Don’t forget…50k likes: he shaves; 10k comments: mustache STAYS 🙋🏻♀️😉 Happy New Year y’all! Thanks for listening to all of our thoughts 🤍 We are so excited to be back on TH-cam and are SO ready for 2022 adventures 🚐✈️ What are you most excited about this year?!
Having a “variety pack” of video topics is one of the reasons why I don’t get tired of your channel. Going back and forth to different passions keeps things fresh and not repetitive!
Couple thoughts here: I absolutely LOVE the variety in this channel. I love that there’s van life, international travel, and everything in between. So many times, we’re expected to live inside this box when outside the box is the place where there’s true freedom AND discovery. I’m sure MANY of my “fellow subscribers” will agree with me and say keep the variety coming. We’re going to like, watch, and maybe even share every one. 💛
@@lostamonglocals5382 OKAY?! Listen! They could make video on why green apples are better than red apples and I’m watching! Cuz Sis is gonna give us a good food review! Lol!
People don’t watch y’all for the travel or the physical stuff. They watch for you two. The travel, the van, the challenges is the set. You two are the main attraction. There’s no need to pigeonhole yourselves. Van-life stuff is awesome, but it doesn’t mean you can’t travel internationally as well. Y’alls’ personalities, relationship, enthusiasm, etc… That’s what’s important and that’s why we’re all here watching your videos. Try not to worry too much about doing the “correct” thing. Do the things y’all are excited about most. That will bring out the most passion and enthusiasm from both of you. That’s what makes the content so great. We love you guys. Not the just environment around you.
We watch because it’s YOU. It’s Kara and it’s Nate. Van, travel, shoot... cut down a tree and build a log cabin... doesn’t matter. Your audience loves you and return because of you. Thanks for a great 2021... and here’s to 2022!!
While watching this my wife audibly said to the TV, “We just love Kara and Nate! We don’t care what you do! We came for the travel videos but stayed because we love you!” Couldn’t agree more!
It’s a “whatever Kara and Nate decide to do that week” channel! I personally love the variety and am always so excited to see what you guys choose to do next! 💖
I love watching you guys find new experiences. Finding this and that challenge or foodstop or festival or even a historic place. Keep on being all over the place, just keep that beautiful chemistry on my screen 😁 you are great storytellers and I will keep watching as long as you guys keep posting.
I watch this channel for YOU. Whether you’re in the Van, travelling internationally, hanging with your family, I love to see the relationship between you two. I think to watch a video that you are enjoying making, makes it more enjoyable to watch. If you’re making something because you think you “should” even though you don’t “want” to, it is not fun to watch.
I think you underestimate the number of us that are here because we enjoy the two of you, your personalities and the interactions you have with each other and with people in the world. I haven't seen a video yet that I haven't enjoyed. Just keep doing what you are doing. Love your content.
I have always thought of you folks as having an experience themed channel; doing all those things that viewers have dreamed of doing, or dream of doing after seeing you do it. Introducing us to new things, reinterpretations of old things, showing the real side of what we thought we knew. No pressure.
We may have come for the travel adventures, the van-life, or the challenges, but we stayed because of Kara and Nate. You two are a breath of fresh air in a difficult time. You are living life, being authentic, sharing your enthusiasm, your vulnerabilities, your humor, your misgivings, your joy. Each video is a gift to us regardless of the topic, because the topic we care most about now is you. So, thank YOU for all the hard work you put into this channel. We love you!
I'll be honest when I say I've never really thought about WHAT this channel is but WHO this channel is. "Kara and Nate" is the channel and that's what I'm here for. I'll admit I love the van life content the most but your relationship, the way you tell your stories through your videos and your genuine passion / gratefulness / humbleness is what keeps me coming back. Also, the variety keeps things interesting - I never know what the next video will bring but I ALWAYS know it will be entertaining. Never change guys - or maybe I should say, "keep changing"!
I love that your channel doesn’t fit into a box. It makes it more exciting wondering what adventure y’all will take us on next. Honestly, I would watch you if you just sat and talked to the camera like this every time. You guys feel like our friends! Don’t stress about your channel. Y’all do a great job and will do great even if there is no plan or “box”.
“Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” -Howard Thurman We’re here for whatever brings Kara and Nate joy, so go do it! Thank you for sharing that passion for life with us- we need it now more than ever.
GAGAGAGAGA I just disliked my own face because I am unpretty. HOWEVER: I always like my GOOD videos however. No dislikes allowed where I come from. Don't be mean, dear üau
I completely agree, I started crying when Kara thanked us again at the end for watching. They are two, absolutely amazing people, and I can't wait to see where life takes them! ❤️
You being all over the place is what makes the channel super interesting since you’re always doing something new. At the end of the day what matters is that whatever you’re doing makes you happy 😃
I'm here for the Kara and Nate adventures, whether it be in a van, on a plane, in a canoe. I feel in love with a couple that is just living life. Whatever the content, I'm excited to see what you two bring us in 2022!
I think I speak for a lot of us when I say that you could literally do anything with your channel and I would still watch, I love you guys and your personalities. Its like having two VERY adventurous, sweet, and funny new friends! Im looking forward to seeing what you two do with 2022!
Keeping an audience is about connecting with people. Some of the simplest videos can be the most interesting to watch. Don’t feel pressure to do crazy stunts or spend money on fancy things because that’s not what brings people back. Your core audience just wants to see Kara and Nate having fun and enjoying the regular adventures that life brings about. Super excited for the Nate’s grandpa van video!
This is such a great comment!! I truly think this really encapsulates why you have so many followers. We just come to watch the two of you because you’re such great people. Doesn’t matter what you do. We love it all
guys, just do you. Do what you want to do because your living the lives most of us dream of and we pick and choose (if we are lucky) parts of it to follow. Its always interesting and your such lovely people to watch.
I see your channel as a “Living life to the fullest” channel. It’s about the small things in life and achieving whatever you set forth for yourself. Love you both! And you guys have kept my fire to travel alive!
I knew your marriage was fine when Kara said (I think on her solo van trip), "They say absence makes the heart grow fonder but I'm already pretty fond." That was just so pure and sweet. I've just celebrated 40 years of marriage, and when you trust each other and want what's best for each other, sometimes it involves periods of separation to do different things. Great to see you back together, though! The way you interact is delightful.
The different style of content every week keeps me here. Often times when I see people who make Vanlife videos, they aren't doing much but living and seeing pretty sites, but the variety your channel brings keeps me watching. You show off so many events and activities that I didn't even know about and it's cool. You truly are a gem on this platform.
I totally understand you feeling "directionless" but I also want you to know that most of us literally don't mind when you guys change things up. You keep your channel interesting, and I love following your journey! This doesn't have to be a van channel, a travel channel, whatever channel, we just need a KARA AND NATE CHANNEL! No matter what you're doing, you always find a way to make a great video...even the videos you think aren't great, to me they are. I've never been bored here, and I thank you for that. :) Happy New Year!
Y’all still do fit in a particular “box” on TH-cam. Y’all are a travel channel it does not have to be broken down into sub set like international or van life or what have you. Just travel and be yourself that’s why we are all here. Cause y’all are doing a great job keep it up!
I’ve been watching you guys for four years now, And I can confidently say I never get bored with the content you guys post; no matter what I’m here to stay. Love you two! Stay awesome.
Arctic Video Suggestion if you’d like🥶: a cheap way to get to the Arctic is to drive the Dempster Highway in Canada up past the Arctic Circle to the Arctic Ocean in Tuktoyaktuk, NT. The Dempster Highway is one of the only public roads in the world that leads to the Arctic Ocean. It’s one of the most isolated roads in NORTH America (practically 500 miles of gravel/mud road + no phone signal for most of it) so you’d need to know how to change a spare tire, but it’s also one of the most beautiful roads in North America.
You don't have to fit in a box! Do all of the things you enjoy and show as much as you want to on here and its your upbeat personalities that most subscribers are here for. I can watch you doing anything and I feel better 20 minutes later. 💜
Yes, I started watching “a couple that travels”. But now I’m watching to see what “ my friends Kara and Nate” are up to lately. If you’re doing what you are passionate about, people will watch. Btw, I’m glad you didn’t reveal all the plans for the year. Sneak peeks are the BEST! Love y’all!
Literally… please don’t change anything about your channel!! We love it just as you give it!! Spontaneous , fun, adventurous, US travel/International travel, challenging one’s self to be better, van life… just all of the above! y’all are the best! Keep up the good work!
I found your youtube channel during your van life adventures but I went back to watch your travel videos and I also watched your biking, racing videos. To be honest, what makes the channel for me (and I suspect a lot of others) is you guys. So I wouldn't worry about fitting in a box, you are the box. Keep doing what you love and feel passionate about and people will continue to watch your videos.
📣Your life doesn’t fit in a box! Don’t let TH-cam force it into one! 📣 To see where life can bring you if you let it, that’s what we see here on your channel. I recently started travel nursing and went across country alone, and was more excited than anything! All the fun adventures I’ve seen you guys do shows how enjoyable life can be if you live outside of your comfort zone. Do ALL the videos of what joy life brings you, there’s something enjoyable in every video that way ☺️
I don’t remember when or how I found your channel, but I will say I’ve come back every week and watched most of your videos, not for van life, not for adventure, not for international travel, not for airline experiences or toilet reviews, but because you inspire me, an older AARP mail receiving woman, to get out and go live life joyfully, positively and with passion. So my advice is keep doing you. Y’all do it better than anyone else could do you! Plus you’re fellow Tennesseeans and it’s nice to hear a bit of that mid-TN twang.
I started watching you because of your adventures. No matter in van or on boat, no matter at north or on desert island in the middle of sea - it is my pleasure to watch your adventures wherever you are. So for me, you are 100 % enjoyable.
My husband and I are here for “Kara and Nate”! We loooove the variety of videos you put out (mainly because we’re also interested in all of those different passions 😂) So to us, the more variety the better. Excited to continue watching all that you share with us in 2022! ✨
WE COME TO THE CHANNEL FOR YOU GUYS!!! Whatever you take on, we're happy for. It's you guys and your personalities that attract the masses!!!! I will be here as long as Kara and Nate are here! ❤
It's always been your spontaneity, your rock-solid relationship, and your love of the world and the people in it that has kept so many of us with you for so many years. As long as the channel still has K&N, I'll keep watching👍❤️✈️🚢🚂🚐
Honestly, I think I love the idea of you leaning into that confusion. The diversity on your channel is what makes you guys stand out, and is why I feel more invested in you guys as great people. Personally, I love the physical challenge videos because we get to see how much you support each other, and how much growth you are open to. My favourite series so far has been the Colorado biking trail, but it being in the context of your van life, 50 states series, made it much more unique. I never came away from your channel wanting to watch only physical challenge TH-camrs, because really caring for you guys is what made that series unique. P.S. I could have named about 25 different videos that were my fave. Much love guys!💕
Well said! That's why they're channel has grown during the pandemic because they kept it interesting by mixing it up. I never got bored watching them. The variety was great! The biking series were also some of my fave videos!
You literally saved so many of us... especially me...during the pandemic! I found your 100 country videos and immediately became hooked on following everything you put out there. I love it all, and as someone else has already said, as long as you do Kara and Nate, I'll watch! Thank you both so much for helping us maintain a tiny bit of sanity through these past couple of years of craziness!! ❣️
Honestly guys we really watch you because of you guys meaning we watch Kara and Nate. Wether you are traveling, van living, challenges, etc it does not matter to most of us. We just like watching your adventures! Happy 2022!
Honestly, since I've started watching your videos i became obsessed. You two inspire me to want to travel the world with the person i love, seeing how you two love each other makes me so happy and it makes me believe in love itself, you two are goals and i hope you live happily your whole lives.
Honestly, I kind of dig the variety lately. I’m personally interested in all of the kinds of videos you produce, so having them all be a part of your channel is cool and convenient. Doing what you’re passionate about makes for an interesting channel!!
I found your channel years ago after falling down a “train journeys in Asia” TH-cam rabbit hole. But I stayed because you’re genuinely entertaining no matter what you do. Personally, I loved the combination of van life/travel/extreme challenges you did last year. Looking forward to following your adventures no matter what they may be. Seriously, I’d watch you if all you did was cook soup. 😉
I stumbled across your trans-siberian railway journey vlog back in early 2018, my very first nate and kara vlog, during the darkest period of my life, and I can truly say your video gave me such joy and light because of your beautiful personalities shining through. You helped me through that dark time and I am so thankful I found you both. When I felt alone and sad and lost you cheered me up and gave me hope that there was still good in this world. Thank you so very much for sharing your beautiful journey and relationship with us. You just never know who your light might touch, and how your journey may be helping someone else's difficult journey. Your channel has bee n a godsend and a blessing for me, so thank you both from the bottom of my heart. I xx
I love your videos. To me, your channel is simply the "Kara and Nate Show". I literally teared up when Kara looked into the camera and said that she is thankful to "you..whoever you are watching right now, thank you". I don't know why.. it just got me in the feels.
You rock the theme of travel, story-telling, and sharing new experiences... whether it's van-life, international travel, push-to-your-limits challenges, or hotel recaps. It's fun to watch you build a long-form story out of your life with all its twists and turns. You're amazing story-tellers, entertaining videographers, inspiring travelers, and just really cute.
Literally this channel is just you two in a loving relationship and enjoying life. This channel doesn’t need a direction or a specific “box” we just wanna watch y’all do y’all thing. really do not put pressure on it lol 💖💖💖
I discovered this channel in 2016 during a time when my adult son was in the throws of a 3 year heroin addiction. It ripped our family apart, destroyed my marriage, devastated me financially, and sent me spiraling into a long and deep depression. There were days when this channel was the only thing that kept me going. This channel was the weekly light at the end of a very long tunnel that my son and our family is starting to emerge from. It has been the best therapy I could have had during my lowest moments, and I want you guys to do whatever makes you happy. I for one, will always be here watching.
Listen, you two -- just you be you. We're going to watch you guys doing whatever strikes your fancy, whether that's in a van, in a plane, on a bike, on foot, or whatever. Thank you for being yourselves and letting us see you having fun.
I think I speak for almost everyone when I say, we might’ve started watching because of what you were doing (travel, van life etc), but we stay because of who you are. Just keep doing what you’ve been doing.
I did find your channel because of vanlife, but I appreciate that you don't have a singular focus. I appreciate your enthusiasm, regardless of the topic. I appreciate that your channel reflects *your* life and the different changes in your life. That feels relatable to me. I love to see others pursuing passions, and that's also how I want to live my life.
I really enjoy the "randomness" of life with you guys....cause that's what happens to ALL of us....sure it's not all worthy of millions of people watching, but it's the unexpected/unplanned stuff that sometimes is the most fun, coolest thing. Oh yeah, this comment does not count towards keeping that thing under Nate's nose. Shave it! You can do that stache thing in 20 years, when it will be three different shades of whatever color. Haha. On to the next video!! LOL
This is an ADVENTURE channel. A “live life to the fullest” channel. An “authenticity over curated content” channel. A LIFESTYLE channel. A “how to do marriage in a healthy way” channel. ❤
I’m here for the story telling, I love watching y’all do life, taking trips doing crazy adventures! I’m here for it all and I think there are a lot of people that agree!
Amazing that this got on trending! So stoked to see what’s to come in 2022. My wife Lauren and I have seen every vid. And rewatched most of them! You guys were an inspiration for me to start my own channel in 2020. In October 2021 I made the switch to full time YT and this vid is super inspiring as a fellow creator. I love the more “raw” nature of this vid as Nate said and I think the stache should stay for 2022
I love , love love you all!! It's been such a great blessing to watch your adventures!! The last 2 years have be super challenging for many of us, but in the end we see that no matter what there is a way for all of us to think outside of our comfort as one, try new things, plan for our dreams and adventures to matter how small they might be to live a changed more enjoyable life. Thank you all for bringing that to us. Big hug to you all!! Praying for many more years ahead of happiness for you two and continued deepening family memories, those things are what will help keep you grounded and full in this world.
I'm onboard with everything you do: travel, exploring new cultures, van life, physical challenges, whatever. My favorite TH-cam channel and I never miss an episode.
I've watched you for about 4 years, I have enjoyed every adventure you have done, from van life to world travel to state travel. I have followed you for so long because I enjoy the variety and how genuine you two are. I don't think you need to put yourselves in a box, just be you, it's your channel, not anyone else's you get to decide what you want to share. I don't usually write comments but I felt like this was important. I love seeing all of the adventures you go on!
Just wanna let you guys know that WE LOVE how "directionless" this channel is. It's like a new thrill for every week. One week, Kara and Nate will be doing extreme physically challenging activities, then the next week it's "we lived in the most expensive resort in the US" and then the next is "spending 24 hrs in..... with our...." . WE LOVE TO SEE IT!!! AND NO, YOU DON'T HAVE TO FIT IN A BOX❤❤
I have personally enjoyed you guys mixing things up. Sometimes I get tired of the same old type on content, but still enjoy watching the people in the channels that I watch. So honestly I have never enjoyed your channel more than getting to see something different each week. Sometimes it is a catch up video. Sometimes you are traveling somewhere new, and sometimes it is a new adventure. It has been a good mix up of content.
My wife has been watching your channel for at least 4 years, and she got me addicted about 2 years ago. We love watching your adventures and following your storyC wherever that may lead. Ya’ll do what makes you happy and feel impassioned, and we’ll hang on for the ride.
The fact that your channel isn’t “one thing” is why I follow you. I love how it’s a different adventure, every time I click on. I love that you do it all - be yourselves. Post what inspires YOU both. I’ll follow along :) and I think everyone that truly loves your channel feels the same ❤️❤️
Ok here's why I come here....you guys are just so sweet, wholesome, loving, beautiful, daring, honest, charismatic, adventurous, funny, romantic, quality, caring people. The last 4 years with you (it is definitely not just watching the videos, you have built a community) have been eye opening; have solidified my curiosity in being adventurous; and helped me work on being a better person in my lifetime. That's it! Love you guys!
Adding that I wrote my comment (always do this...pause and type) literally during the first time you said thank you Kara, so glad to see at the end you guys know you have built a community!!!!!
As long as it is Kara and Nate, I don't care whether you're doing international travel/van life/challenges/freaking weather report, I am in. Missed contents for the last 3 weeks. I came over and over to the channel to make sure that I wasn't missing anything.
Honestly- I love that you guys haven't been in a box compared to other channels. Your videos are exciting, interesting, unique. You guys are the most authentic and I vote keep doing what you're doing and just go with what you're feeling :)
Honestly, more than y'all being defined by a particular content genre, it's really about the two of you and the experiences you share with us!! Love that it's never the same :-) and goes to show how we don't need to fit ourselves into a mould so yes don't sweat it and take too much pressure, we love yall!!
If you’re still planning on skiing, honestly the gear truly makes the biggest difference for your enjoyment and for progress! You don’t have to spend a bunch of money but quality does make all the difference! As far as warmth goes, start with your base layer, I would recommend as close to 100% merino wool as possible. It thermal regulates and is odour resistant so you can wear it for days and days without it smelling. It also dries super fast if you lay it out. It can be beneficial in the heat with the right weight (thickness). I’m a passionate skier/ ski instructor from Calgary, Alberta, Canada and I truly hope that you guys can further enjoy skiing too. Again, I have loved every single adventure you have done and I know I will love anything you do in your future because you two are truly authentic. Keep being you and good luck!!
6/19/2023: I don't even remember how long it's been since I watched this video for the first time because at some point, we went back to the beginning and just last night watched the video of your Pop's van. (He is a special person and I thank you so much for sharing him with us. I adored my grandparents, too, so I understand. 🤗) So today I wanted to re-watch this video to kind of do a mid-point reboot and it's so cool listening to what you were planning for 2022, knowing what you DID in 2022 ☺ We do watch your current videos, so it gets a bit confusing when we're watching past videos at the same time 😂 I don't know what I'm going to do when we catch-up to you in real time; I just might have to go back to the beginning and start all over again 🤣 We just get so much enjoyment from going on your adventures with you, especially because we can do it from the comfort of our love seat!!! 🙃 Okay, back to more K&N 🥰🥰
I just want to echo the other comments… we show up for YOU, whatever the content, we as viewers are invested in your story, your life and your adventures. We are excited to watch your content change and watch you two follow your bliss. Whatever it is that you are doing just please keep documenting it :) you guys truly deserve this success.
We don’t watch because “oh I love international travel!” Or “omg I love vanlife!” Or “physical challenges are so fun to watch!” We watch bc “omg Kara & Nate make every video enjoyable.” No matter what that video is. You guys sat in a hotel and talked about.. being stressed, essentially.. and I still was so invested and interested. I’d love to hear about what “videos we want to make” includes!
My husband and I are seniors but still work on our farm & we really enjoy watching you both travel! We used to enjoy "On the Road with Charles Kuralt" ( which you probably have to be elderly to remember). We watched him every Sunday morning because he not only took us to different parts of the U.S. but he featured a human interest story in each place he stopped. This would be a neat thing for you to do. Sounds like you will do at least one, beginning with Nate's grandfather! Hopefully you can introduce us to some interesting human beings on your journeys in 2022!! We'll keep watching!! Godspeed!!
I'd watch you guys fill out a crossword puzzle together. Just glad you are back! So excited for 2022 and all your fun adventures! Edited to add: And Kara, you looking into the camera and thanking each of us directly at the end of the video gave me chills! You make so many people so happy with your videos, I hope you know that! ❤
Same. I was trying to think of something boring to say "I'd watch you guys do ___(boring thing)___." Crossword puzzle is a good one. :-) I cry easy like Kara and teared up when Kara looked into the camera to thank us.
Doing this mix between the international travel, van life and the activities, is awesome! Not gonna lie, the international travel videos are my favorite, but they are all amazing. Of course 2021 was still hard in therms of traveling a lot to other countries, but doing the mix you did this year without all the pandemic trouble, seems perfect!
Can I just say, my favorite thing about your channel is that you do so many different things and that you genuinely LOVE what you’re doing and are passionate about it? We are here for YOU, Kara and Nate! All the love! Here to follow the next adventure, no matter what that may be! ❤️
Make whatever videos you need to make. This is the one channel where no matter what video you make I will watch it and the channel I look forward to the most.
With EVERYTHING having been up in the air for two effin years, your channel provides some much needed stability and familiarity. When you do physical challenges, it's an inspiring reminder that there is still fun to be had our there. When you struggle with van life or plans being changed, it makes me feel like we're all in this mess together. In short: Don't worry too much about content, it's you showing up that we're grateful for. That said: Your plan sounds epic.
Yay, you’re back! Your channel doesn’t have to be defined - we truly love all of your adventures, but especially the two of you! You’re positive, inspiring and fun!
I just love watching your adventure. Doesn’t matter if it is only in a van, or flying to different countries. Keep up the great content and just do what you love. You guys are great!
I Just Love the “Kara and Nate Living life on their own terms” is the channel… we are invested in your lives, whatever lifestyle you chose. Everyone’s lives change… so it REAL, not lost…
Thank you for your honesty and candor. Also addressing "the elephant in the room" because you know there are people out there who are critical and look for reasons to be unkind. You've chosen to share your life and adventures with the world and people can choose to watch or not. I always feel so bad that you feel like you have to explain yourselves and or you actions. I personally watch your channel for the adventure content. For your willingness to change and adapt to whatever craziness or limitations/challenges are thrown your way in this crazy world 😉. I will follow and watch your channel whether you are on a plane, train, surfboard, skis, van, walking... Thank you again for allowing me to live vicariously through your adventures...
I love that you guys have many passions and share them here. Finding that balance of what you enjoy and what viewers enjoy is a challenge and you do it so well. Looking forward to your 2022 adventures...whatever they end up being ❤️
We are here for all of the journeys of your lives. You dont need to fit into a small category... We are invested in everything. Just take us along with you everywhere even when you have kids and everything!!
Indira, that is so inspiring to hear. Ali and I have such a heart for over 60’s as well. In our experience they often feel forgotten about and like they don’t have a place to inspire the world. What a lie!!! Go be you, dream and hope, because you are here for a reason…to impact the world ❤️
Honestly etching you two grow together has been the best part of this past year. It doesn't matter if it is you are flying somewhere AMAZING. Driving around in the van or doing crazy athletic stuff. You guys honestly just make fun and entertaining content. You are honest and pretty open about even some hard things. So thank you! You have made my long year of just working in the in the hospital a little better. I look forward to your videos.
I know I'm way late to the commenting game on this video, but I have to say that I love that your channel is a mash up of a bunch of different types of challenges and adventures. It makes those of us who are interested in or passionate about a lot of different things (the whimsical free spirits who relish a variety of new and unique experiences and challenges) feel like there are channels/online communities where we belong. I call it "adventure lifestyle".💛. So please keep going for it: Do ALL the things! People may have come for one of your different channel identities, but we stay because we love you.
I have been loving the variety! I love how open and honest you are about each experience. From the stress of traveling, the struggles with van life, and the demands of the physical challenges: you share it all through a lens that makes the viewer feel as though they are right there with you.The channel has given me so many awesome international travel ideas, however, the van life part has made me realize how many unique places there are to see right here in the US! The physical challenges are so inspiring and I appreciate how you take each on with such excitement, often with little or no preparation, and it makes me feel like I can do anything! Thank you for sharing so many parts of your life with us.
Don’t forget…50k likes: he shaves; 10k comments: mustache STAYS 🙋🏻♀️😉
Happy New Year y’all! Thanks for listening to all of our thoughts 🤍
We are so excited to be back on TH-cam and are SO ready for 2022 adventures 🚐✈️
What are you most excited about this year?!
I’m most excited to see your videos! You may not remember but we met in CO! Best day ever!
If we get BOTH 10k comments and 50k likes….How should we break the tie?! 👨🏻
Mustache STAYS
@@KaraandNate I guess he shaves half and keeps half. I vote for that!
Shave the stash he looks better without it in my opinion
This is a Kara and Nate channel. Do what makes you happy and we will follow.
Agreed!!! Kara and Nate are their own niche now :)
👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 exactly!
I came to the comments to write this!
Exactly what I was going to say!
i agree! i’ve been following their journey for 4 years so anything that makes them happy because i love their videos
Having a “variety pack” of video topics is one of the reasons why I don’t get tired of your channel. Going back and forth to different passions keeps things fresh and not repetitive!
Totally agree, the fact that I never know what K&N’s next video will be is great to me!
Completely agree!!!!! Keeps it fresh and not repetitive like it can sometimes get on other channels. 👍👍👍
Yep. agree. and if it is some video you dont like, just skip it and keep watching the others :D
ADVENTURE CHANNEL
YESS exactly!
Couple thoughts here: I absolutely LOVE the variety in this channel. I love that there’s van life, international travel, and everything in between. So many times, we’re expected to live inside this box when outside the box is the place where there’s true freedom AND discovery. I’m sure MANY of my “fellow subscribers” will agree with me and say keep the variety coming. We’re going to like, watch, and maybe even share every one. 💛
That’s why I love them too!
Us too! We would watch them read the phone book though I think.
@@lostamonglocals5382 OKAY?! Listen! They could make video on why green apples are better than red apples and I’m watching! Cuz Sis is gonna give us a good food review! Lol!
People don’t watch y’all for the travel or the physical stuff. They watch for you two. The travel, the van, the challenges is the set. You two are the main attraction. There’s no need to pigeonhole yourselves. Van-life stuff is awesome, but it doesn’t mean you can’t travel internationally as well.
Y’alls’ personalities, relationship, enthusiasm, etc… That’s what’s important and that’s why we’re all here watching your videos. Try not to worry too much about doing the “correct” thing. Do the things y’all are excited about most. That will bring out the most passion and enthusiasm from both of you. That’s what makes the content so great.
We love you guys. Not the just environment around you.
We watch because it’s YOU. It’s Kara and it’s Nate. Van, travel, shoot... cut down a tree and build a log cabin... doesn’t matter. Your audience loves you and return because of you. Thanks for a great 2021... and here’s to 2022!!
While watching this my wife audibly said to the TV, “We just love Kara and Nate! We don’t care what you do! We came for the travel videos but stayed because we love you!” Couldn’t agree more!
It’s a “whatever Kara and Nate decide to do that week” channel! I personally love the variety and am always so excited to see what you guys choose to do next! 💖
I love watching you guys find new experiences. Finding this and that challenge or foodstop or festival or even a historic place. Keep on being all over the place, just keep that beautiful chemistry on my screen 😁 you are great storytellers and I will keep watching as long as you guys keep posting.
I watch this channel for YOU. Whether you’re in the Van, travelling internationally, hanging with your family, I love to see the relationship between you two.
I think to watch a video that you are enjoying making, makes it more enjoyable to watch. If you’re making something because you think you “should” even though you don’t “want” to, it is not fun to watch.
I think you underestimate the number of us that are here because we enjoy the two of you, your personalities and the interactions you have with each other and with people in the world. I haven't seen a video yet that I haven't enjoyed. Just keep doing what you are doing. Love your content.
Thank you Diane 🙏🏻❤️
I agree! We love you for who you are that is ultimately why we are here!
I have always thought of you folks as having an experience themed channel; doing all those things that viewers have dreamed of doing, or dream of doing after seeing you do it. Introducing us to new things, reinterpretations of old things, showing the real side of what we thought we knew. No pressure.
We may have come for the travel adventures, the van-life, or the challenges, but we stayed because of Kara and Nate. You two are a breath of fresh air in a difficult time. You are living life, being authentic, sharing your enthusiasm, your vulnerabilities, your humor, your misgivings, your joy. Each video is a gift to us regardless of the topic, because the topic we care most about now is you. So, thank YOU for all the hard work you put into this channel. We love you!
I'll be honest when I say I've never really thought about WHAT this channel is but WHO this channel is. "Kara and Nate" is the channel and that's what I'm here for. I'll admit I love the van life content the most but your relationship, the way you tell your stories through your videos and your genuine passion / gratefulness / humbleness is what keeps me coming back.
Also, the variety keeps things interesting - I never know what the next video will bring but I ALWAYS know it will be entertaining. Never change guys - or maybe I should say, "keep changing"!
This 👆🏻 (I love anything travel related but love the international travel the best)
Totally agree!
I love that your channel doesn’t fit into a box. It makes it more exciting wondering what adventure y’all will take us on next. Honestly, I would watch you if you just sat and talked to the camera like this every time. You guys feel like our friends! Don’t stress about your channel. Y’all do a great job and will do great even if there is no plan or “box”.
I agree 😊
TOTALLY AGREE!!❤️❤️❤️♥️
Yes 🙌🏻 I agree. Just do what you love 🥰
“Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” -Howard Thurman
We’re here for whatever brings Kara and Nate joy, so go do it! Thank you for sharing that passion for life with us- we need it now more than ever.
Love thus
WHAT SHE SAID!
Wow, perfectly said!!
Exactly💯❤
I'm emotionally invested in Kara and Nate - as long as you're happy, I'll watch. I'm ready to be taken wherever you wanna take us! ❤Happy New Year 🥂
GAGAGAGAGA I just disliked my own face because I am unpretty. HOWEVER: I always like my GOOD videos however. No dislikes allowed where I come from. Don't be mean, dear üau
I completely agree, I started crying when Kara thanked us again at the end for watching. They are two, absolutely amazing people, and I can't wait to see where life takes them! ❤️
You being all over the place is what makes the channel super interesting since you’re always doing something new. At the end of the day what matters is that whatever you’re doing makes you happy 😃
I'm here for the Kara and Nate adventures, whether it be in a van, on a plane, in a canoe. I feel in love with a couple that is just living life. Whatever the content, I'm excited to see what you two bring us in 2022!
You just wrote my thoughts. :)
Totaly agree! Well said😁👍
Absolutely agree! I generally love any content you guys are having fun doing.
I think I speak for a lot of us when I say that you could literally do anything with your channel and I would still watch, I love you guys and your personalities. Its like having two VERY adventurous, sweet, and funny new friends! Im looking forward to seeing what you two do with 2022!
Keeping an audience is about connecting with people. Some of the simplest videos can be the most interesting to watch. Don’t feel pressure to do crazy stunts or spend money on fancy things because that’s not what brings people back. Your core audience just wants to see Kara and Nate having fun and enjoying the regular adventures that life brings about. Super excited for the Nate’s grandpa van video!
Yes I loved seeing his Grandpa in past videos. So I look forward to seeing him work on his project too!
This is such a great comment!! I truly think this really encapsulates why you have so many followers. We just come to watch the two of you because you’re such great people. Doesn’t matter what you do. We love it all
guys, just do you. Do what you want to do because your living the lives most of us dream of and we pick and choose (if we are lucky) parts of it to follow. Its always interesting and your such lovely people to watch.
I see your channel as a “Living life to the fullest” channel. It’s about the small things in life and achieving whatever you set forth for yourself. Love you both! And you guys have kept my fire to travel alive!
I knew your marriage was fine when Kara said (I think on her solo van trip), "They say absence makes the heart grow fonder but I'm already pretty fond." That was just so pure and sweet. I've just celebrated 40 years of marriage, and when you trust each other and want what's best for each other, sometimes it involves periods of separation to do different things. Great to see you back together, though! The way you interact is delightful.
The different style of content every week keeps me here. Often times when I see people who make Vanlife videos, they aren't doing much but living and seeing pretty sites, but the variety your channel brings keeps me watching. You show off so many events and activities that I didn't even know about and it's cool. You truly are a gem on this platform.
I agree!
This!!!!
Yes!
Kara and Nate's channel. You do whatever you want, I'll watch!!!!
I totally understand you feeling "directionless" but I also want you to know that most of us literally don't mind when you guys change things up. You keep your channel interesting, and I love following your journey! This doesn't have to be a van channel, a travel channel, whatever channel, we just need a KARA AND NATE CHANNEL! No matter what you're doing, you always find a way to make a great video...even the videos you think aren't great, to me they are. I've never been bored here, and I thank you for that. :) Happy New Year!
Y’all still do fit in a particular “box” on TH-cam. Y’all are a travel channel it does not have to be broken down into sub set like international or van life or what have you. Just travel and be yourself that’s why we are all here. Cause y’all are doing a great job keep it up!
I’ve been watching you guys for four years now, And I can confidently say I never get bored with the content you guys post; no matter what I’m here to stay. Love you two! Stay awesome.
When Ali and I were watching this we literally said, “I think they could do just about anything and we’d watch.” Love their hearts!
Arctic Video Suggestion if you’d like🥶: a cheap way to get to the Arctic is to drive the Dempster Highway in Canada up past the Arctic Circle to the Arctic Ocean in Tuktoyaktuk, NT. The Dempster Highway is one of the only public roads in the world that leads to the Arctic Ocean. It’s one of the most isolated roads in NORTH America (practically 500 miles of gravel/mud road + no phone signal for most of it) so you’d need to know how to change a spare tire, but it’s also one of the most beautiful roads in North America.
This
You don't have to fit in a box! Do all of the things you enjoy and show as much as you want to on here and its your upbeat personalities that most subscribers are here for. I can watch you doing anything and I feel better 20 minutes later. 💜
This!! I came for the travel videos but stay for anything they post because I just like them as people!
Yes, I started watching “a couple that travels”. But now I’m watching to see what “ my friends Kara and Nate” are up to lately. If you’re doing what you are passionate about, people will watch. Btw, I’m glad you didn’t reveal all the plans for the year. Sneak peeks are the BEST! Love y’all!
This
Literally… please don’t change anything about your channel!! We love it just as you give it!! Spontaneous , fun, adventurous, US travel/International travel, challenging one’s self to be better, van life… just all of the above! y’all are the best! Keep up the good work!
We so agree! Their lives are inspiring and we love seeing them each week.
I agreeee!
HI GUYS 💕 I’m new to TH-cam and just uploaded my first videos ,maybe someone wanna have a look at it 💕💕💕💕💕
“The Adventures of Kara and Nate” Fresh experiences and unique challenges
Perfect way to sum up their channel
I found your youtube channel during your van life adventures but I went back to watch your travel videos and I also watched your biking, racing videos. To be honest, what makes the channel for me (and I suspect a lot of others) is you guys. So I wouldn't worry about fitting in a box, you are the box. Keep doing what you love and feel passionate about and people will continue to watch your videos.
📣Your life doesn’t fit in a box! Don’t let TH-cam force it into one! 📣
To see where life can bring you if you let it, that’s what we see here on your channel. I recently started travel nursing and went across country alone, and was more excited than anything! All the fun adventures I’ve seen you guys do shows how enjoyable life can be if you live outside of your comfort zone. Do ALL the videos of what joy life brings you, there’s something enjoyable in every video that way ☺️
I don’t remember when or how I found your channel, but I will say I’ve come back every week and watched most of your videos, not for van life, not for adventure, not for international travel, not for airline experiences or toilet reviews, but because you inspire me, an older AARP mail receiving woman, to get out and go live life joyfully, positively and with passion. So my advice is keep doing you. Y’all do it better than anyone else could do you! Plus you’re fellow Tennesseeans and it’s nice to hear a bit of that mid-TN twang.
I started watching you because of your adventures. No matter in van or on boat, no matter at north or on desert island in the middle of sea - it is my pleasure to watch your adventures wherever you are. So for me, you are 100 % enjoyable.
My husband and I are here for “Kara and Nate”! We loooove the variety of videos you put out (mainly because we’re also interested in all of those different passions 😂) So to us, the more variety the better. Excited to continue watching all that you share with us in 2022! ✨
WE COME TO THE CHANNEL FOR YOU GUYS!!! Whatever you take on, we're happy for. It's you guys and your personalities that attract the masses!!!! I will be here as long as Kara and Nate are here! ❤
Amen to that! Couldn't agree more>
It's always been your spontaneity, your rock-solid relationship, and your love of the world and the people in it that has kept so many of us with you for so many years. As long as the channel still has K&N, I'll keep watching👍❤️✈️🚢🚂🚐
It's a Kara and Nate channel. You can do whatever makes y'all happy and we will love it!
Honestly, I think I love the idea of you leaning into that confusion. The diversity on your channel is what makes you guys stand out, and is why I feel more invested in you guys as great people. Personally, I love the physical challenge videos because we get to see how much you support each other, and how much growth you are open to. My favourite series so far has been the Colorado biking trail, but it being in the context of your van life, 50 states series, made it much more unique. I never came away from your channel wanting to watch only physical challenge TH-camrs, because really caring for you guys is what made that series unique. P.S. I could have named about 25 different videos that were my fave. Much love guys!💕
Well said! That's why they're channel has grown during the pandemic because they kept it interesting by mixing it up. I never got bored watching them. The variety was great! The biking series were also some of my fave videos!
You literally saved so many of us... especially me...during the pandemic! I found your 100 country videos and immediately became hooked on following everything you put out there. I love it all, and as someone else has already said, as long as you do Kara and Nate, I'll watch! Thank you both so much for helping us maintain a tiny bit of sanity through these past couple of years of craziness!! ❣️
Honestly guys we really watch you because of you guys meaning we watch Kara and Nate. Wether you are traveling, van living, challenges, etc it does not matter to most of us. We just like watching your adventures! Happy 2022!
That's what I came to say. This channel makes my weekend.
Yes! well said
Honestly, since I've started watching your videos i became obsessed. You two inspire me to want to travel the world with the person i love, seeing how you two love each other makes me so happy and it makes me believe in love itself, you two are goals and i hope you live happily your whole lives.
You’re a travel channel. Period. Everything you do falls under the Travel banner. Keep doing what you’re doing.
Honestly, I kind of dig the variety lately. I’m personally interested in all of the kinds of videos you produce, so having them all be a part of your channel is cool and convenient. Doing what you’re passionate about makes for an interesting channel!!
I found your channel years ago after falling down a “train journeys in Asia” TH-cam rabbit hole. But I stayed because you’re genuinely entertaining no matter what you do. Personally, I loved the combination of van life/travel/extreme challenges you did last year. Looking forward to following your adventures no matter what they may be. Seriously, I’d watch you if all you did was cook soup. 😉
Amen!
I stumbled across your trans-siberian railway journey vlog back in early 2018, my very first nate and kara vlog, during the darkest period of my life, and I can truly say your video gave me such joy and light because of your beautiful personalities shining through. You helped me through that dark time and I am so thankful I found you both. When I felt alone and sad and lost you cheered me up and gave me hope that there was still good in this world. Thank you so very much for sharing your beautiful journey and relationship with us. You just never know who your light might touch, and how your journey may be helping someone else's difficult journey. Your channel has bee n a godsend and a blessing for me, so thank you both from the bottom of my heart. I xx
I love your videos. To me, your channel is simply the "Kara and Nate Show". I literally teared up when Kara looked into the camera and said that she is thankful to "you..whoever you are watching right now, thank you". I don't know why.. it just got me in the feels.
You rock the theme of travel, story-telling, and sharing new experiences... whether it's van-life, international travel, push-to-your-limits challenges, or hotel recaps. It's fun to watch you build a long-form story out of your life with all its twists and turns. You're amazing story-tellers, entertaining videographers, inspiring travelers, and just really cute.
Literally this channel is just you two in a loving relationship and enjoying life. This channel doesn’t need a direction or a specific “box” we just wanna watch y’all do y’all thing. really do not put pressure on it lol 💖💖💖
I discovered this channel in 2016 during a time when my adult son was in the throws of a 3 year heroin addiction. It ripped our family apart, destroyed my marriage, devastated me financially, and sent me spiraling into a long and deep depression. There were days when this channel was the only thing that kept me going. This channel was the weekly light at the end of a very long tunnel that my son and our family is starting to emerge from. It has been the best therapy I could have had during my lowest moments, and I want you guys to do whatever makes you happy. I for one, will always be here watching.
Listen, you two -- just you be you. We're going to watch you guys doing whatever strikes your fancy, whether that's in a van, in a plane, on a bike, on foot, or whatever. Thank you for being yourselves and letting us see you having fun.
I think I speak for almost everyone when I say, we might’ve started watching because of what you were doing (travel, van life etc), but we stay because of who you are. Just keep doing what you’ve been doing.
Your grandfather renovating his van and making plans for the future had me crying into my bacon this Sunday morning. ❤️
I did find your channel because of vanlife, but I appreciate that you don't have a singular focus. I appreciate your enthusiasm, regardless of the topic. I appreciate that your channel reflects *your* life and the different changes in your life. That feels relatable to me. I love to see others pursuing passions, and that's also how I want to live my life.
I really enjoy the "randomness" of life with you guys....cause that's what happens to ALL of us....sure it's not all worthy of millions of people watching, but it's the unexpected/unplanned stuff that sometimes is the most fun, coolest thing. Oh yeah, this comment does not count towards keeping that thing under Nate's nose. Shave it! You can do that stache thing in 20 years, when it will be three different shades of whatever color. Haha. On to the next video!! LOL
For what it’s worth - I love everything you share!! Part of the experience is wondering “what will they do next?”
This is an ADVENTURE channel. A “live life to the fullest” channel. An “authenticity over curated content” channel. A LIFESTYLE channel. A “how to do marriage in a healthy way” channel. ❤
Bro you literally just copied another person's comment on here. Their usernames GodsdaughterQ and wrote this literally 8 hours before you. 🤦♀️🤡
How much does Blue charge per comment?
I’m here for the story telling, I love watching y’all do life, taking trips doing crazy adventures! I’m here for it all and I think there are a lot of people that agree!
We are totally with you Jordan! We love the adventures and the stories these guys tell in such a beautiful way.
Agreed
Amazing that this got on trending! So stoked to see what’s to come in 2022. My wife Lauren and I have seen every vid. And rewatched most of them! You guys were an inspiration for me to start my own channel in 2020. In October 2021 I made the switch to full time YT and this vid is super inspiring as a fellow creator. I love the more “raw” nature of this vid as Nate said and I think the stache should stay for 2022
That’s amazing! Congrats guys! Thanks for the support 🤗
That’s so awesome Brian!!!
I love , love love you all!! It's been such a great blessing to watch your adventures!!
The last 2 years have be super challenging for many of us, but in the end we see that no matter what there is a way for all of us to think outside of our comfort as one, try new things, plan for our dreams and adventures to matter how small they might be to live a changed more enjoyable life.
Thank you all for bringing that to us. Big hug to you all!! Praying for many more years ahead of happiness for you two and continued deepening family memories, those things are what will help keep you grounded and full in this world.
I think it's perfect that you have a little of van life, physical activities, aviation, family and you both made it entertaining and fun.
I'm onboard with everything you do: travel, exploring new cultures, van life, physical challenges, whatever. My favorite TH-cam channel and I never miss an episode.
I've watched you for about 4 years, I have enjoyed every adventure you have done, from van life to world travel to state travel. I have followed you for so long because I enjoy the variety and how genuine you two are. I don't think you need to put yourselves in a box, just be you, it's your channel, not anyone else's you get to decide what you want to share. I don't usually write comments but I felt like this was important. I love seeing all of the adventures you go on!
Very well said!
Just wanna let you guys know that WE LOVE how "directionless" this channel is. It's like a new thrill for every week. One week, Kara and Nate will be doing extreme physically challenging activities, then the next week it's "we lived in the most expensive resort in the US" and then the next is "spending 24 hrs in..... with our...." . WE LOVE TO SEE IT!!! AND NO, YOU DON'T HAVE TO FIT IN A BOX❤❤
No boxes needed 😎 that’s what we love about them. They are just doing life the way they do it. It’s so beautiful to watch!
I agree! Don’t need a super niche channel topic!!! Don’t do it!
I have personally enjoyed you guys mixing things up. Sometimes I get tired of the same old type on content, but still enjoy watching the people in the channels that I watch. So honestly I have never enjoyed your channel more than getting to see something different each week. Sometimes it is a catch up video. Sometimes you are traveling somewhere new, and sometimes it is a new adventure. It has been a good mix up of content.
Honestly, I’ve been loving all your content. You guys just have those personalities that people are drawn toward.
My wife has been watching your channel for at least 4 years, and she got me addicted about 2 years ago. We love watching your adventures and following your storyC wherever that may lead. Ya’ll do what makes you happy and feel impassioned, and we’ll hang on for the ride.
The fact that your channel isn’t “one thing” is why I follow you. I love how it’s a different adventure, every time I click on. I love that you do it all - be yourselves. Post what inspires YOU both. I’ll follow along :) and I think everyone that truly loves your channel feels the same ❤️❤️
Ok here's why I come here....you guys are just so sweet, wholesome, loving, beautiful, daring, honest, charismatic, adventurous, funny, romantic, quality, caring people. The last 4 years with you (it is definitely not just watching the videos, you have built a community) have been eye opening; have solidified my curiosity in being adventurous; and helped me work on being a better person in my lifetime. That's it! Love you guys!
Adding that I wrote my comment (always do this...pause and type) literally during the first time you said thank you Kara, so glad to see at the end you guys know you have built a community!!!!!
As long as it is Kara and Nate, I don't care whether you're doing international travel/van life/challenges/freaking weather report, I am in. Missed contents for the last 3 weeks. I came over and over to the channel to make sure that I wasn't missing anything.
Honestly- I love that you guys haven't been in a box compared to other channels. Your videos are exciting, interesting, unique. You guys are the most authentic and I vote keep doing what you're doing and just go with what you're feeling :)
Y’all fit in all the “boxes” don’t change a thing. Love the travel, van and physical challenges. Y’all are inspiring never change to conform
What calls your heart and soul is what you should do. When your heart and soul are in what you do it shows. Those are the videos I love!
Honestly, more than y'all being defined by a particular content genre, it's really about the two of you and the experiences you share with us!! Love that it's never the same :-) and goes to show how we don't need to fit ourselves into a mould so yes don't sweat it and take too much pressure, we love yall!!
If you’re still planning on skiing, honestly the gear truly makes the biggest difference for your enjoyment and for progress! You don’t have to spend a bunch of money but quality does make all the difference! As far as warmth goes, start with your base layer, I would recommend as close to 100% merino wool as possible. It thermal regulates and is odour resistant so you can wear it for days and days without it smelling. It also dries super fast if you lay it out. It can be beneficial in the heat with the right weight (thickness).
I’m a passionate skier/ ski instructor from Calgary, Alberta, Canada and I truly hope that you guys can further enjoy skiing too.
Again, I have loved every single adventure you have done and I know I will love anything you do in your future because you two are truly authentic. Keep being you and good luck!!
Great comment Jocelyn. I’ve tucked some of those ski tips away for myself too! 😊
I honestly live that you do all different kinds of things. Y’all always make whatever you do fun and interesting because of the passion you bring.
6/19/2023: I don't even remember how long it's been since I watched this video for the first time because at some point, we went back to the beginning and just last night watched the video of your Pop's van. (He is a special person and I thank you so much for sharing him with us. I adored my grandparents, too, so I understand. 🤗) So today I wanted to re-watch this video to kind of do a mid-point reboot and it's so cool listening to what you were planning for 2022, knowing what you DID in 2022 ☺ We do watch your current videos, so it gets a bit confusing when we're watching past videos at the same time 😂 I don't know what I'm going to do when we catch-up to you in real time; I just might have to go back to the beginning and start all over again 🤣 We just get so much enjoyment from going on your adventures with you, especially because we can do it from the comfort of our love seat!!! 🙃 Okay, back to more K&N 🥰🥰
I just want to echo the other comments… we show up for YOU, whatever the content, we as viewers are invested in your story, your life and your adventures. We are excited to watch your content change and watch you two follow your bliss. Whatever it is that you are doing just please keep documenting it :) you guys truly deserve this success.
We care about what YOU care about! And honestly, I love the variation of what you guys upload. It’s like a full package-deal, and I love it.
We don’t watch because “oh I love international travel!” Or “omg I love vanlife!” Or “physical challenges are so fun to watch!”
We watch bc “omg Kara & Nate make every video enjoyable.” No matter what that video is. You guys sat in a hotel and talked about.. being stressed, essentially.. and I still was so invested and interested. I’d love to hear about what “videos we want to make” includes!
Agreed!!! I love watching their adventures, but I also really just love watching Kara and Nate be Kara and Nate!
My husband and I are seniors but still work on our farm & we really enjoy watching you both travel! We used to enjoy "On the Road with Charles Kuralt" ( which you probably have to be elderly to remember). We watched him every Sunday morning because he not only took us to different parts of the U.S. but he featured a human interest story in each
place he stopped. This would be a neat thing for you to do. Sounds like you will do at least one, beginning with Nate's grandfather! Hopefully you can introduce us to some interesting human beings on your journeys in 2022!! We'll keep watching!! Godspeed!!
I'd watch you guys fill out a crossword puzzle together. Just glad you are back! So excited for 2022 and all your fun adventures!
Edited to add: And Kara, you looking into the camera and thanking each of us directly at the end of the video gave me chills! You make so many people so happy with your videos, I hope you know that! ❤
Same. I was trying to think of something boring to say "I'd watch you guys do ___(boring thing)___." Crossword puzzle is a good one. :-) I cry easy like Kara and teared up when Kara looked into the camera to thank us.
Doing this mix between the international travel, van life and the activities, is awesome! Not gonna lie, the international travel videos are my favorite, but they are all amazing. Of course 2021 was still hard in therms of traveling a lot to other countries, but doing the mix you did this year without all the pandemic trouble, seems perfect!
Make funny skits and have to make u laugh or my mom will send me back to Africa 👀🙏
Can I just say, my favorite thing about your channel is that you do so many different things and that you genuinely LOVE what you’re doing and are passionate about it? We are here for YOU, Kara and Nate! All the love! Here to follow the next adventure, no matter what that may be! ❤️
Make whatever videos you need to make. This is the one channel where no matter what video you make I will watch it and the channel I look forward to the most.
With EVERYTHING having been up in the air for two effin years, your channel provides some much needed stability and familiarity. When you do physical challenges, it's an inspiring reminder that there is still fun to be had our there. When you struggle with van life or plans being changed, it makes me feel like we're all in this mess together.
In short: Don't worry too much about content, it's you showing up that we're grateful for.
That said: Your plan sounds epic.
Yay, you’re back! Your channel doesn’t have to be defined - we truly love all of your adventures, but especially the two of you! You’re positive, inspiring and fun!
I just love watching your adventure. Doesn’t matter if it is only in a van, or flying to different countries. Keep up the great content and just do what you love. You guys are great!
I Just Love the “Kara and Nate Living life on their own terms” is the channel… we are invested in your lives, whatever lifestyle you chose. Everyone’s lives change… so it REAL, not lost…
I have always thought of you guys as experience themed channel. Doing the things that your viewers dream of doing and showing us the new side of life
Thank you for your honesty and candor. Also addressing "the elephant in the room" because you know there are people out there who are critical and look for reasons to be unkind. You've chosen to share your life and adventures with the world and people can choose to watch or not. I always feel so bad that you feel like you have to explain yourselves and or you actions. I personally watch your channel for the adventure content. For your willingness to change and adapt to whatever craziness or limitations/challenges are thrown your way in this crazy world 😉. I will follow and watch your channel whether you are on a plane, train, surfboard, skis, van, walking... Thank you again for allowing me to live vicariously through your adventures...
I love that you guys have many passions and share them here. Finding that balance of what you enjoy and what viewers enjoy is a challenge and you do it so well. Looking forward to your 2022 adventures...whatever they end up being ❤️
We are here for all of the journeys of your lives. You dont need to fit into a small category... We are invested in everything. Just take us along with you everywhere even when you have kids and everything!!
I love how they are confused but I’m here just always along for the ride every single time.
Just be YOU. LOVE that you're including your grandparents. That helps over 60's , like me, to hope and dream that the best is yet to come!
Indira, that is so inspiring to hear. Ali and I have such a heart for over 60’s as well. In our experience they often feel forgotten about and like they don’t have a place to inspire the world. What a lie!!! Go be you, dream and hope, because you are here for a reason…to impact the world ❤️
Honestly etching you two grow together has been the best part of this past year. It doesn't matter if it is you are flying somewhere AMAZING. Driving around in the van or doing crazy athletic stuff. You guys honestly just make fun and entertaining content. You are honest and pretty open about even some hard things. So thank you! You have made my long year of just working in the in the hospital a little better. I look forward to your videos.
I know I'm way late to the commenting game on this video, but I have to say that I love that your channel is a mash up of a bunch of different types of challenges and adventures. It makes those of us who are interested in or passionate about a lot of different things (the whimsical free spirits who relish a variety of new and unique experiences and challenges) feel like there are channels/online communities where we belong. I call it "adventure lifestyle".💛. So please keep going for it: Do ALL the things! People may have come for one of your different channel identities, but we stay because we love you.
I have been loving the variety! I love how open and honest you are about each experience. From the stress of traveling, the struggles with van life, and the demands of the physical challenges: you share it all through a lens that makes the viewer feel as though they are right there with you.The channel has given me so many awesome international travel ideas, however, the van life part has made me realize how many unique places there are to see right here in the US! The physical challenges are so inspiring and I appreciate how you take each on with such excitement, often with little or no preparation, and it makes me feel like I can do anything! Thank you for sharing so many parts of your life with us.