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Our Midlife Adventures - Our Midlife Van
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We retired in 2021 and began traveling in and out of our camper van. From Cruising, and international travel, to camping in the US, Mexico, and Canada, join us on Our Midlife Adventures.
We bought a Promaster Van in February 2019 while Robin was going through chemo for her second breast cancer. We slowly built out the van and completed the build for $7k.
We are Rich and Robin a California couple that met in high school and married 7 years later. We grew up in Northern California moved to Southern California and raised our 3 children. After being married 35 years we recently retired and started traveling in our van and abroad. We love sharing our travels to encourage others to get outside and explore the world and new experiences. We love outdoor adventure & travel! From hiking in the mountains, scuba diving, snorkeling, and camping beachside along the Pacific Coast and throughout the Baja Peninsula.
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We bought a Promaster Van in February 2019 while Robin was going through chemo for her second breast cancer. We slowly built out the van and completed the build for $7k.
We are Rich and Robin a California couple that met in high school and married 7 years later. We grew up in Northern California moved to Southern California and raised our 3 children. After being married 35 years we recently retired and started traveling in our van and abroad. We love sharing our travels to encourage others to get outside and explore the world and new experiences. We love outdoor adventure & travel! From hiking in the mountains, scuba diving, snorkeling, and camping beachside along the Pacific Coast and throughout the Baja Peninsula.
Subscribe to follow our Midlife Journey!!!
Cruising to Alaska for the 1st Time - Discovery Princess
In August of 2023 we went on an Alaskan cruise with family from Seattle Washington.
🎥 Check out our other Princess Cruise videos: ruclips.net/p/PLYAl-hyKcsENIM8887cyFUIbiqXnrgvlH
We stopped in Ketchikan where we did a float plan tour and walked Creek Street. We cruised into the Endcott Arm fjord to Dawes Glacier and stopped in Juneau where we rented the car and went to Mendenhall Glacier to explore the area. We also stopped at Skagway where we took the Railway tour to White Pass.
👉 WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
Regal Princess Cruise Ship Videos: ruclips.net/p/PLYAl-hyKcsEPr7ql3y8k9rqLTYGG6F9eG
Our upcoming travel in 2023 includes cruises on the:
Carnival Pride - Baltic Sea, British Isles & Iceland: ruc...
🎥 Check out our other Princess Cruise videos: ruclips.net/p/PLYAl-hyKcsENIM8887cyFUIbiqXnrgvlH
We stopped in Ketchikan where we did a float plan tour and walked Creek Street. We cruised into the Endcott Arm fjord to Dawes Glacier and stopped in Juneau where we rented the car and went to Mendenhall Glacier to explore the area. We also stopped at Skagway where we took the Railway tour to White Pass.
👉 WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
Regal Princess Cruise Ship Videos: ruclips.net/p/PLYAl-hyKcsEPr7ql3y8k9rqLTYGG6F9eG
Our upcoming travel in 2023 includes cruises on the:
Carnival Pride - Baltic Sea, British Isles & Iceland: ruc...
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Budget Airlines: New Orleans Trip on Frontier
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We flew to New Orleans on Frontier Airlines with our Go Wild All You Can Fly Pass. 🎥 Watch our other Frontier Airlines Go Wild Pass videos: ruclips.net/p/PLYAl-hyKcsENVG4v2OZyhSByL8iqKz4ef During our 2 week adventure flying with the Frontier Go Wild Pass in the summer we stopped in San Juan Puerto Rico. We stayed near the San Juan close to the beach in the Condado area. On this trip we traveled...
We Found the Cheapest Way to Travel Puerto Rico
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We flew to San Juan Puerto Rico on Frontier Airlines with our Go Wild All You Can Fly Pass. 🎥 Learn more about how we use the Frontier Airlines Go WIld Pass videos: bit.ly/46BM1aq During our 2 week adventure flying with the Frontier Go Wild Pass in the summer we stopped in San Juan Puerto Rico. We stayed near the San Juan close to the beach in the Condado area. On this trip we traveled from Cal...
We Booked 16 Frontier Go Wild Pass Flights - How did we do it?
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We Booked 16 Frontier Go Wild Pass Flights and in this video we show how we did it. 🎥 2 Weeks of Frontier's Go Wild Pass Flights - Review ruclips.net/video/UHTawrtUJ_0/видео.html We’re sharing how we book our Frontier Go Wild Pass Flights. we took 16 flights in 2 weeks and traveled around the United States. Wild Pass in the summer. How much the flights cost, many delays we had, how many cancell...
2 Weeks of Frontier's Go Wild Pass Flights - Review
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What did we think of flying Frontier Airlines with our Go Wild Pass for 2 Weeks - Review 🎥 Where did Frontier Airlines Go Wild Pass take us in 2 Weeks - Is it Worth it ruclips.net/video/1qTMQryAo7w/видео.html We’re sharing our 2 week adventure flying with the Frontier Go Wild Pass in the summer. How much the flights cost, how many delays we had, how many cancellations we had, and if we would tr...
Our Boston Trip Using Frontier Airlines Go Wild Pass
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During our 2 week adventure flying with the Frontier Go Wild Pass in the summer we stopped in Boston Massachusetts. 🎥 We Booked 16 Frontier Go Wild Pass Flights - How did we do it? ruclips.net/video/XwWhyxYjlRc/видео.html We stayed near the Freedom Trail with easy transportation to and from the Boston Airport. On this trip we traveled from California to Boston, flying down to Puerto Rico, visit...
Where did Frontier Airlines Go Wild Pass take is in 2 Weeks - Is it Worth it?
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Where can your Frontier Go Wild Pass take you? Watch to find out. 🎥 How to we booked 2 weeks of Frontier Go Wild Pass Flights ruclips.net/video/XwWhyxYjlRc/видео.html We’re sharing our 2 week adventure flying with the Frontier Go Wild Pass in the summer. From California to Boston, flying down to Puerto Rico, visiting New Orleans for the first time. Visiting friends and family along the way in W...
1 Year Flying with Frontier Airlines All You Can Fly Go Wild Pass
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We took 1 Year Flying with Frontier Airlines All You Can Fly Go Wild Pass. Where did it take us? 🎥 Learn more about how we use the Frontier Airlines Go Wild Pass videos: ruclips.net/video/XwWhyxYjlRc/видео.html We fly 30 times in the year domestically and to 3 international countries. We visited Costa Rica, Punta Cana, and Cancun with our pass. We booked a last minute cruise out of Galveston an...
Easy Cruise Debarkation Dover England To Heathrow Airport Essentials
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Debarking in Dover England ending our 33 Days on our Carnival cruise was easy!! With easy transportation to London. 🎥 Don't forget to watch our videos from our European cruise: ruclips.net/p/PLYAl-hyKcsEMV9Fgw9sz2Nu4cvIElTiI4 After 33 days of cruising from Dover England to the Baltic, British Isles, and Iceland we enjoy a last sea day before flying to California from Heathrow. In this video, we...
We Lived on a Cruise Ship for a Month! What Did We Think?
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We Lived on a Cruise Ship for a Month! What Did We Think? 🎥 Don't forget to watch our other videos from our European cruise: bit.ly/4a2Hjmw In July of 2023 we cruised for 33 Days on the Carnival Pride out of Dover England. We sailed to 18 ports in the Baltic, the British Isles, and Iceland. In this video, we share our experience living on a cruise ship for a month in our early retirement. What ...
Kirkwall, Scotland Cruise Port on our Own in Orkney Islands Hendges
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Our last port after cruising for a month was Kirkwall Scotland. We decided to do our own self tour and took the local tour bus around this beautiful Orkeny Island with a stop in Stommnas and the Ring of Brodgar. After the bus tour, we walked around Kirkwall and visited the 11th Century Cathedral St. Magnus. We had a great day exploring the Kirkwall and the surrounding area before returning to t...
Charming Town Iceland Cruise Water Shuttle - Seydisfjordur Port
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We spent a day in Seydisfjordur Iceland a tiny port town on our Iceland Cruise. We had to take a water Shuttle / tender to shore from the ship. Since we had issues with previous water shuttles we didn't make any plans for this port as we were unsure how long it would take to get off the ship. Once on shore we stopped at the visitors center and were pleasantly surprised that they had car rentals...
Amazing Day in Akureyri Iceland - Budget Excursion Godafoss
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This is a great video so so helpful so glad I’m prepared now😅🎉
Have a great cruise. Since this cruise, we’ve been to Alaska again hopefully, we’ll get that video out soon.
Where exactly did you get the idea that a FWD cargo van should ever ho on loose sand?
Because we’ve been successful multiple times :-) 🚐
@@OurMidlifeVan balz
Do you have to pay for your seats too
Your seat will be assigned at check-in. We were lucky to get a status match from another airline so we can pick seats at booking for free.
How much did the rental car cost?
The rental car was more than we would normally like to pay. It was $200 USD.
Great video, im doing the drive next month for thanksgiving
The end of November was our favorite time last year. Have a great trip.
Thanks for the video, but next time, spend some time to explain about each lounge requirements for entrance (type of ticket, credit card membership, any additional fees). Thanks,
Thanks
#safeinbaja
#lovebajacalifornia
You have to add some sazón to pronouncing Puerto Rico. It's NOT Porto Rico 🙃😬
Thenks
Hello I have a question so because both of you guys have the pass . One person is able to book for two people. ? Are you guys booking one way flights?
We always book one way flights and yes you can book for multiplied pass holders on one reservation. You can also set each other up in your profiles as companions and this has made it so they have sat is next to each other when we haven’t picked seats.
Well when something does happen… you’ll wish you had t taken a vehicle into Mexico!
Life is full of what ifs.
I'm coming Puerto Rico 🇵🇷
Have an amazing time.
So you can’t see the go wild price unless it’s basically 2days before correct ?
Yes midnight the day before you can see if flights are available. The price is always a penny and taxes.
When are you able to see the go wild price ????? A week in advance or what
Prices are always a penny and taxes. International flights are more taxes you can always see what a full fare flight taxes are to see what your taxes will be. You can book International lights 10 days before.
I have been watching you on your epic cruise-tour to Europe, and I am incredibly impressed! You are so adventurous! And your video and commentary are just outstanding. Thank you - and keep up the hard work!
Wow, thank you! Glad you are enjoying the videos. Thanks for watching!!
I noticed some vintage 2 stroke Vespas in the garage, are they for hire . Can send me a link to that garage I’d like to make some inquiries.🛵🇮🇹🛵🇮🇹🇬🇧
Yes they have 2 stoke vintage ones as well. We started out on those but they moved us to the new ones since some other they were heavier and the others continued ride the heavier ones as well. This is were we booked the tour: bit.ly/44zWIZP
1st bus 6:45. 90 minit out to falls. I will spend more
Thanks for watching. Bus ride was about 30 mintues.
Ok hear ya. Ai says 90 minute. Know with 3 buses a problem. I don’t need problem. Will do godafoss and May just do self walking tour other port thus only $200 total two ports.
Thank you 3 buses a day
The day we were there they only had 1 bus.
Tell me more about this bus
When we were there they only had one bus going out to the falls and back. The same bus waited for us while we explored the falls. We share about it @ 4:00 of the video.
I remember I was showing the kids the M.B I took a wrong turn had my pistol on me . Let me tell you.
Oh no! Not a good experience.
The rugged beauty of Baja and the way you documented this off-road camping. It’s rare to find something that’s both so intense and so peaceful at the same time. This video stirs something deep inside, reminding me of the call of the wild.
Thank you!
This video is pure therapy for the soul. The way you captured the peaceful vibe, is just magical. It feels like a dream I don’t want to wake up from. Your channel is the perfect place for anyone seeking inspiration and beauty
Thank you!
Mexican beaches are a nightmare to Camp on the Baja no longer has any peace and quiet The locals will find you in the night in pull right up to your car and blast music on purpose
Thankfully that hasn’t been our experience.
What schedules is their service?
Not sure.
Hay mate, nice rig, looks well built 👌 💪 👍 What length is your box/tray? I'm looking for one in Australia 🇦🇺
Great question. We met Steve on the beach in Baja and he was kind enough to show us around his rig and give us a tour.
New Orleans, nice! We have never been, but looks like a great time!
It was an experience. If we go again we definitely want to explore more areas away from Bourbon street. 😀
We are in Berlin at the moment and we have been so impressed by the number of people who have helped us, the people are just so friendly
Always great to visit a place with helpful locals. 😀
Not the I formation to help
Thanks for watching.
I’m surprised they still consider Canada a different country and require a passport. The people speak English and all pretty much seem the same.
Most I've done is 20 days on Virgin Valiant Lady: 6-8-6 Caribbean.
20 days in the Caribbean sounds nice. :)
@@OurMidlifeVan But the London crew were happy to see us leave, the ship's officers only liked my Diabetic Service black Pug GiGi: really the two identical Virgin vessels, were the most boring ships I've ever been on.
The Regal Princess is NOT the original Love Boat... the cruise line yes, not the Regal Princess! Please stop talking over your husband, you are constantly doing it during this vlog! Annoying
thanks
Very nice video. Where exactly did you get the bus and the bus schedule? Do we need to book/reserve the bus? We're going there next May. Thank you.
Thank! We used Google maps to plan the trip and it told us the bus number and location. The bus was located a short few minute walk from the ship outside the visitor center.
Really enjoying your videos from Baja to Europe! Looking forward to your future adventures!
Thanks!!! Thanks for watching. We have a lot of adventures we are working on getting posted. 😊
We did the same thing this summer with the Pass. 2 weeks in Mexico. One week in Jam. 5 days in Montana. 2 days in Denver. 5 days in Vegas twice. Lots of lounges. Used restaurant benefit 4 times before it ended. Looks like you made the most of it
Sounds like you had a great trip as well. Last year’s pass we went to Cancun, Dominican Republic and Costa Rica. All new locations to us thanks to the Go Wild Pass. 😍
Excellent video and useful to us. We head south for a long road trip to Cabo and are happy to be reminded of why we do it and of the reality of life in what is essentially Mexico's Alaska. Can you imagine what you'd think of the USA if your first experience was the drive from Alaska?
We’re glad you found the video useful. Love traveling and experiencing new places. Safe travels
Interesting... I bought it last November and haven’t been able to use it once. 99% of our searches were all grayed out! smh!!
Wow, what airport do you fly out of? We have 4 options but thankfully our main home airport is available 90% of the time.
Thank you so much!! So helpful! ❤
Thank you. So glad you found it helpful.
Hi this is wonderful video . I have a question please; I want to travel from Italy to morroco with camper me and my wife for one month and I don’t know how much indie will do for us . We want the cheaper one And what do you think about this company. Bcs I seee lot of no good comments
Not sure about taking the Campervan to Morocco. But we have also seen some of the not so good comments. We have never had an issue with Indie in Europe and have rented 3 Campervan from them from 3 different countries.
I just bought the pass for my daughter who is in school near Denver. Hopefully it works well for her coming home!
That’s great hope she gets a lot of use out of the pass.
Hey, How long was the day trip?
We were gone almost 9 hours. Getting back into London just after 5pm.
thanks for all the info...
Thanks for watching. Glad you found it helpful.
Nice
Thanks.
What type of camera you were using to record ?? Thanks 🙏
We used a Go Pro and iPhone 14.
How long was the hike?
It was about 3 hours out and back including all the stops.
A map would be nice showing where each area is.
Great idea. We will have to do an updated video as we have more spots to add and some have changed.
Google map works
Funny how the DEA's job was done by the drug dealers instead
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@@OurMidlifeVan Lmfao, the site glitched and put this on your video instead. I posted this on a Breaking Bad video 😂
I'm a little concerned with all the recent dropped routes from Frontier. Still hoping to get my money's worth out of it before May 1st of 2025. If I get in the 30s in flights I'll be happy.
We feel you. They are always changing routes. Thankfully they have added Sacramento flights from 2 of our local airport daily so currently that is great for us since we have family up that way. Hope you hit 30 flights and more. Safe Travels
The video is all just selfies.
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Just discovered your channel. It was fascinating watching your vlogs of your long cruise with Carnival. We have cruised three times with that line and have a short one coming up in the fall. What amazed me was your January 3-11, 2023 Regal Princess cruise. We were on that ship with you. We drove five hours one day and then five hours the second to keep from flying. It is so much fun watching your daily vlogs on that cruise. This is the first time we have ever found vloggers/creators who have filmed a cruise we were on at the same time. You did a great job of showing the inside and outside of the Regal as well as doing an outstanding job of showing all the ports of call. Looking forward to watching your future trips.
Aw thanks! Glad you found us and thanks for following along.
You only had 17 ports in 33 days?? So 16 at sea? That’s ridiculous and why we quit sailing on Carnival. We are booked on another line for 6 cruises back to back, same cabin, for 67 nights and have only 20 days at sea. We are doing South America, South America to Germany, 2 Baltic cruises and 2 Norway cruises.
Only 8 sea days for the 33 days of sailing over 3 cruises, but then had some cancelled ports. Also we returned to Dover 2 times during our 33 days so not really a sea day but turn airing day. Only way to get to places like Estonia, Finland and Iceland from Dover is to have some seas days which we enjoy. Hope you have a great 67 night trip. We have South America on our list for sure. Enjoy.
I would absolutely love staying on the Pride for a month. I live right by the Baltimore Harbour and just returned from our cruise July 7th. Were you guys onboard with us then?
We haven’t cruised out of Baltimore yet. Hopefully in the future. We only cruised in the Pride out of Dover England.
Builders contact please and thank you SO very much ?!
We built this van ourselves. :)
@@OurMidlifeVan do you all build for other moving to van life ? If not who’s you recommend ? Thanks a million !
We don’t build for others sorry. Mountain Made Vans has a nice product.