WE SPENT 7 NIGHTS AT WALMART (in a row) | Niagara Falls Travel Vlog

We spent 7 nights at Walmart camping in parking lots. 😳 We can't keep this up, so we're finally using Harvest Host to find a camping spot. Plus, we check out Niagara Falls, cross the US-Canada border via the Rainbow Bridge, and ride on the infamous Maid of the Mist! ☔️
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~~ Chapters ~~
0:00 - We Spent 7 Nights at Walmart
1:02 - Presque Isle State Park
3:22 - NEW YORK, BABY!!
3:59 - Good News from Harvest Host
4:32 - Eternal Flame Falls
6:17 - Our First Harvest Host
9:47 - Niagara Falls (American Side)
10:50 - Crossing the Border into Canada
11:35 - Niagara Falls (Canadian Side)
13:47 - Almost Getting Stuck in Canada
14:43 - Maid of the Mist
16:04 - bloops
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[@JimmyandNatalie]

We have a bit of a fun update! Since we uploaded this video, Harvest Host has actually given us a link so y'all can get 15% off if you want to sign up! Leaving it here if you're interested! www.harvest-hosts.com/26DKNJF/2CTPL/ Hope you're having a great day! Thanks so much for watching!! 💚

[@JenSwarbrick1966]

Hi guys, Canadian here! Just a little tidbit of info for you ... the CN Tower is in Toronto and the one you saw in the Falls in the Skylon Tower. No big deal - people mix them up all the time. I'm glad you got to see 'our' side of the Falls ... it's so beautiful and you get a really good view of the American side from here. I'm looking forward to seeing what you do next! Hugs.

[@blairinhemet]

that "eternal" flame in the waterfall was amazing!! this whole video is great!!

[@ruirodrigues9122]

hahaha...it's called the Skylon Tower in Niagara Falls. The CN Tower is in Toronto...about 1.5 hours away from Niagara and it's just a bit taller! Great video!

[@mrdave22]

i scrolled down just to see if anyone else noticed that!

[@alanswift8805]

Jimmy and Natalie I've lived in Niagara Falls NY for twenty years and I'm glad you two made it here. I hope you two had a great time. It's a blessing to know that young couples who are traveling the states come here. I love watching your KZbin channel it's absolutely awesome.

[@susanamberg3960]

Niagara from the Canadian side at night is spectacular. I hope your heading further up into NY, there's so much to see and do. We're seasonal on a site in Henderson Harbor, Lake Ontario. Lots of history to see.

[@jamesneiss9332]

I am chief photographer of the Niagara gazette newspaper, and I’ve been watching you for the last couple years enjoying your life and travels! I so wish I could’ve had a chance to meet the famous Jimmy and Natalie in my town! Hope you had a good time and you should tell everyone that the mist makes your hair soft.

[@ladybug111]

Watch Lloyd and Mandy. They may be coming. They are in B.C now❤

[@sophietucker1255]

One of the other van life people I watch says she keeps a bucket or bag of quarters in her van. Everything seems to need quarters from pay showers to washing machines to vending machines. She says she usually has a couple dollars worth in her pockets because you never know when you will need some.

[@akgobears]

When traveling from the west coast to wherever , (walmarts, rest areas, cracker barrels , & casinos ) are all how we spend free nites on the road going to and from....Have thought about Harvest Host, havent gotten there yet....Travel safe, be well...

[@drreed917]

But Harvest Host isnt free. Its $99 a year.

[@akgobears]

@@drreed917 Yea, got that part all figured out, thanx

[@MaddogCapt11]

When I was a kid, I also would pull out the stalk of the honeysuckle flowers for that tiny drop of nectar. Thanks for reminding me of that childhood memory. As usual, a great video today. 😊

[@sandid1826]

When I was a kid, we sucked the nectar out of honeysuckle flowers. Never ate the whole flower.

[@corysvanlife]

This video has some things that I am excited to do!! I will be traveling through that area in June (Never been anywhere close to there before)!! Also I’m signing up for harvest host as well!! I’m excited to try that out!! Thanks for showing your experience crossing the border and then back. I plan to do that as well so it’s good to know all that info 😆 Awesome video!!!

[@NorthernRetreat]

Glad to see you in Canada. Come back and enjoy our hospitality and rugged beauty.😊

[@norm4907]

We love HH, not crazy about breweries because they are usually in the middle of a town and sometimes sketchy. However wineries and farms are mostly way out in the country, quiet and spectacular.

[@mikemanjo2458]

Pansies and roses are also edible. Such a fun video! Thanks for bringing us with you!!!❤❤🙏🏻

[@leslyestephen7629]

Thank you for bringing us along on your trips! I can't wait for your videos in Canada, when time comes to explore 😍 I'm sure it's beautiful, and I can't wait to tag along! Jimmy, I'm so happy your shoulder is healing!! The food looked so yum 😋 I love watching the two of you every week!

[@catherinecook8058]

I’ve been a member of Harvest Host since 2016 - it has been one of my best investments for boon-docking. Traveled all 48 states and never disappointed in the variety of Harvest Hosts destinations.

[@alaskanight940]

Better to be cautious for awhile ... better than a lifetime of continual pain. Traveling through life is easier with a degree of caution, balanced with a degree of adventure. Try new things. Do so the smartest way so you can keep trying new things. I enjoy your channel very much. 😊

[@mikemanjo2458]

Yay! We stayed 2 nights at WalMart a few weeks ago (our first time ever). We were really grateful that WalMart offers that. We’ve never used our HH membership (shame on us!) y’ are so amazing. Your hair looks so pretty! Thanks friends! Have a great week! Jane in SC❤🙏🏻

[@Suebearish]

Cracker Barrel als

[@mscarlarn]

What a great day! The falls with the flame is so beautiful. Well Niagara falls is a little more than beautiful.

[@lynnsimpson8786]

Hey you two! Love your videos. I've heard other rvers say that harvest host has farms too. Y'all would probably enjoy them more

[@dporper6390]

One of my favorite aspects of Harvest Hosts is they often provide a great environment to connect with other van life travelers during the stay. I think the fact we don't get our own piece of real-estate to defend causes campers to bond. Have a beer with other travelers and tell your story and hear theirs.

[@steveleonard5206]

We Love Harvest Host and have used it for the last 2 years. Always a good experience and we get something when we leave rather than paying at a private campground when don’t need hookups every day.

[@etrimbleable]

What a wonderful video. Thanks for taking us along.

[@lauralarson3490]

N/J great water falls vlog! Last time I was on Canadian Horseshoe falls side was early 60's. I remember all the beautiful springtime flowers in the gardens/parks. Also getting very wet, under the falls. Enjoy coming along on your adventures!💜🌸💜

[@davet5260]

Great job!!! Thanks for all the information!

[@shannonbenjamin1155]

I'm so excited to see this because I'm taking a similar route this summer! Love seeing your travels!

[@waynepeterson1061]

When my daughter was four, we visited Niagara Falls and took the "Maid of the Mist" boat ride to the base of the Horseshoe Falls. I had Pooky, my daughter, in my arms, and we both got wet and cold, but it was a great time. That was back in 1998. You and Pooky look a lot alike, so when I saw you there, it was sort of a flashback for me, at a memorable moment with my little girl. 😊

[@ShellysNest]

Such a great video! Love both waterfalls! Love your storytelling style 😁 You always make your videos so engaging! 😊🐢

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Thanks guys!! 💚 Y’all are the best!

[@brockmccaw4259]

​@@JimmyandNatalieI went to high school w you

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Loved this, I guessed the falls. I probably I should have looked into this when I went to NYC last month, probably wouldn’t have had the time so I must return. Excited to see vanlife Canada.

[@brlowe1]

Another great trip video. Continue to have a great time.

[@justinehart8242]

Great video! Love the falls with eternal flame!🔥 You brought back fond memories of my visit to Niagara falls. It is beautiful there and I loved the maid of the mist ride even though I was screaming you can turn around anytime now!! Your tacos looked amazing.

[@brettm1251]

Very nice vlog guys, i really did enjoy it thank you.

[@oldpop9]

Hi from Ontario I’ve been watching you guys for a while. I think you guys are the perfect couple. Enjoy yourself. Why are you young and be safe

[@christalcherry3426]

I went to Alberta Canada once and I wass shocked when I seen a black Squirel as I had never seen them before. Canada is So So pretty and Niagara Falls is for sure on my bucket list for one day!

[@carladrollinger7637]

I love that water fall I would love to see that sometime in our travel! Love you videos! 🙂

[@sharonoldham4374]

Loved Niagara Falls and the little Falls with the gas light. Enjoyed seeing them. Thanks for sharing.

[@janetkoball44]

A grand time for you. I loved seeing the little flame..... Amazing. I'm Not a fan of the cold, very windy boat tour. Walmart parking would be good every once in awhile where you can stock up for many other exciting times. Hope your arm is better Jimmy. But Nat is a good driver too. Happy travels.

[@hartshornets]

The Tower is called the Skylon Tower , the CN is in Toronto. I work there, hope you guys enjoyed your visit

[@johnhamilton1098]

We love you guys....stay safe!

[@carmengunderson4453]

Thank you for the info on the bikes. We just used your link and ordered the trike anda bike. Can't wait for them to get here.

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Oh that’s great to hear! We love them and would love to know what y’all think once you get them! 💚

[@genekied]

You guys are turning into my favorite traveling Utubers, you always seem to bring a positive spin to everything, even when things don't always go nicely. Thanks!

[@newman_LaRue_Jr]

Happy , Healthy , Strong , Safe travels to you both 💯

[@candyclemens4432]

Wow! Never heard of that waterfall. Cool!

[@danabump8200]

OMG I wish I knew you were coming to Niagara Falls Canada. I would have totally met you there !!!

[@lilivicordero8077]

Awesome travels❤❤

[@mikemanjo2458]

That fire in the waterfall is so wild!❤

[@paulchilds8142]

All your guyses videos is really always something different

[@paengsolo2047]

Love you guys, it was too late to watch your video last night and soooo sleepy. Now is the perfect time stay safe guys

[@wegottafishdude]

🤘🏻😎🤘🏻 Awesome stuff guys Now that’s a better kind of fall

[@carjam49]

I'm from CNY, and it is gorgeous, if a little rundown in areas. I still love it. When I mention NYS to westerners, they immediately think NYC. It's so different.

[@RonInAVan]

I’m glad you got harvest host, we really enjoy staying at them. A lot better and safer than Walmart. Great video!!

[@Firebird8421]

11:38 That garden is where I proposed 21 years ago. I don’t think we’ve been back since. 😢

[@BerylHooper]

I’m glad you both got to see both sides of niagara Falls and the gardens I’ve been there before it’s beautiful. I used to go for a week every summer when I was burnt out at work.

[@493913507]

Great video Guys

[@tammycruz8189]

It's always nice to try new things though guys Thanks for always taking us along and Sharing all your wonderful adventures. Mucho Love From Your Friend In Michigan Tam 💜💜

[@user-mb6rk8in4f]

What a wonderful trip! So many impressions! Niagara Falls is amazing, never been there! Probably in the hot season it is more pleasant to be near him! But of course it is very cool and beautiful!!👍👍👍🙋‍♂️

[@SilverVagabonds]

We stay at Harvest Host all the time! Love it

[@edwardleecaliforniausa]

Hi Jimmy and Natalie happy Tuesday morning and I loved your vlogs and you are amazing Supporter and I'm proud of all of you

[@marielittle7533]

You're in our neck of the woods! Great footage! If you're traveling east, you can camp out on our property for free. We'll feed you, too!

[@blinger44]

been watching you all for many months, so cool to see you all swing by an area i'm familiar with (presque isle)! looking forward to the next vid!

[@JeffWinter1]

Life is a beach, so we just keep driving.🤔🤣

[@carolbrockmeier3679]

You should have gone to Cooperstown and the baseball Hall of Fame. So awesome.

[@lauraanderson7092]

Another great video! Those tacos look delicious!

[@r8edrv4fun65]

Honeysuckle flowers are edible and used as a drink garnish and infused in certain drinks.

[@june5wed]

We stayed at the same brewery. Very nice place. Love Harvest Hosts.

[@CraftsandMorewithDonnaJackson]

Very cool video guys. Looks like you had an amazing trip there. It was so majestic. When I first started my nomadic life, I stayed at Walmart and pilots/flying J. Of course I was mostly in urban areas. Have fun you two. Jimmy hlad your shoulder is doing better.

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Thanks Donna! We still love overnighting at Walmarts/truck stops. They are just so convenient and we feel pretty safe there too. Hope you are doing well!! 💚💚

[@rickrios9521]

Been to the falls before, but not the Canadian side, thank you for the video

[@camperADK]

I've been to eternal flame falls! Come to Lake Placid! I know all the camp sites in the Adirondack if you need a spot.

[@johnstuart8511]

WHAT nice about your videos is like being like a Test Rat. Finding places where it is okay to stay and sleep over, And Finding out all the right and wrongs for helping your fellow fans who follow your trips and travels given them piece of mind. AS for me. I just like watching. Keep it real and happy moments is just what I like. Regards from South Africa 🇿🇦.

[@vickyoakes4584]

This reminded me of my trip to Niagara Falls and The Maid of the Mist. It was fun!

[@Coopdog-dp5eq]

You guys great at the movie making style of videography near the end of these vlogs. That was great.

[@carolinecote6908]

Hey there! Just a small correction: the CN tower is in Toronto. In Niagara Falls, it’s called the Skylon tower.

[@chhook949]

The smiles tell the tale you had an amazing experience all the Falls & Maid of the Mist Bonus Eternal Flame Falls!! Just spent 3days in the area so much Fun! The Falls,Maid of the Mist,Behind the Falls,The walk through the Discharge Tube at the Power Station they all were incredible! We are now off to the Upper Peninsula,Mi, Mackinac Island & The Big Mac Bridge! Then meandering back through Pa to Ct. Happy Travels to you & Pancake Be Well Be Safe & Stay Blessed.

[@JimmyandNatalie]

Oh that’s awesome! It’s such a fun place to explore! 😊 It sounds like you’ve got some great plans for the near future too! Hope you’re doing well!!

[@markgramlin105]

I couldn't help but to smile so big that my cheeks hurt while on the maid of the mist!

[@mariahorsfield76]

Welcome to Canada 🇨🇦 ❤see u next week

[@TravelSmallLiveBig]

Boondocking on the East Coast just is hard - we do a lot of state parks & COEs and put in a ton of research. We are retired, so our budget is different, but I can say that we have never stayed at a Walmart ;) Oh that waterfall with the flame - wow!

[@patireland3345]

Niagra Falls is a great attraction. We did not cross over, so there is an adventure waiting for us in the future. Thanks for sharing your experience at the Falls.

[@angelabryce1811]

Flame under a water fall,never heard of that one,awesome

[@darrinbree3521]

Just want to correct you the tower that you saw is called the Skyline Tower in Niagara Falls.The CN Tower is actually in the city of Toronto

[@hartshornets]

It's called the Skylon Tower

[@JB-kd5uv]

Great video. I’m a new watcher. One correction, which may have already been mentioned- that is the Skylon tower, not the CN tower - which is SIGNIFICANTLY HIGHER, and in Toronto. Great video. Looking forward to watching more of your videos. Totally LOVED the Rusty Nickel Brewery! Next time try the Jetboat ride or head down to Niagara-on-the -Lake (when you drive across!). But only do it in warmer weather!! Welcome to Canada!!!

[@millvalepeeps1574]

Had to watch this video twice since your in my home state of Pennsylvania..😊😊😊

[@johncwhitesell8377]

Probably eating the honeysuckle flowers, as a youngster, is what made Natalie so sweet.

[@tracymorrison1584]

welcome to Canada !

[@KevinCoop1]

Maybe you should try to look for state owned conservation areas. In Missouri there are 331 conservation areas that allow free camping. Best wishes, Kevin

[@MarkSaiger]

Have to say I caught myself smiling through most of your Vlog 😊. New subscriber. I have been doing van travel (and for some of my channel) but KZbin showed me your video today so had to subscribe after seeing it. It's great to see such positive vibes. I also have been considering joining Harvest Host this week. Will use your link and also check out your other links to your store reccomendations. I'm on a plane flying from a convention in Fort Lauderdale, FL and have a crazy day of work tomorrow and vidoeing, then I pull my Winnebago Travato RV out of my shop and have to be back in Florida Monday morning... On the road again I guess 😁. Take care and see you in some more vids 😊👍

[@lisarhoney]

Niagara Falls is Western NY. Upstate is higher and to the East. Great video. All those places are beautiful. Glad you made it this way!

[@stevenannett1739]

The Canadian side of the falls is so much better glad you guys took the time to go !

[@JimCockerham]

First time watching your videos! I live in Ohio and never knew about the Eternal flame. Thanks for sharing!

[@cecilehoare3053]

Glad you came across to Canada! Happy to share with you our natural wonder of the world! The Skylon tower is really nice if you ever get a chance to come back, the restaurant that rotate is pretty cool! We would have been happy to keep you if you got 'stuck' here! I know you don't want to do cold weather winters but, if you ever came back to Niagara Falls in the winter, it is absolutely stunning! Google photos!!

[@robinferguson1378]

I live in Angola NewYork on the lake ! I have been following you for awhile. Hope you enjoyed your time here.

[@kathyinwv250]

I've done Maid of the Mist twice, once as a child with my parents and once with my husband

[@terrymathis4213]

I've been on the Canadian side. I loved it.

[@karenolson5556]

Ok Natalie ...I want your recipe for the black bean tacos!!!!

[@minshullj]

As a resident of Ontario I love that you thought was the CN Tower.

[@onecrazycanadiancouple4513]

Welcome to Canada guys! I’m so glad you had fun and so much more to see! Come the Ottawa way (Canada’s capital). If you want a tour guide or to mooch dock send us a message we’d love to see you

[@rakereldridge6210]

We just moved away from there. We used to ride our bikes around it. It's about 14 miles. It's just a spit of land, but on a hot weekend, there are thousands of people there! Enjoy!

[@barbarapadgett5538]

They knew at the footbridge border patrol that you need 4 quarters. They could’ve been nice and told you!

[@cherylmoning2315]

You guys are so stinking cute!! I am so glad you enjoyed your brief trip into Canada; the Maid of the Mist is a great time! I live about 45 mins away, and wish I ran into you there since I was there a few weeks ago! Maybe next time! :P We stayed in so many Walmart's while away too, there's no shame! Better to use their toilet then the one you have to empty!! ;)

[@jim6439]

Great video. Really enjoyed it. A lot of good info and sights. We're planning a trip there soon in our 2014 E-350 van conversion. Did you stay at Walmart stores in the Niagara Falls area? If so, on the US or Canadian side? We usually look for Cracker Barrels along our routes. Have you tried them?