FULL-TIME TRAVEL: The UGLY TRUTH no one tells you!
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- The truth is that full-time travel can be really tough, and it's not always as glamorous as you might think. If you're thinking about traveling full-time, be sure to watch this video first. We will tell you all the ugly truths about traveling full-time, and help you to make an informed decision about whether or not full-time travel is right for you. Thanks so much for watching!
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We absolutely love what we are doing - living a life of full-time travel. But, with it comes many not so pretty sides that many aren't aware of. Do you travel full-time? Do any of the things we mention in this video sound familar, or do you have other areas that you have experienced? Cheers 🍻
I have only experienced 33 countries and 8-9 cruises. The reason we like cruising is to sample a port like the one in Costa Rica, which really like. We would return for 2 weeks to see much more of the country. So glad we did.
The longest I've stayed in a country is 3 weeks which was Bali and Thailand. But I like the idea of staying longer and keeping a home base to explore from there. Question: For the countries, cities or villages that you two have visited. Which one's would you go back to or go back to live? Peace
We really enjoyed our time in the Algarve of Portugal, and we also really liked Alicante, Spain.
We started traveling full time in Europe and it has been over 2 months now. My husband and I and my 4 year old daughter are now exhausted. Everything you’ve said here is so true. But no regrets, I’m grateful we’re able to do this.
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...which ones*... (no apostrophe necessary)😊
Wow, what a great video! I'm only 2 months into this nomadic lifestyle and I can totally relate to the various topics you discussed. I've chosen to do 2 weeks at a location before moving on to the next one. I really hate packing, unpacking, moving too often. Having 2 weeks gives me enough time to do sightseeing but also the extra time to just hang out, get into a routine, chill out in the apartment, or do some planning. Those days of not doing anything make you feel more like you are living there rather than being on vacation. I've also found that friends and family think I’m on one big vacation where every day is excitement, but that's not what it is. And I don’t want it to be like that! Like you said, “It's regular living…you’re just living somewhere else.” Very well put!
I also don’t have a home base. I plan to go back to the states twice a year, for a few weeks in the summer and then again around Christmas/New Years.
The way I've been handling the planning issue is that I only do trip planning on the weekends. Since I've retired I've noticed that the weekends are when all the working people are out doing the things they couldn't do during the week, so places are crowded and hectic. And I’m seeing it’s like that everywhere in the world. So I do all my activities during the week when the workers are at work, and then stay in and do things like planning on the weekends to avoid the crowds.
Thanks for keeping it real and sharing the down sides of this lifestyle. It’s really important for everyone considering it to know all sides. But despite the little issues, I definitely love living this way! It’s so liberating! 😊
Hi, Jim. Yes, despite the little issues we wouldn't trade what we are doing for anything!! We can't wait to get to SE Asia in early January. Thank you for your insights and for adding to the channel.
Cheers!!🍻
Love the idea of travel planning only on weekends so to avoid the crowds.
On those down days, I usually get on the bus and ride it to the last stop. Then ride it back.
Love that idea.
That's a good idea, because I definitely have those days!
seen these types of guys on the London underground but I don't think they are full time travellers 😂
Best way to see city, bus, tram, metro, ferry. Always get transportation card :)
I did this when I lived in Japan. Great way to find new things to see and do.
My trips are longer now and I can relate to getting tired. Slow travel seems much more sustainable long term. I color code my travel days in my itinerary with bright yellow, and I know if I see too much yellow that I’ve been a little too ambitious putting together the itinerary and need to slow things down down and skip a few spots.
After almost 7 years of fulltime travel we feel qualified to say this video is spot on! So many great points and the things that are important to know for those choosing this lifestyle. While it is INFINITELY better than any life we ever could have imagined, it is definitely not for everyone. You guys are absolutely slaying it (as you are with the videos, always top quality content). Looking forward to meeting up sometime sooooooon 🤙🤙😎😎 All the best from us! Oh, and Go Ducks 🤣🤣
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@@cherokesky Excellent!!
Thanks, guys - it is an awesome life - but not for everyone is exactly right! We hope we cross paths sometime in the near future - SE Asia will most likely be the place :). Cheers 🍻
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This video right here I thought I wanted. That i would enjoy full time travel, however I did realize after months of travel I don't want it. It did lead to burn out, tiring, exhausted in living out of suitcase & lack of homemade meals. I am moving abroad to be in Europe (Portugal) full time & have a base to travel from. I need this emotionally, physically & finicially. Good luck to you both.
Aside from the content you've shared (which I find extremely helpful), I really love the dynamic between you both. It's obvious you know each other EXTREMELY well as travel is the fastest way to see how one deals with stress and unfamiliar surroundings as well as strange food issues, lol. It's obvious you truly love each other and you are both funny and patient. There are many youtube videos out there for every place on the planet but your videos are very well made and I've noticed they just get better and better as you become experienced. I simply can't watch another 20-30 yr old eat and take selfies so it's refreshing to hear what your opinion is as I value it. Keep up the good work and thank you for paving the way for the rest of us!
Thank you, Chloe, for the kind words. We try to make each video better than the last and put a lot of work into this channel so we very much appreciate your support. Thank you again for choosing to watch our channel and for commenting. ❤
As someone who hasn't lived in his home country for almost a decade, it's quite entertaining to me watching you guys learn and grow as you continue to travel. Lots of truths in this video!
My girlfriend and I wouldn't change our lifestyle for anything, but it's true that it can be quite exhausting. Unlike you guys though, my (common-law) girlfriend is European, so I am able to stay in a lot of places or get visas through her, which makes things easier within the EU. We typically establish a "home-base" for at least 6 months to a year or two, and explore surrounding countries during that time. We've down short term stays and jumping around, and it's much more exhausting.
When you guys end up in Asia, it will be much easier to have a "base", if that's what you desire.
Totally wanna grab a drink with you guys some day. It may seen like you're complaining to some, but I know exactly where you're coming from. 😂
Hi, Brandon! Someday we do plan on establishing a "home base" to travel from for long periods of time. We really like the Algarve region. We know that we can extend our visa without any complications in Portugal. We would love to connect someday for a drink or two!! Thank you for watching and for the comments!
Cheers!!!🍻
To find public restrooms, searching “toilets” (or the local language equivalent) in Google Maps has always worked for me.
Great idea, Jim!! Thank you!
Cheers!!🍻
Brian & Carrie, my husband and I love your videos. This video was what’s been missing from travel channels that only romanticize the nomadic lifestyle. Thanks for keeping it real.
BTW, we just traveled to Albania this summer and plan to go again hopefully next summer. We’ll gladly exchange your lek for dollars. We live in the Seattle metro, so we can easily make the drive to see you when you are back in the area.
Hi, Elas! Thank you for the kind words. We are back in the area and would gladly give you a great deal on lek!! 😆
Love watching all of these videos!! We are prepping right now for full time slow travel starting in 2023 and all of your content is so helpful. It has also sparked an interest in many countries we didn’t consider. I can’t wait to see your travels in Croatia! We were there in May and can’t wait to go back. I hope you love it as much as we did!!!
I am retiring in 2 months and my wife and I are about to embark on this journey. Your videos have been very helpful and informative. You have addressed a lot of our concerns and questions, which will (hopefully) result in less surprises as we travel. Of course, part of the joy of travel, is the unexpected! Thanks for what you do.
So happy you found our videos helpful. We try to share info that we were looking for during our planning. Thanks so much for watching 😊. Cheers!!
Another concern is if one of you dies overseas. It happened to my husband.
Maybe travel with elastic attached to clips for the bed sheet. It goes on under the bed to hold the sheet in place. And it would be easy to travel with.
Thank you for this video!
Love it - that's such a great idea 😊😊😊
The thing I find about traveling like this is that all the little decisions we take for granted every day are much more difficult each time you start over. "where's the grocery store" "what do I want to eat" "where am I going to exercise" "how do I get to XYZ". Having to re learn all of those every time you move locations begins to take it's toll after a while. Excellent video!!
Thank you, Ben!
Cheers!!!🍻
I am slow traveling in the Balkans myself right now and I can 100% relate to every single point! I miss soft, comfortable couches and bathrooms that don't reek of mold! I am a vegan, and it took me 5 weeks of being in Bulgaria before I finally found tofu! Ha ha! It definitely has its challenges! Thanks for the great video! It makes me feel better to know that I am not the only one experiencing these things!
Finding tofu in the Balkans only took you 5 weeks!? 😆 Thank you for watching Erika!! Safe travels!
LOVED this video! I kind of stumbled onto your channel. We’re not full time travelers yet but we travel now for a month at a time in the US and abroad. You’re definitely NOT whining. There’s nothing I hate more than when a youtuber makes what they’re doing seem like it’s effortless and the rest of us are incapable because we struggle.
All of these were great tips. Could you possibly link the currency exchange apps and others you found helpful?
Traveling in South and Central America now, I would definitely say that patience is key and to have some flexibility built into your travel plans! And even if something looks close mileage wise it may take double or triple the time to actually get there because of the infrastructure or local traffic.
I’d also say that travelers should be aware of the most used mode of transportation in that country and not doggedly stick to what they’re used to-for instance taking the water taxis in Bangkok instead of renting a car or taking the local buses in Panama instead of driving or flying. And many countries don’t allow uber or lyft except in big cities and then it may not be the best option.
And just because it’s an American founded company (big car rental companies) they are run by and are subject to the laws of the country you’re in which maybe different than your countries laws.
Great points! It is always nice to hear comments from people that have similar travel experiences that we can also learn from. Thank you for the comments and safe travels.
Cheers!!🍻
I love visiting different countries however there’s no denying travel these days can be very stressful, mass tourism has spoiled many places though I’m fortunate enough to have seen most of my dream destinations before this curse began. Now I seek out less touristy places and it’s so much better an experience.
I appreciate your honesty! I’m very interested in the real life issues of nomad life! Thanks for sharing!
Do you think that you would still prefer slow travel if you weren’t working so hard on your RUclips channel? I know you put a ton of effort into it (which we’re grateful for!) but just wondering if that makes a big difference in your preferences. Thanks for helping us as we prepare!! ❤
Thank you Kim. Great question. We would still prefer slow travel. When we decided to travel we had no idea our RUclips channel would be what it has become. So our plans have not changed as far as our pace is concerned. Thanks again!
Cheers 🍻
I would expand on the language issue (you mentioned it a bit with the menus in restaurants 😊) , I love learning at least a few phrases to get by in the country I am in but if moving even monthly that could be a bit of a mental stress for some…just got back from just shy of a month in Morocco using quite a bit of my high school French, and then we had a few days in Madrid and I kept speaking French and not using Spanish! it took a day or so and a mental effort 😊 - with the language apps it is easier too.
Thanks for being open and transparent with good tips about full time traveling, Brian & Carrie.
Thank you for this! I’m in my second month in Crete and have done a lot of stuff, but lately I’m feeling like I don’t have anything to do and feeling guilty about that. It’s been wonderful, but I relate to all those things you said. Also in Greece, you can’t flush the toilet paper! Still not used to that
Thank you for watching, Mary. We were in Santorini back in April and the toilet paper thing was a little strange!!😆
Same with most parts of Mexico!
There are many countries where you can’t flush toilet paper….Southeast Asia, India was like that….maybe different now. I have learned to use the bidets. Ecuador is also like this…so maybe other So. American countries are as well.
I couldn't travel the way you guys are doing it. It can be exhausting and like you said, you can find yourself not living in the moment because you have to research the next location constantly. I would need a home base somewhere, even if it was just an apartment in a favourite city or town in Europe/America. There's going to come a time when you just don't want to move on to the next place, because you HAVE to. I would have to have my own space to come back to and decompress for a month or two. Also, if virus 2.0 gets unleashed, I want the ability to be at home, not stuck in an Air BNB for 6 months or more.
Very valid point. We have decided to be home for at least 6-8 weeks in the winter and 6 weeks in the summer. We still however will be house sitting when we return.
@@BrianandCarrie The powers that be are going to crash the world economy next year. The next several years will be a good time to buy something(at 40% less) and rent it out. Just to have some equity in a place that you can live in later and actually own it. The other option is to buy a sail boat and see the world on that. It gives you the freedom to go where you want, but you have your own home with you and your own pillow!
Thanks for sharing these ugly truths! We have been travelling since 2017, and the only way we've been able to do this and not get burnt out is by embracing slow travel! We aim to spend a minimum of 1 month in a country... but that went a bit haywire in Portugal as we're only just getting ready to leave after TWO amazing years here! 🇵🇹❤ Roll on the Middle East and finally heading back to New Zealand to see my family after 4 years! ~ Mandy 😀😁
We could easily spend 2 years in Portugal!! We will make sure we check out your channel for some Middle East ideas!! Thank you for watching and safe travels.
Cheers!!!🍻
This is pretty much how we roll too. We spend a month in a great place, working, catching up and planning, and just living, then we take a week or two and hit all the sights. It seems to work the best for us.
@@lostamonglocals5382 We retired in our 40s, in August 2017, and have been travelling ever since! We started our RUclips channel as a hobby, and as a way to share information with other travellers, but sometimes it can seem like a full time job 😉🤣 ~ Mandy
@@BrianandCarrie That's so lovely, thank you! I'm looking forward to seeing more of your videos as well... it's great to meet like-minded folk! ~ Mandy 😀😁
Yes, it takes a change in mind set to be sure I started in 2017 in Bangkok Thailand, Malaisia, Vietnam, Cambodia ending 2020 in the Philippines after the virus hit, had no base came back to USA then the world locked down. I rented an apartment near my daughter and grands kids now the world is open to the unvaccinated in 20 days back to Thailand still no base I love this lifestyle but I stayed in each place no less than 3 months, 6 months in some so traveling won't become work, home is wherever I am. Funny thing is you can't buy anything living out of a suitcase if you do you have to give something away no extra room, how long will I live this way ???? but good luck enjoy and be safe.
Love this story, Cornell, and yes, home is wherever you are. We have really enjoyed the last year in a half so we don't plan on stopping anytime soon. We are really looking forward to SE Asia starting in 2023. Thank you for watching and safe travels.
Cheers!!🍻
I just might start to carry on a fitted bed sheet... Seriously, Well done on your traveled insight. I relate to your travel videos more than anyone else, mostly because of the slow travel and 24/7 of each other aspect of it which I want to do next year. Peace and Blessings
Brilliant eye-opening video! As a fellow world traveler, I completely agree with ALL of your points. I finally have a comfortable mattress in my apartment that doesn’t make me feel like I’m sleeping on a wooden plank. Mosy mattresses are so hard. I also have 2 big, fluffy pillows, not just one pillow as thin as a towel, haha. Little things do make a difference!
Really great words of wisdom! My husband and I will be starting slow travel next June, after my husband retires, so I appreciate having y’all share some of the downsides of slow travel. Now I feel like we can have our eyes open to see the good with the bad. We are so excited to start on our adventures!
Thanks so much for watching, we are happy you found it helpful - Cheers 🍻
I have traveled a fair bit and you have hit all the points that can make travel exhausting: Different time zones, figuring out what is in the kitchen, different mattresses that can give you back pain, electricity or internet gone for hours or the whole day (yikes), packing, unpacking. At times, you wake up and think - where am I today, you have to turn on light to see where is the bathroom and where you stored your toiletries, have to sleep on the airport/bus station, deal with issues as they come (late bus and missing connection).
I have always like slow travel, if I can afford it (time permits). That gives me time to absorb the place.
We just "fast" traveled around central Europe and trying to figure out where you are when you wake up in the middle of the night is a real thing!! 😂 Glad you got your card back!! Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment!! Safe travels!
Cheers!!🍻
All of this is why I decided to keep my house in a coastal village in Mexico. It costs almost nothing to maintain and is great as a home base from which I can travel for a month or two at a time and then come back “home.”
Hi, Kathy. It would be amazing to have that ability. Maybe someday we will find a place we can do the same. Thank you for watching!!
Cheers!!🍻
I do the same, going out for 1-2 months and coming back, except that keeping a flat on the French Riviera as home base isn’t cheap at all😆
This is good idea but why you can’t keep a home base in a decent but low priced small town in US ?
Great video guys! We are currently in SE Asia and can relate to some of the struggles...however, we are loving the adventures as well. You guys are inspiring us to keep going and we love your videos. Cheers!
We are heading to SE Asia in January and are really excited! Thank you for watching!!
Cheers!!🍻
I really enjoyed this episode. I've been living abroad in Morocco for several years and have traveled fairly extensively in Europe, so I can relate to pretty much everything you two said. I absolutely love traveling and living in different countries and have no regrets about choosing this lifestyle, but it definitely isn't all "rainbows and unicorns". I love your videos because they are so down-to-earth and genuine. Also, Albania is on my list - not sure exactly when I'll get there, but whenever I do end up planning my Albania trip, I'll reach out and see if you still need to get rid of those lek! 😂
Thank you, Debbie!!!😂
When getting ready to leave Albania try not to get stuck with a bunch of extra Lee, other countries in the region normally will not accept or exchange them
I ment Lek
I would love to visit Morocco. Would you have any concerns for a same-sex male couple wanting to travel there? We are an older, low-key couple. Do you have a favorite source(s) for learning more about living in Morocco? Thank you so much!
Very nice update. My husband and I sold everything and began traveling in April of this year. I have a channel, Going Walkabout if you want info on us. We have landed on 3 months in each place, less time feels rushed and more can be a problem if we aren’t loving the place. So far, we really like what we have chosen. Our next stop is San Miguel de Allende in Jan 2023.
Thank you!! We will check out your channel. We agree that being in one place could be a problem. We have only experienced that 1 time. Safe travels!
Cheers!!!🍻
Sorry, one more comment, 'The couch' from Carrie...oh yes, my biggest disappointment 😢
Besides being exhausting it seems that this lifestyle would be expensive w/o some sort of income. So, what do you do for money?
Hi, David. We have a number of "cost of living" videos on our channel that will give you a really good idea of what our costs are. We have started to generate some income here on youtube that really helps with some expenses. Thank you for watching!
Cheers!!🍻
I agree with everything you're saying. After 3-4 months out I wanted to sleep in my own bed. Cook in my kitchen or eat in one of my fav restaurants. We had travel agents booking everything. Traveling on land we had professional drivers, we flew commercial and private jets, etc. I'd call my mom more than I ever did when I lived 20 minutes away. Arriving back home was the cherry on top.
I'ma retired flight attendant and fly for free. Save for my trips. Gone twoto. Three to four weeks. At. A time. Look for bargains fly intl and dollar. Goes further now. Love it
The disadvantage is that you aren't able to be face to face with family and friends. Also, you can't easily make or keep medical appointments, fill prescriptions, etc. I would need a minimal home base. Even if it's just an efficiency apartment or condo.
Regarding ATMs....be aware that the exchange rates are not the same at all ATMs. I recently found this in Croatia that some ATMs exchange rate can be 20-30% higher than the "official" rate that you will find on the internet. This is particularly true in super popular tourist sites....especially in the "Old Town" areas near where cruise passengers arrive. My best experience was when I used the ATMs that were actually owned/operated by the Bank of Zagreb or Bank of XYZ country that you are visiting. Ditto for currency exchange places especially in airports.
Great point about the ATM card. For now on, I’ll look for ATM machines where I can just scan the card. My card was swallowed, while traveling abroad, thank god I had a back up one, but still what a headache!
We always look for ATM machines that we can scan the card now also. There have been times that we couldn't find one and needed cash. It always makes use nervous! 😁Thank you for watching and safe travels!!
I soooo agree about the uncomfotable couches and beds...75% of the couches and 25% of the beds are just awfull 😢
I have to agree with Carrie's 5 month intervals. After traveling 10 winters in our RV throughout Mexico, Belize and Guatemala, we have come down to 5 months in one place, Mazatlan, Mexico! Then 5 months in our home state of Colorado (near mother and daughter) and 2 months traveling in the RV in the US. Plus, it gives us time to visit other family, do taxes and regroup. Fortunately we have a home base and great neighbors to look forward to every summer. Call us snowbirds that still have a travel bug.
It was interesting to us that the last time we were home seemed to be more of a vacation. Seeing family and friends was energizing and at the same time made us realize how lucky we are to be doing what we are doing. Thank you again for watching our channel!!
Cheers!!🍻
Hi, I get you. However, the same thing happens when I travel for short periods. And when I am back at home, I get bored.
We understand that as well. When it's time to go we want to go!!!
I'm binge watching your videos 😮😊 I'm enjoying the way you two click together while providing great insights. 👍
Have you all thought about just booking 4-6 days in an airbnb then with feet on the ground find local rentals for the remaining 26-24 +- days you'll be there?
So happy you are enjoying our videos 😊. We don't do that as we really like to look forward to the next location and get there and settle in. Having to look for a new place, figure out price and move again never sounds like a good idea for us.
How is peanut butter not a staple throughout the world?! I had to go to three stores in France (FRANCE!) before I could find "pate d'arachide," and it's not a name brand - good luck finding Jiff or Skippy. Why?! Because of Nutella I think - people love that chocolate hazelnut sugared crap. Plus in France they have a cinnamon palm-oil based thing they like on toast too. It's easier to find peanut butter in the Far East.
We have found peanut butter here in Budapest! The good gourmet kind too!! .😊
You caught me off guard. It's 2:18amEST. Always enjoy watching you. Good info.😊
We had some time change issues and then wifi went out - so video dropped in the middle of the night. We'll just say we were probably as surprised as you to wake up this morning and see that it had been live for 7 hours 😮. Thanks for watching - Cheers 🍻
Too funny😁
I slow traveled full time with my wife and three kids last year and most of this year. We had a great time and will be back to it in a month or so. Every single thing said in this video is spot on. Regarding Airbnb, often the pictures are old and when you get there it's the same furniture but is beat down.
Brian and Carrie - Love your videos; I just recently ‘discovered’ you. 😊 Planning to retire next spring, sell ‘everything’, and hit the road. Currently plan to spend the 90 days allowed in each of many countries. Although I’m excited about seeing the world and living many different places, I’m also very apprehensive about selling everything and not having a home base. Not enough equity in the house to bank enough to buy another, and no longer having a job it’d be nearly impossible to return to the states and buy another if things ‘went south’. Did y’all go through that when you first started out? When were you able to realize ‘this’ll work’ and relax? Thanks and keep posting the awesome videos!
Hi, David. We did take a risk when we decided to quit our jobs and travel. However, we had each sold our housed and downsized substantially before we ever had the idea to live this lifestyle. We would recommend keeping the home and renting it out for a year before selling. Hope this helps and thank you for watching.
Cheers!!!🍻
When travelling cash is the answer to every question or problem. Never dont have cash.
Everything in this video is so true. My wife and I began our life of travel about a year ago with 3 locations in Mexico, 3 locations in Portugal, and are now in Buenos Aires. I think we are going to stay here awhile,, if we can get a long term rental apartment.
We can't wait to get to Buenos Aires. Argentina was in our original plans but covid had the final say. Thank you for watching!!
Cheers!!!🍻
Omg I’m a homebody. This sounds like a living hell.
Traveled five years ago in Europe staying at 20 Airbnb's. I spent many a night rereading reviews of noisy places we were staying at trying to understand why no one else had the same issues we were having. You find out owners beg you not to write bad reviews and if anyone even hints at a problem, realize it is probably a big problem. Outside of staying in luxury hotels, good accommodations are a significant challenge. but in the end, traveling abroad is the best.
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As ever a hugely useful and interesting video. You are doing what I did in my 20's, when I travelled around South East Asia, but you are being way more ambitious than I was. I was really tired by it, and I'm an amatuer boxer who used to train twice a day. So I don't think it has anything to do with age. Travelling is both mentally and physically exhausting. I travelled on my own, occasionally joining groups. To travel as a couple, as I do now with my wife, is a brilliant way of stess stesting a relationship. You are clearly so much more than husband and wife, you are best friends, because if you weren't you wouldn't have made it a month, much less a year. For this and many other reasons your video's are inspirational, brave, loving, informative, funny and honest. If you are ever in or near Alicante, Spain, or Brighton, England my wife and I would love to buy you both a beer
Thank you, Ben. We love Alicante!! Our early videos are on Alicante and Valencia. We would love to take you up on a beer someday!! Thanks again!
Cheers!!!🍻
Interesting vlog post. I have started traveling full time as a photographer. Currently staying a full month in Tuscany, living alone in a three bedroom flat for the price of a reasonable rent. Not sure I’ll succeed, but I can certainly relate to everything you said.
My question, is what do you travel for ? Do you write guides or are you online traders or something of the sort ? Do you consider yourself as Digital Nomads ?
Hi, William! We just decided to quit our jobs and travel with the idea that we would film our adventures and start a RUclips channel. We aren't sure that we will succeed either, but we are enjoying the process. We are trying to make enough money to offset any expenses. Good luck to you and safe travels!
Cheers!!🍻
Am a female solo traveler and have been traveling for 2.5 years. First 2 years in between Brazil and Argentina and in January 2024 arrived Istanbul and am now in Czech Republic. I stay Airbnb most of the time but with Wise account can rent apartments and pay owner directly with their Swift Code and IBAN. Leaving Schengen soon will spend 90 days in UK. I'm a member of InterNations and do local activities with other Expats. Don't know what I would do without them.
Sounds like you've found some great ways to stay involved as well as some travel tips. Cheers!!
I’m glad you are learning to pace yourself! You definitely want to avoid burnout 😉
Thanks for the reality check. Sometimes I get a little jealous of those that have the chance to do what you do but seeing the reality I know it’s not for us. We don’t have the personalities or patience for the difficulties you outline. Thanks for performing this service.
We just don't want to give the wrong impassion. We are living our dream but like anything there are draw backs. Some watched this as if we were complaining, we just wanted to keep it real.
Bewitched Darrin 2.0. Even FRIENDS and One Direction finally…. You need the Rocky pep talk. Shelley Long regrets her cheers decision. Don’t burn out! Don’t be the guy calling AirBnB support “no green M&Ms! We’re Brian and Freaking Carrie, it’s in our contract!” 😜
I’m a wiseacre….
I’m 57, and pray for strength to stand up every day. You’re doing great. You need an entourage. I’ve been around some big RUclips stars working an event and they work their butts off and have people with them and editors back in central location. It is a lot of work. And big budget.
I’d plan to go to cities with the most selection of donuts.
I’m trying to do what you are doing by looking for monthly rentals in Europe. Cancellation policy is key in my searches.
How’s aircon been?
Most places take ApplePay or tap to pay? Amex?
Any pickpocketing yet? I always use money belt or Fanny pack. UK makes some currency no longer acceptable. I’ve had old money that’s already stopped being valid. At least banks changed me out.
You could just green screen all your videos from Idaho. Too.
Thanks yes.. I think I am a 2-3 month gal.
Fast travel is exhausting! I hated to complain about it, because it sounds like a super entitled privileged person complaining about something so many people would envy…. But after living in England for four months, when we had the chance to go travel around the European continent for 3 1/2 weeks, I was fatigued! Like you say, I didn’t have all the excitement that I should’ve had going into that fun trip!
Definitely a learning experience for me!
There is an app for bathrooms. FLUSH.
Brian and Carrie,this is an INVALUABLE video. It is loaded with experiences from two real people doing what numerous people want and would want to do,at some stage in their life. My advice is : Take note and treasure the information.
I can relate with some aspects of your experiences,but not all.
Thank you again for your contribution.
OMG stop worrying about what you get at home & worrying about energencies that haven't happened. There are so many wonderful foods around the world. Curb your expectations of having American products... And enjoy the awesome world around you
Not worried at all...living our best life. OMG...
Libraries are a good place for clean public rest rooms
I love this run down. I think my husband and I will plan to have a "homebase" that we return to and travel frequently from there.
That would be a nice option. Someplace with a small airport.
Great tips! I am aspiring to slow trvael in the next 5-8 years (I'm 33). I wouldn't think a knife sharpener would be considered a weapon.. Maybe a whetstone would be more acceptable? I have also had to deal with the dangers of dull knives while travelling.
Knife sharpeners are allowed on planes, and we need to start packing one. I love the fact that you could be able to slow travel at the age of 40! Good for you!! Have a plan and stick to it!!
Cheers!!🍻
If you guys are each carrying 2 cards, are those linked to different accounts? For example, combined, do you have at least 2 separate bank accounts?
All of our accounts are separated. Combined we have 4 accounts.
Best thing when I am going on holidays is that feeling when you return home. I couldn't do full time travel. We are all different.
Excellent video. 👍 I appreciate the heads up and things to be aware of. Cheers! 🍻
Thanks again for your continued support - Cheers 🍻
so glad I stumbled on your channel! it was while looking for videos about dubrovnik and mostar, and now I am hooked. cheers! :)
Thank you so much for joining us!! We very much appreciate the support.
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You wanna house sit for me for a month in Houston? 2 cats, pool, gym... We traveled 144 days last year. No idea how you did it for under $35k.
When we travel the US, we will be doing sits outside the Seattle area but that's still a few years away. 🙂
VIDEO IDEA: Would love to hear a more exhaustive list of the things that are usually CASH ONLY.
Thanks for the idea! Thankfully, other than being in SE Asia, we've found very few areas are cash only and you can use your credit card.
Another well done video, can really relate to your comments. We did a 3 month fast travel in southern Europe this past spring and well it was exciting we were pretty wiped at the end of the end of the journey. Recharged and looking forward to 3 months in Southern Asia starting in Jan/23.
I totally agree with you changing gears and doing "slow travel" . It's no fun always being in a hurry, not enjoying or appreciating the moment because your too busy planning the next trip. Enjoy the time to relax and you will appreciate where your at a lot more. Safe travels
I have been travelling around the world for ten years, non-stop. The most important thing is, naturally, the finance. Some places are cheaper than others, and sometimes free deal is offered, as my main purpose of travel is to get to know the local people by getting involved with the community. I try not to plan ahead, other than visa requirements. I stay longer when I like the place. With the internet connection, you are never out of touch with your familiar people. I even go off the contact intentionally when I appreciate the grand nature. The total solitude is the most luxurious aspect of travelling solo freely. If you expect the same things as at home, stay home.
Very true, Hiroko on all accounts. We do plan on finding a place to stay longer term and get involved with the community more than we are able to now. We have a long list of places that we would like to explore before that happens! Thank you for your insights and comments!
Cheers!!!🍻
Retired expat from the US ljving in Thailand six years.
Need a home base. We travel each month- road trips, 7-10 days, longer trips-3 weeks to Vietnam, back to the US several times a year.
Gotta recharge the batteries, ride the mcycle, catch up with family and friends.
A home base would be nice!! Maybe someday! 😀 Thank you for the continued support, Bruce.
Hi guys, we are fans and have been travelling for a couple of years. We spend 3 months in each country, maybe move between cities. What european city would you suggest for January to March?
The Algarve in Portugal is an area we really enjoy but it will be very quiet that time of year without the tourist. We did stay in Santorini for a month in the off-season and really enjoyed it as well. Thank you for watching our channel!!!❤
Ive been slow traveling for two n a half years. Your observations are right on.
Great Public trans is a very high priority. If Amerikans travelled they wouldn’t be such whiners.
Ha! But you wouldn't trade it for anything, would you? 😁 We love what we do but thought it would be good to point out that it can be work. Thank you for watching and safe travels!!
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We're retired and returned to our favourite slow method of travel. We choose our next location if it's within a four hour bus ride. We seem to stay about a week in many locations deciding suddenly, the night before we leave, which direction we'll get a bus towards in the morning. We haven't struggled getting a bus within an hour of arriving at the bus station; or accomodation once we arrive. Occasionally one of us will sit in a cafe while the other scouts an area looking at options. Some special place may keep us for three weeks, but that seems to be our max so far. This system has worked well in Latin America and Asia in recent years. Do you think that system will work in Europe. We haven't been there in years, so I think we'll have to adjust and plan, a little, but I'm hoping not.
Hi, Cathy. I'm sure your system will work in Europe. The train and bus systems are very good and accommodations can always be found. Thank you for watching!
Cheers!!!🍻
What a great idea!! Thank you for sharing this. I think Europe would be even better with their extensive train system!
I use Wise card which is great!!! Some small cash.
Great way to finish the video, I think it must become your signature. Definitely good info for travelers that are looking for (full time travel) You now have a year plus experience and will go out next time feeling more ready for all challenges. We personally go out 2-3 months at a time and always come home for 2-3 months - Gives us time in a relaxed environment (home)to plan out the next trip. At one time I wanted FULL time, but my wife talked me out of selling the house. I'm so glad she did. It also appears like one of yall does most of the planning, reservations and research video editing that goes behind long term travel. We try to do a trip around an event, like Le Tour de France or hiking an area in Patagonia . Anyway, I we look forward to the next videos, we tried doing videos but at the end of the day were always to tired. By the way this was good editing with all the travel clips.
Thank you, Robert. We have started to diel in our weekly videos and have ideas to make the process less time-consuming moving forward. We don't want to do 2-3 videos a week as some vloggers do. Less quality and more content do not fit what we want to accomplish. Nothing wrong with it, just not for us. Thank you for watching!!
Cheers!!!🍻
@@BrianandCarrie Once is week quality video is great - We like seeing the side trips yall are taking from major cities - Most of us travel to the known city but then not sure which side trips to take when time allows - I know we will be doing some of the side trips in Romania. Tomorrow we head out to Southern Portugal. I think I mentioned before also southern Spain, Morocco and Paris for a week before returning home late January. Looking forward to your next adventure. If ever going thru Houston we will have to meet up.
thank you for keeping it real, I'm real nervous about traveling full time
How can you do full time when they only allow 90 days total stay in all European countries...so how?
When I went to Portugal for 30 days i only could spend 60 days in cyprus
Hi, Philip. We spent time in Montenegro, Albania, Romania and Croatia. Currently these countries are not in the Schengen. We did a video about how we do it not too long ago. "How to avoid the 90 day rule" Thank you for watching.
Cheers 🍻
LOL! Heinz Ketchup is available most places in Europe!!
We couldn't find it in the Balkans. Romania, Serbia, and Bosnia for the most part. That was also a very minor issue. Thank you for watching.
Cheers!!🍻
I'm 52 and rather the slow burn
Excellent information and here are 3 questions:
1) Have you ever had implied threats of being detained at immigration that could be remedied with paying a fee/shakedown? I had that happen to me in a frontier outpost in Central America. If that happened to you, how did you handle it?
2) And in 2022, here's a real problem no one wants to discuss, but traveling with a quite attractive woman, have any menacing encounters happened when locals with too much "machismo" may try to intimidate or be abusive to mild, good natured westerners?
3) And lastly, I've become negative about AirBNB practices. Have you ever tried working with realtors/rental agents you might find online who specialize in your destination to set up one month stays and what was that experience like? I've done that at resort destinations in the States with much better success than AirBNB and avoided the outrageous fees. I refuse to pay cleaning fees, etc... that's the cost of doing business as far as I'm concerned. Anyway...
Thanks for all you do and I hope this wasn't too much to ask.
We have had no problems at all in all of our travels, and people have been very kind. As far as Airbnb we do believe that the rates are starting to go up. We will be researching alternatives moving forward. Thank you for watching!!
Cheers!!🍻
@@BrianandCarrie WOW! Happy to hear it! I don't look for trouble, sometimes trouble finds me. If and when anything like the above happens, save the details for the book or screenplay you'll be writing from all of your mad-cap adventures. Thanks for responding. I always appreciate your taking the time to respond, knowing how busy you are.
Enjoyed your videos! Looking forward to 2023 escapade’s. Especially in Asia. When I visited China, the conditions were “harsh” to me. Interested to see how you both fair. I do hope you have planned to see Costa Rica while in Central America. That place was awesome to me. Have happy and safe travels. I will be watching!
Thank you, Lisa. We could get to Costa Rica late next year, we will see. Thank you for watching!
Cheers!!🍻
Wow, guys, this video is cram packed with really good advice and insights! Thank you so much for compiling it!👍👍 Cheers! Dara
Thank you, Dara!!
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So does Airbnb have some kind of clause that let's you back out of your month booking isn't what you expect when you first arrive? Can you ask the owner ahead of time if it is possible to back out?
I backpacked in the Sierra Nevada for many years, so whenever my international plans don't turn out well, I just compare it to my backpacking experiences and sleeping on a crappy bed seems a lot better than sleeping on hard ground. Sometimes I tell myself that it's just part of the adventure, then I don't take it so seriously.
If the Airbnb is grossly misrepresented, you can get money back or a different place, but it isn't that easy. For the most part we have been satisfied with our choices. It is part of the adventure for sure! We did this video simply because we want viewers to understand what they may incur if they decide to travel long term. We love our life and wouldn't change anything.
Yep, I'm used to a camping with a teeny ultralight tent, backpack and bath wipes, so anything more is luxury! lol
What I found for me is to have 2 credit cards and 2 debit cards. I once had a single debit card pulled from me because of a fraudulent transaction. At the same time, I thought I had a fraudulent charge on my credit card. It took 11 days for a new debit card to catch up with me. It took even longer for a second credit card to arrive. The bottom line is keep your bases covered.
Great tip, Warren!! Thank you!
Cheers!!🍻
By the way, this was a great video, covering alot of issues that we experienced in our 10 years of travel.
The fitted sheet thing is one of our pet peeves! Yes, yes, yes! Drives us crazy!
Our favorite countries are Portugal and Spain. We're out there every day seeing the sights, but we get tired of taxis and my wife gets tired of using public restrooms. And it seems that right when we've figured out where things are, it's time to pack up and leave. The worst is coming home and looking up the places you visited and realizing that you missed seeing something beautiful that was nearby. Another thing is the international airports make you walk a long way to get to your gate or make you go through security (again) before boarding your connecting flight.
All very true!! Seeing something that you missed after being there for a month is the world! 🤣 And why so many security checks? 🤔 All being said, we love what we are doing! Thank you for watching and safe travels.
Cheers 🍻
On the currency conversion 😂 my husband proudly showed me the Vanity Fair magazine he bought in the Buenos Aires airport, for $28🤦🏼♀️. We had been in Uruguay, and both currencies were new to us… 🤷🏼♀️
Do you use the Google Translate camera on menus? I discovered that when we were in France, and it was a lifesaver! Lol.
We do yes. We have had times that it hasn't worked. 🤔
I’ll echo what others have said and say, great video. You bring up so much that I consider to be very important topics that seem like a challenge to full time travel. It certainly didn’t come across as complaining, just the cold hard facts and reality of life as a nomad. Thank you “kids”😉😀👍🙏✌️🤙
Thank you for the kind words!! We would trade what we are doing for anything!!
Cheers!!🍻
currency use the WISE card and they convert USD on the fly or you can convert what you want in advance then back to USD or EUR as needed
Great tip, thanks!
Do you have an app to recommend on translating language? Also, do you have a travel phone plan that can be recommended that is good across many areas.
Here is a link to a video that we released last month.
ruclips.net/video/wFOeLmxG_uw/видео.html
I start my full time travel in sept. I can't wait. I am approaching this with no expatiations.
You will find a way that works for you and have amazing experiences!! Going in with no expectations is the best way!!