This Is Van Life
This Is Van Life
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FULL TIME VAN LIFE - leaving our house and starting a new life
Our first video as full time van lifers. Join us as we leave our home of 20 years and head off in our self converted Scottish ambulance.
We've been planning our escape from the rat race for some time, closing our business and selling our house has been a difficult process but we finally get the sale over the line.
In our first week we head to Scotland and explore Dumfries and Galloway.
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STARTING FULL TIME VAN LIFE | What are our plans?
Просмотров 18721 день назад
This is a short introduction to us and our plans. We're giving up our home, business and heading out on the road full time. We've been in the vanlife scene for some years and have been worked towards this goal for an age. We'll be sharing our story as we move into a very different lifestyle, so please consider following us on our social media and maybe give us a subscribe.
VANLIFE | Van Tour - Ex Scottish Ambulance van conversion
Просмотров 3462 года назад
We hope you enjoy this short van tour of our self converted Scottish Ambulance.
VANLIFE PORTUGAL Exploring The Algarve and finding Nirvana
Просмотров 1902 года назад
A shorter video than usual, we’ve gone as far south as we can on our 3 month road trip. In this video we explore some very cool towns of the Algarve and move across to Spain where we discover Nirvana!
Vanlife Portugal- Travelling Around Europe in our van convertion
Просмотров 952 года назад
We happen to be in central Portugal as the International Balloon Festival is being is in progress. We then stumble across the most amazing medieval castle.
VANLIFE | Our first week in Portugal is not what you’d expect
Просмотров 2382 года назад
We’ve finally reached Portugal, hitting 5000 miles pretty much as we crossed from Spain. Portugal was never in our initial plans, but you’ve got to stay flexible, right? We came to chill, having been been going for 8 weeks, this is our wind down place, and we started in some wonderful national parks along the Tagus river. We’ve explored villages, hiked along side the mighty Tagus, discovered am...
VANLIFE Road Trip | We explore Europe’s most amazing desert.
Просмотров 3272 года назад
We’re currently on a 3 month road trip around some of Europes most amazing sights. After a pause in our videos (laptop issues) we’re back with some incredible sights and experiences. In this video we explore an amazing Spanish desert, Bardenas Reales and some very cool cave homes. Location for parking up the night before heading into the park W3W ///pick.inhale.rested Instagram th...
Vanlife - Driving the Bavarian Alpine Strasse
Просмотров 2222 года назад
We're currently taking 6 weeks to drive around Europe in our converted Scottish ambulance. After our difficult time in Switzerland we slowly get back into our road trip around Europe. In this video we drive the the Alpine Strasse from West to East, soak up stunning green meadows, discover gorges and castles and end at the most spectacular of locations. Follow along - Instagram - t...
Vanlife | 6 week European road trip - Chamonix & Switzerland
Просмотров 4372 года назад
As you'll see later on, this video was very hard for us to do. We are currently travelling through Europe on a 6 week road tip. In this video we move from Annecy to Chamonix and on through Switzerland. In preparation for leaving our jobs and taking up a full time life on the road. Instagram: thisis_vanlife
Vanlife - 6 Week European Tour - UK to France and the Alps
Просмотров 7942 года назад
The first video of our 6 week tour around Europe in a converted Scottish ambulance. Our trip starts at Folkstone across northern France and down to the French Alps. Travelling with our two springer spaniels, Smee & Alice. The animal health certificates for the trip were purchased here: animalhealthcertificate.online/ Instagram : thisis_vanlife
Vanlife and Early Retirement | Planning a 6 week road trip around Europe with pets
Просмотров 1652 года назад
Vanlife and Early Retirement | Planning a 6 week road trip around Europe with pets
Vanlife - Vanbuild, How we fitted our van blinds - cheap and easy.
Просмотров 942 года назад
Vanlife - Vanbuild, How we fitted our van blinds - cheap and easy.
5 Minute Van Tour - Ex Ambulance
Просмотров 5112 года назад
5 Minute Van Tour - Ex Ambulance
A tricky climb in the Dales after heavy rain (Vanlife)
Просмотров 833 года назад
A tricky climb in the Dales after heavy rain (Vanlife)
3 Days in Englands Last Wilderness (Vanlife)
Просмотров 1873 года назад
3 Days in Englands Last Wilderness (Vanlife)
Bealach na Bà The full drive from Applecross(NC500)
Просмотров 1633 года назад
Bealach na Bà The full drive from Applecross(NC500)
Yorkshire Dales - Easy vanlife day
Просмотров 1263 года назад
Yorkshire Dales - Easy vanlife day
Van life conversion, a new project. Converting an ex-ambulance, an introduction.
Просмотров 4095 лет назад
Van life conversion, a new project. Converting an ex-ambulance, an introduction.
Chinese Diesel Heater - Changing from 24v to 12v
Просмотров 19 тыс.5 лет назад
Chinese Diesel Heater - Changing from 24v to 12v

Комментарии

  • @vanlifegoodies
    @vanlifegoodies Час назад

    New sub here . Very brave selling up to live your dream - well done . Do you mind me asking what plans of any you have for settling later in life .

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 47 минут назад

      Thanks for the sub. We’ve taken the equity from our house sale and invested it. When and if we’re ready to move back into a house we can come along as cash buyers (literally). We will probably be ready for something smaller by then so we will have some slack. 🤞

  • @MarkGledhill-s1q
    @MarkGledhill-s1q 2 дня назад

    Gaura nitai gauranga

  • @spectrumEDMforever
    @spectrumEDMforever 2 дня назад

    Good luck

  • @joannebowden7563
    @joannebowden7563 5 дней назад

    Great start looks like your ready for this ,

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 4 дня назад

      It's always felt like the right way to go.

    • @JANSMITH-g7k
      @JANSMITH-g7k 15 часов назад

      I live in the US and just found your channel. Would love to have an adventure. So I shall travel along with you guys. Brave souls you are.

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 9 часов назад

      @ You’re very kind. We’re determined to get the most out of life. Take care.

  • @cazbailey0709
    @cazbailey0709 5 дней назад

    Well done guys. We giggled at the audio and ‘we’ll do better’ hahaha…. Great video and excited for you both to see what life and adventures awaits you x

  • @chrisandkitty923
    @chrisandkitty923 5 дней назад

    Great first week despite the weather. So excited to see more of this. Hope you got that ferry tonight 🤞🏻 Kitty

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 5 дней назад

      Managed to get the first ferry across with any issues. A week on Arran now

  • @alnicholson4344
    @alnicholson4344 11 дней назад

    Great to be Following your channel and adventures. It's what I want to do in 10 years time as can't do until the children are grown up and at uni. I hope you are heading somewhere nice and warm for winter. Stay safe and enjoy the adventure.

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 6 дней назад

      Your time will come, keep your eyes on the prize. Scotland for the first few months, winter in the Highlands!

  • @DIANACULCLASURE
    @DIANACULCLASURE 19 дней назад

    have fun

  • @lyndabrown6528
    @lyndabrown6528 22 дня назад

    Lovely conversion, it has everything you’d want.

    • @nagger2000
      @nagger2000 22 дня назад

      Thank you. We keep refining things.

  • @cazbailey0709
    @cazbailey0709 22 дня назад

    Exciting times guys … looking. Forward to seeing what happens next x

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 22 дня назад

      Thanks Caz, currently sat waiting for Solicitors to do their thing

  • @MWilson-nv7zh
    @MWilson-nv7zh 2 месяца назад

    Great to be aboard your travels Nige, good luck to you both the world your oyster best wishes MARK and SHARON WILSON👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 2 месяца назад

      @@MWilson-nv7zh Thanks guys, haven’t got a clue what I’m doing but hey ho!

  • @markawbolton
    @markawbolton 7 месяцев назад

    Wont go into diagnostic mode.

  • @MarcusPugh-w9i
    @MarcusPugh-w9i 11 месяцев назад

    Cab the battery be over chatgeed to cut it out plz

  • @connellcontracts9270
    @connellcontracts9270 Год назад

    When I press the settings button three times it doesn't let me into the advance settings! Has anybody any help on this as it must be on 24v and I want to change it back to 12v as low voltage is coming up??

  • @Hanlar1
    @Hanlar1 Год назад

    Thanks for the video! I wish I’d seen this before I forked out £250 for an AHC 🙈 thanks for the tip, I know where to get it from for our next trip 👍

  • @escapebylens
    @escapebylens 2 года назад

    Beautiful space

  • @Professionalmoochers
    @Professionalmoochers 2 года назад

    So much space!! Great layout, nice clean lines with lots of living space. We like it 😍

  • @barryg1406
    @barryg1406 2 года назад

    Nice build, looks great inside well done

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 2 года назад

      Very kind, thanks so much.

    • @kirstendixon406
      @kirstendixon406 2 года назад

      Love following your journey and really enjoyed the tour of the van. We’re from Northallerton and are just starting out on our own van conversion and journey so your advice and tips on previous videos and Instagram have been much appreciated, thank you 👍🏻😀

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 2 года назад

      We’ll we’re only across in Bedale, so happy to chat if you need to.

  • @vanlifetipstech
    @vanlifetipstech 2 года назад

    Looks lovely. Can't beat that morning coffee with a view 👍

  • @TheBabblingBrookes
    @TheBabblingBrookes 2 года назад

    Thank you for taking us there, we can't wait to visit 😍

  • @TheBabblingBrookes
    @TheBabblingBrookes 2 года назад

    Who doesn't love a ballon night glow show 👍 Sneaky parking at the event 🤣and what an impressive sight to see. Thats a great castle with amazing views from the top...can't wait to get to Portugal soon!!!

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 2 года назад

      Thanks guys, we’ve been really impressed with Portugal, but making an effort to stay away from the touristy stuff.

  • @mandybreen4395
    @mandybreen4395 2 года назад

    Hi love video. We are also planning a 6 week trip so am interested on how you get on. Great tip about the health cert for dogs. Can you advise where you stayed over night before you travelled to tunnel? will watch the rest with great interest :)

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 2 года назад

      Thanks Mandy. Behind Morrisons in Folkestone is a large carpark linked to the cricket club. They allow overnight parking. It’s not glamorous but it is well located for both the vets and the tunnel. Have fun in your travels. N

  • @LBA50462
    @LBA50462 2 года назад

    Guys, Great episode! In fact your best one yet! Great videography and sound matching, combined with stunning scenery and really useful information! Don’t forget to come home… Best Wishes, ~ Matt Wells ~ ❤️🙏❤️

  • @Farawaynow
    @Farawaynow 2 года назад

    Thanks for sharing. It always amazes me the wide variety of overland vehicles out there.

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 2 года назад

      We’ve seen some real crackers over the past couple of months. Must dig out all the pictures and do a post of them all.

  • @stefandbo
    @stefandbo 2 года назад

    Looks incredible out there!

  • @TheBabblingBrookes
    @TheBabblingBrookes 2 года назад

    We love touring all round that area, nice to see some old ground we have taken 😍

  • @relaxingtravel-LosAngeles
    @relaxingtravel-LosAngeles 2 года назад

    Chamonix is a unique and beautiful destination. We simply love this place.

  • @Professionalmoochers
    @Professionalmoochers 2 года назад

    We must’ve missed the Instagram post about Alice. Desperately sorry to hear this awful news, it leaves such a hole in your life. She was beautiful ❤️ I hope smee and yourselves are coping ok.

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 2 года назад

      Thanks so much for the kind words. It wasn’t an easy time but we’re all mending now. Take care. Nige

  • @manondeslauriers2645
    @manondeslauriers2645 2 года назад

    It must be so difficult for you to continue without Alice. It was not an easy thing to do but to let her go was best for everyone. I have been through it, not easy. I hope you will enjoy the rest of your journey. I enjoy watching your videos, it is a very nice complement to your Instagram. ❤️

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 2 года назад

      Thank you for your kind words. It’s never easy but we’re moving on slowly

  • @manondeslauriers2645
    @manondeslauriers2645 2 года назад

    very interesting video, down to earth, loads of info. Reassuring, as I am planning to cross the Channel later this year, solo female vanlifer with my dog, very green, learning everything on the spot. Refreshing to see you there, so natural and real. Will watch the next one right away!

  • @manondeslauriers2645
    @manondeslauriers2645 2 года назад

    really nice. I opted for a shower and I see how much space it takes in comparison with you floor plan.

  • @Farawaynow
    @Farawaynow 2 года назад

    Nice video, thanks for sharing😀

  • @wanderingsofalanandcaz
    @wanderingsofalanandcaz 2 года назад

    Really good video. 👍

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 2 года назад

      Thanks so much. We’re not very good at this stuff.

  • @littlemissmoffattontheroad
    @littlemissmoffattontheroad 2 года назад

    Fab info regarding getting dogs sorted for your travels abroad 👍

  • @littlemissmoffattontheroad
    @littlemissmoffattontheroad 2 года назад

    I’ve loved your video from a fellow Yorkshire lass! I was interested about the process for taking your dogs abroad too. I’d like to visit my daughter in Poland next year with my dogs so your video is giving me inspiration. Can’t wait to see your next vid. Subscribed so I don’t miss it 👍 Have fun x

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 2 года назад

      That’s really kind, thanks. The process pig taking the dogs over caused us some concern. It turned out to be really simple, and a lot cheaper with the Folkestone vets. Can highly recommend them.

  • @Professionalmoochers
    @Professionalmoochers 2 года назад

    Man after my own heart, we loved our trip to circuit de Reims 😍 Look forward to seeing more of your trip 👍🏼 Subscribed.

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 2 года назад

      Thanks guys, it had such a great feel to it, could almost sense the old racing days.

    • @Professionalmoochers
      @Professionalmoochers 2 года назад

      @@thisisvanlife2712 did you see our Instagram reel from Reims? 🤩

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 2 года назад

      @@Professionalmoochers will take a look.

  • @paulhumphrey3402
    @paulhumphrey3402 2 года назад

    We are about to do the same sort thing in September early retirement and off for six weeks.we are heading to Greece . You mentioned the Dolomites my recommendation for this area and I can guarantee you won’t be disappointed is Caravan Park Sexten. Have a great adventure

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 2 года назад

      Thanks so much. Have fun and might see you in the road.

    • @paulhumphrey3402
      @paulhumphrey3402 2 года назад

      @@thisisvanlife2712 we will keep an eye out for you

  • @eprohoda
    @eprohoda 2 года назад

    Bonjournice to meet you~how fantastic !see you on my side-

  • @markdodd2671
    @markdodd2671 2 года назад

    Such a Lovely van and really enjoy watching your journey. Could I ask the actual length and height rating ie H3 L3

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 2 года назад

      Thanks Mark, very kind. So the length is 6.3m and the height is 2.08m. Hope this helps.

  • @LBA50462
    @LBA50462 2 года назад

    Guys, First time I’ve seen inside your van - very good job! Safe travels! ~ Matt Wells ~ ❤️🙏❤️

  • @barryg1406
    @barryg1406 2 года назад

    Van looks great top job you have done. What weight is the van now it's all converted over from the ambulance side to camper

    • @thisisvanlife2712
      @thisisvanlife2712 2 года назад

      The van comes in at just under 3.5T, though it is rated at 4T from its ambulance days.

  • @BeckyBoo182
    @BeckyBoo182 2 года назад

    Absolutely beautiful!!

  • @TheBabblingBrookes
    @TheBabblingBrookes 2 года назад

    Nice tour, stunning van as well 😍❤️😍❤️😍

    • @nagger2000
      @nagger2000 2 года назад

      Very kind, thanks a lot.

  • @sixgearsvanlife7868
    @sixgearsvanlife7868 2 года назад

    good evening

  • @sixgearsvanlife7868
    @sixgearsvanlife7868 2 года назад

    good evening

  • @InvernessFarm
    @InvernessFarm 2 года назад

    I ordered the 24v version but the one I received says 12v. The seller says it will work on 24v. I am worried if I wire it to my 24v system it will blow up the machine. Help me!

    • @SwampMyster
      @SwampMyster 2 года назад

      So what happened?

    • @InvernessFarm
      @InvernessFarm 2 года назад

      @@SwampMyster it didn't work. An error message came up saying E-2 which means over voltage. Luckily it had the over voltage protection. It didn't let me change anything on the menu. I ordered another one from amazon. The description said that 12/24 volt. And it did work. You can set it up on the menu either 12v or 24v.

  • @threeredstars
    @threeredstars 2 года назад

    Just installed a new unit and none of the buttons do anything is there a reset button or would it be a faulty controller or the main computer? pressing the two top or even the two bottom buttons has no effect whatsoever.

  • @brentchristensen5877
    @brentchristensen5877 3 года назад

    It looks like there are some folks out there with the same question as me - Accidentally got a 24v version but want to run 12v. Besides this setting for the ECU there are two other potential problems - the fan motor and the glow plug. Easy enough to swap out for a 12v Glow Plug, but I wonder if the fan is possibly dual voltage, or if they use a different fan motor controller on the 24v and 12v versions. So the big unknown is the fan motor in my mind...

    • @CosmicSeeker69
      @CosmicSeeker69 2 года назад

      if it helps anyone I just searched for the fan motor and found all except an Eberspaecher were listed as dual voltage,, same with the motherboards they list as dual voltage.

  • @Wayno_50
    @Wayno_50 3 года назад

    Great vid guys . Good to see you both on screen as you go to some amazing places . We’re toying with starting to put some vids up too. The dogs are lovely , what are they called ?

  • @BeckyBoo182
    @BeckyBoo182 3 года назад

    Loved this!! I hope you do more :D