WE NEED TO BE HONEST ABOUT THIS.. theres another side to VAN LIFE… and it isn’t pretty.

[@markjones6920]

You two (4, including AJ and the Cat) are our new "go - to" on KZbin. I've had the worst year imaginable after losing both parents within 3 weeks of each other and just watching you both "living the dream" has helped me along. I'm 55 and my wife is 51 and we have a campervan and "bugger off" as often as possible so your channel is of massive interest to us. We live just outside Carlisle so often head up into Scotland rather than "darn Sarf" (I'm allowed to say that as I am a Londoner). I think, like most others, we love your honestly regarding vanlife. You don't try and make it sound better than it is, but tell it how it is which is exactly what people want to hear. If ever you are in north Cumbria and want a hock up for the night, give me a shout but in the meantime, thank you very much. Mark x

[@Teequilaplease]

Sorry for your loss, I thought I'd reply to your comment as I noticed you mentioned North of Scotland. If you haven't already, visit luskentyre beach when the tide is out and on a nice day.. it does something to the soul. So beautiful. Wishing you and your wife, happy and safe travels.

[@delanieforbes1899]

I love VAN WIVES but after coming across your channel only yesterday, and being a Londoner myself, you two are so much more relatable and I love hearing British humour which makes you even more relatable. You are both so funny and thank you for helping me move one step closer to getting a van. This vid is great showing the bad and ugly side of van life. Keep being authentic and real! Love it !

[@campervibe]

Aw thanks lovely 😊

[@melaniejourneaux6359]

What I love about you two is your honesty, showing and telling us that it's not always sugar and roses . We sit at home watching you looking through rose tinted glasses and wishing we had the balls to do just as you do . Good luck with what ever you decide to do on the remainder of this trip . I shall certainly keep watching your adventures with excitement. Take care girls xx

[@campervibe]

It's so lovely to be able to show you all so many nice places but we totally have to show you some of the other bits every now and then and especially when it impacts on what we are going round do as well, so glad that you are coming along with us

[@4potslite169]

Loved the ramble! Being honest about the continued adaptations required to do this lifestyle is spot on. And much appreciated. You only learn by doing! There are a 1000 things you don’t realize when you start out (on any project or life change) that can only be sorted as you go. You never know what you’re getting yourself into until you get yourself into it. As a long distance backpacker, I meet newbies out on trail who’ve chucked the lot and are starting a 1200+ mile hike, only to discover on day 4 of a 7 month hike that oh….this is the hardest thing I’ve ever physically or mentally done and it’s not for me. Anything worth doing takes a lot of starting and stopping and regrouping before you can keep it in the air.

[@davedave6404]

Girls - Ladies. What sets you apart from many other good vlog (new word for me) producers about van life and other stuff is the content of this one. True, honest, real caring for your viewers, animals, each other and the countries you are visiting. Did you realize you often checked with each other with glances to make sure you were at one and getting your genuine message across as you both wanted. This is another OUTSTANDING award winning effort (IMHO). Actually I think what attracted me to your channel was learning a new language (the no T one), no seriously, was your honesty, you have often (to my eyes and ears) said similar things about the realities and close living for 2 plus 2. What ever you do will be fine by me, do the right things for animals and you guys. Can't wait to see the van decorations next week. For one moment I thought the van was going for a swim.

[@campervibe]

Dave that is a lovely comment and we are super happy that you get what we are trying to say and do in the vids 😀 we do love travelling and experiences that come with it and we have learnt so much from this trip which will most definitely prepare us for future ones 😀

[@nigelbarrett4179]

@@campervibe Actually, I can't understand a word you are saying, but still enjoy your videos. 😂😂😂

[@kieronmarshall2658]

@@nigelbarrett4179 that's their northern accent. 😂😂

[@campervibe]

🤣🤣 what no way

[@campervibe]

We are not Northern, but soft southerners 🤣🤣

[@Jayling]

You've done the right thing by showing and explaining the everyday realities that take place, which aren't always pleasant. Good on ya, girls. Please stay safe and best of everything to you. :)

[@campervibe]

Thank you we will 😁😁

[@G-ra-ha-m]

The aim of the current Great Cove Reset ID is to suck the fun out of life and remove us humans from the planet. This is of course reflected in everyday life: for some it wil be a great awakening, for most others it's a real end time. Focus on the journey of life, not on the physical problems: relax, and listen to your intuition very very carefully.

[@ridepastu1418]

Noble for their transparency.

[@dino9086]

@@campervibe Croatia must beautiful country in EU.

[@nesanesa9547]

Jan 2025...😊 Just loving going thro your back cataloge of vids...just loving them. What an enormous amount of work girls Bravo. Highly recommended peeps as everything is today relevant... I worked and wrote during 1995 in BosniA which was breaking the seig of Sareyevo. You reaWakened my memes of in/out of Bosnia/ Croatia/SerbiA as an NGO...an amazing experience in such difficult time's. How does ... LORRY VIBES sound as an audio book?? Hmmmmm. Still up a big mountain in Turkiy!😊

[@davcox100]

It’s absolutely right to keep it real. There’s no point on putting a filter on vanlife. We can see your struggle and obviously, it’s not what you wanted this trip to be like. Covid has limited your options and in hindsight it’s not turned out ideal. Stay positive and keep smiling. There’s going to be better times to come.

[@campervibe]

There will definitely be better times, not everything goes to plan especially with us, that's the one thing we can guarantee 🤣🤣

[@kevinbarry3380]

Well done for showing all sides of van life. So many people, new to motorhoming, are doing exactly what you mentioned, selling up everything and buying a van. Nothing wrong with that if you have some experience of long term travel in a van, but things do go wrong and people get sick . Love your vlogs. CynthiaB

[@campervibe]

This is true and we get messages everyday about it and that's why it was really important to use to put this vid out, we love what we do but it really isn't for everyone

[@inquisitive1911]

True. If your van breaks down, where are you going to live whilst a garage can't even collect it, or e.g. can't fix it for e.g. 4+ weeks because they are too busy, and then it takes a week to fix it. Common sense says don't give up your house / flat / apartment if you can afford to keep it. Always have a safe base for your own security, safety and well-being. Thanks. Love from Scotland, X.

[@mannyechaluce3814]

I beg to differ, only 5% take on the lifestyle, the rest are posers :D hence the Shiny Merc Sprinters that you see all over

[@AlanDavidson1958]

@@campervibe In a world of false representation, You're a breath of fresh air. Power on.

[@VaguelyMeandering]

Thank you for showing the "other side" of van life. I appreciate how you are always open about who you are and where you are. Showing the not so pretty side is important. Please keep doing what you are doing. Cats will be cats, and will give the audience the side-eye whenever they feel like it. I'm glad you've got Summer and AJ with you. They should, hopefully, make the trip a little less stressful. Be safe and keep doing what you do. x

[@campervibe]

Oh we love having them here it's amazing to be able to bring our little family along with us, definitely makes it more enjoyable for sure 😄 😊 and thanks Andrea

[@micro_adVANtures]

Dont fret. One of your best videos so far. Bringing the reality of van life to the forefront. Good on you. Additionally 'Emily is too small to come outside, she'd blow away..." your humour is brilliant love it.

[@elijahtjwilliams166]

I love this channel for its transparency, you guys just tell it as it is. There is good and bad in everything we do/ have and you show this within your videos. I love the fact that I feel I’m being taken on your journey too with all the cinematic footage you skilfully take. You don’t put on the fake smiles and everything is rosy, when you travel in a van…like other youtubers. That’s why I love watching your channel…thanks you pair for your honesty

[@campervibe]

Thanks Elijah, glad that you feel like that, it's great you are able to come along with us 😁

[@SylvieShene]

Thank you for your honesty. No worries, I'm not selling my house in Arizona for vanlife. I enjoy traveling from the comfort of my house with you two. Thank you for taking me along.

[@rollingwave2732]

Thank you for your honesty and for showing us reality. I live in Ireland but I wouldn’t recommend it in the winter. There is rarely snow just storms and wet and everything is closed. For me, May is the most stunning month with all the growth and spring flowers. I will be watching whatever you do, wherever you go💚

[@campervibe]

Oh I bet it is amazing then, we really want to take the van over there 🙌😀

[@miriamkivlehan3498]

And we are not in the Schengen area 😉

[@carlabryan6573]

I so appreciate you sharing the good, the bad and the ugly of van life. It's not all roses and sunshine. You ladies have had to deal and conquer alot in your van life journey. Thank you for being so candid. It's great to see all aspects of the life style before making such a big decision. You ladies ROCK!

[@mrright8794]

Nothing wrong with regrouping to carry out the required mods. After all as well as being fun it's needs to be practical for all and suitable for the road conditions, Lou from her construction background will know about removing the risk. Great vids & Happy Christmas.

[@campervibe]

This is very true and we have so many ideas for the coming months 😀😀

[@gingu]

At the end of the day it is your adventure and you can do whatever you want :-). Check BBC News tonight at 20:00 GMT - Bojo is making an announcement. So you may have to curtail the trip anyways. There is always 2023 :-).

[@wheel8707]

Dont forget a lift kit and BIG knobbly tyres mod. far more important than snow boots :)

[@gingu]

Oooh A Fanny with nobbly bits…….

[@campervibe]

You lot seriously 🤣🤣

[@62WILDCAT]

We all experience adversaries in LIFE. I'm exploring options since rent is too high preventing me from truly enJOYing LIFE. Crave hiking in the mountains again. As well as enjoying friendships around a campfire ,long walks in NATURE wherever that may be. Sunrises & sunsets too. Make everyday a GREAT ONE ! No matter what !

[@campervibe]

We all do indeed Carol, life is what you make it of course 😀😀

[@nickymumford7596]

Love your honesty, it's so refreshing to hear the downsides along with all the positives. Life is life no matter how you choose to live it. Looking forward to see what you decide to do! Great channel, love your vlogs :-)

[@campervibe]

So true, its just life 😁

[@whoogoesthere]

I think the storm vids are some of the best. It's not always bright out. You must learn to master the storms before you can ever expect to master the beauty of the light! ~JP~

[@nikkisteers6670]

Respect to you both for being real, and practical! Hope you can get all the improvements to the van sorted soon. 😍👍

[@campervibe]

Cheers Nikki

[@SivSor]

LOVE THIS!!! Thanx for showing this as well. Love it. THANK YOU. (Still probably go for VAN life in 5 - 6 years time.. YOU GO GIRLS 😍🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@kay-waterandwander5601]

Loved this, keeping it real. The plan you outlined sounds decent, and very much looking forward to any content you put up on winter upgrades. We’re weekend warriors, but I’m still checking batteries, pipes every other day this time of year to hopefully avoid any nasties. Great content lovelies keep it coming 😊

[@campervibe]

Thanks Kay, always good to keep check wherever you or how ever long you go for so nice one 👍 😀

[@mickdundee579]

Loved it I feel ur excitement ❤️ looking forward to the season 😁👍👍

[@stuartedgar9988]

Thanks to you both and huge respect for highlighting some of the realities of long term Van life in your latest video. Life in general is all about adapting, and those who are happy and able to adapt probably do better for it. A winter Scotland road trip sounds like a great idea, I’d be very interested to see that.

[@campervibe]

Really do have to be able to adapt and go with the changes indeed, looking forward to Scotland

[@joline2730]

@@campervibe Yes, I think a winter Scotland tour would be great!! But what are "adaptions" ha ha - think you mean adaptations!! It's a bit like saying you are putting up 'decortions' 😁 Looking forward to the next vid 👍

[@campervibe]

🤣🤣 really should read it 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️

[@scoobee7064]

I think that's the beauty of van life. The ability to head back.. reset the mind... Modify the van and head out again. Only takes a few days to get back to where you are now and carry on.

[@campervibe]

Yeah, I love having the option and being able to just up and move on to wherever you want or need to 😁

[@WanderingHome]

Serious respect to you both for sharing the highs and the lows! Happy onwards travels for you both ✌✨ xx

[@campervibe]

Cheers guys, hope your new endeavours are going well 😀🙂❤

[@roddyontheroad7370]

My heart sank when I saw the title and I thought, “No! Don’t burst my bubble of hope. Don’t tell me anything to spoil the illusion of a transformational life on the road…” and I toyed with skipping this one. However, I watched it and I’m so glad I did because it is a thoroughly authentic account of the realities of the lifestyle and a sense-check for my dreamy, romanticised hopes for 2022 and beyond. I have learned life on the road is not a panacea and instead, there will still be crap, albeit different crap! I’m a recent subscriber and I so enjoy your videos that are as informative as they are funny and enjoyable. Brilliant work and I look forward to your next video.

[@campervibe]

Hi ya, do glad tou didn't skip it and have enjoyed the vid, we always try to show a bit of everything so people know all that they are getting into 😀

[@russellhooper7521]

Thanks for such an honest, keeping it real vlog. Life doesn’t always go to plan so I’ve learnt to roll with it. Just do what’s right for you, AJ and summer and stay safe xxx

[@campervibe]

Thanks Russell, we are all good 😀

[@Gallivantinggriffiths]

I think it show how very strong you both are to make make the decision to go back and refit. Experience of travelling is just that, you learn from every step you do. We too are planning to spend time in croatia next winter, so good to see this side... as you say its not all rainbows, and your right anxiety and stress can be found in every environment. take care and keep the camera rolling..

[@campervibe]

Cheers Glen, yeah we would love to stay but think a better prepared van is needed not just for winter but also for AJ, his needs have definitely changed now, it's been great to learn on this trip to better prep us 😀

[@annazrelli4954]

Oh shit. I really wish you'd posted this video a month ago. I've just exchanged contracts on my house, my kids have been delivered to Social Services, and I've divorced my husband, all on the back of watching your amazing life in a van, and now I watch this last video 🤦 ....... JOKING!!! Another fantastic video, because you two are always so incredibly authentic. Love you all ❤️

[@campervibe]

🤣🤣😆 just as well, we taking the blame for that lot Anna 🤣🤣

[@joannelees8715]

Hey guys 🤗 Thank you so much for your openness and honesty about van life..because many times when I'm feeling the pressure of life's challenges..I watch van life KZbinr's and find myself wishing I had the courage to sell up and get a van and go..but you guys have helped me to realise..and from much self reflection..I would be running away from the challenges which have been presented to me exactly where I am..only to find myself faced with another set of challenges elsewhere.. Thank you guys😊🙏..you have helped me to be grateful for my life exactly the way it is..💞💫xxx

[@campervibe]

This is so true Joanne and comments like yours are why we made this video, super happy to show you warts and all type of stuff 😀

[@trudynicolle1648]

Loving seeing the realities of van life and loved your message that it’s just “different” stress not no stress. So important for people to realise that. Thanks for keeping it real ladies. 🥾 📷 🐶 🐾 💕 💕

[@campervibe]

Glad it came across how we wanted it to 😀🙌

[@gilltagg3352]

I know I am a newish viewer and still working my way through the vlogs. I just want to say that I have enjoyed them all. Ups, downs, laughter and honesty. From nature to snacks your content is never boring. Great job Lou and Emily. ❤

[@teresatucker3446]

Thanks for your “rambles” and your honesty and showing all aspects of van life! Love and hugs girls! ❤️

[@campervibe]

Thanks Teresa 😀

[@reg5712]

I think we all needed that one. say it like it is girls, say it like it is. We're taking our first major roadtrip through Spain in April and although we're not expecting the weather to be too bad, you've definitely planted some seeds - thank you. Stay safe girls.

[@campervibe]

Glad we have, definitely be prepared and we hope that many can learn from our mistakes 🤣

[@terri5172]

So love how you keep it real. Regrouping sounds like a great idea. Positive vibes as always to you both.

[@campervibe]

Cheers Terri 😁

[@lifeofmichael]

I actually came across your channel at 3am sitting on the toilet and it's worth being a bit ill. I'm loving the channel and the content you are doing. I'm relatively new to vlogs but just did route 66 on my own and I bloody wish I found your channel a month ago I'm learning as well as enjoying your videos. Keep up.the great work guys

[@campervibe]

Hope you are feeling better 😀

[@paulinemorris5186]

Nothing wrong with being honest, look forward to seeing your Scottish trip. Take care and have a safe journey home 🏡

[@campervibe]

Thank you Pauline 😊

[@kungazopa2831]

How refreshing to have your portrayal of the reality of van life. Just saw another video of a sweet couple who showed how putting bubble wrap on the windows literally stops condensation, & helps to insulate the inside of the van. They let a small amount of steam coat the inside of the windows as the surface moisture is necessary for the bubble wrap to adhere to. All streaming rivulets & condensation pooling was stopped! Helps to keep the damp out of the van too. Glad I just found your YT channel & am now a subscriber. Happy New Year! Cheers Pam

[@campervibe]

Hey Pam, oh yeah we know who you mean, we have a kartcher for the windows now which is great, a lot smaller and easier to fit away than loads of bubble wrap, we ate limited on space especially with the animals as well 🙂 Hope you have a great 2022

[@GeriWardMusic]

You two are an inspiration. My wife and I would love to do what you two are doing. Always worry - two females alone etc. But you guys are living proof it is possible. Stay safe girls and thanks for showing us the day to day realities! Europe looks amazing 🤩

[@campervibe]

Thank you, it really possible for sure 😊

[@lizegerton3685]

Loving your honesty. Life is all about adapting and I for one would love to see you in Scotland in February😊

[@campervibe]

Definitely got to be adaptable for sure 😀

[@SilverfoxJB]

Every week you put out amazing quality vlogs. The camera work and editing are always improving. Vanlife is life, just lived a different way. We don’t rough camp because I like to plug in for heating and I like access to a daily hot shower and I have no wish to poop in my van. I’m too old for all that. But, I totally admire what you girls are doing. Well, done telling it like it is, I am sure you will make the best decision for you.

[@campervibe]

And that is OK because its how you want to do it 😀 if we all done things the same way, how boring would that be 😆

[@enyawrebbuj9458]

When negatives and positives meet they form well informed objective reality....so thanks for the honesty. Very helpful.

[@campervibe]

This is very true 👍

[@ringonotts]

You guys rock! New Sub here. I've had a van for nearly 20 years with my partner and young family. We are constantly using it and have done a fair few 6+ week trips in it all over Europe and the UK. You guys have hit the nail on the head with this video; Learn from your travels and adapt! After waking up with 5mm ice on the inside of the van windows I learnt that I needed a spare emergency battery for the heater. I also learnt that having a second heater in case the primary one failed is a very good idea for reducing stress. Nowadays when you can get a chinese diesel heater for £100 you might as well.... Anyway, have a lovely Xmas and best of luck with insulating the van! Ringo

[@campervibe]

Hey Ringo, you definitely did learn some stuff right 😆 totally agree it's is good to learn and adapt for sure, makes for better travels and adventures in the long run, have a good one also 😀🎄🥳

[@kathifoynm]

You are correct, wherever you go, there you are. Thanks for your openness and focus on telling YOUR story as you live your lives. I’m enjoying your idiosyncratic speech patterns that seek to stay connected with each other, eg “isn’t it?” “That’s all” and the way you check in with each other as you film. You have a lovely and strong relationship. See you in the next video. I’m binge watching you on my lazy Sunday afternoon in New Mexico, USA.

[@campervibe]

I thought you just have been binge watching 😂 hope you have been enjoying them and thank you

[@alanfox4914]

Keeping it real Emily and Louise, I can't wait for the 2-minute tour, I have a good feeling about this one👍😉

[@campervibe]

Oh so do I 😀

[@enyawrebbuj9458]

Excellent videography....very calming and affords one enough of a glimpse to capture its essence...great insights....keep it up and thanks for sharing

[@campervibe]

Thank you 😊

[@brackalack1]

Come home and sort the van. You can always check out Scotland or Ireland on a test run! We'll keep watching no matter what 🙃🤗☃️

[@campervibe]

This is so true and what we was thinking 🤔 😀 we do love the look of Ireland 🇮🇪

[@brackalack1]

@@campervibe Ireland is amazing 😉

[@miriamkivlehan3498]

Free park-up in my rural hillside back yard if you make it to Leitrim 👌 @@campervibe

[@ramblinjay3816]

I love this lifestyle for myself. I have no dull moments and no regrets on anything difficult. Makes every day worth just a tad more than what it's already.

[@campervibe]

Aw that is lovely and very true

[@JamFactoryUK]

‘Emily can’t even come outside because the wind will just take her’ 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂😂🤣🤣

[@campervibe]

She is horrible to me 🤣🤣

[@sylviajones4907]

​@@campervibe Taking care of you. 😊 (She could have tied a rope around your waist, eh?)

[@Trainingpaws]

Hi, loving you all. Just as you were saying bout AJ, as a step to get in and out of you van use a fitness step. Am under 5ft and I find it hard work step up and down from the van and this step makes my life so so easy. Not inpack from jumping in or out of the van. Hope this maybe helps with AJ . Keep it you lady's and maybe some day we meet up in Northern Ireland. Xx

[@beckyleheny8636]

I've just discovered your channel and I think it is brilliant! I love how honest you are, and your sense of humor. This video in particular is so necessary. It gives a realistic view of van-life with all its glory! Thank you!

[@tinkdyer4715]

Can't believe I've only just found you two. Absolutely loving your videos, loving the refreshing honesty.

[@campervibe]

Hope you like the others 😁

[@pamelasmith9784]

Omg so true life is life where ever you are .I watch a few narrow boat vlog and the winter is so much harder .Great vlog 💕💕👍👍

[@campervibe]

Oh yeah, we see some as well

[@mandyinabudhabi]

I love your honesty. You are quite right, in social media land everything is happy, happy, happy. Unless they have a complete meltdown!! Nothing in between Things change, it is life and we need to adapt to the environment. Please don't say this is a negative video, it is not. It is the hard facts of vanlife and only right that you are honest with all aspects.

[@campervibe]

Thanks Mandy, that's really nice

[@Macktheknife11]

The video that most van life vloggers shy away from making. Well done to both of you for putting it out there. Taking a month or two out and winterising the van definitely sounds like the smart move to me. Less to worry about once it's done AND it'll open up the wonderful world of snow ❄️ ⛄ 🏔️ 🥶

[@campervibe]

We really want to open up more options for us, lou can't wait to get some shots of me trying to ski 😆🤦‍♀️

[@daviddoyle5540]

A very timely video and lots of important points made. From doing my own van build, reality v youtube is totally different. So many content creators now with all the fancy drone shots and glamour but leaving out the reality. Van life can be tough and very few are showing this side of it, so hats off to you for keeping it real, would love to see more of this.

[@campervibe]

Thanks David, we love to show the great stuff but have to show this side as well every now and then

[@tonysutton6559]

We have hassles and arguments after 3 weeks in the van, Christ knows what would happen if we went away for a few months (I'd be fine with the dogs but my wife starts getting cabin fever).

[@campervibe]

🤣🤣

[@paulappswildlifeart]

That was a great video, for so many reasons, presenting a balanced view, appropriate warnings, and options. I think a return to the UK to sort stuff is a great idea, otherwise, you'll continue with the niggly bits, lol. Get them sorted and enjoy Scotland girls. Plus the videos showing adaptions maybe will help many prep vans for cold snowy conditions. Whatever happens, stay safe all. cheers Paull

[@campervibe]

Oh we do hate niggling bits for sure, lou more so than me 🤣

[@andygrayson7485]

Intro filming is next level.....your adventures are pretty cool too.....I can see the graft in this , very well done ! 👍👍👍

[@campervibe]

Thanks Andy

[@JonSnow-bc6ro]

If your seriously thinking cold weather and snow think about picking up a set of cable tire snow traction instead of snow chains. 1 they cost less. 2 you can drive up 35kmh on em. 3 easy to put on. Your going to have frozen water problem so drain your water tank and lines and get 2 or 3 5liter water cooler jugs. If the freeze on ya easy to thaw em out and you won't have damages. Your van at some point will drop into the minuses. Ps keep your batteries from freezing too your van battery can handle the cold (it's new) but your lithium/deep cycle batteries won't like the cold so figure out a way to keep em from being too cold or freezing Happy travels

[@campervibe]

Cheers mate 😁👍

[@philyaboots1]

Honesty is brilliant, theres so much glossing over reality on youtube, you are refreshing, I just subscribed. Good luck

[@campervibe]

Welcome and thank you hope you enjoy the other vids 😊

[@brianphelan74]

Great video showing both sides of vanlife. I’ve watched a few van life KZbin videos. Yours being the best which involves videography, personalities and honesty. But that’s enough of blowing smoke 😀. You’ve highlighted a good point that even with your experiences of travel, you have to adapt for your personal requirements and be willing to change your equipment or area you are touring. Keep the videos coming 👍

[@campervibe]

🤣 yeah so much smoke 🤣🤣

[@Rob.1340]

Thank you . Honest, real and still entertaining. Stay well and safe travels. Hope Aj’s ok. All the best. 👍🐾😎

[@campervibe]

Ar thanks Rob

[@suewiltshire8092]

Love the honesty this week with the warts and all look. There are always problems wherever or what ever you do. Your right about having to deal with things there and then. Friday I was stranded in my van for over 3 hours in the dark and cold. The RAC let me down badly, in the end a friend was able to come out and help. Stay safe x

[@campervibe]

That's s**t Sue, hate it when it's like that, thank god for your friend

[@shelleyscott6769]

New subscriber, you two are so not ugly. You go girls, love the honesty and beautiful sites and practical reactions to life. Extra love how you moved because the storm was worrying you dog.

[@campervibe]

Thanks for joining us Shelley, oh yeah AJ and Summer they are our main priority for sure 😀

[@suepaulbrown9512]

Since the Van fire, we have been stuck at home. Thankful that we have a house but missing the van and travels, we have watched everyone having ALL the fun and loved it, but this video made me feel nice, warm, happy and cosy to be at home. It's not all brilliant and you put that across really well. Thanks you two. Sue x

[@campervibe]

Thanks Sue, don't worry you will be rejoining through group 😁😁

[@carolbutler3896]

That’s why I truly believe your channel is going to grow so fast, because you show the “ true “ van life reality. Thank you for sharing the good and the not so good side of van life.

[@campervibe]

Carol that is super sweet thank you 😊

[@carlapogson7024]

Wrapping your pipes with a heat tape helps a lot. There are KZbinrs in the US that have winterized their van homes. Happy I’ve found your channel as of this morning. Thank you for being honest about van life ❤️

[@campervibe]

Thanks Carla, doing a few upgrades shortly for this 😀😀 welcome along

[@essexrowleys]

Very insightful! In 2019 my wife and I took a gap year and spent 9 months living pretty much full-time in our caravan, travelling around the UK then spending 5 consecutive months in France. It was AMAZING... but... The pair of you are quite right, it isn't all rainbows and unicorns. We had our fair share of problems to deal with just like you. The conclusion we came to was that travelling full-time isn't right for us. So at the moment we're working and saving with a view to going on more adventures, probably from 2023 onwards. But whilst we will travel and have adventures we will maintain a base, probably in the UK (we're both British). The rough plan is adventures, return to base perhaps earn a bit more money, return to adventures and repeat. An excellent video, keep doing what you're doing!

[@campervibe]

Sounds like a good plan you have there, we also like to have a base, mainly due to the fact we have AJ and Summer, it's good to keep one for us for them, hope you guys have some great adventures 😀

[@TheLittleFookersHumum]

Stirling advice gals..Fantastic shots. Croatia is very scenic. Love the opening shot. Stunning. Life is for learning. You teach well miss'ters! 👏 ❤ 💙 💜 ❤

[@campervibe]

Life really is for learning, and thank you

[@leemillington7164]

Love this one. So many people think vanlife is about glamorous sunsets. They don’t see the hard times like breakdowns and take into consideration that the van is their home and could take weeks to fix.

[@m.j.f.4742]

So good that you have posted about the not so Insta parts of van life. I've been living full time in my van now for 8 months and yes it's great but also challenging. Cheers girls 💞

[@joyhursey1480]

Good on you ladies, you will figure out what’s best for you all , sounds like going home and regrouping might be the best option.Take care and stay safe.

[@campervibe]

Thanks Joy 😊

[@dearyvettetn4489]

Thank you for this look at the other side of ___ life. For me I’ll be boat life and I’ve been trying watching YT travel content makers that show the good and the not-so-good sides of The Life because I want to go it with my eyes wide open. The romance of it all has captivated me for almost a year but as you both said van life is still real life. It’s also really helpful with my research. Safe travels ✌🏽

[@campervibe]

It's great that you are trying to find ones that show both sides, definitely go in eyes wide open 😀

[@tallulahbelleoriginals7709]

Appreciate the honesty and absolutely nothing wrong with changing plans to suit yourselves. There are so many channels that only show a filtered reality. I see so many people on social media who see van life as an escape from all the stress of ‘normal’ life. But you really are trading one stress for another in reality. The longest we’ve travelled on our van , until next year 🤞 , was 5 weeks and that was definitely a case of many lessons learned. You have to have things exactly as you need it when you’re living full time in it. But you’ll now maybe get to see your family for Christmas so that will be lovely for you all. Wishing you the very very best whatever you decide

[@campervibe]

Yeah it will be very nice to see them for the holidays 😀 so true, you are learning new things doing this every day for sure 😀

[@paulwitham8026]

Spot on what you are thinking the issues aren't negatives they are practicalities that need sorting. Well done you you two for such an honest video, what ever you decide can't wait for the next installment. Stay safe.

[@campervibe]

Cheers Paul 😀👍

[@louiseibbotson588]

Shame you cannot continue with your winter trip but converting the van to winter climate is a big job , but well worth it , you will love it Em . Love your open and honest vlogs . 🐶😸💕

[@campervibe]

We think it will be Louise 😀

[@ruellynreynolds4956]

Hello 👋. I have just found your channel, and I love your attitude and honesty. I am looking forward to watching more of your adventures. Your honesty and outlook is refreshing.

[@campervibe]

Welcome along 😁

[@jwyatt043]

Had to pause at 25s. Wife and I were getting excited by the drone bridge shot / title. That's so cool we said. And then the van drove over. Awesome skills!

[@campervibe]

Thank you guys 😊

[@martabratek2541]

Thank you for honesty. I realy needed to hear it. Have a good year. Greetings from London.

[@campervibe]

Our pleasure, we love to show the great parts but it's also good to show the other side 😀

[@davejones9778]

Everyday is a school day I think deep down you both know you are not prepared for full winter van life.You have still got the rest of your lives in front of you to continue your adventures.Great that you are being honest with your selves as well as us. Still a great video.Get home and be prepared for all eventualities 👍👍

[@campervibe]

So true Dave, we have so many more adventures ahead of us so a little break in-between is nothing 😁

[@MissManifest369.]

Hiya ladies! I'm loving how authentic you both are. I've been binge watching your vlogs and I like to see how you're getting on (or not ha ha!) 🤣 Wishing you all, all the best on your travels 🙏🏼

[@astridschikorra290]

Thank you,thank you, thank you! Of course I know it's not all driving into the sunset. But this is the only video I have come across that addresses these issues! And I'm truly grateful for it! It's such a huge step to start a van life, it helps enormously to hear and see the truth, the whole truth! 👍🏼

[@campervibe]

Thank you, you will always get that form us 😀

[@alistairgeddes1377]

Great videos Ladies! We've done a LOT of travelling in our Motorhome throughout the European continent and for sure there are days (sometimes a week or even two!) when we just got completely fed up. Invariably it's crap weather that starts the frustration. The key for us is always to remember that the feeling will pass and the journey IS the destination. Try to hook up with other road-warriors for a decompress...it really helps. Remind yourselves of your fortunate position and stay STRONG together. The next destination might just be the best...xx

[@campervibe]

Hi ya, its not the weather we don't mind it to be fair, its more the van things we need to fix to be better prepared for this weather which we would have not know about until it happened so we are super glad to have learnt a lot on this trip 😀

[@stevewyatt8420]

You've been very honest, it's not boring or negative, just truthful, we should all remember what you said, " life is life". Looking forward to seeing the next video, stay safe and look after each other.

[@campervibe]

Thank you Steve we will definitely look after each other 😀

[@jillom397]

I’ve only ever seen the other side of vanlife, aside from all of the YT videos. Yep, just life. And everything always works out the way it’s supposed to🙏🏻❣️😌

[@campervibe]

It's amazing when ut does Jill 🙂

[@HelenandBarney]

Hi, super honest video. Just what's needed. We've got 2 elderly dogs and our van is a bit of a mobility van. We have a storage box on the back for a dog stroller and the dog ramp the girls need to get in and out of the van. We've just got back from two weeks in Scotland - stayed in Aviemore for some of the time and it was like a winter wonderland - so Christmassy. You'd love it. Can't wait to hear what you decide to do.

[@campervibe]

Aw that is super cute, glad you got all the things for them, we got to do the same for AJ now 😀🐕🐕

[@tonyrileymini2272]

Love your vids, the drone footage adds so much more. I hate to think how many hours you spend editing. I have no clue when it comes to editing. Keep up the good work. Always entertaining on every vid. 👍

[@campervibe]

Cheers Tony, lou does spend a fair amount of time editing but she does love it

[@kathylewis4071]

keep up with your life and honesty ... serious fun in making new decisions and changing plans .. I sit here on the coast of BC Canada in the cold damp rain..(kinda like the UK) would love snow but alas, not the better half.. covid and newly washed out roads prevent travel to find snow... so I am doing some carpentry projects.. playing with fly fishing equipment.. RV is parked in under its roof in the driveway and the dreaming is constant.. thanks for transporting me to other adventures... continued compliments on great vlogs .. enjoy seeing you all every week.. cheers

[@campervibe]

Aw Kathy sounds like you are keeping yourself busy though with some great activities 👍 😀

[@johnward182]

Hi ladies Everything is a leveller , if you own a house boilers break down , you can be burgled , same as van life , life tests you , nowt more stressful just like your van/ home breaking down double trouble , great too see your video with the experiences your going through , keep safe , 👍look aftervyourselfs and good luck 💓💓👍

[@campervibe]

This is very true John, it all happens what ever the weather right

[@laryngis431]

Great video, the honesty is great. It would have been great if you'd talked a bit about the problems you were facing and what changes you wanted to make - very curious.

[@campervibe]

We will 😁😁

[@SteveWx123]

I finished converting my van in June thanks, in no small part, to your useful videos. I have just got back to UK after my post Boris limited time in Schengen. I'm not a big social media user but having subscribed to your how-to videos I get the notifications for your travel videos. I'm sorry to say (even though they look really good) I don't usually watch them all the way through. However, the honesty and obvious desire you show to be helpful, kept me watching this one. Thanks and please keep going. I will look out for tips on winter proofing since I have a few problems too. Van life is a great experience but, as you say, does throw up some immediate problems. Mine would include getting smug about my battery charging and stopping checking levels and then ruining them when the sun stopped shining at the same time as my b2b stopped working; finding launderettes in Germany; and generally travelling solo during COVID.

[@campervibe]

Don't apologise you don't have to watch any of our vids so it's nice when you do tune in for however long you are happy to. I'm sure lou will have some good tips researching has begun and boy does she research 😆🤦‍♀️

[@OldOwl2003]

I don’t think it could get anymore exciting or fun , but I would have loved to see you go up that 30 degree hill 😳😂🙏Alaya Old 🦉 Norfolk Ps boy could I tell you some uncomfortable stories about some of my travels, I’m glad you made this Vid, Bless you both it’s so important for people to understand that Van life is not an escape -From Life- 🪺🪹🪺🪹Full then empty then full then empty it’s like breathing the out breath a give the in breath a take, and wherever you go, there YOU are 🪵🦔🐿

[@harrysmith846]

Have you been to Scotland yet? If not do it ! It’s beautiful, turn left at Glasgow head for Dunbarton and towards lock lomond follow A82 and I’m sure you will enjoy magic moments. Loving the vids.

[@chai5381]

Whatever you decide I'll keep watching. You are so likeable and indomitable and I wish you safe journeys wherever you go.

[@campervibe]

Aw thank you Stephanie

[@pauljackson1419]

One of the reasons we don't travel in the winter. We also have a Citroen Relay PVC and space is limited in bad weather and short days. But respect to you both for battling on. 🤜🤛

[@campervibe]

Yeah some days are definitely a battle 🤣🤣

[@kitsworld]

Guys, you are amazing, your videos are amazing, and your attitude is amazing. And, for what it's worth, you are NOT responsible for other people's life choices - even if you were an inspiration to them. I was inspired by you (and others), and I bought a van based largely on that. And I've discovered that it's harder (and more expensive) than I expected. But that's entirely down to me. And I don't regret any of it. I'm still grateful for your inspirational content - which is also informative and educational - and any aspects of vanlife that are less than fun are my own responsibility, not yours. Winter is cold and water freezes, regardless of if it's in a van or a house. So thank you for continuing to be the best vanlife channel on the internet, and for remaining a huge inspiration to me as I experience my first year of doing it too, my way, which is in no way down to anyone else other than myself (and my husband, whose fault it all is anyway!) LOL Keep it up. 👍👍👍

[@campervibe]

Aw thank you, I loved reading this and you are such a lovely person, your comment means a lot so thank you 😊 keep enjoying your time

[@irenedale5256]

Excellent video girls, thank you. The grass may be greener on the other side BUT IT STILL NEEDS CUTTING! Stay safe. 💕🐾💕🐾

[@campervibe]

Love that saying 👏

[@ShonaRobb]

Stunning videos as always. I’ve even persuaded my husband to watch to. Look amazing on a big screen!

[@campervibe]

🥳🥳 amazing

[@DavidToth-re6zw]

Nice honest post girls,good to show people that vanlife is not all back doors open sitting on the bed watching the sunset type of thing,as you say lots to plan for and consider 👍

[@campervibe]

If only it was right 🤣

[@TeeMac68]

I'm binge watching your videos so you may see a few comments from me!! You and others have inspired me to try van life. But I've deliberately watched the not so good stuff to get a balanced perspective. Putting out content like this is an actual social service! I love your honesty. And I love the rants I'm seeing in other vlogs - I rant about the same things! Doubt you'll read this as it's an older video but what the heck, no harm putting some love and appreciation out into the ether even if no one reads what I've written! 😍😇🙏

[@campervibe]

Hi ya, glad you are watching the good and the bad, that way you will be fully prepared which is amazing and plus you can learn from us idiots what not to do 😆😆 Oh and thanks for commenting 🙂