I Left My Dream Job to Live in a Bus 🚌🌸 Solo Vanlife Begins: In Romantic England🌿
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 21 ก.ย. 2024
- Hello, lovely humans! 💕
Cue dramatic music 🎻-it's the FIRST DAY of my solo vanlife adventure! (Yessss finally!! 🙏) 🚌✨
I’m Josie, a somewhat whimsical English girl with a love for all things cottagecore and cosy with a hint of Adventure 🌸.
I’ve made a bold and possibly questionable life decision: I traded in my dream job and career for a .... cottage on wheels.
(Because that’s what sensible people do, right?) 😅
In this video, I’ll be clumsily navigating my way through the romantic English countryside (think Jane Austen vibes, minus Mr. Darcy 🏰), all while figuring out this whole "solo female vanlife" thing.
*Here’s what you’ll witness in this glorious life shift:*
- Why I left my dream job to live in a bus 🚌
- My very first stops on this journey, exploring England’s most charming spots 🏞️
- Attempting to be a mature, capable adult (emphasis on attempting), traveling solo 🚐
- A morning routines by the sea 🌊
- And, of course, plenty of cosy bus moments featuring me and Winnie - my little canine sidekick 🐾
So, here we are. It’s happening. The start of my grand adventure living on the road, and I’m equal parts excited and mildly terrified. But that’s what makes it fun, right? 👀😳 😅
Anyway... onwards and upwards, as they say. 🚌💖
💗 *Bus Off with Josie* 💗
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✴︎ *Meet Bo* 🎀 the Bus ✴︎
She's a:
Mercedes Vario 614D
24 seater
2002 plate
4.2 liter
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this feels like the old, authentic and genuinely interesting TH-cam 😭
I agree. this video gave the old TH-cam era vibe
Agree! It fills me with so much joy ❤ Looove the playfullness in every scen and the little extra så make it feel like "home" 😊
grackle style authenticity
Yes, back to simple times 😌
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I genuinely do not care how long you need to take for editing and uploading. I will watch your videos and love them! You have a very calming way and that is represented in your videos and I'm all here for it!
And let's be real. Winnie is indeed the queen!
You are right and I love her video so much and and for real it's really calming to watch plus the views are so pretty 😍
Well said! I totally agree :)
Thank you so much!! Ahaha yes Winnie IS the queen 👸🏻🐶
I just love your van, it’s like a princess’s castle. , it’s the cutest. You are very funny and Winnie such a cutie. Btw in Perth Australia 🇦🇺 I have subscribed 😊
Came for the van life, stayed for your sense of humour. Also, if I got to live with you and Winnie in that van for one week, my soul would be cured. Waking up to that scenery is what I need.
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You put in so much work with the animations and effects. Props to you! I love how upbeat you are ❤💕
Thankyou so much Caroline !
@@BusOffwithJosie Just trying to get your attention here Josie , I've known so many people die in vans and caravans from candles , vans and caravans burn really fast and are much harder to get out of in a fire , old fashioned dish type candle holders are safest but still best to only have one and obviously avoid the curtains 🤗
No but the Cottage core Bus ia actually SOO BEAUTIFUL!!
It's so refreshing to see a content creator just being candid about the ins and outs of the content creating life without the drama.. plus everything was well told and super light and fun. No matter how long it'll take, Josie. We will be here and we will wait for you. :) Just enjoy the ride and pls let Winnie have a raincoat, if she wants to, next time 🐕👩🏻🦰🍄🌷☘
Definitely - and it's also so interesting to watch! I love behind-the-scenes kind of content.
Thankyou !! ☺️☺️☺️🤗 I just brought Winnie a rain coat today !! ☺️
Keep being you, and don’t succumb to pressure to do things differently . I understand why it takes you so long to make these videos because they are far from mundane. Loved the knight riding past and all the little extras that must take a long time to edit. I also loved the fact that you admitted in your morning routine that you had already gotten up. Amazing how many vanlifers “wake up” with perfect makeup. Keep it up and enjoy the process.
Yes! The animations are excellent; so professional without being slick! Impressive young woman here l
💕💕 Thankyou for watching ! And for being understanding
I feel exactly the same! perfectly put
You can also offer your interior design ideas, along with content creation. I kid you not! I would pay for your services for my new house! I just LOVE the vibes of your van. So authentic, sweet, calming, inspiring! I wish you 100.000.000 subscribers and all the abundance in the world! You make me feel like a happy child again, thank you
Thankyou so so much !!! 💕
Awwwwww 🥰 it is rather charming isn't it
I appreciate your openness about things behind the camera, or how it actually is. Makes it more realistic and grounded. Despite you literally driving around self employed in a fairy bus with a doodle. 😂 But I love the honest real life vibes. Thank you for your effort! I look forward to more in the future and congratulations on your plaque.
Ahaha aw Thankyou Hannah !! ☺️🥰🥰😍💕
Your dyslexia has delivered for you a truly natural talent. Bravo mum for recognising your needs and getting off the starting blocks. Not everyone is so lucky.
Ive followed many TH-cam vanlife vlogs over the years, and I would say this is the most original and entertaining of them all. Well done for achieving 2.2m and the 1k subs plaque, it's well deserved.
Would love a new vlog each week, but not to worry. I've watched this one three times now and will probably revisit the others while waiting. That's how good they are. So full of content it takes as much time to absorb it all as it does to produce. So no, not just your mum watching.
Thankyou so much for this lovely comment ! And watching my video more than once 😍😍☺️
I can’t be the only one that’s getting so invested! I love you Josie! ❤
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@@BusOffwithJosieTHANK YOU FOR REPLYING THAT MADE MY DAY ❤❤❤❤❤
@@pippins.muddy.paws1 well thankYOU for commenting ! And watching my video ! 💕☺️
This is one of the best video's I've seen in a while on TH-cam. Don't worry about editing... just keep being yourself and creating great content. It's real, funny and peaceful all in one.
So so pleased you like it ! ☺️💕💕🥰
This is probably my fav blog video I’ve ever watched, the personality, the views, her sense of humor, the story telling, the editing, everything in this video was on point. Did I just mentioned the views? Hahaha enjoy your van life!
Ahaha I’m so pleased you liked it ! Thanks so much for watching ☺️😍🙌
OHMYGOSH!!finally theres a new video.yayy🎉
Words cant desrcibe how much i love thisss. I literally jumped out of my seat when i saw a new videoo!!!! Keep doing what your doing superstarrr❤❤
Thank you so so much!!😍😍 what a lovely comment ! 🥰
The fact that you found that vegan dish really is bloody amazing, yorkshire puddings are absolutely fluffy clouds of doughy heaven. You are so easy to listen to, and im so obsessed with the fact that you built your bus, and made it so you, and are living out your dreams. You are iconic girl, im glad your sharing your adventures, so we can all explore with you❤
Thankyou so so much Stephanie!! 😍😍😍
I’m so happy that you’re happy living in the bus!! I got scared that you stopped after not posting for a while lol
☺️☺️ Thankyou ! Yeh I’m a one a month TH-cam ☺️☺️😉 💕
@@BusOffwithJosie Please post more often! No need to make every video so high tech with all the editing -- I hope TH-cam will still pay you well even if you make smaller videos that aren't as fancy? A month in between each month is way too long for me, lol -- I like to see something at least once a week if not more often! 😍😊
You and your content are charming. I’m recommending your channel to all my friends. Keep up the great work which you make seem like play. Stay safe and “crack on.” This American viewer loves you!
This video has made me happier than any YT video I've ever seen. You, are, amazing. Your creativity, joi de vivre, your dialogue, your visual story, images, scenes, music, humour... I've simply never seen anything like this... and a vegan to boot!! As-if everything else I've mentioned wasn't enough. I saw you on Philly & Keely's channel (sp?), and here I am! xx
Oh wow Thankyou !
Awww love Philly and keely !!! And that TH-cam video they made was so cute ! Thankyou for coming over here to visit me ☺️☺️☺️💕
the story about coming from a single parent household earned my subscribe so fast 😭❤️
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So incredibly charming - what a great sense of humor and I LOVE your van!
Ahaha Thankyou lovely ! ☺️☺️
Please don’t get discouraged with how long it takes to edit your videos Josie! This was a lovely little slice of life with you, feels like catching up with a friend 💛
Aw Thankyou so so much ☺️🙌🙌
This is giving me true cosy whimsy vibes. From one dyslexic to another, you're doing amazing xx
Aww hey fellow dyslexic ☺️💕
your editing is top tier! no boring moments, and everything just felt lighthearted, warm, and candid. wishing the bestest of luck for this channel. cant wait for ur next video but also no pressure and take all the time u need to edit. beautiful things take time to create so dont get discouraged by your editing speed. take care!
I love how authentic and honest you are! You seem really down to earth and like a lovely person! Also loveee Winnie!!! 🥹🤍
Thank you so much!! Thanks really lovely of you to say so!! And thankyou for watching 😍😍
Commenting so Josie and winnie can keep living the van life 😭😭😭 Cheering for you Josie!
The places she visited have the old, British aesthetic and it's so. damn. pretty.
Watching from Dunedin New Zealand 🇳🇿
Love this! Feels like I’m watching something the bbc put together. Amazing
Ahaha very flattered ! Thankyou ☺️☺️☺️
You mentioned you aren’t sure…I love the is one! I love seeing the little travel tidbits and what life is like :)
So pleased you liked it☺️💕🙌
I love your personality and your dog, actually EVERYTHING! I love the colour of your home.
You should be very very proud of yourself. Strong talented funny creative . The world needs more of the yous… and as for editing. I’m the worlds slowest ❤
Aww thankyou for this comment !!
Charming, quirky, adorable, beautiful, and multi layers of creativity that make for top notch entertainment!!!!!! What a phenomenal talent you are 🤩👏👍
This whole video feels nostalgic for some reason! You captured such a good vibe with your voice over and editing. Thanks so much for sharing your Van-Life Adventures!
So Glad you enjoyed it! And Thankyou so much for watching !!!
OMG your dance career, crazy!!! You danced with Channing Tatum?! So cool 🤯🤯
....and the Moulin Rouge!! 💃 WOW!
You and your videos are fantastic!! It’s so great to see authenticity. My husband and I and our fur baby 🐾 have been full-time on wheels (currently in a truck camper) for 4 years and it’s SO inspiring to see your build and your new adventures!! Also, I just learned yesterday that viewers actually enjoy listening to TH-camrs talk while they’re doing tasks like putting on makeup (even if they’re not talking about makeup specifically), something about reducing cognitive load 🤷🏻♀️ Anyhow! Cheers to you and Winnie!!
Aww so cool!! Love a truck camper !
I am living vicariously through you so hard right now-this whole channel is just a straight up vibe, and I'm happy to stick around ❤
Watching all of Josie’s videos for the wonderful vibes and to fund the travels of Jos and Winnie 🌸🎀🩷
Bro guyssssssss every time I watch her videos I feel like I’m about to go on some grand exposition like!!! I’m so excited for her future videossssss and for her channel to keep growing
Brilliant, interesting, funny and honest 💞... I've been to Scarborough a few times (with 30 odd 11 year old primary school kids...) and that brought back so many memories - I knew exactly where you was parked up!!! Your content is fabulous and you are so funny. Winnie is living her best life 👑 keep enjoying each day and don't worry about how often you post, we'll still be here 💕
I love your videos Josie and how honest you are about editing and filming your videos. You're also funny. Thanks so much for sharing your life with us and being real about it :)
Aw Rachel Thank you so much!! For this lovely comment ! And for watching 😍😍
Jestem pełna podziwu ile wysiłku i pracy wkladasz w swoje filmiki! Tyle wspaniałych ujęć, żartów, rysunków...wow! Uwielbiam! ❤❤❤
The most authentic, talented and inspiring human. So impressed by you!❤ LET'S MAKE HER RICH!
Much love to you , Winnie and Bo♥️🌈🍀
Great Content❤
Thanks Kat ☺️💕
Thanks for one of the most entertaining videos about van/bus life I've seen in awhile; humorous and beautiful scenery.
It was cool to actually see you go through a normal morning! I haven't seen anyone do beat by beat moments in their tiny or bus! It's fascinating.
You're such a doll, Josie 💕 Stay safe. You're doing a fabulous job at keeping us entertained! We really do love your content and your lively, bubbly, explorer personality 💗 You, too, Winnie
SOOO😍 dreamy , this is the life. I pray that you get to continue your wonderful adventures and share on TH-cam ! come on people like, subscribe and comment to support this whimsical princess and her adorable dog 🐶 love from Trinidad and Tobago💖💖😘😘
Fran Thankyou for this lovely comment and your amazing support! Very kind of you 🥰🥰💕 Thankyou so much for watching this video 😍
@@BusOffwithJosie Always pretty girl💞
Love your editing style, please make a video of your editing process! Music, sound effects, graphics… I need to know all of it! ❤
I could watch you do chores and have sa slow lazy day in your bus and I would be happy! I LOVE your energy 🧚🏼♂🧚🏼♂
I absolutely love your off-the-cuff style of creating content. So original and charming. I love your transparency and relatability. You’re so fun and feel like a friend. Wishing you so much goodness on your van life adventures. I did this for a total of probably a year over the course of my 20s and it was some of the best times of my life. XOXO
Love your BUS, your videos and your sunny, lovely energy. Thank you, for sharing your life and adventures with thd world ❤😊
Honestly speaking, I watched your videos because of your van aesthetic. I love cottagecore things and I love the ambiance of UK countryside but what made me stay is your sense of your humor and the way you edit your videos. I haven't seen a video like yours with so much fun and creativity. Definitely gonna binge watch you everytime you post a video 🫶
To be honest, as a professional editor, your editing style is amazing and very well done! I totally understand why it would take a month to do!!
Well I am very flattered ! Thankyou for saying so 😍😍😍🙌
Out of all the different van lifers out there your videos and your take on this kind of lifestyle seems the most realistic. I am living vicariously through you please keep it up!
“Beautiful Views” includes you! I wish you the best!
Honestly, yours is the best van life content I've come upon. And that's saying something. Not to mention, you have the best van build out there. You are also a great story teller. Keep being you and we'll keep watching.
Refreshingly honest, uplifting and simply beautiful video to watch.
I’m hooked! I have ADHD and I normally would only watch something for 30 seconds before moving on, but I hyperfocus on your videos 😂. It does help that you are living the life I’ve been dreaming of….and about to embark on, now I’m building an online biz. But mainly because you are a great storyteller and have a lovely down to earth demeanour. Keep bringing your entertaining videos, there are many of us who appreciate it, and there’ll be many more……..it won’t be long before you hit that million! 😊❤. Oh, have you thought of a stable table? It’s a tray with a cushion attached to balance on your lap 😊.
Love the unique style of your van life TH-cam videos with the little comedic inserts! Don't change! It makes you stand out from all the rest! Not to mention your van build, which is perfection!
PROTIP for being a TH-camr: Instead of combining ALL of this into 1 video. You could have split this into multiple videos. TH-cam is a gamble, so one of those videos could take off. I was thinking the "Vanlife by the sea morning routine" could be a video in itself. Especially if you are depending on this as an income. Best of luck to you and thank you for the amazing cinematic views.
Agh yes good idea
I was a little scared that you’d stop posting after your first series, but I’m so glad to see you posting more! :)) your vids always boost my mood
I really enjoyed this video. The way your story unfolded as you showed us your travels. Lovely.
I love that you're trusting your instincts relative to content. Your channel has had a unique, charming vibe from the beginning, and based on that silver plaque, it clearly works. Congratulations, and thank you for the beautiful video! ❤
Oh my..How can i not subscribe your channel if you keep give this huge satisfaction…
I love your idea and talent my goshhh I can’t wait for the next van trip video you upload
YAY A NEW VIDEO ! This is so exciting, I am really enjoying your content and your van is absolutely gorgeous 💗🎀
I LOVE your commentary btw!! It's hilarious and informative!!
I loved this!! This is the cosy TH-cam vibes I want this fall! You’re doing an amazing job, thanks for sharing your van life with us! So excited for what’s to come.
And take your time, every new skill takes time and you’re doing great!! ❤️
Love this love everything about this "whatever this is" !!! xoxo
Ahaha Thankyou ☺️💕
Congratulations on your silver play button, well deserved. Love your bus, love the walking Teddy bear and enjoyed your content.
Well done to you! Myself and my girls are really enjoying your trips and watching Winnie living her best life ! X
You should absolutely put up your plaque! Maybe put a cute gold/vintage frame on it to make it fit your aesthetic! ✨. I love your videos & have shared it with friends. They’re so well edited. Can’t wait to continue following yours & Winnie’s journey. 🫶🏻
Love your van. Truly magical. I really understand people watching your videos. Relaxing , yet very informative. Congrats.
You’re approach and content are incredibly creative Josie, mixing animation with fabulous feature shots. Your narration and humour are warm and funny. Love it. Thank you for putting so much into your content, and it’s clear to see that you do. Greetings from Scotland x
Came for the bus. Stayed for you and your amazing personality! Keep being you. Love your videos!
Watching your video is like watching a great mini series. Brilliant! You maybe take longer, but it’s also very funny and original. I love it!!!
Hope, someday you will get the 1 million viewers button. You deserve it!
Your video is the perfect balance of interesting and entertaining. Especially the « reality » little details of learning van life and learning to be a content creator. I enjoy both of your processes. Thank you from Canada!
I can wait moths for these type of QUALLITY videos. you are the
Just found you and what a story. Very entertaining and kept me watching to the end, thank you for the whimsy and all the little details 😊
I love these vlogs the edits are awesome and your personality and voice overs are great as well. The aesthetic of the van and views are so warm and cozy. Please never change or stop 🤍☺️
Your video gave me a similar feel as Micarah Towers’ videos. Very relaxing yet exciting, funny yet informative. But mostly, well edited! Thank you for putting in so much work to make a great video.😊😊
Your editing is professional compared to so many BIG youtubers I watch. I watched every second of this and couldn't look away from the beautiful scenery, life story, and of course Winnie. I'm so excited to see the content you create in the future
As someone who has gone through the struggles of YT video editing, I can totally relate but also you are absolutely amazing at it and it’s only taking you that long because you are doing a lot more editing than many youtubers out there who mostly do talking head shots. I love your creativity, I love the fun side, I love all the drawings and writings, I love watching all of it! ❤
Your videos are beautifully shot and edited. I love how quirky and fun they are. So glad that you have Winnie to keep you company. She's a real cutie! I'm already looking forward to your next video.
This is the most beautiful video ever!!! Thank you so much Josie for sharing and so excited to watch more. Watching your videos feels very real and authentic I absolutely love it. Thank you and take your time with uploads we will still be here to cheer you on!!!
First of all you had me at the VanTour! 💯❕Secondly and a very close tie for first is Winnie🐾🐶. I never am bored or tempted to click out while listening to your insightful commentary ☺️! I truly truly hope this works out for you and Queen Winnie! Oh oh btw your dancing 💃🏻 is beautiful and not going to lie that seeing Channing Tatum standing next to you 🤩wow ! Sincerely, Lynn “loyal follower!! Be safe and keep taking in as many beautiful views as possible!🥰🥰🥰
Absolutely one of the most interesting, honestly real, brilliant van lifers I have seen so far.
Thank you for sharing your journey with us
Much ❤
P. S. Your editing seems to be pretty darn good and you are by far one of the most interesting storytellers on youtube.
I love your video’s, Josie. It is real and honest, but you make it a pleasure to watch. I love the countryside where you are travelling, it is so beautiful. I prefer waiting for a video as you make them, rather than content just being churned out for the sake of making content. Thank you for taking us along on jour journey. Kind regards🌸
Thank you for the lovely video. I really enjoy the landscapes and your narration as it feels genuine and very down to earth. Good vibes and happy travels 🌻
Also, the fact you filmed your videos with your iPhone.. amazing job. 🔥
Ahahah phones are gréât !
Good luck with your travels Josie! May God bless you and keep you safe always! ❤❤❤
You're really living your dream. With the courage to change the lifestyle is already a great step. And yay, finally we get the updates🎉
Your a little breath of fresh air ive got a feeling that you've got a bright future on youtube ill be watching everytime you post a new video god bless you on your journey
Yey she dropped it ❤🎉
Yes!!!!! I found you in the middle of the night by accident! I’m loving your channel ❤
Your van is beyond gorgeous and your destinations are an absolute dream! Thank you and keep going! I’ll like and watch and comment so you can keep at it! Love from a Canadian Girl.
You are such an inspiration Josie! Can't wait to see your next adventures 😊
Thank you so much for watching💕💕
So proud of you and getting your content creator life working! The play button is such a big step!!!
@29:24 working smarter not harder means that simpler things are smarter. 🤙
OMG I genuinely love your style and attitude! And your videos! Bloody gorgeous! Keep up with the good work, girl! You are nailing it!
YAYY A NEW VID FROM JOSIEE❤