Revealing Our Land Price, Cult Rumors, Scrapping the Bus? // Costa Rica Q&A

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@ingvar1996 14 дней назад

Mini interviews with other residents would be interesting!

@luna_raven681 14 дней назад

I love that you love the community, but just bear in mind that everyone is different. As an introvert what you see as not natural is heaven to me. Give me my walls 😂

@vero3878 13 дней назад

I was thinking the exact same! This type of community living is my worst nightmare 😅 I was thriving during the pandemic. Nowhere to go, no one to meet, it was great! 🤣

@cammymaya3516 13 дней назад

I wonder how their child will turn out because my parents were huge extroverts and I’m a massive introvert and it always made me uncomfortable having people around all the time and no space/time to just be alone.

@gingerbread18 12 дней назад

@@cammymaya3516!!! Such an interesting topic I’d love to hear their take on

@sandrawhite3188 14 дней назад

Tonight has been kinging it kara and nate and now u guys ...love it just need emman and bec xxx

@kikatatata 14 дней назад

Same ☺️

@cherylbursa2573 14 дней назад

So true!!!

@j.mancilla8339 14 дней назад

Same!

@redgarcia1427 14 дней назад

I know, right!! 😂✌

@Shibalvr 14 дней назад

On IG Aimee visited Eamon and Bec and Frankie!

@AdventureHunter. 14 дней назад

Okay so I am totally with Louis on the bus having such an incredible story and being such a powerful memory bonding item for himself and Raya. Howeverrrr you could build a more useable bedroom spaces (yes boring box but yay decorating and design!), and build the bus out to be an inspiring editing suite/creative space. Still keep the front playable for the kids, deck for yoga/chilling, and inside the back more open for brainstorming/recording/editing/art. MUCH easier to build out, still honors the heart of the bus. Just a thought 😉

@jackeppington6488 13 дней назад

Just do a version of Live The Adventure and you'll be fine.

@emilyferns9327 12 дней назад

This! Let it be Louis’ man cave!

@jamisongee3324 12 дней назад

I'm an Aussie woman, 70 years of age, and have watched you since the beginning. How exciting and real your lives are. You aren't wasting this precious gift of life and I think your little Neo will have a great life because of your choices. Take care. I love my holidays in England too.

@hollypietrobono1676 14 дней назад

I am shocked at how expensive it is. Wow!

@wishlock5695 13 дней назад

Guys please dont think of this first house as your temp house. The main house is realistically 10 years away considering how long it has taken to even start with the initial plans . If you keep thinking of the first house as a temp place you will make some decisions that you wouldnt consider otherwise.

@SC-uf5bc 14 дней назад

Let the bus goooooooo Louis 😂

@larsstougaard7097 14 дней назад

Don't worry " Revenge of the ants / termites 2024" will come on youtube around Christmas 😅🐜

@renealbrechtsen9743 13 дней назад

@@larsstougaard7097 next time the bus will be entirely covered 😂

@kevenG35 13 дней назад

I pick my phone to comment the same thing😂😂😂 Let it go - its a health hazard.

@Ruslan_davudov_photography 13 дней назад

Or You get over it. It's one if his passion and project...if he enjoys doing it, then he should go for it😊

@ck121395 14 дней назад

No specific home school advise, just a great quote- “Don’t let school get in the way of an education.” A friend and her husband went to a talk by a National Geographic photographer who took her children on shoots around the world. When the speaker said that, my friend really connected with the sentiment.

@kristensaenz6421 14 дней назад

Oh well I will watch you renovate the bus, but I still think it is not a good idea. It would be better to build bedrooms with big windows and patios/decks to open into nature off the kitchen, living room. The bus is so confining and hot. You will have to air condition it for sure. I enjoy your building either way.❤ My husband is from Costa Rica 🇨🇷 and says everything is so much more expensive than the US. He only goes back to visit his family.

@iiiiiiiiiiii90000000 14 дней назад

I agree. If they want people to pay money to stay there and not leave bad reviews, as cool as the bus idea is in theory, it's not gonna work. If I were staying in Costa Rica I'd prefer a house with normal bedrooms with windows to the beautiful views outside.

@paigesofmakeup8573 13 дней назад

I agree. Build a separate bedroom for you and your partner and a second bedroom for the kids. I know there’s this need for whimsy and adventure but there’s also a need for roots and structure for your family.

@samkurz 14 дней назад

very expensive for land in CR.

@adventureswithmadison 7 дней назад

I feel like land in the US is cheaper than that (to an extent) so I was extremely shocked. They say they are paying for the infustructure and maybe if they'd bought land later down the road they'd have gotten land cheaper... dude that would make me so mad. 😅

@alicalavera 6 дней назад

Well white people coming here and buying our land is what has made the prices so high and made it impossible for us the locals to buy land

@melirioscr 14 дней назад

I am from Costa Rica living in New York, and what I miss the most from my beautiful country is the community. This isn’t weird, in CR even if you don’t live in a closed community, you know all the neighbors. We are there to help each other, we go to each other’s homes and have coffee together. This is our culture and it’s lovely. I’d love to live in Alegría, just because there are so many other cultures just like in NYC. As well I don’t see it cultish, I see a community who loves nature a pachamama community.

@ddenice963 14 дней назад

It’s really no different than my street, our houses are so close you can spit on your neighbors doorstep. We All know each other and help each other. If you think about it most people are in some type of community even the homesteaders.

@melirioscr 13 дней назад

Totally agree!

@claravonessen5673 14 дней назад

Loved this Q&A. The jungle diaries have been so amazing. But I can not wait to see you back in the US and UK. Go on and enjoy life, we are here for you! Also, can't wait to see you reuniting with Cali, miss her so much!

@palpandi3165 12 дней назад

Honestly, Louis, just do whatever you want. You are right, if life would always be about what is the most practical solution, it would be boring. To me it sounds super fun to grow up in a place with different “theme areas” like a tree house, a school bus, etc. 😊

@BathtubLovingGuy 11 дней назад

Well said! This is all about their life and what they want for their children. All we should do is just enjoy the ride and support their decisions. I would have loved growing up like this. Neo is one lucky kid. 😊

@alyp4650 14 дней назад

I love Louis passion for the bus!

@bsale2024 14 дней назад

Great Q&A! Can’t wait to see your reunion with Cali when you return to the UK. She will be so happy to see you. ❤

@RayaandLouis 14 дней назад

We can’t wait either!!

@ravinstates8055 14 дней назад

I absolutely loved this Q&A! Can’t wait to see the vlogs when you’re back in Brighton ❤

@domzjb5053 14 дней назад

Just start building your main house. I know you love that bus, but guys just focus on the house. That bus build can come after

@user-cf8sn3nv5b 14 дней назад

Agreed

@RayaandLouis 14 дней назад

We definitely can’t afford our main house yet 🙈

@gingerlygirl8415 14 дней назад

The bus will be faster and the house takes longer and the bus needs lived in to survive, and not to mention they just paid $250,000 for the lot. They are doing the right thing, there are so many reasons to make the bus build happen first.

@jonesnbones 14 дней назад

@@RayaandLouisYou're for real homesteading? No fancy architect, contractor and building crew hired behind the green screen and sound effects? 😂❤️

@A.D.L.8 13 дней назад

Yes agree build ur house

@evebarabe 13 дней назад

Loved the Q&A. Thanks for the transparency. Really appreciate it. Hi from Quebec, Canada! 🤩

@-i.cats- 14 дней назад

Great Q&A love how genuine you both are!! 💖💖

@joycady8325 13 дней назад

Great Q & A guys! You have a great life and can experience the beauty and community in Costa Rica as well as the UK with family and dear friends. It doesn't get better than that. Thanks for the update and safe travels back to the UK.

@annbartig3990 14 дней назад

I'm so happy for you and your little family! You definitely will have the best of both worlds...loads of adventures to come😍

@tammaralongman6791 13 дней назад

I love this place you call home. It's part of your adventures of life with family, friends, and love ❤️

@michelewood3389 12 дней назад

I’ve loved watching your jungle diaries!!! I love your love for life and openness. Your joy for life resonates with me so much!!

@meganbettag3053 10 дней назад

This is a beautiful update. I enjoy hearing about your plans and I wish you the best of luck in all your adventures!!

@NadiaTravelsWorldwide 14 дней назад

Loved this video, felt so much closer to you in this one! Thank you guys, sending you love from Sofia,Bulgaria :)

@jessicafox5629 10 дней назад

It's so true, I grew up in a community where all the neighbor kids played, and everyone's door was open. My kids got a glimpse of that, and today, my kids live in trailers on our property. So we have a family compound and I love it. There is something to be said about knowing your neighbor and being comfortable with them. Lived next to ours for 46 plus years

@marieneu264 14 дней назад

This was a great video. Thanks for sharing!!!

@GrammelVideo 13 дней назад

Nice work guys, great session, good luck with everything

@mamarlucidity 14 дней назад

I've lived in the desert for the last 4 years, and moved from my hometown that was a small beach town with my lil family. Since going back every year to visit, i have so much appreciation for parts of both. Excited for your journey to continue to support you in so many ways ❤

@memetastic01 14 дней назад

Good to hear yall are planning on a bigger main house down the line! That makes me feel better about your design idea for the bus house.

@louisebourne5779 14 дней назад

Hi Raya and Louis, great Q&A about your plans in Costa Rica I have really enjoyed watching your time spent there and I am looking forward to the bus build and working on your lot. Love to you both xxx

@lisarapuano2426 13 дней назад

I have faith in your vision for the bus Louis! Cant wait to see your upcoming adventures ❤

@andreaewert7204 14 дней назад

Thanks for a wonderful Q&A video! ❤❤❤

@Sgrand34 14 дней назад

I loved this video it was beautiful. I love the community you are in .

@rawlyroo5975 13 дней назад

Love you guys always excited when you share your experience and dreams . So thankful for the time and effort you invest in your vlogs ❤

@mynwlife 14 дней назад

This was a lovely Q&A. Can’t wait to see your content from the UK. My husband and I enjoy these moments and look forward to your videos every week. :)

@hannahlowe3344 13 дней назад

Im so excited to see the end result of what you do with your land !! 🎉

@pemghustlewomanlife6425 12 дней назад

Wish you all the best! Life is about the lessons that we learn. Amd as we continue to grow the experiences are all about the lessons. Always be cautious and not anxious. Follow your instincts, and if there is one hint of uncertainty, stop and rethink your plans. Congratulations to moving forward❤

@illuminedelusion 14 дней назад

You two are such an inspiration to me. I feel privileged to be able to follow your journey as I do. You are definitely front runners eking out the new ways for others to follow. Thank you for sharing!

@monikajane 13 дней назад

Good luck with everything🍀

@highmountainmama8020 8 дней назад

I know you've said you are before, but if anyone can grow at the minimum 25% of their own food, the amount of pressure that would take off the worlds supply chain would be amazing. Excited to see what you all do with creating your new home and developing your land. 💜

@queenbeesing7344 13 дней назад

thanks for being real, a very refreshing Q&A.

@user-by7hk8nz8z 11 дней назад

I really adore you both!! You are so wholesome and that makes me happy!!

@WinstonGarland9 11 дней назад

Beautiful hearts thank you for shining your light !

@pamclark4899 14 дней назад

I think it’s really sad that anybody has any negative comments about your life and your lifestyle. It is amazing coming from a very traditional upbringing following the path that you were supposed to follow to see you guys so free and see how much time you get to spend with neo is just amazing you guys keep doing you.❤❤

@PassiveAgressive319 13 дней назад

Oh man, you should have seen them….people lost their minds

@marugamas4853 13 дней назад

Watching your guys videos, makes me smile 😊

@Juliaa-breathe 6 дней назад

It has been so beautiful and inspiring to watch your life in costa rica! can't wait to see more and in the meantime of course will stay tuned for your life in the UK too

@judithsimoni357 13 дней назад

You both are delightfully adorable!! I thoroughly enjoy watching every vlog!!! I am an 80 year old great grandmother. Love Neo and your interactions with him.

@RayaandLouis 13 дней назад

Ahh thank you so much! ❤️

@DrejcD 13 дней назад

Very fun Q&A. Love it.✌️

@firespacecostarica9303 13 дней назад

250K for 3000m² ?!😲 for that money you could have get a place close to the beach. We spend about 100k for something 3times the size of your property and we're on the beach. Hope it pays out for you.

@kelliepineda9822 14 дней назад

I love watching your videos n seeing you guys n neo you all are such beautiful people

@celimarbalasquides665 13 дней назад

Love the passion about the bus! Can’t wait to see it all. Also this is my favorite video of you’ll! This made me love you guys even more 💕 hope the best for you both always. Great to see your big hearts 💞

@RayaandLouis 13 дней назад

Thank you!! ❤️

@bethansfaerytale 4 дня назад

I got really ill when visiting Costa Rica in 2022 and the healthcare was amazing, I was really well looked after!

@-i.cats- 14 дней назад

Love your videos!!

@darbymorganrae7346 5 дней назад

I was homeschooled from 6-11 grade. I graduated a year early. I found that it was an amazing experience and my mom says it's easier than you would think! I loved it and you can still spend time with other kids, other classes, and even events that children can meet each other. It was a wonderful experience. Definitely look into it more but I am glad I had that experience

@chelsealanham 12 дней назад

I just want to say that i’m super proud of you guys for keeping it so real… especially with the cost of things and how much you actually paid. It really does help paint the bigger picture when you’re on the other end and only seeing it all through videos. Major kudos for that. It honestly helps your viewers appreciate your videos that much more 💕🥰 Also the fact that you’re a family, with a little one, still going out and doing things that you loved before you even became parents…. that’s just lovely. It’s so much more real and honest and it honestly makes us parents watching realize that we didn’t need to stop doing the things we loved just because we’ve got kiddos. Losing yourself in parenthood is such a raw thing and it’s not talked about enough. So thank you for that little bit of encouragement

@linasua 14 дней назад

I can't wait to see Louis restoring the bus

@jennymichelle81 13 дней назад

I'm here for the adventure ..no matter where you are xx

@beverlypoirier705 13 дней назад

Great video guys, no matter what you do or where you choose to build I wish you both a long healthy life. God bless you both. Good luck! ❤ you guys...stay safe 🙏

@Andydrea1 11 дней назад

I love watching this journey with you guys, it really inspires me to hopefully be able to live in nature in the future

@karenrn5607 13 дней назад

Love you three!!! ❤

@HeKatesCrossing 2 дня назад

Love watching your videos and love your journey .. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and ideas with your path taking ... So beautiful family ... Hugs

@emmabful 13 дней назад

Looking forward to the next chapter of the bus / home build

@lindafett1826 13 дней назад

Louis😊can't wait to see your vision for the bus come a reality

@maryantosz6195 10 дней назад

Awesome video ❤

@pamelataylor412 14 дней назад

I, for one, love both jungle videos and UK videos equally! The star of the show is always Neo so it doesn’t matter where that little angel is, I’ll keep watching❤❣️

@hannahelisemiller7350 12 дней назад

I have been following from the beginning and this is by far my favorite episode. The honesty and happiness shows through. Thank you for sharing. ❤

@henryorea888 14 дней назад

Hey Raya and Louis! Gracias for uploading. I feel so much inspired, now. 😊😎 I’m also really looking forward to your upcoming videos from the UK 🇬🇧. Hopefully, in the next year, I can have a vacation in 🇬🇧 somewhere. Keep up the great content! Saludos! Happy Travels! 😉😎✌️✈️

@prettyboring78 13 дней назад

awesome vid, thanks guys.. I'd be a patron if i had spare money.. so thanks for these vids.. You guys are living the life that I might have, had things turned out differently for me, so i love watching it.. All the best & safe travels back to the UK. xx

@tineshavaerua3188 12 дней назад

So many questions about the bus. But I'm so happy your going to keep it and revamp it for the future. Eventually it'll be a cool hang out for your future kids and their friends. I wish I had a cool hang out like that.

@Jane_sian 12 дней назад

Don't give up on natural materials for building!! I live in Costa Rica and my house is in bamboo and the walls are wattle and daub. Bamboo is amazing if treating well. And earthen walls are breathable. Concrete keep house's humidity much more from what if seen if you don't use AC. You need to protect from sun and rain and of course good air flow. If you respect these 3 things you can build in natural materials that's are way more healthy and much more beautiful!! I will build on stilts the next one the prevent the humidity from the ground and also minimize insects and animals to come in. Metal structures are a good idea too all the structural stuff in galvanized and you can build around it in wood or bamboo as well.

@julieblackburn1535 12 дней назад

It's lovely to see you so happy. Raya's hair looks fab at the moment. Looking forward to future content.

@donnamaree2311 13 дней назад

Community living is going to be the way of the future, loved this series, lots love from Australia 🦘🌏

@redgarcia1427 14 дней назад

Y'all will do it right! I know y'all will make the right choices!✌🙏

@kathyc6698 13 дней назад

Your community sounds amazing……I agree life is suppose to be like this…..I remember 60 yrs ago living in a subdivision that WAS similar to this. But I think this is amazing for you and BTW you two are amazing parents!enjoy life…. And thank you for sharing it with us.

@KFresh 11 дней назад

I started watching you guys in 2016, right before I moved across the country to New York City to try something new. I have followed your journey since then; and now, as I watch this video... I just moved back to Alabama for the very exact reasons you guys mentioned - community, friendship, and just being around people. I absolutely love Raya's view of success 😊 thank you for not settling for what the western world considers "normal," and I can't wait for the UK vlogs!

@Bethg0wland 13 дней назад

My cousin spent a year in Costa Rica researching and studying the monkeys and their habits, movements etc. I’ve always been so jealous, it looks like a gorgeous place. Such an exciting place to bring up kids in nature, neo is so lucky!

@ash.lynn17 13 дней назад

My daughter and I are finishing up grade 4 next week. It was our second school year homeschooling and I have to say that it is way less overwhelming than it seems at first. The first year was harder than the second because I was learning my daughters learning style. Once I figured it out, it's been a breeze. I am planning on switching to a more balance calendar as opposed to a school year with a long summer break though. We really need more breaks throughout the year.

@Meditations_with_Ilze 10 дней назад

💚💚💚💚💚 Thank you for sharing all this. Love your energy 🤗 Have a safe travel back to UK!

@LyshaStanford 12 дней назад

I loved this video so much. I feel like we saw a whole different side of Louis.

@AdventureFamilyGuideToLife 14 дней назад

We love your videos! We are homeschooling/worldschooling our 7 year old! I also never thought I would consider that, but it is amazing so far. And gives you so much flexibility.❤

@laurawestenra 12 дней назад

I just saw Diplo's jungle house tour over on Architectural Digest, and it was gorgeous. Wall to wall windows galore. It's all poured concrete but looks natural, organic and airy and beautifully integrated with the landscape. It's worth checking out.

@trishrobins5144 14 дней назад

I love what you are both doing as a family, very inspirational. I remember Louis when you came here to New Zealand to visit that close friend of yours; do you still keep in touch with he and his family?

@cherylbrunette2490 14 дней назад

Louis, I cannot wait ti see what you do with your bus. I am older and single, I would love a tiny home there. When you are back in Costa Rica, I would love you to film a tour of that place, if it is possible. I am so excited for you.

@andreasgarden4852 13 дней назад

Sending much love and prayers for your safety, and protection always…you are such. A precious family, and Neo is growing so well! As a grandmother who loves her children and grandchildren fiercely, I feel the excitement for your fun adventures…and keep you in my prayers! Hug Neo…Happy Birthday sweet boy, and hugs to Raya and Louis! ❤️🌺❤️🌺❤️🌺🙏

@supergirlnancy1 13 дней назад

Definitely look into if you can send furniture from the UK to Costa Rica might be affordable. My parents send boxes of furniture to Honduras which is Central America and the boxes are full with all kinds of things to furnish a home.

@shoresoffreedom 13 дней назад

omg i laughed so hard at "i get triggered by "settle down"" xDD THANK YOU!!! i feel exactly the same !!! what is wrong with people ??

@luisa219JB 11 дней назад

You inspire me so much! I would love to live in community as well in a village like Alegria, it's a dream now and it's because of you! Love you guys!

@minibdt 14 дней назад

Idea for the bus-house build: use the top of the bus for a really cool and unique loft

@victoriaguerin2851 14 дней назад

You might consider a trip to Africa to stay in some of the tented camps. I could really see you doing something like that, either in the short term or for visitors. I absolutely adored the ones in Kenya.

@user-jp6nn4gh4x 12 дней назад

Yes sourdough!! I’m bringing my starter I can give you some 😊

@samg388 14 дней назад

I like the bus, more power to you Louis! It is fun, if you aren't going to live in a tree house this is a little bit a fun.

@debbiecuthbert4286 11 дней назад

I totally agree this is how humans should be living. We need community and it’s definitely been lost in the western world. I would love to live somewhere like alegria. I love watching your videos and this one was extra special with so much information about how the community works 🥰

@RobynOlsen 12 дней назад

was singing the magic school bus intro this week 🤣 build that bus 🥳

@veeemit9719 12 дней назад

We have enjoyed the Jungle Diaries and the UK content ad much as your travel content.😊

@ddenice963 14 дней назад

I like sailing vagabond and how they just do what makes them happy, they home school on the sail boat as well and yet their boys are seeing the world, I’m old so I now get to adventure with you guys……Be Kind, By Happy and Do You. Much love from this Texas grandma…

@BathtubLovingGuy 11 дней назад

Love your take on it! Well said. 😊

@321Bliz 13 дней назад

I love the bus! Upcycling is such a good idea, we need to get out of the mindset of throwing stuff away and start new

@ClayBoots 10 дней назад

It is normal that is how civilization got started.❤ much love from Puerto Rico 😊😊😊

@belindamenzies7620 13 дней назад

I have been homeschooling my daughter here in Australia for the last 8.5 years. She learns at her pace, and to her interests. She is more social then most kids who attend mainstream schools. She socializes with children and aults from young pre school age right through to adults. I am often told that she is able to communicate with adults so well. We do LOTS of interest led and life led learning. Our latest "unit" of work has been learning about historical graves and cemeteries. We have visied so many cemeteries in our loca area as well as while away on holidays. We have volunteered cleaning old graves and restoring them. This was something my daughter and her best friend hadsaid interested them so we createda unit around this. Just like you said about travelling to Thailand and learning the culture. There is so much that is now taught in schools that is truely useless. Yet so much that is not taught and is needed to live successfully in this world.

@RayaandLouis 13 дней назад

I love this!