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  • Опубликовано: 27 янв 2021
  • A family of four, the Tompkins family is headed out on the road in a customized van with bunk beds built by @RambleAndRevive !
    Yes, we have a shower. And yes we have a toilet! Watch more for the details!
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  • @JasmineAmanda08
    @JasmineAmanda08 3 года назад +43

    finally, a van tour in less than 10 mins :)

  • @ahagan1930
    @ahagan1930 3 года назад +6

    Great use of space! 3 sleeping areas, extra seating, plenty of storage, and toilet. Looks like you figured out a way to work for your family. Nice build!

  • @gilajacobsen2881
    @gilajacobsen2881 3 года назад +5

    I'm so sad that I haven't been following you and your family. Last thing I knew, you had a baby and made an adorable video of him. SO good to see you both. This is lovely. Very happy for you.

  • @zeropointpower
    @zeropointpower 3 года назад +27

    No bathroom is a fail, for me. Some campgrounds expect you to be self-contained now (washrooms are closed). Good luck, you seem like a nice family.

    • @fishroro9719
      @fishroro9719 3 года назад +2

      You gotta compromise when you want to fit 4 seats and sleeping for 4 people. So the bathroom is the sacrifice you got to make.

    • @MelissaPerry
      @MelissaPerry 2 года назад +3

      They have a toilet & shower. I think it’s perfect!

    • @kp1130
      @kp1130 2 года назад

      @@MelissaPerry Where?

  • @paddiemorgan872
    @paddiemorgan872 3 года назад +2

    I watch these daily for years.. this is the first time I cried !
    So happy for you all to REALLY begin living. What a blessing! 🙌😅🥰❤️

  • @msc-gamingdoor5585
    @msc-gamingdoor5585 3 года назад +30

    That video was uploaded immediately when I was thinking of your old songs.

    • @TrazBurger
      @TrazBurger 3 года назад

      Actually same tho I've been just recently going back and listening to all his old songs again

  • @chriscaarnold
    @chriscaarnold 3 года назад +74

    Vanlife sound fun. Vanlife + children sounds like compact living hell😂

    • @jackotototo
      @jackotototo 3 года назад +2

      The idea to do a trip in a rv/van with my 6 and 2yo seems super fun on paper, but I'm quite sure that within half a day in I'm gonna contemplate ways to kill myself :D :D :D

    • @MeganSaidThis
      @MeganSaidThis 3 года назад

      Totally agree, lol.

    • @brendenellasfunadventures4186
      @brendenellasfunadventures4186 2 года назад

      I disagree

  • @Suthrngal
    @Suthrngal 2 года назад +1

    Get a tent extension for the backside if the van. Ive been wanting one of those for my van. It can extend your sleeping area. Store it in a luggage rack on top of the van when not in use.

  • @momvanup
    @momvanup 3 года назад +12

    I feel that, anxiety and depression has been heavy. We're about to have a van adventure in April! We are choosing a minimal build out in our regular Chevy express. This was so beautiful. Can't wait to follow along.

  • @janicebell5925
    @janicebell5925 3 года назад

    Ode to be young again, this reminded me of all,the fun we had going to weekend outdoor concerts and camping. The van didn’t have a bathroom. We always camped close to the facilities. While living in Virginia, we rented a camping spot for the whole summer. We’d head there when we got off work.Cooked out with anyone who showed up. We love our musician friends that was some great times out sitting by a bonfire beside the ocean.The years of Harvey Walbangers, Boons Farms wines. You guys have fun.you can document all. Wow, I went before home computers.

  • @dariyaamanzhol1140
    @dariyaamanzhol1140 3 года назад +7

    Hey, 8 years ago I made a presentation on one of the lessons. I was so impressed with you, and now I'm happy that you're still continuing doing it. With love from Kazakhstan

  • @amywalker7515
    @amywalker7515 3 года назад +2

    First van I've ever seen with 3 sleeping areas. Excellent use of space. I don't think I could go without some kind of bathroom space, but then, I'm an older person.

    • @mmariemarkel7482
      @mmariemarkel7482 3 года назад

      @Amy Walker....they have both a potty and a shower. I am thinking the potty is a composting one since it was stored under the cabinet and they said they have an outdoor shower unit. So necessities are there and using them is part of the adventure. It's all how you look at it.

  • @petuniaromania6294
    @petuniaromania6294 3 года назад

    Ya'll are Nomads!! WOW!♡♡

  • @SnapszDuhh
    @SnapszDuhh 3 года назад +2

    Omg the little bunk beds are soooo cute😭

  • @allisoncookingham4435
    @allisoncookingham4435 3 года назад +3

    I love it how you can customize it to fit to work for you!! I want to do something like this too but don’t have the money. It is freeing! Enjoy traveling!! 😀

  • @petuniaromania6294
    @petuniaromania6294 3 года назад

    There are so many cool Nomads out there to meet 😀

  • @ZekaUSA
    @ZekaUSA 2 года назад

    Welcome to the club guys!

  • @walk2miles
    @walk2miles 3 года назад +2

    I only watched because I thought ya'll were crazy for four people to live in a van but then....I saw your van.. ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS!! Well thought out design,effective use of space (especially the boys' space) and aesthetically calm. Well done indeed. One of the best I"ve seen.

  • @Lexykins2691
    @Lexykins2691 3 года назад +8

    I bet soon you'll add a curtain system for the bunk beds...adds privacy and will help the kids fall asleep. :)

  • @guardmommad5084
    @guardmommad5084 3 года назад

    Bunk beds! Awesome van! ❤ Rainbows, Rainbows, I love Rainbows. Has taken permanent residence in my head.🥰

  • @AnushR27
    @AnushR27 3 года назад +10

    Hey, your van is so beautiful with all the amenities😍😍 Looking forward to more van videos and your van journey stories😀😀

  • @alisonshanahan9529
    @alisonshanahan9529 3 года назад

    Brilliant van conversion, having an outdoor shower is a better use of space, a pop up tent or two, they can be joined together, depending on the type, will make the adventure thrilling for the kids. They are also useful as a changing room, when you have visitors, and as a daytime kids wc, they can never hold it long enough to make it to a restroom.

  • @DeedreCousins
    @DeedreCousins 3 года назад +1

    The bunk beds are awesome.

  • @Isti115
    @Isti115 3 года назад +15

    Wow, looking forward to more van content, you look so happy to start this new adventure! :)

  • @joniboulware1436
    @joniboulware1436 3 года назад +2

    Great design for vacation trips. It takes some young bladders to handle all night without a 2 AM trek to the campground toilets.

  • @thepeacefulpack
    @thepeacefulpack 3 года назад +1

    Beautiful and brilliant design. Happy Adventures.

  • @cindyhunter9907
    @cindyhunter9907 3 года назад +3

    Congratulations & Happy trails. Hopefully, I’ll be doing the same in just a few short months!!!

  • @Arthur__Dent
    @Arthur__Dent 3 года назад +6

    Living the dream, Mike! So cool! Be safe, guys!

  • @RoadsofFaith
    @RoadsofFaith 3 года назад

    We have been living full time RV for 3 1/2 years....excited for you!!! All the adventures you are going to experience, all the wonderful people you're going to meet....priceless!!! Life is short and you have to grab as much as you can get...and you are making that happen instead of waiting for retirement or for dreams to fall in your lap. Awesome! Enjoy and God's blessings on safe travels!! Maybe we'll see you down the road??! 🙏💕

  • @CatHugs
    @CatHugs 3 года назад +2

    Wow, I came for the music & I'm continuing to stay for your #vanlife Stay well while on your travels. ❤️🙌🏻

  • @poobum9857
    @poobum9857 2 года назад

    awning helpful for summer set up !

  • @bennysinger3180
    @bennysinger3180 3 года назад

    I loved the table:)

  • @MiscMitz
    @MiscMitz 3 года назад +1

    So cool. I want a van. A lot of money. Lol.
    The van life community here on YT is incredible

  • @clarissahuston2634
    @clarissahuston2634 3 года назад

    (Monday, 15 February 2021). 🌈🌺 CONGRATULATIONS! Happy camping! Stay safe! God bless! 🌺🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼🌺

  • @danniedamour4397
    @danniedamour4397 3 года назад

    Sweet van! Always good to see people stepping into a van and stepping out of their comfort zone. 💕💕💕💕wish your family happy adventures ❤️

  • @timroche5586
    @timroche5586 3 года назад +1

    G'day from Melbourne, Victoria, Australia to you, your family and your new van!! It came into my RUclips feed, and I'm glad that in did! The fit out for you family is perfect with the bunkbeds as you kids grow. Such a brilliant idea. It's the reason why I subscribed to your channel. Happy travels, stay safe and good luck on your many travels................

  • @kaylalowe9910
    @kaylalowe9910 3 года назад

    I’m so excited and happy for you!

  • @murasaki1417
    @murasaki1417 3 года назад +2

    Ooo goodluck on your future adventure!!!

  • @susie9010
    @susie9010 3 года назад

    It is amazing! Love the bunk beds! So amazing..... have fun!

  • @mildred5hayes
    @mildred5hayes 3 года назад +4

    I would love to have you guys keep in touch about van living with having children ....so we know what to expect

  • @karenhadden4980
    @karenhadden4980 3 года назад

    Have fun guys! I look forward to seeing your adventures!

  • @RynuelzKitchen
    @RynuelzKitchen 3 года назад

    Love the design of your van

  • @samissnapsamissnap4568
    @samissnapsamissnap4568 3 года назад +1

    Great job van looks fantastic!! ❤️

  • @WonderfulWorldofWalter
    @WonderfulWorldofWalter 3 года назад

    This is so amazing!! Can’t wait to see your adventures! We’ve been following along for so long with you guys and just love seeing your family grow and the strength of your love for one another!

  • @MrsRms21
    @MrsRms21 3 года назад

    Love the van layout, can't wait to see all your family adventures!

  • @ZkFamily
    @ZkFamily 3 года назад

    Way too nice !! Wish you to have a wonderful adventure!

  • @iamsunnysideup7115
    @iamsunnysideup7115 3 года назад

    Sending you lots of love from Chicago. Safe travels and living! Following your adventure! XOXO

  • @Yosemite2003
    @Yosemite2003 3 года назад

    I am so excited for your sweet family! I can't wait to see where this next chapter of your life takes you!

  • @sandraxo8819
    @sandraxo8819 3 года назад

    Yay! I’m excited for these videos!

  • @jillwklausen
    @jillwklausen 3 года назад

    What a cool setup. And your kids are adorable. Build yourself a little wood platform to stand on when you shower to keep your feet clean. Drive safe!

  • @claretbuck1882
    @claretbuck1882 3 года назад

    Exciting times guys cheers 👍🏻

  • @hs489242
    @hs489242 3 года назад

    I’m so excited!!

  • @dreamcatchersjourney
    @dreamcatchersjourney 3 года назад

    The van looks great. Safe travels guys!

  • @JosianneRussell
    @JosianneRussell 3 года назад +4

    Has somebody told you (Kayla) that you look AND sound so much like Christina Grimmie?!?!?
    Love the van, the lifestyle! :D

  • @davidhansow
    @davidhansow 3 года назад +1

    You guys are crazy. Love it and we love you!

  • @lotteleymoore-daigle9623
    @lotteleymoore-daigle9623 3 года назад

    I like the kids own bed space.

  • @keonikainoa3643
    @keonikainoa3643 3 года назад

    Excellent video workmanship! 👍

  • @melissareid640
    @melissareid640 3 года назад

    Awesome job guys! 💝🙏💝

  • @lenam2114
    @lenam2114 3 года назад

    Beautiful van, I love the entire setup!

  • @poopboobielife9302
    @poopboobielife9302 3 года назад

    This is awesome.

  • @user-mc3fw4qm8w
    @user-mc3fw4qm8w 2 года назад

    I know your channel from 8 years 💚💚

  • @jenhalpin
    @jenhalpin 3 года назад

    really love the fabric you picked :)

  • @k4dane
    @k4dane 3 года назад

    Love your work... Love your enthusiasm... Love your van ❤❤❤🎊🎊🎊

  • @tfilipow7
    @tfilipow7 3 года назад

    Ya'll are great!

  • @HighWayz48
    @HighWayz48 Год назад

    Very good 💚

  • @judyhobday4760
    @judyhobday4760 3 года назад

    looking forward to watching your adventures

  • @AventurasConA
    @AventurasConA 3 года назад +2

    Excelente felicidades en tu nuevo proyecto Mike, les deseo lo mejor ✌🏻 saludos desde Mexico 🇲🇽

  • @SandyyLee1
    @SandyyLee1 3 года назад

    I would love something like this for my family. This is such a great work.

  • @EvelinTee
    @EvelinTee 3 года назад

    Love your energy. Just followed because I am excited to see your adventures and hopefully be brave enough to one day take the plunge!

  • @Bagus851
    @Bagus851 3 года назад

    Wooooowww, it's so nice van 👍👏👏👍

  • @georginaivette.
    @georginaivette. 3 года назад +1

    this is actually so cool, looking forward to more van content.
    wish you the best in this adventure, stay safe

  • @baldridge2015
    @baldridge2015 3 года назад

    We have two kids the same age! So excited to watch your adventures in the van- we’re dreaming of doing the same one day!

  • @afsheenubaid961
    @afsheenubaid961 3 года назад

    I really like your beautiful Van 😍

  • @Leelu-dallas
    @Leelu-dallas 3 года назад

    We bought a van this summer for the same thing! We LOVE traveling but have a high risk kiddo so can’t chance going anywhere with shared spaces. It’s been so fun and I can’t wait to see the adventures ya’ll get up to!

  • @gracecallowayable
    @gracecallowayable 3 года назад

    That’s awesome!!!👠🚌👠

  • @heaventears765
    @heaventears765 3 года назад +2

    The van is awesome though, they did a great job

  • @LuckkyCanuck
    @LuckkyCanuck 3 года назад

    Hey Mike and Kayla, congrats on taking this huge step! Van life involves some sacrifice, but it's sooo worth it! You guys are going to make some incredible memories. Best wishes from a fellow ex-cowboy.

  • @musicgirl21788
    @musicgirl21788 3 года назад

    Y'all are absolutely insane!! I'm so excited to see the adventures you guys have and the experiences and memories the boys are going make.
    I have 2 little boys (2 years, and 3 months) myself and I don't think my 2 year old would handle being in a car that much. But I would eventually love to do something like this.

  • @yarajaladef9831
    @yarajaladef9831 3 года назад

    I followed u since I was 24 years old today is my birthday I'm in my 31th I wish this year be the most wonderful year for all of kind and good people
    Wish u a peace of mind ❤

  • @countrysidelivingwithtracee
    @countrysidelivingwithtracee 3 года назад

    I love this.

  • @Donnut123
    @Donnut123 3 года назад

    Awesome Van.=! Glad to see you guys aren't letting Covid keep you down. Get out and let those kids get dirty! BTW, Glacier National park and Yellowstone in Montana/Wyoming are great places you guys need to see. If me and my family ever see your conversion van out and about we'll definitely have to say hi!

  • @dc5369
    @dc5369 3 года назад

    You guys are a cute family. I can't wait to convert my van and start traveling more. I'm gathering more ideas on what I can put in the van. Our van is a low-top passenger Sprinter 2500 so space is very limited. Hope to see more videos. 👍🏼

  • @skylacameron1521
    @skylacameron1521 3 года назад

    You guys are so fun what the heck lol

  • @pierrevillemaire-brooks4247
    @pierrevillemaire-brooks4247 3 года назад

    Life goes on :-D

  • @chidenisee
    @chidenisee 3 года назад

    Love it. I have a baby so I like the beds. I would put a bathroom but that’s me but I like it.

  • @YegorCreative
    @YegorCreative 3 года назад

    i Love you Topkins...

  • @tylermichill8007
    @tylermichill8007 3 года назад

    WISHING YOU GUYS THE BEST YALL ARE AWESOME BEST OF LUCK GOD BLESS

  • @ecyobynot
    @ecyobynot 3 года назад

    Your an updated Partridge family.

  • @user-fp5vj5ws1b
    @user-fp5vj5ws1b 3 года назад

    You guys have two homes now !!😆

  • @ChristineJonah88
    @ChristineJonah88 3 года назад

    Makes me want to do it

  • @MubashirullahD
    @MubashirullahD 3 года назад +65

    Who else thought the whole family was going to live in a van? Just me? Ok.

    • @Debjit625
      @Debjit625 3 года назад +2

      Me

    • @leithmcguire7995
      @leithmcguire7995 3 года назад +8

      Thats the only reason I clicked; and to say BS. But it looks like its just a travel van. Not full time living.

    • @Leelu-dallas
      @Leelu-dallas 3 года назад

      Why do we think they’re not living in it? Also, remind me, why do we care?

    • @leithmcguire7995
      @leithmcguire7995 3 года назад

      @@Leelu-dallas It's just jokes.

    • @Leelu-dallas
      @Leelu-dallas 3 года назад

      Genuinely curious!

  • @ferfavforfour
    @ferfavforfour 3 года назад

    yup, you convinced me
    as soon as im not broke, im getting something like this 😍

    • @FreddietheFly
      @FreddietheFly 3 года назад

      Check out Tom Green's channel. He and his dog have been doing the van life for a few months now.

  • @empress.l.e.tra5904
    @empress.l.e.tra5904 3 года назад

    Fresh vibration so excited 4 u rich happy 2 see u sincerely happy what a difference doing the path u choice beautiful great job on van glad u should u do have a place to come back to call home enjoy traveling & u look so clean most ppl who do van then like look like they showered twice a week lol 🤭 peace 🕊️ and bliss 💎

  • @rubyfiggs1049
    @rubyfiggs1049 3 года назад

    Nice

  • @shanechurilla
    @shanechurilla 3 года назад

    I want a travel van now.

  • @Bagus851
    @Bagus851 3 года назад

    I'm waiting you make a song in that van, it's something like good 😍

  • @maryc4152
    @maryc4152 3 года назад +1

    This is an amazing conversion. Absolutely beautiful & functional... and the fact that it sleeps four is unreal! The only thing that bothers me (no matter how much I try to not let it bother me) is when a van doesn't have an indoor shower/bathroom. But aside from the fact that this van is lacking an indoor shower/enclosed toilet, this is one of the best conversions I have seen.

  • @user-cn4op3mm3v
    @user-cn4op3mm3v 3 года назад +2

    Mike i love you

  • @bqueen83
    @bqueen83 Год назад

    It is absolutely beautiful, just needs a bathroom.

  • @roseanneroberts6636
    @roseanneroberts6636 3 года назад

    Have you thought about an awning with zip on sides? Great if you park up for a few days, extra space for the porta pottie and pet or young children to move around safely when you are meal prepping etc. Take a look at ladybailey caravans website.. go to shop on menu.. tap on awnings to get an idea. Can double or triple your space