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Ultimate Budget Van Build: Transforming a Home on Wheels for Lasting Comfort (Epi 1)
When Dan bought his work van a few years ago he always had a dream of turning it into a campervan. But not just any home on wheels - a campervan built to last...on a budget! We aren't here to make a quick vid or a quick build or even done this before...! We are wanting to make a home and we spending what we have saved as we go.
Van life has grown, there is so much more amazing new items on the market and it costs a pretty penny to make luxury happen - or does it? Join us as we try to build a stylish home we get to travel in but also potentially live in one day full time...Can we do it?
Subscribe to join us for this mad series of ups and downs, along with breaking down what it all costs in 2024!
00:00 Can you build a budget van?
00:45 Van Build Timelapse
03:41 Testing out our van!
04:19 Two years later...
06:20 Can I trust her?
07:19 Van Tour
11:05 What's next?
12:20 Have your vote!
13:21 Bloopers!
If you fancy helping us with a coffee, you will have legendary status: www.buymeacoffee.com/charlieanddan
We were totally inspired by our trip to south Italy, where we rented a van for the week so don't miss the beginnings of this ride:
✈️ Episode 1: We visit Bari, Trulli of Alberobello & Locorotondo ua-cam.com/video/FcS2YCcZlms/v-deo.html
🗺 Episode 2: We visit Ostuni, an FAI surprise (!) & down ready for Lecce... ua-cam.com/video/gT9k_azFZxQ/v-deo.html
🏖 Episode 3: The BEST beaches of Puglia? ua-cam.com/video/CwGC6SVK6bs/v-deo.html
🏛 Episode 4: Lecce is the FLORENCE OF THE SOUTH? ua-cam.com/video/vuHHKAiiDSU/v-deo.html
🍧 Episode 5: 48 HOURS in BARI! ua-cam.com/video/ESddML0JpQI/v-deo.html
HERE ARE THE LINKS TO ITEMS WE USED IN THE BUILD (the price may vary & some are affiliate links):
Hammerite White Rust Paint: amzn.to/3UIcTBK
Windows: Van Demon www.vandemon.co.uk/category/conversion/windows/
Sound deadening Silent Coat: amzn.to/49gj8RR
Dodo Thermo Matt Liner: amzn.to/3SLWNVn
Butyl Sealing Tape: amzn.to/49gj8RR
Max Air Fan: amzn.to/49jpGz1
Dometic Skylight: www.dometic.com/en-gb/outdoor/motorhome-and-van/motorhome-windows-and-blinds/motorhome-and-caravan-rooflights
Rear view camera: amzn.to/3wj41se
Celotex Insulation Board: Screwfix or Wickes
Ply flooring: Screwfix or B&Q
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VENICE in 3 days - WHEN IT IS EMPTY?!
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Going to Venice out of season?! I know, we weren't sure either - until we went and now we would recommend anyone choose this over the busy summer months. Bag those January sales and book those trips, honestly. Join us on an extraordinary adventure in the captivating city of Venice and enjoy our ride around the city. 0:00 Canal room views - pros & cons? 01:35 DAY ONE! 02:52 Rialto Market - fail ...
BEST DAY in Kefalonia, GREECE!
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We had a fantastic time exploring this beautiful island in Greece. Out of all our days that week, this itinerary is an easy one to follow and a must do while you are here: 0:00 - Wake up & Coffee time 01:12 - Hire car is the best way to travel 02:44 - Castle of Agios Georgios 04:28 - Il Borgo Lunchtime! 06:14 - AVITHOS Beach 07:34 - Room tour 09:19 - Not nice saying goodbye... Getting your shop...
Exploring KEFALONIA - is it still a hidden gem of Greece?
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Ohhh the algorithm is going to love this with Christmas markets being the rage right now😆...BUT we've been working away, with a couple of winter specials and exciting videos for the next few weeks so subscribe to join us! And hey January flight sales aren't that far away...right? 00:00 - Kefalonia! 00:45 - Melissani Caves 01:20 - Myrtos Beach 01:35 - Fiskardo 02:33 - Assos 05:56 - Argostoli & t...
Bikepacking Isle of Wight in 3 days!
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Is this the first of many?? 🚴‍♂️🌳 0:00 - Broken Bones 1:20 - Isle of Wight Mission 2:50 - Quarr Abbey 4:48 - Ryde Beach & Folly 6:40 - Cliff Lunch & Shanklin Chine 7:43 - The Afternoon Cycle Routine 11:52 - The Bike Breaks 13:16 - Grange Farm Campsite 16:06 - The Bike Shop 16:39 - Freshwater Bay 16:54 - The Needles 18:53 - Camp Wight Campsite 22:05 - Cowes 22:43 - Osborne House BONESMEND ☠️ bik...
TOP 5 Puglia Destinations: Our Epic Campervan Adventure in South Italy!
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00:00 - We're Charlie & Dan! 00:15 - Trulli of Alberobello 01:28 - Ostuni 02:53 - Lecce (/ the Florence of the South!) 05:11 - Bari 06:42 - The Beach!! 07:53 - A sneaky bonus... Let us take you through our top 5 must-visit destinations in this enchanting Italian region, Puglia! 🇮🇹✈️ From the charming trulli of Alberobello, to the famous architecture in Lecce and swimming along the stunning sout...
BARI in Italy - best guide for puglia cuisine, sightseeing & hidden gems!
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Episode 5 of 5 0:00 - Bari 0:36 - The Pasta Street 1:07 - Basilica San Nicola 1:29- Fast forward? 2:07 - Our hotel stay 4:40 - Focaccia barese / Panificio Fiore 6:16 - Should we get one? 7:29 - Best Puglia Cuisine / La Uascezze 9:58 - Breakfast makes a face... 10:50 - THE MUST SEE Cathedral & Museum 12:03 - Gentile Gelato 12:57 - Puglia Fast Food 13:40 - Our first proper coffee?? 14:08 - Time t...
Lecce is the FLORENCE OF THE SOUTH? Exploring Puglia in Italy (& our rental van tour!)
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Lecce is the FLORENCE OF THE SOUTH? Exploring Puglia in Italy (& our rental van tour!)
THE Italy Roadtrip - Ostuni, FAI sites and more on our budget trip in Puglia!
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THE Italy Roadtrip - Ostuni, FAI sites and more on our budget trip in Puglia!
The True Italy Dream! Our epic adventure begins in Puglia (bari / alberobello / locorotondo)
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The True Italy Dream! Our epic adventure begins in Puglia (bari / alberobello / locorotondo)
The BEST Italy beaches are in Puglia? Hidden gems that rival the Amalfi Coast!
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The BEST Italy beaches are in Puglia? Hidden gems that rival the Amalfi Coast!

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @equatorialcat4569
    @equatorialcat4569 День тому

    which month

  • @christineagar2974
    @christineagar2974 Місяць тому

    Love kefalonia. Yous are so lovely.

  • @paolobianconi495
    @paolobianconi495 2 місяці тому

    Siete tra i più simpatici del web

  • @paolobianconi495
    @paolobianconi495 2 місяці тому

    As an Italian who does not drink wine but only beer I mostly appreciate you almost drink Italian beer

  • @janetgonzalez2103
    @janetgonzalez2103 3 місяці тому

    Hello, I loved your video ❤ I'm planning my trip for next year. Is the food expensive? Hotels?

  • @juv777
    @juv777 3 місяці тому

    Interesting and helpful video. We are visiting this coming December. Did you find any problems flying the drone in Bari + Puglia? As I was thinking of bringing it with me. Thanks

  • @johnpalin7393
    @johnpalin7393 3 місяці тому

    Got stung on that beach didn't stay moved on

  • @TheTeessideTravellerUK
    @TheTeessideTravellerUK 4 місяці тому

    Another great video. What’s the hotel called and where is it please? 😊

  • @TheTeessideTravellerUK
    @TheTeessideTravellerUK 4 місяці тому

    Great vid! Where did you stay ? Also do you know the name of hotel with what looked like terraces of private pools? Thanks

  • @PerMarkerMortensen
    @PerMarkerMortensen 4 місяці тому

    Hope to see more from you, and hope you get the van done and get to experience being on the road in it.

  • @super8man807
    @super8man807 4 місяці тому

    Great vid!

  • @domenicovulpis8792
    @domenicovulpis8792 5 місяців тому

    il video mi piace molto , mi iscrivo al vostro canale. Saluti da Bari.

  • @kennyloggins465
    @kennyloggins465 5 місяців тому

    i used to know a guy called Joe Puglia, and thats what made me watch this

  • @Rebecca236
    @Rebecca236 5 місяців тому

    Wow, what a great trip! But I'm so glad you showed the realities of the hills. 🏔 🚲

  • @Danab_
    @Danab_ 6 місяців тому

    hi Charlie and Dan, what is the name of the taverna with the dancing :)? thanks

  • @nancycara7947
    @nancycara7947 7 місяців тому

    A salad was the best meal of your trip?

  • @nancycara7947
    @nancycara7947 7 місяців тому

    Where did you stay?

  • @chrishogdahl3836
    @chrishogdahl3836 8 місяців тому

    proper goats .. can't wait to go .. I got a full on bucket list of things to do thanks to youtube .. great work

  • @philwilson549
    @philwilson549 8 місяців тому

    Were the wasps and jelly fish isolated incidents, or problem throughout the trip? Thanks

  • @Kiladera
    @Kiladera 8 місяців тому

    Nice! We’re going for the first time!

  • @TheGoLeo98
    @TheGoLeo98 8 місяців тому

    What was the name of the shop where you‘ve eaten the sandwich with octopus?

  • @MrBurlingtonBertie
    @MrBurlingtonBertie 8 місяців тому

    It looks great. I'd love to go. It looks quite unspoilt and quiet. Are there any more 'off-road' bits I wonder (nothing extreme, but just paths so as to avoid traffic ?). A great video, beautifully edited and fun to watch. Thank you !

  • @splootan
    @splootan 8 місяців тому

    Awful filming poor quality, nowhere near as good as the other travel UA-camrs

  • @sdsdvdproductionstravelvlo8576
    @sdsdvdproductionstravelvlo8576 8 місяців тому

    Hi great video where was that beach on 6.42 please, im in Bari in 3 weeks

  • @tzarrello
    @tzarrello 9 місяців тому

    Hi! Considering camping through Puglia in September, do you mind sharing the camper van company?

  • @DAXimusTT
    @DAXimusTT 9 місяців тому

    Which hotel was this one?

  • @phil2003ashleigh
    @phil2003ashleigh 9 місяців тому

    Beautiful place, been going since 1990. Skala is a no though as taken over by returning British Greeks with British attitude. Otherwise simply the most beautiful place on earth.

  • @markmark35
    @markmark35 9 місяців тому

    Did you use airbnb in Bari? Thanks

  • @andyrockevo
    @andyrockevo 10 місяців тому

    Hello,what month have you been there?

  • @Kati971
    @Kati971 10 місяців тому

    I‘m loving your Puglia series :) It‘s been a big help for planning my trip next month! Could you tell me what month this video was filmed? I‘m trying to figure out if it’s going to be warm enough for swimming in the ocean and sunbathing during my visit ⛱️ thanks!

    • @charlieanddan
      @charlieanddan 10 місяців тому

      We went first week of June, the weather can vary but we were really lucky and had great weather! Enjoy!

  • @Onlyfans69-h3o
    @Onlyfans69-h3o 10 місяців тому

    She’s fit as ❤

  • @Onlyfans69-h3o
    @Onlyfans69-h3o 10 місяців тому

    She’s very sexy and has a tidy body too, he’s a lucky boy

  • @Cruisingfoodies
    @Cruisingfoodies 10 місяців тому

    Thanks for your recap. So helpful. Aloha 😊

  • @ZynxABC
    @ZynxABC 10 місяців тому

    I went there yesterday

  • @DAXimusTT
    @DAXimusTT 10 місяців тому

    Great video. Heading there in two months. Any restrictions with drone use?

  • @alih6968
    @alih6968 10 місяців тому

    It looks stunning here! I'm hoping to go in June! Where did you guys stay?

    • @laragruschi8347
      @laragruschi8347 7 місяців тому

      It looks like Celestial All Suites :)

  • @louisaklimentos7583
    @louisaklimentos7583 11 місяців тому

    That island is so beautiful ! Myles is is so tacky and cowded in summer .

  • @marymary20
    @marymary20 11 місяців тому

    What a fun, informative and beautiful video! I will be there in July! So excited!

  • @robotsonmars1989
    @robotsonmars1989 11 місяців тому

    Went here in 1992 when it was very underdeveloped. Changed a fair bit but still looks nice.

  • @leiferikson9121
    @leiferikson9121 11 місяців тому

    How much is zakynthos tour?

  • @nigelgriffiths1277
    @nigelgriffiths1277 11 місяців тому

    Went last year.loved it so going back this year same hotel,same sort of time.beautiful place,not too dear.doesnt seem to appeal to the idiot type of brit that appears in some places.not too expensive either.if you can get across to Ithaca as it is astonishing.

  • @williamdriessen667
    @williamdriessen667 11 місяців тому

    No hidden gem no more.... too many tourists. There are plenty of hidden gems left in Greece but I'm NOT going to tell you where!

    • @peterroe8800
      @peterroe8800 9 місяців тому

      Oh please tell me oh arrogant one

  • @Bluray50gig
    @Bluray50gig 11 місяців тому

    Check out Martina Franca too

  • @antheawelbourn4300
    @antheawelbourn4300 11 місяців тому

    Any of them would be great. I’d pick Scotland. Can’t wait to see the finished van.

  • @Badhat66
    @Badhat66 11 місяців тому

    Going to Kefalonia in July kooks fantastic 🎉🎉🎉😊😊

  • @reycosep5916
    @reycosep5916 Рік тому

    Nice tour enjoy very interisting to travel in Italia ❤

  • @loly22pop
    @loly22pop Рік тому

    Oh my God. Me and my son, we stayed in the same room 135 at Palazzo in January.

  • @cathpalmer8753
    @cathpalmer8753 Рік тому

    We are going in July, is shipwreck island banned for a reason or just the season you were there?

    • @charlieanddan
      @charlieanddan Рік тому

      Have a lovely trip! We were told by our hosts that it is banned year round now - to protect the ship and people visiting. It did seem better for picture purposes!

  • @wheelerjan1
    @wheelerjan1 Рік тому

    What hotel did you stay at

  • @wheelerjan1
    @wheelerjan1 Рік тому

    We went to the abandoned village near Sami it was completely destroyed in the earthquake we have it on UA-cam and drone shots too footloose travels