We Need a Break From The Prius Camper...
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A lot of people say that a road trip is the true test of a relationship and you guys are absolutely thriving. Thanks for being such a great inspiration to those with wanderlust out there.
Haha well I would say those people are right… just being becoming parents. 😅
I fully agree with you 😊
There is something to keep in mind though. What we're seeing is still filtered. As viewers we may not see moments where things don't go very smoothly between them. It could be that they show exactly how they are all the time, but we can't know that with certainty.
I have parents who literally never fight and who communicate properly just like Leah and Levi, so I do believe that what we see is an accurate representation of how they generally are off camera. And even if it isn't accurate, the way they bring it is still inspiring since it is achievable 😊
Couldn't relate to this more! I always say that living out of a vehicle is like being in survival mode constantly. The never ending daily decisions of 'Where should we eat?' 'Where can we use the bathroom?' 'Is this a safe neighborhood?' etc take up more mental space than many would think. So having a few days off is such a game-changer! Glad you got to enjoy it 😊
Hahaha yeah you know what it’s like. 😅 bet you’re enjoying a bit of a break from it too! 🙏🏼❤️
my 2 cents - if the action packer is stable, ignore your OCD and don't mess with it - while it isn't carrying too much weight, each time you bend metal it weakens more - love your respite and look forward to seeing more of your adventures!
Levi, he’s spot on.. don’t let the ocd dictate Function is all that matters in this case. It’s like stains in a rug; they are part of the stories of the rug and you really should consider this a trivial event considering the car is intact after 6 months of driving in mexico
@@pglatt clean the rug - that's just wrong :-)
@@BOBSCOTTONLINE My husband collects rugs from Central Asia and was told this by families who sell him rugs; they love to tell him a story about how each stain happened, a history of generations of family living and love. It is about letting go of perfection and alignment especially when correction is only to serve a discomfort of ocd-ish nature. Damage helps to be less materially attached but doesn’t mean you dont take care nor clean the rug!
Not just the metal but doesn’t hurt to check the welding for cracks.
i’m so glad you guys had a break!! Decision fatigue is REAL. ❤
Hahaha yeah it’s a weird thing to complain about when the decisions are about where to enjoy yourself but it’s true! 😅
When I saw the "Rosa Venus" soap on the sink of that Airbnb I immediately thought "cheap". That soap is incredibly cheap here in Mexico and is mostly used in cheap motels.
Hahaha noting this for the future places we stay in 😅
Ah I'm happy the second half of the video was filled with happier moments for the both of you, you guys deserve it! I could feel that sense of fatigue in the first part and I'm happy you both got a nice break to recharge. Clean car and fresh excited faces at end, keep up the great videos and safe travels!!
Thank you! It’s been a lot but we’re making it work 😅🙏🏼
The bent hitch: it depends on the composition of the metal, but trying to bend it back could make the metal brittle.
Hmmmm ok thanks we’ll have to look into this a bit more sounds like
Happy new year, guys. I’m glad you had a rest and recharge and I’m looking forward to seeing where you go next.
Thank you! Glad to have you along with us for the journey 🥰🙏🏼
I love how he says "we". Not "she did it" or "I did it" !! ❤️❤️ Together as one "we did it" ❤️❤️
Hahah even when I back into a pole 🥰 😅
@@LeahandLevi #relationshipGoals
I just love your honesty. As a mum I need to get away of my beloved familiy for a day or two at times. Just to reload and not having to plan and organize and cook and clean and.... So good decision, you two!!
[, my mom used to live in Merida- really lovely city! I believe it is pronounced MER- ih-da- emphasis in the first syllable. There are some gorgeous beaches nearby.
Yes, accent on the first syllable MERida
If I were in your shoes I would have needed this break a lot sooner that to say that you both are doing a great job. I hope you guys had a truly great rest. Good for you guys for taking a rest when you really needed one!!
Thanks for being here! 🥰🙏🏼
2:29 "not the last hitch in our plans" I see what you did there....
Leah literally said “we’ll I’m sure you’re proud of yourself for that one” 😅
We stayed at that very same hotel in Merida! It is such an MAZING place, specially considering the price!!…sad you had a bad experience at that Airbnb. There are ton of quality chic hotels without having to pay the ridiculous Airbnb fees. Glad you made it there. Great little spot to experience the city.
Merida is stunning! the centros are all amazing, the malls nearby have a lot if it rains and you need entertainment, and for dinner on a Saturday evening Casa Maya is the vibe! Pichete is a stunning roof top view, in the main centro, but the service can be a little slow :)
I just got my brand new 2022 Prius, a few weeks ago (after a six month waitlist!) I love it so much, but it's so over-the-top high tech, and I love seeing your somewhat simpler dash and console. And, of course, I enjoyed this episode as much as all the others. Thanks for bringing us along on the adventure!
Wild! Congrats on the new car, I’m sure it’s looovely 🥰
I haven’t tuned into a video in a while! I’m so glad you had a little recharge and I hope you have smooth sailing for the next stop!
I hope you left a truthful evaluation of the nasty Airbnb location. There have been a few times when I have gotten into nasty locations (London and David come to mind) where the yuck factor was ground in, so the places must have been nasty for a while, but recent reviews are ridiculously positive.
As a slob, if I say something is nasty, you KNOW it's bad.
My husband used to give me a hard time when I booked nicer (more expensive) places. But he has learned A) You get what you paid for and if it’s yucky, l’ll complain non-stop; and B) Happy wife, happy life. 😅
(Side note, We prefer VRBO over AirBNB. )
We are also at the point of our lives that we have no guilt about just chilling a day or two while on vacation. We don’t have to run around and see everything, everywhere. Glad you two are taking care of yourselves.
I’ve never used VRBO. What makes it different/better than Airbnb?
@@autismworldtravel
It has been our experience that the properties are better maintained and the owners are far more responsive. More importantly, if something goes wrong with the rental or any issues, VRBO provides customer support and satisfaction.
@@yvonnekr ok thanks, I’ll have to try them in the future.
So finding second hand in Mexico is sometimes hard but because there’s a fair amount of textile manufacturing in Mexico so it’s just a better option (price wise) to buy new than second hand. Best of luck to you both. Please stay safe! 🙏🏻
That’s a good point! Thanks for the comment 🙏🏼🥰
@@LeahandLevi I was thinking, for Leah, maybe buy regular jeans and cut them into shorts. Maybe better options?
Eeek! I would definitely not put your bags on the bed when you first get to an air bnb, especially one with cleanliness issues. Best practice to check the bedding for bed bugs before putting bags down
Gotta do what you gotta do! The college I attended actually had a study abroad term students could apply for and one of the locations was Merida. Friends that did that had a great experience - it's something I wish I had done! Looks beautiful! Stay well!
Thank you! We’re loving it so far!
Great stuff guys! Glad you got some deserved break from the "routine"! Always useful, in any setup 👍
Ride on! For more trips!!
Great to have you back. Glad you enjoyed your much-deserved break!!
Glad you guys are ok, was a little concerned, missed your video last week!
I just found your page yesterday I really enjoyed it. Even subscribed. Than I saw this post thinking you guys aren’t going to car camp anymore. 😂
You guys deserve the break! I’m shocked u don’t have more subscribers.
Hey thanks for sticking around! We appreciate the comment 👍🏼🙋🏻♂️
Great decision you guys deserve a break so much. Love from Canada 🇨🇦
How nice to get the car cleaned and have a vegan restaurant around the corner. That food looked delicious. Now, I need to go out to the driveway and detail my Prius.
"Snugs and watch something" - so cute, Leah.
I get way to excited when I see the notification you guys have dropped another video. :) Good on you for taking a well deserved break in a hotel. Did you manage to get your $ back from that other Airbnb?
Thankfully yes but it’s always a hassle! 🤦🏻♂️ thanks for your support 🙏🏼
this is the reason why I insist on just staying at a well-established hotel group, you know what to expect.
A well deserved break! Hope your final 6 months are so much fun!
if you go to swapmeet “remate” you should be able to find lots of second hand things like clothes
Im pretty sure I stayed at that place in Merida 🙂
Love you guys! Im so inspired with your adventure. 💜
Hello! Have a new laptop battery, so back to commenting! Glad you were able to get some R&R especially after the series of events! I was wondering where you were on rainy Christmas Day (I was in CDMX visiting family), hope the hitch to the action packer is ok!
Guys you have to go to Tolantongo! That place is unreal!
11:51 omg LEAH
Another great video!! Looking forward to the next 6 months of adventures with you ❤
Thanks for being here! 🥰
So funny to see the word ‘gezellig’ on your arm! Really a bummer you didn’t come to the Netherlands this year!
We’ll be in the Netherlands again someday! 🥹
@@LeahandLevi wonderful! Come to Zutphen for a coffee and a chat! Would love to show you my beautiful town ✨
Dont bend back the rear carrier it will crack. Heat it with a torch and bend it back to straight. Watching from Saskatchewan at plus 3 today. Snow melting.
Ok that’s good to know! 😳 I think we might need to consult a professional for something like that
Yes or it becomes scrap
Yay! So happy you guys gave yourselves a proper, well-deserved, desperately-needed break. Also, I love the success metrics for buying clothes on the road: Not too douchey. 🤣🤣🤣
Check on your pronunciation of Merida. My Mexican sister-in-law pronounces it completely different. I have been to Merida years ago and it’s a nice city to spend some time.
Oh I’m sure we were wrong haha 😂 thanks though!
might be a good idea to get a camera for reversing mounted onto the cooler trailer thing
Levi has a Dutch word tatoed on his inner arm gezellig. I like that as a dutchie
I am so glad you guys went to Yucatan ! (:
Loving it here! 🥹❤️
. . . stoked! . . .
How are you managing to create and post all the Futureproof stuff while living and travelling full time out of a hatchback?!
It’s a whole thing… 😅
A well-deserved siesta. Take care.
Are you in Merida? Or is there another town called Marida? Sometimes i can't tell if it's your accent or another place. Either way glad you guys are giving yourself a true break!
Kudos for taking on such a Journey......in a PRIUS! So many other travel vlogging creators went with a small RV, van, or a hybrid part-time van life, part-time plane-train-bus travel lifestyle season-to-season.
Excited how your journey pans out whatever it takes!
Thanks! We’re stoked to get back at it! 👍🏼🥰
Second hand not a thing in Mexico??? Guys, how have you gone through the country without seeing flee markets everywhere? I will say, it may not seem very sanitary, and you gotta know where to look and have patience, but it's great! You can find great pieces super cheap.
Really? We haven’t seen anything like that? Where are they?
How much does Prius detailing cost?
$100 pesos!
You both looked so relaxed and refreshed!!! Plus that meal looked great!!!
Guys, I think you should make Omaze your next Future Proof.
Yeah, I’m not so sure how much actually goes to charity, unless Omaze has gotten better over the last few years.
From our brief look it seems legit to us unless I’m missing something? Thanks for the tip tho 🧐
Wouldn’t hurt at at all to have a second look.
I'm a newbie You guys are Soo 😎 🆒 enjoying your journey! My husband and I traveled similarly to you almost 40 + yrs ago and wish we could do it Again if we could win a sprinter hubby has entered through other channels!
Actually, that's not fine even for half a day. Dirty is never good where you're staying. Glad you found a better spot.
Leah, I love your daisy shirt! Where is it from? :)
Wishing you the best ❤
Thank you! 🥰🥹
a well-needed break! I don't think I'd want to leave in just 4 days. haha *QUESTION* How much did the car wash/detailing cost?
$100 pesos plus we gave them a big tip 👍🏼
@@LeahandLevi crazy cheap!
I don’t know who’s cuter out of these two
Me and my wife are homeless. Not by choice. You two have amazing privilege. I myself am looking for the nearest bridge.
Were very sorry to hear this. Obviously we aren’t trying to glamorize homelessness. We are extremely fortunate to be where we are and to be able to travel in this way. Hopefully your situation improves soon. 🙏🏼
Thanks for showing the other side of the coin.
These people embody privilege.
I can't believe that six months have gone so quickly!
You’re telling us!
I love your content so much.
Merida?
Great video!
Decision fatigue is real. You deserved this rest.
I’m loving these videos!!! Just wondering who in handling you house while you’re away? I know some has moved in but what if something needs to be addressed such as if something breaks or if the tenants wanted to leave early?
Thanks for the comment ❤️ yeah we have tenants who are super lovely and our little community around us has been awesome in helping them with stuff or responding to any issues. 👍🏻
Do you speak Dutch? Just noticed the Gezellig tattoo.
No sadly but my ancestors are Dutch and I spent 6 months in Utrecht where I got this tattoo. 🥰
Ill buy😮 your prius
This week…a bit of a soap opera. Real world catches up or not so real world. ?? Hope you can get back to some fun things. It’s a real journey in close (really really close) quarters. Travel safe.
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I was going to suggest to go to Bacalar, but I saw you guys already where there.
I’m often in Bacalar, cause family own a place up there. It’s such a beautiful place.
I think you tourist are super nice when it comes to complaining about a place that’s not good enough. I think you guys should be more demanding about things like this. It helps creating jobs as they’ll need to hired personal to keep places up to proper standards. So don’t be scared to demand 🧼 that place was 🤢
We’ve been loving Bacalar! What a beautiful and welcoming place. What a gift you have to come here often 🥰🙏🏼
Fantastic Bacalar
Most couples can't get along living in a house. I hope you didn't expect it to be all wine and roses...
Gezellig 😉
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I'm surprised that your shorts only lasted 6 months. You know they make more durable clothing, right? I have shorts that are 5 years old and still going strong after a lot of travel.
Yeah actually this was a test for me. I wanted to try the Hemp blend from Patagonia and sadly my experience was not great. Loved the cut and the feel but they wore out pretty dang fast. That being said, I'm pretty hard on clothes and this was one of two pairs worn basically non stop for 6 months haha
Without her glasses!
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It’s so weird how you pronounce Mérida 😂😂 I know you learnt Spanish and just as a tip, the acento is there for a reason: you should stress the first syllable (MErida)
I will be glad when you get back to the States. I've never been impressed with Mexico and having to feel like people are out to rip you off. Also, I would not feel safe in a country that the laws are based fraud.
So wait... you spent the year living out of a car, some of which where wallyworld parking lots, but "this AirBNB is like, gross" ?
Hahaha if you’re going to pay for a room it better be cleaner than our car 😅
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I'm glad the shorts that you bought, Levi, aren't too "douchey" :) Ha!. Maybe you should wear them in the shower!! Sorry, French language joke.
Haha I've actually been speaking a lot of French on this trip because there's a lot of French Canadians and French travellers in mexico surprisingly. It's been awesome 👍🏻
Hit the other side of your rack and bend it back...lol.
Levi, you sound so down. Why are you doing this to yourself?
Maybe you should treat yourself to a short vacation every three months.
aren't they worried that when they put the camera down to film themselves somebody's going to steal it.
Need a break from Prius camper for a full week? Rookies lol I’ve been doing this full time for 4 years and boo-hoo leaving a perfectly good room for minimal issues. That’s rich mentality to the max.
We all have different comfort levels! 👍🏼
Leaving a nasty room isn't rich mentality. It's not being ok with nastiness. I grew up poor as crap but we were clean. The fact that you're not has nothing to do with your finances.
@@serenityjewel wasn’t even bad.