Our First Impressions of VAN LIFE in New Zealand (Queenstown to Milford Sound)

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  • @faredrop
    @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    🚨QUIZ TIME: I mentioned Eglinton Valley was an iconic filming location. Which well known film do you think I was referring to? Hint: Novel series turned very successful movie franchise.
    Don't forget to SIGN UP HERE to start saving money on your next trip: faredrop.app/yt_st-newzealand

    • @azelin27
      @azelin27 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      LOTR

    • @IAmAlive101
      @IAmAlive101 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      And not just that one. You drove along the Gates of Mordor on your way out of Queenstown.

    • @katieandjoeonthego
      @katieandjoeonthego หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Shocked you two did not go to Hobbiton lol

    • @ftw7026
      @ftw7026 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@katieandjoeonthegoIt's a bit of a tourist trap. Not really something you'd do if travelling on a budget

    • @katieandjoeonthego
      @katieandjoeonthego หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ftw7026Tourist trap or not, it’s 100% on our bucket list for NZ. 🧝 ⚔️ 💍 🌋

  • @goinggoing.backback
    @goinggoing.backback หลายเดือนก่อน +28

    I feel like, as an Aussie, I’m not supposed to acknowledge this but gosh, NZ is beautiful.

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Haha we won't tell 🤣

    • @de-nz4jp
      @de-nz4jp หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      As a kiwi that's travelled to Aussie a number of times, I am always enthusiastic about sharing all my amazing adventures in Australia.. our mates across the ditch...😉

    • @NigelAnderson-iu2bs
      @NigelAnderson-iu2bs หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      the weird thing is as a person born in the area i never really appreciated how amazing the scenery was, it was just normal

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      We feel like that back home when someone visit where we live. It's refreshing sometimes to see a different perspective than what you're used to.

    • @racheltalbot6345
      @racheltalbot6345 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      As a kiwi I think Australia is also a beautiful country with amazing people!

  • @elenasmith3527
    @elenasmith3527 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

    Kea birds are notorious for dismantling your car while you're off on a hike

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      We almost learned that the hard way

  • @nicolaelardo2795
    @nicolaelardo2795 หลายเดือนก่อน +38

    “Mind your business, we’re on a budget” ICONIC QUOTE

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      🤣🤣🤣

    • @Frank-rx8ch
      @Frank-rx8ch หลายเดือนก่อน

      Mind yor own bizniss

  • @SarahMcLellan-n7t
    @SarahMcLellan-n7t หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    Ahh! As a kiwi now living in Vancouver this was so so fun to watch. My husband and I eloped in Queenstown in 2021, while travelling in our ex-Jucy rental we bought post pandemic! HOWEVER, the biggest surprise was hearing our elopement video soundtrack (Go Far) used in this video - amazing, made us feel connected to home so thank you ❤

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Wait! Seriously! That's so cool

  • @ragthorn6757
    @ragthorn6757 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    I'd just like to say as a Kiwi my self! It's awesome to see other people from around the world come and enjoy what this country has to offer. Yall are missing out I'd you haven't visited!!
    You'll love your time here I promise 😊

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I will 100% back that up. It's a must visit

  • @CampbellTatham
    @CampbellTatham หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Brings back the good old days of kara and nate van life in NZ. the OG kara and nate van life

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      🙌

    • @soundtravels4348
      @soundtravels4348 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Like when someone tried to sell them weed at Hot Water Beach? 😂 crackup!

  • @hollylavigne8812
    @hollylavigne8812 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I don’t know if anyone is helping you with these videos but if not you guys are doing amazing!!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It's just us, and thank you!!

  • @davidanalyst671
    @davidanalyst671 หลายเดือนก่อน +45

    The footage from Milford sound was absolutely amazing. This video has 1 thousand views. Tell Kara and Nate to drop some ad money on this video, because you aren't going to get a better video than this. The view count does not reflect the quality of this video.

    • @davidanalyst671
      @davidanalyst671 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      the only thing that I can say I would have definitely done differently was look on the web for LOTR shooting scenes hahaha!!!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Thank you! Video just dropped today so it will hopefully keep growing. And yeah, I definitely looked up a lot of the filming locations. I cut a good deal of it in the edit. It's cool to see in person but wasn't really coming across in the edit

  • @bethseaton8540
    @bethseaton8540 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    I loved every second of this video. New Zealand has been on the top of my bucket list since I was a kid and it was so fun to watch you two explore! You're killing it with these videos - everything from the scenery and adventure to the honesty and humour is awesome. Can't wait to see more!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much. It's definitely one of those places I feel like everyone should have a chance to visit.

  • @Mel.H_
    @Mel.H_ หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Tony dancing at the end 😂😂😂

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      😂

  • @Nynke_K
    @Nynke_K หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    This trip looks AMAZING and having watched this video I feel like I've had fun hanging out with you! Also, I was going to suggest trying van life in more clement weather but then you had to go and suggest Iceland, Tony - that's so funny 😆

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Haha right. Suggesting one place with some of the most unpredictable weather

  • @grahamhartless4317
    @grahamhartless4317 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This is the first time I have watched one of your videos and i have to say that the filming quality is up there with the best.

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Wow, thanks!

  • @mierypesado6740
    @mierypesado6740 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great video and infectious enthusiasm from both of you. Thanks for putting effort into creating this video and for being wonderful, adventurous travelers :)

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @samantharule9934
    @samantharule9934 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Your twilight impersonation 😂😂😂

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      🤣 Tony said he didn't think anyone else would get this but me. Going to rub it in his face now 😌

  • @wanderrhea
    @wanderrhea 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I am sooo impressed with your driving skills in New Zealand

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      🙌🏽

  • @philpawson2458
    @philpawson2458 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    WOW! You have probably done more for tourism of NZ,especially the Sth Island, than anyone else could even dream of, Thank You, stay safe & come back again, SOON!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for welcoming us!

  • @amandamartelli8811
    @amandamartelli8811 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The communal goods are such a good idea, a great way to stop unnecessary waste!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Exactly!

  • @teaganjoanparke
    @teaganjoanparke หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    The twilight blooper was gold!

    • @teaganjoanparke
      @teaganjoanparke หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ok and tony's dance moves ahahahah

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We were going to do one or the other. Then we said let's keep them both lol

  • @deliveringwithapurpose
    @deliveringwithapurpose หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Loving the dynamic between the two of you & your adventures so far are fabulous....🎉

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks!!

  • @lizzyp679
    @lizzyp679 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    😂 I love your humor! That van was indeed super inconspicuous.... 😂

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Right! 🤣

  • @StaceyQuinn-uv1xq
    @StaceyQuinn-uv1xq หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Really enjoying watching you guys! 😊

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks so much! 😊

  • @Sandyde321
    @Sandyde321 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great video and chanel. I'm new Zealander born and bred. I haven't been to Milford sounds yet. You have inspired me 😊. Thank you....and I must look up Juicy campervans.

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It's definitely worth a visit in our opinion!

  • @heathertipper763
    @heathertipper763 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I really enjoyed this trip. Milford Sound is special & you captured it beautifully. It is best when raining & the drive in is just as amazing.
    Well done on taking full coverage insurance & bring prepared with chains.
    I'm glad you enjoyed your time in New Zealand.

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      We did! Normally I'd say it sucked that it rained a bunch, but in this case it made the trip even better

  • @carlalemoine8007
    @carlalemoine8007 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You guys are so funny! Love watching your videos!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks so much!!

  • @andreandrews571
    @andreandrews571 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    As a Kiwi I’ve got to admit we live in a pretty special place in the world but we just take it for granted

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      I feel like most people could say that about their own backyard. Seeing a different perspective from someone who hasn't seen it before can be refreshing

  • @RMe0t7
    @RMe0t7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Vegemite spread thin on buttered toast with avocado is yum yes vegemite is salty tasting so don’t add salt but try at least once

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for the tip!

  • @KarloHiriwa-oz9id
    @KarloHiriwa-oz9id หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I've watched too many of these nz travel videos... this has the nicest footage

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! 🙌🏽

  • @moanawalters945
    @moanawalters945 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    As a kiwi in N.Z thank you for your beautiful words.

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for being so welcoming

  • @Carolina-ux1sz
    @Carolina-ux1sz หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Welcome to our little slice of NZ. Loved your energy in your vid and have subscribed for more. 😎From a very proud kiwi ❤️❤️(And adored the piece showing the very naughty little keas - your van got off lightly😂)

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! We definitely got off lucky. Those birds were savage 😃

  • @llorttaf
    @llorttaf หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Short trip but you packed in quite a lot. Glad you enjoyed yourselves.

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      We did! Thank you

  • @sausagesizzler649
    @sausagesizzler649 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    As a north islander that lived and travelled in the south island for a year this video still surprised me as to how beautiful it is down there.

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      It's unbelievable and we only went to one part. Can't wait to go back

  • @BigDog-jt7dv
    @BigDog-jt7dv หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I just lost my best friend couple weeks ago this video really help take my mind off everything. No polar plunge in that beautiful lake booo jk . Keep up the great work you two are amazing!!!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Sorry for your loss. Glad we could ease that if only a little. And yeah I'd have done it if our van had heat 😅

  • @riley-zd6sm
    @riley-zd6sm 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    honestly, growing up seeing those Jucy vans was so iconic! So glad you guys rented from them aha!!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      They really stand out there. brilliant marketing to go green

  • @JohnandJennifersAdventure
    @JohnandJennifersAdventure หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I LOOOOOVE the communal pantry!!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      It was clutch!

  • @nyreegardner61
    @nyreegardner61 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So glad you guys got to do these vids! Achievable trips and ground level budget info. Thanks and look forward to the next one 🤩

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Appreciate this, thank you!

  • @cynthiakieper9380
    @cynthiakieper9380 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Your best video yet! Your personalities are so fun! Tell Tony we want more of him in front of camera. We like to see you both!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Will do!! He's the videographer. I barely know how to set it up for video, but we'll work something out. Maybe set up the tripod more for shots

  • @ncubesays
    @ncubesays หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Travelling vicariously through you both is such a treat! Very well jel!!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for coming along!

  • @karynconner7478
    @karynconner7478 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’m so pleased or enjoyed our beautiful Milford sound. I’m a southlander & so happy you loved it. The underwater observatory is so amazing

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      We loved every minute of it!

  • @ronniethompson7464
    @ronniethompson7464 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks for visiting nz hope yus enjoy yrself

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      We did!

  • @placesonthelist
    @placesonthelist หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Just spent the month of May in New Zeeland. 23 days in a Campervan, 7 in hotels, Started in Christchurch and drove all the way to Auckland. Mostly stayed in Powered campsites to have an electric heater going at night. We had a sunny day in Milford Sound and the dolphins showed up too.

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Sounds like such a memorable trip. How was Christchurch?

    • @placesonthelist
      @placesonthelist หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@faredropWe visited the Botanical Gardens, went punting on the river, rode the old trolley all around the town and saw the earthquake museum.

  • @rogerb4436
    @rogerb4436 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    So glad you liked your trip to my home. It's very beautiful but as you found out, it's definitely NOT cheap bit you have to realize that we are an island nation at the bottom of the world. Stay Safe.

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      This is true, which is why we'll never complain. We had an understanding of what we might spend, and honestly it was under that expectation which was great!

    • @amandamartelli8811
      @amandamartelli8811 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@faredropI was definitely surprised when you said the groceries were cheaper than the US.

  • @judiwilson7
    @judiwilson7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’ve been waiting for this video. Love love NZ! I had a similar experience in Milford Sound- lots of rain, pretty windy on the cruise, lots of waterfalls. Gorrrrrgeous! I’d go back in a second! In spite of the hella long flight time from east coast USA. Great video guys, keep going!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks! Feeling exactly the same way about going back!

  • @melaniebeckham7428
    @melaniebeckham7428 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    wow... that was stunning!! I loved it and I love to watch you guys as well.

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks so much!! It really was so stunning there!

  • @glugunkwen
    @glugunkwen หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Just loving your videos! As someone who drives college students around the US midwest, I recognize your "van madness" in the ending clips - LOL!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      lmao. It's like that sometimes. Just got to let the energy go 🤣

  • @JaneseCarstens
    @JaneseCarstens หลายเดือนก่อน

    I loved my time in New Zealand! I hiked the Milford Sound trek and it’s one of my favorites!! ❤❤

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That sounds fun. We thought about doing that hike. How difficult was it?

    • @JaneseCarstens
      @JaneseCarstens หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@faredrop Not really hard IMO. I’m a larger short person and there was only one day that was up and down 1100 meters. I came from the Te Anua side so the first day was an hour walk to the first cabin, second day essentially flat in the valley, third day was up and over a saddle, and the fourth day was downhill to the boat dock. Transportation is only by boat both ways. Best 36 mile hike ever!

  • @scrapper6928
    @scrapper6928 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You two are so cute! I really enjoy watching you both! :)

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks!!!

  • @superdude2143
    @superdude2143 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Loved this video! Good choice to spend most of your time in the south island, it's the best down here! We live in Christchurch and have a van that we take on weekend trips around all the time. It's on our list to do a Milford Sound cruise but last time we were down that way we had our dog with us and you can't take dogs into Fiordland National park. Watching this video has us searching up cruises and making plans so thanks guys!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      That's awesome. We want to make it to Christchurch someday, any recommendations?

  • @kiwigirljacks
    @kiwigirljacks หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Loved the video! Shame you didn’t get more time to stay in Queenstown itself. It’s a beautiful resort town. ❤

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We arrived when it was kind of sleepy, but leaving out it was so lively down. By the water. We'll definitely be back

  • @azuwaharis
    @azuwaharis หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a beautiful trip!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      It was!

  • @F0RTY4
    @F0RTY4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Totally enjoyed your visit in NZ, hope you go back, absolutely awesome.

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I hope so too!

  • @alastairdow4400
    @alastairdow4400 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Keas are well known for removing window rubbers and being very destructive

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nearly found out the hard way!

  • @Newzelandlife5487
    @Newzelandlife5487 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Great video 😊❤

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you! 🤗

  • @seenaylors
    @seenaylors หลายเดือนก่อน

    love your guys editing it makes your guys videos so much better than other youtube content that do similar videos.
    love the series here in NZ overall glad you guys loved our home.

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you like it! Thank you.

  • @misslucy2428
    @misslucy2428 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I lived on the South Island for six months in 2023, I miss it soo much. Glad you got to enjoy it!! Really enjoyed these videos. You guys are doing great!!!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks. We'd love to live there for a while

  • @vpc9790
    @vpc9790 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Welcome!
    Great video!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you very much!

  • @lehbatpkii4648
    @lehbatpkii4648 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Tony, you’re a Ravens fan!!!
    Subscribed! 💜🖤💜🖤

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      you know it!

  • @cloud9curls
    @cloud9curls หลายเดือนก่อน

    sara sitting at the table at the end of the boat ride into milford sound toook me outttttt 🤣🤣 yall are too funny 😂😂❤❤ love the videos!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      🤣 love when we have little moments like that and we get it on camera

  • @Lokeibea
    @Lokeibea หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    If you want to live here for a couple years get a work holiday visa use one wage to pay rent use the other wage to go on adventures, also to say Maori properly try saying it like like the Bread has gone "moldy" Maori XOXOX love this content and thank you for loving Aotearoa New Zealand this is what we are about

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for the tips!

  • @denisekent1658
    @denisekent1658 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Loved seeing your trip to New Zealand! You've definitely inspired me to put that on my bucket list!! ❤

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      It's worth it!

  • @nathanstepp86
    @nathanstepp86 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    If you even remotely enjoyed van life then you have to do Iceland it was amazing!! Doing that last year made me plan my NZ trip for this year!!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Funny you should mention that...

  • @valw5059
    @valw5059 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You two are so much fun! Tony, I get why you love New Zealand. It has been added to my dream travel list! I need to see that ice blue river and Milford Sound in the rain! I hope we don’t have to wait two weeks for your next video!! ❤

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hey, thanks! Right! It's so amazing. Few places can beat it if you ask me. We haven't been to Iceland or Switzerland yet, but I imagine they can compete with how incredible the landscapes are

  • @cherisepatterson6961
    @cherisepatterson6961 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I get so excited everytime I see a new video on your channel!! 😀

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yay! Thank you!

  • @yootoobnz8109
    @yootoobnz8109 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am a Kiwi in my sixties, and I can definitely say, that for a couple who could only spend a few days in NZ, you both did an excellent job of choosing your South Island itinerary. You two are naturals, both in front of and behind the camera, just beautiful and entertaining viewing. You actually walked within 200 metres of my place, small world huh? Come back soon :-)

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We will! It is a small world. And thank you for watching and welcoming us!

  • @thecongenital3035
    @thecongenital3035 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Those birds wreck cars😂😂😂😂

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      I believe it!

  • @NigelAnderson-iu2bs
    @NigelAnderson-iu2bs หลายเดือนก่อน

    its nice seeing my backyard being shown to the world, i grew up in the area and still work in te anau 1 week a month, also work across in west arm manapouri where the hydro power station is, and during covid there were only 3 humans and the Keas were everywhere, wondering where the humans had gone, ( during lockdown) and they were amazingly friendly and curious, was fun working with 4 of them following me around

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      They are really interesting creatures. Clearly very smart

    • @NigelAnderson-iu2bs
      @NigelAnderson-iu2bs หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@faredrop oh absolutely, if a cars left unattended near the Milford road tunnel they will rip wiper blades off cars or attack the plastic trim, they are mischievous critters, the weka are similar in the bush if you are camped they will come into camp and pinch anything Shiny, we have some cool birds, I'm lucky enough to have a tree outside my house that attracts Tui's and there birdsong is incredible and beautiful birds, and we get native wood pigeons as well which are big birds but during summer get drunk off berries and become a hazard

  • @natw842
    @natw842 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Amazing views !! Loved it !🦋🙏🏼🤍

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Right! The views were incredible!

  • @LuandChan
    @LuandChan หลายเดือนก่อน

    The view at 11:30!! Wowow 😮😮 Loved this vid!! 🎉

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      The views were so ridiculous!

  • @bryanbadger6841
    @bryanbadger6841 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Sara and Tony. Yep we squash a lot into the South Island. Not sure if you mentioned it, but fun fact for you. The South Island has a greater land mass than the other island.
    And yet, Auckland up there has a bigger population on it's own, than the whole of the South Island. Btw Sara, don't talk so fast. Even the Close Captions couldn't keep up with you. Great footage. We have a great country. Thank you for the upload. Enjoy your time.

  • @vickimcmillan3705
    @vickimcmillan3705 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Excellent guys 🎉🎉..👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤️❤️❤️

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you! 😃

  • @gracienewman8919
    @gracienewman8919 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Totally enjoyed this video, as it was on my all-time bucket list of places to visit. I visited New Zealand in 2003 but we only went to the north island, Auckland and Rotorua, which was wonderful but only whetted the appetite. P.S. You kids are a joy to watch, you do a fantastic job, keep up the good work. Thank you.

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks you for watching. Your first trip there sounds like Tony's first time there. Hope you get to make your way to the South Island one day

  • @Aramoonstaz
    @Aramoonstaz หลายเดือนก่อน

    LOOOL THE TWILIGHT MOMENT! ✨

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      lmao so happy so many people got that

  • @cookinginthecucinawithrose2214
    @cookinginthecucinawithrose2214 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a beautiful country ❤❤❤
    Embrace van life. So many places to explore.
    Looking forward to next video❤❤❤❤

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I'm coming around to the idea lol. Thanks

    • @cookinginthecucinawithrose2214
      @cookinginthecucinawithrose2214 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@faredropI'm sure Kara and Nate could give you some real good tips 😉

  • @gordowg1wg145
    @gordowg1wg145 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Cool, and it may have been down to time constraints, but next time you really should take "The Overlander" train trip at least one way, it's in two parts - Auckland to Wellington, across on the ferry, and from Picton(?) South

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for the tip

  • @Monique-Atlas
    @Monique-Atlas 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    That's my home town (Queenstown)!!! I hope you two enjoyed your time there 🖤

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      We did! Loved it. Going to come back at some point and go from Queenstown to Christchurch or vice versa. Any recommendations?

    • @Monique-Atlas
      @Monique-Atlas 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@faredrop Definitely the Clay Cliffs in Omarama its a few dollars in a honesty box to visit and was another LOTR's filming location and Lake Tekapo to stop by The Church of the Good Shepherd and there is a Holiday Park at the lake's edge which is a good stop if you wanted to split up the drive overnight as Lake Tekapo also has one of the best stargazing locations. But overall the views through the Mackenzie Basin are beautiful :) flat planes around twizel with mountain surrounding

  • @Mel.H_
    @Mel.H_ หลายเดือนก่อน

    This one was epic, y'all! Well done 👏 ❤❤❤

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks!

  • @andreandrews571
    @andreandrews571 หลายเดือนก่อน

    As a Kiwi I’ve got to admit we live in a pretty special place in the world but we just take it for granted
    Kea’s are naughty birds they create havoc

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Agree on both points

  • @carinawissel5068
    @carinawissel5068 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You neeeed to go back there someday!!! So much more to explore, on both islands. Can make it super budget Friendly with house sitting or wwoofing (great farm experiences and lovely people). Love your Videos, you're doing a great job and have such positive vibes. Keep on posting ❤

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for the tips! We should looking into house sitting and woofing there. That would be interesting

  • @waverleyb2443
    @waverleyb2443 หลายเดือนก่อน

    fare drop

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      ❤️

  • @mylenalarochelle8877
    @mylenalarochelle8877 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was such a fun video to watch 🤩 you guys are the best

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      🙌🏽 thank you!

  • @kristenexpedition5287
    @kristenexpedition5287 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    TimTams!!!! Best thing about living in NZ hands down

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We just found out they sell them in the US

    • @raldrmt
      @raldrmt หลายเดือนก่อน

      They’re Australian 😂

  • @MaryJaneRowland-ix2pq
    @MaryJaneRowland-ix2pq หลายเดือนก่อน

    Loved the video. You're an adorable couple!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you!! 😊

  • @RadiantInc
    @RadiantInc หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    OMG this video was epic! I want to do this exact trip now. It sort of reminds me of Alaska (which I love).

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You should! I've only been to Alaska briefly, but it is a bit like that in some regards. Thinking about a road trip in Alaska

    • @RadiantInc
      @RadiantInc หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@faredrop I would love to watch a video with you guys road tripping around Alaska! We rented an RV last summer and had a blast. Our favorite spot was Homer AK. So good!

  • @marias8007
    @marias8007 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    nice "kia ora"! 👍

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Lots of practiced and even then I wasn't sure if I had gotten it right 😅

  • @cheydallg1
    @cheydallg1 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So far I’ve watched every video posted and i love you guys! Especially showing something that price wise can be realistic for my pockets! But i think if Tony gets in the right van he may like van life.

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks. That's always our goal to show people you can travel without breaking the bank. But you think so? His idea of the perfect van is...have you ever seen A Goofy Movie? You know the RV that Pete and PJ roll up in. His van build would look something like that 🤣

    • @cheydallg1
      @cheydallg1 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@faredrop 🤣🤣 I’ve literally seen one pretty similar earlier this year! It was pretty nice with all the 70s colors too but it felt a bit tight for my liking.

  • @gregnz1
    @gregnz1 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Welcome to Kiwiland,
    Raglan is my Beach, Beach, the Beach, i regret not learning to Surf,
    like Elvis did in his Movies,
    please Visit the Mountain Tops in Mount Te Aroha, and Mount Pirongia,
    its a local Maori story about them, if thats a theme?
    Waitomo, has lots of free stuff near by.
    Enjoy the Spring, thats a Mount Te Aroha Sunrise,

  • @teedimi9539
    @teedimi9539 หลายเดือนก่อน

    beautiful vlog of New Zealand

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you!

  • @katieandjoeonthego
    @katieandjoeonthego หลายเดือนก่อน

    Another fantastic video, NZ is stunning!
    Fish & Chips and van life is a bold choice!
    By chance, did you two try New Zealand Style Ice Cream? It's so good.

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Very bold. NO! What is that??

    • @katieandjoeonthego
      @katieandjoeonthego หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@faredrop some fancy machine that swirls fresh fruit and ice cream together in the perfect mixture! Another reason to go back to NZ!

  • @heathersmiliekiwi8528
    @heathersmiliekiwi8528 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Summer van life … so much better

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It might be

  • @taffyragan7694
    @taffyragan7694 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You guys are so stinking adorable! :)

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      ❤️

  • @louiselessels117
    @louiselessels117 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    That fish and chips looked okay, but ive seen bigger fish at my local.
    Good video.

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  27 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks

  • @dreamcyclem
    @dreamcyclem หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    “a flat rock & a sandal” 😂😂😂

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      half-hearted attempts were made. 🤣

  • @josiegardiner
    @josiegardiner 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Love you video

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  27 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you!

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  27 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you!

  • @sharairodriguez3388
    @sharairodriguez3388 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Ravens fan? Say less. Subscribed.

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      you know it!

  • @joshhenery274
    @joshhenery274 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    In summer it is light by 6am and dosen't get dark till 10pm

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      🤯

    • @joshhenery274
      @joshhenery274 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@faredrop yea it's only a few months we have short days

  • @karinkereama
    @karinkereama หลายเดือนก่อน

    Kia Ora Sara and Tony. Great travel vlog. Mauri Ora .

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Kia Ora, Thank you for welcoming us into beautiful Aotearoa!

    • @karinkereama
      @karinkereama หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@faredrop Our whānau love your Vlogs. Thank you for showing love to our land, mountains, water, nature, people & culture. May you return to Aotearoa again soon! ♥️

  • @marias8007
    @marias8007 หลายเดือนก่อน

    that Jucy pantry is a great idea

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      right!

  • @reneecrombie4808
    @reneecrombie4808 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m from New Zealand and the kia bird are known for there checky personality there are sign’s everywhere because of that and it’s warning not to feed them as they can take your fingers off 😂 they are known to take cars apart just cause they can

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ah I thought it was because they become dependent and wreck your car like how monkeys steal your stuff for food. Never even closed my mind that they could take a finger. Good thing we like to follow rules.

    • @philpawson2458
      @philpawson2458 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@faredrop They wont actually harm humans,BUT they will tear of your window seal from your windscreen just for fun & they love coloured electical wiring too!

  • @kelseykilmon1291
    @kelseykilmon1291 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Go Vens!!! 💜

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ravens Flock!

  • @RSDS222
    @RSDS222 หลายเดือนก่อน

    We looked into this but at $370 a day it was a pass from us. It was cheaper to just book hotels or Airbnb's and get a rental car for the week.

    • @faredrop
      @faredrop  หลายเดือนก่อน

      $370 a day?😱 Ours was like $78 a day! We paid 700 for the entire week with snow chains and insurance added on

    • @RSDS222
      @RSDS222 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@faredrop oh wow. Well I guess that's the price difference of summer vs winter there. I think the minivan one was about 135 NZD per day with insurance.