RENTED A VAN And I Am CHANGING MY MIND. Lost Without My Home!

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  • Опубликовано: 25 ноя 2024

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  • @kornfreak78
    @kornfreak78 Год назад +212

    I have to say, Chrome.. your enthusiasm for literally everything is heart warming. It's a big reason I keep coming back to your videos. You have such a lust for life and it's just nice to see. A lot of the time I am down and out for reasons I won't get into but when I tune into your videos, your positivity always leaves me feeling better by the end. So thanks for being you and doing what you do, Sir. Cheers!

    • @ceebee987
      @ceebee987 Год назад +10

      I absolutely agree. It's the same for me.

    • @user-Bee3939
      @user-Bee3939 Год назад +4

      Me as well ❤

    • @nancyconnell3886
      @nancyconnell3886 Год назад +4

      Chrome!!! This hightop is almost what I have dreaming about!! A Transit with a wet bath & twin couches! Only need a little galley, but must have a microwave. You see, I used to drive e250s like Emi's, but window vans! Oh, how I miss being above the traffic & going to places like you were in today!!!!

    • @fiftiesandfabulous
      @fiftiesandfabulous Год назад +3

      Me too!

    • @mdb5672
      @mdb5672 Год назад +5

      Me too.... love a man and his dog who loves van life and travelling..wondering if your single 😉 new to your channel grateful I found it....safe travels and looking forward to your future adventure 🎉light & love from a woman and her dog 💃

  • @Jasontodd74
    @Jasontodd74 Год назад +12

    Need a stroller/ cart for Cruise for the summer !! When he has had it he can still hangout instead of going to the van…

  • @tanfastictrancer-bowserapp8350
    @tanfastictrancer-bowserapp8350 Год назад +85

    Always the highlight of my day when I see your video pop up. I’m there with you every step of the way even though I’m in the UK. I love the look of Canada and want to visit one day but until then I have you and the legend that is Cruz the faithful hound. Thanks mate 👍

    • @JudithBisson
      @JudithBisson Год назад +6

      I live in Ontario close to the lowest point in Canada. There are so many natural wonders, kettle point for one. They have these round stones in the water, only other place is in Australia. Many parks, Muskoka and above that Algonquin park. Hope you are able to come to Canada. I hope to visit Great Britain, Scotland ,Ireland and my ancestors home land France.

    • @katzcrow640
      @katzcrow640 Год назад +4

      Ohh you gotta make the trip to Canada 🍁.... You will fall in Love... Also has so many Nature Hot Springs an waterfalls People are so Kind...

    • @ebikeoutdoors
      @ebikeoutdoors Год назад +4

      Same here mate I'm from the UK and would love to travel around Canada it's a dream of mine to go Bow hunting over there this guy is definitely living a great life ✌👍🚙

    • @WinkClemente
      @WinkClemente Год назад +2

      I totally agree with you on that, I check his RUclips channel every morning to see the new drop

  • @carlyrose6303
    @carlyrose6303 Год назад +10

    4 minutes in..that view of the mountains and clouds…wow like a painting 😍

  • @BrianMakesMovies
    @BrianMakesMovies Год назад +2

    Travel hack for the Fairmont hotel, you can get reservations to one of the like 5 restaurants inside. Then we just walked around and took elevators to the top floors for the views. Pretty cool place.

  • @cyvonn
    @cyvonn Год назад +4

    I feel the same about souvenir shops. It's just something about them that makes me happy.

  • @nathalieleroch6658
    @nathalieleroch6658 Год назад +54

    Your resilience and enthousiasm for everything life brings at you is warming to others. I enjoy this part of you when I watch your videos. Take care.

  • @k.c.8535
    @k.c.8535 Год назад +4

    I have enjoyed the trip thus far..................thank you.

  • @jenniferlarsonjaylaplans
    @jenniferlarsonjaylaplans Год назад +13

    Banff springs hotel is $1400 per night and up because it’s high season … if you go in winter you will pay half that, some rooms are $500 per night. Also keep in mind this is a VERY old hotel and while it is maintained immaculately you can’t really change the size of the original rooms (that’s code to say the oldest rooms are small)

  • @lindachrisman
    @lindachrisman Год назад +1

    Chrome literally my whole family is in Canmore right now for my nephews wedding. Y’all probably crossed paths.

  • @amojzi
    @amojzi Год назад +37

    There is a shorter version of that van where you can put your bed side by side. Big tires, elevated suspension, 4x4 could be a nice new home

    • @amojzi
      @amojzi Год назад +1

      @@livinginavwvan207 Yes, you right but Ford vans are cheaper, probably, then Mercedes Benz and also AWD helping you in Backcountry.

  • @kaymt4282
    @kaymt4282 Год назад +6

    That drive into Banff park is my favorite view in the whole world.

  • @MichelleMeadia
    @MichelleMeadia Год назад +2

    next time you’re in banff ⛰️ park for free at the train station 🚂 also most places in banff allow dogs including the banff springs hotel so take cruz with you for a walk 🐾 with your parks pass you can get in free at the cave and basin museum in banff too (free parking there too!) for a shower go to elevation place in canmore or the banff centre for the arts gym 🚿 😊

  • @valeriefairley8363
    @valeriefairley8363 Год назад +1

    I was at Banff last week. I am from Texas. It also was the first time I was in a Tim Horn, and I have never had a fresh donut until now.

  • @dynoreed7235
    @dynoreed7235 Год назад +9

    Chrome wearing a Matt's off road recovery hoodie! So cool!

  • @JohnnyTorontoEh
    @JohnnyTorontoEh Год назад +24

    We truly live in the most beautiful country in the world!!! Thanks for bringing us along Chrome........and the stand up model suits you!!!

    • @charisma-hornum-fries
      @charisma-hornum-fries Год назад

      I just love your enthusiasm and devotion to your homeland. I've never felt that way about the country i live in but the beauty of my birth country of Greenland is probably up there if I understand you definition correctly. 😊

    • @kathyanderson1509
      @kathyanderson1509 Год назад +1

      Amen 😊

  • @archiecarl
    @archiecarl Год назад +20

    This has been one of my favorite videos not because necessarily what you're doing but the whole vibe you just look bright and light in this big van with all the windows. You just seem cage free versus been inside the barn all day I really like the van it's like you're living anyway take care

  • @relaxatsagespa783
    @relaxatsagespa783 Год назад +6

    I love that you are a tourist ❤ and buy souvenirs 🎉

  • @patriciaschandl
    @patriciaschandl Год назад +7

    Was a student at the Banff Centre of Fine Arts, once upon a time. Thanks for the memories. Banff is amazing! Awesome van!

  • @benhoose
    @benhoose Год назад +8

    4:25 that was an amazing view of the sun on the mountain tops

  • @donnaradonski2470
    @donnaradonski2470 Год назад +3

    Curiosity got me. Fremont Hotel rates with taxes is $1075 to $3513 on Expedia.
    We went to Fremont Hotel back in the late 60s as a young teen. The area I remember as quite different.
    My parents had a travel trailer. We stayed in that somewhere up there. It was beautiful.

  • @DesertRatTV
    @DesertRatTV Год назад +15

    I dig the sweatshirt.. Matt’s off-road recovery. Another of my favorite channels.

  • @RunningTowardHappiness
    @RunningTowardHappiness Год назад +51

    Yo, Chrome!!! You bring so much happiness to us viewers, despite all the tribulations you’ve endured. You always find a ray of sunshine to stoke your adventures. I love watching you get giddy about small things, hearing your upbeat commentary, and the way you treat us all as friends is a true testament to why we all love you and Cruzie Bear. Stay safe, bro. Can’t wait for your next video. ✌️

  • @steveaustin330
    @steveaustin330 Год назад +9

    I think it's much easier to change in a high-top.

  • @pattymills1635
    @pattymills1635 Год назад +19

    Omg Chrome, you look so happy and relaxed! Thank you for the tour of Baniff, what a beautifully clean little town.

  • @jenniferjones2863
    @jenniferjones2863 Год назад +6

    Why do so many RUclipsrs blast music suddenly that's several times louder than their voice? I have to keep turning the volume up and down. If we can hear their voice in the video we can hear the music at the same volume.

  • @doris1826
    @doris1826 Год назад +4

    When I was a kid & traveled with my folks, I used to purchase silver charms and attach them to a charm bracelet. Took up very little room, but I still had the souveniers.

  • @butterflySmiles2
    @butterflySmiles2 Год назад +1

    This was some awesome video of mountains of never seen never.

  • @louvin5671
    @louvin5671 Год назад +9

    Beautiful scenery! That was a really nice video!

  • @tammyinman1699
    @tammyinman1699 Год назад +3

    It might not have been your original plan but WOW Banff and the Rockies … SO BEAUTIFUL!!!!

  • @Syl-Vee
    @Syl-Vee Год назад +18

    That drive to Jasper will blow your mind! We did it a long long time ago when it was new. You can get horse trail rides in Jasper, too. That was how I once rode by a moose (like 20 ft. away!). Thank you so much for sharing this trip. You bring so much happiness. I hope you stop by the Athabasca glacier...

  • @onasledoverland
    @onasledoverland Год назад +3

    Well, I put Baniff on my list for sure. And that sweatshirt is awesome. Want.
    ❤❤

  • @nepatswin
    @nepatswin Год назад +5

    The scenery was AWESOME!

  • @oscarmarfori613
    @oscarmarfori613 Год назад +6

    CANADA is beautiful if I had a chance to stay longer I will never hesitate

  • @kitbram2033
    @kitbram2033 Год назад +9

    Gotta feel so worry free in a new rig. No listening for new strange sounds is liberating.

  • @liorayahisrael5485
    @liorayahisrael5485 Год назад +4

    Thank you Chrome! The mountains are awesome. Enjoy the week!!

  • @nancycoole5217
    @nancycoole5217 Год назад +1

    Here in the Shawangunk Mtns., there is a Lake Minnewaska..by Mohonk Mountain House (a castle tool..Those Canadian Rockies made my jaw hit the floor w their Stunning Beauty 😍

  • @dynoreed7235
    @dynoreed7235 Год назад +6

    That Karma camper van is so beautiful!

  • @lindamassey5305
    @lindamassey5305 Год назад +6

    Wow what a great video. You look like you really are enjoying this traveling. Iam glad it makes the experience watching your video so much more fun.

  • @joannr3799
    @joannr3799 Год назад +21

    What a beautiful little town and the views of the mountains and the lake are stunning! You look much more comfortable in the high top but kinda like a fish out of water since it’s not your usual home. Hopefully it will be fixed soon!🙏🏻🤞

  • @revyred8679
    @revyred8679 Год назад +21

    Just LOVING this ride your taking all of us on...THANK YOU CHROME & CRUZIE❤❤❤

  • @planningwithjohn
    @planningwithjohn Год назад +2

    You're near Calgary, Big Rock Brewery is one of my favorite from up there.

  • @lindamassey5305
    @lindamassey5305 Год назад +4

    Love the hoodie you look great in it and so cool when you put shades on. Go chrome

  • @casssmith2610
    @casssmith2610 Год назад +3

    I’ve stayed in that castle many times… the view from the suite at the top, looking out the back over the creek and mountains is amazing.

  • @mitzioden4926
    @mitzioden4926 Год назад +23

    Glad you're liking the van. It has a lot of amenities that are nice.
    Cruzie seems to enjoy it too.

    • @jpnewman1688
      @jpnewman1688 Год назад +1

      That dog is just another prisoner.. 💯💯

  • @raheemHunter-n4o
    @raheemHunter-n4o Год назад +7

    Love the videos Love from Jamaica ❤️❤️

  • @manonpaca77000
    @manonpaca77000 Год назад +18

    It's always a pleasure to watch you. Your happiness comforts me in these difficult times (I live in France). Thank you for your videos. It allows me to project myself in my projects. Take care.

  • @copemanshsu
    @copemanshsu Год назад +3

    Long time viewer that only lives part time in a van for work. I get to do a couple of trips throughout the year from lack of funds. But getting to see the views so many others get a chance to see by watching your videos like this, it's something else. I'll get there one day. Keep on keeping Chrome!

  • @LSChestersMom
    @LSChestersMom Год назад +7

    I love this van!!! This is my kinda rig :) Enjoy gents... I always remind myself it is ok to change and grow :)

  • @planningwithjohn
    @planningwithjohn Год назад +1

    I spenf the summer of 1997 at the Banff Centre for the Arts studying and performing. It is such an amazing place.

  • @cheryesido364
    @cheryesido364 Год назад +2

    I loved Bamff when I visited Canada in 2010.

  • @harold210
    @harold210 Год назад +27

    what's it like on gas compared to your van?

  • @chaddalziel8524
    @chaddalziel8524 Год назад +1

    I've done alot of service calls in Jasper driving from Edmonton. I never had a love for these views until seeing it through someone elses eyes. I forget people dont have this view everyday. It is a beautiful place,

  • @CoryParish85
    @CoryParish85 Год назад +2

    Chrome… go to Waterton for a day in Southern Alberta! Would be great views for content! 👍

  • @sorvis100
    @sorvis100 Год назад

    Nice meeting you! Thank you for coming into our store and supporting us @cabin Collective. Enjoy your mug 😉

  • @bruinsfan8278
    @bruinsfan8278 Год назад +1

    Chrome your drive is not Unbelievable dude, Its Epic Man !!

  • @alexanderweaver7066
    @alexanderweaver7066 Год назад +1

    Wow! Banff is on my bucket list now. Those mountain views were stunning!

  • @brandymcgrath9386
    @brandymcgrath9386 Год назад +5

    Lol… does cruzie have summer shoes.. love that little guy. So adorable.❤❤❤

  • @KennyMkay88
    @KennyMkay88 Год назад +2

    I need the wilderness so bad I am craving it . I'm far south in north America it would take probably almost 2,000 miles to get where you are . I'm thinking about going to hit up the western states where there are amazing mountains and forest and desserts .

  • @conniewieck6158
    @conniewieck6158 Год назад +9

    Thank you for taking us along on that beautiful scenic tour. That town of Banff was absolutely gorgeous and the mountains and water were breath taking. You are so darn lucky. Thanks Chrome. Poor Cruz I felt sorry for him sounding like he did on walk you could tell he had, had it. Take care and drive safe and can't wait fir more beautiful country. Don't have that in States that I know of.

  • @4Hester
    @4Hester Год назад +2

    Bedankt for taking us on your travels Chrome & Cruise. Enjoying it tremendously

    • @VANCITYVANLIFE
      @VANCITYVANLIFE  Год назад

      thanks for riding along. I appreciate the time and love

  • @GregDinAZ
    @GregDinAZ Год назад +7

    That town, with its awesome hotel and the Canadian Rockies scenery, is mind blowing! 🤯❤️

  • @prinzessinnnn
    @prinzessinnnn Год назад +3

    Always love your town tours - I’m the same I love the souvenir shops, no shame no shade!! 😂

  • @lin7284
    @lin7284 Год назад +2

    I absolutely adore Banff and enjoyed the Sulphur Hot Springs too briefly - it reminded me a little of Switzerland. (I'm from the UK).

  • @SeanGettingsActorComedian
    @SeanGettingsActorComedian Год назад +31

    Been watching your videos for a few weeks. Great stuff and your positive attitude is refreshing. Each day is an adventure and you roll with it. You forget everything.....love it. Safe travels and what else did you forget? Cheers

  • @karolmolitor4675
    @karolmolitor4675 Год назад +1

    I will be in Alberta and British Columbia in late August. Can't wait ❤ Hello from Minnesota, USA.

  • @frederick6008
    @frederick6008 Год назад +4

    Unreal up there! Next summer I'll be leaving Maine, crossing CA to Alaska. Kerp the video's coming. 👍

    • @linebrunelle1004
      @linebrunelle1004 Год назад

      make sure you know the laws of Canada. just saying. many a U.S. citizen gets upset at the border.
      "I am an American!!!". is always my favourite entitled reasoning.

  • @bellahlangford7676
    @bellahlangford7676 Год назад +1

    Oh my, what beautiful scenery, my biggest concern is driving on the wrong side of the road, from Melbourne Australia lol

  • @GMoneyMacFresh
    @GMoneyMacFresh Год назад +6

    The Fairmont has a spa in the bottom of it called "willow springs" - you can go in for Twilight hours rates from 7 - 9 for like 30 bucks. you get full access to the spa. I totally recommend. Used to take girls on dates there.

  • @roseshafer258
    @roseshafer258 Год назад +1

    Chrome that was the prettiest scenery ever. Thank You

  • @rrhopewell
    @rrhopewell Год назад +1

    Your videos so the most beautiful scenes. It looks like a picture in a magazine. Just breath taking

  • @charlesyates6687
    @charlesyates6687 Год назад +3

    Box vans make the best campers . You can go as big as 24 foot box .

  • @stephvanderyacht3644
    @stephvanderyacht3644 Год назад +1

    You're right above us in MT. Love our Rockies!!

  • @tommythompson5259
    @tommythompson5259 Год назад +11

    Just when I thought I couldn’t be more jealous of your awesome lifestyle. Keep up with the awesome footage bro.And that hotel is on another level.

  • @skydivekrazy76
    @skydivekrazy76 Год назад +9

    You put so much positivity into the world. It's truly a pleasure to watch you.

  • @BillieJean64
    @BillieJean64 Год назад +4

    I was yelling, "get underwear"😂

  • @tonyg17a
    @tonyg17a Год назад +6

    Keep that head up. We are with you.

  • @user-uk6yz1my8h
    @user-uk6yz1my8h Год назад +2

    Great video,Chrome. Always wear sandals when using showers out and about. Safe travels for you and Cruz.

  • @judyhunt5291
    @judyhunt5291 Год назад +4

    Wonderful way to start the weekend 😊 watching you 😄

  • @rosesandthorns7789
    @rosesandthorns7789 Год назад +12

    Yay you got CHONIES 😂! Your whistling tone FIT THE ATMOSPHERE OF THAT SHOWER 🚿 🫣! Awesome ♥️ the adventure today you took us on perfect filming,music, editing as ALWAYS ✌️📹💯! That city the way it was set up the building structure wise fits the scenery.

  • @AmyStoneYT
    @AmyStoneYT Год назад +2

    The view from that van, both out the windows AND INSIDE the van, are STUNNING 🤩

  • @kittanystreams
    @kittanystreams Год назад +3

    I want that van! lol -my dream is to one day travel around and paint all the beautiful places I can find hehe

  • @quirkydrivenlife
    @quirkydrivenlife Год назад +9

    “Uh oh I’m in trouble, damnit!”😂 you purchased a wonderful mug. beautiful drive into the park. The castle looks worth the stay in the future for sure 👍🏻

  • @stacynoble3909
    @stacynoble3909 Год назад +1

    You would make a fine spokesperson for Karma Campervans...

  • @patriciaching100
    @patriciaching100 Год назад +12

    That van is large.. the shot of the back view in the parking lot.. wow! The views while driving were fantastic. It was nice to see you standing in your temporary home. Cruzie seemed to like sitting next to you... Thank You so very much!!!

  • @HaroldJackson
    @HaroldJackson Год назад +3

    I like the Matt's off road hoody better 😂 I love that channel 😮

  • @bseated1
    @bseated1 Год назад +1

    LOVE Banff! Brings back memories from a few years ago. My ex says that neither of us can go back to Banff because it was such a great experience while we were together. I agreed, but now I'm not sure if I will hold up my end of the bargain!!

  • @marleiseturner4689
    @marleiseturner4689 Год назад +2

    Love the shirt and coffee mug❤ and the video of of the castle. I see myself in a houseboat on that lake in the summer👍

  • @lilyLily1824
    @lilyLily1824 Год назад +1

    im only 6 hours away from my house! ive got to come there!

  • @oceanbluebaby
    @oceanbluebaby Год назад +5

    i live my adventures through you, i only wish i can get a van to travel and live the lifestyle locally. Thank you for sharing your life with us. it gives me hope and determinations to one day get my own. or maybe i can turn my suv into a home. hm.

  • @barbarahamilton9139
    @barbarahamilton9139 Год назад +1

    One of my favorite videos from your channel. Your enthusiasm is infectious. What a pleasure

  • @DebiBrady
    @DebiBrady Год назад +1

    Did a quick search for Banff castle hotel (aka Fairmont Banff Springs)...this weekend it's "only" about $1K/night USD before taxes and fees. BUT August is a little cheaper (about $100/night less)...high season end in mid-October and the prices drop a little more. Seems like the most expensive in the area. On a personal note, don't beat yourself up about what you forgot, enjoy this experience and imagine how happy you'll be when you get your REAL home back!

  • @anthonytheitalian2863
    @anthonytheitalian2863 Год назад +1

    Thank you Chrome and Cruzie for this ride and for the beautiful views of those mountains and the town

  • @Greenandgold888
    @Greenandgold888 Год назад +3

    woo! Another video! I been waiting!

  • @gbryant261
    @gbryant261 Год назад +3

    The company I worked for sent me to Calgary and Vancouver in 2010 or there about. Finished up in Calgary about noon and wasn't flying to Vancouver until the following day so I drove up to Banff. Oh my, what a drive. Without a doubt one of the most scenic rides I have ever had the pleasure of taking. I was planning on doing a cross-Canada RV run in 2020 but we know what happened to end that little party. Hoping we can get into Canada this fall and do Vancouver and Banff at that time. BTW, lived in Chicago the first time, now retired in Arizona.

  • @naomiwoodman3585
    @naomiwoodman3585 Год назад +2

    Stop talking bad about yourself. No one is perfect. Go with the flow, it will all work out.

  • @clydesmith1855
    @clydesmith1855 Год назад +3

    Chrome you must be Canada's unofficial official tour guide.

  • @pennylee6569
    @pennylee6569 Год назад +1

    The view are beautiful an amazing thanks for sharing see yah Chrome an Cruz hugs always

  • @RichardWilson-be8zp
    @RichardWilson-be8zp Год назад +1

    Treat yourself to a night at the Chateau Lake Louise. Gorgeous Gorgeous Gorgeous.

  • @susanadams-wauro6716
    @susanadams-wauro6716 Год назад +18

    Loving the Ford Transit! The steps for Cruzie are perfect. Lots of space, head room, great big bed, windows, everything put in drawers, big storage garage...total streamlined living. Needs a heavy duty suspension for off roading...but otherwise.