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Just waiting 1-2 years - when ALL those beautiful Sprinters, etc. that so many folks purchased during the pandemic, end up sitting unused in driveways for a year. Then they will sell, and I will have the money to purchase! Why buy new, when so many people are quitting??? Thanks for the keys... I've been planning this for 5 years, way before stupid covid. I'm coming for their unused dreams. And they can stay home. DEAL! Just banking the $$ and waiting patiently... A chick with a man and a plan!
We are a family of SIX... and have been full time since 2015 (that's when we sold the house and officially went full time). I've seen a LOT of people come and go. Most people who quit do so in the first year. In my observation (and after talking with many who have quit) it's due to several reasons: 1 - Don't full time if you think it's all roses and adventures. If you don't have a firm grasp on reality you'll find that the reality of life will catch up with you... and quickly. Sites will not always be "perfect" to your taste... repairs, repairs, repairs is a way of life... BE FLEXIBLE (or you'll go mad) as things happen (blown tire; engine issues; weather; family emergency causes change of plans, etc.). In other words, if you think that life is going to be magical and worry-free, like you see all those TH-cam videos of 20-somethings carting around the states -- you might get a hard smack of reality, quick. 2 - DO NOT TREAT IT LIKE A VACATION. This actually should be the number 1 reason people quit. I've seen more people than I can remember who have started off strong and passionate about full time RVing, only to gladly give it up within the first year -- and it's almost always due to burn-out. The problem is that they treated it like a vacation. Don't (unless you're made of money and have nothing else to do with your time). RVing is about slowing down and enjoying what is right in front of you. If you race from Point A to Point B to Point C as fast as you can to try to "fit it all in"... you're going to burn out. This isn't a 1-week vacation... this is a LIFESTYLE. How many of us have come back from a 1 or 2 week vacation exhausted, claiming that we now need a vacation from our vacation? That's the point. Slow down... take your time. You do NOT have to see every silly tourist attraction on the map (most of them are junk anyway -- simply created by a marketing engine to claim your cash)... and NO, you are NOT missing out if you go to an area and miss seeing the 'sights'. The 'sights' are right in front of you, not behind some ticket booth. Besides -- you should be running around with the mentality that you WILL BE BACK... so leave something for your future trips. Pull out the chair... enjoy some coffee as the sun rises... take a nap... whatever. Many of us work remotely nowadays, so treat your day like you would at the office or home office, and consider yourself "on vacation' after you punch out for the day. 3 - MONEY. This has a LOT to do with #2... as people who start out really seem to think that they need to go to every mom-n-pop restaurant in every town they visit or they're somehow not "doing it right'. Eat good, but eat cheap -- at 'home'. Sure, it's nice to splurge on a restaurant here and there... but you're likely going to have more fun inviting other campers to your site and share some steak, veggies, beer, tea, or whatever with meaningful conversations about life, your lifestyle, and all the beauty that is around you. Buy yourself a good SMALL pellet smoker (like a table-top Traeger, although that's the most expensive brand) and you'll find that a pellet smoker has the ease of a gas grill (although it is a little slower) with almost none of the mess of a charcoal setup. Just turn a dial and enjoy some of the best food you've had it a long time (seriously -- those pellet smokers can make everything taste amazing -- with almost no effort at all). I mention a pellet smoker simply because once you've experience food cooked at the RV on one of those, and it might ruin you for most restaurants (saving you a lot of money). As far as the other reasons people quit -- it's usually related to one of the three above. As far as overall expense -- like fuel prices... see items 2 and 3 above. Slow down. Stay in one location 1 to 4 weeks. Seriously. Moving too often really burns people out. You need time to relax and unwind. And slowing down will reduce your fuel bill by spreading it out over time. When you're ready to go, make sure you're not traveling more than 2-4 hours to your next destination, if possible. Just because you want to make that next highly-marketed made-up tourist destination on the map doesn't mean there aren't a thousand equally awesome places to see along the way (they're just not marketed, and therefore not as crowded and likely don't have a ticket booth in front of them). Make friends at the campground instead of lining up to by tickets for a statue you can't even get close to. As far as campground prices getting higher and higher -- that's just the price of inflation. Things aren't cheaper in a house... they're just different. Consider a camping program, like Thousand Trails. I've personally stayed at various campgrounds from the West Coast to the East Coast utilizing Thousand Trails along the way... which really offset our camping costs. Sure, the high end memberships will cost a lot up front, but once that cost is paid for you'll find that you can go an entire year on VERY LITTLE. Not every place has a Thousand Trails that we can use... and we're members of other associations... but those programs save us enough money that we can really splurge on a killer site (like the Florida Keys) and still come out way ahead. Just because the RV park in the middle of the city is charging a crazy amount each night doesn't mean that's your only option. And if you're focused on the central and west part of the states, the dry camping (some people call it 'boondocking') is everywhere, so long as it fits your style. Anyway... thought I'd add my $0.02 to help with the topic. Enjoyed the video.
I was on board with you until you started emphasizing inviting other campers over and making friends!🤣🤮 that’s the last thing I’d be doing as an RV-er!
One thing that is probably important to mention and not all people who embark on full-time RVing can do this, but they should always keep a homebase that they OWN if they can. If someone started RVing before housing costs soared into the stratosphere they may find affordable housing out of reach now and monthly rental costs are also out of sight in many areas too. This would force people getting out the full-time RV life to have to seek shelter that is really not what they had bargained for.
Thank you for these golden nuggets! RVing has become a trend bit not realizing some people literally have no where else to live and this is the beat option. I didn't realize inflation is hitting people in RVs
I started out living in a 24 ft travel trailer full time out of necessity. No where to go and no money to go with... beat a homeless camp. Finally won my VA Disability and was able to upgrade to a 40 ft motorhome (4 slides) and ordered a brand new car. That was just over 3 years ago. Never thought about packing it in and getting out because I love my RV, I'm VERY handy with making many of my own repairs (plumbing, electrical, construction if needed, etc) and I love doing them (don't love when things NEED to be fixed but I love fixing them when it happens). I'm a 68 year old female traveling alone with 4 cats. BEST THING I EVER DID: solar just this past November. Sure, I'll be paying for it for several years to come but I have to tell you... I don't NEED campgrounds anymore. I can park anywhere I want (BLM land is free!) and still live very comfortably. If you are going to be full time, I highly suggest getting a solar set up. Yep, it's expensive but damn... It's already paid for itself in what would have been campground costs. "Don't Be Afraid Of the Path, Be Afraid Of Not Moving Forward". Don't know who said it but it's gold. Friends and family keep asking me where I'm going next and I tell them I have no idea and I'm in no hurry to get there. Life is good! Happy travels, everybody!
Wow you are truly an inspiration. I wonder if loneliness is ever an issue as I also traveled full time on the road on BLM lands as a single woman. I didn’t like the isolation after a few months and I am much younger.
Thanks for this input. I'm going to try charging the battery with the alternator or even a second alternator. Solar panels aren't stealthy in urban settings. People can see from two storey houses and apartment buildings. I'm living in a TINY off-grid cabin at the moment with propane and only self-contained solar lightbulbs, radio, exterior lighting, etc. I basically want a bedroom on wheels because I'll be working most of the time.
My hubby & I were full-time RV retirement lifestyle for 11 1/2 yrs. (spring 2011 - July 2022) We loved it and yes we knew about the downfalls. Over time, we got older & so did the rig. We were always looking for our "forever" home once we had to quit RVing. So when we arrived in western Kentucky, we found the place for us. The cost of living, the cost of repairs to the rig vs. her value, age & stress of driving, difficulty's in finding campsite,... made it easy to hang up the keys and resettle.
I’ve been RVing since the early 1970s and am considering getting out of RVing just because it’s so popular now. Back then you never needed reservations. State parks are now loud party atmospheres where people travel in groups of 5 or 6 families and nobody’s watching their kids or pets and quiet time is for other people.
Same with camping and canoeing. It's so crowded now that it's more relaxing staying home. Everyone is there to party, not to enjoy nature and it's views.
I’ve been noticing that as well. People playing loud music, large groups of people just partying. It’s becoming harder & harder to find some peace in the outdoors.
We used to camp in campgrounds in Alaska along with back country canoeing and everywhere it got crowded. Being 69 I built a remote cabin accessible by snowmachine or off road vehicle. We can go out there for weeks and see not see anyone. Going out this weekend with the youngsters in their 40s.
Last time that we camped at a state park in Northern California there was a group partying and smoking pot. The whole area stunk of pot. Not a fun experience. Happened a couple of times before but not as bad. :(
Thats why you need to boondock and be in the middle of nowhere. In park I often ended up with the guy that bought the cheapest gunny he could get that was louder that a standard lawnmower and he'd want to run it ALL NIGHT.
You guys hit the nails on the head...we fulled timed from 2019-2022 and prices have doubled or even tripled in some places if you can find any spaces. When we did the math, it was cheaper to travel overseas than full time RV in the USA. Great content! - Lance and Jenny
Thanks so much Lance and Jenny! Frustrating to hear about the crazy RV life price increases since 2019. Are you planning to travel overseas, or are you still RVing full time?
@jbar518 you're correct, and those RVs get horrible gas mileage, you're pretty much confined to RV parks, select campsites and Walmart parking lots....they think they bought freedom but they really strapped a ball and chain to their ankle......some people buy a 100,000 RV and only end up driving to the same ol place every summer...just buy a summer house there, it would be cheaper in the long run....and when you don't want it anymore it will sell for way more than the depreciated value of the RV.....RVs don't hold value well.
I was just talking with my wife about selling everything and hitting the road. I’m retired so my SS would be coming in monthly to help cover expenses. I first thought about buying a used diesel pusher. Seems I could find a reasonably priced one for about $50K. Then started following people on TH-cam doing RVing full time. They were all a big help in opening my eyes to what to expect. I was surprised by the cost of it! Having a great partner is also very important. Perhaps mandatory. Most of them were great with each other and humor was also very important. Regardless of that the cost still come. I was surprised by the amount of maintenance required and the cost of it. So much surprised that I realized this sounds great but reality is often worse than the fantasy. Then I switched my thinking to traveling around the world and staying for 2-3 months in different countries. Rent an apartment or house and taking in the ambiance. Again probably dreaming but some countries are very affordable. My wife is from the Philippines and we have travelled to Thailand before and loved our 2 month stay in Chang Mai. Street food was so affordable and tasted so good we never cooked in our apartment. We walked a lot too and didn’t mostly sight seeing which was easier because everything was new and magnificent. It was like being in a National Geographic show. During our walk there were massages available for $3.00 . They started recognizing us at several places because we frequently stopped by. We definitely wanted to do that again and visited Vietnam, Cambodia and different places in the Philippines. My wife still needs more convincing because she also loves where we live in Florida. I’m getting my knee replacement in April then the conversation and discussions will be more serious. .
I’m a full timer since 2017 in a converted Chevy Express. The last 2-3 years have been a nightmare but all these state parks, private RV parks will soon be begging for business as RV sales and usage continues to cool down. The pendulum will swing the opposite direction as it always does. I’m hopeful things will improve over the next 2-5 years. I just bought a truck and truck camper with the hope of doing more boon-docking in areas that were previously inaccessible in my big extended body 2WD van. I love the lifestyle, but will say I’m lucky in that I’m a travel nurse so I can park at the hospital at night and do local exploration on my days off. I’m very grateful for the ability to be able to park in the lot and never do anything other than pull up at night, park, and go to bed. No pulling out the lounge chair or firing up the bar-b-que! Lack of respect is one of the reasons over night parking is so restricted now. 😢
Sometimes a change in lifestyle is meant to be forever, and sometimes, just for a season. When you are old and looking back, you will be glad for the memories.
I lived RV, not by choice. 2010-2012. I follow your post. I have flash back of being homeless than. Not a good homeless. I’m in an awesome place today. I watch, because you show the flip side of RV/camping. What I grew up with. Love the place’s you feature that my family took me to as a kid. Thank you. Your post’s is stomping out the memories of 2010-2012. 😊
You two are my favorite RV full timers! So happy to hear you are not quitting. I am taking notes on how y’all do it because just finding a random place to sleep would not be for me and my husband! Keep on showing us the best way to full time RV! ❤
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We aren't thinking of quitting but we are slowing down ... 😮💨 The reason: AGE. Our driver of the family (Ray) is turning 71 and it seems, for sure, that 80 will be the limit for him, if not sooner. Ironically, when you can best AFFORD both a home base and to RV a lot more, the years to do it are a lot less. So, please, take it from us, don't wait. Be creative, think out-of-the-box, and figure out a way to RV if that's what you want to do! (and, after 28 years of RVing, we heartily recommend it!)
I'm 72 and my hubby is 82. We've been traveling the country for the past 24 years - but not full time. We still have our sticks and bricks home but spend the winters in Florida and have been coast to coast 6 times. This is the first year we won't be camping anymore (just sold our 40 ft 5th wheel and our F350) due to my husband's severe arthritis and multiple back surgeries. Although I can do everything in our 5th wheel - including driving, backing up and parking, along with all the other chores, we decided now is the time. I will miss the adventure but we have many memories.
@@sharonwalicek7246 yes, that is in line with what we have found talking with other RVers. You are us in 10 years. We know you are going to miss it. Maybe you can still go a few times a year with the preset RVs, cabins, yurts, etc. at many campgrounds.
We are in year 3 of FT. Many of the price increases you mention would affect us even if we were in a sticks and bricks…i.e. the avian flu driving up egg prices, and general inflation pressures. So, we are still loving this life! One suggestion for those looking for long term stays, i.e., over a summer or winter season, is to volunteer to work in a National Park, Forest Service or BLM site. We’re staying free in FHU sites from LaborDay thru March at two different locations in Arizona…working a few days a week as volunteers, learning lots of new stuff, and not burning any fuel. Once spring comes, we’ll hit the road again. Enjoy your Ekko, I love your energy levels.
@@ajf5823 Getting a free space is like getting paid for it. You stay 7 days a week & work 2 days. Not a bad trade off. Of course what job & hours? would be my question
I'm not full-time but have been RVing for about 20 years and the traffic is getting to the point where driving is taking your life in your hands. Just came back to Pennsylvania from Tennessee up Interstate 81 and had several close calls due to road rage idiots passing me on the shoulder of the road and even equipment falling off of a truck at 70 miles an hour. Traffic gets worse all the time making traveling more stressful instead of relaxing.
I know the feeling been trucking 30 years west coast mainly local. Use to be a nice ride up to Vegas now you have people speed up do wild crap ya I can only imagine r.n
We try to stay off interstates and use back roads. Not full time but travel in our Nissan van with a sleeping platform. Used to travel in a Tundra with a camper shell for 4 months at a time. Love every minute of it!
100%agree on having a home base Especially as I get older I have a 45ft 5th wheel that I park permanently in an RV Park and a 24ft travel trailer for my journeys
Are you talking about having a house somewhere or a piece of land? I have a friend that is in the process of buying a lot for his RV because the cost of lot rent has gone crazy.
Being 34, single with no kids, and only pets, the pros of full time RVing definitely outweigh the cons. I have 3 years until retirement and then I'm committing. Prices will be high regardless of what you do, except gas. That's naturally going to be more expensive if you travel alot. Luckily I have friends all across the country to visit if I need a break, but I'm used to living alone and being away from people, that it probably won't bother me as much as others.
on disability, divorced, kids are living their own lives now and starting to consider van life. been watching various youtube channels but focusing on the negative aspect videos at the moment
Y'all hit the nail on the head! The skyrocketing costs of full timing is the main reason we moved out of the States. We stopped full timing and moved to Ecuador and couldn't be happier!
Thanks, we would love to visit Ecuador some day, looks beautiful. What city are you living in? We have spent quite a bit of time in Peru, but have not been to Ecuador yet.
@@LetsTurnItUpWorld Ecuador works better for us. Uses the U.S. dollar, so no currency exchange, cheaper than Mexico or Panama, and year round perfect weather.
I'm considering RV/van life because I can't afford housing anymore. I'm really nervous about getting rid of all my stuff, having to buy a used rig, taking care of 2 kittens, and not taking long, hot showers lol. This life is seriously calling my name, though!
I second that information about Planet Fitness and gyms. I go to the YMCA twice a week to wash my very long hair and it’s heavenly. I can stand in the shower for 30 minutes and the water pressure is fantastic and it’s unlimited hot water. Plus it’s very soft water.
@@larryhammersmith9984 I guess it's cheap if you have a small RV or van. Finding parking isn't hard with a regular size van or small RV. Vanlife is easier and cheaper in general with a smaller vehicle.
Can’t afford housing anymore either. i want to get on some waitlists for housing but that can take years. I know two ppl who each waited 8 yrs. I’m looking into RV just so we have somewhere to live.
I'm not a full timer but made several trips last year including a route 66 trips from Ohio to California and back. I disagree with the fear that you can't find a campsite to camp at. There were some parks we stayed in that were full but there were others that were only half full and had spaces open. I've not had a problem finding propane when I've needed it. I will say we don't winter camp so I'm only using propane on chilly nights and to cook. I realize that prices are increasing in fuel and probably some campgrounds but inflation will hit us all whether we are in a sticks and bricks or an RV. I feel that some RV channels try and scare people away from RVing and sound all doom and gloom possibly to keep others from filling campsites. If your not to picky about where you stay you can find sites to stay at or move from campground to campground. I just had to state my opinion, you seem like great people. I just wanted to respectfully disagree. Safe travels and God bless.
This is very sad. So the normal family can’t enjoy going to the parks camping anymore because full timers are maxing out the spots. So now the weekend campers can’t enjoy this life anymore.
My thoughts too. I don't even want to full time. I just want a trailer so I can go camping. But have to try and reserve like 6 months in advance. Takes the fun out of it.
Unfortunately the weekenders are often loud, inconsiderate and annoying. That’s been my experience as a work camper. They trash the campgrounds too. We all heaved a sigh of relief when Sunday would come and the party crowd would leave.
@@ajf5823 we used to go weekend camping. We may have been a little loud, but we never trashed anything. But it got harder and harder just to get a tent spot. I’d have to sit up and wait for midnight and try to book anything. Sometimes a weekend camping is the only vacation a family can afford.
You really can’t blame a lot of people for that because I can’t afford to live in a house anymore. For a lot of people the RV is their permanent home. And they can’t go just anywhere without being harassed about not parking overnight. So it’s kind of a mess for both sides in it.
We aren't full-timers but got a 22-foot trailer recently (very very good price). The guys at the dealership said lots of people who bought RVs during covid are selling theirs "everyone and their brother wanted an rv but now realizing they don't like camping ". Trying to book a campsite at state and national parks has become a real pain though. We love our tent but with 2 little kids it has become a challenge. Still going to do 1-2 tent camping a year though. Keeping it real!
I never had understood why people would prefer to bring a 40' RV complete with Internet, TV and all the comforts of home with anyway. The preferred idea behind camping is to get away from the city life and get into natures' essence. To escape the leashes which "trap us" esp the electronic/tech leashes. This is an excellent video. I enjoyed your exuberance and the videos content! A+
I mean this is about full time living in an RV, so of course you’d want it to be a home. I’ve been considering doing FT RV due to school. I start dental school in December and would prefer not to have to worry about 800 plus rent a month🤷🏽♀️
What you're referring to is camping or campers. I do this with tents mostly. Also canoe rivers. Lots of great spots here in Arkansas for camping. If you bring a trailer camping, you're fancy, lazy, or glamping depending on who you talk to. We are primarily RVers and it's really nothing like camping although we can choose to have a campfire and BBQ too if we like. That's a bonus. We use our RV as a home to operate from while we immerse ourselves into a new area/culture. It's about travel and seeing new things other than trees or nature. There are awesome parks all over, lots of historical sites, must-see attractions, and great new places to eat that you can't get in your local area. We went to the Canadian Meritimes, ate lobster and scallops, and visited exciting cities like Halifax. Visited Yellowstone, Custer State Park, saw bison/bear/elk, and visited Mount Rushmore/Old Faithful. Went to Gulf Shores for shrimp/oyster, saw the Navy Museum, and swam in the Gulf. That's just a few. Tons of other stuff. It's not as stifling as car trips in hotels. That's actually distressing. Packing, unpacking, iffy room items/linens, very expensive nightly prices, etc. So, to sum up, I camp and I RV for different reasons and enjoy both, but especially RVing with all the comforts of home like a hotel on steroids.
Agree with Brent. I camp all over the country (I'm a hiker). Don't see y RVers are sad and quitting b/c other RVers for doing the same thing they're doing. I love hiking. it's lonely but it'll afford you the best outdoor experience you could ever ask for. People tell me they can't hike. But I've crossed hiking paths with a man who had polio as a child, a 70+ yo lady who had a hip operation earlier hiking the AT with her daughter and granddaughter, and a blind man just to make a few. I take baths in the purest, cleanest waters you can see, albeit cold sometimes and I've wished for water in some of the dry streams I've seen in CA. This lifestyle makes me appreciate the comforts of home even more. If you RVers gotta go home, do so but count it a joy that you got to do something others wish they could do.
I travel full time in a Ram Promaster Cargo Van (High top -17 feet)). It is a delight and handles like a truck. Some parks and even road passes will not allow vehicles over 25 feet. The rule of thumb in my opinion should be that the more you actively travel, the smaller your RV should be. If you intend to stay for 14-30 + days in one place then a bigger RV is the answer. You can plan ahead where with the smaller RV is it a matter of turning the key and go. I spent from Jan 1st to end Aug in AZ . Started in Lake Havasu and when it got too warm just moved up the road to first Kingman, then Williams and after that Flagstaff. It was the best weather that I've had in my life! About 200 miles apart from each other but on different elevations. I stay ONLY on public land and the west of the US has so much of it and that is also where the most beautiful parks are. In the four years that I've been doing this have can I only remember one time/night that I actually stayed in a RV park . Very expensive and just not worth it.
Thanks Joevil! Wow, that’s awesome, love how you kept heading up to higher elevations and didn’t need to spend too much on gas! We boondocked in a small camper van outside of Flagstaff in 2020. Beautiful area and we really enjoy RVing in Arizona overall!
Gotta say VanLife is looking far more desirable. Have very high intentions to convert a van one year from now, and be self sustainable enough not to need RV parks when not parked at hospitals (working as a travel nurse).
I keep go back and forth van vs. suv/trailer. Definitely parking is a serious issue and fee's vs.van life! If you have payment on trailer and suv already things add up with hefty space rent too!
I have a good friend that was in the market to purchase an RV, he wants to be a snowbird. I have owned a few RVs over the years, I told him to start looking at places he would like to visit, or stay, and check out the prices to dock the coach. He about fell over! He started looking for a small condo, he discovered that was a better route to take, and less expensive. Needless to say, he is not in the market for an RV any longer.
Not an RVer but this is another reason why I love your videos. They are so practical and informative. Structured, point-by-point, comprehensive...and in vids of your travels..beautiful. Enjoy!
We are full-timers in Ohio where we spent the pandemic years remodeling our 2012 5th wheel. Had to do over 50 repairs and upgrades, but now we are definitely rethinking travel plans not only because of rising costs and difficulty finding good spots, but the unpredictable and catastrophic weather events - fires, tornadoes, flooding, etc. - such dramatic changes in past 4 years! Still enjoy the camping life, but now plan to locate and stay put for 4-6 months at a time in the lowest risk spots we can find as we travel.
Just found y’all’s channel and as a former FT in a 35’ 5th wheel that just called it quits last month, I can attest to every single one of the reasons you gave. I work full time from home so I figured I could work from anywhere, however, I was blowing past my RV park budget every month, it was a frustrating and long process to find place to stay in the area I wanted to be, and the cost of diesel and propane were outrageous. I didn’t like having to plan 6-9 months in advance just to find a safe and decent priced spot to park. My purpose for selling my home and doing RV life FT was to see the country and explore but it just became too exhausting, expensive, and difficult to continue. I’m now back in a brick and mortar and plan to continue my adventures but via long-term stays (1-2 months) at Air bnbs maybe just 1 or 2 places a year. I did thoroughly enjoy my adventure last year and don’t regret doing it, just wish it could have been a better long-term solution.
I'm so glad I kept my paid off house when I got into RVing. I got a van so it's easier but campground costs are crazy, along with gas. My favorite nearby campground is triple the rates now and it's packed. Hope you can sell your 35 footer, used RV lots seem to be full of them looking for buyers.
Great video. I considered the full time lifestyle 8 years ago. When researching for a place to park a camper, I called my city to ask if local ordinances allow me to park the camper in my driveway short term. Their response was "YES", just for storage only, no one can be living in it. So I decided to keep the house, it serves me well as a base for my trips across the USA and down into Mexico. It's like having the best of both worlds. Sometimes I'll spend a weekend out in the camper planning road trips and tieing up fishing flies. Trying to secure a single site for exactly X numbers of nights will be problematic anywhere. You can try securing a site for as long as it's available, then bounce between sites as reservations and openings permit.
right, what business does city have if one lives in whatever he wants on his own property. maybe you could have lived quietly in it in the backyard somewhere hidden
Jan Asher I did a van for urban stealth and put 800 watts on the roof so no propane. But I still got off the road 5 months ago. Costs were getting higher and gas for a thirsty van is harsh. More businesses were saying no overnight parking, Cities not allowing vehicle dwellers to park and sleep on the streets, and BLM and parks are packed with rigs. People were pulling the plugs on their black tanks right at the BLM camp site as they pulled out. Just destroying the area and risking the closures by federal rangers. A lot of the 'remote employees' went and got RVs, which drove up the costs for everything related to this life style. It started to become a grind, and it didn't feel as safe as it used to.
Thanks for the Mopeka monitor reference, getting ready to full time soon. Glad you went into the info about campgrounds, I on the other hand am looking at boondocking a majority of the time. Spent over two years researching travel trailers and RVs, and am now 10 months into upgrades and testing everything. More than happy to share any knowledge I've gained. Thanks and safe travels!
I'd love to see 'hi rise' urban and suburban RV parks as a way to give 'roadies' a safe place to park with bathrooms and showers. They could be anywhere near a highway and not just in touristy areas. Live in your car or RV without having to sneak or scramble for a diminishing pool of available camp or boondocking sites.
Here in Canada a university offered up one of their dorms for rent during covid and it was successful. These were grad dorms with kitchens living rooms and single bedrooms and bathrooms. Rivers, Trailer park snow birds who couldn't get down to USA, used these reasonably priced buildings. I haven't heard if they've continued in summer months to bring in money or not.
I have been living in my Lance truck camper for almost 3 years now. I have only ventured out 2 times in the 4 years I’ve owned it. I live in eastern Pennsylvania outside Philadelphia. There is almost no place to use a camper in the winter. Our state parks close in the winter. I don’t like campgrounds because they pack you in too tight to your neighbors. This industry is just to crowded with people working from their RV. They hog up all the spaces and stay to long. National parks need to change their length of stay limits to 1 week to allow others to enjoy our parks.
The ONLY reason I bought an RV was to live on my land while my house was built. It worked out. The RV is now sold :). The RV life on the road never appealed to me, but I enjoy these videos from those that do it.
Thank you so much for your tips. I live in an apartment in L.A., I just retired from my school. I have been paying rent for 30 years, and I'm done with that. I have been researching and "window" shopping for a year to buy a 5th wheel. I am a hiker, and my bucket list is to visit US National & State parks. I don't mind boondocking because I want the freedom of stopping wherever I am. Thanks again for your info!! 😁👍🏽👍🏽
Yep, I retired from the military and I'm on the same wavelength as you. I hike, mountain bike, run, fish etc. It's just me so I thought how cool to RV and hit all the parks. I am researching still and this video is concerning though. I still want to do it though. haha!
If I work full time in an RV, van or whatever, it's still cheaper than rent and utilities especially if you have solar, lithium batteries and a composting toilet. I'd prefer to be off grid most of the time and not at a resort because I would want to travel without being super close to people. They really pack them in at resorts. Maybe once in a while but there's really no savings if it costs 1k to stay a month unless the rig is paid off. It just depends on the lifestyle you're looking for and what budget you have. BTW, I checked out your rig and it's way beyond my budget but that's ok. I just need to find one that fits my budget just like you did. Love your vids. Really providing great info for those wanting to get into this way of living.
I enjoy your videos and you have some helpful tips on RVing. My wife and I are retired and still have a home but enjoy getting out a month at a time and volunteer (or host) at State parks twice a year. That allows us to use an RV site for free and get to meet wonderful people when we do our volunteer work.
Thanks Steve for sharing, sounds as though you and your wife have found a great balance. We have met some amazing people during our time RVing as well! Do you have a favorite State park you visited?
First time viewer & appreciate the info you passed along thru your experiences! We're going to be downsizing & selling our house in the near future & in the meantime our "retirement" home, aka "big bertha" our 40 ft motorhome is parked in our yard. We've been making practice trips for month long stays at various places not real far from our home, typically 3-12 hrs drive. We've found belonging to RV membership clubs have helped on site costs. We tried Passport of America & got 1/2 price at a wonderful place we liked in the Smoky Mts. We're now Escapee members & got quite the discount at a place in Gulf Shores, AL that we stayed at for a month & loved! We are Good Sam club members, but they didn't have places we'd go, but do give discounts on fuel at Loves & Pilot truckstops. Also, another tip is senior citizens with a Golden Age pass can camp at Army Corp of Engineer campgrounds 1/2 price, so ask for those discounts, be it veterns, disabled, senior, etc.
Thanks so much for sharing all your great RVing tips! We really appreciate it. We have several memberships as well. Have you looked into Thousand Trails?
Two years ago we sold our 40’ diesel pusher. While being a “glamper” experience over 15 years, the coach limited us and we opted for a used Suburban with all the accessories. Immediately we almost tripled our gas mileage and left the outrageous prices of diesel behind us. Our access to trailheads immediately opened up so we could focus on hiking, biking and backpacking. Service costs and service issue’s disappeared. We added a tent that couples to the rear lift gate of the Suburban and can be free-standing, holding our camping spot if we choose to check out the area. The tent is 9’ x 9’ extending our living space. The vehicle provides us with enough room for a full-size bed, mini office, camp kitchen and storage. We’re covering more than 30,000 miles each year and have not regretted the decision. We do not use the Suburban/tent full time but we’ve come to appreciate how little we need for comfort. We do some tent camping and returning to the Suburban/tent is an extravagance.
I dreamed of getting a camper for years and go traveling. In 2018 I finally got one and took a month long road trip across the US. It was great and I was just calling campgrounds as I went and wanted to stop for the day. I had no issues finding places.After Covid that all changed. I'm spontaneous and don't want to be forced to plan trips so far in advance. I'm going to try and sell my camper in the Spring. It just doesn't seem fun anymore. I know I'll take a big loss on it but I don't see myself using it anytime soon.
Ha! Bob is the man. Him and his partner is one of the best and hard working host I've meet on the road while camping in their turf. They both take care of you well while parked in their campground, best host to work with. Stay warm Bob!
We are just getting ready to sell the house and go full-time. We are going to do work camping, where everything us paid and we get paid for all hours. We are still able to travel in the tri-state area, to see things. We are empty nesters and it's just time.
Have been full timers for five years but inflation has mostly taken us off of the road. High fuel prices made the biggest impact but availability of rv spaces was very important. And because of the pandemic driving so many people to rv’ing, supply and demand gave owners of private parks an incentive to really jack up prices. It’s very hard to find monthly spots now in nice parks. Fortunately I’ve found a good one but what spaces that are now available are only for short stays for only a few days.
Thanks for sharing Pat! We have had a hard time finding monthly spots as well. Sorry to hear that inflation has taken you off the road. What kind of rig do you have?
We are FT RVers by necessity. We've been doing this for 5 months. My husband is ill and can't do much, so it's pretty much left me trying to figure it all out. Since he is on oxygen, we cannot use our stove/oven, so cooking is a whole new can of worms! 😂 i bought a 2 buner cook top and a countertop oven/air fryer and we do have a microwave, electric skillet and griddle. And due to space there is an issue especially with groceries. I plan to go to the Amish grocery store near us and get the 50lb bag of potatoes and carrots to slice up, dehydrate and store in heavy-duty zip lock bags, that can be stored in our cooler or one of the smaller cargo holds. I have also been saving the seeds from peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, squash and other vegetables and drying them so I can plant them in large flower pots this spring. I have found a lot of things will grow well in flower pots, window boxes and other containers. If you are ever near an Amish grocery store, go check them put. They are cheaper than a regular store, but don't except to find pristine cans of everything your favorite store has. But do except better prices and some suprises. I found candies and other products that I haven't seen in years and some locally made goods. It5 thr only place I grocery stop at now. The biggest cost we've had so far is trying to insulate this big girl (she's almost 29 feet) for the the winter. Oh my goodness the tales I could tell about that and the blizzard rippi g the insulationoff and more insulation having to be found and replaced! 🤦♀️ 😂 Stay warm and cozy and have fun! ♥
Thanks so much Shelia for sharing! Sounds as though your are doing an incredible job and we wish you and your husband the absolute best. We hope that your husband gets better soon. We were in Amish country in Lancaster County Pennsylvania in September and really enjoyed the people and the Amish grocery stores as well! The grocery stores were great and quite inexpensive! Thanks again!!
@@LetsTurnItUpWorld Thank you! That is awesome! We are in Douglas County Illinois, near Champaign. This wind though! My goodness, I was not prepared for all this wind. Chicago is not the windy place here! 😆 🤣 😂 I wish you guys the best, too! ❤️
We own a nice home in the SE US. She would like to start making trips to visit relatives once in a while. We don't have an RV yet, and I am on the fence about buying one because they are expensive, spend a lot of time not being used, are a headache for maintenance and upkeep, depreciate quickly, and fuel prices are going up. For us, I think renting is a better option. I think living full time in an RV is an individuals choice, so no criticism from me. We are retired and like relaxing in our real home, spending time on hobbies and little projects, making 1-2 day trips here and there, and enjoying retired life while we can.
I have lived full time in my 5th wheel for 7 years. Now, the difference is, I'm full time parked in an RV park. I'm fully skirted and very comfortable. I live in the mountains of Colorado. I've done my share of, what I call, glorified weekend camping. I'd rather tent camp than RV camp. I retired 6 years ago and my situation has been a god send for me. I don't travel like I did when I was younger, but when I did, I'd either tent camp or stop at a motel, and yes, I have tent camped in the snow many times. You just have to do what suits you, but it's a beautiful experience.
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This is all quite sad. I have been hoping to get out there on the road when I retire before too long. I enjoy watching you guys having your awesome adventures. Thanks for taking us along.
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Found you guys a few weeks ago. I still have to catch up on your previous vlogs. Love watching you two traveling about and taking us along for the ride.
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I love your videos so much. Great job, Tanya and Dave! You really do a excellent job explaining the pros and cons of RV living. You’ve become Pros over the past year! Let’s Turn It Up World! 🎉👏🏽🥳🏆❤
Good luck guys! We bought a small Rv during the pandemic. We still love it but aren’t able to just go whenever we wanted to like we did. The gas and overnight fees are terrible. The expense is huge!
There is a difference between FULL-TIME RV'r and FULL-TIME TOURIST. I have never stayed in a park more than a night, monthly is absurd. We(rv'rs) are self contained. Hook ups are for vacationers.
First time viewer of your videos. I must say great job! We travel a lot in our 5th wheel trailer in the summer but we would never consider living in it fulltime. Reasons we would never go fulltime Rv'ing. 1) We love camping and would never want to lose the thrill of going camping and enjoying our trailer as a get-a-way adventure 2) Our jobs 3) Costs associated with winter camping 4) Highway Traffic 5) Moving it all the time 6) Downsizing would be a really tough thing to do. Thanks again for your video.
You two really are great together! Y’all cheer up my day! We have a springdale mini & have it parked a couple hours from where we live. We treat it like a tiny getaway. When we go to the camper it’s so relaxing (it’s a small sized rv park, with amazing lake views) and it’s only 35 miles from the beach. The monthly rent is not bad at all since it’s an a rural area, but we like it because it’s so quite! Happy adventures y’all!!
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There are some people that can't stop living in their vehicles because of high rent, and no other place to live. They must make it work, no matter what happens.
I watch a lot of rv, van life channels and just ran across yours. Love your vibe! I seriously considered a life of travel several years ago but it just wouldn't work financially. So sad to see things are even more out of reach now. However...I have found a wonderful home outside the US where my budget buys me a great, although stationary, life. I do get itchy feet and watching videos like yours allows me to sayisfy my wanderlust :-)
We are retired, and seasonally travel for 3/4 months at a time. I also full time RV'd in a 5th wheel for many years while working. I got rid of the big 5th wheel for many reasons. One, no where to park or stop while traveling. You are stuck campground to campground. Then face it, you live in a trailer park in many cases a very expensive one at that. We now travel in a 14' truck camper/ dual wheel truck set up and tow staying mostly in out of the way places. No one seems to notice it's an RV, not just a pickup with a shell. It has everything but a washer and dryer.
Traveled in a Class A a lot in the 70's and 80's. I could go anywhere, anytime, and never needed reservations including national parks in summer like Yellowstone and Shenandoah. I would never subject myself to what RVers deal with today. For my money, the RV lifestyle ship has already sailed.
Full time for almost 13 years. Absolute best possible way to live. Like it, stay, don't like it, leave. Have never stayed without at least electric and water hookup.
Hey guys! Wife and i have been fulltime in our rv for 5 years and counting. We mainly stay around here just outside the Vegas area. We've camp almost outside the city limits as we like less crowd and boondocking is for us. I would like to recommend checking rv parks in the Mesquite, NV(quite and has few casinos for eating, golfing,etc.) if all the Vegas ones are full.
I live in Mesquite. I think spots are available, but the parks are pretty full. Lots of people go to BLM land and park for free for a couple of weeks at a time. You need to be self-contained though.
Our daughter is buying a tow behind rv and we’re excited for family trips. She will park on our property so she can also have a quiet work from home space. She has rented her house out so has extra income. Thanks for your awesome videos. You two rock!! ❤️👍🏼👍🏼
It be better if a group of rv get together and buy a piece of land or a ranch. In the UK when we do this we but a big country estate and turn them into Apartments & share the land. 'landwatch'
We don't full time and have been without a travel trailer for about a year now. We've owned trailers since 2012 and would typically camp or destination travel 2 - 3 times per month and take a few two to three week trips per year. We have not been in a hurry to replace the trailer largely due to campsite availability. Well more like lack of availability. For years regardless of the season we could get weekend reservations at the two state parks we visit the most no more than a week or two in advance. With the exception of summer the same was true for private campgrounds we would use when visiting the coast or mountains. These days it is not uncommon to have to make reservation three, six or nine months in advance even during the off season. We intend to replace our trailer but will continue to go slow to see if campsite availability improves as the country normalizes back to something closer to pre-COVID behaviors.
It's a necessity for some people living in a van. That's their best option and there is such a thing as being happy with just a "roof over your head". Adaptation is the key to success. It's what you make it. It's not without problems, but such is life. Try learning from other people who are in similar circumstances what they're doing and researching ahead of time. The best of luck to you. Stay safe and be well.
I used to full time RV then I bought some wilderness land and parked my RV on it had a well drilled so I am on well water just like a stick and brick I don't use propane, on 100% solar for heating, cooking, also have big backup generator also. I am lucky enough to be able to have my spot as my home address as no zoning restrictions where I'm living, I have composting toilet so no black tank to dump my, waste water is recycled to water my crops so no gray tank neither.
I don’t have a rig but I was thinking of getting a stealth one like a van or truck camper and now I know that’s the right choice so I can avoid rv parks lol also I will be getting an above ground fire solution and a jetboil style camping grill so I don’t have to go crazy with the propane. You bns get a 4 pack of the little butane bottles for cheap and they last a decent amount of time. Camp meals are my favorite! Going vegan also saves money and those grilled veggie recipes are the best ! Just a few suggestions
Everything is inflated or unavailable. At least when I was "camping" as a long haul trucker, I was paid to "camp". I'm retired now and living in the Philippines, low cost, good life.
I am not a full timer and hopefully I will never be. The main reason most full time, is for a cheaper way to live. Not paying a rent or mortgage, but they are not building equity either, and RVs have a short life span when you think about it. As far as food costs, no matter how you live food costs will always be an issue. I love to RV for vacations, but not full timing.
Thanks for the heads up. That thumbnail freaked me out for a minute! 😂 My brother-in-law wants to do this when he retires in a few years. My sister is trying to change his mind. Have referred them to your videos. 👍 BTW, I too love eggs but 5.99 a dozen is crazy. Unfortunately it's like that everywhere. Sometimes get lucky. Using my earned rewards points to get free Lucerne doz eggs each month. Earned alot of points last month buying gift cards so that has helped this month's food budget. Gotta do what ya gotta do.
At one time, I once considered getting into the RV world. I love camping and fishing the rivers and lakes. And camping out of an RV is so ideal for that. I’m referring to camping out a handful of times during the year, not full-time. Unfortunately, when you add up the expense of RV-ing, it’s not really worth it. For the trouble, it only makes sense to stay in a hotel, and just visit the area for a number of days, and move on. Full time RV-ing is definitely a lifestyle changer, compared to house or apartment living. Unfortunately, depends on where you’re at, City wise, RV-ers are not really appreciated to stay long if not at an designated RV accommodation site. It’s a feeling of being homeless with nowhere to really call home. But still we move on. Good luck with your adventures ✌🏽😃
Your comment was very interesting and does make one think. It's so romantic to think we can just keep moving on from one destination to another like " a rolling stone" I think it has to be ingrained into a person! Costwise it is starting to be unpractical. Who wants to live in a Walmart parking lot? THose that still have a home base,I'm sure are paying for their taxes or apartment too. Seems unfeasable. I love watching though and dreaming !
@@MissMerriloo Life is but a dream. Live it ! I guess the moral of the story is the expense of living and taxes are forever in our lives. We never stop Paying until we get on the bus. I heard sometime ago Walmart stopped allowing overnight RV-ing in their parking lot. Having had experience traveling by car on a long trip, I’ve found most local law enforcement always recommend to get a hotel for temporary accommodations. I’ve found that at night every area has their night people looking for trouble or something to get into. Just to let you know, never park or park/sleep at any highway turnouts. These are turnouts for big rigs 🚛 and they do use them. Always park elsewhere. Just to be safe.
I live in an RV (trailer) 14’x7’6” for 2 yrs + (-2014-2016+). I loved it. Plains were to live, 3 to 5 was in one location then move on. It did not work out like that, I just went with the flow. Now I’m looking at going back for at least six months out of each year. It’s not full-time, but who knows. This time I’m looking at a Motor RV, large enough to have a real kitchen. but, who knows? This time I will have one dog, and at least two cats. The first time I traveled with one dog, and three chickens.
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Thanks so much guy's, trying to gather as much information to give it a full time try this December, going south. At 71 (male solo), I worry about $ going full time. But guess what, I sit here in my rented house, and worry about $. Stopped drinking and smoking 13yrs. ago, got my health back. Not gonna waste one more day.🤞
Because you are on the road RVing I would hope you travel back roads? Back roads are the places you find way side markets with fresh veggies and farm fresh eggs. At much lower prices. You can usually find eggs around 2..50 to 3:00 dollars a dozen. My wife and I are not big fans of cold weather. So we stay more the southern regions of the country mostly Fl. Where wayside produce stands are everywhere. Much more convenient shopping for some or the basic foods. We have even found some of the larger flea markets will have organic raised meats. Hope this is helpful , Happy Camping!
We used to use our RV every weekend, but not much anymore because we moved to the place we vacationed. This has convinced me we need to sell. It's a 40ft diesel and I can't even imagine the costs associated with using it anymore. Bummer
The way Tanya twirled and made Dave have the biggest smile...that was so cool. They are adorbs I pray these two just keep on RVing into their twilight years. Good job !❤
Hi, Tanya, Dave, Brady, and Bailey 😺..., No 'RV" life for me..., too much trouble and hassle ! ! There is always something..., don't need the additional stress, anxiety, and extra expenses... I'll stick to a ( working cattle ranch ) and the beauty of Montana and a big ranch house with peace and quiet, and paid off... No neighbors for miles and all directions... My American cowhands and Mexican ( vaqueros ) are both Cowboys and love Montana... Last year in December..., I did not go to the ( NFR ) in Las Vegas..., because some of my ( vaqueros ) wanted to visit their families in Mexico for Christmas. Little short-handed. The "snow-capped" Rocky Mountains on the Continental Divide and wildlife are fine with me... * Excellent video and very informative, and "Thank you" for sharing the video... Love you both..., " Semper Fi " Mike in Montana P.S.: "Tanya"..., Lots of ( green ) in the spring and summer months, as far as the eye can see... We have chickens on the ranch and that takes care of eggs... Montana..., still has more cattle and horses than people... :)
There is a Costco, not too far from the Oasis RV resort / uhaul that your at, that you can get propane from. It's on St. Rose in Henderson. They don't have diesel. I live close to the Oasis, in Las Vegas. Thanks for the video
First of all, you two 11:10 are the cutest couple! We actually desire a big rig but now not sure due to all that you mentioned. So far, we put the brakes on RVing but we're watching incase our mindset changes! I subscribed so convince me!!!
I knew all this was going to happen many years ago. Yet. Also. I always had problems with finding good camping sites. I love to fish. Always the spaces next to lakes are taken up. Even though those people themselves don't fish or use any type of water craft. This is what I did. I have been to almost all states. Seen almost all of that. Did most of all of that. Yet. I love my camping and fishing. I have a home here. I wanted land that would feel like the place where I would love to camp and relax. With fishing close by. The land I bought wasn't sold for two years. I got a deal. Yet. It's 11.5 acres. At today price. You only get a lot. A normal house size lot. It is a vacation. Takes 13 plus hours to get there. I am getting my travel time as well. I bought me an RV camp sight with no rules and regulations. No, sorry we are full. I know I can get there. Then relax. Enjoy my time there. Enjoy what is around there that it has to offer. I watched one of my most favorite mountains go from almost no one camping and fishing on it. To. Always totally full. 4 lakes very easily to get to. Again. Now I don't care. I have 11.5 acres to camp where ever I want to. That's how I handled it. Thanks for sharing. I know now I made the correct decisions.
1st time at your channel. Great job. We are fulltimers going on 2 years. We have a homebase for 9 months and snowbird to warmer places Jan-April. Love it.
I'm doing full time RV out in New England and the only thing that's changed is I have to stay Stationary for longer than I'd like but it's not the end of the world you can find places that are outside of the norm that will let you park if you know the right people
I was going to buy a teardrop trailer and hit the road until inflation hit like never before and supply chain problems so I was afraid if something broke, I couldn’t repair it. Gas, oil changes and other auto maintenance tripled in cost.
Shop at Trader Joe's or Aldi or get eggs from the farmers markets. Always buy pasture-raised eggs. They're the healthiest for you. Organic eggs just means their feed is organic. That doesn't mean they're from pastured hens that have to scratch the ground for bugs and grub and grass to feed on. Cage-free and free-range eggs are about the same. When are you going to Colorado for skiing? Aspen?
@@LetsTurnItUpWorld Nothing better than Colorado powder. It's the best skiing more than anywhere else around the globe. Global warming has ruined skiing on the continent. And the drive from Vegas is fantastic! Pop by Glenwood Springs too. Vail/Eagle county is red hat country. Aspen village is where all the fun is happening. Especially during the lads ski week which began Sunday! Get the posh ski clothes at the thrift shops! Take the coach from Aspen village to Snowmass for skiing and snowboarding for all levels but do not stay there. Checkout the scene at the Little Nell and St Regis. Avoid people from Denver. They're just looking for a place to crash for the weekend. Not kidding. They drive into Aspen with no accomodations and get busy trying to work a place to stay. I've witnessed it dozens and dozens of times! It should also be better at the ski resorts now without the Rushins. Enjoy those pasture-raised eggs from the farmers markets!
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Just waiting 1-2 years - when ALL those beautiful Sprinters, etc. that so many folks purchased during the pandemic, end up sitting unused in driveways for a year. Then they will sell, and I will have the money to purchase! Why buy new, when so many people are quitting??? Thanks for the keys... I've been planning this for 5 years, way before stupid covid. I'm coming for their unused dreams. And they can stay home. DEAL! Just banking the $$ and waiting patiently... A chick with a man and a plan!
We are a family of SIX... and have been full time since 2015 (that's when we sold the house and officially went full time). I've seen a LOT of people come and go. Most people who quit do so in the first year. In my observation (and after talking with many who have quit) it's due to several reasons: 1 - Don't full time if you think it's all roses and adventures. If you don't have a firm grasp on reality you'll find that the reality of life will catch up with you... and quickly. Sites will not always be "perfect" to your taste... repairs, repairs, repairs is a way of life... BE FLEXIBLE (or you'll go mad) as things happen (blown tire; engine issues; weather; family emergency causes change of plans, etc.). In other words, if you think that life is going to be magical and worry-free, like you see all those TH-cam videos of 20-somethings carting around the states -- you might get a hard smack of reality, quick. 2 - DO NOT TREAT IT LIKE A VACATION. This actually should be the number 1 reason people quit. I've seen more people than I can remember who have started off strong and passionate about full time RVing, only to gladly give it up within the first year -- and it's almost always due to burn-out. The problem is that they treated it like a vacation. Don't (unless you're made of money and have nothing else to do with your time). RVing is about slowing down and enjoying what is right in front of you. If you race from Point A to Point B to Point C as fast as you can to try to "fit it all in"... you're going to burn out. This isn't a 1-week vacation... this is a LIFESTYLE. How many of us have come back from a 1 or 2 week vacation exhausted, claiming that we now need a vacation from our vacation? That's the point. Slow down... take your time. You do NOT have to see every silly tourist attraction on the map (most of them are junk anyway -- simply created by a marketing engine to claim your cash)... and NO, you are NOT missing out if you go to an area and miss seeing the 'sights'. The 'sights' are right in front of you, not behind some ticket booth. Besides -- you should be running around with the mentality that you WILL BE BACK... so leave something for your future trips. Pull out the chair... enjoy some coffee as the sun rises... take a nap... whatever. Many of us work remotely nowadays, so treat your day like you would at the office or home office, and consider yourself "on vacation' after you punch out for the day. 3 - MONEY. This has a LOT to do with #2... as people who start out really seem to think that they need to go to every mom-n-pop restaurant in every town they visit or they're somehow not "doing it right'. Eat good, but eat cheap -- at 'home'. Sure, it's nice to splurge on a restaurant here and there... but you're likely going to have more fun inviting other campers to your site and share some steak, veggies, beer, tea, or whatever with meaningful conversations about life, your lifestyle, and all the beauty that is around you. Buy yourself a good SMALL pellet smoker (like a table-top Traeger, although that's the most expensive brand) and you'll find that a pellet smoker has the ease of a gas grill (although it is a little slower) with almost none of the mess of a charcoal setup. Just turn a dial and enjoy some of the best food you've had it a long time (seriously -- those pellet smokers can make everything taste amazing -- with almost no effort at all). I mention a pellet smoker simply because once you've experience food cooked at the RV on one of those, and it might ruin you for most restaurants (saving you a lot of money). As far as the other reasons people quit -- it's usually related to one of the three above. As far as overall expense -- like fuel prices... see items 2 and 3 above. Slow down. Stay in one location 1 to 4 weeks. Seriously. Moving too often really burns people out. You need time to relax and unwind. And slowing down will reduce your fuel bill by spreading it out over time. When you're ready to go, make sure you're not traveling more than 2-4 hours to your next destination, if possible. Just because you want to make that next highly-marketed made-up tourist destination on the map doesn't mean there aren't a thousand equally awesome places to see along the way (they're just not marketed, and therefore not as crowded and likely don't have a ticket booth in front of them). Make friends at the campground instead of lining up to by tickets for a statue you can't even get close to. As far as campground prices getting higher and higher -- that's just the price of inflation. Things aren't cheaper in a house... they're just different. Consider a camping program, like Thousand Trails. I've personally stayed at various campgrounds from the West Coast to the East Coast utilizing Thousand Trails along the way... which really offset our camping costs. Sure, the high end memberships will cost a lot up front, but once that cost is paid for you'll find that you can go an entire year on VERY LITTLE. Not every place has a Thousand Trails that we can use... and we're members of other associations... but those programs save us enough money that we can really splurge on a killer site (like the Florida Keys) and still come out way ahead. Just because the RV park in the middle of the city is charging a crazy amount each night doesn't mean that's your only option. And if you're focused on the central and west part of the states, the dry camping (some people call it 'boondocking') is everywhere, so long as it fits your style. Anyway... thought I'd add my $0.02 to help with the topic. Enjoyed the video.
I was on board with you until you started emphasizing inviting other campers over and making friends!🤣🤮 that’s the last thing I’d be doing as an RV-er!
One thing that is probably important to mention and not all people who embark on full-time RVing can do this, but they should always keep a homebase that they OWN if they can. If someone started RVing before housing costs soared into the stratosphere they may find affordable housing out of reach now and monthly rental costs are also out of sight in many areas too. This would force people getting out the full-time RV life to have to seek shelter that is really not what they had bargained for.
Thank you for these golden nuggets! RVing has become a trend bit not realizing some people literally have no where else to live and this is the beat option. I didn't realize inflation is hitting people in RVs
Great insight based on your full time experience. Now you need to come up with the Readers Digest version!
Wonderful information 🙂 thanks! Never heard of camping programs. I'm in the planning stages
I started out living in a 24 ft travel trailer full time out of necessity. No where to go and no money to go with... beat a homeless camp. Finally won my VA Disability and was able to upgrade to a 40 ft motorhome (4 slides) and ordered a brand new car. That was just over 3 years ago. Never thought about packing it in and getting out because I love my RV, I'm VERY handy with making many of my own repairs (plumbing, electrical, construction if needed, etc) and I love doing them (don't love when things NEED to be fixed but I love fixing them when it happens). I'm a 68 year old female traveling alone with 4 cats. BEST THING I EVER DID: solar just this past November. Sure, I'll be paying for it for several years to come but I have to tell you... I don't NEED campgrounds anymore. I can park anywhere I want (BLM land is free!) and still live very comfortably. If you are going to be full time, I highly suggest getting a solar set up. Yep, it's expensive but damn... It's already paid for itself in what would have been campground costs. "Don't Be Afraid Of the Path, Be Afraid Of Not Moving Forward". Don't know who said it but it's gold. Friends and family keep asking me where I'm going next and I tell them I have no idea and I'm in no hurry to get there. Life is good! Happy travels, everybody!
Could I ask what your cost was adding solar to be full sustaining? Husband and I want to full time and be completely self reliant in our RV ( :
I thought you were disabled.
Wow you are truly an inspiration. I wonder if loneliness is ever an issue as I also traveled full time on the road on BLM lands as a single woman. I didn’t like the isolation after a few months and I am much younger.
Thanks for this input. I'm going to try charging the battery with the alternator or even a second alternator. Solar panels aren't stealthy in urban settings. People can see from two storey houses and apartment buildings. I'm living in a TINY off-grid cabin at the moment with propane and only self-contained solar lightbulbs, radio, exterior lighting, etc. I basically want a bedroom on wheels because I'll be working most of the time.
Been full timing since 2016. More folks quitting FT means more spots for me. No plans to quit. No regrets!!!
I was wondering about that 🙂 Have you (or anyone here RVing FT) seen a drop in the number of RVs out there yet with people quitting the life?
My hubby & I were full-time RV retirement lifestyle for 11 1/2 yrs. (spring 2011 - July 2022)
We loved it and yes we knew about the downfalls. Over time, we got older & so did the rig. We were always looking for our "forever" home once we had to quit RVing. So when we arrived in western Kentucky, we found the place for us. The cost of living, the cost of repairs to the rig vs. her value, age & stress of driving, difficulty's in finding campsite,... made it easy to hang up the keys and resettle.
I’ve been RVing since the early 1970s and am considering getting out of RVing just because it’s so popular now. Back then you never needed reservations. State parks are now loud party atmospheres where people travel in groups of 5 or 6 families and nobody’s watching their kids or pets and quiet time is for other people.
Same with camping and canoeing. It's so crowded now that it's more relaxing staying home. Everyone is there to party, not to enjoy nature and it's views.
I’ve been noticing that as well. People playing loud music, large groups of people just partying. It’s becoming harder & harder to find some peace in the outdoors.
We used to camp in campgrounds in Alaska along with back country canoeing and everywhere it got crowded. Being 69 I built a remote cabin accessible by snowmachine or off road vehicle. We can go out there for weeks and see not see anyone. Going out this weekend with the youngsters in their 40s.
Last time that we camped at a state park in Northern California there was a group partying and smoking pot. The whole area stunk of pot. Not a fun experience. Happened a couple of times before but not as bad. :(
Thats why you need to boondock and be in the middle of nowhere. In park I often ended up with the guy that bought the cheapest gunny he could get that was louder that a standard lawnmower and he'd want to run it ALL NIGHT.
You guys hit the nails on the head...we fulled timed from 2019-2022 and prices have doubled or even tripled in some places if you can find any spaces. When we did the math, it was cheaper to travel overseas than full time RV in the USA. Great content! - Lance and Jenny
Thanks so much Lance and Jenny! Frustrating to hear about the crazy RV life price increases since 2019. Are you planning to travel overseas, or are you still RVing full time?
@jbar518 you're correct, and those RVs get horrible gas mileage, you're pretty much confined to RV parks, select campsites and Walmart parking lots....they think they bought freedom but they really strapped a ball and chain to their ankle......some people buy a 100,000 RV and only end up driving to the same ol place every summer...just buy a summer house there, it would be cheaper in the long run....and when you don't want it anymore it will sell for way more than the depreciated value of the RV.....RVs don't hold value well.
I was just talking with my wife about selling everything and hitting the road. I’m retired so my SS would be coming in monthly to help cover expenses. I first thought about buying a used diesel pusher. Seems I could find a reasonably priced one for about $50K. Then started following people on TH-cam doing RVing full time. They were all a big help in opening my eyes to what to expect. I was surprised by the cost of it! Having a great partner is also very important. Perhaps mandatory. Most of them were great with each other and humor was also very important. Regardless of that the cost still come. I was surprised by the amount of maintenance required and the cost of it. So much surprised that I realized this sounds great but reality is often worse than the fantasy. Then I switched my thinking to traveling around the world and staying for 2-3 months in different countries. Rent an apartment or house and taking in the ambiance. Again probably dreaming but some countries are very affordable. My wife is from the Philippines and we have travelled to Thailand before and loved our 2 month stay in Chang Mai. Street food was so affordable and tasted so good we never cooked in our apartment. We walked a lot too and didn’t mostly sight seeing which was easier because everything was new and magnificent. It was like being in a National Geographic show. During our walk there were massages available for $3.00 . They started recognizing us at several places because we frequently stopped by. We definitely wanted to do that again and visited Vietnam, Cambodia and different places in the Philippines. My wife still needs more convincing because she also loves where we live in Florida. I’m getting my knee replacement in April then the conversation and discussions will be more serious. .
@@TomBTerrific you got married, that's your main mistake.....now you will do whatever she wants.
me thing in Australia
I’m a full timer since 2017 in a converted Chevy Express. The last 2-3 years have been a nightmare but all these state parks, private RV parks will soon be begging for business as RV sales and usage continues to cool down. The pendulum will swing the opposite direction as it always does. I’m hopeful things will improve over the next 2-5 years. I just bought a truck and truck camper with the hope of doing more boon-docking in areas that were previously inaccessible in my big extended body 2WD van. I love the lifestyle, but will say I’m lucky in that I’m a travel nurse so I can park at the hospital at night and do local exploration on my days off. I’m very grateful for the ability to be able to park in the lot and never do anything other than pull up at night, park, and go to bed. No pulling out the lounge chair or firing up the bar-b-que! Lack of respect is one of the reasons over night parking is so restricted now. 😢
Me, too
If I do this do I have to get special permission from the hospital?
Sometimes a change in lifestyle is meant to be forever, and sometimes, just for a season. When you are old and looking back, you will be glad for the memories.
I lived RV, not by choice. 2010-2012. I follow your post. I have flash back of being homeless than. Not a good homeless. I’m in an awesome place today. I watch, because you show the flip side of RV/camping. What I grew up with. Love the place’s you feature that my family took me to as a kid. Thank you. Your post’s is stomping out the memories of 2010-2012. 😊
You two are my favorite RV full timers! So happy to hear you are not quitting. I am taking notes on how y’all do it because just finding a random place to sleep would not be for me and my husband! Keep on showing us the best way to full time RV! ❤
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This is the first time I’ve watched your channel. I was really impressed with your style of filming an informational video and the way you two work together. Definitely captured my attention. Great job! I’m looking forward to seeing more in the future.
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Me too! New subscriber here!!!!
Ditto!😊
Same here. Great video and chemistry. New subscriber!
@@LetsTurnItUpWorld New here and I am binge watching enjoying all your videos. 🥰
We aren't thinking of quitting but we are slowing down ... 😮💨 The reason: AGE. Our driver of the family (Ray) is turning 71 and it seems, for sure, that 80 will be the limit for him, if not sooner. Ironically, when you can best AFFORD both a home base and to RV a lot more, the years to do it are a lot less. So, please, take it from us, don't wait. Be creative, think out-of-the-box, and figure out a way to RV if that's what you want to do! (and, after 28 years of RVing, we heartily recommend it!)
I'm 72 and my hubby is 82. We've been traveling the country for the past 24 years - but not full time. We still have our sticks and bricks home but spend the winters in Florida and have been coast to coast 6 times. This is the first year we won't be camping anymore (just sold our 40 ft 5th wheel and our F350) due to my husband's severe arthritis and multiple back surgeries. Although I can do everything in our 5th wheel - including driving, backing up and parking, along with all the other chores, we decided now is the time. I will miss the adventure but we have many memories.
@@sharonwalicek7246 yes, that is in line with what we have found talking with other RVers. You are us in 10 years. We know you are going to miss it. Maybe you can still go a few times a year with the preset RVs, cabins, yurts, etc. at many campgrounds.
We are in year 3 of FT. Many of the price increases you mention would affect us even if we were in a sticks and bricks…i.e. the avian flu driving up egg prices, and general inflation pressures. So, we are still loving this life! One suggestion for those looking for long term stays, i.e., over a summer or winter season, is to volunteer to work in a National Park, Forest Service or BLM site. We’re staying free in FHU sites from LaborDay thru March at two different locations in Arizona…working a few days a week as volunteers, learning lots of new stuff, and not burning any fuel. Once spring comes, we’ll hit the road again. Enjoy your Ekko, I love your energy levels.
Hey, thanks for the info! can you tell me where some of those az spots are ?
WOW! I would like info on how to do the Volunteering in the parks to get free space rent?
You don’t get money “volunteering”. Some full timers actually need an income to live and pay for expenses. Plus if l am working l want to get paid.
@@ajf5823 Getting a free space is like getting paid for it. You stay 7 days a week & work 2 days. Not a bad trade off. Of course what job & hours? would be my question
People do have paid work from online jobs.
I'm not full-time but have been RVing for about 20 years and the traffic is getting to the point where driving is taking your life in your hands. Just came back to Pennsylvania from Tennessee up Interstate 81 and had several close calls due to road rage idiots passing me on the shoulder of the road and even equipment falling off of a truck at 70 miles an hour. Traffic gets worse all the time making traveling more stressful instead of relaxing.
I know the feeling been trucking 30 years west coast mainly local. Use to be a nice ride up to Vegas now you have people speed up do wild crap ya I can only imagine r.n
I know exactly what you mean! I never thought I would hate driving!!! There's some crazy, bad driving people on these roads
We try to stay off interstates and use back roads. Not full time but travel in our Nissan van with a sleeping platform. Used to travel in a Tundra with a camper shell for 4 months at a time. Love every minute of it!
81 is completely insane these days
@@mmmsunshine5367 Unfortunately I live only 8 miles from 81 and is my main way north or south. Hate it.
I think it’s a good idea to have a home base. Road life can be hard and it’s great to go to your base to recharge and unwind from road life.
💯 Agree
Exactly!!❤❤❤
100%agree on having a home base Especially as I get older I have a 45ft 5th wheel that I park permanently in an RV Park and a 24ft travel trailer for my journeys
Are you talking about having a house somewhere or a piece of land?
I have a friend that is in the process of buying a lot for his RV because the cost of lot rent has gone crazy.
Totally agree 😌
Being 34, single with no kids, and only pets, the pros of full time RVing definitely outweigh the cons. I have 3 years until retirement and then I'm committing. Prices will be high regardless of what you do, except gas. That's naturally going to be more expensive if you travel alot. Luckily I have friends all across the country to visit if I need a break, but I'm used to living alone and being away from people, that it probably won't bother me as much as others.
on disability, divorced, kids are living their own lives now and starting to consider van life. been watching various youtube channels but focusing on the negative aspect videos at the moment
Ignores actual gas prices under his old man joe.
So glad you two are really showing the reality of RV LIVING can't wait for more from the series.
Thanks so much TE! Glad you are enjoying our videos and we really appreciate all your support!!
@@LetsTurnItUpWorld you two are LEGENDS big love from england
Y'all hit the nail on the head! The skyrocketing costs of full timing is the main reason we moved out of the States. We stopped full timing and moved to Ecuador and couldn't be happier!
I can't wait to move out of America. Good for you!
Thanks, we would love to visit Ecuador some day, looks beautiful. What city are you living in? We have spent quite a bit of time in Peru, but have not been to Ecuador yet.
@@LetsTurnItUpWorld we live in Manta, on the Pacific Coast.
@@LetsTurnItUpWorld Ecuador works better for us. Uses the U.S. dollar, so no currency exchange, cheaper than Mexico or Panama, and year round perfect weather.
@@tp1201 where can I send $$ to help you leave.
I'm considering RV/van life because I can't afford housing anymore. I'm really nervous about getting rid of all my stuff, having to buy a used rig, taking care of 2 kittens, and not taking long, hot showers lol. This life is seriously calling my name, though!
Get a Planet Fitness gym membership. Take nice hot showers at the gym.
I second that information about Planet Fitness and gyms. I go to the YMCA twice a week to wash my very long hair and it’s heavenly. I can stand in the shower for 30 minutes and the water pressure is fantastic and it’s unlimited hot water. Plus it’s very soft water.
Sadly we’ve found RV full time is not cheaper for us. Going on six yrs and live it. But it’s not cheap. Best wishes and be safe.
@@larryhammersmith9984 I guess it's cheap if you have a small RV or van. Finding parking isn't hard with a regular size van or small RV. Vanlife is easier and cheaper in general with a smaller vehicle.
Can’t afford housing anymore either. i want to get on some waitlists for housing but that can take years. I know two ppl who each waited 8 yrs. I’m looking into RV just so we have somewhere to live.
I'm not a full timer but made several trips last year including a route 66 trips from Ohio to California and back. I disagree with the fear that you can't find a campsite to camp at. There were some parks we stayed in that were full but there were others that were only half full and had spaces open. I've not had a problem finding propane when I've needed it. I will say we don't winter camp so I'm only using propane on chilly nights and to cook. I realize that prices are increasing in fuel and probably some campgrounds but inflation will hit us all whether we are in a sticks and bricks or an RV. I feel that some RV channels try and scare people away from RVing and sound all doom and gloom possibly to keep others from filling campsites. If your not to picky about where you stay you can find sites to stay at or move from campground to campground. I just had to state my opinion, you seem like great people. I just wanted to respectfully disagree. Safe travels and God bless.
I appreciate that you tell us the reality of full-time RV life. I prefer your version of this lifestyle vs the all-sunshine and roses version.
This is very sad. So the normal family can’t enjoy going to the parks camping anymore because full timers are maxing out the spots. So now the weekend campers can’t enjoy this life anymore.
My thoughts too. I don't even want to full time. I just want a trailer so I can go camping. But have to try and reserve like 6 months in advance. Takes the fun out of it.
Unfortunately the weekenders are often loud, inconsiderate and annoying. That’s been my experience as a work camper. They trash the campgrounds too. We all heaved a sigh of relief when Sunday would come and the party crowd would leave.
@@ajf5823 we used to go weekend camping. We may have been a little loud, but we never trashed anything. But it got harder and harder just to get a tent spot. I’d have to sit up and wait for midnight and try to book anything. Sometimes a weekend camping is the only vacation a family can afford.
😭 waaaa
You really can’t blame a lot of people for that because I can’t afford to live in a house anymore. For a lot of people the RV is their permanent home. And they can’t go just anywhere without being harassed about not parking overnight. So it’s kind of a mess for both sides in it.
We aren't full-timers but got a 22-foot trailer recently (very very good price). The guys at the dealership said lots of people who bought RVs during covid are selling theirs "everyone and their brother wanted an rv but now realizing they don't like camping ". Trying to book a campsite at state and national parks has become a real pain though. We love our tent but with 2 little kids it has become a challenge. Still going to do 1-2 tent camping a year though. Keeping it real!
What website or RV dealership did you get your trailer?
@@ednaesfeld783 Poulsbo RV in Washington state.
I never had understood why people would prefer to bring a 40' RV complete with Internet, TV and all the comforts of home with anyway. The preferred idea behind camping is to get away from the city life and get into natures' essence. To escape the leashes which "trap us" esp the electronic/tech leashes. This is an excellent video. I enjoyed your exuberance and the videos content! A+
exactly
@@8188jlpc
I mean this is about full time living in an RV, so of course you’d want it to be a home. I’ve been considering doing FT RV due to school. I start dental school in December and would prefer not to have to worry about 800 plus rent a month🤷🏽♀️
What you're referring to is camping or campers. I do this with tents mostly. Also canoe rivers. Lots of great spots here in Arkansas for camping. If you bring a trailer camping, you're fancy, lazy, or glamping depending on who you talk to. We are primarily RVers and it's really nothing like camping although we can choose to have a campfire and BBQ too if we like. That's a bonus. We use our RV as a home to operate from while we immerse ourselves into a new area/culture. It's about travel and seeing new things other than trees or nature. There are awesome parks all over, lots of historical sites, must-see attractions, and great new places to eat that you can't get in your local area. We went to the Canadian Meritimes, ate lobster and scallops, and visited exciting cities like Halifax. Visited Yellowstone, Custer State Park, saw bison/bear/elk, and visited Mount Rushmore/Old Faithful. Went to Gulf Shores for shrimp/oyster, saw the Navy Museum, and swam in the Gulf. That's just a few. Tons of other stuff. It's not as stifling as car trips in hotels. That's actually distressing. Packing, unpacking, iffy room items/linens, very expensive nightly prices, etc. So, to sum up, I camp and I RV for different reasons and enjoy both, but especially RVing with all the comforts of home like a hotel on steroids.
Agree with Brent. I camp all over the country (I'm a hiker). Don't see y RVers are sad and quitting b/c other RVers for doing the same thing they're doing. I love hiking. it's lonely but it'll afford you the best outdoor experience you could ever ask for. People tell me they can't hike. But I've crossed hiking paths with a man who had polio as a child, a 70+ yo lady who had a hip operation earlier hiking the AT with her daughter and granddaughter, and a blind man just to make a few. I take baths in the purest, cleanest waters you can see, albeit cold sometimes and I've wished for water in some of the dry streams I've seen in CA. This lifestyle makes me appreciate the comforts of home even more. If you RVers gotta go home, do so but count it a joy that you got to do something others wish they could do.
I travel full time in a Ram Promaster Cargo Van (High top -17 feet)). It is a delight and handles like a truck. Some parks and even road passes will not allow vehicles over 25 feet. The rule of thumb in my opinion should be that the more you actively travel, the smaller your RV should be. If you intend to stay for 14-30 + days in one place then a bigger RV is the answer. You can plan ahead where with the smaller RV is it a matter of turning the key and go. I spent from Jan 1st to end Aug in AZ . Started in Lake Havasu and when it got too warm just moved up the road to first Kingman, then Williams and after that Flagstaff. It was the best weather that I've had in my life! About 200 miles apart from each other but on different elevations. I stay ONLY on public land and the west of the US has so much of it and that is also where the most beautiful parks are. In the four years that I've been doing this have can I only remember one time/night that I actually stayed in a RV park . Very expensive and just not worth it.
Thanks Joevil! Wow, that’s awesome, love how you kept heading up to higher elevations and didn’t need to spend too much on gas! We boondocked in a small camper van outside of Flagstaff in 2020. Beautiful area and we really enjoy RVing in Arizona overall!
Gotta say VanLife is looking far more desirable.
Have very high intentions to convert a van one year from now, and be self sustainable enough not to need RV parks when not parked at hospitals (working as a travel nurse).
I keep go back and forth van vs. suv/trailer. Definitely parking is a serious issue and fee's vs.van life! If you have payment on trailer and suv already things add up with hefty space rent too!
I have a good friend that was in the market to purchase an RV, he wants to be a snowbird. I have owned a few RVs over the years, I told him to start looking at places he would like to visit, or stay, and check out the prices to dock the coach. He about fell over! He started looking for a small condo, he discovered that was a better route to take, and less expensive. Needless to say, he is not in the market for an RV any longer.
Not an RVer but this is another reason why I love your videos. They are so practical and informative. Structured, point-by-point, comprehensive...and in vids of your travels..beautiful. Enjoy!
I would imagine they enjoy a bit too much. They seem to be spending an awful lot per month that is extravagant. They seem like nice people.
We are full-timers in Ohio where we spent the pandemic years remodeling our 2012 5th wheel. Had to do over 50 repairs and upgrades, but now we are definitely rethinking travel plans not only because of rising costs and difficulty finding good spots, but the unpredictable and catastrophic weather events - fires, tornadoes, flooding, etc. - such dramatic changes in past 4 years! Still enjoy the camping life, but now plan to locate and stay put for 4-6 months at a time in the lowest risk spots we can find as we travel.
Come to Canada in summer great camping spots, lakes nice warm weather. Less RVers
Ooooh cheerful.
How are you a full timer in Ohio? RV parks in Ohio aren't open full time, year round.
I left Ohio for Arizona and so happy I did. I love my paid off house and have a van for camping trips.
Just found y’all’s channel and as a former FT in a 35’ 5th wheel that just called it quits last month, I can attest to every single one of the reasons you gave. I work full time from home so I figured I could work from anywhere, however, I was blowing past my RV park budget every month, it was a frustrating and long process to find place to stay in the area I wanted to be, and the cost of diesel and propane were outrageous. I didn’t like having to plan 6-9 months in advance just to find a safe and decent priced spot to park. My purpose for selling my home and doing RV life FT was to see the country and explore but it just became too exhausting, expensive, and difficult to continue. I’m now back in a brick and mortar and plan to continue my adventures but via long-term stays (1-2 months) at Air bnbs maybe just 1 or 2 places a year. I did thoroughly enjoy my adventure last year and don’t regret doing it, just wish it could have been a better long-term solution.
I'm so glad I kept my paid off house when I got into RVing. I got a van so it's easier but campground costs are crazy, along with gas. My favorite nearby campground is triple the rates now and it's packed. Hope you can sell your 35 footer, used RV lots seem to be full of them looking for buyers.
Great video. I considered the full time lifestyle 8 years ago. When researching for a place to park a camper, I called my city to ask if local ordinances allow me to park the camper in my driveway short term. Their response was "YES", just for storage only, no one can be living in it. So I decided to keep the house, it serves me well as a base for my trips across the USA and down into Mexico. It's like having the best of both worlds. Sometimes I'll spend a weekend out in the camper planning road trips and tieing up fishing flies.
Trying to secure a single site for exactly X numbers of nights will be problematic anywhere. You can try securing a site for as long as it's available, then bounce between sites as reservations and openings permit.
right, what business does city have if one lives in whatever he wants on his own property. maybe you could have lived quietly in it in the backyard somewhere hidden
I think having a small RV or van is a big advantage. It's easier to find many places to park. I think having a small vehicle is less stress.
Especially all white cargo vans that are set up outside like work vans. Can park everywhere, don't advertise camper
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I did a van for urban stealth and put 800 watts on the roof so no propane. But I still got off the road 5 months ago.
Costs were getting higher and gas for a thirsty van is harsh.
More businesses were saying no overnight parking,
Cities not allowing vehicle dwellers to park and sleep on the streets, and
BLM and parks are packed with rigs.
People were pulling the plugs on their black tanks right at the BLM camp site as they pulled out. Just destroying the area and risking the closures by federal rangers.
A lot of the 'remote employees' went and got RVs, which drove up the costs for everything related to this life style.
It started to become a grind, and it didn't feel as safe as it used to.
Thanks for the Mopeka monitor reference, getting ready to full time soon. Glad you went into the info about campgrounds, I on the other hand am looking at boondocking a majority of the time. Spent over two years researching travel trailers and RVs, and am now 10 months into upgrades and testing everything. More than happy to share any knowledge I've gained. Thanks and safe travels!
I'd love to see 'hi rise' urban and suburban RV parks as a way to give 'roadies' a safe place to park with bathrooms and showers. They could be anywhere near a highway and not just in touristy areas. Live in your car or RV without having to sneak or scramble for a diminishing pool of available camp or boondocking sites.
Here in Canada a university offered up one of their dorms for rent during covid and it was successful. These were grad dorms with kitchens living rooms and single bedrooms and bathrooms. Rivers, Trailer park snow birds who couldn't get down to USA, used these reasonably priced buildings. I haven't heard if they've continued in summer months to bring in money or not.
I have been living in my Lance truck camper for almost 3 years now. I have only ventured out 2 times in the 4 years I’ve owned it.
I live in eastern Pennsylvania outside Philadelphia. There is almost no place to use a camper in the winter. Our state parks close in the winter.
I don’t like campgrounds because they pack you in too tight to your neighbors.
This industry is just to crowded with people working from their RV. They hog up all the spaces and stay to long. National parks need to change their length of stay limits to 1 week to allow others to enjoy our parks.
The ONLY reason I bought an RV was to live on my land while my house was built. It worked out. The RV is now sold :). The RV life on the road never appealed to me, but I enjoy these videos from those that do it.
how much is the RV
@@1Beaudii it is sold!
Thank you so much for your tips. I live in an apartment in L.A., I just retired from my school. I have been paying rent for 30 years, and I'm done with that. I have been researching and "window" shopping for a year to buy a 5th wheel. I am a hiker, and my bucket list is to visit US National & State parks. I don't mind boondocking because I want the freedom of stopping wherever I am. Thanks again for your info!! 😁👍🏽👍🏽
Thanks Janet, you’re very welcome!! Sounds as though you are ready for some incredible adventures!!
Hang on a little while. Many friends I know are selling their Covid RV’s. Prices are going to plummet.
Yep, I retired from the military and I'm on the same wavelength as you. I hike, mountain bike, run, fish etc. It's just me so I thought how cool to RV and hit all the parks. I am researching still and this video is concerning though. I still want to do it though. haha!
If I work full time in an RV, van or whatever, it's still cheaper than rent and utilities especially if you have solar, lithium batteries and a composting toilet. I'd prefer to be off grid most of the time and not at a resort because I would want to travel without being super close to people. They really pack them in at resorts. Maybe once in a while but there's really no savings if it costs 1k to stay a month unless the rig is paid off. It just depends on the lifestyle you're looking for and what budget you have. BTW, I checked out your rig and it's way beyond my budget but that's ok. I just need to find one that fits my budget just like you did. Love your vids. Really providing great info for those wanting to get into this way of living.
Thanks Dee, you can definitely live cheaply (much cheaper than we have been living so far) especially if boondocking!
RV life is definitely getting tougher not just due to prices but here in California the popular places have a one year waiting time. Very frustrating
I enjoy your videos and you have some helpful tips on RVing. My wife and I are retired and still have a home but enjoy getting out a month at a time and volunteer (or host) at State parks twice a year. That allows us to use an RV site for free and get to meet wonderful people when we do our volunteer work.
Thanks Steve for sharing, sounds as though you and your wife have found a great balance. We have met some amazing people during our time RVing as well! Do you have a favorite State park you visited?
First time viewer & appreciate the info you passed along thru your experiences! We're going to be downsizing & selling our house in the near future & in the meantime our "retirement" home, aka "big bertha" our 40 ft motorhome is parked in our yard. We've been making practice trips for month long stays at various places not real far from our home, typically 3-12 hrs drive. We've found belonging to RV membership clubs have helped on site costs. We tried Passport of America & got 1/2 price at a wonderful place we liked in the Smoky Mts. We're now Escapee members & got quite the discount at a place in Gulf Shores, AL that we stayed at for a month & loved! We are Good Sam club members, but they didn't have places we'd go, but do give discounts on fuel at Loves & Pilot truckstops. Also, another tip is senior citizens with a Golden Age pass can camp at Army Corp of Engineer campgrounds 1/2 price, so ask for those discounts, be it veterns, disabled, senior, etc.
Thanks so much for sharing all your great RVing tips! We really appreciate it. We have several memberships as well. Have you looked into Thousand Trails?
Two years ago we sold our 40’ diesel pusher. While being a “glamper” experience over 15 years, the coach limited us and we opted for a used Suburban with all the accessories. Immediately we almost tripled our gas mileage and left the outrageous prices of diesel behind us. Our access to trailheads immediately opened up so we could focus on hiking, biking and backpacking. Service costs and service issue’s disappeared.
We added a tent that couples to the rear lift gate of the Suburban and can be free-standing, holding our camping spot if we choose to check out the area. The tent is 9’ x 9’ extending our living space. The vehicle provides us with enough room for a full-size bed, mini office, camp kitchen and storage. We’re covering more than 30,000 miles each year and have not regretted the decision.
We do not use the Suburban/tent full time but we’ve come to appreciate how little we need for comfort. We do some tent camping and returning to the Suburban/tent is an extravagance.
I dreamed of getting a camper for years and go traveling. In 2018 I finally got one and took a month long road trip across the US. It was great and I was just calling campgrounds as I went and wanted to stop for the day. I had no issues finding places.After Covid that all changed. I'm spontaneous and don't want to be forced to plan trips so far in advance. I'm going to try and sell my camper in the Spring. It just doesn't seem fun anymore. I know I'll take a big loss on it but I don't see myself using it anytime soon.
Camp in Canada and Mexico.
Ha! Bob is the man. Him and his partner is one of the best and hard working host I've meet on the road while camping in their turf. They both take care of you well while parked in their campground, best host to work with. Stay warm Bob!
So glad you guys are still in! Great channel and content.
We are just getting ready to sell the house and go full-time. We are going to do work camping, where everything us paid and we get paid for all hours. We are still able to travel in the tri-state area, to see things. We are empty nesters and it's just time.
That’s so exciting Melanie, congratulations!! Thanks for watching!
@@LetsTurnItUpWorld it's perfect timing. I was laid off in the high-tech layoffs.
Have been full timers for five years but inflation has mostly taken us off of the road. High fuel prices made the biggest impact but availability of rv spaces was very important. And because of the pandemic driving so many people to rv’ing, supply and demand gave owners of private parks an incentive to really jack up prices. It’s very hard to find monthly spots now in nice parks. Fortunately I’ve found a good one but what spaces that are now available are only for short stays for only a few days.
Thanks for sharing Pat! We have had a hard time finding monthly spots as well. Sorry to hear that inflation has taken you off the road. What kind of rig do you have?
@@LetsTurnItUpWorld 2027 Jayco Pinnacle fiver towed by a F350.
We are FT RVers by necessity. We've been doing this for 5 months. My husband is ill and can't do much, so it's pretty much left me trying to figure it all out. Since he is on oxygen, we cannot use our stove/oven, so cooking is a whole new can of worms! 😂 i bought a 2 buner cook top and a countertop oven/air fryer and we do have a microwave, electric skillet and griddle. And due to space there is an issue especially with groceries. I plan to go to the Amish grocery store near us and get the 50lb bag of potatoes and carrots to slice up, dehydrate and store in heavy-duty zip lock bags, that can be stored in our cooler or one of the smaller cargo holds. I have also been saving the seeds from peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, squash and other vegetables and drying them so I can plant them in large flower pots this spring. I have found a lot of things will grow well in flower pots, window boxes and other containers. If you are ever near an Amish grocery store, go check them put. They are cheaper than a regular store, but don't except to find pristine cans of everything your favorite store has. But do except better prices and some suprises. I found candies and other products that I haven't seen in years and some locally made goods. It5 thr only place I grocery stop at now. The biggest cost we've had so far is trying to insulate this big girl (she's almost 29 feet) for the the winter. Oh my goodness the tales I could tell about that and the blizzard rippi g the insulationoff and more insulation having to be found and replaced! 🤦♀️ 😂 Stay warm and cozy and have fun! ♥
Thanks so much Shelia for sharing! Sounds as though your are doing an incredible job and we wish you and your husband the absolute best. We hope that your husband gets better soon. We were in Amish country in Lancaster County Pennsylvania in September and really enjoyed the people and the Amish grocery stores as well! The grocery stores were great and quite inexpensive! Thanks again!!
@@LetsTurnItUpWorld Thank you! That is awesome! We are in Douglas County Illinois, near Champaign. This wind though! My goodness, I was not prepared for all this wind. Chicago is not the windy place here! 😆 🤣 😂 I wish you guys the best, too! ❤️
We own a nice home in the SE US. She would like to start making trips to visit relatives once in a while. We don't have an RV yet, and I am on the fence about buying one because they are expensive, spend a lot of time not being used, are a headache for maintenance and upkeep, depreciate quickly, and fuel prices are going up. For us, I think renting is a better option. I think living full time in an RV is an individuals choice, so no criticism from me. We are retired and like relaxing in our real home, spending time on hobbies and little projects, making 1-2 day trips here and there, and enjoying retired life while we can.
How Crazy that even in the Snowy Winter Campgrounds are still Full! 😳
I have lived full time in my 5th wheel for 7 years. Now, the difference is, I'm full time parked in an RV park. I'm fully skirted and very comfortable. I live in the mountains of Colorado. I've done my share of, what I call, glorified weekend camping. I'd rather tent camp than RV camp. I retired 6 years ago and my situation has been a god send for me. I don't travel like I did when I was younger, but when I did, I'd either tent camp or stop at a motel, and yes, I have tent camped in the snow many times. You just have to do what suits you, but it's a beautiful experience.
Thanks for sharing this Pam. We enjoy hot tent camping. It's absolutely beautiful. You're right. You have to do what suits you. It's all about experiences that makes your happy! Thank you for watching. By the way be sure to follow our newsletter for up-to-date info on where we are, tips, latest video releases, new merch, and more plus the occasional funny photo of us. 😂 www.turnitupworld.com/newsletter
I bet living in the mountains of Colorado is peaceful and relaxing.
This is all quite sad. I have been hoping to get out there on the road when I retire before too long. I enjoy watching you guys having your awesome adventures. Thanks for taking us along.
Hey Esther. Thank you for watching. Glad you enjoy joining us on these adventures. We do appreciate that! By the way be sure to follow our newsletter for up-to-date info on where we are, tips, latest video releases, new merch, and more plus the occasional funny photo of us. 😂 www.turnitupworld.com/newsletter
Thank you for posting xx We are in an olde Victorian house. 'Where is that breeze coming from?" Wish you both the best x
Found you guys a few weeks ago. I still have to catch up on your previous vlogs. Love watching you two traveling about and taking us along for the ride.
Thanks Carol! Glad you and join us on the adventures. Happy New Year! By the way be sure to follow our newsletter for up-to-date info on where we are, tips, latest video releases, new merch, and more plus the occasional funny photo of us. 😂 www.turnitupworld.com/newsletter
@@LetsTurnItUpWorld Thanks for the info. I’ll check it out!
I love your videos so much. Great job, Tanya and Dave! You really do a excellent job explaining the pros and cons of RV living. You’ve become Pros over the past year! Let’s Turn It Up World! 🎉👏🏽🥳🏆❤
Thanks so much Candy! We are glad you are coming along with us in our journey!!
Good luck guys! We bought a small Rv during the pandemic. We still love it but aren’t able to just go whenever we wanted to like we did. The gas and overnight fees are terrible. The expense is huge!
There is a difference between FULL-TIME RV'r and FULL-TIME TOURIST. I have never stayed in a park more than a night, monthly is absurd. We(rv'rs) are self contained. Hook ups are for vacationers.
Hmmm! 🤔
Haha 😅
First time viewer of your videos. I must say great job! We travel a lot in our 5th wheel trailer in the summer but we would never consider living in it fulltime. Reasons we would never go fulltime Rv'ing. 1) We love camping and would never want to lose the thrill of going camping and enjoying our trailer as a get-a-way adventure 2) Our jobs 3) Costs associated with winter camping 4) Highway Traffic 5) Moving it all the time 6) Downsizing would be a really tough thing to do. Thanks again for your video.
What stops us is the other half loves his routines. Why I travelled the UK by myself, summer 2022.
You two really are great together! Y’all cheer up my day! We have a springdale mini & have it parked a couple hours from where we live. We treat it like a tiny getaway. When we go to the camper it’s so relaxing (it’s a small sized rv park, with amazing lake views) and it’s only 35 miles from the beach. The monthly rent is not bad at all since it’s an a rural area, but we like it because it’s so quite! Happy adventures y’all!!
That is awesome Esther - a little getaway tiny home in your camper van! Thanks for watching!!
Excellent Info. Thank You for sharing!
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There are some people that can't stop living in their vehicles because of high rent, and no other place to live. They must make it work, no matter what happens.
I watch a lot of rv, van life channels and just ran across yours. Love your vibe! I seriously considered a life of travel several years ago but it just wouldn't work financially. So sad to see things are even more out of reach now. However...I have found a wonderful home outside the US where my budget buys me a great, although stationary, life. I do get itchy feet and watching videos like yours allows me to sayisfy my wanderlust :-)
We are retired, and seasonally travel for 3/4 months at a time. I also full time RV'd in a 5th wheel for many years while working. I got rid of the big 5th wheel for many reasons. One, no where to park or stop while traveling. You are stuck campground to campground. Then face it, you live in a trailer park in many cases a very expensive one at that. We now travel in a 14' truck camper/ dual wheel truck set up and tow staying mostly in out of the way places. No one seems to notice it's an RV, not just a pickup with a shell. It has everything but a washer and dryer.
Traveled in a Class A a lot in the 70's and 80's. I could go anywhere, anytime, and never needed reservations including national parks in summer like Yellowstone and Shenandoah. I would never subject myself to what RVers deal with today. For my money, the RV lifestyle ship has already sailed.
Thanks William for sharing your experience, yes, it sounds as though RV life has really changed!
Full time for almost 13 years. Absolute best possible way to live. Like it, stay, don't like it, leave. Have never stayed without at least electric and water hookup.
Thanks Gerald! That’s awesome, 13 years. We are really enjoying RV life so far and have met many incredible RVers along the way already!
Hey guys! Wife and i have been fulltime in our rv for 5 years and counting. We mainly stay around here just outside the Vegas area. We've camp almost outside the city limits as we like less crowd and boondocking is for us. I would like to recommend checking rv parks in the Mesquite, NV(quite and has few casinos for eating, golfing,etc.) if all the Vegas ones are full.
I live in Mesquite. I think spots are available, but the parks are pretty full. Lots of people go to BLM land and park for free for a couple of weeks at a time. You need to be self-contained though.
Our daughter is buying a tow behind rv and we’re excited for family trips. She will park on our property so she can also have a quiet work from home space. She has rented her house out so has extra income. Thanks for your awesome videos. You two rock!! ❤️👍🏼👍🏼
It be better if a group of rv get together and buy a piece of land or a ranch. In the UK when we do this we but a big country estate and turn them into Apartments & share the land. 'landwatch'
Thanks for sharing that good information you do a good job on your videos they are fun to watch
Thanks for sharing yourpersonal adventures, truly entertaining.
I really enjoy the effort that is put into these videos! Keep it up.
We don't full time and have been without a travel trailer for about a year now. We've owned trailers since 2012 and would typically camp or destination travel 2 - 3 times per month and take a few two to three week trips per year. We have not been in a hurry to replace the trailer largely due to campsite availability. Well more like lack of availability. For years regardless of the season we could get weekend reservations at the two state parks we visit the most no more than a week or two in advance. With the exception of summer the same was true for private campgrounds we would use when visiting the coast or mountains. These days it is not uncommon to have to make reservation three, six or nine months in advance even during the off season. We intend to replace our trailer but will continue to go slow to see if campsite availability improves as the country normalizes back to something closer to pre-COVID behaviors.
It's a necessity for some people living in a van. That's their best option and there is such a thing as being happy with just a "roof over your head". Adaptation is the key to success. It's what you make it. It's not without problems, but such is life. Try learning from other people who are in similar circumstances what they're doing and researching ahead of time. The best of luck to you. Stay safe and be well.
I'm sure these very nice people enjoy a nice big income so that probably helps. To me they seem to spend an awful lot that I would never spend.
I used to full time RV then I bought some wilderness land and parked my RV on it had a well drilled so I am on well water just like a stick and brick I don't use propane, on 100% solar for heating, cooking, also have big backup generator also. I am lucky enough to be able to have my spot as my home address as no zoning restrictions where I'm living, I have composting toilet so no black tank to dump my, waste water is recycled to water my crops so no gray tank neither.
That’s great Gordon, sounds as though you have an incredible set up. Congratulations! We could learn a lot from you!!
I don’t have a rig but I was thinking of getting a stealth one like a van or truck camper and now I know that’s the right choice so I can avoid rv parks lol also I will be getting an above ground fire solution and a jetboil style camping grill so I don’t have to go crazy with the propane. You bns get a 4 pack of the little butane bottles for cheap and they last a decent amount of time. Camp meals are my favorite! Going vegan also saves money and those grilled veggie recipes are the best ! Just a few suggestions
Everything is inflated or unavailable. At least when I was "camping" as a long haul trucker, I was paid to "camp". I'm retired now and living in the Philippines, low cost, good life.
I am not a full timer and hopefully I will never be. The main reason most full time, is for a cheaper way to live. Not paying a rent or mortgage, but they are not building equity either, and RVs have a short life span when you think about it. As far as food costs, no matter how you live food costs will always be an issue. I love to RV for vacations, but not full timing.
Thanks for the heads up. That thumbnail freaked me out for a minute! 😂
My brother-in-law wants to do this when he retires in a few years. My sister is trying to change his mind. Have referred them to your videos. 👍
BTW, I too love eggs but 5.99 a dozen is crazy. Unfortunately it's like that everywhere. Sometimes get lucky. Using my earned rewards points to get free Lucerne doz eggs each month. Earned alot of points last month buying gift cards so that has helped this month's food budget. Gotta do what ya gotta do.
At one time, I once considered getting into the RV world. I love camping and fishing the rivers and lakes. And camping out of an RV is so ideal for that. I’m referring to camping out a handful of times during the year, not full-time. Unfortunately, when you add up the expense of RV-ing, it’s not really worth it. For the trouble, it only makes sense to stay in a hotel, and just visit the area for a number of days, and move on.
Full time RV-ing is definitely a lifestyle changer, compared to house or apartment living. Unfortunately, depends on where you’re at, City wise, RV-ers are not really appreciated to stay long if not at an designated RV accommodation site.
It’s a feeling of being homeless with nowhere to really call home. But still we move on. Good luck with your adventures ✌🏽😃
Your comment was very interesting and does make one think. It's so romantic to think we can just keep moving on from one destination to another like " a rolling stone" I think it has to be ingrained into a person! Costwise it is starting to be unpractical. Who wants to live in a Walmart parking lot? THose that still have a home base,I'm sure are paying for their taxes or apartment too. Seems unfeasable. I love watching though and dreaming !
@@MissMerriloo
Life is but a dream. Live it !
I guess the moral of the story is the expense of living and taxes are forever in our lives. We never stop Paying until we get on the bus.
I heard sometime ago Walmart stopped allowing overnight RV-ing in their parking lot.
Having had experience traveling by car on a long trip, I’ve found most local law enforcement always recommend to get a hotel for temporary accommodations. I’ve found that at night every area has their night people looking for trouble or something to get into.
Just to let you know, never park or park/sleep at any highway turnouts. These are turnouts for big rigs 🚛 and they do use them. Always park elsewhere. Just to be safe.
I live in an RV (trailer) 14’x7’6” for 2 yrs + (-2014-2016+). I loved it. Plains were to live, 3 to 5 was in one location then move on. It did not work out like that, I just went with the flow. Now I’m looking at going back for at least six months out of each year. It’s not full-time, but who knows. This time I’m looking at a Motor RV, large enough to have a real kitchen. but, who knows? This time I will have one dog, and at least two cats. The first time I traveled with one dog, and three chickens.
Wow, that’s amazing, three chickens? What was that like? Where was the favorite place you have RVed so far? Thanks!
Love the video. It was a pleasure meeting you both Sunday. You both are very kind and absolutely wonderful.
Thank you! We appreciate that. Hope you had a great time in Vegas. By the way be sure to follow our newsletter for up-to-date info on where we are, tips, latest video releases, new merch, and more plus the occasional funny photo of us. 😂 www.turnitupworld.com/newsletter
Thanks so much guy's, trying to gather as much information to give it a full time try this December, going south. At 71 (male solo), I worry about $ going full time. But guess what, I sit here in my rented house, and worry about $. Stopped drinking and smoking 13yrs. ago, got my health back. Not gonna waste one more day.🤞
Price of gas is the #1 reason, no doubt about that if pulling a rig & spending $3-5 just to go 10 miles, that adds up real quick.
The price of gas has been tough for sure. We ended up way above our gas budget this past year because of the price surge.
Because you are on the road RVing I would hope you travel back roads? Back roads are the places you find way side markets with fresh veggies and farm fresh eggs. At much lower prices. You can usually find eggs around 2..50 to 3:00 dollars a dozen. My wife and I are not big fans of cold weather. So we stay more the southern regions of the country mostly Fl. Where wayside produce stands are everywhere. Much more convenient shopping for some or the basic foods. We have even found some of the larger flea markets will have organic raised meats. Hope this is helpful , Happy Camping!
We used to use our RV every weekend, but not much anymore because we moved to the place we vacationed.
This has convinced me we need to sell. It's a 40ft diesel and I can't even imagine the costs associated with using it anymore. Bummer
Thanks Jacinda for sharing, do you miss your RV adventures at all?
@@LetsTurnItUpWorld absolutely. We made some wonderful memories in that RV.
The way Tanya twirled and made Dave have the biggest smile...that was so cool. They are adorbs I pray these two just keep on RVing into their twilight years. Good job !❤
Hi, Tanya, Dave, Brady, and Bailey 😺..., No 'RV" life for me..., too much trouble and hassle ! ! There is always something..., don't need the additional stress, anxiety, and extra expenses... I'll stick to a ( working cattle ranch ) and the beauty of Montana and a big ranch house with peace and quiet, and paid off... No neighbors for miles and all directions... My American cowhands and Mexican ( vaqueros ) are both Cowboys and love Montana... Last year in December..., I did not go to the ( NFR ) in Las Vegas..., because some of my ( vaqueros ) wanted to visit their families in Mexico for Christmas. Little short-handed. The "snow-capped" Rocky Mountains on the Continental Divide and wildlife are fine with me... * Excellent video and very informative, and "Thank you" for sharing the video... Love you both..., " Semper Fi " Mike in Montana P.S.: "Tanya"..., Lots of ( green ) in the spring and summer months, as far as the eye can see... We have chickens on the ranch and that takes care of eggs... Montana..., still has more cattle and horses than people... :)
I quit full time RVing because it was costing me over $100 per day, mostly due to gas. God bless you.
Thanks for sharing this helpful information. Love your videos. Safe travels.
You’re welcome Ray! We are glad you found the video helpful! Thanks so much!!
I'm definitely not an RV person but nice to know about the whole reservation camping system.
Thanks Zion, glad you found the video helpful!
There is a Costco, not too far from the Oasis RV resort / uhaul that your at, that you can get propane from. It's on St. Rose in Henderson. They don't have diesel. I live close to the Oasis, in Las Vegas. Thanks for the video
First of all, you two 11:10 are the cutest couple! We actually desire a big rig but now not sure due to all that you mentioned. So far, we put the brakes on RVing but we're watching incase our mindset changes! I subscribed so convince me!!!
I knew all this was going to happen many years ago. Yet. Also. I always had problems with finding good camping sites. I love to fish. Always the spaces next to lakes are taken up. Even though those people themselves don't fish or use any type of water craft. This is what I did. I have been to almost all states. Seen almost all of that. Did most of all of that. Yet. I love my camping and fishing. I have a home here. I wanted land that would feel like the place where I would love to camp and relax. With fishing close by. The land I bought wasn't sold for two years. I got a deal. Yet. It's 11.5 acres. At today price. You only get a lot. A normal house size lot. It is a vacation. Takes 13 plus hours to get there. I am getting my travel time as well. I bought me an RV camp sight with no rules and regulations. No, sorry we are full. I know I can get there. Then relax. Enjoy my time there. Enjoy what is around there that it has to offer. I watched one of my most favorite mountains go from almost no one camping and fishing on it. To. Always totally full. 4 lakes very easily to get to. Again. Now I don't care. I have 11.5 acres to camp where ever I want to. That's how I handled it. Thanks for sharing. I know now I made the correct decisions.
1st time at your channel. Great job. We are fulltimers going on 2 years. We have a homebase for 9 months and snowbird to warmer places Jan-April. Love it.
I'm doing full time RV out in New England and the only thing that's changed is I have to stay Stationary for longer than I'd like but it's not the end of the world you can find places that are outside of the norm that will let you park if you know the right people
I was going to buy a teardrop trailer and hit the road until inflation hit like never before and supply chain problems so I was afraid if something broke, I couldn’t repair it. Gas, oil changes and other auto maintenance tripled in cost.
Shop at Trader Joe's or Aldi or get eggs from the farmers markets. Always buy pasture-raised eggs. They're the healthiest for you. Organic eggs just means their feed is organic. That doesn't mean they're from pastured hens that have to scratch the ground for bugs and grub and grass to feed on. Cage-free and free-range eggs are about the same. When are you going to Colorado for skiing? Aspen?
Thanks Deniz for the tips about pasture raised eggs! We are not sure when we are heading to Colorado for skiing, but we would love to!
@@LetsTurnItUpWorld Nothing better than Colorado powder. It's the best skiing more than anywhere else around the globe. Global warming has ruined skiing on the continent. And the drive from Vegas is fantastic! Pop by Glenwood Springs too. Vail/Eagle county is red hat country. Aspen village is where all the fun is happening. Especially during the lads ski week which began Sunday! Get the posh ski clothes at the thrift shops! Take the coach from Aspen village to Snowmass for skiing and snowboarding for all levels but do not stay there. Checkout the scene at the Little Nell and St Regis. Avoid people from Denver. They're just looking for a place to crash for the weekend. Not kidding. They drive into Aspen with no accomodations and get busy trying to work a place to stay. I've witnessed it dozens and dozens of times! It should also be better at the ski resorts now without the Rushins. Enjoy those pasture-raised eggs from the farmers markets!