Yeah… trips & holidays were so much better as a kid! As an adult, it's so much work, & holidays suck - tons of work w/o gifts.🤭 I can't believe I couldn't wait to grow up - what a rip off! 😂 My dad was right! I should've enjoyed being a kid more; time really does fly & adulting isn't what it seems - too much work! Where are my princess powers, so I can have the best of both worlds?! 😂
@@nataliewalters2759There's millions of poor people in America and I am one of them! I make less than 950 dollars a month so, no money left for travel! You have a great weekend! 😊
Sam as a CDL driver I am proud of your first experience with a vehicle of this size. Don’t feel bad taking up parking spaces at shops. Park in the back and take the space you need. Have fun family
@@williamwalsh1533 at or less than 15,000 lbs and or 40 feet or less combined. So it can be a car and trailer or a single vehicle. All that they require is the standard Class C driver's license. Any specifics can be gathered from the local state dmv.
just got done watching episode 1 of the series I cannot wait for the next one. What are you aiming for in terms of the upload schedule. Is it like every week on a specific day or is it just a random day that it will be uploaded
Y'all's positivity has seriously gotten me through some hard times. Your fun and positive outlook on life is such a great example. Hope you enjoy Ohio.
My life has finally slowed to a point that I can sit down and binge this series. It's genuinely heartwarming as an American to see my New Zealand Family getting to have this experience. I've not gotten to yet, but it's going on my bucket list now for certain-sure. Hearing your enthusiasm for practically everything you've gotten to see and eat so far has revivified my sense of patriotism, even in these rather bleak and discordant times in the US. You help remind me of how beautiful and interconnected my country actually is. I guess sometimes an outside perspective is necessary just to help you process things. Much love to you all. Also, Dez and Atlanta always seem so fun-spirited and genuinely happy. Your family is very beautiful and warm. Thank you for sharing your experiences with the world the way you all do. Getting to see such wonderful folk get to have these adventures really brings out the proud uncle feeling, same as when I saw my nephew recently and he'd drastically grown up. From Michigan.
"It's 106 miles to Chicago, we got a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes, it's dark... and we're wearing sunglasses. Hit it." -- Blues Brothers
You’re doing something even Americans have dreams of doing… I’ve lived in America for 30 years (my whole life) and have only traveled to a few surrounding states. Road tripping in an RV and traveling America is something even we want to do. I hope y’all have a blast seeing our beautiful Country and I look forward to watching the videos.
I read some comments from some veterans. They hate people saying thank you for your service or they think it's stupid. They get free stuff from people for killing people and they usually aren't in the military to serve their country. They think it's annoying and just enjoy the benefits. It was an interesting read lol
You guys are just so entertaining and so comfortable with the camera. Excited to see the rest! I love road trips in America. Your channel is the #1 best channel on RUclips.
Since your vehicle extends past the rear axle by about 10 feet, if there is room beyond the parking space, past the curb, you can back the RV into the space(s) and have the rear part hang over the curb and try to back the RV up where the rear tires touch the curb. Assuming there is enough "green space" beyond the curb. That way your RV "sticks out" into the "green space" and not into the parking lot driving lanes.
This is so cool and a memory the kids will cheerish in later years so much. Im sure there'll be plenty of laughs, arguments, more laughs and great memories made. Yall be safe!!
After watching this channel for like 4 years, It's finally happening. I'm stoked to see what cool sights they see, great food they eat, cool events they attend, and great people they meet. Let's go!
The way they shopped and stocked for RVing is on point! Driving spot on, even the interaction with random mr busy body at the rv park, there’s one everywhere you go. This adorable New Zealand family are now officially American citizens. They absolutely fit right in!
So now that I actually got to watch the video, I'm really glad yall got to experience the United States! I also love how your family is a team. Everyone pitches in and helps.
Bet y’all didn’t think you had such a crossover audience as you really do. There’s the family side that we are required to show when out in public, then there’s the real us kind and caring but not really housebroken or socialized. Yet for the most part harmless unless, the dysfunctional pack. 👋🍺👍🤙😎😊
In large parking lots, it’s better to find an outside row and just park perpendicular to a row of them ,covering 3 or so spaces. It’s easier and people expect that , and you don’t have to do a lot of backing up that way. Also ,if you find an empty parking lot, you can practice your backing a little while no one is around. For backing where you need help, if the person helping can see you in the mirrors then they know you can see them. Happy Traveling .
Great job driving that barge. It is just what your family needed for this adventure, The West Coast gets all the luck. I know they will take good care of you there. Drive safe and have a great time. ❤
Make sure you know the height of your RV. Some bridges or tunnels may be too low to pass under. Low passages generally have the height posted before you get to it on a yellow and black sign. You don't want to turn it into a convertible before it's returned!
They’re already back in New Zealand, and I don’t remember any horror stories (in the live events) of them ripping off their roof. So they must have been okay. But I too was worried when he said he didn’t know how tall they were!
@@jeffg.6110 ok good to know. Overheight vehicles can definitely be a hazard if you don't know the area and it's not something you think about in your everyday car.
Sometimes you have to get off on the exit before the overpass and cross the street only to get back on again or fine another route instead of crossing a low hanging bridge.
Wow, you guys are the best on RUclips. I love your editing, the maps, everything. You seem professionally trained, because the quality of your episodes are so completely smashing. Rock on! 🤟
OMG, I managed a group of Burger Kings for over 30 years and the Burbank location was our highest volume restaurant (one of the highest in Southern California). Guests always came up to me and asked if it was the Back To The Future BK! I would point out where the garage was built and where he skateboarded out of the parking lot holding onto the truck.
I so envy you for that R.V.! When we went on vacation as kids, there were 6 of us children and two adults packed into a Kingswood Estate station wagon. Mom and dad in the front, three children in the back seat and three more in the cargo area, bouncing off luggage like pinballs. Good days ... lol
Water temp is different than the air temp you get this localized fog. Surfers love it. Your on your way up north you will start to see Spanish moss in the oaks.
This is a transcript of the weather report for Los Angeles TV stations: "Late night and early morning low clouds and fog near the coast burning off by 11." The rest of the day is either overcast or overcast mixed with smog. And then the sea breeze starts any time between 1:59pm and 2:01pm every day of the year. You need a wind breaker every afternoon.
What you were hearing from the road work were "vibratory road compactors". I worked in the construction industry in SOCAL for many many years as a contractor. SOCAL soils consist of mostly clay particularly the closer you get to the ocean. A vibratory compactor is comparable to what is commonly referred to as a steam roller which is an old time name for a heavy equipment with full width steel drums both front and rear often used for final compaction of a finely graded surface except the vibratory compactor is what its name implies is a heavy equipment steel roller that vibrates causing local seismic waves to be transmitted through the ground. They can be felt a few hundred yards from the roller. Have a great trip you guys!!!!
You are legal allowed to park parallel to a curb area in a lot and take up as many spaces as long as it isn't interfering with income and outgoing traffic
I don't know anyone who wouldn't want to join you, but I don't envy you driving in Southern California traffic. I was born and raised there. I know first hand! You got this...just remember, we drive on the right side of the road. LOL!
Yep. Or the opposite way, across as many spaces as necessary. Whilst leaving enough maneuvering space to get back out in the travel lane. It's far more important to not stick out into the travel lanes of a parking lot, than it is to try to conserve the parking spaces themselves.
So many people come here on vacation for a week or two but for you to get to come for a whole month makes me so happy you can't believe it. And the thing about it is that even though you're here for a month you still won't be able to experience every aspect of our culture and society. And still only a small portion of our country. I vote that you stay forever. You're wholesome attitude fit's perfectly in this country. I can think of a few people I'd like you to switch places with although I wouldn't wish them on New Zealand either. Lol
I am a motorcoach driver, which is 45 ft long and just so you know it is acceptable when looking for a parking spot to pull it long ways of the slots at the end of a parking lot. Also be careful at fueling stations. Be safe, have fun.
This is awesome - as a long time camper in RV and tent - I'm sitting here saying Oh do this do that and I can't help and then I think - well hey they did great - they are already home! So far looks like you had a fun fun time! Can't wait for the next one!!! ❤
I have enjoyed your family for a few years now. Whatever help you have received was well earned. Your courtesy and constant interest in our country has charmed all who have been privileged to see you. If you go through St. Anthony, Idaho before you hit Yellowstone, blow the horn loudly. You have a friend there who used to teach history in high school. If you decide to hang out in grizzly country, stop at my apartment in St. Anthony. I’ll fix you up with a lever action .45-70 rifle and plenty of cartridges. Jim Haeberle
They're back now. The next trip they want to do is a short one for Christmas somewhere...Christmassy. There was talk of a party at the Home Alone house. lol
I am so happy! Its like when the new season of your favorite TV show drops. I will be planning meals and snacks around your videos to maximize my viewing pleasure.🥰 Also, the unsubscribed pod cast was great! I have been watching all of them forever, and to see you on there was like icing on the cake.
I like the fact that you're a little nervous behind the wheel Sam. That means that you are going to be careful. I hate the fact that there are people that rent those and assume it's gonna be like driving a car.
I was so excited to see this first video dropped. Your excitement was palpable. I can’t wait for the next one. Thank you for taking us along with you on this journey.
'We don't have enough clothes!' I'm from Oregon, I was in California for a job, it was 65 degrees and the people of San Francisco were bundled up. I was wearing shorts and a t-shirt. People in sweaters in California does not mean it's cold.
We moved from the southern San Diego area in mid-September (110 F in the shade) to a tiny Aleutian island in Alaska. When I got off the plane I had on a heavy winter coat. My lips were blue and I was shivering uncontrollably. The people who lived there were all complaining of the heat (it was an unusually warm day of 64 degrees), they were running around in shorts and tank tops. Fun memories. 🤣
Just like myself in Florida. I grew up in MA, and still don't put a jacket on despite being in Florida for 14 years. However, native Floridians get bundled up in down jackets, scarves, and gloves when it's 50F.
I grew up in San Jose CA, and we would go to SF once in a while. This was back in the 70's. It might not seem that cold to others, but it's a different type of cold. It's very moist and it feels like it's going right through you. We moved to PA, which has much worse winters, and I was able to tolerate it, because it wasn't such a "wet" type of cold. In SF, it seemed like when you were walking in the sunlight, it was nice, but as soon as you walked into the shade of a building, the temp dropped fast. I think it has something to do with, not only the air coming off the bay, but because of all the cold cement and brick buildings around you. So, yes, we always brought a sweater when going there, even in the summer.
Trader Joe's is related to the other chain grocery store named Aldi's. These are both owned by two German brothers who contacted Aldi's in Germany. But they had a slight falling out when one started to want to sell cigarettes and the other didn't. So they split into Aldi's North and Aldi's South. Then they opened internationally in America as Aldi's and Trader Joes as in America no two stores can have the same name. They buy and sell a limited line of goods and sell them at reasonable prices and the stores are set up to get you in and out in as quick a time as possible. For more information watch The Fat Electrician's story that I took these facts from. So cool that you spent ten weeks traveling the country.
Not totally accurate. While the German brother part is, there is NO overlap at all. Trader Joe's was started by a guy named Joe in California who sold to one of the brothers. The product lines are totally different. Even the ones that look like they are the same, are not & are made by different companies. I found that true with the meatballs. I love the TJ's Italian grilled meatballs and always have them in the freezer (great for fast dinners). Was out & shopping at Aldi's and got theirs. ICK. Not even close. They were like overspiced rubber balls. Never again!! They are similar in being more limited, but better quality, than huge Supermarkets. I haven't seen The Fat Electrician's video, but if he has the brother from Aldi's founding TJ's, hes wrong! They are my 2 fav stores, with TJ's eding out Aldi's. But love both, and love seeing this trip! PS fun fact. The Trader Joe's in my town used to house their East Coast headquarters. You could always tell who the Corporate muckity mucks were in the store lol. Then they grew too big out here & moved into Boston. Wish I had taken the opportunity to give them my opinions on them discontinuing so many items and making non-seasonal stuff seasonal LOLOL But they did it far less back then
@@ct6852 I can tell you why. They choose to pay their employees well above minimum wage, and treat them well. And having the right attitude is literally in the job description. It's why many of the same lovely people work their for years! I'll never forget after I had an unplanned, very major surgery, I FINALLY made it back in the store, after having to relearn to walk again. A bunch of the employees came running over & told me how worried they had been that I hadn't been in! One, who I had known for years, burst into tears and gave me a wonderful bear hug! I left with several bouquets of flowers as their gift, and feeling truly missed. To this day (over 4 yrs later, but with lasting mobility issues) they always help, load my car for me, and ride the scooter back. Last time I was in, the battery was dying so they had me wait, and just tell them what I wanted and several folks ran to get stuff. I could have hobbled, but would have paid in pain...I didn't even ask. BTW, I can assure you, when I finally made it back in my local supermarket, not only did no one notice, but don't think any of the employees were the same, in over a year.
Be sure to watch for low hanging branches on trees, low overhanging roofs at gas stations and businesses, and bridges. be sure someone is outside watching for branches, tables and poles when you open the slides. Be sure there is nothing open like doors or the sleeper coach nor anything on the floors when you retract the slides. Also, WalMart sells RV supplies like your sanitation tank deodorizers to help keep the smell down. Be sure to take the kinks out of the sewage line so the water flows and there is as little left in the drainage pipe when you go to disconnect it. The sell collapsable supports that extend for the sewage pipe too. They sell surge protectors that you plug into the box that prevents any potential "electrical surges". be sure any roof vents are closed at least most of the way. Enjoy your trip! The California coast is beautiful even if it tends to be foggy because of the cold Pacific ocean.
When we traveled thru New Zealand in a small camper van. Remaining on the opposite side was always a challenge! Your family is so fun to watch..enjoy your travels. Take extra time to hike and meet a few Americans! RVs are everywhere these days!
I hope you’ll allow other to react to your videos. -the best thing about camping in America is that if you’re low on supplies or need anything u can ask your neighbor and I guarantee you will will get the help you need.
Love watching you guys! We are a family Living in the country on a cow farm in Western PA and watching you guys living the All American Dream to travel the country road of this great country. God Bless and Safe travels!
Yeah, CalTrans always works at night, pretty much. It can be a pain, but it's better than them working during the day and having to deal with closed lanes during rush hour. California is a great state to start in. So much diversity when it comes to the type of environment to see. You have the coastline up to the Bay Area, The Central valley that is mostly flat farm land, the mountains of the Sierra Nevada mountain range and then the high desert in southern California like Death Valley and Palm Springs.
I watched again to show a friend...Edward is amazing...so glad to see that man...and him thinking of those things you need is awesome...renting the car, etc...absolutely love him...great vlog... everyone that stops by has to endure me showing them your videos...they love it and thank you Edward for helping them 😊
New subscriber. 2nd video in. So glad you guys chose to road trip it to see America. I don’t think a lot of people outside the US realizes how diverse it is from state to state. Glad to ride along with your family. Can’t wait to see the rest of your videos.
I'm literally in the process of getting an RV and setting up starlink and everything, very cool to see it from a not as experienced RV'er perspective. This video is definitely making me excited for my own trip.
I’m so excited for you guys!! My family did this when I was a kid - this brings back memories!! Sam is doing great driving that monster in a foreign country - I would be freaking out trying to drive that around! I can’t wait to see each place you visit!! ✌️💚🚍🗽
This is sooo exciting! RVing all 50 Something I've always wanted to do. As a person from Wyoming (least populated state), all those RV's so close together...yeah, you handled it better than I would have!
Your family is awesome The Top Gun music Was epic Your family's reaction to the recreational vehicle Was priceless I hope you have a wonderful time God bless you all
don't know how you did it Sam when it came to the driving the RV. all cool, calm and collected. I would be a nerves reck. also. think you did great with the editing. 🙂👋👊
So happy for you guys that you got to experience this. I'm also glad you've done it with your kids and have made memories that will last a lifetime. That's what it's all about!
As kids, we never appreciated how much work the dad does on vacations and trips.❤
I agree. I'm a dad! ;-)
Yeah… trips & holidays were so much better as a kid! As an adult, it's so much work, & holidays suck - tons of work w/o gifts.🤭 I can't believe I couldn't wait to grow up - what a rip off! 😂
My dad was right! I should've enjoyed being a kid more; time really does fly & adulting isn't what it seems - too much work!
Where are my princess powers, so I can have the best of both worlds?! 😂
It was all for u and the memories, my parents were the same.
There are millions of Americans who never get to experience an RV road trip in America. That's how lucky you guys are! 🙂
Most of us can't afford any travel or vacations at all.
@@buckeyeclayfanthat actually isn’t true . We travel all of the time . The airports stay crowded of people and everyone that I know travel regularly .
Jealous Canadian here
@@nataliewalters2759There's millions of poor people in America and I am one of them! I make less than 950 dollars a month so, no money left for travel! You have a great weekend! 😊
You will like our village morning routine very much. take a look❤
Yall have some amazing well behaved kids. To see the pure joy from the whole family just to be here in the U.S restores a lot of faith in humanity.
Sam as a CDL driver I am proud of your first experience with a vehicle of this size. Don’t feel bad taking up parking spaces at shops. Park in the back and take the space you need. Have fun family
Do RV drivers have to have more than a Class C license?
@@williamwalsh1533 at or less than 15,000 lbs and or 40 feet or less combined. So it can be a car and trailer or a single vehicle. All that they require is the standard Class C driver's license. Any specifics can be gathered from the local state dmv.
Great advice. As a Brit who emigrated to California, it doesn’t take too long to get your RV legs beneath you.
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You will like our village morning routine very much. take a look😊
LETS GOOO. WE FINALLY GOT IT. This series is gonna be a blast. Hope the trip was hell of a good time
We finally got there! Its all go with this series now 😀
@@yournewzealandfamily i cannot wait for the rest. Good thing I have my notifications on
Woo hoo!
just got done watching episode 1 of the series I cannot wait for the next one. What are you aiming for in terms of the upload schedule. Is it like every week on a specific day or is it just a random day that it will be uploaded
Aiming for every weekend (not sure what day). Will ramp up to two drops per week if we can as well!
Y'all's positivity has seriously gotten me through some hard times. Your fun and positive outlook on life is such a great example. Hope you enjoy Ohio.
You will like our village morning routine very much. take a look 🙏
I’m American and I got excited for you all when I saw you in front of your RV! Thanks for sharing your trip!
My life has finally slowed to a point that I can sit down and binge this series. It's genuinely heartwarming as an American to see my New Zealand Family getting to have this experience. I've not gotten to yet, but it's going on my bucket list now for certain-sure. Hearing your enthusiasm for practically everything you've gotten to see and eat so far has revivified my sense of patriotism, even in these rather bleak and discordant times in the US. You help remind me of how beautiful and interconnected my country actually is. I guess sometimes an outside perspective is necessary just to help you process things. Much love to you all. Also, Dez and Atlanta always seem so fun-spirited and genuinely happy. Your family is very beautiful and warm. Thank you for sharing your experiences with the world the way you all do. Getting to see such wonderful folk get to have these adventures really brings out the proud uncle feeling, same as when I saw my nephew recently and he'd drastically grown up.
From Michigan.
How amazing is it that you get to travel as a family and create all these awesome memories!
The best!
"It's 106 miles to Chicago, we got a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes, it's dark... and we're wearing sunglasses. Hit it." -- Blues Brothers
Except for the south side
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Great movie
@@Hopefulldreameronthego right?
This used to be the close to my answering machine message.
I just love how much you all are impressed with everything that you see! Have a wonderful trip!
This series is going to be a lot of fun for the whole family.
Just the pure joy and excitement in being on the road back in your home from home is infectious. Gonna enjoy experiencing this with you guys! x
You’re doing something even Americans have dreams of doing… I’ve lived in America for 30 years (my whole life) and have only traveled to a few surrounding states. Road tripping in an RV and traveling America is something even we want to do. I hope y’all have a blast seeing our beautiful Country and I look forward to watching the videos.
What a great person Edward is. Plus, he brought you trash bags and things you forget you need. He is a legend, and a great West Coast ambassador
current us navy sailor. i love yalls content. it keeps me going while i do what i do. thank you so much!!!
Army here... same thing for me, watched them over like 3 deployments now.
Thank you for your service!
@biggiesizemore thank you for your service, too.
I read some comments from some veterans. They hate people saying thank you for your service or they think it's stupid. They get free stuff from people for killing people and they usually aren't in the military to serve their country. They think it's annoying and just enjoy the benefits. It was an interesting read lol
Thank you for your service.
You guys are just so entertaining and so comfortable with the camera. Excited to see the rest! I love road trips in America. Your channel is the #1 best channel on RUclips.
Oh man thankyou so much! So stoked you enjoy it!
Since your vehicle extends past the rear axle by about 10 feet, if there is room beyond the parking space, past the curb, you can back the RV into the space(s) and have the rear part hang over the curb and try to back the RV up where the rear tires touch the curb. Assuming there is enough "green space" beyond the curb. That way your RV "sticks out" into the "green space" and not into the parking lot driving lanes.
Came here to say that, I drive a GMC Yukon XL, i got about 3 feet extra behind my rear axle
This is so cool and a memory the kids will cheerish in later years so much. Im sure there'll be plenty of laughs, arguments, more laughs and great memories made. Yall be safe!!
After watching this channel for like 4 years, It's finally happening. I'm stoked to see what cool sights they see, great food they eat, cool events they attend, and great people they meet. Let's go!
Thanks for loving our country more than many Americans do. You would be a wonderful addition
The way they shopped and stocked for RVing is on point! Driving spot on, even the interaction with random mr busy body at the rv park, there’s one everywhere you go. This adorable New Zealand family are now officially American citizens. They absolutely fit right in!
So now that I actually got to watch the video, I'm really glad yall got to experience the United States! I also love how your family is a team. Everyone pitches in and helps.
I love seeing you all enjoy my country. It makes me so much more appreciative for what I have. Despite the negatives :)
Your collaboration with the unsubscribe podcast was so much fun. Well done.
Bet y’all didn’t think you had such a crossover audience as you really do. There’s the family side that we are required to show when out in public, then there’s the real us kind and caring but not really housebroken or socialized. Yet for the most part harmless unless, the dysfunctional pack. 👋🍺👍🤙😎😊
Was a fiery different experience I can tell they started uncomfortably with swearing and “blue jokes” but eventually got into it
@@lefton4ya yet it’s all in good fun, but they never thought that they had that much of a shared audience?
It was a riot. Loved every minute of it.
My wife and I got chills watching you in the Burger King parking lot at 2:05. This movie was our first date 39 years ago!
Let's go. Locked in for Round 2!!
In large parking lots, it’s better to find an outside row and just park perpendicular to a row of them ,covering 3 or so spaces. It’s easier and people expect that , and you don’t have to do a lot of backing up that way. Also ,if you find an empty parking lot, you can practice your backing a little while no one is around. For backing where you need help, if the person helping can see you in the mirrors then they know you can see them. Happy Traveling .
Great job driving that barge. It is just what your family needed for this adventure, The West Coast gets all the luck. I know they will take good care of you there. Drive safe and have a great time. ❤
You guys are so much fun!! THANK YOU!!!
Amazing memories you will all have the rest of your lives
Edward has to be the neatest guy you would ever want to meet. He is so sweet.
The best!
They play Top Gun but I get more of a National Lampoons Vaction vibe.
Watch out America! The New Zealand Griswalds are on the road! 😂😂😂
That's so accurate! 😂 I am imagining Sam jumping into the cold pool! 🤣
You guys are good old fashioned FUN don't change!!!!
Remember that bump you felt was either a pothole or a Mazda.😂
Nah it was straight Colombian
And the journey begins, can't wait for whatever you got for RUclips. One big happy family 🔥🇺🇲💯
Make sure you know the height of your RV. Some bridges or tunnels may be too low to pass under. Low passages generally have the height posted before you get to it on a yellow and black sign. You don't want to turn it into a convertible before it's returned!
They’re already back in New Zealand, and I don’t remember any horror stories (in the live events) of them ripping off their roof. So they must have been okay. But I too was worried when he said he didn’t know how tall they were!
@@jeffg.6110 ok good to know. Overheight vehicles can definitely be a hazard if you don't know the area and it's not something you think about in your everyday car.
Sometimes you have to get off on the exit before the overpass and cross the street only to get back on again or fine another route instead of crossing a low hanging bridge.
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Wow, you guys are the best on RUclips. I love your editing, the maps, everything. You seem professionally trained, because the quality of your episodes are so completely smashing. Rock on! 🤟
Wow, thanks!
What an outstanding man
Awesome to see you guys having so much fun!
OMG, I managed a group of Burger Kings for over 30 years and the Burbank location was our highest volume restaurant (one of the highest in Southern California). Guests always came up to me and asked if it was the Back To The Future BK! I would point out where the garage was built and where he skateboarded out of the parking lot holding onto the truck.
I so envy you for that R.V.! When we went on vacation as kids, there were 6 of us children and two adults packed into a Kingswood Estate station wagon. Mom and dad in the front, three children in the back seat and three more in the cargo area, bouncing off luggage like pinballs. Good days ... lol
Yay!! I’ve been waiting for this, especially after seeing your message regarding the trouble you had. So glad the video dropped! I love you guys!!❤❤
That cloud coverage along the coast is called the marine layer. That's what they always called it on the local news while growing up in SoCal.
Water temp is different than the air temp you get this localized fog. Surfers love it. Your on your way up north you will start to see Spanish moss in the oaks.
This is a transcript of the weather report for Los Angeles TV stations: "Late night and early morning low clouds and fog near the coast burning off by 11." The rest of the day is either overcast or overcast mixed with smog. And then the sea breeze starts any time between 1:59pm and 2:01pm every day of the year. You need a wind breaker every afternoon.
What you were hearing from the road work were "vibratory road compactors". I worked in the construction industry in SOCAL for many many years as a contractor. SOCAL soils consist of mostly clay particularly the closer you get to the ocean. A vibratory compactor is comparable to what is commonly referred to as a steam roller which is an old time name for a heavy equipment with full width steel drums both front and rear often used for final compaction of a finely graded surface except the vibratory compactor is what its name implies is a heavy equipment steel roller that vibrates causing local seismic waves to be transmitted through the ground. They can be felt a few hundred yards from the roller. Have a great trip you guys!!!!
The vibrating you were feeling is a steamroller in action. They make the earth shake something crazy.
The start off was funny as heck. I was so excited for their journey.
You are legal allowed to park parallel to a curb area in a lot and take up as many spaces as long as it isn't interfering with income and outgoing traffic
Highly anticipated and worth the wait! Great job guys!!
Happy for you!
I don't know anyone who wouldn't want to join you, but I don't envy you driving in Southern California traffic. I was born and raised there. I know first hand! You got this...just remember, we drive on the right side of the road. LOL!
Not 100% sure about that... seen a lot of people on the wrong side of the road.
Learning to drive on the 'wrong' side of the road on LA freeways sounds like a nightmare.
For oversized vehicles, you should park on the side or behind the building.
Yep. Or the opposite way, across as many spaces as necessary. Whilst leaving enough maneuvering space to get back out in the travel lane. It's far more important to not stick out into the travel lanes of a parking lot, than it is to try to conserve the parking spaces themselves.
Make sure your sewer line is straight and not looped.
It will not drain right..have fun and enjoy from Wichita ks
So many people come here on vacation for a week or two but for you to get to come for a whole month makes me so happy you can't believe it. And the thing about it is that even though you're here for a month you still won't be able to experience every aspect of our culture and society. And still only a small portion of our country. I vote that you stay forever. You're wholesome attitude fit's perfectly in this country. I can think of a few people I'd like you to switch places with although I wouldn't wish them on New Zealand either. Lol
Excited to watch this series! hope you had a stellar trip.
Glad to see you finally uploaded it! Can't wait to see the rest of your rv road trip
I am a motorcoach driver, which is 45 ft long and just so you know it is acceptable when looking for a parking spot to pull it long ways of the slots at the end of a parking lot. Also be careful at fueling stations. Be safe, have fun.
This is awesome - as a long time camper in RV and tent - I'm sitting here saying Oh do this do that and I can't help and then I think - well hey they did great - they are already home! So far looks like you had a fun fun time! Can't wait for the next one!!! ❤
The compartments on the outside of the RV are great to store your luggage and firewood! Enjoy your trip!
Did anybody else hear "Holiday Road" immediately playing in their head when they started?
Hope you guys had the journey of a lifetime.
They put in a funny clip in one of their preparatory vids of Chevy Chase saying 'smell that air' and looking psychotic. lol
😂Good one! I was too busy being a nervous wreck for them😂
Let's just hope the theme park is open when they get there!!😂
@@michaelengel8995 Pretty sure Dollywood was open. lol. But Denz hates rollercoasters so he mostly watched from the sidelines.
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I have enjoyed your family for a few years now. Whatever help you have received was well earned. Your courtesy and constant interest in our country has charmed all who have been privileged to see you.
If you go through St. Anthony, Idaho before you hit Yellowstone, blow the horn loudly. You have a friend there who used to teach history in high school. If you decide to hang out in grizzly country, stop at my apartment in St. Anthony. I’ll fix you up with a lever action .45-70 rifle and plenty of cartridges.
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They're already back home in NZ
They're back now. The next trip they want to do is a short one for Christmas somewhere...Christmassy. There was talk of a party at the Home Alone house. lol
I am so happy! Its like when the new season of your favorite TV show drops. I will be planning meals and snacks around your videos to maximize my viewing pleasure.🥰
Also, the unsubscribed pod cast was great! I have been watching all of them forever, and to see you on there was like icing on the cake.
I like the fact that you're a little nervous behind the wheel Sam. That means that you are going to be careful. I hate the fact that there are people that rent those and assume it's gonna be like driving a car.
American roadtrips is the most iconic thing anyone can do !
U guys are so brave! Glad it all turns out well!👍💪🏼
LETS GOOOOOOOOO WELCOME TO USA! I hope you guys enjoy! THIS SERIES GONNA BE The BEST! Hope you guys enjoy here!
Love the editing!
This is a great video! RUclips- Pay them for it!!!!!!!
That was so cool of Edward for doing that!! So cool! 💪🇺🇸
I was so excited to see this first video dropped. Your excitement was palpable. I can’t wait for the next one. Thank you for taking us along with you on this journey.
Glad to see you enjoying yourselves.
'We don't have enough clothes!' I'm from Oregon, I was in California for a job, it was 65 degrees and the people of San Francisco were bundled up. I was wearing shorts and a t-shirt. People in sweaters in California does not mean it's cold.
We moved from the southern San Diego area in mid-September (110 F in the shade) to a tiny Aleutian island in Alaska. When I got off the plane I had on a heavy winter coat. My lips were blue and I was shivering uncontrollably. The people who lived there were all complaining of the heat (it was an unusually warm day of 64 degrees), they were running around in shorts and tank tops. Fun memories. 🤣
Oh. You sure do know a lot
Just like myself in Florida. I grew up in MA, and still don't put a jacket on despite being in Florida for 14 years. However, native Floridians get bundled up in down jackets, scarves, and gloves when it's 50F.
I grew up in San Jose CA, and we would go to SF once in a while. This was back in the 70's. It might not seem that cold to others, but it's a different type of cold. It's very moist and it feels like it's going right through you. We moved to PA, which has much worse winters, and I was able to tolerate it, because it wasn't such a "wet" type of cold. In SF, it seemed like when you were walking in the sunlight, it was nice, but as soon as you walked into the shade of a building, the temp dropped fast. I think it has something to do with, not only the air coming off the bay, but because of all the cold cement and brick buildings around you. So, yes, we always brought a sweater when going there, even in the summer.
Sounds like me from Wyoming working a winter in Texas, I had to buy new summer clothes.
Trader Joe's is related to the other chain grocery store named Aldi's. These are both owned by two German brothers who contacted Aldi's in Germany. But they had a slight falling out when one started to want to sell cigarettes and the other didn't. So they split into Aldi's North and Aldi's South. Then they opened internationally in America as Aldi's and Trader Joes as in America no two stores can have the same name. They buy and sell a limited line of goods and sell them at reasonable prices and the stores are set up to get you in and out in as quick a time as possible.
For more information watch The Fat Electrician's story that I took these facts from.
So cool that you spent ten weeks traveling the country.
But created in Pasadena, California by a California boy from San Diego,Joe Coulombe. He sold it to the German Founder of Aldi's.
And Aldi's is the best bang for the buck with Lidl being a close second.
Not totally accurate. While the German brother part is, there is NO overlap at all. Trader Joe's was started by a guy named Joe in California who sold to one of the brothers. The product lines are totally different. Even the ones that look like they are the same, are not & are made by different companies. I found that true with the meatballs. I love the TJ's Italian grilled meatballs and always have them in the freezer (great for fast dinners). Was out & shopping at Aldi's and got theirs. ICK. Not even close. They were like overspiced rubber balls. Never again!! They are similar in being more limited, but better quality, than huge Supermarkets. I haven't seen The Fat Electrician's video, but if he has the brother from Aldi's founding TJ's, hes wrong! They are my 2 fav stores, with TJ's eding out Aldi's. But love both, and love seeing this trip!
PS fun fact. The Trader Joe's in my town used to house their East Coast headquarters. You could always tell who the Corporate muckity mucks were in the store lol. Then they grew too big out here & moved into Boston. Wish I had taken the opportunity to give them my opinions on them discontinuing so many items and making non-seasonal stuff seasonal LOLOL But they did it far less back then
Employees are usually great at Trader Joes. Not sure why. But always have a good experience there.
@@ct6852 I can tell you why. They choose to pay their employees well above minimum wage, and treat them well. And having the right attitude is literally in the job description. It's why many of the same lovely people work their for years!
I'll never forget after I had an unplanned, very major surgery, I FINALLY made it back in the store, after having to relearn to walk again. A bunch of the employees came running over & told me how worried they had been that I hadn't been in! One, who I had known for years, burst into tears and gave me a wonderful bear hug! I left with several bouquets of flowers as their gift, and feeling truly missed. To this day (over 4 yrs later, but with lasting mobility issues) they always help, load my car for me, and ride the scooter back. Last time I was in, the battery was dying so they had me wait, and just tell them what I wanted and several folks ran to get stuff. I could have hobbled, but would have paid in pain...I didn't even ask. BTW, I can assure you, when I finally made it back in my local supermarket, not only did no one notice, but don't think any of the employees were the same, in over a year.
I’m so happy1 for you guys! You’re,one of my fav RUclips families
Be sure to watch for low hanging branches on trees, low overhanging roofs at gas stations and businesses, and bridges. be sure someone is outside watching for branches, tables and poles when you open the slides. Be sure there is nothing open like doors or the sleeper coach nor anything on the floors when you retract the slides. Also, WalMart sells RV supplies like your sanitation tank deodorizers to help keep the smell down. Be sure to take the kinks out of the sewage line so the water flows and there is as little left in the drainage pipe when you go to disconnect it. The sell collapsable supports that extend for the sewage pipe too. They sell surge protectors that you plug into the box that prevents any potential "electrical surges". be sure any roof vents are closed at least most of the way. Enjoy your trip! The California coast is beautiful even if it tends to be foggy because of the cold Pacific ocean.
When we traveled thru New Zealand in a small camper van. Remaining on the opposite side was always a challenge! Your family is so fun to watch..enjoy your travels. Take extra time to hike and meet a few Americans! RVs are everywhere these days!
I hope you’ll allow other to react to your videos.
-the best thing about camping in America is that if you’re low on supplies or need anything u can ask your neighbor and I guarantee you will will get the help you need.
Very good, glad to see you finally got it up and running.
Love watching you guys! We are a family Living in the country on a cow farm in Western PA and watching you guys living the All American Dream to travel the country road of this great country. God Bless and Safe travels!
You and the children will make some lifetime memories .. I hope some of them are beautiful
Yeah, CalTrans always works at night, pretty much. It can be a pain, but it's better than them working during the day and having to deal with closed lanes during rush hour. California is a great state to start in. So much diversity when it comes to the type of environment to see. You have the coastline up to the Bay Area, The Central valley that is mostly flat farm land, the mountains of the Sierra Nevada mountain range and then the high desert in southern California like Death Valley and Palm Springs.
I watched again to show a friend...Edward is amazing...so glad to see that man...and him thinking of those things you need is awesome...renting the car, etc...absolutely love him...great vlog... everyone that stops by has to endure me showing them your videos...they love it and thank you Edward for helping them 😊
Love the throwback Utah Jazz shorts @18:45 that you're wearing! Much love from your viewers in Utah!
That was my thought when I saw those shorts🎉
Beautiful little family, and glad to have you. ENJOY!
Another crash course in driving in the states. You're all so brave. I love watching you all experience the US.😊
Opening with classic movie trivia! The Best!
Be safe and have a great time, I'll be watching with many smiles on my face following along with your wonderful family.
Heeeeyyyy! It's good to see you folks again. Sam, you did an outstanding job "jockeying" that beast.
I loved the first episode! Oh! You guys were awesome on the unsubscribe podcast! It was surreal seeing you guys with our great and wonderful veterans!
New subscriber. 2nd video in. So glad you guys chose to road trip it to see America. I don’t think a lot of people outside the US realizes how diverse it is from state to state. Glad to ride along with your family. Can’t wait to see the rest of your videos.
I'm literally in the process of getting an RV and setting up starlink and everything, very cool to see it from a not as experienced RV'er perspective. This video is definitely making me excited for my own trip.
This road trip is going to be EPIC!!! You'll see so many new and amazing things. Can't wait for future episodes!
I see Nadine got her mayonnaise! That is a must for us Dutch!
100%!!
This is THE WAY to tour America, let the sights and scenery just fill you in along with the different major cities
I’m so excited for you guys!! My family did this when I was a kid - this brings back memories!! Sam is doing great driving that monster in a foreign country - I would be freaking out trying to drive that around! I can’t wait to see each place you visit!! ✌️💚🚍🗽
This is sooo exciting! RVing all 50 Something I've always wanted to do. As a person from Wyoming (least populated state), all those RV's so close together...yeah, you handled it better than I would have!
Your family is awesome The Top Gun music Was epic Your family's reaction to the recreational vehicle Was priceless I hope you have a wonderful time God bless you all
don't know how you did it Sam when it came to the driving the RV. all cool, calm and collected. I would be a nerves reck. also. think you did great with the editing. 🙂👋👊
I am on the edge of my seat, ready for the next episode!
Love that! Soooo many more to come!
Wow! Such and exiciting start!! Can’t wait to see the rest of the journey! 🇺🇸🚐⛺️
So happy for you guys that you got to experience this. I'm also glad you've done it with your kids and have made memories that will last a lifetime. That's what it's all about!