I’ve watched all of your videos and look forward to each new one. The way you present your videos is very natural compared to some you tubers so please don’t change.
For me, I choose what travel channels I watch based on how much I like the personality of the vloggers. I love watching you two! So while I do tend to gravitate towards travel content in Asia (cuz that's where I most want to travel to in the future) I'm excited to watch your videos no matter where they're filmed. And the videos filmed in countries that I am less interested in just help me enjoy things outside the box to me. All that to say, I'll watch your vids no matter where they're filmed!
My wife and I have watched all your videos over the last couple of years. Starting with the Japan ones when we were planning a trip. When we were planning our honeymoon in the UK, we specifically looked to see if you had any videos for it. Unfortunately, you didn't yet. The video choices we did have were useful enough but they didn't have the vibe your videos have that we both love. I think there's a strong case to say that you have our favorite channel. In short, we'd love if you all did videos in Europe or elsewhere. We watch them regardless if we had immediate plans to travel there.
It's not like you guys weren't already super likable but this just shows how natural and authentic you are always are. You are doing a great job and I hope we can watch another million videos!
I loved this BTS look at things. I would watch ANY content that you guys put out. I love your personalities, the attention to culture, the way you make travel accessible, your transparency and respectfulness and mindfulness you guys put out into the world. Praying and manifesting big numbers for you guys in the new year.
You two definitely do enough per video. If anything, you spending 3 days in one place and doing so much feels kind of unattainable to a slow moving traveler like me. Cut yourselves some slack, many or few, whatever you do in a location is interesting and worth watching! We love you guys and have followed you for years. Much love ❤️
I haven't watched the video yet, but I'm sure it's good, like the rest of your videos. Happy New Year to the best English-speaking travel vlogging duo on RUclips. 🎇
✨Don’t ever feel embarrassed about making your videos!!! We look forward to them like you can’t believe! My vote is YES on more Europe!! We love you. You’re both adorable!! Keep going!!!✈️🫶🏻✨
What a revealing episode! RUclips behind the scenes tempered with a willingness to expose more than finances or techniques. What sets apart your channel is the attempt, dedication, and reality of real film making. So many travel vlogs are designed, edited, and released “the next day” from a motel room or during a long haul flight. It shows. A Lisa and Josh long form vlog has so much thought and effort which I appreciate seeing the process. Also, it is nice noting the true collaboration between the two of you in that film making process. I came in with the Camino and have especially enjoyed the Iceland and Japanese rail episodes. It does appear to be a lot of work for modest returns. Hope the next year catapults your channel to much greater visibility. Cheers!
Guys, this was a great video! I can’t imagine how difficult it was to film a “how we do” vs. “”how to” video while trying to film a travel video. However, to answer Josh’s question about do we care about London. We enjoy watching your videos regardless of location. Lisa and Josh bring energy and excitement to the location. I only hope that our channel can one day inspire people to travel as much as you guys do. Thanks for all that you guys do!
Wow, I didn't know so much went into making your content. I enjoyed this video because it gave your viewers a sneak-peak into your lives and we got to see the "real" Lisa and Josh. People aren't naive enough to believe that everything is sunshine and roses all the time, but it seems that's what most travel vloggers try to do, especially the younger ones, but I feel like you guys do a great job of capturing both the fun and less-fun side of traveling. Also, I reckon a bunch of your viewers get inspired by your videos and question whether this is something they could do themselves (myself included) and now that I see what it actually takes to make great content, I think I'll leave it in your more-than-capable hands! Keep up the fantastic work!
Josh, I am watching behind-the-scenes videos on how you create RUclips videos. First off I love your authenticity. I appreciate that you two do not take advantage of a shock value video and title grab. Yes, I want to see Europe videos. I love everything you all post. If I was a shut-in person. Your videos would be a lifeline. ❤
Yes more Europe please. For those of us in EST that's our shorter flight, it's also harder to do on a budget (especially for those using Canadian Dollars). Your videos are great realistic travel vlogs.
This is the best "behind the scenes" video I've ever seen from any RUclipsr, and I found it to be extremely interesting. Thanks for making this, sharing it, and being so honest and thorough. This was such a fun watch.
We just got back from a month in Japan. We don’t watch these vids for the travel, we watch them for you. The highlight of our trips is a month together, not the locations. That is why we watch you and that is what we feel is your point of difference. Enjoy and happy new year from Sydney ❤️
I support your channel because your personalities that shine through (the location is secondary); this was a really interesting BTS perspective! The voiceover recording and thought processes were especially fascinating and I love how it's truly a joint effort. The giant glass board in the background and wall-staring were just as interesting as the step-by-step, and I truly appreciate the attention to detail and all of the tiny adjustments you take the time to make so that our viewer experience is all the better -- it's really appreciated!
In short, Yes to Europe! Longer answer... You guys (along with Onepackwanderers) made Asia seem less scary and more accessible to me as a solo traveler, and I took my first trip to Asia (South Korea) a few months ago. While I have been to Europe several times, I generally stay within whatever major city I fly into. I'd love to get some pointers / inspiration from you guys to help me branch out, further away from major cities. Honestly, though, you guys are awesome and I watch all your videos. Keep it up!
This is a really long winded comment and idk if you will ever read it but y’all are the best. Y’all make dope videos for us regular folks and it’s always valuable information or entertaining to watch. This video was super insightful and illustrates that even if you’re a big channel or small channel like us, the similarities are apparent. I (Marlon) struggle to film myself in public, have issues with trying to come up with something interesting to say in each scene, and find it difficult to create alluring thumbnails. People think YT is easy but it requires a lot of effort! So kudos to y’all for enduring! I learned a lot from this video too so big thanks to the two of you! Y’all’s authenticity, genuineness, and humor in addition to the Anthony Bourdain style storytelling is strongly conveyed from all of your videos. And I think those are compelling reasons why you all have 100k+ subs. The commitment to crafting videos is all in the details and its exhibited in your final product. As far as should y’all film in Europe? I’d say continue to film what you guys want to do and where you want to visit. We’d be stoked to watch either way! Safe travels!
hey guys--we really appreciate your words of encouragement (and we love a good long winded thought, as you know :)) we know those feelings all too well and gotta say--big ups to you guys for making your content super down to earth and relatable. can't wait to watch more of your stuff and visit a lot of the places you've traversed, which we haven't yet! happy travels, you two!
I do want to see you guys go through Europe. I’m planning to travel in Europe in the next year and your videos are the most practical travel videos. I want to know what’s possible on a budget. And what a realistic budget is in some of these countries. Though, if it’s too much and you don’t want to do it, then don’t. Don’t burn yourselves out.
Go where you want to go Josh & Lisa, as much as I enjoy watching your travels if youre not having fun and youre not comfortable - you’ll burn out faking the funk, seen RUclipsrs completely disappear from YT because of their viewers expectations. Please Be comfortable, enjoy yourselves and smell the coffee and flowers along the way 🥰
I can’t think of any other travel RUclipsrs that have done a “behind the scenes” video. Once again: y’all are keeping it real and giving us the rundown of what it actually takes to create content for RUclips. Also: yes to Europe; maybe do a series of visiting the less popular cities and/or countries?
I watched for the genuine/authentic nature of your collective personality and your vision of being genuine/authentic. I stayed for the storytelling. Kudos!
Definitely interested in Europe videos, especially if it is in less frequently filmed locations (which is probably eastern Europe). Also, thanks for sharing how it is made - appreciate the amount of effort that goes into it
You have the best travel videos on RUclips. Are you certain it’s the thumbnails holding back your growth? I think they’re perfectly authentic, eye catching, and informative. I’d guess that the video length and once a month posting are more likely the reasons your channel is growing slowly. I love your long form, but it can take me a while to find a time to watch, and I’m more likely to split it up over several sessions. I’d be interested in seeing short (10 min) rough cuts every week that give a taste of the long movie to come. But whatever you decide, I’ll be watching. Europe is great, but I’d really love to see more of Hawaii - getting around the islands, visiting on a budget if possible, the neighborhoods, the foods. More of the South Pacific and Asia, too. Best of success to you!
Paused a bit during the insecurities explanation just to tell you how amazing you are! I’ve watched most of your videos and you guys really are tallented at storytelling! You have an amazing and captivating story to show in all videos and the amount of work you put in each and every one is extraordinary! Huge thumbs up, excited to see what’s next every time you post a new video ❤
I just discovered your guys’s channel and as a fellow creator, I really appreciate this! We have a smaller channel and it just feels nice that larger channels also can feel the same insecurities so maybe they never really go away lol. I’m not sure why but there’s some comfort in that for me. Love your content and super excited to follow along!
One takeway I get from this video is how much your editing transforms the footage to turn it into a movie! For this video your videos really feel so normal without the background music (in a down to earth way!)
I watch all your videos. I didn’t know what a thumbnail was and don’t care. You guys are so cute and I love watching your adventures. Don’t change a thing!
I’ve been watching your videos for years now and have loved the progression of your videos. While I still love the honestly of your first Camino trek you all seem so much happier and like you have found your style. I remember asking a while back for longer videos and we love your current format. I think you have also found a sweet spot budgeting to show what real people can do that isn’t backpacking but also isn’t unattainable. Please keep doing what you are doing and we will keep following along. Always wish for more videos but don’t want you to burn out either. This video was fascinating on the behind the scenes of how RUclips vlogging really works!!!
Hey guys, really enjoyed this. We're big fans and like many of your viewers I think we see a lot of you in us, which makes your content feel close to home. I've been (obsessively!) studying RUclips for a long time and I saw someone else suggest shorter videos. I think you know why that isn't correct and also think you've talked about it before on your podcast. Anyway, I think your thumbnails are mostly above average. The basic rules of thumbnails are Bright & Inviting, Intriguing, and 3 or fewer points of interest. You mostly do fine with that! International & domestic travel audiences on RUclips are kind of fragmented. Europe will work; but it will take some time just like Asia did. Asia is where your channel really started finding traction so naturally you have more viewers interested in that content and the impressions hit better. If you only ever cater impressions to your current audience, I think it will hurt your channel in the long run by making you a little captive to only those type of videos (in this case, Asia travel). Through My Lens is on a similar trajectory; they do mostly domestic US travel and are curious about international. I think you just have to stick with it and really hone the craft of planning for those ones in the early going is all. My big question for you is how you make value $ decisions for what videos to make and where to go. At the end it looks like you said you spent $2,000 for the London video; which given that you're on the gamified $150 budget for the video, means you probably spent $800-$900 per person in flights to get there? I think for me, I want to look at it like, "Okay, this is a $2000 trip, what's the likelihood we're getting $2001 back on views/duration, etc." $2000 for one day is a lot; you're probably looking at 150K~ views in that case as a breakeven, give or take? Since in this case your most expensive individual purchase is the flights (as opposed to food, lodging, etc.) it probably makes sense to bank several videos from the trip to Europe. In other words, since flight is most expensive, try to only do it once. London is short train to Paris; another 24 hours in Paris is probably $200~ and then you're likely cutting into that deficit. String a few of those together and suddenly that expensive flight has some more offset. I like the motto, "The thing that hits us hardest happens least" - if accommodation is the worst value of your trip, stay fewer days. If it's flights, stretch what you do/produce. Etc etc. Again, big fans and wish you all the best. Thanks!
"Has Social Media Ruined Travel?" My Lisa and Josh introduction and I'm still here. As a 41 year flight attendant I've seen a lot but you've both beat me. I recommend your channel often as the "not a hippie back packer youth hostel" channel and also "not your parents Viking cruise set either but advice with affordable hotels and easy good food." Always something on a stick to eat for sure. Your how to Disney for zero dollars had me in tears when listening to the description of Josh's memories on the last ride of the day. It stuck. Thanks! and Mahalo 🌺
I have watched all your videos and many multiple times (subscribed for years).I am super excited to see your London one and you single handedly made me want to go even for 24-48 hours. Loved this video too with a behind the scene approach! Thank you!
My partner and I love ALL of your videos and we would LOVE to see more Europe vids. But as British people we also TOTALLY understand the discomfort. You do an incredible job.
Well done guys. I remember watching the video when you hit 5000 subscribers in a hotel room. I love watching your videos because it feels so real you inspired people to travel. Our family likes to travel ourselves and a lot of videos you made inspired us to go there. One particular example is Innsbrook Austria. Another one more recent, yes hiking Mount Fuji, which we plan on the near future. Plus so many more. About this video I really appreciate you guys sharing this. Me and my wife started uploading recent and pass travel videos. Of course I’m the one editing, N I know what exactly you’re talking about and I made some pointers in order to improve our own videos. keep it up, keep it real. You guys are an inspiration.
@@LisaAndJosh thanks. By the way, our travel set up is 3 allpa 35L and 28L for our 11 year old special needs kid. I wonder who influenced us. Not sponsored 😂
You guys are one my most favourite travel You Tubers and would to see more Europe and in particular some of the more smaller less notable cities and regional areas - keep up the great work you should be proud of the the product that you are worked so hard to create - your authenticity is what makes your videos so great.
You guy never cease to impress me, keep doing what you are doing because it works. Your video are always captivating and very fun to watch, i rarely loose focus from your video, i have to watch them in one sitting and i'm adhd too. ( that's something school never achieved with me. ) Lisa, all your montage is done with a masters hand , always beautiful and natural. You do an excellent job at putting images on the story and making it feel good, your attention to detail even in your rush is impeccable. It shows that you guy give it all for us. Josh, your VO are always fun to ear and they are always setting the mood very well. Your akwardness in general lighten the mood of the video and makeus fell like your a pretty chill dude, stay natural keep being you, you don't need none of that youtuber voice like you said, you have your own thing ! Even if you might think that you guys are not doing enough for the viewers, i'll tell you that, you are doing a fantastic job. I like the enourmous effort you are putting in the process of making these video and for this i want to THANK YOU ! Lisa and Josh, you two are my best discovery of 2024 keep it up and have a great new year. Wish you the best for 2025. Much love !!
You two are amazing! I love Josh in the beginning because the way he talks, his voice is incredible! Then Lisa doesnt talk too much but always on point. I love your team up and videos so keep going! Wonderful work!
your thumbnails are great! i started watching you when you toured nz, because i'm from nz, and you just keep me coming back, so you're definitely doing something right!
I love watching your videos! I started by watching your Camino video because I want to walk it someday. I am a 59 or old American woman. I watch wherever you go. I love how you have created your life to be able to travel. PS I would love more Europe videos, and I will watch wherever you go. Congrats on being able to fund your lifestyle off your videos!
Wow, I acquired a whole new appreciation for your videography! No wonder I have loved watching your vids over the years. And "drones are a menace to society" makes me love you even more! I know the thumbnail is important for clicks, but for me, all I look for is seeing it's you guys, and I'm in! Happy New Year!
This came out a week before I start 2 months of traveling where I’m planning to make some videos along the way. Such perfect timing! Love to see your process!
I watch A LOT of travel content on RUclips and you’re absolutely my favorite. Your videos are a gift to your viewers, thank you! ❤ Loved this BTS video so much! (And please continue your Travel Support Thursdays, I love those too and have learned so much from you.)
Josh & Lisa, keep doing those awesome videos, who cares what anyone else thinks, especially the haters. I for one and I'm sure there are plenty others who love and enjoy your travels. I always look forward to the next one you bring out. Have an awesome New Years. From one of your biggest fans.....Tania from New Zealand
Watch all your videos and 1000% would love to see more European travels. Especially off the beaten path budget type travel vs just the big cities. I watch because of your personalities so film where you want and I'll be following along. Safe Travels!
Hi! I have enjoyed your past videos. It is good to see "the making of...", the process, the behind the scenes and (the challenges of) speaking in public at the camera, that you do have a video voice for filming and of course how tiring it can be. It's good to see it's not all fun, exciting, or always high spirited. It's alot of hard work too. Thank you.
Thanks for showing us behind the scenes!! My wife and I love your content. We have recently started a channel of our own and find your videos to be extremely helpful. Keep up the good work and we look forward to seeing where 2025 takes y’all.
I found you guys a week ago and am so many hours deep. You two seem so genuine, I love how brave you are when it comes to travel. The megabucks RUclipsrs have their place, but it’s very nice to watch how I would actually experience a city.
What I love about the videos is that you both are just honest, candid and spontaneous. The videos are fun, informative and immersive. You guys make me feel that I was there with you every step of the way. Wishing you both a Happy New Year.
I very much enjoyed this vid, thank you. On a personal note, as a Brit currently living in Canada I'd love to see your experiences of Europe, although your home location explains why Asian countries work so much better for you guys. The crafting of a video is a fascinating subject, and I'm struck by how much it resembles - with a MUCH shorter timeline😃- my process for writing a book. I always enjoy your videos for their honesty and the depth of information. Your closeness as a couple is the icing on the cake. Thank you once again, and may you continue to grow the channel and enjoy further success.
Amazing to see how much your channel has grown, and that your content remains as great as it has been. And even if some Londoners ended up being less than kind, at least you have your subscribers traveling with you and appreciating the work you do.
Leaving a comment for the youtube algo I will say I've been watching you guys since your first Camino trip and your videos have only gotten better since then. I love the long form videos and its always so informative. It sucks youtube favour click baity videos more than actual good videos Ike these - but ill echo what everyone else has said already that ill watch anything you put out!
We’ve never felt as seen as we do by watching this video 😅 Way to go guys! The amount of work you put into your videos is obvious in the final product, which I’m sure is why people come back no matter the location you’re filming in. Happy 2025!
Really enjoyed seeing how you put it all together. The time and effort, the understanding of how to keep us watching. Choosing the music. Huge amount of work. Now I will be watching and listening in a different way. fascinating, thanks for making it.
Super interesting! Having followed you since almost Day 1, I couldn't be happier for your success! Always quality work! Thank you for producing such quality content (and thumbnails too)!
Love you guys, such great chemistry. I watch your videos religiously and love your long form videos (mini movies). Wishing you continued success and more subscribers in 2025.
Thank you both for making this video. That was very insightful and I enjoyed it quite a bit. Not enough content creators go into the nuts and bolts of what it takes to be successful. As someone who's dreamed of doing travel vlogs myself, this is pretty eye opening on how much work it actually takes. Best of luck to you guys. I love your channel
I have to travel all over the world as a tennis coach/tennis player. Sometimes I don’t get to explore the incredible places and countries I get to visit but I’d love to someday document it and share what my point of view with travel is. Thanks for sharing and inspiring us to keep exploring this incredible world!
Thank you for essentially showing a 'day in the life' of a travel RUclipsr. Which, to me, is very informative and interesting. I had no idea so much work, time and effort goes into producing one video. Also, I finally know where your backpacks are from! I've been wondering for years! Have a happy New Year and I cannot wait for all of the new content; wether it'll be in Europe (where I'm from) or not :D
I had watched your Iceland video and the Christmas in London video this past week, as watching travel vlogs is a recent discovery for me. Seeing how you make your videos was really eye opening. Like most creative endeavors- it's rewarding but hard work with a lot of time required to accomplish. You two are happy and that comes across in a positive way! Although Europe is the content I am interested in, I'm sure that there could be spots in Asia I would enjoy learning more about "traveling along with you." Thanks for illuminating the details of how youtube videos are made! Happy New Year from the Olympic Peninsula!
Excited to see your channel grow. Found you guys through your Taiwan series and stuck around. Really like your budget videos that normal people could travel and afford.
Whatever you do, keep doing it! I love your videos and always look out for them. You have a great fun, casual style and you should never think what you do isn’t enough. I’m pretty sure I speak for your viewers when I say you do an amazing job. Keep doing what you’re doing!!
I love watching your videos. You guys do a great job. And I would like to see Europe. My husband and I love traveling Europe. It’s so easy and beautiful. Next January and February, we plan on going to Asia Keep up the good work !!!
FWIW, you could be recording videos in wheat fields in Kansas and I’d still love it! You both are so natural and relatable and fun! So it really doesn’t matter where you’re traveling, I’m here for you and to see the world thru your eyes. By the way, I live in Kansas and you’re always welcome!
I am totally amazed at the effort you both put into making your videos. Before I watched this I knew the quality of your videos stood out from a lot of other channels we watch and now I know why. Keep producing these very interesting and entertaining travel videos.
You two are doing an amazing job. The way you both have chosen to travel makes it seem so real, so genuine. You don't always get to have the cushy expensive experiences and I don't think that's a bad thing. Fun can happen anywhere. It's up to the traveler to make it happen. Thanks so much for sharing your adventures with us! My wife and I look forward to them always ❤
Keep up the great work guys! You two are a total inspiration! We just got back from a 15 month trip and used so many of your videos for reference! Can’t wait to see what 2025 brings!
For what it’s worth I enjoy watching your content wherever you’re traveling! I consider myself to be a midrange budget traveler and sometimes find it unrelatable when I’m watching RUclipsrs stay in 5 star hotels on every trip. Whenever I’m planning a new trip, I look to see if you guys have done a 3 days there video yet. I appreciate that you set a budget, but you’re realistic about how you sometimes go over the budget and that’s ok. Found you guys when you were filming a lot of Asia videos and hoping to see you guys branch out to Europe and South America!
This was so cool to see. Thanks for the BTS. We just started making our own videos and could not do the whole talking to the camera thing. Ended up doing 90% voice overs. lol I’m glad that general anxiety is normal even With an established channel like yours. Will continue to watch wherever your travels take you. We just enjoy hanging out with y’all on your trips ❤
Great stuff guys. Keep it up! I appreciate your honest and forthrightness. And I respect the amount of work you put into this for every video. Not an easy lifestyle but a rewarding one in many ways. Keep it up and keep pushing forward. Your audience will grow as you go. Roads are wide open in front of you.
You guys are awesome and so is this video! We are going through a really tough time here at the moment and your cheery voices and faces lifted us for a while so thanks so much! Have the happiest New Year and the best 2025 guys, we are so looking forward to watching what you craft. Cheers
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I’ve watched all of your videos and look forward to each new one. The way you present your videos is very natural compared to some you tubers so please don’t change.
Yes. This. You two are the most genuine, and easiest to watch. Don’t change.
For me, I choose what travel channels I watch based on how much I like the personality of the vloggers. I love watching you two! So while I do tend to gravitate towards travel content in Asia (cuz that's where I most want to travel to in the future) I'm excited to watch your videos no matter where they're filmed. And the videos filmed in countries that I am less interested in just help me enjoy things outside the box to me.
All that to say, I'll watch your vids no matter where they're filmed!
My wife and I have watched all your videos over the last couple of years. Starting with the Japan ones when we were planning a trip.
When we were planning our honeymoon in the UK, we specifically looked to see if you had any videos for it. Unfortunately, you didn't yet. The video choices we did have were useful enough but they didn't have the vibe your videos have that we both love. I think there's a strong case to say that you have our favorite channel.
In short, we'd love if you all did videos in Europe or elsewhere. We watch them regardless if we had immediate plans to travel there.
It's not like you guys weren't already super likable but this just shows how natural and authentic you are always are. You are doing a great job and I hope we can watch another million videos!
What is super interesting video. I have never seen another channel make another video like this and I really like it.
I loved this BTS look at things. I would watch ANY content that you guys put out. I love your personalities, the attention to culture, the way you make travel accessible, your transparency and respectfulness and mindfulness you guys put out into the world. Praying and manifesting big numbers for you guys in the new year.
You two definitely do enough per video. If anything, you spending 3 days in one place and doing so much feels kind of unattainable to a slow moving traveler like me. Cut yourselves some slack, many or few, whatever you do in a location is interesting and worth watching! We love you guys and have followed you for years. Much love ❤️
I haven't watched the video yet, but I'm sure it's good, like the rest of your videos. Happy New Year to the best English-speaking travel vlogging duo on RUclips. 🎇
I love how REAL you guys are! No wonder your channel is exploding. Wishing you success and adventure in the New Year!
thank you for your message! happy new year to you too!
@@LisaAndJoshwhat editing software did you use
@@LuciaandGlynnsWorld Lisa talks about it at 23:23 - Final Cut Pro
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I totally agree with this comment, your chemistry together & realistic views are brilliant.. please dont lose this as your channel takes off
✨Don’t ever feel embarrassed about making your videos!!! We look forward to them like you can’t believe! My vote is YES on more Europe!! We love you. You’re both adorable!! Keep going!!!✈️🫶🏻✨
What a revealing episode! RUclips behind the scenes tempered with a willingness to expose more than finances or techniques. What sets apart your channel is the attempt, dedication, and reality of real film making. So many travel vlogs are designed, edited, and released “the next day” from a motel room or during a long haul flight. It shows. A Lisa and Josh long form vlog has so much thought and effort which I appreciate seeing the process. Also, it is nice noting the true collaboration between the two of you in that film making process. I came in with the Camino and have especially enjoyed the Iceland and Japanese rail episodes. It does appear to be a lot of work for modest returns. Hope the next year catapults your channel to much greater visibility. Cheers!
Guys, this was a great video! I can’t imagine how difficult it was to film a “how we do” vs. “”how to” video while trying to film a travel video. However, to answer Josh’s question about do we care about London. We enjoy watching your videos regardless of location. Lisa and Josh bring energy and excitement to the location. I only hope that our channel can one day inspire people to travel as much as you guys do. Thanks for all that you guys do!
Wow, I didn't know so much went into making your content. I enjoyed this video because it gave your viewers a sneak-peak into your lives and we got to see the "real" Lisa and Josh. People aren't naive enough to believe that everything is sunshine and roses all the time, but it seems that's what most travel vloggers try to do, especially the younger ones, but I feel like you guys do a great job of capturing both the fun and less-fun side of traveling. Also, I reckon a bunch of your viewers get inspired by your videos and question whether this is something they could do themselves (myself included) and now that I see what it actually takes to make great content, I think I'll leave it in your more-than-capable hands! Keep up the fantastic work!
Josh, I am watching behind-the-scenes videos on how you create RUclips videos. First off I love your authenticity. I appreciate that you two do not take advantage of a shock value video and title grab.
Yes, I want to see Europe videos. I love everything you all post. If I was a shut-in person. Your videos would be a lifeline. ❤
Yes more Europe please. For those of us in EST that's our shorter flight, it's also harder to do on a budget (especially for those using Canadian Dollars). Your videos are great realistic travel vlogs.
We binge watch your channel constantly
Also, the "ho, ho, ho" was a brilliant touch to the London intro! We were both cracking up at that.
This is the best "behind the scenes" video I've ever seen from any RUclipsr, and I found it to be extremely interesting. Thanks for making this, sharing it, and being so honest and thorough. This was such a fun watch.
We just got back from a month in Japan. We don’t watch these vids for the travel, we watch them for you. The highlight of our trips is a month together, not the locations. That is why we watch you and that is what we feel is your point of difference. Enjoy and happy new year from Sydney ❤️
Big fan of your travels! Always makes me feel positive and awesome! Thank you!
I support your channel because your personalities that shine through (the location is secondary); this was a really interesting BTS perspective! The voiceover recording and thought processes were especially fascinating and I love how it's truly a joint effort. The giant glass board in the background and wall-staring were just as interesting as the step-by-step, and I truly appreciate the attention to detail and all of the tiny adjustments you take the time to make so that our viewer experience is all the better -- it's really appreciated!
In short, Yes to Europe! Longer answer... You guys (along with Onepackwanderers) made Asia seem less scary and more accessible to me as a solo traveler, and I took my first trip to Asia (South Korea) a few months ago. While I have been to Europe several times, I generally stay within whatever major city I fly into. I'd love to get some pointers / inspiration from you guys to help me branch out, further away from major cities. Honestly, though, you guys are awesome and I watch all your videos. Keep it up!
This is a really long winded comment and idk if you will ever read it but y’all are the best. Y’all make dope videos for us regular folks and it’s always valuable information or entertaining to watch.
This video was super insightful and illustrates that even if you’re a big channel or small channel like us, the similarities are apparent. I (Marlon) struggle to film myself in public, have issues with trying to come up with something interesting to say in each scene, and find it difficult to create alluring thumbnails. People think YT is easy but it requires a lot of effort! So kudos to y’all for enduring! I learned a lot from this video too so big thanks to the two of you!
Y’all’s authenticity, genuineness, and humor in addition to the Anthony Bourdain style storytelling is strongly conveyed from all of your videos. And I think those are compelling reasons why you all have 100k+ subs. The commitment to crafting videos is all in the details and its exhibited in your final product.
As far as should y’all film in Europe? I’d say continue to film what you guys want to do and where you want to visit. We’d be stoked to watch either way!
Safe travels!
hey guys--we really appreciate your words of encouragement (and we love a good long winded thought, as you know :)) we know those feelings all too well and gotta say--big ups to you guys for making your content super down to earth and relatable. can't wait to watch more of your stuff and visit a lot of the places you've traversed, which we haven't yet! happy travels, you two!
Hello, yes please we would love Europe content! Especially your budget series on it!
Omg Lisa!!!! The process and details you explained when doing the "first pass" of editing is AMAZING!!!
I do want to see you guys go through Europe. I’m planning to travel in Europe in the next year and your videos are the most practical travel videos. I want to know what’s possible on a budget. And what a realistic budget is in some of these countries.
Though, if it’s too much and you don’t want to do it, then don’t. Don’t burn yourselves out.
Go where you want to go Josh & Lisa, as much as I enjoy watching your travels if youre not having fun and youre not comfortable - you’ll burn out faking the funk, seen RUclipsrs completely disappear from YT because of their viewers expectations. Please Be comfortable, enjoy yourselves and smell the coffee and flowers along the way 🥰
I can’t think of any other travel RUclipsrs that have done a “behind the scenes” video. Once again: y’all are keeping it real and giving us the rundown of what it actually takes to create content for RUclips. Also: yes to Europe; maybe do a series of visiting the less popular cities and/or countries?
I watched for the genuine/authentic nature of your collective personality and your vision of being genuine/authentic. I stayed for the storytelling. Kudos!
Definitely interested in Europe videos, especially if it is in less frequently filmed locations (which is probably eastern Europe). Also, thanks for sharing how it is made - appreciate the amount of effort that goes into it
You have the best travel videos on RUclips. Are you certain it’s the thumbnails holding back your growth? I think they’re perfectly authentic, eye catching, and informative. I’d guess that the video length and once a month posting are more likely the reasons your channel is growing slowly. I love your long form, but it can take me a while to find a time to watch, and I’m more likely to split it up over several sessions. I’d be interested in seeing short (10 min) rough cuts every week that give a taste of the long movie to come. But whatever you decide, I’ll be watching. Europe is great, but I’d really love to see more of Hawaii - getting around the islands, visiting on a budget if possible, the neighborhoods, the foods. More of the South Pacific and Asia, too. Best of success to you!
Paused a bit during the insecurities explanation just to tell you how amazing you are! I’ve watched most of your videos and you guys really are tallented at storytelling! You have an amazing and captivating story to show in all videos and the amount of work you put in each and every one is extraordinary! Huge thumbs up, excited to see what’s next every time you post a new video ❤
thanks for the kind words :) we're really glad to hear they're resonating!!
I just discovered your guys’s channel and as a fellow creator, I really appreciate this! We have a smaller channel and it just feels nice that larger channels also can feel the same insecurities so maybe they never really go away lol. I’m not sure why but there’s some comfort in that for me.
Love your content and super excited to follow along!
One takeway I get from this video is how much your editing transforms the footage to turn it into a movie! For this video your videos really feel so normal without the background music (in a down to earth way!)
I watch all your videos. I didn’t know what a thumbnail was and don’t care. You guys are so cute and I love watching your adventures. Don’t change a thing!
Congrats for filming a London trip + a BTS at the same time!
I love how real and honest you guys are! Thank you for all the time and effort you put into crafting such amazing content! ❤
I’ve been watching your videos for years now and have loved the progression of your videos. While I still love the honestly of your first Camino trek you all seem so much happier and like you have found your style. I remember asking a while back for longer videos and we love your current format. I think you have also found a sweet spot budgeting to show what real people can do that isn’t backpacking but also isn’t unattainable. Please keep doing what you are doing and we will keep following along. Always wish for more videos but don’t want you to burn out either. This video was fascinating on the behind the scenes of how RUclips vlogging really works!!!
Hey guys, really enjoyed this. We're big fans and like many of your viewers I think we see a lot of you in us, which makes your content feel close to home.
I've been (obsessively!) studying RUclips for a long time and I saw someone else suggest shorter videos. I think you know why that isn't correct and also think you've talked about it before on your podcast. Anyway, I think your thumbnails are mostly above average. The basic rules of thumbnails are Bright & Inviting, Intriguing, and 3 or fewer points of interest. You mostly do fine with that!
International & domestic travel audiences on RUclips are kind of fragmented. Europe will work; but it will take some time just like Asia did. Asia is where your channel really started finding traction so naturally you have more viewers interested in that content and the impressions hit better. If you only ever cater impressions to your current audience, I think it will hurt your channel in the long run by making you a little captive to only those type of videos (in this case, Asia travel).
Through My Lens is on a similar trajectory; they do mostly domestic US travel and are curious about international. I think you just have to stick with it and really hone the craft of planning for those ones in the early going is all.
My big question for you is how you make value $ decisions for what videos to make and where to go. At the end it looks like you said you spent $2,000 for the London video; which given that you're on the gamified $150 budget for the video, means you probably spent $800-$900 per person in flights to get there? I think for me, I want to look at it like, "Okay, this is a $2000 trip, what's the likelihood we're getting $2001 back on views/duration, etc."
$2000 for one day is a lot; you're probably looking at 150K~ views in that case as a breakeven, give or take?
Since in this case your most expensive individual purchase is the flights (as opposed to food, lodging, etc.) it probably makes sense to bank several videos from the trip to Europe. In other words, since flight is most expensive, try to only do it once. London is short train to Paris; another 24 hours in Paris is probably $200~ and then you're likely cutting into that deficit. String a few of those together and suddenly that expensive flight has some more offset.
I like the motto, "The thing that hits us hardest happens least" - if accommodation is the worst value of your trip, stay fewer days. If it's flights, stretch what you do/produce. Etc etc.
Again, big fans and wish you all the best. Thanks!
"Has Social Media Ruined Travel?" My Lisa and Josh introduction and I'm still here. As a 41 year flight attendant I've seen a lot but you've both beat me. I recommend your channel often as the "not a hippie back packer youth hostel" channel and also "not your parents Viking cruise set either but advice with affordable hotels and easy good food." Always something on a stick to eat for sure. Your how to Disney for zero dollars had me in tears when listening to the description of Josh's memories on the last ride of the day. It stuck.
Thanks! and Mahalo 🌺
I have watched all your videos and many multiple times (subscribed for years).I am super excited to see your London one and you single handedly made me want to go even for 24-48 hours.
Loved this video too with a behind the scene approach!
Thank you!
My partner and I love ALL of your videos and we would LOVE to see more Europe vids. But as British people we also TOTALLY understand the discomfort. You do an incredible job.
Well done guys. I remember watching the video when you hit 5000 subscribers in a hotel room. I love watching your videos because it feels so real you inspired people to travel. Our family likes to travel ourselves and a lot of videos you made inspired us to go there. One particular example is Innsbrook Austria. Another one more recent, yes hiking Mount Fuji, which we plan on the near future. Plus so many more.
About this video I really appreciate you guys sharing this. Me and my wife started uploading recent and pass travel videos. Of course I’m the one editing, N I know what exactly you’re talking about and I made some pointers in order to improve our own videos. keep it up, keep it real. You guys are an inspiration.
Thanks for the support and so happy to hear Mt Fuji is in your future!! You guys got this!
@@LisaAndJosh thanks. By the way, our travel set up is 3 allpa 35L and 28L for our 11 year old special needs kid. I wonder who influenced us. Not sponsored 😂
You guys are one my most favourite travel You Tubers and would to see more Europe and in particular some of the more smaller less notable cities and regional areas - keep up the great work you should be proud of the the product that you are worked so hard to create - your authenticity is what makes your videos so great.
You guy never cease to impress me, keep doing what you are doing because it works. Your video are always captivating and very fun to watch, i rarely loose focus from your video, i have to watch them in one sitting and i'm adhd too. ( that's something school never achieved with me. )
Lisa, all your montage is done with a masters hand , always beautiful and natural. You do an excellent job at putting images on the story and making it feel good, your attention to detail even in your rush is impeccable. It shows that you guy give it all for us.
Josh, your VO are always fun to ear and they are always setting the mood very well. Your akwardness in general lighten the mood of the video and makeus fell like your a pretty chill dude, stay natural keep being you, you don't need none of that youtuber voice like you said, you have your own thing !
Even if you might think that you guys are not doing enough for the viewers, i'll tell you that, you are doing a fantastic job. I like the enourmous effort you are putting in the process of making these video and for this i want to THANK YOU !
Lisa and Josh, you two are my best discovery of 2024 keep it up and have a great new year. Wish you the best for 2025. Much love !!
You two are amazing! I love Josh in the beginning because the way he talks, his voice is incredible! Then Lisa doesnt talk too much but always on point. I love your team up and videos so keep going! Wonderful work!
I loved your Italy videos a few years ago so I’d say yes to Europe! Plus your unique budget friendly travel is so relatable.
your thumbnails are great! i started watching you when you toured nz, because i'm from nz, and you just keep me coming back, so you're definitely doing something right!
I love watching your videos! I started by watching your Camino video because I want to walk it someday. I am a 59 or old American woman. I watch wherever you go. I love how you have created your life to be able to travel. PS I would love more Europe videos, and I will watch wherever you go. Congrats on being able to fund your lifestyle off your videos!
Yes… we care about Europe and would love to see more! Really liking the behind-the-scenes stuff as well!
Wow, I acquired a whole new appreciation for your videography! No wonder I have loved watching your vids over the years. And "drones are a menace to society" makes me love you even more! I know the thumbnail is important for clicks, but for me, all I look for is seeing it's you guys, and I'm in! Happy New Year!
This came out a week before I start 2 months of traveling where I’m planning to make some videos along the way. Such perfect timing! Love to see your process!
I watch A LOT of travel content on RUclips and you’re absolutely my favorite. Your videos are a gift to your viewers, thank you! ❤ Loved this BTS video so much! (And please continue your Travel Support Thursdays, I love those too and have learned so much from you.)
I love watching all your videos travel on a budget in a campervan...so fun & exciting!
Josh & Lisa, keep doing those awesome videos, who cares what anyone else thinks, especially the haters. I for one and I'm sure there are plenty others who love and enjoy your travels. I always look forward to the next one you bring out. Have an awesome New Years. From one of your biggest fans.....Tania from New Zealand
thank you thank you :) we most certainly will. probably.
Watch all your videos and 1000% would love to see more European travels. Especially off the beaten path budget type travel vs just the big cities.
I watch because of your personalities so film where you want and I'll be following along. Safe Travels!
Hi! I have enjoyed your past videos. It is good to see "the making of...", the process, the behind the scenes and (the challenges of) speaking in public at the camera, that you do have a video voice for filming and of course how tiring it can be. It's good to see it's not all fun, exciting, or always high spirited. It's alot of hard work too. Thank you.
Thanks for showing us the reality and work of being a content creator for RUclips!
Thanks for showing us behind the scenes!! My wife and I love your content. We have recently started a channel of our own and find your videos to be extremely helpful. Keep up the good work and we look forward to seeing where 2025 takes y’all.
I found you guys a week ago and am so many hours deep. You two seem so genuine, I love how brave you are when it comes to travel. The megabucks RUclipsrs have their place, but it’s very nice to watch how I would actually experience a city.
Boy, do you guys work a lot harder than anyone would think! Great video and we appreciate your efforts. Thanks for taking us along with you ⭐
What I love about the videos is that you both are just honest, candid and spontaneous. The videos are fun, informative and immersive. You guys make me feel that I was there with you every step of the way. Wishing you both a Happy New Year.
We watch all your videos, no matter the location!
I very much enjoyed this vid, thank you. On a personal note, as a Brit currently living in Canada I'd love to see your experiences of Europe, although your home location explains why Asian countries work so much better for you guys. The crafting of a video is a fascinating subject, and I'm struck by how much it resembles - with a MUCH shorter timeline😃- my process for writing a book. I always enjoy your videos for their honesty and the depth of information. Your closeness as a couple is the icing on the cake. Thank you once again, and may you continue to grow the channel and enjoy further success.
Amazing to see how much your channel has grown, and that your content remains as great as it has been. And even if some Londoners ended up being less than kind, at least you have your subscribers traveling with you and appreciating the work you do.
I have a new appreciation for your videos after seeing how much work you guys put into each one.
Happy New Year and all the best in 2025!
Leaving a comment for the youtube algo
I will say I've been watching you guys since your first Camino trip and your videos have only gotten better since then. I love the long form videos and its always so informative. It sucks youtube favour click baity videos more than actual good videos
Ike these - but ill echo what everyone else has said already that ill watch anything you put out!
I remember when you guys had a few thousand subs, and now look! Congrats!
We’ve never felt as seen as we do by watching this video 😅 Way to go guys! The amount of work you put into your videos is obvious in the final product, which I’m sure is why people come back no matter the location you’re filming in. Happy 2025!
Really enjoyed seeing how you put it all together. The time and effort, the understanding of how to keep us watching. Choosing the music. Huge amount of work. Now I will be watching and listening in a different way. fascinating, thanks for making it.
Super interesting! Having followed you since almost Day 1, I couldn't be happier for your success! Always quality work! Thank you for producing such quality content (and thumbnails too)!
Love you guys, such great chemistry. I watch your videos religiously and love your long form videos (mini movies). Wishing you continued success and more subscribers in 2025.
Thank you both for making this video. That was very insightful and I enjoyed it quite a bit. Not enough content creators go into the nuts and bolts of what it takes to be successful. As someone who's dreamed of doing travel vlogs myself, this is pretty eye opening on how much work it actually takes. Best of luck to you guys. I love your channel
I have to travel all over the world as a tennis coach/tennis player. Sometimes I don’t get to explore the incredible places and countries I get to visit but I’d love to someday document it and share what my point of view with travel is. Thanks for sharing and inspiring us to keep exploring this incredible world!
Thank you for essentially showing a 'day in the life' of a travel RUclipsr. Which, to me, is very informative and interesting. I had no idea so much work, time and effort goes into producing one video. Also, I finally know where your backpacks are from! I've been wondering for years!
Have a happy New Year and I cannot wait for all of the new content; wether it'll be in Europe (where I'm from) or not :D
I had watched your Iceland video and the Christmas in London video this past week, as watching travel vlogs is a recent discovery for me. Seeing how you make your videos was really eye opening. Like most creative endeavors- it's rewarding but hard work with a lot of time required to accomplish. You two are happy and that comes across in a positive way! Although Europe is the content I am interested in, I'm sure that there could be spots in Asia I would enjoy learning more about "traveling along with you." Thanks for illuminating the details of how youtube videos are made! Happy New Year from the Olympic Peninsula!
thank you :)
Love the honesty in your videos. This feels like an authentic experience of the average traveler! Thanks for the great content.
Excited to see your channel grow. Found you guys through your Taiwan series and stuck around. Really like your budget videos that normal people could travel and afford.
Always fun hanging out with both of you...CONGRATS on becoming self-sufficient
Whatever you do, keep doing it! I love your videos and always look out for them. You have a great fun, casual style and you should never think what you do isn’t enough. I’m pretty sure I speak for your viewers when I say you do an amazing job. Keep doing what you’re doing!!
I love watching your videos. You guys do a great job. And I would like to see Europe.
My husband and I love traveling Europe. It’s so easy and beautiful.
Next January and February, we plan on going to Asia
Keep up the good work !!!
I love the insights you include in your travel contents. I also feel relaxed watching your videos.
You guys are the best... thank you Mr and Mrs Patrick Wilson
Thanks!
FWIW, you could be recording videos in wheat fields in Kansas and I’d still love it! You both are so natural and relatable and fun! So it really doesn’t matter where you’re traveling, I’m here for you and to see the world thru your eyes. By the way, I live in Kansas and you’re always welcome!
I am totally amazed at the effort you both put into making your videos. Before I watched this I knew the quality of your videos stood out from a lot of other channels we watch and now I know why. Keep producing these very interesting and entertaining travel videos.
Aloha from Colorado. 🤙 Just found and started following you. Mahalo for being vulnerable, honest, and funny!
You two are doing an amazing job. The way you both have chosen to travel makes it seem so real, so genuine. You don't always get to have the cushy expensive experiences and I don't think that's a bad thing. Fun can happen anywhere. It's up to the traveler to make it happen. Thanks so much for sharing your adventures with us! My wife and I look forward to them always ❤
Keep up the great work guys! You two are a total inspiration! We just got back from a 15 month trip and used so many of your videos for reference! Can’t wait to see what 2025 brings!
Very informative-I knew nothing about how any of this was done.Keep it up-the best travel videos made.
Great talent. Great teamwork. I love seeing this. Music design is so hard.
For what it’s worth I enjoy watching your content wherever you’re traveling! I consider myself to be a midrange budget traveler and sometimes find it unrelatable when I’m watching RUclipsrs stay in 5 star hotels on every trip. Whenever I’m planning a new trip, I look to see if you guys have done a 3 days there video yet. I appreciate that you set a budget, but you’re realistic about how you sometimes go over the budget and that’s ok. Found you guys when you were filming a lot of Asia videos and hoping to see you guys branch out to Europe and South America!
This was so cool to see. Thanks for the BTS. We just started making our own videos and could not do the whole talking to the camera thing. Ended up doing 90% voice overs. lol I’m glad that general anxiety is normal even
With an established channel like yours. Will continue to watch wherever your travels take you. We just enjoy hanging out with y’all on your trips ❤
Great stuff guys. Keep it up! I appreciate your honest and forthrightness. And I respect the amount of work you put into this for every video. Not an easy lifestyle but a rewarding one in many ways. Keep it up and keep pushing forward. Your audience will grow as you go. Roads are wide open in front of you.
This is my favorite video that you guys have ever done. Great job! And yes, please go back to Japan for more videos. Mahalo
You guys are awesome and so is this video! We are going through a really tough time here at the moment and your cheery voices and faces lifted us for a while so thanks so much! Have the happiest New Year and the best 2025 guys, we are so looking forward to watching what you craft. Cheers
Yes! It is fun to watch you two wherever you go.
Really like the behind the scenes video hope y'all have a great new year 🎊🕛
10:57 phones automatically do HDR photos (more accurately, they do automatic exposure bracketing and blending and then automatically adjust shadows and highlights to keep everything as visible as possible - although some of the latest phones can actually store HDR information in the final photos for displays that support HDR), which is why they do better for backlit scenarios than traditional mirrorless cameras. I think I remember reading that they might even use different sets of pixels for different exposure levels simultaneously so they don't even have to do multiple sequential photos to get the bracketed exposure.
Wow!!! That’s a lot of work!!! You guys are awesome! Love all your videos. Now I know why!