VINTAGE TUGBOAT converted to AirBnB - Boat Tour

[@yelyint5620]

It's super sweet of you that you sent your parents there for their 40th Anniversary! That's why we (Fans of DownieLive) gravitate to your channel, mate; your contents are more than traveling, more than YouTubing, more than having good time. Simply full of hearts. Thank you, Mike. Cheers!

[@anonbee9726]

"Full of hearts".....YES!!!

[@chansetwo]

In the middle of everything going on in the world, watching this channel makes me feel more positive about life.

[@arvindkumar4115]

Makes me look forward to the coming good times haha

[@tatymschneider6681]

Hey, the Swept Away Inn! I stayed here 3 or 4 years ago. In the exact same room too! Room 35! Great place to stay, we had a wonderful experience with the hosts, very friendly and outgoing, and were rocked to sleep in those bunk beds. Really unique place and reasonably priced. I highly recommend!

[@rman8028]

I was thinking about what's going on with DownieLive. Last I saw was the shelter in place videos, yeah that long ago. Good on ya for giving Mom and Pop Downie the 40th anniversary gift of staying on the tug. The Missus and I spent a half day around the inner harbour in Victoria on our honeymoon 42 years ago in August. We walked on the Port Angeles ferry. Glad your back!

[@DownieLive]

Thanks so much. It wasn't easy, but I'm making it work.

[@rodrigobarbosa4430]

Its incredible when people change old things in useful ones! Awesome breakfast!!!!

[@kellyjasper4458]

Canada is beautiful.. Great video.. Thanks Mike..

[@DownieLive]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@kristianaldrin]

Saturdays are awesome with Mike ! Great video!

[@DownieLive]

Yes they are! Thank you!

[@rickdownie1908]

We stayed there. Fabulous. Dan & Buchar are amazing hosts. Best part of the experience. Moroccan cooking is delicious. Location is unique. A big thumbs up 👍

[@DownieLive]

So good!

[@mamoruisamu1]

The company I work for has some 60’s-70’s era tugboats sitting idle, including one I spent the night in. I’ve thought this would be a great idea, but the cost of maintenance/upkeep is amazing, plus these are smaller than what you stayed in and probably less accessible. Glad someone is doing it!

[@Eddooo1812--]

Very nice tug boat. Peaceful.

[@SeanGettingsActorComedian]

Good afternoon from Oregon. Hope your enjoying the trip so far. As "scared" American's stuck in the Coronavirus debacle, we had to cancel our Vancouver Island trip to Port Hardy. Your trip has been fun to watch so far. Thanks and I'll share your channel. Stay safe and keep both hands on your motorcycle. Cheers

[@DownieLive]

Oh no! Sorry to hear about your trip. Hopefully you can come visit again in the not-so-far future...

[@TravelwithTasha393]

Gosh I miss visiting Canada!! I can’t wait to go back!

[@robinfromthehood4974]

This is my home town! I’m so happy you took the opportunity to enjoy what we have here. It truly is beautiful and breath taking; I had no clue you could stay there but the food I tell yea, that’s my next stop shop!! Thank you for this video and for sharing it with the rest of the world man, means the world to our community and it just adds a bit to what’s really out there. Safe travels and enjoy life

[@DownieLive]

Our pleasure!

[@joevermillion9748]

Thank You Mike for all of your new videos. They make me want to come and visit Vancouver. Stay Safe and God Bless You and your family. Safe Travels

[@seanstampley9739]

Oh man! Thank you for that escape. Here in New York it is hot, humid, and kinda grimey right now, and we, unfortunately aren't able to travel to Canada. Love that tugboat and BC's stunning beauty... Take an extra bite of that Moroccan cuisine for me please!!

[@frankpicaro7300]

very interesting history of the tug, And that drone shot moving away from Riley on board was awesome. ANOTHER great video. Thanks, Michael.

[@bobtuckey2409]

I’m going to be in Alberni in 10 days and will definitely check out the tug boat. Looking forward to seeing the Llama farm. Thanks again Mike.

[@DownieLive]

Have fun!

[@meghanwalker8865]

Check out my comment above about other things to eat and drink there

[@meghanwalker8865]

I’ve had dinner here and the food was spectacular. The owners have also partnered with another local couple to run the fish and duck pub and houseboats. Next time? Brie and Barrel, Dog Mountain Brewing, and Twin Cities brew pub are all great local choices.

[@DownieLive]

Thanks Meghan. Yes, we took out food and beer from Dog Mountain Brewing when we were there. Delicious!

[@petemichael6883]

Mike, Once again a beautiful video. A perfect antidote to being confined. The Northwest has always been the place where I relax and breathe. Ah....... Born and raised there, I have lived in Cincinnati for 48 years. I still love going home.

[@AndyProper]

There’s a steam tug here in the USA that does tours, also England still has an active steam ferry, it looks awesome. Some other KZbinrs have done videos on the engines. This minesweeping tug is a blast from the past, looks amazing and well preserved ! Love the videos downie !

[@kimbarudd]

Great video, Mike. As a Californian, it's great seeing someone out and about and continuing to live their life on purpose. Can't wait for next week's video!

[@jcbaily5559]

What a treat to follow along with you as you venture out. I think I would stay in all but the kids tree house. Thanks for working so hard to bring us your journey, it is really appreciated!

[@DownieLive]

My pleasure. Thanks for watching. It’s really appreciated as well. 👍🏼

[@paulacosta7367]

Absolutey stunning scenery. The AirBnb boat looks like a lot of fun...cannot wait to see your next adventure in the alpaca farm.

[@DownieLive]

Can't wait!

[@anonbee9726]

Thank you for showing us BC, it's so wonderful to see and to go deep into all there is to experience. Keep up the great work!

[@DownieLive]

Thank you! Will do!

[@WillEdmond]

Mike I’m there with you in spirit bro! That’s a dope boat.

[@DownieLive]

We’ll travel together again, soon enough.

[@thechadweir]

​ @DownieLive Will do you ride?!

[@lillafavero9478]

🇧🇷🇨🇦❤ Beautiful BC! Great job, Mike, your videos are amazing. Your 7 y.o fan said he likes both the tree house and the tugboat! 😁🌟

[@DownieLive]

Awesome! Thank you! Tell him I like both, too!

[@jgorge2702]

Mike.... Thank you. Was heaving a heavy hearted day with this mess going on in the states. Your videos are essential for many of us..... it lightened up my heart and gave me some energy. I would do ANYTHING to be in Canada right now. Just 45 minutes to the border but can't get there! Looking forward to the Alpaca farm..... Keep 'em coming.....

[@DownieLive]

Glad I could help

[@jgorge2702]

@@DownieLive You are the "Man of Many Trains". To get my mind off of things this summer, I'm thinking about next summer. Any info or experience about the train from Montreal to Halifax? Its going to be my reward to myself trip next summer... Thanks Mike....

[@DownieLive]

I haven’t done it yet, and it’s not running again until this winter, but I was hoping to ride it this year too. I guess we’ll both have to wait.

[@coreybrooks7852]

Wow, I lived in Powell River and seeing the mill in this video brought back memories! The one in P.R. (also operated by Catalyst Paper) is shuttered at the moment, glad to see the one in Port Alberni is still operating. Great video!

[@Zeyev]

Another great presentation. I'm sharing this installment with my retired friends down in Saanich because they, like you, like touring the province.

[@DownieLive]

Awesome, thank you!

[@debbydhill]

This makes me happy. I was suppose to be traveling from Niagara to Banff for 3 weeks starting June 15th this year. With your videos, I can feel a bit better about missing out. Loved the tugboat! Thanks for taking us on your trip!

[@DownieLive]

Sorry to hear your trip was cancelled, Debby. Thanks for joining me on mine.

[@debbydhill]

@@DownieLive Next year!

[@andrewkast4087]

Great video! That is an awesome place to stay, calm, peaceful and the scenery is great! You live in a very scenic area. I would be remiss if I didn’t admit that New York State has a lot of beautiful scenery, but we don’t have a Mike Downey to add the spirit! Enjoyed the video, thank you!

[@JBridges1092]

How awesome this would be! Michael, you find the neatest places!

[@DylansTravelReports]

Nice! I've always fancied staying in a vehicle that's been repurposed as holiday accommodation. It looks like an amazing experience!

[@DownieLive]

You should give it a try! I think we have some old cabooses that have been repurposed too.

[@DylansTravelReports]

@@DownieLive Nice! I believe there's also a few places here in the UK that have reused railway rolling stock in a similar way.

[@TeecesPiecesAUS]

Zoom out drone shot was epic! :)

[@DownieLive]

Thanks buddy! I let that one hang a little longer than usual. No music. 👌🏼

[@MartaCYoungblood]

Love, love, love!!! The views were truly incredible. I really liked that you included a little background information about the tug boat. Also, that danish situation has me drooling and wanting to start baking today! Looking forward to next week’s video. 😆

[@DownieLive]

Glad you enjoyed it! It was delicious!

[@bobbowie9350]

Everything you showed was fascinating. I love these types of adventures. I love taking my time and taking it all in.

[@DownieLive]

So glad!

[@Nynke_K]

This was beautiful! And I was surprised to see those Belgian beers on the boat. Takes me back to some traditional Belgian café experiences :)

[@kevinmadison7955]

When I was a little boy, a long time ago, I wanted to live on a tugboat. I now got to do it for a day, albeit vicariously through this episode. Thanks, Mike!

[@DownieLive]

That is awesome! You're welcome!

[@conradcoolerfiend]

Michael i found your channel the other day and have binged thru most of your videos. As a seasoned youtube viewer and Vancouverite, I have to say your channel is a gem. Your organically positive presenting style is unique and perfectly suited to adventure vlogging. It's not that often these days that i find a channel that enriches my life as much as yours does. The amount of work and dedication you put in to get to this point was immense, happy you are finding success as a creator cause that means we will continue to get content from you. You deserve it!!!!

[@phlanjo]

Your friend was WAY better/happier this trip! I think he just needed a snickers in the tree house. Or his feet chopped off :D Great videos, very human

[@DownieLive]

Hahahaha! Yes

[@09rach09]

Yes! I love this! My home town 🇨🇦❤️

[@lindajoy7208]

What a great video Mike. I loved the boat and the tour.

[@DownieLive]

Awesome, thank you!

[@traciewestbrook3974]

Was planning to visit this year for a birthday vacation with my fiancé we both turned 50 but the virus hit. Can’t wait to visit maybe next year. Might look up the tugboat.

[@stancrouch9642]

A breath of fresh air. Just found you and I've subscribed. Great video, and a great host. Thanks

[@DownieLive]

Awesome, thank you! Welcome aboard!

[@deichkind1974]

Thanks Mike. The boat was amazing. Stay safe and healthy and drive carefully you both

[@ChennysaFerrynrera]

I was in Svalbard taking boat to see the fantastic of glacier and picked them for being the ice cooler...everything in the boat was lovely as having bed, kitchen and restroom with a canine... I loved that world and wish to be back ...💖

[@Jon.g87]

Love your vids! You seem like a very chill guy who's easy to talk to. Keep up the good work👌

[@DownieLive]

I appreciate that!

[@sashah5382]

definitely gonna plan a trip there this summer

[@jameswalker68]

Glad you're in your happy place Mike - certainly comes across in all these fantastic travel clips. BC rocks! Best wishes from Australia :)

[@suefalls1600]

So much fun❣️love to watch💗💗💗💗

[@kenshores9900]

Really cool. Makes me want to come and visit Vancouver.

[@ChennysaFerrynrera]

Sunset and Sunrise while taking boat is so pretty...💖

[@TomLloyd-18]

Tree house- vs- Tug boat . . . . . let me see . . . . hmmmm. It's like Night -vs- day. What a gr8 episode! Your drone work is so spectacular. I love the lounge/bar area of the boat. Looks so warm and inviting. Once this pandemic is over - - I just might check out a weekend getaway.

[@DownieLive]

Glad you enjoyed it. You should! It's a wonderful stay!

[@naimranizam6741]

Wow i really want to stay in Canada in the future

[@joyclarke8942]

Wow! Such a unique and fun thing to do, Mike. You lead a fascinating life!

[@jetcoach]

You have no thumbs down? I’m always impressed that you take me away with you. You must do the same for everyone. Love the tugboat, the beer, the steam boat. You’re drone shots & editing are insane! You have a Mike Row style of commentary that is full of information & delivered perfectly. Riley is a cool added touch to you’re latest videos. Y’all don’t go getting the big head lol. Thank you again for rated G content. You are a smart gentleman & I appreciate not hearing the F bomb or GD in you’re videos. Thanks Mike!

[@DownieLive]

You're very welcome. Thanks for the kind comment and support.

[@jetcoach]

DownieLive you’re very welcome & much deserved!

[@meekhinglim4829]

Nice to wake up greet by the calm water of the lake and the beautiful sunshine to start off a day

[@luckyme398]

That tug boat was awesome ! I have to go there

[@agentofficerthomasa.porter107]

Mike, really enjoyed the tour of Tub Boats When, glad your able to get out & about. Be Safe & Safe Travels, Always, Tommy :-)

[@DownieLive]

Thanks, you too!

[@vanessahenry7238]

I am finally seeing these videos NOW and LOVING THEM!!

[@silasdense4725]

That would be awesome to book with a few friends. A nice little get-a-way. Keep up the great work, buddy. 💘 love your videos!

[@StrixyN]

That shot at 8:37 ... :chefs-kiss: Well done.

[@JeffMiletich]

That old steamer looks like it was part of the fleet of sight seeing boats that ran on Lake Minnetonka, in the early 1900's. Minnetonka is about 25 miles west-southwest of Minneapolis. i don't know why, but they sunk the whole fleet. the boat "Minnehaha' was salvaged & restored & now once again cruises Lake Minnetonka.

[@kalrobbins2811]

Hey Mike-- by chance are you a drone pilot! I really like the aerial shots! Another great video!

[@DownieLive]

Yes I am!

[@boulderstrong8014]

Started watching your videos. one after the other and cant wait to jump on via rail now. job done nicely. subscribed. :) :)

[@DownieLive]

Welcome aboard!

[@TheWayneReport]

Loved the look.... Loved the story of the boat... The morning drone was 10/10. I'll definitely check out the "swept away inn" if I have to travel through Port Alberni. Thanks dude!

[@DownieLive]

You should!

[@ardenmiller8591]

Another great view of Canada, keep them coming sir !!

[@DownieLive]

More to come!

[@Andy_M986]

Love that Soup of the day sign.

[@carlmuhm3896]

Michael, this was a big difference from a treehouse but still bunk beds lol. Looking forward to more thank you safe journey

[@MrKnotWright]

I can't believe you didn't use your Popeye the Sailor voice in this video LOL Awesome job again Mike, always a pleasure to travel with you my friend!

[@Rizzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz]

If I were to have any boat, I would choose a Tug ⛵

[@AMEDEUS98]

Agree with your buddy Riley, I will skip the tree house but the super cool tug boat will be definitely be in my future travel plans.

[@DownieLive]

Have fun!

[@calliejohnston9489]

I got to stay there last year! Really fun little place!

[@DownieLive]

You're lucky, Callie!

[@calliejohnston9489]

DownieLive we managed to have dinner on the boat one evening with a few locals, and the host is such an amazing cook!

[@jackw5626]

Another great video! Greetings from Scotland! :)

[@DownieLive]

Thank you very much!

[@allanforget985]

I'd sleep there. Love being in a boat, on the water. Nice. Thanks for another fun & interesting vid, Michael. And ... still love the long hair !!

[@DownieLive]

Thanks 👍

[@heathercheney8479]

Will certainly consider the tugboat and alpaca farm for a getaway! Thanks Mike!

[@DownieLive]

You bet!

[@christinafriesen4217]

My friend and I were going to stay at the alpaca farm when we were out there working but of course got cancelled. So excited to still see it!

[@DownieLive]

Oh no!

[@michaelformaini7053]

Well Mike, you've excelled again with this clip on M.V. Songhee at Port Alberni. Chuckled at your comment on the loo with a view. Had a hearty laugh at your Blinkist book of choice as it's tax time downunder. The whole ambience of the location and the hospitality is great. I must put it on the bucket list for my next visit to Canada. You certainly didn't starve - breakfast I will have to imitate down here. Now how many takes did it take for your drone shot of Riley staggering out on deck with his coffee? Your riding sequence to the Alpaca Farm makes me wish things weren't as bad down here as they are. You have probably heard that Melbourne and the region immediately north is in lockdown again as the second wave of COVID has landed. I'm safe, my friends are safe, so here's hoping that on August 20 we are set free again. Stay safe yourself. Oh, and hi to Dylan in the UK whose travel clips on rail I also follow. Looking forward to next week's posting with the Alpacas. Cheers for now from Michael downunder.

[@DownieLive]

Oh sorry to hear about lockdown! And you watch Dylan's videos too?!! Great guy. I hope I can ride with him one day. All the best, Michael.

[@michaelformaini7053]

@@DownieLive Just got your reply while watching Dylan's video on the Caledonian Sleeper. Great train and staff. Pity about the breakfast standard and the cold shower he had. Glad I took the day trains during my visit there. Had a week in his home town of Inverness (my Hub for day trips). Stay well and I'm looking forward to the alpaca episode next week.

[@ArielCruzPizarro]

Thank you very much, the video was incredible, how great to have a ship like airBnB. Many greetings from Chile!

[@tcan4959]

Thanks for the sacrifice. I see how it’s killing you doing all this quarantined traveling

[@terryhogan4859]

Great video...thanks for sharing and for respecting your host's preference to remain off camera. Recommend adding nautical terminology: Cabin, not room Portlight if it doesn't open, porthole if it does. Going ashore as opposed to getting off the boat. Above or above decks / below or below decks as opposed to upstairs and downstairs The terminology makes it more of an adventure!

[@kansaibeyond]

I hope you gave the good boi lots and lots and lots of deserved pets!!

[@corinnahaverlandt705]

I think its a daydream. No. Its real! A new video from you! Thank you very much! 👍

[@billgoeckel6344]

Mike those beers looked amazing. Cheers or as we say in German Prost ! Which one was your favorite beer ? Another great video always look forward to the next Thanks Mike !

[@sherrylush5474]

Tugboat reminds of the old ferries that used to travel the west coat of Nfld in the 60’s

[@Spacecorgi]

GOOD DOGGY plus Alpacassss

[@lalruatdikavarte7943]

I feel so cozy when I see the boat nice video.

[@keaganbarnes2856]

Can always come here for a smile, thanks Mike!

[@DownieLive]

Any time!

[@CJBungay]

Those cinnamon buns in ladysmith are amazing!

[@DownieLive]

So good, right?!

[@jadedavis822]

Loved the tugboat lovely area thanks for the tag along lol ps.. tease lol your endings are great !😘

[@antonmasich]

Man amazing :) looking forward to the next video :)

[@DownieLive]

Coming soon!

[@AndyProper]

Downie if you ever make down to the us ride UP 844 or up bigboy 4014, you should also check out miluwaukee road no.261 nicknamed the high iron and also nickelplate road no.765. Truly gorgeous behemoths. Quick note UP 844 is the longest serving steam locomotive in America, she’s been active since 1944 and bigboy 4014 just got out of her rebuild last year and takes back her name as the heaviest steam locomotive ever built that’s including her tender. Bigboy 4014 with her tender added weighs in at 1,250,000 lbs !! I know I’m ranting at this point but you want to truly see a beautiful steam locomotive, look up the 2666 Allegheny steam locomotive, they where ordered by the C&O railway, only 2 examples exist today.

[@DownieLive]

Wow! Once I can travel to the states again, I have a long list of trains and places to explore! 😄👍🏼

[@AndyProper]

DownieLive that’s true my friend! Up 844 and Up bigboy 4014 run between Cheyenne, Wyoming and Ogden,Utah.

[@jonriley8342]

What a lovely video, well done guys I love this boat x

[@lucindar.8163]

How in the heck do you keep finding these really cool bnb on boats?

[@DownieLive]

Search for Unique Accommodation.

[@theworldaccordingtochris4370]

Brilliant, BC looks amazing.

[@SMAVlog]

Wow! How you guys find such an amazing location to stay. I needed those information few days ago. But still ok, May be later. Thanks for sharing this wonderful location.

[@laylagus4162]

Dog Mountain Brewery is so good!

[@GMAN420BC]

Very cool accommodations ! You should return for the toy run. Its pretty big run. Another cool town similar to Port Alberni is Bella Coola. Make sure you start filming at Anaheim lake where it turns to gravel. The hwy veiws down the mountain are incredible. Just a thought for further BC episodes. Keep up the vids.

[@DownieLive]

I've looked into Bella Coola, but I'm not sure my motorcycle can make it along that long gravel highway. Thanks for the ideas.

[@GMAN420BC]

It will. You just go slow. On the other hand, the ferry trip there and back would be cool too. Especially if you run into whales breaching along the route.

[@heathertruskinger6214]

Thanks Mike. Looks lovely

[@jymnmeier3527]

How awesome :)