It was so good meeting up! Thanks for the caravan tour and we'll have to catch up when I get back from the long walk!
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
Yes, so glad both our timings worked out like that. Seriously can't wait to follow along on your epic hike!
@WheresPoppy5 жыл бұрын
I feel exactly the same way! I'm honestly exhausted from traveling and feel like I need a break. This video was really nice to watch, it was honest unlike so many videos out there and it was really nice to have someone to relate to, so thanks!
@TravellingK5 жыл бұрын
It's a surprise reaching that point where you don't want to travel any more, isn't it! Hope you've had a chance to recharge on your travels.
@vicmiller71915 жыл бұрын
Yes it does sound like you need a few days to just breathe for a day or two, great thinking Lady. And good interview. And Girl i think you just need to stop and Rest for your self...please rest...Vic
@mytravelhub29774 жыл бұрын
I've always wanted to do time on the road in a campervan/motor home. Thanks for the great videos..keep them coming.
@TravellingK4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Sanjay! Yes, highly recommend time on the road
@mytravelhub29774 жыл бұрын
@@TravellingK I'm planning on visiting Invercargill soon. It will be a good chance to loop the whole South Island. Do you use free sites or mainly Holiday Parks?
@chrisandrachelbruhn78826 жыл бұрын
Wow what a stunning end to your video. I’m pleased you got your mojo back and took that drive - so so worth it! X
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
Yes, I'm so so glad I drove out! There's something so uplifting when you experience something like that.
@HelenBeeee6 жыл бұрын
Sometimes there is a need to be still......your body lets you know when its time......and Im glad you did because that other place you went to is unbelievably beautiful. Thanks for sharing your travels with us.
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
I think I need to really listen to what my body is telling me. Yes, so so glad I went to that other spot instead.
@RicoResolves6 жыл бұрын
Great vlog! Never seen this channel before but I'm glad I did now! This is why I love KZbin!
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
Great to hear! Glad you've been recommended this video by KZbin 😀
@TinyHouseTruckLivingNZ6 жыл бұрын
Yes I agree it can be tiring. Trying to get your work finished to then drive does not leave much time for unwinding. Everyone needs chill time. It's OK to relax 🙂
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
I do need to keep repeating to myself that 'it's ok to relax'!!
@lizleonard36816 жыл бұрын
Hi Karen good interview hope you feel yourself soon 🥺
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Mari is lovely. I did take a bigger break after this video and recharged 😀
@louie8888888886 жыл бұрын
WoW looks super place to be near the water and the views are just to die for . Keep the videos coming
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
It's really my favourite part of NZ!
@pageant1fd6 жыл бұрын
Slow down Karen and drink in those awesome surroundings more. We had a rediculously tight schedule years ago touring South Africa in a motorhome and we regretted it as we were so shattered on our return to UK,and realised we should of reduced the " must see " places and enjoyed the remainder more in depth.You've opted for this wonderful way of life of exploration and will gain much more from that choice if you take time and relax perhaps with a few G &T's !!🍹🍹🍹 Take care !
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
That is so true... sometime we just need to slow down and take it all in.
@hughelvin55095 жыл бұрын
It does the sole good to just chill every once in a while. love your easy going Vids.All the very best H
@TravellingK5 жыл бұрын
Yes, chilling is needed sometimes 😀
@brighton_dude6 жыл бұрын
Travelling is exhausting. It's very good to have a break and, as you say, a recharge. It looks like a great location for a recharge as well. It was lovely seeing Mari Johnson I didn't know her before. I'm going to check out her channel.
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
Mari is lovely! And yes, so surprising how travelling is tiring.
@eyelidman096 жыл бұрын
Hello Karen, I’ve taken the road from Te Anau to Milford sound, and it’s an absolutely breathtaking journey - really worth it. Do allow yourself time to rest and think and decide what you want to do next. Continually travelling can take its toll. Take stock and be kind to yourself. Peter. P.S. I didn’t see the whole video and realised you’d decided against Milford sound. No problem as NZ is still stunning wherever you go.
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
It's funny that I didn't make it to Milford Sound as I've been a few times now and it's my favourite part of NZ!! I'll just have to go back...
@RGC1985 жыл бұрын
Hi Karen, Wow!! I actually originally found your channel after Mari mentioned it on her KZbin channel, to which I also subscribe. I didn't realise that you both interviewed each other. Mari is currently walking the PCT in USA. Anyway, take care. Robert.
@TravellingK5 жыл бұрын
Really? That's awesome. Yes we did interview each other. I've been following along on Mari's hike - such an epic adventure!
@RGC1985 жыл бұрын
Actually, the way Mari arrives in your video from what appears to be the wilderness looks quite impressive. LOL I am also following Mari's PCT hike.
@Kelle0016 жыл бұрын
Mari is so lovely. So glad you met up.
@TravellingK5 жыл бұрын
Yes, she is truely a nice person😀
@VintageTrailerMagazine6 жыл бұрын
I hear ya sister! I love the road tripping life too but I run out of “travel steam” sometimes too! Kia kaha! 😍
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
It really is crazy how that can happen, isn't it!
@caravanwullie73396 жыл бұрын
Had me worried there with ur headline x
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
😂Sorry for the scare!
@vicmiller71915 жыл бұрын
And what a view at the top. And the Spanish moss was really cool we have that in many parts of the South...🙂😉
@TravellingK5 жыл бұрын
It was well worth the walk!
@FresnoJoe24 жыл бұрын
Amen~!
@dynaflo885 жыл бұрын
take those moments,,,,when you are tired.......to discover what makes your heart yearn....
@TravellingK5 жыл бұрын
Yes, taking care of my mental health is important... slowly learning that I can’t travel too fast for too long!
@LibbyWithnall6 жыл бұрын
It's sounds like you need a holiday :-). Are you able to stay put for a bit and rest up? Enjoyed meeting Mari - she seems pretty awesome. Wow - that walk was stunning.
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
Luckily I find a great campground to recharge at soon. Mari is really lovely.
@tspacefullstop41616 жыл бұрын
Glad you're having a rest period. Listening to yourself is so important. 💯🙋 I'm reading 'Wild' by Cheryl Strayed so subbed to Mari's channel. 🎒🔙🚶♀️🚶♂️
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
Perfect timing with Wild and Mari's channel! I can't wait to see how Mari goes. And yes, I really do need to start listening to myself more often I think.
@gkuk6 жыл бұрын
Hi Karen, Hang in there it will pass ❤️
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
Thank you - I took a good break after this and recharged 😀
@paultaylorphotography94996 жыл бұрын
Great honest vid TK u need some hot Hawkes Bay sun lass 😎 happy to continue my wee donation to your travels keep going girl nice to meet Mari too 👍🏼
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
haha, I've finally got some sunshine now. And really appreciate your contribution! Hope the Hawkes Bay campground is treating you right. Yes, Mari is lovely.
@paultaylorphotography94996 жыл бұрын
Travelling K gotta keep that vit A topped up 😎 yeah dix place is sound great wee place 🚐 safe travs mate
@johnmehaffey99535 жыл бұрын
Hi Karen, I'm very like yourself I always listen to my gut instinct and it's got me through life so far, never ignore your sixth sense if you're blessed with this instinct use it it's always been good for me, nice vid you both look good together, travel safe
@TravellingK5 жыл бұрын
Glad you agree! It's worked for me so far :P
@michaelhodges24486 жыл бұрын
Very nice place did you see her van
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
No I didn't end up seeing Mari's van! Hopefully one day 😀
@Dan_Beed6 жыл бұрын
That is a great pie shop👍
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
They seem to have real chunks of meat in them!
@Dan_Beed6 жыл бұрын
When I was there I was vegetarian so only eat that one type 🥴👋 I have since been back for a chicken pie and it was good👍
@recumbenttriker62184 жыл бұрын
I'm one of Mari's subs she and Nick have talked about a micro house. From what Ive read even those cost a lot. I'd love to see Mari and Nick in a van, camper or some such there's a lot of freedom in such a lifestyle 🤔
@TravellingK4 жыл бұрын
That’s great to hear! I believe they have a small caravan? Loved her recent epic hike.
@sidlewis39546 жыл бұрын
Hi Kay , just wondering are you still coming to the U.K this year. ?? Would be great if you could make Tourerfest 19 and meet a load of Utube vlogers. 😘😘
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
Yes, I am making it to the UK, but unfortunately miss Tourerfest! I'm there in July and August 😀
@samcassidy0016 жыл бұрын
Yup have a rest and stay at a place for a wee bit longer. Know how the feels having to move while working. Sometimes you've got to listen to your body and re energized ☺
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
It's surprising how tiring it is. And learning where all the facilities are and what food the local supermarket has.
@dontask89796 жыл бұрын
Let the binge watching begin. Subbed. 👍
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
haha that's awesome to hear!
@fazlindale53005 жыл бұрын
Hi hope you feel better soon. Did u ever have the gas detector fitted? I read an article recently about a woman that was feeling tired nd listless for a long time nd Dr's couldn't find out what's wrong. Untill she had some renovations done to her house nd the workers found that she had a gas problem that was affecting her health. Forgive me if I'm being forward...
@TravellingK5 жыл бұрын
That's really interesting to hear... I did get a gas detected fitted in the end, so luckily doesn't seem that.
@brianatkinson44846 жыл бұрын
👍😂. Keep your chin up. & take notice of your body, if it’s asking to slow down. Don’t ignore it, go with it, love from 🇬🇧
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Brain 😀I do need to be kind to myself I think...
@jesusmota51586 жыл бұрын
Hi k! From Dominican Republic.
@ellexpress1116 жыл бұрын
Time to just be is so important
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
I like that... I find when I hike in beautiful surroundings, that's when I daydream and just be.
@CazPea6 жыл бұрын
You do an awful lot, what with work and travel. Driving is tiring in itself. You deserve a nice break. Enjoy it while you can. Stunning scenery, that was worth the up hill hike 🌈
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
Yes, driving and travelling is surprisingly tiring! And the views where epic!
@flybyairplane35285 жыл бұрын
Karen, Hello, tired ,,eh, I just realized what it is both of you were drinking, I sampled it in supermarket, and it’s expensive,,and it’s from AUSTRALIA, I did not thing any good for the JINGER ALE , though Enjoy, , Cheers From NJ..USA🇦🇺🇺🇸
@TravellingK5 жыл бұрын
haha, a normal drink for us as Australia isn't too far away.
@trailerparksupervisor70466 жыл бұрын
Nice to see 2 women drinking beer.
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
😂It's actually Ginger Beer.... but I like beer.
@ImaginaryKiddo6 жыл бұрын
Brought to you by Bundaberg! ✌🏻
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
😂😂We realised half way through and joked about it.
@maureenmcgrath46646 жыл бұрын
Might be worth getting your thyroid blood levels checked, you never know. Also I reccommend taking a Magnesium supplement such as Naturalcalm. Its a magnesium citrate powder you can dissolve in your bottled water and drink throughout the day. Its a very important mineral for the body to make energy and most people are deficient. It has many many benefits. Dr Caroline Dean wrote the book " The Magnesium Miracle". Many videos re magnesium benefits on KZbin. Look for one which features Dr Dean if possible. Hope it helps.
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
Hmmm ok, if I keep getting tired, maybe I'll get checked. Thank you!
@gregbolitho97753 жыл бұрын
not bad m8, must be alot of spiders to have that many webs. stay safe, vertical an well.
@TravellingK3 жыл бұрын
Luckily I didn’t see any!
@entertainmentchanneloz15095 жыл бұрын
8:40 food plays a major part on how the body feels :)
@TravellingK5 жыл бұрын
I think this time it was travelling too fast... ran out of steam.
@entertainmentchanneloz15095 жыл бұрын
@@TravellingK yes and that steam is fueled by what we eat :) hence why at a petrol pump they have 91 fuel 95 fuel amd 98 the 98 is best for your car and improves engine performance and distance traveled; )
@acafwd6 жыл бұрын
Try some Berocca! ;-)
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
haha might need to try that 😜
@daddybob60966 жыл бұрын
Hi Karen, Mari seems a nice young lady, just like you.
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
Oh, Mari is lovely! Just the nicest person.
@williamcox96326 жыл бұрын
i lost my visa card and when i get my new one will continue making donations to your great adventure. Im planning a 4wd trek in the south island in winter can i still do this without seeing too many tourists and freedom campers! can you help with a travel plan Cheers Will
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
Appreciate that!! Yes, happy to suggest a few places. I think you definitely can - particularly in winter. I think the main tourist places are Queenstown, Te Anau / Milford Sounds, Mt Cook, then little pockets dotted around. Send me a message and we can talk more.
@krippleinacaravanxxx7076 жыл бұрын
My prediction you gorgeous darling. Take a very long break and recharge You deserve the best xxxxx
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I did take more of a break after this and recharged.
@vauxhallmechanic6 жыл бұрын
Hi K When you come to the UK you need to try a Pukka pie they are the best. 😍🍜
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
Ohhh Ok, I'm intrigued. Any certain place to get them from?
@vauxhallmechanic6 жыл бұрын
@@TravellingK any supermarket sells them 😍
@johnlaing91245 жыл бұрын
Burn out?
@TravellingK5 жыл бұрын
Maybe nearly....
@lieandreality82386 жыл бұрын
I love ypu❤❤❤❤
@rogerwileman83996 жыл бұрын
Why do travel so fast moving every two day does take it out of you .You will have to learn to so DOWN !!!! . This is what my wife and I had to do when we traveled around europe . Just have a good rest then you will be OK
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
Yes, I do think I was travelling too fast. Just lost my interest in exploring more! I've done this same thing when I raced around South America trying to fit it all in.
@marieJmarsham6 жыл бұрын
That face K! It's a grimace 😁
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
hehe, can't have too many boring smiling thumbnails 😜
@igrand64736 жыл бұрын
Driving can take alot out of you, specially with towing a caravan.
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
Something that's taken me a while to realise!
@fastasfox6 жыл бұрын
Collaborating now....go girl.
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
I'm hoping to collaborate more while in the UK too 😜
@fastasfox6 жыл бұрын
@@TravellingK When are you coming to the UK ( I feel I should know the answer to this if I had payed enough attention lol).
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
😂😂I'm there in July and August! Can't wait.
@mickkingston14505 жыл бұрын
Your better having longer periods time to chill before moving around to the next site.
@TravellingK5 жыл бұрын
I’ll agree! I need to learn to travel slower...
@ms.gutierrez62946 жыл бұрын
Get the travel bug back lol !!
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
It eventually came back😜
@kerrylaw1004 жыл бұрын
You need to rest couch out read sleep and eat treats movies and sleep ... then go again x
@lisawells-baker32085 жыл бұрын
Driving is tiresome...... isn't easy....you need to book in rest...or shorten your travel times....your amazing.....love you I'm ending my lease in 10 months if not before..and going nomad...I've been watching you and bob wells on cheaprvlivng channel.....for relaxing music, I found a nomad in America he has his own website...he's a great artist and musician really out there but his music is relaxing check out uniballon.net
@TravellingK5 жыл бұрын
Oh how exciting that you’re planning to go nomad!
@williamcox96326 жыл бұрын
hi K thats something that happens when you get older get your mojo back please!!
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
The down side of getting older??😭
@brettalfero62456 жыл бұрын
Another awesome vid... aww hang in there.... 🤗 you will be okay xx do you have an e mail address I could mail you on... have an idea but not sure how viable... if the van was sorted and I had a decent tow car I’d say come here for a change in scenery... traveling K SA
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Brett! My email is karen@travellingk.com
@brettalfero62456 жыл бұрын
Gonna mail u now
@iritantNL6 жыл бұрын
Tick bite? Lyme's? Hope not!
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
Think I just need to relax for a bit 😀
@madeinmichigan67736 жыл бұрын
This lifestyle is a passing fad. Most ppl that try this last approx 2 yrs max. The classifieds are full of vans, RV'S and motorhomes for sale. More than ever that has been for sale all in one time. Unless you live offgrid and can have no need for amenities than you may last longer?
@TravellingK6 жыл бұрын
I've already passed the average 2 year mark then 😀I think it's easier if you have campgrounds that start to feel like other home bases. Long term, having a bit of land somewhere might be nice.