BACK TO VAN LIFE USA (reuniting with our tiny home)

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We're going back to vanlife in the US after more than 2 months abroad. While we’ve been living out of backpacks, our van has been stored in Las Vegas, NV with the hopes that it'll be safe in our absence. We're feeling a lot of excitement about being reunited with our home, but we're also anxious to see if it's still where we left it, and if anything melted or got damaged after spending so much time in the Las Vegas summer heat.
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@ginnyandersen8527 8 месяцев назад

I think your water lines had some air in them from sitting so long. Now that you are using it again, it will probable go away. Welcome home. $115 a day sounds to me like you did good on the budget.

@jamesblair4454 8 месяцев назад

That’s exactly what I was thinking

@corysvanlife 8 месяцев назад

HOW DARE THE MECHANIC NOT KNOW WHAT A SYRUP CHANGE IS!!! 😂 Welcome back to the van!! I can’t wait to see your adventures for the rest of 2023!! 😃

@davidevans8611 8 месяцев назад

Thanks for telling me what she said, I couldn't hear it and even if I did I still wouldn't get it. Never-never take a rig you love to one of those oil change places. They are idiots. I kept an eye on them the one time I took my work car to. They started it up and the oil was blasting out of the bottom. I ran over 2 of the idiots to shut my engine off b/4 it was destroyed. They had cross threaded the oil filter...Never again!

@minshullj 8 месяцев назад

Welcome home.

@utahjag 8 месяцев назад

Couple of things. This time of year is THE best for Zion, Arches and all 5 of Utah's National Parks; 70 degrees and way fewer people! Also, I am still in SLC, just SW of Liberty Park if you guys need water, power or anything else. Thank You a ton for sharing your journey! So fun, entertaining, well filmed and edited! Hope you two are having a blast, that's the most important :)

@hape3862 8 месяцев назад

5:30 "We don't have health insurance after all." - Welcome back to 'Murica!

@brianvancalster2594 8 месяцев назад

We have camped for a number of years. After sitting in the hot enclosed container for over 2 months, your water is teaming with bacteria. I would highly recommend dumping it. Loved your trip, very interesting.

@Escapetothe8thConcession 8 месяцев назад

I've really enjoyed watching your European adventure. Glad that you made it home safely. This summer, you should try Canada's Maritime provinces including New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, PEI and of course Newfoundland. Can't wait to follow along on your travels!

@leslyestephen7629 8 месяцев назад

Jimmy! Natalie!!! Welcome back home!! I was thinking about you this morning ... It's good to have you back in the U.S. safe & sound. I think all your videos are great bc you are dedicated. I am sure there are great adventures awaiting for you in Utah!

@bobrouse8634 8 месяцев назад

Next time, drain the water, leave no water stagnant and remove power from the water heater. Come back with fresh water, refill the tanks, allow the hot water heater to fill, then turn the hot water heater on. Stagnant water for an extended period of time in tubing can algaefy and cause clogs.

@katiebug1957 8 месяцев назад

Welcome back! Nothing like home sweet home!

@bonniehoover8318 8 месяцев назад

Loved watching your hiking adventures through Europe, but honestly, I missed your everyday vanlife adventures.

@SharaBinghamMills 8 месяцев назад

That looked like one freezing shower there you guys. How awesome was that that Pancake barely had anything wrong with her? Welcome home!

@BOBSCOTTONLINE 8 месяцев назад

SW corner of UT - you'll love it - maybe hit some lesser known spots aside from the National Parks - waiting with bated breath for the next adventure

@angelamurphy3331 8 месяцев назад

Welcome home Jimmy and Natalie. Hugs 💚💚🍀🍀😺😺🇮🇪🇮🇪💚💚

@wandaboutilier2608 8 месяцев назад

Glad you're back to van life, I've missed it!

@ourvanlives4736 8 месяцев назад

So glad you two found Pancake safe and sound. Congrats on nearly everything doing great. Not so much for telling you where we'd like to see you go see but rather some of the best camping sites you have found in the past in the lower 48. Happy travels 🎉🎉

@mariahorsfield76 8 месяцев назад

Home sweet home ❤see u next week❤

@michaelmitten2977 8 месяцев назад

Welcome back! Holy cow those 2 months went by fast! A $115 ave a day for 2 months is awesome! As with all your videos, I'm already looking forward to the next one!

@hapnewsom9217 8 месяцев назад

I really enjoyed the European vacation, saw a lot of places I have been and lots that I had never seen before. For the foreseeable future maybe see how you do with just a bit of snow and some skiing adventures, but mostly stay south and in the sun belt...maybe down in Mexico along the Pacific coast?

@thomasdavis9438 8 месяцев назад

Have you ever traveled through New Mexico during the holidays? It’s a beautiful place to visit in the late fall through the holidays.

@paulhutcheson2947 8 месяцев назад

How wonderful to see you back in your van. I loved your European tour, especially the Czech Republic. Where to go now? The west coast of BC during storm season is great. For something quieter you're welcome to boondock on my property on a Gulf Island, due north of San Juan, WA.

@antonsamanthastrong7480 8 месяцев назад

Come back to Canada! You guys *majorly* missed out because of the wildfires. British Columbia is beautiful, and you guys would love Vancouver Island!

@jetstream57 8 месяцев назад

You both look so wonderfully happy. 😊 Glad to see you both back safely. ❤

@mikepetet111 8 месяцев назад

You guys are great. Seriously, you guys can go anywhere. Your positive attitude and vibe is contagious. You guys are so respectful and polite. Just be safe and enjoy your time and life and keep smiling. Idaho is not a bad place to visit.

@2doxies4kk 8 месяцев назад

You two are just the epitome of cuteness!!!!!!❤😊

@marshallbowen8693 8 месяцев назад

Try Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland in the summer. You could see all three in two months as well as enjoy the ferries to Newfoundland.

@anneparisi1828 8 месяцев назад

Hey welcome back you 2. Such a fantastic few months traveling in new places. What great memories 💞👍

@mikeanderson6522 8 месяцев назад

Glad you are safely home. It would be fun for you to pick an area and ask viewers for ideas . Like cool spots only locals know. Maybe do a live feed to focus your options. Viewers like to be involved. But be safe. 😅😅😊

@elainelazzaro5577 8 месяцев назад

Welcome home! There is so much to see in that area: Capitol Reef, Arches, Moab, Bryce, Canyonlands. Incredible hiking and scenery. I'll add Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument to the list. Have a ball! We spent three weeks there and still didn't see everything we wished to see.

@michelle_nolan 8 месяцев назад

I’d love to see more of a personal challenge like you did with the budget. Somehow challenging yourself - professionally, personally, social, fears, etc. Almost like make a vision board of challenges and see what you could do.

@colleenwhite353 8 месяцев назад

I think travelling through BC to Alaska would be fun to watch.

@Semto1 8 месяцев назад

I ´m glad that you are happy and safe at home :) Greetings from Czech republic

@alaskanight940 8 месяцев назад

Thanks! Welcome home Pancakers! 😊🇺🇸

@JimmyandNatalie 8 месяцев назад

Thank you!!! 😊 We’re so excited to be back!

@ejgottl 8 месяцев назад

what to do: Try some new outdoorsy/dirtbaggy sports; whatever appeals to you. Paragliding, rock climbing, canyoneering, mountain biking, kayaking, rafting, surfing, skiing, longer overnight hikes, sailing, etc.... Most of that is pretty synergistic with both youtube and living in a van. Didn't you already threaten once to try paragliding in Interlaken? There are plenty of places where you can do the same in the US. Including in Utah, assuming you are still there.

@sarahglewwe4997 8 месяцев назад

North Idaho in the fall is beautiful ❤️ especially Sandpoint.

@justlookin3 8 месяцев назад

I hope you’re going to see Cory sometime. He could really use a boost in viewers ! And it would be a fun reunion!

@GreggyinAz 8 месяцев назад

If you get down to SE AZ (Tombstone, Bisbee) area theres lots of things to see and do. Bisbee is a quirky little town whos motto is "Like Mayberry but on acid" I live in Sierra vista which is between the two. If you need a place to park for a day or two I have 1/4 acre. Glad you had fun in Europe!!!

@barbsexton2003 8 месяцев назад

Welcome back, I'm glad you made it home.

@thetslabus 8 месяцев назад

I enjoyed your Eurotrip videos. Glad the van survived storage! For future western US places to visit, Lake Tahoe is gorgeous, but it may be a little late in the season for that.

@nancye2963 8 месяцев назад

Beautiful. My son and I were there last year this time. Glad you had a good time and are home safely.

@donnaniles3832 7 месяцев назад

Back in 2010 - 2013 when we were living in the rv, we kind of enjoyed the times we had no plans. We'd stay a week or even two at a location and visit a nearby town, hike, sit outside and read... We did make some plans but there was so much to see even in New Mexico, that we spent 6 months just staying at state parks and BLM lands before heading back to the Adirondacks in NY for the summer. Life is yours to choose from, enjoy 😊.

@dlbracer56 8 месяцев назад

Welcome home

@curtiss1543 8 месяцев назад

Just binged 5hrs of your videos beginning with the purchase of Pancake. I love how far y'all have come since your first build. Being Canadian, I'm happy you enjoyed your time here despite the fires. Your next trip north should include a visit to Vancouver Island. I'm sure you'd love places like Victoria, Tofino, Campbell River, etc. Keep on keepin" on. Cheers from Victoria, BC!

@michaelwarren5366 8 месяцев назад

Welcome home. With all that is going around the world today, I am happy you are safely home and ready for more adventures. Good luck. Have fun. Be safe. ❤ 😂

@mimi5117 8 месяцев назад

Welcome back ... i am enjoying all your travels. This great grandma is going blind and am almost deaf. So my traveling days are over but OH how i am enjoying traveling with you while in my arm chair. =) Thank you ... Stay safe and enjoy life =) smiles from Western Canada

@jackrolfson312 8 месяцев назад

Nice to see you guys back in The states. I thought you might like to KNOW Since you We're in Banff Alberta In the summer time. That there was a grizzly bear attack there that killed a couple And they're dog just last month. So I hope you still continue To be safe and are aware of your surroundings. Always enjoy your videos. From utah.

@Ed-R 8 месяцев назад

Hi Natalie and Jimmy. The Trio is back. Pancake must be Happy with the Syrup Change. How is the Jet lag? Hope the weather stays decent. Has the leaves started to change? Sending a 👍🏼 from Alberta, Canada.

@montyforster3370 6 месяцев назад

Glad to see you back safely. Enjoy your next adventure from Eastern Alberta

@Easternoregon1 8 месяцев назад

Come to Oregon and don't forget about Eastern Oregon. Baker City has a lot of hiking and Mountains. But the weather is starting to change and get colder 😥 on the east side.

@annchargualaf4990 8 месяцев назад

hi Jimmy&Natalie I enjoyed your videos on your backpacking thank you for taking me on the trip its amazing nice to see you guys back in the US safe travel with pancake take care love you guys

@philvale5724 8 месяцев назад

Hi 👋, Jimmy and Natalie , glad you made it back safely and all is well, Thank you for sharing your amazing experience throughout Europe, as for your water heater you might have a airlock in the system, and it will be good if you turn the heater off to stop water, been heated up, probably in an air gap, and run a lot of water through it to see whether it makes a lot of difference before you put the hot water heater back on, similar sort of thing used to happen in my large caravan that I have got in my garden, you might even be able to find some answers on. Yes you’ve guessed it RU-vid, or at least about a Google it put the make a model of your water heater in to Google and see what it says about having problems with it, the other thing that might of happened you might have a hole in your pipe coming from the hot water tank heater, so if you can check your waterline pipes, good luck, see you in the not too distant future hopefully, with some amazing views, I’m stuck in my property at the moment as I do not have sufficient funds to go anywhere, I’ve been in here for nearly 4 years, all I do is to my shopping twice a month, I wander around the countryside, thank you once again for sharing your experiences, you are both amazing couple and looking after each other it’s very very good, I wish you both all that success for the future, stay safe, Phil from the moulin France

@mikemullay5622 8 месяцев назад

I would love to see you spend some time in the Pacific Northwest. The geography is very diverse, and in many places the scenery is breathtaking.

@shelleysmith3471 8 месяцев назад

Glad you made it home. Looking Forward to more videos

@ericlaird1745 8 месяцев назад

I'd be interested in your experience at the sand hills and lakes around Hurricane Utah where Matts recovery is always showing the rock crawlers. Also The ghost town mining Town of Cero Gordo California is looking interesting.

@BobBohner4851 8 месяцев назад

You two are golden. Love to watch you. You could visit Trent and Allie in Utah mountains.

@niknaiman5359 8 месяцев назад

So glad you had that experience. It is heartwarming to see how excited you were to get back to your van though. There really is something about being home. After seeing how much Natalie lit up over that beer and pretzel, it would be fun to see you guys find some festivals and/or unique restaurants here in the U.S. Of course, it's always amazing to see your hikes in the national parks. Nature just never gets old!!! No matter what your next adventure, I'll be excited to follow along!

@patti8376 8 месяцев назад

Utah was our favorite state of the 22 states we covered from March to October of this year. Hope to get back there again.

@amynelson9362 8 месяцев назад

Welcome back home you guys! Would love to hear what, if anything, you would change about your European travels. Would you consider renting a camper van there next time? As for what's next, I'd love to see some of Utah! Sounds fun! But whatever you choose will be great!!

@drewbdavis1927 8 месяцев назад

Glad to see ya home safe-n-sound! And that Pancake did so well! You'll get the W/heater issue ironed out I'm sure. Looking forward to seeing what comes next! 😀 👍

@VMJules 8 месяцев назад

I would love to see you come to east coast Canada, the Atlantic Provinces! It is really beautiful here in Nova Scotia with Peggy's Cove, and The Cabot Trail! I started following your channel when you went to Central and Western Canada, and kept watching after that. I feel like I have gotten to know both of you and I'm excited to see your videos every Monday.

@karenstefanovic4061 8 месяцев назад

I’d love to see you explore Louisiana, Alabama, Florida Keys and then in the spring, head to Newfoundland, Canada. Newfoundland has a very unique culture, beautiful coastline and plenty of boondocking and cheap camping opportunities.

@kevinstenholm40 8 месяцев назад

I recommend that you travel to Minnesota's north shore in the spring ( May or June). Beautiful scenery, lots of waterfalls, rocky shoreline of Lake Superior, great hiking trails, and lots of other things to do from Duluth to Grand Portage.

@Jillybean620 8 месяцев назад

Welcome back home to Pancake! Loved your Europe trip and looking forward to your new adventures to come.

@blazerprophet 8 месяцев назад

We're you gone? OK, just joking. Loved the Euro vids.

@candyclemens4432 8 месяцев назад

Was a fun time now you are back to your van life . Looking forward to your next steps

@raylenetatum8185 8 месяцев назад

Welcome back. Looking forward to what you two will be doing next. Take care.

@jbandy9287 8 месяцев назад

Welcome Home

@dennislautner8709 7 месяцев назад

As far as shower go, West Marine makes a 5 gallon solar heated shower for use outside. Fill it in the morning, the sun heats it while it's tied on your roof. Hint, it cools off after 2-3 hours so schedule your shower before it cools. Five gal. Should be enough for two, if not by two they are not terribly expensive. After some practice I could take a good (enough) shower with about 2 gallons. Let me know how it goes, I read your posts e everytime.

@janetcastro371 8 месяцев назад

You are both so sweet together! Enjoy love and live life to the fullest in Jesus' name!❤🙏

@therahughes1018 8 месяцев назад

I hope Europe opened your eyes to the rest of the world. Would you two think about driving down to Argentina? Have you named your van ?

@rickardee8539 7 месяцев назад

Glad to have you back in the U.S. I had a friend who backpacked Europe several years ago and paid for it by critiquing the Hostels where she stayed for a travel company.

@marykoch1666 8 месяцев назад

Welcome back!

@brlowe1 8 месяцев назад

So happy to see you guys back in the van. Cold showers are not on my wish list at all. One of these days we would love to meet up and camp a night or 2 with you in our van. We are about 75% done with our build. You should think of an Alaska trip one of these summers. For a winter trip you could go to Key West if you have not done that one yet. Welcome Home again.

@TheMikeseiler 8 месяцев назад

So glad you're back safe and sound! We loved following you on your European adventure and you gave us ideas on where to go next time we go back to Europe. We met you last year at Skooliepaloosa. Have you ever thought of traveling through the South East? Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi? We were in New Orleans a couple of months ago. There is parking in the warehouse district just off the edge of the French Quarters. (That's the area New Orleans is most famous for. ) We went to hear some great free jazz on Frenchman Street and then had just a short walk to where we parked on St Peters Street. Pro tip: park at the far end of the street because the refrigeration units on the trucks waiting to unload can get noisy at night. Skoolie' will be on January 15 to 22 in '24. Mardi Gras starts on February 9, but I suspect the Boondocking option on St Peter's St. won't be available at that time.

@NomadicHooker 8 месяцев назад

Winter is coming. I'd be going a bit South sooner than later. Go back North for the Summer and cooler weather. That's how I'd be making my travel plans, keeping the seasons in mind avoiding the cold and drastic heat.

@candybrown3785 8 месяцев назад

How funny I just stayed in a BLM campsite 9 miles from Bryce Canyon National Park for one night after visiting the park during the day. I left Montana on 10/16 where I live and did a 5 day car camping trip returning 10/20/23. Yes you heard that right 😆...a 2003 Mazda 6 with 223, 335 miles on it when I left. I drove through Yellowstone East Entrance through the South Entrance to see Jenny Lake at Teton National Park, then made my way to Utah seeing 3 National Parks Bryce, Capital Reef, and Arches. Also took the All American road byway 12 through Escalante between Bryce and Capital Reef which was about as epic as the parks. I slept in my back seat (I'm short) and had everything I needed in my trunk such as food, water, clothes, and even a Porta potty 😊. I ended up driving 1868 total miles there and back home. It was amazing. Last year in October I did the same thing in the same car except longer for 13 days and went to Idaho, Oregon, and Washington and stayed on free lands, BLM, NF, National Park, and Rest stop. I loved it ❤. Glad you had a wonderful time on your backpacking trip and got back home safely. Enjoy Utah. It was my first visit there and I certainly did.

@cristinao1574 8 месяцев назад

I enjoyed your Europe trip videos but I’m really glad you’re back in the van! Your van adventures are the best.

@harrisonchevy4452 8 месяцев назад

Welcome home kids. So glad you made it home ok and your home/van was ok except for a few minor irregularities. Take guys and go to Brice Canyon again, always beautiful. See you on next video.

@edwardleecaliforniausa 8 месяцев назад

Good morning all happy Saturday morning and I loved your vlogs and you all amazing Supporter

@jill_ontheroad 8 месяцев назад

Totally feel that “burned by the bus so I can’t fully trust the van” thing but it’s the opposite for us! 😅 Jimmy and I are also thinking of being south early next year, maybe we all can meet up again!

@johnstuart8511 8 месяцев назад

Your water story: The hot water might have a Air in the lines. Just open and close the tap when it starts to splutter. Thank you again for your tour video. Was awesome. Regards 🇿🇦.

@darlenethompson9325 8 месяцев назад

So glad you are back and with your van. Yeah, how are jimmy’s parents doing. I miss their videos.

@JeffWinter1 8 месяцев назад

There's no place like home. Glad your back safe.👍Try Vancouver Island...

@chaebaker3012 8 месяцев назад

Glad you guys are back!

@funwiththefacklers8346 8 месяцев назад

WeLcome home we are currently the campground host at the Sunset campground in Bryce canyon National Park. Stop by if you are 😂still in the area. We really enjoyed your trip in Europe. You were close to $100 a day great job , we are starting year five of full time RV. Will spend winter in AZ .

@dalenoiadventures.8056 8 месяцев назад

Definitely want to see you guys travel down the Baja peninsula

@kathleenjasa3125 8 месяцев назад

So enjoyed your trip to Europe! Thanks for taking us along! Much more fun than taking with a tour group! Hint with outside shower! I bought a fold up mat made from bamboo to place on ground and stand on. Helps with the mud situation!

@FEARNoMore 8 месяцев назад

Missed u guys, welcome back.

@FEARNoMore 8 месяцев назад

Since it's still October, are yall interested at all in seeing "haunted", creepy or places that had infamous historic murders and stuff like that?

@bootss.9642 8 месяцев назад

Welcome back home! So enjoyed watching your amazing Euro adventure going to places that never occurred to us to visit and places that we have been to during our travels. All fun to see it through your eyes. So glad that Pancake is safe and hope you get the hot water situation figured out quickly. Had a good laugh over the syrup change. lol Utah is so gorgeous from north to south and everywhere in between. The north section of the Grand Canyon is stunning from the Utah side. We explored the canyonlands years ago but the one we missed was Dinosaur National Park. Wherever you guys decide to roam we will be eager to watch what you share in your fantastic videos. Thank you for all the work that goes into making them.

@janeYS 8 месяцев назад

great to see you back in your van/home. i enjoyed your european adventures! my husband is newly retired (i retired early) and one intriguing idea we are kicking around is working summer gigs at national parks. not sure what kind of content you can create doing that but it's a fun idea. we are just about to start our van life so we're going to first travel all over US and Canada. hope to see you on the road!

@melissahoffman4687 7 месяцев назад

Welcome back! What you can do is visit places in the USA you have not been to yet.

@lilivicordero8077 8 месяцев назад

Welcome home..glad you're back❤❤

@Badgeweefixstuff 8 месяцев назад

I got to remember that one. “I am kinda cleaner “ good one kiddo. 😅🛠️🇨🇦🛠️🇨🇦

@ourv9603 8 месяцев назад

FYI-Solar panels do not require SUNSHINE to charge. SUNLIGHT will suffice. Nomadic Fanatic found one night when he parked in a Walmart lot under some bright LED lot lights he was getting 78% charge rate. !

@Adam_Gray 8 месяцев назад

Welcome back to 🇺🇸 from your Euro Trek! I actually thought about you guys as I just completed my tour of the Blue Ridge Parkway (Started in Asheville, NC) all the up to Royal, Va in the Shenandoah National Park. The mountains were so refreshing and soul cleansing - what a breath of fall fresh air! Safe travels guys! C-yaaa!

@taco-lover 8 месяцев назад

Welcome back, because there is no place like home!

@deborahashaw6044 8 месяцев назад

Glad you made it back safely & had a great time!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

@zeesoutdoorsadventures 8 месяцев назад

Glad u two are back safe.Happy travels .

@johnthorpe6333 8 месяцев назад

Great to see you home and recharging from your travel. Idea's for some videos. Did you bypass things or places in the area. A hike you didn't get to do. Water lines.Also check the in line filters at the spray head. Yes it may just be air in the lines. Is something pressing on the hot water line or the feed line to it.