Van Life Costa Rica // WE MADE IT!

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  • @ifweseekay
    @ifweseekay 2 роки тому +156

    I felt like I was watching an action movie, I was at the edge of my seat not knowing if the bus will make it. You guys are so strong, I would've lost my marbles a long time ago. Congratulations on making it! 🎉🎉💐💐💐

    • @RayaandLouis
      @RayaandLouis  2 роки тому +3

      Aw thank you Sofia! Haha honestly I wasn't sure if we were gonna make it a few times myself 🙈

    • @kaylinboox3
      @kaylinboox3 2 роки тому

      @@RayaandLouis )))saasf de andwwhhyy freq a

  • @Noturgommar97
    @Noturgommar97 2 роки тому +115

    Got literal goosebumps watching y’all finally pull in and turn the bus off at your land. You should feel so incredibly proud of yourselves!! Can’t wait for the wedding videos🥰💖💖

    • @RayaandLouis
      @RayaandLouis  2 роки тому +4

      Thank you so so much!! I can't wait to share wedding content soon! 😍

  • @melissadsilva6062
    @melissadsilva6062 2 роки тому +54

    As someone who constantly struggles with anxiety I very much appreciate Raya so frankly and unapologetically express her feelings.Not everyone is as understanding of my state of mind as I wish them too.

  • @adriancastillo1008
    @adriancastillo1008 2 роки тому +2

    I’m from Costa Rica love seeing you enjoying the country.

  • @evanneofficial
    @evanneofficial 2 роки тому +32

    Whooo congratulations!! Love being able to be part of the journey 🤗 I enjoy every single video so much ❤

  • @-PiP-
    @-PiP- 2 роки тому +17

    THAT was intense! Kudos to Louis for being able to navigate through those roads at night! So happy to made it safely! Congratulations you guys! ♥️♥️

  • @lissettecox4830
    @lissettecox4830 2 роки тому +4

    Luis you should be so proud of yourself. Driving that ginormous bus through all those countries and their crazy roads takes a super strong person. Congratulations to you both. Can’t wait to see you grow and build your new home.

  • @deloresthomas5624
    @deloresthomas5624 2 роки тому +11

    Raya and Louis I took a deep breath myself knowing you made it to the end and yet a new beginning for you. Congratulations to you both.

  • @jeroenpuyman6664
    @jeroenpuyman6664 2 роки тому +39

    Congrats on getting there after an epic journey! One question: how are you planning on do it in the future? Louis is British, Raya has two nationalities I believe? Can you just move to Costa Rica like this? Or do you need like a living permit or something?

  • @scottmosier3183
    @scottmosier3183 2 роки тому +2

    Its crazy watching how far you have come, from foodforlouis, to penny boarding around london with steve, and ben, to living in california and now living in costa rica. its amazing.

  • @thesourcepath
    @thesourcepath 2 роки тому +8

    I was literally on the edge of my seat. I see that a lot of others have thought exactly this hahah wow, nice editing! What an adventure, enjoy y'all! I love seeing that excitement as you realize you are coming to your land and get to start the life you have been dreaming of for so long. So much love to you both!

  • @mrshadenoughofallthis911
    @mrshadenoughofallthis911 2 роки тому +9

    Louis was sweating pure adrenaline by the end of that last few hundred metres of that drive. 😥 So pleased you got there in the end!

  • @danielahaight3383
    @danielahaight3383 2 роки тому +3

    The bus made it!! Woohoo!! I'm sure that was a relief in itself. Dealings with the boarders ,papers, and all, you finally made it! Honestly that would stress anyone out. I hope you guys had good rest and can't wait to see the new community. Congrats on getting married!

  • @mikevr29
    @mikevr29 2 роки тому +1

    Pura Vida!!! I'm glad you guys made it safe, i've been following your journey and this CR phase will be amazing, enjoy my beautiful country!!

  • @jopeterson0128
    @jopeterson0128 2 роки тому +2

    Oh my god I cried when you finally made it! Talk about intense! Raya you are such a strong soul, you got this. Congratulations on your wedding and a new chapter in your lives.

  • @JJ-mr2xj
    @JJ-mr2xj 2 роки тому +2

    I was crying with you as you entered Costa Rica and shared your joy. Thank you for taking us along with you on your journey.

  • @nicoleashley8235
    @nicoleashley8235 2 роки тому

    I loved the way you still spoke to each other in kindness when things got really stressful!! Thats tough to do, especially being together so much of the time.💕

  • @BigIslandBear808
    @BigIslandBear808 2 роки тому +1

    You guys are awesome Loius and Raya i love you guys such great peeps

  • @trishrobins5144
    @trishrobins5144 2 роки тому

    congratulations from Trih in New Zealand who has been watching you for years. Can't wait till you start showing us your new life in Cosa Rica.

  • @TheDufresnes
    @TheDufresnes 2 роки тому

    We've lived here for 5 years now! Best Country! Pura Vida and Enjoy

  • @ojlovesdom
    @ojlovesdom 2 роки тому

    Been following along with your videos for 12 years and to watch this video of you literary driving into the next chapter is awesome ! This is so cool

  • @bbeth4
    @bbeth4 2 роки тому +7

    have not watched this fully yet but eeeeeeeeek!!! i’m SOOOO excited to get to see your land and all the content (wedding and not) that is to come!!! ♥️♥️ thanks for always making my day every time you post guys,, my favourite notification to get !

    • @RayaandLouis
      @RayaandLouis  2 роки тому +3

      Aww thank you so much Beth! Really appreciate your support ☺️❤️

  • @joycady8325
    @joycady8325 2 роки тому +1

    OMG, that last 2 miles I'm sitting on the edge of my seat and my heart is pounding!

  • @99phia
    @99phia 2 роки тому

    You should've seen me watching this vlog with my hands on my face and tears in my eyes. Oh my, what a journey. Glad you made it in one piece!

  • @jenniferrodriguez9937
    @jenniferrodriguez9937 2 роки тому

    Iv been watching sens you put the exercise bike in the back of the bus I'm a mom of 4 and wifeiv aways wanted to live on a bus and travel but it is not for my family and was crying watching the bus come over that hill I'm so happy and thankful for yall may blessing continue in your life's and I'm so happy to discover you're Channel and I look forward every week to see the next video I can't express how thankful I am to be able to injoy life with you thank you

  • @sandeeharris6243
    @sandeeharris6243 2 роки тому +1

    Congratulations to you both!! 10,000 miles over the past few months is amazing. You are already married at this point so hopefully you’re settling in well and no longer as stressed/anxious. Thanks for sharing theses amazing adventures with us. Looking forward to what you will share next. All the best!! 😊🎉

  • @carollove8752
    @carollove8752 2 роки тому

    My heart rate went through so many highs this entire journey! Yet every Sunday I came back for more! OMG you literally made it! God is faithful! I thank God so much. I could literally cry. What a story you have to tell your future children. Louis if I ever get stranded anywhere I hope you're there. You are legend! Your poor parents hearts! OMG. Riya. God bless you my sweet lady. May He cause His face shine upon you and give you peace. 🙏🏽May God bless your womb. I just know you're going to be an exceptional mother. I look forward to watching your journey and the channel grow expeditiously! ❤️❤️

  • @SBooher1
    @SBooher1 2 роки тому +2

    I've been on those Costa Rica mountain roads in a bus where the side of the road has washed off down the mountain. Watching your experience brought that all back to me. Congratulations on making it and on your upcoming wedding. Can't wait to see that!!!!! My niece got married in Manual Antonio and it was such a beautiful wedding at sunset on the beach. Wishing the best for you both!

  • @wishlock5695
    @wishlock5695 2 роки тому +1

    I can't imagine the relief and joy your guys felt !!! Congratulations on this achievement!!! It has been quite the adventure following this series! Can't wait for the next chapter !

  • @katherinelemay4507
    @katherinelemay4507 2 роки тому

    I hope you see this Raya, I just wanted to tell you that I deeply felt your anxiety. You should be so proud of yourself for having accomplished what you have done. On top, your adventure is filmed, such great memories to look back on with your future children, plus will teach them a valuable lesson...never give up when it gets tough. Congrats on making it and cheers to your future and wedding!

  • @onedandylion
    @onedandylion 2 роки тому

    You did it!!!! Oh what an adventure! You're a great team and clearly you have stress-tested your relationship over these past few months. I suspect there isn't much you two cannot overcome. Hearty congratulations to you both and I can't wait to see all that comes next.

  • @starshine3248
    @starshine3248 2 роки тому

    OMG...OMG...OMG...Thank Goodness!!! You made it and now can't wait for the wedding week vlogs!

  • @BrightStar0917
    @BrightStar0917 2 роки тому

    I just came back from Costa Rica! Stayed in Guanacaste for 2 weeks. PURA VIDA!

  • @verenaesau7714
    @verenaesau7714 2 роки тому +2

    So happy this part of your story is finally done! Thank you for taking us along for the ride and SOOO excited for this new chapter! ❤️

  • @vaultlife7110
    @vaultlife7110 2 роки тому

    Raya I am so proud of you. Anxiety is terrible but you never gave up. YOU DID IT!

  • @elizabethpeters3740
    @elizabethpeters3740 2 роки тому

    What a roller coaster video…. Happy dance party, nerve racking hills and the parking up of the bus 👏🏼👏🏼🎉💕

  • @sandyc6569
    @sandyc6569 2 роки тому +1

    Welcome home!!! I am beyond happy for you two!!! I can't even begin to imagine the relief The both of you are feeling! Please be safe and take care out there! 🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳

  • @idamaari
    @idamaari 2 роки тому

    dear raya and louis! i hope you have had a wonderful wonderful wedding and that settling in to you new life, new land, new community brings you a lot of joy and peace and ease. that you can slowly - and with your whole heart and body - arrive and enjoy settling down!!! i am so excited for all your stories to come... of how you make this place and this community your home. you chose a wonderful spot for that, i think. thanks for taking us along! sending love from the tyrolian alps, ida

  • @kristendime5469
    @kristendime5469 2 роки тому

    Honestly Raya you did so well with your emotions I feel like I would've cried of frustration so many times from obstacles on the trip. Best of luck on your journey and congrats on your wedding!

  • @greensupernova92
    @greensupernova92 2 роки тому +6

    Congratulations on getting married! I’m so happy for y’all and so excited to see your new journey begin! I have a question about how do you even move to another country and not have to leave? Can you share about how you can stay permanently there? Like what visas do you need etc! Thank you!

  • @shadie242
    @shadie242 2 роки тому

    Unbelievable trip! I have seen very few adventures on these channels that I have felt like was beyond my ability, but I am so proud of both of you. You guys balance each other out so well. Can’t wait to see the wedding!

  • @maryhelen1011
    @maryhelen1011 2 роки тому

    You are both rockstars, making it to your new land and home! Sending lots of love and hugs and hope and peace 💕

  • @milliemaeuschen
    @milliemaeuschen 2 роки тому +2

    loved your dance party on the bus haha :D I literally clapped when you finally made it onto your land! So glad you made it :) you could really tell how relieved you were during the final video clip. I'm glad for all of us that that stressful bus trip is over - it was nerve-racking
    :D

  • @jonnnnnnnx
    @jonnnnnnnx 2 роки тому

    Honestly not cried at a video in such a long time. Congratulations on getting married and arriving at your forever home such an inspirational and powerful video beyond proud of your achievement‘s ❤️

  • @griffin2263
    @griffin2263 2 роки тому

    I love the music when you were reaching the end of the trip ..was like an action movie ... what an amazing trip so glad your home and in your spot

  • @CharLovesFOB
    @CharLovesFOB 2 роки тому

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!! Those clips of the dance party made me so happy!!!! That was SO much stress but I know all the stress and anxiety you went through was worth it. Can't wait to watch the next chapter

  • @jamesmazurstudios
    @jamesmazurstudios 2 роки тому

    As an expat from Canada living in Guanacaste in an off-grid house a piece of advice to you is: go to the local hardware store or Chinese grocery and walk to the back area where all the household bits are and buy a pair of rubber boots for $15. You will soon understand :).

  • @sallysampson628
    @sallysampson628 2 місяці тому

    Wow, just wow! I honestly don’t know how you did this. You both have been so strong together with a shared determination which I guess was strengthened even more by your dream of a whole new life with all that it’ll entail! Well done Louis managing to drive all those miles! Well done Raya for all the unseen things you have done in the background. Wishing you every happiness for your lives together and your new country and home. You’re both so brave!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🍦🍦🥰🙅‍♀️🙅‍♀️

  • @Jewlz82ca
    @Jewlz82ca 2 роки тому

    I am so so happy and excited for you guys!! I am also looking forward to seeing what life is like in the community and of course seeing the progress on the house! Best of luck in the next chapter!!

  • @ColoradoSoundboy
    @ColoradoSoundboy 2 роки тому

    I love seeing y'all celebrating bumping to house music as you make the final push! Congratulations on manifesting your dreams!

    • @ColoradoSoundboy
      @ColoradoSoundboy 2 роки тому

      And I've gotta say Louis you have balls of steel with that driving! The fact that you got your huge home all the way there mostly unscathed is phenomenal. Mad props, brother!

  • @tonimactavish9937
    @tonimactavish9937 2 роки тому

    How exciting, I am so happy for you both. You have found your niche. Your videos are exciting and wonderful. Bless you both.

  • @lenniedavis1294
    @lenniedavis1294 2 роки тому

    It feels surreal to be watching you make to to Costa Rica after watching so many episodes of your life leading up to this. I'm super happy for the both of you and I'm looking forward to more adventures. Also give your bus some extreme tender loving care after, that baby has been through so much and still made it.

  • @malibooo
    @malibooo 2 роки тому +6

    FYI, I haven't been this excited for a finale since Game of Thrones 😂I even made snacks!
    I could so totally do the European Van Life trip but omg this Bus Life trip I would probably have a nervous breakdown! I can't wait for the new chapter!

    • @RayaandLouis
      @RayaandLouis  2 роки тому +1

      Hahaha this is amazing 😂 thank you!! Yeah that European trip seems like a walk in the park now haha. Can’t wait either! ❤️

  • @mikeb5556
    @mikeb5556 2 роки тому

    I ticked "thumbs like" but reflected the "like" was you got there, not the watching. Stressful even on video. It gave me flashbacks to all the old cars I used to drive when younger and never knowing if they would conk out. So glad you are at your new home safe, and a Q&A about your new life choice would be great.

  • @tayahmoon
    @tayahmoon 2 роки тому

    I can't even imagine the stress of driving that big bus. I'm so happy you made it. Cheers to this new chapter in your life. Many blessings 🥳✌️

  • @gingerbread18
    @gingerbread18 2 роки тому

    I really hope you guys continue vlogging and filming this journey for you guys. I've been watching Louis for almost a decade and then you both since you've dated and I'm sooo curious about this community and it's really inspiring!

  • @christinaaguilar2025
    @christinaaguilar2025 2 роки тому

    Glad you guys made it safely! Excited for what’s to come! It’s been an intense journey for sure, but seeing that you’ve made it makes it all worth it! Time to relax and enjoy Costa Rica! Woo!

  • @TheSunMystic
    @TheSunMystic 2 роки тому

    Wow. I felt the stress. Phew you made it. Can't wait to see you soon.

  • @lcyalater1
    @lcyalater1 2 роки тому +1

    Wow, what an ending to your journey!

  • @FnAVanLife
    @FnAVanLife 2 роки тому

    glad you made it. we will be in Costa Rica in a few months we are in Guatemala at the moment. We would love to meet up and help out where we can before we move on to Panama. What a roller coaster ride that video was.

  • @AdventureAwaits1111
    @AdventureAwaits1111 Рік тому

    What an adventure! Congratulations to the both of you!
    I am starting to plan the move....and I LOVE THE BUS. Selling my house, most of my belongings and going back to Bus/RV life and heading to Costa Rica. That is the goal. ❤

  • @hereiknowmyself-jeaniealks377
    @hereiknowmyself-jeaniealks377 2 роки тому +1

    What an incredible journey! Thank you for sharing this! Can’t wait for the wedding video and to see how this community is. I’m following some others that are living or moving there as well so it’s exciting

  • @cherrysworobuk5216
    @cherrysworobuk5216 2 роки тому

    i am not even sad that you guys are putting away the bus because you will be living in one of the most unique and beautiful places I have ever seen and your content will be one of a kind!! I'm so exited for you guys! i hope raya can take a nice relaxing break soon I feel bad for her having so much stress

  • @shellsa1984
    @shellsa1984 2 роки тому

    Wow! So happy for you to have arrived and enter your next chapter. Looking forward to watching what unfolds. Thanks for taking us on this mega adventure 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @tanyahodgson3267
    @tanyahodgson3267 2 роки тому +1

    Wow. Cant wait for the wedding x

  • @TheGeorgieLife
    @TheGeorgieLife 2 роки тому

    Talk about a nail biting “season finale”! So glad you guys made it!

  • @madisonmartin3561
    @madisonmartin3561 2 роки тому

    I’d love to see you react to the videos you made about the trip down to Costa Rica and then give some behind the scenes info about what all was happening off camera!

  • @jluv7397
    @jluv7397 2 роки тому

    I cried 🥲 all happy tears can’t wait to see what’s to come

  • @DiscoverWithDima
    @DiscoverWithDima 2 роки тому +1

    This was an insane journey - but I'm so excited to see what the rest of your life will be like! Looking to see your wedding soon!

  • @jessicadtyson
    @jessicadtyson 2 роки тому

    So proud of you guys!! Long time follower of you both. Inspirational in all aspects. Thank you for sharing your life with us!!

  • @tinavarner7870
    @tinavarner7870 2 роки тому

    Wooo!! This had me in the edge of my couch!
    Soo excited to see your new chapter in Costa Rica!!🙌

  • @Meditations_with_Ilze
    @Meditations_with_Ilze 2 роки тому

    It was such a journey. You are real heroes. Thank you for sharing your vulnerability, Raya. I highly appreciate that. It is not so easy to open your heart to the camera.
    For a couple before the wedding, it is so powerful experience to go through this crazy road together. Congratulations on being the inspiration for other couples! Our couple is quite similar to yours - I like to plan and organize, and my boyfriend likes to enjoy the road and deal with situations that show up without or with just a little preparation. Best of luck in your new chapter! Greetings from Latvia :)

  • @NinetyOneAdventures
    @NinetyOneAdventures 2 роки тому

    This was one of those "on the edge of my seat" vlogs. So many ups and downs! Glad you guys made it!

  • @Candlesinthewoods
    @Candlesinthewoods 2 роки тому +1

    Omg! I’m going to need a drink after this video!!!! Glad you made it!👍🙏

  • @elizabethflanagan9754
    @elizabethflanagan9754 2 роки тому

    Amazing journey to your new home. Its been great seeing you on this trip. Looking forward to seeing your wedding and seeing you biuld your new lives xx

  • @la.woman.
    @la.woman. 2 роки тому

    Louis is the MVP here

  • @texastwostepper2140
    @texastwostepper2140 2 роки тому

    Congratulations on your journey's conclusion! Can't wait to see this land of yours and the community around you!

  • @andreacole9944
    @andreacole9944 2 роки тому

    The EPIC music was perfect for this journey home. Congratulations and many blessings.

  • @mychristmasemporium5927
    @mychristmasemporium5927 2 роки тому +1

    Are you using a tree building company? I feel like you should have one of those nets/hammock things! And a swing under your tree house! I would love a food series section to show all the amazing vegetables and fruit!!
    What photos will you put up?
    I wish you all the luck 🍀!

  • @caromir3277
    @caromir3277 2 роки тому +3

    Woo hoo!! Been so excited to see the CR videos, especially the wedding!!! 😍🤗

    • @RayaandLouis
      @RayaandLouis  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you!! Can’t wait to share 😍

  • @magdalenaaleksandrova8857
    @magdalenaaleksandrova8857 2 роки тому

    I don’t know why, but I feel more excited about your journey from now on than for what has been until here. My question is about this big trip that you have just ended. Please make one summary video about your expectations and the reality of it. What were you not prepared for? What were the biggest struggles and obstacles? Would you recommend a bus life trip after doing it? All the pros and cons :) And about your new life - I am very excited to learn about all processes, workflow & organization of the whole eco community, because my parents are planning to start building such in Bulgaria :) Love you both! ❤️

  • @shoni5182
    @shoni5182 2 роки тому

    Costa Rica was my first travelling experience, I camped in the jungle area just off the beach on Mal Pais for couple of months when I was 21 years old (20 something years ago🥴), backpacked around the country and moved onto Panama. Costa Rica is truly magical, you both have chosen to settle in most beautiful place on earth. Best of luck with your new chapter, excited to watch your journey ☀️🌴🌿🐒

  • @marguiWaterland
    @marguiWaterland 2 роки тому +1

    When Louis told Raya "We are home, baby" I started crying like a baby!!!

    • @RayaandLouis
      @RayaandLouis  2 роки тому +2

      Aw! Haha that’s so sweet ☺️❤️❤️

  • @pandabella2525
    @pandabella2525 2 роки тому

    The lights in front of Louis looks like Christmas lights! I was holding my breath while you were on that last stretch! Congrats 🎉 on making it home!!

  • @heatabayko
    @heatabayko 2 роки тому

    Congratulations on arriving in Costa Rica! It has been an epic journey to follow. Can’t imagine living it! So happy for you!! 🥳

  • @kathyanderson1509
    @kathyanderson1509 2 роки тому

    So glad your home and make it safely. Can't wait for your wedding 😍

  • @BMW7series251
    @BMW7series251 2 роки тому

    FANTASTIC!! That last 1/2 hour was really nail biting! Well done and can't wait to see your future life together. (UK).

  • @lynnhouston805
    @lynnhouston805 2 роки тому

    I'm so happy you made it. Definitely take some time to relax. 🎉

  • @katq6388
    @katq6388 2 роки тому

    Soooo excited for this season of life for you guys! ❤️

  • @molly2177
    @molly2177 2 роки тому +4

    Loved this series, I hope that you’ll be able to enjoy watching them back without ptsd. I lived in Central America for several years and so love being able reminisce through your videos. My question is (and I’m not wanting this to sound rude) but what was the reason behind driving the bus down? Could you not have bought a school bus in CR and renovated it? Or was it more a case of it being an idea that ended up being much more adventurous than you’d imaged? And having done it now, if you were to go back would you do the trip again, maybe without having the time restraints of the wedding?

  • @AventurasDeUnMotero
    @AventurasDeUnMotero 2 роки тому

    I am glad you finally made to Costa Rica! Enjoy our beautiful country. Greetings!!

  • @tacallor
    @tacallor 2 роки тому +1

    Bloody well done!! 👏😆 limping over the finishing line indeed! Gosh🙈 So enjoyed watching your travels. Thank you for sharing!

  • @kimberlymajor5185
    @kimberlymajor5185 2 роки тому

    Welcome home!

  • @sanaracoach8988
    @sanaracoach8988 2 роки тому

    Epic! :D Welcome home, Raya an Louis. Your super bus did serve you well. Enjoy all of you your well deserved rest ;)

  • @quidditchmum
    @quidditchmum 2 роки тому

    Wow!! What an amazing, scary, challenging and rewarding adventure! Louis, you are a rockstar!!! Congratulations!

  • @austingapp4557
    @austingapp4557 2 роки тому

    You guys are some of my biggest inspirations! I love what you guys are doing with life!

  • @nekitas8341
    @nekitas8341 2 роки тому

    After so many bumps in the road (literally) I’m so happy you both made it to your land, your forever home! 🥺❤️❤️❤️

  • @susanwoodley8171
    @susanwoodley8171 2 роки тому

    Congratulations!!!!! So happy you finally made it! (I know this happened a while ago but it's so good to witness!)

  • @SamuelMonteiro16
    @SamuelMonteiro16 2 роки тому

    Congratulations guys what an amazing trip lots of ups and downs but you guys never gave up this is just the start of a new beginning. Cant wait for the next journey 💪🏽🙏🏾

  • @bridgetalves5667
    @bridgetalves5667 2 роки тому

    Oh gosh what a journey 😱You guys must’ve been exhausted! I’m so happy you’re finally on your land and can’t wait to see your wedding vlog. Wishing you so much joy & love 💕