy, adventurousness, and passion for sharing has been a joy to watch. Wishing I was 30 years younger and traveling more. Keep up the wonderful work. Hoping that your wish to travel the Nordic countries becomes a reality this year.

[@amystaahs2118]

I agree with you so much about social media and mobile phones affecting people from living in the moment! So many people live for the perfect photo or take the photos for the perception of having fun but not actually enjoy what they're doing. Or you will be out somewhere like to dinner or at a party and so many people are just on their phones scrolling to see what everyone is up to instead of living their own life and enjoying it.

[@lynn-888]

Egypt was my favorite. I loved the whole series, and my favorite, favorite part was when Jess called out the instagram shot of her sitting with the kings. So good.

[@laurenkent5986]

One video that stuck with me was the Egypt videos because later that year I was going their as my overseas holiday at 15. Love your videos so much ❤️

[@mundanethings208]

Your Croatia series is definitely my favorite! Inspired me so much to do more travelling once I graduate. Your Capaddocia vlog was the first video I watched from you and I immediately fell in love with your channel. Can’t wait to see what 2019 has in store for you both. Much love x

[@kamalkhalilov4365]

Found your channel 2 months ago and I have been loving every series. Keep it up and I hope it will be an amazing year for all of us. Thank you

[@allegra1236]

Hard pressed to choose a favorite episode!! Your recent Christmas vlog touched me . So much love in your family. Glad your holidays were as good as ours! Good luck in 2019

[@Ahmed3a1a2]

Way to go guys , been here since the Egyptian Series , glad it was one of your best trips in 2018

[@RafaelSousa-qm8jb]

Come to Brazil! So much more than Rio and São Paulo. Beaches like Fernando de Noronha, Arraial do Cabo, Ilha Grande, Búzios, and Balneário Camboriú. Cultural Centers like Paraty, Ouro Preto, Olinda, Salvador, Petrópolis, Manaus, and Blumenau. Jaw dropping natural spots like Lençóis Maranhenses, the Pantanal, Cânion do Funil, Jalapão, Mt Roraima, Bonito, Iguaçu Falls and the ever so famous Amazon. We welcome you with open arms (and a visa) and I hope you consider it for 2019.

[@sanam820]

U guys really deserve a multiple of 200000 subscribers 👍🏻 very genuine and honestly you guys are amazing. 👍🏻Thanks for taking us along the journey. I love your UK by train series😃

[@gabiburn2]

the Iceland series was my favorite !! love you guys and so grateful for what you guys do !

[@TigersTimelessTreasures]

Whatever you do this year, just don't change your theme music! I love that song and totally associate it with your vlogs now.

[@kittyrenee9776]

We’ve been binging your channel from the very beginning this week and it has been such a cool experience to watch you grow and evolve. From being excited for finding just enough change for a coffee to your wedding, to seeing all of these incredible countries and world wonders. It’s hard to not feel emotionally connected as you become to know you guys and see the journey unfold! So cool to see you guys hit this milestone and receive such a cool gift! Very excited to watch the rest of the videos that lead to your pregnancy and current day. Congratulations on all of your success. It’s obvious the hard work you put into your channel and blog. 🤍

[@flyingthenest]

Wow this is the loveliest message thank you so much! This really means a lot 💛💛💛

[@PlanesTrainsEverything]

These guys are brilliant. I hope 2019 surpasses what you have achieved in 2018.

[@bigstackD]

Your channel is really growing strong averaging 1000 subs day I’m so happy for you guys🤘🏻😁🤘🏻

[@BeckyJ]

What a beautiful q&a I almost cried. What you said about just taking that leap of faith was so inspiring. You two are so humble and I'm so happy you got your plaque!

[@heatherm1372]

I have no doubts that you will reach all of your goals and more! You are such wonderful people and your happy uplifting personalities are incredible! ❤❤ so excited for 2019

[@ytayilga]

I live in istanbul. İt is great to see TURKEY on top 😊 Although I have been there twice. I Loved your cappadocia blog, starting was very emotional. Have a wonderfull year...

[@LifeWithSatch]

Antarctica is a place I’ve always wanted to go too! I hadn’t known anyone that had ever been there and now suddenly two people I know have gone and loved it! ♥️

[@LifeWithSatch]

Also great advice - I’m one week into three years of long-travel and it’s so good to know what to do/not to do. 🙂 I’m also one week in and I’ve picked up a bug in Asia so lying in my hotel room binging FTN until I recover. 😅

Looking forward to your next travel series! I joined your channel during your Iceland trip and was impressed by your videos since that day. You deserve every view and every subscriber, because your passion and love for travel shows in all your videos. ❤️

[@DrewJVal]

i wanna watch your first q&a now. u crying at the pyramids make me cry so happy for you and all the expierices youve gained. what a time xx

[@AnnetteLamour]

Now you're at 260k...You guys are doing so great! ❤

[@becgrinceri1170]

Love looking back and seeing how far you’ve come! So awesome! You’re changing lives and inspiring people everyday and that’s not something just anyone can do. It takes a certain personality and drive to do what you guys do and I admire that in you both so much! Can’t wait to see all your journeys in 2019! Love you! ❤️

[@yukat3206]

Happy New Year :🎍 I love your shooting style, talk, involving your family, editing, the balance of all and in the end, . thank all he production you make are always entertaining us one of the best KZbinrs I enjoy watching I’m Japanese who loves Turkish food & cannot wait to see videos of Sri Lanka & Nordic somewhere. Anytime, anywhere, you go, I follow your videos😊

[@tripdontfallxyz]

ahh Sri Lanka is amazing! still working on my blog series from that trip this past year. truly incredibly country, amazing people and food and incredible variety. you will LOVE it!

[@Victoria-jj9ub]

I found you guys in 2018. You just randomly popped up in my youtube feed (i didn't even watch travel videos because i was scared of feeling trapped in my own life). It was the video where you tried turkish food, and i guess it was faith because your videos are such a treat! Now i look forward to them as if i am expecting a gift, which i'd like to see them as =) The Turkey series are my favourite (not because i have a turkish heritage, at least it isn't all of it. It probably is because you enjoyed it so much, it showed and you captured so much beauty 😍 It was a push for me to decide that will go to Cappadoccia myself this summer. THANK YOU!

[@bobbyaugust6568]

You 2 are bloody AWESOME!!!...my children and I have learned so much and are inspired by you both. We live in the North Island of New Zealand and decided we want to go down South which is how we found you guys. Now we want to go everywhere lol. We appreciate your respect for one another, your humility, honesty and ability to connect and make us feel more excited and confident about travelling. We wish you all the best in the World...kia kaha.

[@Sam-mn4vl]

Great choice on Sri Lanka, my parents have been twice and loved it. Congrats on a fantastic year and here's to another successful and happy 2019.

[@hyunjiyoon4610]

I know this is kinda funny but I’m supporting you guys through not skipping the ads no matter how long they are!!!!

[@squiz4465]

my favourite video of the year was probably the road trip through south wales. Great editing, great scenery, just looked like an awesome time. Actually in the process of booking a road trip there now because of that video, so cheers!!!

[@soumimandal1909]

Happyyyyyy new year dear.... ♥️♥️ My fav was the Iceland series.... Loved it... And after that... I hvnt missed a single video of Urs... 😍😍

[@kit2130]

soumi mandal have they been to Alaska? It is also so photogenic!!!

[@soumimandal1909]

@@kit2130 no...hvnt been to Iceland and alaska.... I only watched their Iceland series... And I got so awestruck....😍

[@KiraiBK]

Congratulations on 260k and on the growth as your channel as well as your growth as people. I started watching a couple of years ago after seeing you two on a Funforlouis video in East Africa (I believe). Your channel was smaller then, but still very informative. So happy for your success and can’t wait to see where 2019 takes you.

[@basaktorun6843]

Best wishes and loves from Turkey. U are amazing 😙 Anyone who wants to visit Turkey is welcomed.

[@Tina-ux6pq]

Thank you guys! My favorit was definately the Egypt one. Absolutely loved it! I got to spend New Years in London and it was the first trip ever that I only took a few pictures and spent as little time on my phone and it was awesome. I realized I probably never will look at them again and then I Just don't need them and I got to live more in the moment. Best experience to end 2018!

[@geraldinehilliard2509]

So agree with you're opinion on trying to up load on so many media yet not catering for all that is why i' m an avid follower of yours ,you have perfected this and I coudnt bear to miss your posts . Thank You

[@pinixooxtz6178]

My favourite Series is also the turkish Series, I remember I had to learn for my exams and I don’t know how but I discovered your channel, I subscribed and Watched your videos with a big joy. You both are so humble and stay true to yourselfes.👍🏼❤️

[@hilalcan5076]

I recognized you with your videos in Turkey.I'm studying English preparation and your videos are helpful for my training. you deserve better 👏🏻🍀

[@cosmicpreneur]

Because of your travel series on Turkey I have booked my tour with Intrepid for later this year I am so excited! Also I think Cuba would be an amazing place to explore, and even more of Greece! I've been to Greece 3 times and covered quite a few islands yet there are still so many more to see, all unique and beautiful in their own ways :) Mainland Greece is also stunning, I went to Meteora in 2018 it was breathtaking. I think its a place you guys would really appreciate.

[@MrShaneMH]

Thank you so much of being one of my favorite KZbinrs! You two make my day every day a better day with your positive energy videos. I made plans for 2019 to make my first intercontinental flight to Australia. I am absolutely proud of you two and I wish you two all the best for 2019. You got all my blessings from The Netherlands. My fav vid is when you two got to Turkey and when you fly back home ❤️❤️ ill see u in 2019!!!

[@Sandra-from-midagedtravellers]

Congrats you really deserve it, you both have a great chemistry and it is always fun watching your vlogs. You never forget your family and being so sweet to them. We met in your country 10 years ago, an Irish and a German, loved our time in Australia. Probably the only one we nearly traveled fully with nearly 2 years time to do that. Keep it up and happy new year, so excited what will be first for you guys. Our first trip will be New York, first time for us.

[@lynntang7883]

My favorite video that I took your advice on was the German autobahn and going to Quedlinburg. But I have many more travel ideas that are now on my travel bucket list from your videos in 2018.

[@Rana-yk9sh]

So glad my country came second in your favorite countries list 😍Would love it if you come visit and explore more!❤️❤️

[@ashsingh5083]

You guys deserve all your success and growth!! Love your Chanel so much, such an inspiration for my personal travel as well !!!

[@sonyabutler3746]

Iceland was my favorite! My husband and I based alot of our 2018 trip to Iceland on your videos, especially the food. We went to Cafe Loki and Sea Barron and got exactly what you got and it was AMAZING!

[@CheeseOnEverything]

you guys are doing great! hope you hit a mill in no time! The best travel channel imo.

[@aalaptrivedi3115]

Turkey was my favourite too but in 2017. Now Iceland climbed on to the top of my list for next trip. Happy New year. Hopefully see you in India soon. Cheers.

[@LadyOfSummer]

You guys have to go to Finland and Estonia - and ride the ferry from Helsinki/Tallinn to the other. The views are gorgeous and the culture is amazing there. Tallinn is such a gorgeous Medieval city, and Helsinki is just a work of art.

[@ChillyDunk]

The best thing anyone can do in life is follow their passion :)

[@lauralee9041]

Happy new year. I hope you have a wonderful year of great travels!

[@heathergray7075]

I watch because you two are so sweet. It makes me happy to see a relationship that is so harmonious and Loving. You could go Anywhere and i would watch Just because you two are uplifting and inspiring. Im old enough to know this requires dedication and sometimes effort. Grateful

[@anetajeziorska8445]

Last year I went to Iran and I was blown away - I highly recommend! If you ever go there - I'm coming along!! I want to go back there badly - and that place and people that I've met stayed in my mind! And I like to watch your experience from places that I've been to - and I was in Sri Lanka few years back so looking forward that series.

[@JackandGabExplore]

How was your trip to Iran? We'd love to hear more about it!

[@anetajeziorska8445]

@@JackandGabExplore we went for two weeks (15 days to be exact) and we did the route Tehran - Qeshm - Shiraz - Kerman - DashE Lut (desert) - Shiraz - Persepolis - Yazd - Esfahan - Kashan - Tehran. And we did small trips on the way - like Chak Chak temple, Abyaneh, Maranbaj (desert - we slept there and it was definitely an experience to have!), underground city Nushabad, and probably more! I fell in love with Shiraz, Kashan, and Esfahan! We managed to see a lot and experience a lot. People are amazingly friendly - they treated us like celebrities for some reason - like asking us to take photos with us! And they did it in such nice way! And we were lucky - we were in September at the time they celebrate Ashura - with "parades" on the streets for 2-3 days, and acting out the scenes on the street etc. I think its fun to be there for Ashura or Persian New Year! Amazing!!!

[@JackandGabExplore]

@@anetajeziorska8445 Wow that sounds incredible!!! So happy for you that you got to experience a wonderful trip like that. We would absolutely love to visit some day. Thank you for taking the time to share your itinerary :)

[@anetajeziorska8445]

@@JackandGabExplore I hope you will also get the chance to go there and experience that!! I highly recommend!

[@Lpelhamdm]

You guys are my favorite KZbin travel vacation. I get to experience travelling with you in 20 minute trips that might even be better than going through the trouble of getting there myself. In addition to destinations - what about doing a trip for a festival or event - like Carnival, or mardi gras?

[@veronicadeleon1964]

Congraduations to you guys, very well deserved!!!! Thanks fir sharing your travels with the world. Keep your videos coming love you!!!

[@tessaham2939]

You are my favorite KZbinrs, always so positive and humble. Thank you for your hard work and the beautiful video series you make, you are such an inspiration!

[@sandyclarke6708]

And now you have 381,000 subscribers. Very proud of fellow Aussies.

[@Ben_Habliza]

Thanks from Egypt Your videos about Egypt is so beautiful 💕💕

[@vickyb8313]

Happy New Year Steve and Jess, as a long time subscriber I wanted to thank you for another year of fantastic travel vlog's and I look forward to what 2019 has in store. 2019 bring it on!!!

[@mhaddad75]

I am glad that you enjoyed Egypt. Greetings from Egyptian Canadian. I hope to see you in Canada this year. Happy new year guys.

[@mustafamahmood5920]

Happy new year , I wish you the best guys.

[@reveenaskitchen]

I'm about to take off traveling and I'm starting in Sri Lanka! I can't wait to watch your videos and see the adventures that you get up to whilst there.

[@jessicawatt836]

Great videos this year, I have loved watching them and look forward to every new one posted. All the best for 2019, can't wait to see what adventures you both get up to! 😘 from a fellow Perthian!

[@eliferturk8449]

Love you guys. You are always welcomed ♥️🇹🇷

[@apextroll]

I remember the first video I watched was you were on a bus to Victoria Falls..Dec 2016. Time flies..Cheers!!

[@Travel_culture]

Congrats guys, I've been watching you guys for a while, I think a cool video for you guys to share is how to pack for that kind of trips you guys do, like what type of shoes always have on hand, one jacket, etc. and definitely Egipt was one of my favourite series, want to go there so bad .

[@wendysmith6184]

cant wait to see whats in store this year for you both. Sri lanka how wonderful cant wait to see your vlogs. im of to India in Oct for 15 days and cant wait.

[@toddlucas1550]

The most important thing that you two have done for me this year was your fingers pushing the post button.

[@dropmelon]

Iceland and Ireland vlogs are my favourites 😃

[@matisspudulis8194]

I am very happy that you are going to Sri Lanka. I watched Vagabrothers video series and just fell in love with this place.

[@potterkelly487]

Morocco opening video was pretty spectacular, Turkey amazing "who knew". Thank you!

[@milahadu2737]

just saying these guys are awesome..... fav youtubers ever

[@noahbowie5985]

Happy New Year! Love you guys and I'm looking forward to seeing you do incredible things in 2019. We're all sending you love from London!! I recommend visiting India (how have you not been there!!!!) As well as Hong Kong and South Korea. I've been to all three and I love them. So I hope you can go there at some point in the future

[@dawnmullen4348]

Turkey was my favorite too! I want to take my family there after seeing your experience.

[@benec5816]

Well done this year Tonia and i have realy enjoyed all your adventures they are so down to earth and explain everything and are so easy to follow and enjoy well done outstanding. We hope that you both have an awesome 2019 stay safe and enjoy yourselves see ya

[@1000erey2]

Ye are such an inspiration and I cannot wait to see lots more of your content this year!

[@AprilandTimTravel]

We're so happy to see all of your hard work pay off SO MUCH in 2018!! Can't wait to see where 2019 takes you 😆

[@subutaynoyan5372]

It's quite weird to rewatch this now. I just like your videos. And about your editing, Cappadocia video is probably best edited travel vlog around. Everything about it is top notch, from the music, the cuts, the angles, frames, all of it is awesome. Turkish Ministry of Tourism can't even come near that, with all those millions they spend on promotion of the country.