You don't have to spend $100k to Own a Nice Camper Van! | My Mom's DIY Van Tour

[@jamiejames09]

So proud of my sister and niece. You guys are living my dream to travel the country. Miss you both. Be safe and enjoy your time together. ❤

[@jukay1482]

They are both so gorgeous! Your sister reminds me of a more feminine looking Nicole Murphy.

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Thanks uncle! Love you bunches and I hope to see you really soon! 💗

[@freedomgrrrl3263]

Amen May Saint Michael watch over them forever and always

[@freedomgrrrl3263]

Mirabel I love the name oh it brought tears to my eyes I just finished tidying up my little camper it's really little it's just an SUV for now but a few more at home in it than anywhere sometimes and I'm getting a lot of encouragement to go indoors so I really loved your message and it was so lovely to hear it from the blessed young woman

[@freedomgrrrl3263]

Awesome build

[@kendracooper6248]

Mama smiling in the onesie has to be one of the cutest things I’ve ever seen 😭❤️

[@kendracooper6248]

Also “I’m capable” YES that’s one of the things that attracted me to van life. I want to be self sustaining, not always relying on others! You two inspire me so much m, thank you for sharing your journeys with us ❤️

[@jenniferw8972]

Right!?

[@dolorespeak773]

Safe travels to you great job on the remodel. I'll keep you 🙏 enjoy.

[@audrey7324]

damn your mom really said copy paste when she made you, yall look exactly alike! Awesome build!

[@fancysfolly554]

I was just thinking the same and both are very cute!!! Van too

[@popatop75]

and the van too lol

[@candicemonique5927]

Ive never seen her mom. I thought it was her in the thumbnail. 😂🤣

[@AllisonMVO]

Literally copy paste lol!

[@yokohamamike1041]

Hahaha...copy paste!

[@kemicecormier5687]

It’s nice to see women of color van living. I’m so tempted!

[@DebbieD7777]

Me too

[@valw7422]

You should. By 2030, no one will be owning. Look up the great reset

[@nancythornton2947]

Curious what color has to do with van living. People are people.

[@truths127]

Wow ! What has colour to do with it 🙄

[@kemicecormier5687]

@@truths127 Wow!! I’m a woman of color and she inspired me. Is there a problem?

[@jackshea4470]

Out all of the You tubing Vanlifers I watch, you and your mom are the most inspiring. Thanks for sharing. I can't wait to get on the road. Trying to convince my teens(19 &14)to go along but they're reluctant. It'll be a least 4 years until I can comitt to Full time. But in the mean time I got y'all..lol

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Those four years will fly by soon enough! I’m glad we can share our journey with you in the meantime. Thank you for the kind comment!! 🥰💗💗💗

[@robertharrison8286]

Lay a guilt trip on 'em- I might not be around much longer or after all I've done for you or muscle up a tear and there's always coercion! Lol If you have a19 year old he's going to grow his own life and the 14 year old he's going to find his way and what I'm saying is i have for and don't remember when we all are together. S - - t happens just do it.

[@joaniew.2102]

@@AdventureTimeLoui Hi there, I just watched your video and very glad it popped up on my feed. Your mother has done a wonderful job on the van. She said that it cost $8500. Is that the cost of the van and build? Just curious budget wise. Thanks for sharing your stories. Very inspiring.

[@djcompton4979]

First time to watch a video on this channel and I LOVED it!!! So happy to see a strong woman who is following her own path. And, I just subscribed.

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Thanks for subbing!

[@h.a.barker412]

Super cute! Nice to see a more homey van everyone seems to do "industrial" style and monotones, nice to see color!!👌🙂

[@AngelsExcursions]

Such a cool tour. So excited to see your moms van finally! It is SOOOOO cute. It make me happy to see women living their lives the way they choose without compromise. If you end up in Florida we have to have a social distance meetup. Safe travels!!! XoXo

[@poochee2010]

Van life and RV's is the future living on earth.

[@Cheleartsanddesigns]

It's not because it's unsustainable. There will definitely be a rise in nomads as there is a rise in self sustainable homes and the return to homestead with people growing their own food. We cannot sustain humans if we don't start growing our food more. We also need those vans to become electric and up the quality of solar panels. As I design my van, I considered where I can grow lettuce, microgreens and sprout on the road. If you van life, make sure too support your farmers markets and farmers on the road too, we're nothing without them. It's also cheaper than supermarkets.

[@Da_Pimp_Nugget]

Hello everyone back again. Moms car tour was fantastic. Stay safe everyone.

[@naimasrael6829]

Hello ((-;

[@Da_Pimp_Nugget]

@@naimasrael6829 Hello sorry for late reply.

[@naimasrael6829]

@@Da_Pimp_Nugget No worries. We all have different schedules. You read it when You were supposed to. Wholeness n Essence of Love ((-;

[@DavidHuffTexas]

Your Mom is so charming and very interesting! It's great that you'd share her story this way!

[@patriciabasey-gibson3894]

I'm so proud of her. When set your mind to your goal, You will achieve it Lord willing. Very Creative Plan. God Bless and Keep Safe.

[@whereisteri3643]

Hello ladies, I’ve been Watching your travels for a while and it’s a joy seeing mostly the mom/daughter relationship but the van life is amazing too. I live in Arizona and also have a Class B (which is an oversized van) and I love traveling, I’m taking baby steps towards living full time in my van at least for a year or so until I decide where I want to relocate, after I sell my home. I retired early from full time work and currently work online which is great for traveling. The tour of Marabelle is wonderful and Louie’s tour was as well. I travel alone but this pandemic has made me stay closer to home only to find out there are so many places in Arizona I have yet to visit and I’ve been here 19 years! Hopefully one day I will see you both on the road. And yes I did spend a bundle on my mobile home by choice. I use to buy, fix-up and sell houses and I didn’t want to do that this time (I was tired of it) Check out my Instagram “PLANYOURMEMORIES” for some of my travels. In May I’m planning on driving East to explore the South >> headed to the East Coast from Florida to Maine all during the summer. Please be safe and stay healthy. Teri

[@jeanetteadamo9039]

That's my dream too. I retired last year and planned to travel this year by car and planes and train(i love train travel)... But the pandemic ruined those plans. But it gave me time to re-evaluate my expenses and try to figure out where to live. Now, the more expensive rent and apartment living gets, i'm seriously considering full time van life. I live in NJ and have family and friends from Maine down to Florida who i want to travel to visit. I could spend months visiting and staying however long i(or THEY) want. It's scary... and i've broached it with my kids who think i'm crazy and/or too old. I think they're just afraid for me. I'm getting more confident with all these videos, especially these beautiful women. Best of luck on your journey!

[@popplaurie]

I love that you got obsessed with vanlife via KZbin...I did, too! Hope I can make my dream come true within the next 5 years.

[@tybell8899]

Looks like Mom got some sun.. Mom is a beautiful "Lady".. Very soothing voice.. Know she must have broken a lot of heart as a young lady.. Beautiful, don't hurt em too badly.. Be gentle, lol! It would be a good idea to fire proof your battery area.. Mount all your solar components to concrete backer board. Enclose batteries in metal airtight containers.. Vent container outside van.. Metal box for battery explosion & dangerous fume leakage (vented outside van). Backer board in case of over heating electrical components. Better safe than sorry..

[@kawasutanku]

that is a nice looking build regardless of the budget

[@jonathanjones6780]

We Love Mom💖🌟💖!!! Stay Safe!!!

[@allisonsherman7231]

Love the build. It’s such a perfect size and she has everything that is needed:)

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Thanks Allison! She’s really done such a good job. I’m so proud of my mum!

[@veronicaBolanos-mc4fc]

I so admire the fact that you did this all by yourself :) Happy adventures!!

[@Resolution1on1]

Louie... You and Your Mom are truly pioneers and living your life's your best lives by your own accordance. Be well in your travels.

[@bonniekerr6890]

Love the van! Awesome job with not a lot of money. Did I miss how you cook? I saw the fridge & potty. Overall one of the best builds I have seen for space & budget. Ready to follow on your adventures😊

[@carmendarlinseattle]

So satisfying to see a mature, intelligent and beautiful adult woman taking on an adventuress life and rainbows 🌈. Love your mom’s van. Mirabelle is so perfect!

[@anniemoss6660]

Stay safe and may GOD bless you both ✊✊✊

[@jamesharvey4817]

It's always fun watching these women build out these vans. They always do the work themselves, and these vehicles always look pretty good. Then all of a sudden those millionaires pop up showing those over the top vans and it takes all the fun out of it. Hats off to those who start where they are, and put together very nice and practical vans.

[@hybboul7377]

Thanks for the info on how frugally one might begin van life. It has seemed quite unattainable. Perhaps with your encouragement, I might see you on our Canadian roads some day.🇨🇦

[@niks1life]

How cozy. 🥰 I absolutely love that countertop. I bet that was a fun project.

[@farfetched9296]

Your mom is a free spirit. Thanks for reminding ppl to work with what they have🙂 hail to all my free spirited freaks...🌈🌻🌻🌈

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

😝😝😝 free spirited freaks 5ever!

[@farfetched9296]

@@AdventureTimeLoui you know when you're easy going and happy without materialistic bs or happy in your own company ppl think you're weird or a freak. For me freak is a compliment. I'm doing something most can't do nor will ever experience: BE HAPPY AND ACCEPTING OF WHO I AM NO MATTER WHAT OTHERS THINK🙂🙂💙💙💙

[@itzyzaza1806]

Like you, I started out with tiny houses. Now I’m obsessed with van life. I was about to pull the trigger this past Saturday, but the dealership was playing games. I guess the universe is telling me to slow down.

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

You have to go at your own pace! The right van will find you when the time is right! Congrats on making the decision to do van life 💗

[@KatCoop34]

Thank you so much for this! I just got totally overwhelmed watching videos of luxury van builds that cost tens of thousands of dollars and feeling like my dream wasn't affordable. But this is exactly the inspiration I needed. So glad I found your channel

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Thank you! Welcome to the channel!

[@jeanetteadamo9039]

I felt exactly the same. I'm so much more confident now.

[@shaunhall1838]

I like the fact you can take a cargo van and make into your own unique home that works for you. Nomad life is the way to get out of debt and see the world at the same time!

[@vincentestone5764]

Wow. IMPRESSIVE Build. Didn't know Mom's Van Build was like THIS. GREAT DIY ! ❤ YOU 2 . MANY BLESSINGS !

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Thank you!!

[@michelejohnson5497]

OMG! I am so happy to see your adorable van and its beautiful build out. You did a fabulous job on Maribelle. I am in awe that you did the work yourself. I hope to embark on my own van life journey one day. You & your daughter are such phenomenal women-living the life you love. Thank you for the van tour. Stay safe and have fun!

[@jdchy6181]

i just adore these cheaper budget diy vans that are not the most ‘instaworthy’ but just filled with warmth & cosiness :)

[@alenacombs7957]

I love your mother’s van build. I would love to travel this way. I’m so glad you have each other. I keep watching single women van life videos about how they stay safe and if the frequent van upkeep or how many times you need to take your van in for maintenance. Where do you park and feel safe. Great video👍🏽

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Thanks for checking it out! We park anywhere from stealth city parking to Walmart to out in the middle of the desert or forests! Every place we go we try and feel it out as best we can. Also reading reviews on apps like iOverlander really helps us decide if it’s safe or not.

[@alenacombs7957]

@@AdventureTimeLoui I would love to be able do van life as a single women. Because of the changing times we live in van life is becoming the new normal. So I keep looking at van builds that are simple and inexpensive. I will keep you in my prayers. Be safe and don’t forget to wear your mask. 🙏🏾

[@mrshadenoughofallthis911]

Van life clearly agrees with her. She looks fantastic. And seems so happy.

[@synsilver3315]

Hello Lovely Ladies ( including Lady ), and William !!! Boy, Miss Becca has become so smooth/soothing with her on camera presentation delivery. She has such a soothing relaxed aurora, and can bring her listeners into the subject matter. I like the way she has seemingly become so comfortable with herself on camera ( as she should being so accomplished and independent woman ). I foresee you both discovering the " nooks & crannies " ( not so much the tourist traps ), and taking us along with your perspective(s). Remembering that " Simple Goes A Long Way In Vanlife ", you ladies are proving it every day. Keep up the good work. Always, Syn Silver !!!

[@msoysauce8390]

Yay! So glad we got to see your moms van and hear her story 🌱✨

[@sharonoldham4374]

Came by your channel by accident. Love your moms van and she is such a lovely lady. Wishing you both happy travels. I also subscribed

[@grumpy2759]

I love what you have done with your van. I built my first 2 vans then purchased my 3rd fully completed. The BIGGEST Thing is that you get out on the road and seek adventures. i hope to meet you on the road. Safe Travels

[@radley3519]

You guys are adorable!! Love your van Mirabelle Mom!! the counter tiling is awesome

[@klouism1]

You have done an outstanding job on your van much respect for your hard work and tenacity. His wonderful you and your daughter can spend time together. Those memories are like gold. Stay well and happy. 🚌

[@monicaparsai4251]

You inspire me! I am almost 64 and just bought a van with the idea of camperizing it on my own. Sometimes I am overcome with doubts of whether I will be able to do it on my own, but after watching your video I feel more confident! Thank you!

[@itzcryssie2732]

Cute designs, I love the baskets everywhere ❤️❤️

[@11herbsandspices]

And the award goes to . . . the coolest most gorgeous mom in the universe! I'm so inspired. And Lady is the perfect road dog companion. Such a beautiful, regal pup.

[@cre8myreality216]

This was the perfect video. I feel way more confident now!!! I'm so ready and excited about doing my van/short school bus conversion. your van is beautiful. Hope to one day meet up with you. Love

[@divineuniversalunderstandi8116]

Random video on my feed, I haven’t looked at vanlife videos in over 3 years, but I love it. Mom is beautiful! The mom energy in this video is amazing!

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Thank you so much!

[@DoWhatMakesYouHappyy]

Love moms ride! It’s such a pleasure to see how it’s possible to live in the road with minimal out of pocket. I’m enjoying watching the journey! Stay safe and continue to enjoy the road.

[@TierraWind90]

Your mom is so humble, open minded and awesome 💚

[@danavila04]

Awe she seems so sweet, smart, and kind!!!

[@blackpearlz13]

Hello Ladies. Your Mom's van is awesome nice and comfy

[@CarpeDiemTravelerMel]

What an inspiration! This is my dream at some point in life, probably for retirement. I would love to pick your brain for tips as a solo female traveler.

[@LifeBetweenTheDash]

What a beautiful build. I get putting in a swivel but I sure love that wall. Pros & cons to every decision.

[@DebMer]

Love watching your adventures, and you and your sweet mama are some of the most down to earth van life youtubers out there. Thanks for all of the interesting videos!

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Thank you for watching!!

[@kellyali5286]

That is so cute. I'm saving to do this I am thinking by this time next year I will be out and on the road.

[@jacquelinet8903]

I cannot explain how happy it makes me that I finally found your channel! And seeing the vid of your beautiful mom and just knowing how proud you must feel - everything is just making me feel so cozy and homey whenever I tune in to you guys and see and feel your energies. So thank you for that. That is no small thing!

[@danyelg.6890]

I love what she’s done with Maribel! You both are awesome and it’s a huge blessing to have eachother to travel with 🖤

[@simplythebest2574]

I love it! I have been daunted by all the extremely expensive van builds, and this is so nice. Thanks for sharing.

[@peacelove754]

Your mom is super gorge! I love yall relationship its truly a blessing

[@susansantiago3447]

Great tour. This is my plan soon.. Be safe and enjoy your life.

[@SaylorSurkamp]

I am so grateful for this video. I’ve been researching for a year, and so many of the people posting kind have left me feeling discouraged. The space is beautiful and simple but with so much personality. Thank you so much

[@LoveDogs___3]

Love your layout. I have been looking for a good layout and yours is perfect. 💚🐾

[@Bramelbella]

Thanks! This is helpful. I am obsessed with van life, have a huge job, huge house, and debt... I get overwhelmed with how to start and can I do it given all the high brow van builds. Your van and video are very inspiring and helpful to me. Thank you. Blessings be upon you always and everywhere! ♥️

[@jeanetteadamo9039]

I've felt the same way for so long. I had a huge house. Got divorced 8 years ago and split the sale of the house. But renting has just gotten ridiculously expensive(i'm in the Northeast TOO close to NYC) it has almost drained the savings from my house sale and i don't want to go into any more debt than i'm already in so this is so tempting to me. Have been thinking about if for at least a year so now i want to take the leap. Leaping is so scary though. I'm going to keep watching these women for encouragement. Good luck to you!

[@jeannineachee6620]

Mom & mini-me. Y'all love alike. Your mom's van, Mirabelle, is beautiful. I love that there's not the upper cabinets. It looks open.

[@frog_pokes]

your mom seems like a wonderful human being ❤️🥺

[@Foxys10]

I see why you are such an amazing young woman. Your mom is fantastic. She completely nailed her build. I love it! And Lady is so pretty. Nice job!

[@heatherburns2482]

I'm your mom's age and really appreciate this video and love her build!

[@JahleeyahKalonji]

I love Moms glasses...

[@stephenhill2348]

I’m really glad you took the plunge,I’m just starting to want a little freedom to run around,when my wife let’s me 😂

[@dheard1014]

Listen ladies... I love your relationship. I love that you are caravaning. I love this cutie patootie van. Mom, you did that!!! I have the extended ProMaster and I was concerned about having enough space! Your 1500 is wonderfully made. I cannot tell you how much I really love this design. I was a little worried and was shying away from premade cabinets. I think I’m going to give it a try. Hey...if it doesn’t work I can always change it up right?!?!? Good job ladies, good job 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@meher7165]

You are now my favorite vanlifer. By far the most inspiring. How fortunate are you and your mom/daughter to have a person to share the life with.

[@angelamarks3050]

So good to see a more mature, beautiful, single woman on the path! I am am also obsessed, planning on a school bus. But don’t see too many single, ladies living the freedom road. Happy to have found you!

[@dreamquest-focusmusic6943]

I'm a man with advanced carpentry and cabinet skills I've been dreaming a van build... And to see you build yours and have it look so amazing... I love the freedom of the lifestyle... You're so beautiful and incredible 😭❤❤❤

[@pcthayer]

I love the van. It was an inexpensive build but not that simple since it has everything one would need, solar power, enough battery storage, restroom facilities, bed, kitchen, etc. Great use of space. I'm sure her favorite times are when you two meet up to tour those national parks together. :-) Keep on enjoying life.

[@DianeCorriette]

Such a lovely van tour. Love the size of the van and it has really been made homely. So amazing your mom did this herself

[@thetwinspuppetshow71]

Omg that blue is BEAUTIFULLLLL!!!!

[@dwalker6868]

Just lovely 🦋 I love the blue my favorite color. Thank you for sharing 🙏🏾

[@MARTI20DAT]

i love this channel. it makes me happy to watch. you and your mom are very fun, caring, and ethical people. safe travels!

[@samanthadodd8112]

I love this tour. I see ur mom can almost stand up. How tall is she? I'm 5'6" I was wondering if I could stand up in a low top. I like her set up. I've been looking at the conversion van - it is 5'6" with a high top or this van. I would like to stand. I have really bad knees.

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

My mom is 5’8 and I’m 5’7. I think with minimal insulation on the top and floor you might be able to stand straight

[@samanthadodd8112]

@@AdventureTimeLoui Thank you. I appreciate it.

[@abewilson8570]

Thirty seconds in and I already LOVE THIS. Thank you for sharing. I love this mentality.

[@Islandgirl4ever2]

I love this build. Your Mom's van home is FANTASTIC.. Very charming and cozy. AND, she did it herself. Brava.

[@dsmck70]

Love the van. Could you do a cooking video so we can see how you cook? I like to cook and was wondering how to do it in a small space.

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Sure thing :) several of my day in the life videos show cooking too!

[@fancysfolly554]

I love the compost toilet and where u put it. You have everything...I wish we could do this...even just occasionally.

[@bonnieboyle2030]

Beautiful . Very happy for your joy at making your own home. Simplifying is the best thing for our planet and ourselves.

[@sheheartsthat]

First time watcher👋🏾 All you’re missing is some inflatable paddle boards/kayaks and y’all should be set☺️. I’ve been researching van life for about 2yrs now and it’s good to see that you don’t need all the bells and whistles everyone else is displaying to actually get out there for an adventure. Loved watching both you and your mom’s videos.

[@LydiaKrow]

Very inspiring! One of these days I may make this happen.

[@cyndeeh]

I love that you say that in the intro, you don't need something fancy, to get out there. I wanna travel so bad,and see beautiful Mother Earth, (I'm 58), and have absolutely no building skills whatsoever. And no tools,or saws either. But I bought a cheap van, it already had a big seat in the back I can use for a bed, and got a beautiful antique dresser for free, put it there, to put my stove on, and leaving as soon as I get it mechanically looked over. Someone else that I sub to(chrome), said just start simple. Which I'm def.doing.

[@karenschwarze8626]

What a great build! Its so nice to see Women, of all ages, heading out on the road and doing what they really want to do! So inspiring! I have bought my first van, have 3 grown daughters, and have a goal to finish the van and head out to see all the national parks to start with. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful, van (you are so creative) and your story. Safe and happy travels!

[@Bricktown982]

Mother daughter. So beautiful. Mothers, be good to your daughters.

[@kernjames]

Great Van build. Nice video. I love how women name their cars and vans. Such a sweet lady and daughter.

[@jamikadale1409]

U and ur moms relationship is straight GOALS! I love that cb radio idea..

[@mzmonicaallday6615]

You both are two cute and absolutely awesome!!! Glad you occasionally travel together. Best!

[@theequeenbeast2746]

Wow, you look just like your Mom. I love her bed set and cohesion within the decour.

[@meganjalbert6092]

I love it! Especially where she keeps her toilet!

[@GwenDeeful]

I love the compost toilet area and the fan. It is nice to see a van that a woman actually built herself. Great job. Happy travels and stay healthy and safe.

[@dianadeejarvis7074]

Your mom's van looks great, & it's so cool she did it herself. Some people get too carried away with fancy gadgets, so it's nice to see someone keeping things simple with what she actually needs.

[@jstdnac4719]

Your mom is precious! You two are so similar. I love this whole set up the tour is great

[@vero7758]

I love your channel!!! And your mom is so cute!!! And I love how she has her van 😁 and the doggies 😍😍

[@Snowcapgirlie]

This is a great reminder that van life can be more chill. I just bought a Ram 2500 159 wb and I am feeling overwhelmed trying to turn it into this really nice van otherwise it won't be right.

[@kristiharman2843]

Thats such a brilliant idea for the toilet! Hidden away and also works as a seat. I love it!

[@kristiharman2843]

Also I LOVE both of your pups. I'm hoping to adopt of foster older dogs when I travel and have some adventures

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

You won’t regret it! They are the best company in the loneliest of times!

[@SimonaRich]

Your mom is very beautiful! And she looks so young! You have her eyes.

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Thank you!!

[@lifehunter6426]

Awesome lady! Be very thankful to have a Mom like her