WORLD'S LARGEST GAS STATION - BRITS FIRST IMPRESSION OF BUC-EE'S [S7-E13]

They say everything is bigger in the USA so when we heard about Buc-ee's the world's largest gas station, longest carwash and a world record sized convenience store we had to go.
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We’re Marianne & Chris, a happily married couple from the UK. Marianne is a living kidney donor to her best friend, and realising that life was for living and never really knowing what’s round the corner - we decided to fulfil our dream of travelling full time.
So in March 2018 after the kids had left home, we sold our belongings, rented our house and moved into our campervan called Trudy. We set off to see the world and after vanlifing around Ireland and Europe, we grabbed our backpacks and spent 5 months exploring Central America.
Feeling like we needed a challenge, we planned the ultimate van life adventure! In Jan 2020 set off to drive around the World from UK to UK. But after arriving in Turkey, covid caught up with us and closed the borders, so we had a wonderful 18 months exploring this special country. Realising we were not going to be able to head further East, we decided to do a handbrake turn and go the other way and shipped our van to the USA.
We hope you enjoy coming with us, and we’ll continue to share our real adventures and hope you feel inspire to step out of your comfort zone and try something new.

[@jeep146]

You will never have enough time to explore all of Texas. I have lived here all my life and still haven't seen it all.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Absolutely !!

[@shelialovett7148]

Same with me. I've never been to Houston OR a Buc-ee's. There is one we pass on the way to my daughter's house in Denton but I've never been in it. Just seems too overwhelming and I get anxious in crowds.

[@karigross4596]

I feel so sad that y’all are speeding through on interstates. You’re missing so very much that happens on the back roads! Welcome to the US-we love you guys!!!

[@omar3856]

that s exactly what i wanted to say !you need to go thru little towns and stop by at antique shops ,local shops etc etc and stay away from major tourist cities ..anyway we still love to watch you guys !!!

[@debbiblakeslee2373]

I was shocked they were out of Florida the last video…lol speedy peeps 💜

[@CynicalLemonade]

What does "y'all" mean? There are only two of them?

[@redhouse1002]

@@CynicalLemonade You all. Even one person can be a y'all. :) (the royal we).

[@TREADtheglobe]

Kari don't be sad - the USA is a big place and we are seeing what we want to see. We'll be sharing our route and why we are doing what we are doing soon - it will all make sense then. There are lots of interesting places coming up.

[@cindland]

You forgot to mention how huge the Buc-ees bathroom stalls are! And all the home decor, clothing, jewelry, and various other goods. in the store. It IS totally overwhelming.

[@annwood536]

I love Buc ees!!! My trips to Texas are not complete without a visit to Buc ees.

[@dianeaishamonday9125]

It's not just that the staff all have a happy demeanor, they're being paid well, too! Check the sign behind you at 13:48 - that's their starting rate!

[@surfinbird71]

The pay has gone up since then. Buc-ees is the best employer.

[@kellybryson7754]

"Everyone loves a happy beaver" should be the tag line for feminine products

[@hudedwards8943]

So glad you enjoyed your time at our Buc ees! We live in New Braunfels, TX and love it.

[@03JOCROSS]

I live in San Antonio and my sister lives in New Braunfels always have to go to Bucee's when I'm there

[@wynnyoder5605]

I live about 6 miles from Bucees in New Braunfels. Live it.

[@joedellinger9437]

7:05 We have bugs here called “love bugs”. Sometimes they occur in great swarms. If they splat on your car, which is almost impossible to avoid, their body fluids are incredibly reactive. It will strip your paint off your car. You have to get them cleaned off quickly if you want to keep your paint intact.

[@levinawalsh2015]

WOW!!!! Certainly EVERYTHING is BIG in America 😃. Amazing Guys. Thanks SO Much. Have a Great week ahead ☘🚐.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you! You too! Love M xx

[@gothimaya2776]

Been a long time since I’ve been able to see it at night for myself, but I remember the Atlanta Skyline being so gorgeous at the right times of night. Especially coming down I-20 from either direction. Just, one of the few highlights I got to experience as a child on the road a lot.

[@elboycio]

I loved my holidays in the USA and there is so much to see and do. Those bread rolls looked amazing.

[@lg4377]

when i visited neuschwanstein castle, i did the walk over to the bridge that has the amazing view of it all, and on the railing in the center of the bridge was a Buc-ee sticker. as a texan, i felt right at home. 😃

[@someweegirl]

Marianne is amazing never getting fazed driving on such huge roads ❤

[@newvillagefilms]

I like Buc-ees because they've a very clean loo. I live 2 blocks from that Beer House in Westcott St. Lol

[@tonyheadrick7616]

The world's largest buc ees is now being built in Sevierville tenn. and soon to follow by a bigger one in Murfreesboro tenn even larger. Like the channel. Good luck on your trip!!

[@deadrepublic5238]

Yall are so wholesome. Thanks for visiting the loan star state!

[@Wiley_Coyote]

Dippin Dots is actually a national thing, not just at Buc-ees.

[@Tina-702]

Austin has several amazing houses such as the one you saw in Houston one house has huge painted metal animals throughout the yard , the neighborhood has several other fascinating homes too. You must also visit Barton springs, don't go to the public pool area where you have to pay , there's a huge park nearby ( there are some homeless people but they were friendly ) My husband and I slept in our van at the springs in the park ( police patrol it but they don't bother you ) there's a short trail down to the springs, it's beautiful ! Love you two, I've been following you since your early days in Türkiye 😊 Safe travels 🙏

[@magdastar2249]

Congratulations on your 80.000 subscribers. Well deserved and more. Thank you for all your hard work and please be safe. ❤🙏👍

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you so much 💜🙌🌷

[@snewpe19]

Cool to follow your travels through areas I am from. I grew up in Louisiana and moved to Texas. I have been to that very gas station and lived right down the road from it for a little while. Safe travels!

[@o2bntexas2]

Hi I’m so glad you stopped in my town New Braunfels. Yes that’s our Buccees !

[@o2bntexas2]

I’m embarrassed, you stopped in Katey. Though they have the car wash….ours is bigger🦫

[@MrShawn4057]

You guys should head to the world's largest truck stop in Iowa on i-80... It is insane has a church and everything

[@IcarusRises28]

It's so awesome to see you stop at the beer can house. The beer can house is only decorated on the outside. The artist didn't decorate the inside of the house because that was his wife's area. If you have a chance, it's an interesting stop. Definitely check out the Orange Show while you're there, too.

[@ediejohnson3301]

Marianne's an accomplished driver to handle Houston freeways at rush hour, and from the opposite side of the van! Hats off to Marianne. I did it in your country for a week. The real trick was the floor shift on the left, no automatic transmissions available, and all those blooming roundabouts! LOL! Buc-ee's has so many gas pumps it's hard to believe but sometimes they are so busy it's almost impossible to find an open pump to pull up to. I agree with the lady at the sandwich counter. Their chopped beef is better than their sliced beef sandwich. I just realized while watching your video, I've never had their turkey sandwich. I'll have to try that! I totally adore your channel and will be following your travels. Y'all are delightful and I hope you enjoy every bit of your journey! A devoted Texas fan.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hey Edie - thank you so much for your message ! We are delighted you are on the adventure with us - Kind regards Marianne 🌺

[@TheCountryCollectors]

Fun video guys! Love watching you explore the states!

[@lindataylor6093]

Brilliant. Chris's laugh when eating his brisket roll, hilarious. Looked amazing. X

[@TREADtheglobe]

LOL - Brisket is fabulous !!

[@greavous93]

Welcome to New Braunfels, Texas! I watched them build that gas station and couldnt believe what they were doing. Then, a short while after opening they added even more fuel pumps to get where they are now.

[@TrulyUnfortunate]

Buc-ee's pays their employees very well for what they do. That has a lot to do with those smiling faces.

[@dancieteague6854]

Live next to Buc eec and love there fudge. And the second way you said Katy was right way. The beer house a few years back they tried tear down. Glad you enjoy Texas. I live in a seaside town outside Houston. Love y'all

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks for the info!

[@letsflyaway1]

Just ordered a t-shirt. 👍😘

[@TREADtheglobe]

Fabulous - thank you very much !!

[@sillylilmonkey]

Now Buc-ee's is absolutely my FAVORITE service station! Yes, their restrooms are pristine because they have a culture that is beyond what any other fuel station has. They strive for excellence and quality customer service. They also pay their employees quite well. Starting pay is around $17.00/hr. Unfortunately, there are only about 6 in the whole state of Texas and that's it. I go every season as they change out the merchandise to fit with the current holidays. One dislike I have for Buc-ee's is they don't allow pets:( *Did you try beef jerky or brisket? They are two staples of Texas. Ah, saw you tried the brisket!* I loved that you said "tin" instead of "foil." 😉

[@Aaron-P]

Congratulations on 80K!! 🥳🎆🎇 Once again you've set my mouth watering! 🤤 It is staggering not only for it's quantity but also the variety. Wherever the line is between convenience store and supermarket, that's where Buc-ee's toe is! 😆😆 ❤️❤️😎👍xx

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you 😋 It was delish !! woo hoo

[@MacTravellers]

One of the most uniquely American things ever!

[@CM-ve1bz]

Buc-ees, where you potty like a rockstar

[@jbond2848]

Y’all are awesome

[@roktay6613]

Hi Chris and Marianne. Condolences to all English and Turks. Captain June passed away today on her 100.

[@sallyl8804]

Bless her. Rest in peace Captain June 🙏🌟💜💚🌷

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you - yes we are sad but proud of all of her incredible work - she will live on forever as we said on Facebook / Instagram - she is a true hero and conservationist 🐢🌷🙌💜

[@belindamartinez8441]

I love buc-ee's

[@VEBlessed1]

Welcome to the US! I live in GA and we are soooooo happy that Buc-ees is here. It is just fabulous! Enjoy your time here in the 🇺🇸! NEW SUBBIE

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks so much!!

[@dudeleboski2692]

“Smiling Beaver”, every man’s favourite!

[@TrulyUnfortunate]

The Wife and I live a few miles from that Buc-ee's in Cinco Ranch. It's a sight to see,especially the car wash. When we head out to the Texas Hill Country it's our first stop even if we dont need gas.

[@robertjessie8545]

There is a new Buc-EE's here in Daytona Beach. It's a gold mine! If I knew what I do now I would have invested every penny I had to be part owner. I don't go there on weekends or holidays - it's packed. I go get gas before 7am - before it gets packed.

[@KeionnaLawson]

Hi!!! FOUND YOU GUYS ON THE ROAD 💜 passing through Lake Charles, Louisiana (recorded my truck 😅) & subscribed after 🎉 love you guys’ content and the idea of your channel!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks for subbing! And welcome !! 🌺

[@kirkmead3784]

A smiling beaver is completely different than a happy beaver.

[@KS-lo7se]

I am so glad I stumbled on your channel! My husband is from Brighton and moved to the states in the 80's as did his parents and sister. I met him working on the Riverwalk! We rv and love it. I need more room so van life wasn't for me, but I love your channel.

[@TREADtheglobe]

That is awesome!

[@omgoldmangolf]

Howdy! My wife and I found you watching this video and now have watch several more. If you guys decide to see Lake Tahoe we have a place for you to stay in Carson City. Lake Tahoe may be the most beautiful place on earth.

[@gigigk5472]

If you are still Around in Texas visit Fredericksburg little German town they have lot to see even second world war museum. Also want stay over RV park go next town Yogi bear Kerville .

[@mars2100]

We went the same Bucees when we visted our daughter at xmas who lives in Austin, it is amazing

[@causeway7005]

At the 5:10 mark you were driving on the widest highway. It's in the Guinness Book. It's known as the Katy Freeway.

[@TheDgdunn62]

Happy Employees at Buc-ees are paid very well with great benefits. Min. start $15-$19/hour +$2 more for nights. Healthcare 401k. 3 weeks paid vacation to start. (Most places have to work 10 years to get 3 weeks where I work.) Dept leads get $22-$32 hour.

[@stephanieaguirre76]

Buc ees New Braunfels. Sunday Family drive just for bbq sandwiches and snacks 😋

[@neilholden7821]

brilliant.

[@alancolley9937]

Thanks for sharing your travels. Really enjoying seeing the world thru your camera. Thank you

[@TREADtheglobe]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@waycoolscootaloo]

The US also has the world's largest truck stop. The Iowa 80 truck stop. 🙂

[@NickyandHarri]

Hey guys, awesome AWESOME content- so great to see you both having such a blast! We’re actually fellow Brits who have just flown to San Diego to convert a skoolie (so it’s super awesome to see some fellow Van-life Pommies over here with us! Let us know if you’re heading towards Cali as we’d love to meet up for a camp (or even some beef brisket 😋)!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Awesome! Thank you! Yep DM us we will see if we can link in. 🌺🙌

[@kimberlychess8115]

I love buc ees. I used to work right down the road from the one in new braunfels. Miss it. We have them here in Florida now but im roughly 2 hrs away now! Road trip coming up

[@originalredneckgirl]

HOWDY, I just found you two lovely people now Im binge watching backwards lol . I hope you get to some of the middle states , like enjoying the beauty of the Ozark Mountains .

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi - yep we will be sharing our route plan soon

[@MlTCH]

Fantastic video!

[@shuvanidev]

Oh yeah! The Beer Can House! I love that place - quirky and fun! And oh darn, you missed the Art Car Museum in Houston - that's an awesome place as well...... actually there are a lot of these quirky and awesome little gems in Houston. Hopefully, you will catch some more at the other cities you visit :) Texas bbq is all about beef - and brisket is the big thing - so good! Have fun and safe travels.

[@lindacook8819]

We Love Buccees from Georgetown, Tx

[@JP-ur8eg]

Im gonna call the lady working at Bucees out because dip n dots are all over the US, its not just a Texas thing.

[@TREADtheglobe]

She was very helpful and at the end of the day we all only know what we know right

[@JP-ur8eg]

@@TREADtheglobe That is true. I think I eas a bit harsh in my comment. I typically see them a lot at fairs and theme parks if you guys end up visting any. Might make for an interesting video. Enjoy your travels. Enjoying the content.

[@sammayet9002]

Spectacular, awesome and amazing

[@margarettownsley9500]

Hi guys that service station sure is something else and pretty expensive as are most service stations but looked yummy have fun on your travel xx

[@mesutozsen903]

thanks so much marrianne and chris this is very best vlog good day best life god bless you 🙏🙏🙏👍👍👍👍

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you too!

[@AimeeFleck]

I freaking adore Buc-ees . We have one in Florida and it just happens to be between me and my daughter so I stop there often when picking up the grand baby (every other weekend).

[@deanbarcelona1427]

Dippy Dots was invented in Illinois.

[@always.wondering.wandering]

Woo hoo, 80,000+. We are going to get you to 100,000 while you're here, I can feel it. Loved the Buc-ee's tour, I've never been. I have been watching the news of the fires in New Mexico and Arizona, I hope you don't run into any of that while heading West. Take care!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Adele - yes we have been warned of which roads to take and which to avoid - we are in Arizona today but driving to Albuquerque tomorrow !! Good old Trudy xx

[@grantzollinger6521]

I work at the bucees in Katy. Ya did great

[@TREADtheglobe]

Awwh Thank you

[@DianaRussia531]

My friend lives by that store...been there many times 💙💙

[@SnotsRockit]

ran in to yall channel today, loving it!! keep it up you two n' be safe! love from massachusetts!!!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Awesome! Thank you! And Welcome Aboard !! 🌺

[@adeelraiz8172]

God bless you and your family

[@pughglobal9247]

Marianne "Look at the size of that Beaver" lol

[@sunshinelavender1663]

Congratulations on 80,000 🤩

[@christophernolen4117]

Apparently, he was to boozed up to mow the lawn or garden! Buc-ees is building a new and soon to largest gas station in Seviersville, TN near Dollywood. In New Braunfields, TX is the largest gas station currently in the world! Just north of San Antonio.

[@christinabishop2533]

Stopped at that Buc-ee's many times, mostly at the request of the rail crews, at my last job when I transported crews for BNSF. Although a bit pricey, the food was amazing and their milk chocolate raisons were to die for. In a 18 months working for that company, I don't think I ever saw everything in the store. Unfortunately, the closest Buc-ee's to me is in New Braunfels, Texas. Two towns in Texas were made famous by music. China Grove (Southeast San Antonio) and La Grange (north of I-10 between Houston and San Antonio) sung by the Doobie Brothers and ZZ Top respectively. Glad y'all loved our great state and are welcome back anytime.

[@ee233]

Now you have made me hungry ! Lol congrats on reaching 80 000😃👍❤

[@elliemaejune]

I love Buc-ee's so much. I'm glad you enjoyed your experience. :-)

[@christophernolen4117]

The Beaver rocks!

[@tx1cowgirl]

Hi from just outside Houston. Loved your video but you missed the battleship of Texas. Just off the ship channel

[@drivinghorizons]

Congrats on the 80k!! That is one hell of a gas station!!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks!!

[@renee176]

You can get Dipping Dots all over the States.😊

[@richdt6312]

Cleanest toilets, and there was toilet paper all over the floor 😆

[@Keneli0426]

OMG I was taking a drink when I almost choked on my drink lol 5:34

[@ianinnes8063]

Congrats on 80.000 thousand subs . As marianne would say woo hooo . Xx

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Ian - Woo Hoo xx It has been such fun getting here 🌺

[@jackdeangelis6585]

Congrats on the 80k subs (now 81.1k), the magical 100k is just around the corner! Beaver mascots are very common in the US, our local college (Oregon State University) mascot for example is a Beaver (Go Beavs), you guys need to get your minds out of the gutter! :).

[@peterrisbergs7156]

In 1976 Texas Pride cost $.94 for a six pack. That was my staple drink . When they raised the price to $1.16 the next year I went into a panic.

[@diba_yilmaz]

🎉🎊🪅 congratsssss 💜 80k. Buck-ee’s seems fantastic and the ice-cream seems way better than smoked ice cream 😂 love you both 😍

[@TREADtheglobe]

We love you sooo much !! Thank you so much for being with us on this adventure - love to you and we look forward to sharing more ice-cream .... we will buy it this time 😂💜🌷🙌. Love Marianne xx

[@gayrimenkulinsaatder]

Greetings from istanbul

[@TREADtheglobe]

Merhaba 🌷

[@joemckim1183]

We have a Wally's gas station here in St. Louis, it's basically the same thing as Buc-ees. I mean it's a cool thing to see once or twice. But at the end of the day it's just a gas station.

[@trentk268]

Believe it or not, people who live within 5 minutes of that 120 pump Buc-ees (New Braunfels) can feed deer in their backyards just before the sun comes up.

[@discoveringlockenest8420]

Welcome to America! We mean Welcome to Buccees! Oh it’s the same thing! 😃🤪😂🤙 You guys continue to make us laugh! Thank you for sharing!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks! 😃. We have just had the best time !! Check the tribe page for todays top photo !! LOL - we had such a great day and can't wait to share all the photos tomorrow xx Love M xx

[@kd5you1]

I thought the ice cream looked like Dippin Dots, then I saw the sign in the background that said Dippin Dots. lol

[@rcpeterson56]

If you drive thru Marfa, Texas…You must film

[@nickergun4943]

Good morning Ambassadors, I have been waiting your videos to see where you are at but by now you are done with Texas for sure. That Buc-ee's , Jesus! Huge like Wal- Mart, I reckon! Although, the prices really high ($6.49 to $7.41)but the sandwiches were also bigger. I wish you should have shown us the gasoline prices ( promise you a few of us like to see what the gasoline prices are in the other states). Chris, you know what I noticed in this video YOUR LAUGH after the first bite into the pulled pork sandwich..that was hilarious 😂😂😂 We will be following you guys. Congratulations on your new high 80 K subscribers. C'mon folks let's get them into 100K, because they deserve it. I already got all of my family subscribe to " TREAD THE GLOBE". Let's give a hand to our lovely friends. By the way ambassadors we ALL love you and be safe, keep sending great videos like this💕💕💕💕♥️♥️🇹🇷🇹🇷

[@ArchiTechFit]

I decided to live in a temple in Tibet for 7 years to erase the image that formed in my head when I heard 'smiling beaver' .🌚

[@WenShip]

😂😂😂😂

[@TREADtheglobe]

Sorry Baris - It had to be said LOL 😂😂😂

[@davidwong9230]

That car wash😆 If you take your car for a wash there, and if there’s a queue, and someone asks how long it’ll be, I guess you could say, 255 feet 😂

[@notnek202]

Buc-ee's is a chain of country stores and gas stations with locations in Texas, Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, and Florida. Additional locations are currently under development in Colorado, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, Tennessee and South Carolina. Plans for an additional location in North Carolina were shelved in early 2021. The company is owned by Arch "Beaver" Aplin III and Don Wasek, and has its headquarters in Lake Jackson, Texas. From Wikipedia

[@leehanson1416]

Heard rumors about locations around OKC.

[@redhouse1002]

And Milkovich died of....cirrhosis? (just a guess! LOL). Katy, Texas: named after the Kansas-Texas Railroad (K-T, get it?). Thanks for the laughs, great way to start the day again!

[@dwmzmm]

We live near that Buc-ee's (about a 20 minute drive), that car wash blow dryer is TOO strong, went through it once and it ripped the rubber trims off my 2009 Toyota Corolla. Will never use it again. BTW, welcome to the USA, Texas and Houston/Katy!

[@berrinc6961]

merhabalar sizi ilgiyle izliyoruz oralari sevdim cok guzel yerler var optum🙅👪💑💕

[@randeehughes99]

I love Bucees I live by one but now on the road. I hope you got the brisket sandwich.