The REAL Cost of Full Time RV Living in 2023 (BIG CHANGES)

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LetsTurnItUpWorld

LetsTurnItUpWorld

Жыл бұрын

The real cost of full time RV living has changed. In this RV life vlog, we share with you the real cost of full time RV living in 2023. We cover all RV expenses including RV campgrounds, gasoline, and food. If you are considering full time RV living in 2023, this will help you budget your monthly RV living costs.
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@BananimalProductions
@BananimalProductions Жыл бұрын
Gawd, the way you guys tag team this whole life together and the way you look at each and how hard you work is vibrantly apparent. I’m just so inspired by you and I love you so much, from the bottom to the top I love it all. Keep going!!!
@LetsTurnItUpWorld
@LetsTurnItUpWorld Жыл бұрын
Thanks! We really appreciate your kind words and are humbled that we inspire you! We are excited to share more of our adventures with you!
@veev2561
@veev2561 Жыл бұрын
Exactly,so envious!
@shotonbothsides
@shotonbothsides Жыл бұрын
That’s what I was trying to say! Spot on!
@clintonmullen1918
@clintonmullen1918 Жыл бұрын
I can tell you to love each other thats what it takes to rv
@nancycrayne3113
@nancycrayne3113 Жыл бұрын
@Dani McMahon Maybe connect with someone similar. Don't have t on share a rig just meet up in some places. I know I get lonely too. And more fun to visit places with a friend. I tend to do southwest US but flexible. Who knows??
@batshtcrazy5293
@batshtcrazy5293 9 ай бұрын
Full time rver here. There are two of us, and we've never spent more than $200 a month on groceries. We rarely eat out, and never go over $100 pr month. We moochdock 5 months of the year in Florida, and travel around the state. We pay $300 a month for power, water, and changing out tanks. The rest of the year we travel the country and always boondock, or use our veteran's passes for state and national parks. Gas is pricey, but with a 30ft class C, towing a Nissan Frontier, we average about $500 pr month when traveling. We try to stay for a week everywhere we go, which cuts the cost way down. We do have a Harvest Host membership, but only use it on our way to other places. We also have 6 solar panels and plenty of lithium batteries, so power is rarely an issue. We us Starlink and several phone plans for our internet. We take it slow and enjoy our travels. The costs per month are never over $2900, with winters being cheaper. Its a HUGE change from the nearly $3600 we averaged in a sticks and bricks. Another important thing to have is extra insuance for repairs and such. It cuts the costs in half. I wouldn't give up the nomadic life for anything. Its improved my mental and physical health, as well as my wife's. We've been doing it for 3 yrs, and can't imagine any other way of living. Have fun out there, and learn to keep a budget and stick to it.
@Brianne-kr4ks
@Brianne-kr4ks 2 ай бұрын
$100 a month on food 2 here an spend 800 a month what are you eating for 100 a month??
@30musabboouf61
@30musabboouf61 Ай бұрын
@@Brianne-kr4ks was thinking the same XD
@hannahanderson4305
@hannahanderson4305 Жыл бұрын
Comon you guys eat like kings and Queens! The restaurants you guys have gone to are top shelf, as are the drinks. Not many people could afford your lifestyle. You must have some great investments.
@lucym9369
@lucym9369 Жыл бұрын
I'm impressed by how well you get along with one another. I'm not sure that my husband and my relationship would last being together 24-7 in a small house for a year! I really enjoy your videos, keep having fun and sharing.❤
@OffGridAlaska
@OffGridAlaska Жыл бұрын
Just found your channel. Have to tell you that you both are amazing. It's nice to see couples who still have fun and enjoy each other's company.
@teebellerina8783
@teebellerina8783 Жыл бұрын
Ok that total sounded bloody expensive, HOWEVER, I see it as low cost vacationing alongside home life so it’s actually a win win! Great video. 🤩
@LetsTurnItUpWorld
@LetsTurnItUpWorld Жыл бұрын
Thanks Tee, yes, the totals sounds expensive to us as well! Our goal is to bring our RV living costs down in 2023!
@oscarsantos6484
@oscarsantos6484 Жыл бұрын
You can't imagine how much you've been an inspiration for my wife and I to even start dreaming on doing the same throughout Europe and then US in the next 3 years. We can't thank you enough for all kinds of tips you have been putting together in your videos. Keep up this great work! Hugs from Brazil!
@vickieblackwell4834
@vickieblackwell4834 Жыл бұрын
Did you say $11,000 just for camping a year? $8,300 for food. Wow!
@sandykelting9548
@sandykelting9548 Жыл бұрын
Puleeze keep sharing your Joyful selves with US! It is SO refreshing to see two people so very much in Love and happy together. This world needs all of that it can get! Thank all 4 of You😻😻💞💯♾️!
@maryrenaud6732
@maryrenaud6732 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the realistic costs and the fun presentation. For those who own their home or condo with no mortgage, it is actually far cheaper to live in sticks and bricks (unless it is high value and high property tax). My gasoline cost is maybe $60 to $70 per month as everything is close by, coupled to low housing cost, I will not be moving into an RV or van as it is way more costly.😢 You have the benefit of seeing this wonderful country and that is a priceless experience.
@saintejeannedarc9460
@saintejeannedarc9460 10 ай бұрын
That's why for some who want a bit of this life, just doing it part time w/ a low cost converted van or a cheap camper is best.
@CK-yh9mi
@CK-yh9mi Жыл бұрын
Pure joy watching these two. Always entertaining, informative and love the adventures ❤
@LetsTurnItUpWorld
@LetsTurnItUpWorld Жыл бұрын
Thank you CK! We sure do appreciate that! By the way be sure to follow our newsletter for up-to-date info on where we are, tips, latest video releases, new merch, and more plus the occasional funny photo of us. 😂 www.turnitupworld.com/newsletter
@maxnmom67
@maxnmom67 Жыл бұрын
Love you guys. You are living my dream life.
@citibear57
@citibear57 Жыл бұрын
Ouch! 😮 You two did so much, and saw so much, that I think the cost may have been well worth it. To borrow from the Eva Rose York poem, "I shall not pass this way again". Who knows, but maybe you will? You two were definitely 'happy campers' which I admire. When you were speaking about buying accessories for Desert Snow, it reminded me of the 1954 movie 'The Long, Long Trailer' starring Desi Arnaz and Lucille Ball. If you haven't seen it before, I would recommend doing so. It is a funny look at a couple who buy a trailer, and their adventures 😄
@LetsTurnItUpWorld
@LetsTurnItUpWorld Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your great comment Mike! Sounds as though we really need to check out The Long Long Trailer! And, yes, we probably are happy campers!
@Peri2C
@Peri2C Жыл бұрын
@@LetsTurnItUpWorld It's a classic, and when you see their rig and what they use to haul it, it will blow your mind.
@rosemariepennix
@rosemariepennix Жыл бұрын
This was a very informative video and there is no question I will definitely vote for you guys you guys are rock stars as far as I’m concerned❤️❤️🐈‍⬛🐈
@LetsTurnItUpWorld
@LetsTurnItUpWorld Жыл бұрын
So glad you enjoyed the video. We wanted to be as helpful as possible. Yay vote for us please. Woohoo! Always a pleasure seeing your comments! 🥰♥️
@skooliecarol8542
@skooliecarol8542 Жыл бұрын
Voting. For Two Lovebirds
@jeannetteduette6704
@jeannetteduette6704 10 күн бұрын
No monthly utility bills, water, electricity, etc. You two are living a good life! I wish you well!
@Joe-fj9kw5bg1v
@Joe-fj9kw5bg1v Жыл бұрын
We were traveling with our camper and in 8 months only paid $10.00 and $30.00 at 2 campsites the whole 8 months
@l.e.brentwood3137
@l.e.brentwood3137 Жыл бұрын
Have you all heard of the cat window? It's a metal collapsible window seat. The cats can sit "outside". Just gives them more room and fresh air. ❣️
@edwardmcgowan5044
@edwardmcgowan5044 Жыл бұрын
Great job. Just finalizing what we are going to buy; it’s between a Newmar and Tiffin. Called my insurance company yesterday and that bill alone is ~4200 a year!! Was not expecting that. Add indoor storage for ~450 a month so it’s not in the elements and I’m almost at 1K monthly already! Whew. This video allows me to think of some items I may have forgotten. Definitely have to do my homework and think of all the “potential” expenses. Thank you.
@LetsTurnItUpWorld
@LetsTurnItUpWorld Жыл бұрын
Thanks Edward! Wow, those both sound like amazing rigs!! We are glad that you found our video helpful as you think about RV living costs!
@mrpeace6107
@mrpeace6107 16 күн бұрын
I have been on the road in my now 4th Box truck build, and this will be my 6th year living a nomadic life. Allow me to be fair, when I saw your video I knew instantly you two where newbies. I built all four of my trucks solo. I had a minimum of 2400 Whr of Solar plus an additional little vertical shaft wind turbine I would put up when i was parked. I always stayed in a location for at least 2 weeks, the weekly rates are far in away better than nightly. My current rig has 55 Gal of fresh, and 35 gray water, I don't have a black tank. Electric everything with enough battery to run my rig for a week straight, and thats summer or winter. I don't think I spend more than $175 a month on food, and I top off my water with either a rain catch I have on my truck (I have a five stage filtration system installed) or I drop a hose into a creek or river to top off. So water is free for me, as is electricity obviously. My biggest expense is diesel, but even that I keep down below $8k a year as I make my own bio-diesel and mix half/half with standard diesel. Folks its all about proper planning, and figuring out the lifestyle you want. Van-lifers/Nomads aren't wealthy people. We are simple folk who have come to enjoy to simple pleasures in life. Staying at RV parks is a utter waste of time I see way too many newbie's doing. Last September I celebrated my 6th year on the road, and I live on what would be considered well below the poverty line in this country. And I have to tell you, I still save tons of money every year. So you folks are plainly doing it wrong I am sorry. If you want to do RV parks and the like then yes it will be expensive. I focus my adventures out west never traveling further east than the Mississippi river, but also heading into Canada and into Alaska regularly. I have logged about 530,000 miles in my four trucks and I aim to push past 1 million miles some time in 2026 or maybe 2027. So if you find yourselves out in Montana, or down south in New Mexico and you spot a off white 26 foot old refer truck with a Livery that says "The Open Road is My Home" on the drivers side door, then stop by and visit. I will be happy to help you all out with better planning. Same goes for any other nomad out there. I will have a pot of coffee and likely a donut ready and waiting....
@nellybell463
@nellybell463 Жыл бұрын
The Cost for the year definitely wasn’t bad, especially for everything you guys got out of it. About 3200 a month and was able to travel and see different parts of the world is a win! Some people pay that on rent and utilities alone. Great job!!!
@down-the-rabbit-hole
@down-the-rabbit-hole Жыл бұрын
and one can cut that cost substantially if they lived in a small camper or well equipped van...., which is probably what I will do.
@nellybell463
@nellybell463 Жыл бұрын
@@down-the-rabbit-hole yes go for it! Wishing you success!!!
@ghiej27
@ghiej27 Жыл бұрын
It is true. It is still cost effective living and traveling at the same time. A 5day Yellowstone vacation for 2 will cost you between 2k to 3k and a limited fun and adventure.. 🎉
@palomamagpie
@palomamagpie Жыл бұрын
Yes, our 2x2 Los Angeles apartment is going up to $3,250 this July...we're looking to RV life now!
@nellybell463
@nellybell463 Жыл бұрын
@@palomamagpie wishing you and your family much success, hope you all find the perfect RV.
@shotonbothsides
@shotonbothsides Жыл бұрын
I’m thinking about getting rid of all my other subscriptions. You guys flow. And keep up the impromptu. You’re so easy to watch and quite informative. Dave, I think Tonya‘s got you beat when exposing the technical, goes into machine mode. I am 65 years old, rather set in my ways. But the ways you two do it, glad you quit your day jobs. Love ya.
@LetsTurnItUpWorld
@LetsTurnItUpWorld Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoy the episodes. We appreciate that. RV Life in itself is a way of life and we enjoy sharing our version of what it's like out there. Thanks for joining us on these adventures. We have some great episodes coming up. Again, thank you for watching and Happy New Year! By the way be sure to follow our newsletter for up-to-date info on where we are, tips, latest video releases, new merch, and more plus the occasional funny photo of us. 😂 www.turnitupworld.com/newsletter
@ChrisJones-ek2ss
@ChrisJones-ek2ss Жыл бұрын
When I'm depressed, I watch your channel. Always makes me happy.
@lynnlmr2032
@lynnlmr2032 Жыл бұрын
You are so gorgeous. The love you have for each other is there on screen, showing your love to us. So beautiful.
@melissa-Sabatino-Threet
@melissa-Sabatino-Threet Жыл бұрын
I love y’all so much! My husband and I are thinking of RVing full time. We are buying a motor coach now! I’ve been binge watching your channel the last few days! Thank you for so much wonderful information! ❤
@LetsTurnItUpWorld
@LetsTurnItUpWorld Жыл бұрын
You’re welcome Melissa! We are glad that your and your husband discovered our channel. Do you know yet what motor coach you are going to buy?
@sharonbraselton4302
@sharonbraselton4302 Жыл бұрын
hybred eltric rv
@rowanbowyer6560
@rowanbowyer6560 Жыл бұрын
It’s always interesting for me as an Australian to see how other travellers in other countries get on, we aren’t able to park in car parks, eg Walmart?, although there are free camping around the country. Fuel here is one of the biggest cost for us as well, a couple of months ago we were paying $2:70 per LITRE ( average) , we don’t eat out very much but agree food prices have gone up considerably. Australia has had some awful flooding this year and that’s had an impact on food prices lately. We often stay at show grounds which are cheaper than caravan parks ( camp grounds). Many thanks for the video
@kelliealley7418
@kelliealley7418 Жыл бұрын
You two did an awesome job for your first year! Now that all those initial expenses are taken care of...you can enjoy. Can't wait to see more!
@campingwiththeadamss8552
@campingwiththeadamss8552 Жыл бұрын
The wife and I have been following you guys and we admire you guys for what you do on a full time basis. We hope to run across you guys one day in the future while we are out traveling too. Stay safe!!
@LifeinThirdPlaces
@LifeinThirdPlaces Жыл бұрын
Just found your channel and I must say this was a really informational video! I'm planning to hit the road - at least part-time - in 2023 and have been working on my budget for 2023. Thank you for helping me flesh that out a bit more. Safe and happy travels to you!
@brianvandy4002
@brianvandy4002 Жыл бұрын
It should be mentioned that the "real cost" only applies if someone RV's the same way you do. A lot of people full time and don't travel all over. They might travel twice a year from South to North and back. That dramatically changes the cost. Also, a lot of people use things like Thousand Trails where their camping costs total about $600 a year for their annual dues. Others boondock much of the year, so they have very little park fees. Just saying, even your park fees is still tiny compared to the cost of renting even a 2 bedroom apartment, let alone a house.
@LetsTurnItUpWorld
@LetsTurnItUpWorld Жыл бұрын
Thanks Brian. We did mention about cost differences if you stayed put longer or other options to reduce the cost significantly. Our experiences and travel to 30 states in a year would serve more as an outline for others. There are costs we mentioned that would apply to every RVer such as gas prices, increase prices in campgrounds ( daily, weekly, and monthly) harder to find campground spots due to an substantial increase in RVers on the road over the last few years. Costs of repairs ( service and parts) ect. Depending on the rig you have would also weigh heavily in costs. Thanks again.
@down-the-rabbit-hole
@down-the-rabbit-hole Жыл бұрын
@@LetsTurnItUpWorld That's why living in a camper or a well equipped van is also an option. That would also substantially cut one's costs. Van is a last option of course if they are in serious money trouble.... Also like others have mentioned, "Thousand Trails" is a cheap way to camp as well.......and gas prices would be substantially lower since you wouldn't be moving all over the place. Everything you said is valid, but more for a high end RVer......with lots of income...
@sew_gal7340
@sew_gal7340 Жыл бұрын
My monthly mortgage at 2% int rate, 10k taxes and home repairs annual is nowhere near that high...i am also putting in a 20k Heating unit and even then it is nowhere near 50k...traveling is expensive plus the depreciation on your vehicle. RV life is nice for a year or two but not sustainable for full time imo.
@down-the-rabbit-hole
@down-the-rabbit-hole Жыл бұрын
@@sew_gal7340 that's why people who make it work full time are often in fixed up vans/campers, much cheaper than RVs.. For those who just want super cheap living. Just move to the Philippines. I have a friend who lives very comfortably there on only social security income. Rent is SUPER Cheap.
@sew_gal7340
@sew_gal7340 Жыл бұрын
@@down-the-rabbit-hole I once flew to the Philippines at night and literally there was no lights at all in the whole country except for manila...i was so shocked when they said we were flying above the country. It is also severely under developed, and the healthcare is awful. And yes i know the people are wonderful
@TracyJ4418
@TracyJ4418 Жыл бұрын
Nice breakdown of expenses 🥁 I thought , It was expensive to run around in Desert Snow . Though so worth it .See you on NYE in chat on your other channel TIUW 😃
@chasesome
@chasesome Жыл бұрын
Hi Tanya & Dave, thank you for a fun adventure this year fun to tag along! Watching this vlog makes a whole lotta sense this is not for me becoming an RV roadie with those type of expenses. Safe travels 💜💜💜💜💜🌜
@djahant
@djahant Жыл бұрын
So happy to find your channel! I really appreciate the transparency of costs.
@LetsTurnItUpWorld
@LetsTurnItUpWorld Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Dee! We are glad that you have joined us and can’t wait to share more adventures with you! Yes, we tried to be transparent on our RV living costs! Thanks again!
@TTVAN
@TTVAN Жыл бұрын
I absolutely LOVE your channel. I find myself looking for your videos every night, instead of watching TV. I don't have the courage to take on life in an RV, but I get the best vicarious experiences just following you guys on your travels. God bless you on all your journeys, and HAPPY NEW YEAR! Much love! 😊
@kyasimpkins1993
@kyasimpkins1993 Жыл бұрын
I love the way you both interact with each other. So lovely and balanced. Good luck in all you do❤️
@denisemaitland7302
@denisemaitland7302 Жыл бұрын
You guys are so much fun! Thank you ❤
@jamesw8951
@jamesw8951 Жыл бұрын
You guys are awesome! You are truly living your lives! I'm just beginning my journey!
@dee0101
@dee0101 Жыл бұрын
Love you guys. I've been watching you since before "C" love your Vegas videos and the RV vids are so fun and eye-opening!! My dream is to cross the country in an RV.❤ Love the drone shots and the quality and time we can tell is put into your videos!!! Thank You!!
@Sophiecjp
@Sophiecjp 9 ай бұрын
You two are such a cute couple. An absolute joy to watch. I am disabled so I have to live vicariously through others. It is a joy to spend time with the two of you💕
@koalawilliams4236
@koalawilliams4236 Жыл бұрын
This is such a great video! Not only are you guys fun and entertaining to listen to, but the organisation of the data *chefs kiss* thank you so much for putting this together!!
@sheryllynmc
@sheryllynmc Жыл бұрын
Yes, thank you for spelling out the numbers! Very helpful when making plans!
@nellyvillarreal6568
@nellyvillarreal6568 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your experience. I’m planning on going solo next year and I’m 51. I’m learning a lot from your videos and I appreciate it a whole bunch. God bless you and safe travels ❤
@comeoutofher458
@comeoutofher458 Жыл бұрын
I'm so grateful to have found your channel!
@phollowingphil1628
@phollowingphil1628 Жыл бұрын
Hi First let me say I really enjoy your channel you guys are so inspirational you’re always happy and you seem so genuine. The other thing that I want to say is my first of all I’m never done what you guys are doing but if I were to do it then I would take advantage of the airports I sort of travel between Dallas Fort Worth and Atlanta and do they have the cheap parking spot right can stay in your car overnight in a secure environment walk inside the airport use the restroom amenities plug-in to the Internet and just blend in with travelers for those day you need to stealth park.
@daleneparker3229
@daleneparker3229 Жыл бұрын
You kids have so much fun together and enjoy and learn so much on the road. Thanks for sharing.
@Bamajana
@Bamajana Жыл бұрын
Awesome information! I have no choice but to start the "on the road living" come summer, and this is very helpful content!
@nataliagarcia3937
@nataliagarcia3937 Жыл бұрын
THANK YOU FOR THE EXPLANATION THIS SUMMER I WILL GO ON THE ROAD IT IS GOOD TO BE PREPARE FOR ALL EXPENSES HAPPY NEW YEAR TANIA AND DAVE LOVE YOU WISH ALL THE BEST
@JustSayin6092
@JustSayin6092 10 ай бұрын
What you spent for the year, I'm sure seems like a lot for some but that includes incredible adventures and experiences. While I go to work every day in order to make about 50k a year that does not include, incredible adventures and experiences. I'd say you guys are living the life. Kuddo's!
@nancysimpson1521
@nancysimpson1521 Жыл бұрын
Thank you!! You two are awesome!! Hope to see you on the road!!
@TC-vq6yz
@TC-vq6yz Жыл бұрын
I am always interested in cost rundowns. Really good video. Loved the clips of trip highlights.
@originalsixx
@originalsixx Жыл бұрын
Hey there! Just found your channel and I love it! I'll be binge watching some more videos soon! Love your rig!
@sandrawithoutborders5631
@sandrawithoutborders5631 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing and doing it your way.
@kristinanoall
@kristinanoall Жыл бұрын
Here I am, a homebody, zero plans to probably ever buy an RV even for trips, watching til the end because 1) I’m super curious about what FT RV life would be like, and 2) you two are adorable 😊 Very honest, interesting video. P.S. Your monthly campsite fees were more than my mortgage! I did NOT see that coming!
@awordindueseason
@awordindueseason Жыл бұрын
Wow, I always get the impression from Van Life videos (my new addiction) that people are choosing this life to spend less and be free from monthly rent or mortgage fees. That's what most appealed to me beyond just the freedom to travel. However, you are showing me that you're paying out more than I earn yearly--certainly more than it costs monthly to live in and work from my studio apartment year round. I guess that's the major difference between Van Life versus RV Life? Anyway, the unsuspected blessing from enjoying these type videos (car, van or RV related full time living), is that I've gained a perspective shift. I have stopped bemoaning how small my studio is while constantly longing to get to a place where I can at least afford to have an enclosed bedroom and separated kitchen space. I've gotten to "meet" many different people who are HAPPILY living full time in much smaller spaces and routinely making do without amenities like bathrooms. Life is indeed a series of tradeoffs where one has to determine what is most important to them and perhaps live with less to enjoy their passion. While I would not want to be a single woman "stealthing" on a daily basis while relying on public bathroom facilities, nor would I feel safe boondock camping areas, I do love the idea of taking a year off to travel the country in a well fitted RV meeting people and visiting places I wouldn't normally experience. What a blessing. I thank all of you for inviting me along. ❤
@janasher4940
@janasher4940 Жыл бұрын
It is good to watch real people videos on this life style. I van lived for 2 yrs and vans are cheaper because you can stealth but stay in the cities close to society and police. You can't stealth in anything larger. I did boondock a lot. I was OK with that if you do it with others. Otherwise sitting out in the dessert by yourself day after day- boring. But I tried not to spend anything on parking, camp sites. $900 a month just to park is huge to me. I love to cook so didn't eat out much. Still, doing this life style is not as cheap as YT channels show. The rig maintenance, insurance and gas, going to parks (they all charge now), laundry and water. It adds up quick. Add dog food, emergency vets if needed, and any rig brake downs or accidents, fridge breaks, and your year gets hella expensive. People really need 6 months of emergency funds before you start. Can't tell you how many people I left in my rear view mirrors who had no $$ to fall back on what they hit a bump.
@awordindueseason
@awordindueseason Жыл бұрын
@@janasher4940 Would you do it all over again?
@sew_gal7340
@sew_gal7340 Жыл бұрын
I would seriously buy a plot of land, add sewer and water pump and build a tiny house on wheels ....it would be the best of both worlds. You can park there forever if you wanted
@texassews535
@texassews535 Жыл бұрын
Hi you guys! Great video. I thought of another set of costs that are not exactly RV related, but are monthly costs for anyone traveling with pets. The kitties! You have vet costs, kitty liter, and their food. It isn’t a whole lot, but when you are doing monthly expenses, that will be added in. Vehicle registration too. Beach passes, if you got them etc. Little things add up. The gasoline though is out of sight in some places, well, most places. Food is slowly getting to be as expensive as gasoline. We are doing Hello Fresh 4 times/week and find it is more economical than cooking. It is not cheap to be in an RV. We were in our coach going from Missouri to TX. Do not go south (you might be able to in your Rig) but we had a diesel, class A going from north to south, in Arkansas. There is no guard rail on that road, and it is straight down. It is a two lane road going through the mountains of Arkansas. I was a wreck by the time we got off of that road. The views were pretty, but not worth the utter terror. I watched the right side of the road and my husband watched his line. There were plenty of vehicles on the road though, which actually made it worse. Sometimes the line on the right side of the road had a cliff starting at the line, so any mistake would be deadly. I can’t imagine that road in the dark. It was horrendous. So avoid that road and it is the only road to travel on North to south, coming out of the Ozarks of Missouri.
@Ima-hoot
@Ima-hoot Жыл бұрын
Great job documenting. Good to see you having fun !!! I created a spreadsheet that budgets for many other things that are not quite annual cost but can be split to annual expenditure. For example cell phones last few years but cost a fair bit. Same for laptops and camera gear etc. another option is include it as and when it happens.
@JohnPaul-ig7sg
@JohnPaul-ig7sg Жыл бұрын
This was the best RV video I've seen. I APPRECIATE the honesty about the cost.
@jodyvanliew2514
@jodyvanliew2514 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the update . I enjoy your videos .
@belindahugheslifestyle
@belindahugheslifestyle 11 ай бұрын
Thank you, Tanya & Dave! This was the info I needed tonight, for the place that I'm at in my journey. Blessed be. 💖
@betzibarrett
@betzibarrett Жыл бұрын
I love the information you provide. Thank you.
@keriflint81
@keriflint81 Жыл бұрын
You guys are great! Thank you for this info!
@LeighAnn836
@LeighAnn836 Жыл бұрын
Great video! So informative. Thank you!
@Smart_Think
@Smart_Think Жыл бұрын
Excellent info and insight. Tha k you tanya and dave for this video. Truly great info
@LetsTurnItUpWorld
@LetsTurnItUpWorld Жыл бұрын
Thanks smart think! We are glad you enjoyed the video!
@Dana-.-
@Dana-.- Жыл бұрын
I truly enjoy your videos and your humor! I remember your ‘newbie’ to RV’ing videos when you first bought Desert Snow. You’ve come a long way! Literally!! 😊 Food is a (doubled) expense regardless if you’re on the road or in a fixed brick and mortar. Cheers and happy travels!
@LetsTurnItUpWorld
@LetsTurnItUpWorld Жыл бұрын
Thanks Dana! Yes, we have come a long way. We will never forget our trip out to buy our EKKO - even before we named him Desert Snow lol. It was a great first RV road trip back from Iowa to Las Vegas as well!
@user-yx1xe2vw6p
@user-yx1xe2vw6p Жыл бұрын
You guys are such an AWESOME TEAM🎉🎉🎉. Stay blessed, safe, and happy travels ❤❤❤❤❤.
@verniamosby129
@verniamosby129 Жыл бұрын
You guys are awesome. I learned so much, thank you. I wish you well.
@TrueCrimeKnitter
@TrueCrimeKnitter Жыл бұрын
I love your videos and you are absolutely correct groceries have gone up doubled in some places i.e California
@adarodriguez8007
@adarodriguez8007 Жыл бұрын
This was an awesome video and thank you for glossing down on the budget area. God bless and protect you guys always
@LetsTurnItUpWorld
@LetsTurnItUpWorld Жыл бұрын
Thank you Ada, we are glad that you enjoyed the video! We thought it would helpful to share our full time RV living costs as we start 2023!
@ladybuginc.4189
@ladybuginc.4189 Жыл бұрын
The cost is not bad at all!! You guys are amazing, and I’m proud of you!!
@sharonbraselton3135
@sharonbraselton3135 Жыл бұрын
Chief cost less hybrid eltric vatery powrr less gas djsel. Fuke cost
@marv6013
@marv6013 Жыл бұрын
It's not bad if you have income coming while you travel😂
@unk6156
@unk6156 Жыл бұрын
Great job on this one…Thank y’all
@Beamerl
@Beamerl 11 ай бұрын
Yall look so happy. I wasn't expecting that. It is refreshing. Love the content as well.
@eklix2451
@eklix2451 9 ай бұрын
Thank you for the well detailed and comprehensive breakdown of your daily/monthly/yearly expenses! I'm not out there burning the highways yet, but seeing you guys how you go about your traveling is very educational and inspiring for me. Will be joining forces soon ..😎
@BlueBeeMCMLXI
@BlueBeeMCMLXI Жыл бұрын
Thanks for straight-shooting HONESTY.
@tamimator
@tamimator Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing. That was super helpful.
@lesliecarpenter869
@lesliecarpenter869 Жыл бұрын
You know $700 something is cheaper than a mortgage or rent if you want to look at it that way😊 Y'all are so great to watch❤
@RoadsofLife
@RoadsofLife 7 ай бұрын
Love this video! I get to see all your adventures (and happiness) all in one place! You both are so enjoyable to watch... may the new year bring more joy and happiness wherever you go! Be seeing you!
@paulab984
@paulab984 Жыл бұрын
Tanya, I want to hear you sing. Your "ahhh" tone is very nice so I'm guessing you have a great voice. I just found you guys today and really like your personalities and how you interact. You obviously adore each other and that's so great to see. Looking forward to keeping up with your adventures.
@hedywilson859
@hedywilson859 Жыл бұрын
I love looking at you guys,you are so comfortable and loving with each other. You are totally in sync with what the other is doing and totally in 💕 love. Keep up the good work,love you guys so much.
@LetsTurnItUpWorld
@LetsTurnItUpWorld Жыл бұрын
Thank you Hedy! We appreciate that. Glad you enjoyed the video and Happy New Year! By the way be sure to follow our newsletter for up-to-date info on where we are, tips, latest video releases, new merch, and more plus the occasional funny photo of us. 😂 www.turnitupworld.com/newsletter
@ChristianTravelers
@ChristianTravelers Жыл бұрын
Love you guys and your EKKO and somehow you just dropped onto our KZfaq video suggestions home page for the first time! Subscribed! We're much more commenters than creators but we do RV 5 months a year. We love this video because it gives us a comparison for us to go by. Your $37k number is better for us to compare to. Wow - is all we can say to your nightly RV rates. We use Thousand Trails for $800/year and they aren't all pretty, but they keep our costs way down. Your gas costs were good! Our annualized fuel costs for Sprinter-based RV and car = $7,000! Food & Insurance Costs and most everything else are fine, too! Propane use seems high, and we are toll averse. With the two of us, we are just under $30k total but we've been RVing since 1995 and are less tourists.
@LetsTurnItUpWorld
@LetsTurnItUpWorld Жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard!! Thanks so much for your great comment and feedback! It’s helpful to us as well. We agree that our nightly RV rates were much too high! We stayed in some expensive RV parks outside national parks - like Yellowstone. We are considering Thousand Trails - would you recommend it?
@ChristianTravelers
@ChristianTravelers Жыл бұрын
@@LetsTurnItUpWorld Ironically, we were based in Las Vegas (Russell & Rainbow) until 2018 when we moved to Florida east coast so we could winter at home. Prior to that we would go to Quartzsite for the winter and stay in Las Vegas for spring and fall. God Bless!
@ammim6797
@ammim6797 Жыл бұрын
I just found you guys and you are precious. Thank you for all the valuable information I’m planning on hitting the road this year!
@ManWander
@ManWander Жыл бұрын
you guys are living the life big time! good for you!
@leegrass6954
@leegrass6954 Жыл бұрын
Love you guys! But you should keep reminding people that your budget is for the higher end user. Not the average expenses for most people living on the road.
@bradentripp8141
@bradentripp8141 Жыл бұрын
Do you mind telling the initial cost of your rig? Do you own it flat out at this point, or paying a monthly note? This information is fascinating!
@Nzingathegem
@Nzingathegem Жыл бұрын
I guessed it at $50,000 as you were tallying up everything, just about right!
@user11675
@user11675 10 ай бұрын
This is so helpful thank you!! well, thank you for being you and sharing the important info! 100%
@RealFIRSTONE
@RealFIRSTONE Жыл бұрын
love this episode; im an SUV camper and spend a 1k monthly by comparison each of you's spends $1,984 monthly, the take away here is you guys do much more fun things over all and eat much much better. KEEP DOING WHAT YOU DO thanks for sharing
@deannaweaver6754
@deannaweaver6754 10 ай бұрын
They actually said they spent not quite 12,000$a year for parking somewhere broken down to 975$per month.
@veev2561
@veev2561 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful camper rv,thanks for taking us along for the adventure!!
@LetsTurnItUpWorld
@LetsTurnItUpWorld Жыл бұрын
Vee, our pleasure! Glad you enjoyed it!!
@Lobaby55
@Lobaby55 Жыл бұрын
You two are a Great Team, and so Organized!! I used to be together, but not so much in my 5th Wheel. I live in a RV Park right off a lake. I got lazy thinking I was Retired, and I'm not. Lol In other words sometimes I don't keep everything going like a machine. I have slowed down. I used to clean, clean, clean. Now I just clean!!!!!👍
@WestsontheMove
@WestsontheMove Жыл бұрын
Yes, come out and do Overland Expo (West, PNW, and Mountain West). Love to hang out with you guys. See you there and we’ll see you at the RV Unplugged Gathering at Tampa’s Elk Lodge. I can tell you all about Overland Expo.
@cindyjohnson6656
@cindyjohnson6656 Жыл бұрын
I can not wIt for your videos!!!! Thanks for being so happy and real.
@aovoonthefarmsouthernillin3687
@aovoonthefarmsouthernillin3687 10 ай бұрын
It is so nice that you broke down your costs. Nice video. I just subscribed.
@debbies6192
@debbies6192 Жыл бұрын
Very thorough; thank you.
@avasquez3413
@avasquez3413 Жыл бұрын
Excellent info...thank you!
@cherylcarlton2476
@cherylcarlton2476 Ай бұрын
Thanks for the update
@craftingwithcharm7665
@craftingwithcharm7665 Жыл бұрын
This was very informative & Gave me an indication of what to look forward to when I go out there on my adventures. I’m hoping to get my Ram Promaster this yr & do a van conversion. I didn’t know about America The Beautiful & Harvest Host. Thank you for putting that information out there & for all your content. You’re my favorite RV couple on KZfaq! God bless both you & I’m voting for you!!! ❤
@v.gladney1624
@v.gladney1624 Жыл бұрын
Amen 🙏🏽
@Avidreader2007
@Avidreader2007 Жыл бұрын
Really interesting, thanks for sharing.
@whatever8243
@whatever8243 6 ай бұрын
Damn way more than my house monthly expenses and I have a mortgage utilities feeding 3 people. So only the rich can live the RV life style. Got it.
@Nurturing2
@Nurturing2 Жыл бұрын
Y’all are AMAZING❣️
@justanotherperson584
@justanotherperson584 Жыл бұрын
You guys are so cool. THank you.
@christopher9152
@christopher9152 Жыл бұрын
Great channel! Just discovered it. Very informative and entertaining.
@fm71450
@fm71450 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your honest review. RVing is not CHEAP. It can be moderate, but as you mentioned: fuel, campgrounds, and gear/upgrades take their toll. We enjoy you all, and your fun interactions. Keep it up!
@realtordryogihaynes
@realtordryogihaynes Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear about the pricing and costs related to RV traveling….
@patleonard2884
@patleonard2884 Жыл бұрын
What a great video! Thanks for sharing.
@LetsTurnItUpWorld
@LetsTurnItUpWorld Жыл бұрын
You’re very welcome Pat, glad you enjoyed it!
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