You guys are doing it right. We bought our second home in Arizona, but summer heat was too much, so we bought our third home in Germany. Winter in Arizona and summer in Germany.
Congratulations! We got out of Washington State 5 years ago. I can't say it was easy on one level, as we were born and raised there and my family goes back three generations. We had our careers there, raised our family there but it was just time for a change. We now have a home in Northern Utah and one about 30 minutes from Zion National Park in Southern Utah. Coming from the way to many grey, dreary, rainy days it has been the best decision ever. For those of us that appreciate the desert, I look forward to seeing you desert adventures! Cheers.
I sub’s because you were one of the few doing PNW. There is a lot of AZ and other desert content. Bummer for me. Happy for you. We do like to snowbird but in summer, late spring and early fall, PNW is best for me. Glad there will still be some PNW adventures but ya got me spinning on the video title.
Born and raised in AZ for 33 years. Moved to southern OR 10 years ago. Moving back to AZ this year to be with family and I’m excited to explore the desert again. You found a nice home there.
Thanks man! You'll be happy to hear I'm editing a new adventure video ft. the LX as we speak. It felt so good to get her back on the trail where she belongs!!
Lived in Arizona from about 5-18yrs old. Graduated High School from Saguaro High School in Scottsdale. My besr friend I've known since Kindergarten still lives in Mesa. AZ has always held a special place in my heart. Haven't been back in about 22 years though. The AZ BDR is definitely on the short list to tackle. 😉
AZ BDR is definitely on our list as well! TBH, Arizona was never on my list of places to want to come to until about 5 years ago. A spring trip down here radically changed my perspective on Arizona. Absolutely fell in love with the desert, the landscapes, and it doesn't hurt that they have In N Out down here 😂
That's pretty awesome! Long term goals, seasonal living, real estate investments, and freedom to explore all of the West from two vantage points!!!!!! Jealous lol, that's awesome!!!
Yeah, this has been a goal of ours for quite a while. Especially having a "basecamp" to explore the Southwest. I think between WA and AZ, pretty much everything west of the Rockies is within a days reach!
As a PNWer looking to become a winter snowbird and buy a second home in a sunnier location where outdoor adventures are still nearby, any areas around Phoenix metro to recommend?
We're big fans of the Chandler / Gilbert area. 15-20 mins from the airport, downtown Gilbert & Chandler both have pretty fun vibes, and the Tonto National Forest is only about 30-40 mins away. Honestly though, the entire Phoenix metro area is surrounded by regional parks. Tons of hiking and outdoor adventures to be had within about 20 mins of the area.
Might have to do that one of these days! It's crazy how many places we can get to in a handful of hours now. SoCal, Southern Utah, Colorado .... pretty excited to have so much quicker access to the Southwest now!
By the end of the video I was like oh can’t wait to come visit and get out of this Seattle wet weather then remembered we aren’t actual friends in real life. 😂
@WheretoNextOverland I'm in the tri-corner as I call it... Right on the border of North phoenix, North Peoria, and North Glendale. 15 min south of Anthem.
Maybe you have mentioned it already but am just curious what do you both do for a living? I just assumed the common "I work in IT" answer everyone around Seattle says but thats just assuming
DEFINITELY not IT. Both Christine and I are pretty hopeless with technology, haha. I really hate the word 'entrepreneur', but I guess that might be the most fitting word to use? We own a handful of businesses and after 15 years of busting our butts, they have started to afford us more time freedom and location independence. Maybe if enough people are interested, we'll make a video sharing more details at some point in the future
Because for 6 months of the year, it's a much better place to be for all of our outdoor hobbies (camping, offroading, motorcycles & cars). The other 6 months? Yeah ... a total hell hole. But we'll be in the PNW for those months. So it's kinda perfect
@BuckinLifeoffroad totally. I'm actually looking forward to exploring some of the higher elevation spots in late spring/ early summer. I just know I don't wanna be in the valley then haha
@@WheretoNextOverland I always head to higher elevations in the summer. That's the beauty of AZ. In the winter I even go skiing up north, then come 2 hours back south to Phoenix and it's 75 degrees out. If you ever feel like collaborating on some Adventures, let me know. I know lots of great spots. Congrats on the house and welcome to beautiful AZ!
Arizona has some outstanding natural beauty but Arizona had more rude and angry people than any of the 40 states I’ve been to, maybe that’s what 113 consecutive days of 100 degree weather does to people. It’s a nice place to visit but you couldn’t pay me to live there.
You guys are doing it right. We bought our second home in Arizona, but summer heat was too much, so we bought our third home in Germany. Winter in Arizona and summer in Germany.
Summer in Germany doesn't sound bad at all!
@WheretoNextOverland it's not bad at all, except wild camping is prohibited so any camping is done at established campgrounds.
Congratulations! We got out of Washington State 5 years ago. I can't say it was easy on one level, as we were born and raised there and my family goes back three generations. We had our careers there, raised our family there but it was just time for a change. We now have a home in Northern Utah and one about 30 minutes from Zion National Park in Southern Utah. Coming from the way to many grey, dreary, rainy days it has been the best decision ever. For those of us that appreciate the desert, I look forward to seeing you desert adventures! Cheers.
Southern Utah is one of my favorite places on earth. Excited that we've now got our LX just a few hours drive away!
Glad to have you guy's!
I sub’s because you were one of the few doing PNW. There is a lot of AZ and other desert content. Bummer for me. Happy for you. We do like to snowbird but in summer, late spring and early fall, PNW is best for me. Glad there will still be some PNW adventures but ya got me spinning on the video title.
Hahaha, yeah, the title was borderline, I'll admit. But yeah, PNW videos will probably outnumber AZ videos 5/1 for now. So don't worry ....
This is a good call! We love the PNW, but will likely travel south too for more sunshine. 😊
It turns out those Snowbirds know what's up!
I'm so excited to see your exploration in the PNW and SW now. Safe travels and Godspeed!
Thanks so much! We can't wait to explore more down here (and in the PNW of course)
Congratulations to you guys and your new AZ home!
Thank you so much 😀
I came across your videos last week while off on Christmas vacation, I’ve binged watched several and plan to be along for the future. 🎉
Love it! Welcome to the channel, glad to have you here. Cheers 🍻
Born and raised in AZ for 33 years. Moved to southern OR 10 years ago. Moving back to AZ this year to be with family and I’m excited to explore the desert again. You found a nice home there.
AZ definitely won us over. Excited to spend more time here. It's the perfect contrast to the PNW
Wife is always right! 😂 congrats on the house! You got the best of both worlds for Overlanding, more rain and more sun 🤙
Hahaha, that's the truth. Inching closer to my goal of being able to camp in 60-70 degree temps 365 days a year 😂
what a home 10/10, can't wait for more content in Arizona and to see the OG LEXUS
Thanks man! You'll be happy to hear I'm editing a new adventure video ft. the LX as we speak. It felt so good to get her back on the trail where she belongs!!
@@WheretoNextOverland awesome man cant wait for the release keep up the great content !!!!!!
Yes! More Arizona content, please!
It's comin'!
Congratulations.....not a nad idea.
Arizona is pretty, we are looking to visit there hopefully this year.
AZ totally exceeded all my expectations for outdoor activity & natural beauty. It's shockingly pretty here
Lived in Arizona from about 5-18yrs old. Graduated High School from Saguaro High School in Scottsdale. My besr friend I've known since Kindergarten still lives in Mesa. AZ has always held a special place in my heart. Haven't been back in about 22 years though. The AZ BDR is definitely on the short list to tackle. 😉
AZ BDR is definitely on our list as well! TBH, Arizona was never on my list of places to want to come to until about 5 years ago. A spring trip down here radically changed my perspective on Arizona. Absolutely fell in love with the desert, the landscapes, and it doesn't hurt that they have In N Out down here 😂
Good luck, hope to run into you on the Seattle area trails.
Thanks! If you do, stop & say hi. Cheers 🍻
Congratulations!! 🎉
Thank you!
That's pretty awesome! Long term goals, seasonal living, real estate investments, and freedom to explore all of the West from two vantage points!!!!!! Jealous lol, that's awesome!!!
Yeah, this has been a goal of ours for quite a while. Especially having a "basecamp" to explore the Southwest. I think between WA and AZ, pretty much everything west of the Rockies is within a days reach!
Excellent!
Very cool pad! Close enough to maybe see ya at a meetup!
Oh yeah? Are you in SoCal, or am I making that up?
As a PNWer looking to become a winter snowbird and buy a second home in a sunnier location where outdoor adventures are still nearby, any areas around Phoenix metro to recommend?
We're big fans of the Chandler / Gilbert area. 15-20 mins from the airport, downtown Gilbert & Chandler both have pretty fun vibes, and the Tonto National Forest is only about 30-40 mins away. Honestly though, the entire Phoenix metro area is surrounded by regional parks. Tons of hiking and outdoor adventures to be had within about 20 mins of the area.
Congratulations!
What part of Arizona, if you don't mind me asking
Thanks! We are just SE of Phoenix
welcome to Arizona
Love it here.
Now you're a few hours away from me instead of a day or two 😃
Gotta do a Southwest group run 🙌🏻
Might have to do that one of these days! It's crazy how many places we can get to in a handful of hours now. SoCal, Southern Utah, Colorado .... pretty excited to have so much quicker access to the Southwest now!
By the end of the video I was like oh can’t wait to come visit and get out of this Seattle wet weather then remembered we aren’t actual friends in real life. 😂
🤣 best comment so far!
We live in Tacoma; and I was thinking the same thing! Ha
Well that was a suprising awakening.
Hopefully not a bad one? Haha
@@WheretoNextOverland yeah hope so too!! Hope things go well.
We're just tryin' to do the snowbird thing. We'll still be in the PNW the majority of the year
@@WheretoNextOverland Ah that makes sense. I love the PNW. Hope to explore it soon.
@FullsendOffroad yeah, us too. No way I could see myself leaving completely. But I can totally do without the rainy winters haha
Very cool house.
Thanks. TBH it still seems kinda surreal that it's ours
I can't imagine trying to keep up two homes, not to mention pay the property taxes. Best of luck.
Reese’s… I knew I loved Christine
The only people who don't like Reese's are serial killers or telemarketers. Those are just facts.
@ lmao indisputable
What part of AZ?
Just SE of Phoenix
@WheretoNextOverland I'm in the tri-corner as I call it... Right on the border of North phoenix, North Peoria, and North Glendale. 15 min south of Anthem.
nice house congratulations
Thanks!
@WheretoNextOverland who knows maybe we'll bump into you guys since I have friends in az or unless you come down to el paso on the way to big bend.
Arizona!
That's what the sign says.
Maybe you have mentioned it already but am just curious what do you both do for a living? I just assumed the common "I work in IT" answer everyone around Seattle says but thats just assuming
DEFINITELY not IT. Both Christine and I are pretty hopeless with technology, haha.
I really hate the word 'entrepreneur', but I guess that might be the most fitting word to use? We own a handful of businesses and after 15 years of busting our butts, they have started to afford us more time freedom and location independence.
Maybe if enough people are interested, we'll make a video sharing more details at some point in the future
being in 120 degrees will encourage you to go out and explore up north where it’s cooler lmao
Yeah, that'd be a pretty good motivator. Haha
So you are able to afford two houses?? What do you all do for a living?!??
That's not what's unreal. What's unreal is that awful gas mileage you get in that Lexus! Lol.
Awful is being kind 🤣. I doubt the bad O2 sensor i didn't replace before we left did us any favors either lol
Seriously, why would you move to that desert hell hole? 😟
Because for 6 months of the year, it's a much better place to be for all of our outdoor hobbies (camping, offroading, motorcycles & cars).
The other 6 months? Yeah ... a total hell hole. But we'll be in the PNW for those months. So it's kinda perfect
Not all of AZ is desert or miserably hot during the summer. Even in Phoenix , it's only too hot for 3 or 4 months...
@BuckinLifeoffroad totally. I'm actually looking forward to exploring some of the higher elevation spots in late spring/ early summer. I just know I don't wanna be in the valley then haha
@@WheretoNextOverland I always head to higher elevations in the summer. That's the beauty of AZ. In the winter I even go skiing up north, then come 2 hours back south to Phoenix and it's 75 degrees out. If you ever feel like collaborating on some Adventures, let me know. I know lots of great spots. Congrats on the house and welcome to beautiful AZ!
Arizona has some outstanding natural beauty but Arizona had more rude and angry people than any of the 40 states I’ve been to, maybe that’s what 113 consecutive days of 100 degree weather does to people. It’s a nice place to visit but you couldn’t pay me to live there.