Goodbye 2022 - VanLife How Much Money? 

I was fortunate to meet Brian in January of this year (2022) at a meetup in Quartzsite. What you see here, on this channel, with this video and the others on his channel, is the same humble, kind, giving human being that I and others met and got to know better over those few days.What you see in Brian's videos, is real. It was an honour for me to meet him. To Brain, Kelly, and to all the good people who follow your adventures, I wish you a wonderful and peaceful 2023!

Your camping fee total is a testament to your knowledge and patience living on the road. Happy New Year.

I can’t imagine anyone being negative toward you and your lifestyle. Happy new year

F* the haters. It's usually jealousy and fear on their part. You have your priorities in order. You are a positive force for good. Keep learning, growing, and loving. Thank you for being so open with us. HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! 🎊🌈

I really respect your transparency, honesty, and humbleness. You haven’t changed these qualities other than being more peaceful and content. I always love seeing your uploads, knowing you are out there safe and living life well. Happy new 2023 Brian and Kelly!

I cannot believe this guy has less than 100k followers! He has great content and he takes the time to make his videos very professional. He goes from build out to cooking to travel to work to adventure, all seamlessly. Thanks Brian, for having such a wonderful channel.

You are such a great example! Everyone needs to find their own life and live it! Happy New Year! Away we go!

I'm sorry people are mean to you. You seem like a good person. I wouldn't mind living that life.

I don't understand negative comments. If you don't have something good to say don't say anything. Plus if someone doesn't like what they are watching just turn it off. You live for you and enjoy yourself. Thanks for sharing.

Brian, ignore the negative comments. I so enjoy watching you, you are so real and authentic. I so appreciate you sharing, I hope our paths cross someday. Happy New Year! May 2023 bring you only the best of everything!

I've been following your channel for a long time. Before I retired, I watched your updates during my work breaks. Although I don't live your lifestyle, it is fun to live it briefly and vicariously through your channel. It is also comforting to know that if my life went to shit, I could carry on. Thank you.

Of all the RU-vid channels I’ve subscribed to, you are in the top 3. I love your non-glamorized view of this lifestyle. And I love your joy in the life you are living. Thank you, Brian, and happy New Year!

Hi Brian, I'm so sorry there are people who treat you so badly. You are such a kind, respectful person and it's hard to understand you being treated that way. I really value you and your videos... if I can't be free to live as you do, at least I can enjoy watching you do it. Wishing you only the best for 2023.

My husband and I full-timed for 12 years. After my he died in 2015 started traveling alone and but now at 79 due to some health issues I've had to get an apartment but still travel for 6 months out of the year. Full-time travel is the best life for me. Cheapest way to live and wonderful friends to make. Not everyone understands how great it is, but my Mama used to say if everyone liked the same thing they wouldn't be enough to go around.

You are the most well spoken , gentle man I have ever listened to on a video . I have never heard you speak badly about anyone or use a cuss word . It’s a pleasure to listen to you Thank you! I hope you have a safe, happy and wonderful “2023” 👍 .

Widely considered among the most authentic vanlife channels. Never judges, never preaches, never exploits. Brian just documents his life and thoughts, and that’s more than enough. I think I’ve watched every episode. ✌️

I haven't had rent or mortgage since 1996 but the property tax in Oregon is rediculous. Don't forget property tax.

Don't let the nasty people get you down. You are living your life. Those nasty people are everywhere. People like you are the WINNERS. Thank you for being you.

My problem with van life is I couldn't sleep I wouldn't feel safe but I love everything else

LOVE love all your videos! Please keep up the great work!

Thanks for this thoughtful video. A few years back, I had a small RU-vid channel where I provided useful information and reviews. I never monetized it, and my motives were to be helpful to others. Most of the comments were very positive, but I certainly had my share of sad humans who would criticize me on everything from my content, my video equipment, how I talked and personal attacks on how I looked. After the initial shock, I ignored the negative people and focused on the positive ones. However, it showed me how misery loves company, as most negative folks seemed to have been pretty sad and miserable individuals. I'm glad you have found a way to lead your life on your own terms. I'm retired, but I continue to try to grow every day. I part-time van dwell, mostly for fun. Life is better when you realize that you are living your goals, not someone else's.

I admire what you have accomplished in life. I also see you as someone that has overcome personal challenges and lives a good clean life doing good things for yourself and others. I would have loved to go on a caravan trip with you in Arizona but may never get out there again as I am 91. However I still live solo in my Class A Motorhome and am able to do all the necessary chores and still drive it with no problems. I thank God for each day with no illness or severe pain, and use no cane or walker. I even danced at the Rec. Bldg. New Year's Eve celebration. Love following your channel and have been watching you since the earliest days.

Articulated very well. God bless your life.

those green onions are impressive

I don't watching your videos 6 years and think I'm a retired truck driver end mill in the philippines I'm from canada but drove all over america coast-to-coast alaska most of my life and i missed you adventure and your videos and others just remind me of that when you cross state lines on some of them highways i was right there you should try that trip to alaska in your van the road goes on forever put it on your bucket list May god bless you and keep you safe bryan i'll be watching

98,000 people love you bro , how many people can say that. Maybe a 1/2 percent of negativity . The numbers say your subscribers love you bro .

I have a lot of respect for you and your words Brian. Hard to imagine you as a drug addict. I would have never thought. I congratulate you and wish you all the best for the coming new year.

Authenticity is a big part of your brand. Thanks for being real.

I’m so so sorry for all the negative comments, you don’t deserve it, I find you very honest and I enjoy seeing where you adventure too. You show a lot of beautiful scenery! Keep on truckin friend!

I don't know how best to deal with the negativity you speak of? That's a strange part of the human/tech/social media experience. I try to, in my mind, deal with trolls by telling myself that these folks are sad, or lonely, or damaged in some way. There's always a story (we all have a story) and I shouldn't be angry. I've been following you from the beginning (I miss the Dodge van) and would have to say that your introspection seems to have had a very positive affect...It shows. I've always tried to see the beauty the world has offered us and even when I'm not having the greatest day, I can find joy in knowing somewhere someone is. Keep up the great lifestyle and I wish you all the best in 2023.

You're so genuine, Brian! I love your non-judgmental, gentle and practical approach. Thanks for this recap, and wishing you a wonderful new year!

Yo Brian, Ive been following you for about 7 yrs now, Thanks for sharing that you are a recovering drug addict....I didnt know that.

Brian, you were one of the first channels I subscribed to when researching how to get into my van. Right away I recognized your sincerity and I found a lot of info that was useful. 3 years into it, I wouldn't go back! Like you, this lifestyle is amazing for me. Thanks for carrying on with your positivity and truth. ♥️ here's to 2023!! 🎉

Great recap Brian! I have to laugh, I thought I was the only nomad who drives so little each year.... In 2021 I only drove 7,230 miles and probably only about 6k miles in 2022. My best to you and Kelly for a tremendous, adventurous 2023 🥳🥳🌞🥳🥳

You need to let the folks know how good you are getting w/your carving, the guitar, building the camper and so much more.

I wish I knew more people like you. Day by day brother. Cheers to you

For some of the same reasons I lived in and drove 18 wheelers coast to coast for 20 years. Saved money, got sober, invested in some property, now I don't have to do a d**m thing.

Hi Brian Happy New year man hope you and Kelly have a great 2023 ahead and also hope you both have more content together

Happy New year Brian. You have no haters Brian. Only those that can't allow themselves to compliment & encourage others. It's an illness.

Thanks for the video, Brian. You're so REAL and down to earth, that's what I like best about this channel. Dealing with the trolls would be hard but thankfully I think you mostly have a great community of viewers that mirror your easy going nature. Thanks for the breakdown on finances, that's something that I always wondered about. Would you consider doing a video on your job with RU-vid? Are you able to write off some of your expenses? How do you get paid? That kind of stuff...Speaking of RU-vid, you are coming up on 100k subscribers! You should hit that in 2023! 🤞Happy New Year to you and Kelly. Looking forward to your future adventures! Take care, Tiff ✌️

My cost of living is terrifying this year as we tried to figure out what worked and what we needed in the van. My plans for 2023 are to curb a lot of the extra spending & just focus on budgeting. I’d love to someday leave my digital nomad job & just work the seasonal jobs with my husband. I’ve always admired your frugalness along the way. It helps! Happy new year, Brian!

Been watching you for many years now, glad when you pop up on the home page. Hope you are well!

I'm living in a van now . But here in Florida it's not that easy ! There's not allott of free camping !

How can anyone say anything mean to you when you are such a humble human being. Thankyou!

You rock kid. I have been following you for years. Stay strong, and keep sharing and educating. Thank you!

Thank you.

Thanks for the review, I admire your simple life, am always glad to hear about Kelly (ad sometimes see her). Have another wonderful lap around the USA

Thanks for allowing me to live vicariously through your videos from my recliner in Arizona. 🙂

Great seeing you Brian! Lots of Blessings to you in 2023!

The ones saying negative things, have no ideal what they are talking about and maybe jealous or afraid of trying it their self. I’m part time , van life , thinking about going full time , I enjoy life better traveling, when I am staying in my apt, my life is boring and not much exercise. Personally for me living alone in sticks and bricks is just existing, not living. Safe travels 🤗💕Happy New Year, love watching your videos😊

Brian, Thank you for taking the time to put this video together. I have only been a subscriber for short period but enjoy watching all of your videos. What drew me to your videos is how you are just being you. I enjoy how you talk to the camera, explaining the different things you do and your experiences. Please continue being your humble, honest, and caring self and the subscribers will follow. Respectfully and sincerely, Brian (too) :)

Had my one-year anniversary on the road at Thanksgiving. This lifestyle allowed me to retire early and have a grand adventure at the same time. My idea of a grand adventure is a simple life living in some of the most beautiful places in the country at the very best time of year for free. Places I could never afford to build a house to live. I can relate to your laid-back boondocking style, thanks for taking the time to put out these videos!

Brian, I’ve been a subscriber to your channel since your San Diego days. I’ve always enjoyed your uploads and have looked forward to them each week. You’ve built a wonderful life for yourself. Have a wonderful new year.

Great video. This is all possible, as Brian describes. I've moved from "van life" to a slow world traveler. Whether you dream of living and traveling in a van, or traveling the world. It's all possible. It can be done for under $1200. a month, in my own experience. 76 years old and life is still an "Adventure".

Very well said. Thanks so much for sharing. By far my favorite RU-vidr!

Thanks for sharing...very valuable information. Love your videos.

You have the best mobile living channel ever. I love your work.

What a great video, thanks you! I hope 2023 is a great year for you and Kelly.

your best video ever

I've appreciate how you have grown and developed your living needs as you grew in van life to fit your needs.

Brian, congrats on all these successful years living as a nomad, yet doing it with humility and grace. I have always enjoyed your adventures, your courage and your honesty. Seeing you and Kelly connecting over time has been fantastic as well. You have become very good at these videos (the clarity of the picture on this one is noticeable--new cam?) and I look forward to each of them. You have enriched my life, and I am grateful. I wish you a very Happy New Year and another year of joy, love, and great adventures! Thank you, Brian, and travel safe always!

Even if you were just floating around and didn't have any goal that's your choice and your right and people need to understand that. I don't live for you I live for me. I'm gonna go get in my van now and go float around and I'll be happy as hell.

Yay! Happiest of New Years to ya!!

Wishibg you a great year!

Thank you so much for sharing and congratulations on finding what makes you happy.

That was about as honest of an assessment of your life that I've seen. I hope you have a great new year and look forward to seeing where life takes you in 2023...

Happy New Year!🙏

Happy New Year!🎊 🎉

Never listen to the haters. I enjoy what you do. You have made a difference in my life. Peace from kenny the bus guy.

Just discovered you today. Watched 2 vids and I admire your guts, your honesty and mostly I like your desire to offer your way of life as an alternative to the rat race that most of us are trapped in. I'm 62, thinking a lot about a simpler existence. One that costs much less and yet affords greater value. Many of us have been sucked in to the "more stuff" mentality. More stuff just means more to store and care for, more to be responsible for and less time to really live. Thank you for sharing some tremendous insights. Be well, Friend.

Happy New Year Brian & Kellie

Happy New Year Brian!

HAPPY NEW YEAR BRIAN! Looking forward to another year of you sharing your life experiences with us!

Brian, I respect your honesty about your past life challenges. I have been following your channel for several years now, and felt I needed to let you know that I admire the way you carry yourself and I enjoy the videos you make. I hope one day to meet you and share a campfire. Take care, Rob

Happy New Year Brian!!!

I've followed you for years Brian and I have great respect for how you live your life. I also appreciate how articulate and honest you are in sharing things with us. I understand how being on your own in nature serves you. You have found a lifestyle that works for you. I'm sorry you have to contend with negativity. You honestly deserve nothing but respect for how you live the life you've chosen. Thanks for sharing it all with us.

You are amazing HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

Thanks for the update!

Happy new year Brian.

Happy New Year 🎈Your the best and we love ya 💕

Good for you man, love your channel.

Happy New Year! Thank you for all the videos you make.

Awesome recap. Love your channel. GL for 2023!

Right on! Keep on doing what you do!

Terrific video, Brian! Thank you for sharing.

Great milage! Happy New year All the best

thank you for your content and honesty. sending positive support ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ :)

This is one of those videos that you wish you could thumbs up 100 times !

God bless you, Brian 🙏

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year ! Thanks for sharing your your adventures 👍

Excellent presentation! A+ for sure. Loved it!

Happy New Year to you!

Hey, Happy New Year. I appreciate you bud. Keep up the great videos.

Happy new year to you too Brian

LOL. "What keeps you motivated to live" and "do you have any direction in life"... What a-holes ask these kinds of questions? Some people can't stand seeing others being free and happy so these questions are designed to hurt. I'm not motivated to live, I just live. I haven't actively directed myself in any one direction since I'm already on a path to raise my family. I have it all. Beautiful wife, 3 sons, good paying job, huge house, health... So what? I'm likely not half as free/happy as Brian here. I can only dream of the day where I'm free from my obligations and responsibilities to pursue what makes me happy. What people are forgetting is that we need adventures in life instead of the same ol same ol day in day out... Brain, if you are ever in the Seattle area, please let me buy you a pint and feel free to use my driveway. :)

Happy New Year.✌❤& Freedom.👍.

Thank you Brian. And happy new year.

Hey man, as a fellow Bryan, someone just getting into this way of living (on and off for the last year, hoping to hit the road full time in March/April), and a recovering alcoholic, thank you for taking the time to make this video. It is truly appreciated. Inspiring to hear the success stories of others who’ve been at it for an extended time and also super informative. Can be daunting financially jumping into the unknown, but your story gives me a lot of confidence in making the right decision. Thanks for for being vulnerable and having the courage to be open and honest. And thanks for all you do my friend, I appreciate you!

Thank you for another heart-felt video. I appreciate your channel because it's about living a full human experience with integrity and honesty, versus simply being a "van life influencer." Health and safe travels in 2023!

Wishing you the best adventures and happiness in 2023 Brian!