Solo Van Life Crossing Into Guatemala

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  • @RobAndKim444
    @RobAndKim444 8 місяців тому +1

    This has to be the wildest road tripping series we've seen yet on UA-cam, wow awesome 👍

  • @maklis97
    @maklis97 2 роки тому +44

    My favorite: the Louis timelines as he is driving through somewhere! Really brought me back to your old vlogs and where my obsession for traveling began!!

    • @JordanPike
      @JordanPike 2 роки тому +2

      I thought you were Raya, lol

    • @maklis97
      @maklis97 2 роки тому +1

      @@JordanPike lol! What a compliment!! She is so beautiful! She is actually one of the first people in my life (I started watching them in high school) that I saw that had similar hair type and body type as me!! And she always inspired me to step out of my comfort zone!

  • @stephxtravel
    @stephxtravel 2 роки тому +59

    Just so y’all are aware, you can buy a GPS that only shows you directions that a bus and semi can use.

    • @NotBROLL
      @NotBROLL 2 роки тому +3

      I was going to say, isn't there a GPS app that shows safe roads for trucks/busses?

    • @RayaandLouis
      @RayaandLouis  2 роки тому +13

      We had one in the states but haven’t found one that works in Mexico/Central America. Do you know go one?

  •  2 роки тому +25

    What a wild ride Louis! This felt like your old school vlogs, such good vibes. I always appreciate you sharing your adventures and showing us the world!

  • @PrincessChild22
    @PrincessChild22 2 роки тому +30

    I have to think that Raya was VERY happy she didn't have to go through all that haha! I'm just so amazed at how well you both deal with these travel challenges, ESP the bus on the tiny roads! Well done!

  • @dmcentYT
    @dmcentYT 2 роки тому +73

    Louie you’d killed me with this one lol this should be labeled “The anxiety inducing” episode lol

  • @EarthRoamingAdventures
    @EarthRoamingAdventures 2 роки тому +3

    We did the exact same thing going to that campsite in San Cristobal in our EarthRoamer (some got a $2000 fine), cant believe your bus didn't overheat on the way up there let alone cook your brakes on the way down
    This must have filmed a wile ago as the same swiss truck (Simon i think) is still there in Oaxaca camp spot when we were there.

  • @vonhammershark
    @vonhammershark 2 роки тому +7

    I know it must be tedious maneuvering that big school bus on those tiny roads, but I love seeing the vibrant, beautiful villages and townspeople 💙

  • @SideTripLife
    @SideTripLife 2 роки тому +4

    Imagine the locals thoughts seeing Louis casually cruising along on a boosted board in the middle of nowhere, with camera in one hand, drone in the other and controller clenched in teeth (lol;) Glad it all worked out and thx for a great vlog

  • @AdeleneTMP
    @AdeleneTMP 2 роки тому +18

    Can't wait for Raya and Louis reunion as well as the next vlog like always!! Great job like always, Louis!

  • @indylaura99
    @indylaura99 2 роки тому +10

    You should spend the $400 and invest in a trucker GPS. It will keep you in places where semis can go.

  • @LissaAOE
    @LissaAOE 2 роки тому +7

    Watching you drive through those streets is so stressful 😆 I said OMG out loud so many times!! 😂 These vlogs are the best

  • @delightfullaw344
    @delightfullaw344 2 роки тому +3

    So proud of you Louie, you did a fantastic job, all the stressful situations alone, handled it so well.

  • @travelbubble3776
    @travelbubble3776 2 роки тому +1

    Oh gosh! I think I’ll choose van life over bus life! That’s seems very stressful!
    Oh my, that PUPPY!! 🐶😍😍😍

  • @riannatripp6594
    @riannatripp6594 2 роки тому +3

    Louis you’re bloody awesome for driving in these conditions 👏👏

  • @la_vida_de_melissa
    @la_vida_de_melissa 2 роки тому +11

    google maps doesn't offer the option for trucks but you need to find an app with that functionality. It's assuming you're driving a normal vehicle ...

  • @myema5694
    @myema5694 2 роки тому +14

    OMG! More tiny streets! At least you didn't get arrested. Glad you made it across the border safely. Hope you have good weather and wide streets ahead...

  • @PHBLOZ
    @PHBLOZ 2 роки тому +1

    its all part of the journey and how you roll with it shows real maturity.
    well done and no dramas!

  • @kingterry2020
    @kingterry2020 2 роки тому +20

    This was very entertaining 😂 Raya must be so glad she wasn’t there for the stress of this😆. You make it look easy tho Louis, always putting an optimistic, positive and problem solving spin on things. Way to go!

    • @RayaandLouis
      @RayaandLouis  2 роки тому +15

      Hahaha I thought this exact same thing watching this 😂 very grateful that my job in LA aligned with me missing this 😜 he’s so incredible in these situations, i don’t know how he stays so calm ❤️

    • @JordanPike
      @JordanPike 2 роки тому +1

      It's him believing in the goodness of people! All will be well :)

  • @Bromillham
    @Bromillham 2 роки тому +2

    I think you guys should install some rear cameras on the bus for when you need to back up. Also some cameras to watch your blind stop to help with turns too.

  • @domzjb5053
    @domzjb5053 2 роки тому +1

    Gotta go with the bike man, that was a heck of a hike back

  • @cyndicunanan400
    @cyndicunanan400 2 роки тому +3

    First! I’ve been sitting here drinking my coffee and waiting. Thanks for posting.

  • @kerryteale6141
    @kerryteale6141 2 роки тому +4

    Wow so much anxiety down them streets for me and you kept smiling and dancing, well done 👏🏻👏🏻

  • @erkinalp
    @erkinalp 2 роки тому +1

    5:12 On the good side, you are experiencing what city bus routes look like without actually carrying passengers.

  • @sweetttravels3615
    @sweetttravels3615 2 роки тому +3

    As a 30ft class C dweller, I experienced major anxiety watching you drive those streets but also wanted to applaud you and tell you how impressed I was! 🤣

  • @arianatesso997
    @arianatesso997 2 роки тому

    Chiapas has beautiful lush lands and waterfalls you need to do a trip there I’m sure you would both love it

  • @tj8284
    @tj8284 2 роки тому +2

    Love it when you 2 post makes me super happy thanks for posting ☺️

    • @RayaandLouis
      @RayaandLouis  2 роки тому

      Thank you TJ! Really appreciate it ☺️❤️

  • @robertcoulter7592
    @robertcoulter7592 2 роки тому

    Mate! This is a super fun video! All the fun, colour and randomness of what travelling is about! Love it man! Take it easy and drive safe!

  • @cunningdeb3129
    @cunningdeb3129 2 роки тому +2

    I swear Louis I'm getting so good at holding my breath watching you maneuver those narrow streets. Isn't there a way of letting google know you're a bus and can't go thru pencil thin streets?!

  • @KarolisJukna
    @KarolisJukna 2 роки тому +1

    when navigating with google you can choose your vehicle type, u know, wide or tall , truck or boat etc so it guides you though a propper road, not a bicycle lane :DD

  • @HeyItsMaori
    @HeyItsMaori 2 роки тому

    The Guatemala border crossing seemed simple. I’m glad everything went safely.

  • @MrKuschelTieger
    @MrKuschelTieger 2 роки тому

    Hey I used to watch a lot of travel videos and they all fired up this flame in hey heart for traveling. Then I was finally old enough to travel on my own so I did that for a couple of years. Having seen a lot now and a lot of travel videos as well I have to say ... you are doing it again. Lighting up that flame in my heart and getting me excited for traveling.🙌🙌 You recent Episodes Mexico till Guatemala are really really good. 👌👌

  • @rakong246
    @rakong246 2 роки тому

    Wow Louis, you're a trooper. What an adventure! Your stamina is incredible.

  • @kevinirungu6885
    @kevinirungu6885 2 роки тому

    Oh yes. We had been waiting for this one.

  • @StylebytheGLAMguru
    @StylebytheGLAMguru 2 роки тому +1

    So excited to see the upload this morning! I’ve been waiting to see what happens next! Exciting and semi stressful to watch 😂

  • @archieprice8671
    @archieprice8671 2 роки тому

    Guatemala is lovely I went there years ago and visited the Mayan temples and went on zip lines

  • @trishrobins5144
    @trishrobins5144 2 роки тому +1

    You are so resilient Louis; you must be totally exhausted - I feel exhausted watching you from New Zealand !! Hola.

  • @theglamgamer6584
    @theglamgamer6584 2 роки тому

    Guatemala looks so beautiful! wow.

  • @RocketDog73
    @RocketDog73 2 роки тому

    Super sketchy drive through those town roads. Nice driving 😎👍

  • @malibooo
    @malibooo 2 роки тому +3

    I've bitten all my fingernails off with this episode 😂 These vlogs are the highlight of my Sunday!!

  • @olgabombard6277
    @olgabombard6277 2 роки тому

    I'm a Latina lady and I loved all the music, it made dance!! Your adventure keep me on my toes! I can almost get car sick from your driving haha!

  • @fionabrown3428
    @fionabrown3428 2 роки тому +9

    Oh my anxiety levels went through the roof on this one, Louis your so brave, but I bet Raya was glad she missed this leg of the journey!! 🚙⛰️🌇🤪🙈 Then for good measure you pull the classic old trick, lets see how far I can go on a tank of fuel, gliding up within metres of the pump on empty!!! Not stressful at all, think I need to lay down!! 🤪🚙⛽🤦😅😂🤣

  • @marianap2328
    @marianap2328 2 роки тому

    Don't know how you do this🤯, such an adventure, amazing video🤩

  • @geoffmerritt
    @geoffmerritt 2 роки тому

    Love the shifting contents of the bus... every shot is different.

  • @Sammy315Gaming
    @Sammy315Gaming 2 роки тому

    Guatemala baby!!! Hope you enjoy your stay and be safe! Safe travels to the both of you!!

  • @garyezard7512
    @garyezard7512 2 роки тому

    Theirs never a dull moment with you Louis … great driving though 🍺

  • @amhanddmbluv
    @amhanddmbluv 2 роки тому +1

    I cant wait for you and raya to be united again ❤️

  • @_arony
    @_arony 2 роки тому

    Cool, you are crossing Guatemala, I hope I could see your bus crossing my country, Honduras. Have a good trip!

  • @SirKonrad
    @SirKonrad 2 роки тому

    Looking forward to seeing you guys explore Guatemala! 🇬🇹

  • @tonimactavish9937
    @tonimactavish9937 2 роки тому

    What a stressful adventure. Bless you for keeping your cool .

  • @jimdc617
    @jimdc617 2 роки тому

    Oh my, I couldn’t cope with all you take on - kudos to you - amazingly cool problem solver 🚌👍

  • @soraya4890
    @soraya4890 2 роки тому

    Love love these vlogs..so adventurous...i hold my breath while you are driving those tiny roads

  • @pyfyc
    @pyfyc 2 роки тому

    Louis, this episode is sick. Loving your old style vloging vibe.

  • @mettamakers
    @mettamakers 2 роки тому

    we stopped at the same RV park again;)
    We're are Rancho San Nicolas right now.
    safe journeys

  • @NorCalTravelBug
    @NorCalTravelBug 2 роки тому

    You must be the LUCKIEST person in the world!!! From memory a long time ago you and Raya were in the red Wander VW bus (I'm spelling it wrong) and did the same thing coasting in with just fumes into the gas station somewhere like Montana or Wyoming. I'm cheering you on with applause and love!! Thank you for sharing your happiness!!!

    • @RayaandLouis
      @RayaandLouis  2 роки тому

      Hahaha yes! Wow what a great memory!

  • @xyzcomp08
    @xyzcomp08 2 роки тому +1

    This is Louis being Louis more than Louis has before. Louis Louis.

  • @charlenechua6073
    @charlenechua6073 2 роки тому

    Morning, it is only louis show solo bus life today
    Great adventure episode

  • @Immis_snow_globe
    @Immis_snow_globe 2 роки тому +1

    your vlogs bring me peace x

  • @wasonworld
    @wasonworld 2 роки тому

    Brilliant Video Louis , we loving you out here in Turkey , you are so inspiring that I had to start my own channel

  • @phynx2006
    @phynx2006 2 роки тому +1

    What happened to the air conditioning you installed in the bus 🤔 You must have nerves of steel my man 💪 those narrow streets with that bus 😱 but dam the country side looks scenic 👍😎👍

  • @I_am_Lauren
    @I_am_Lauren 2 роки тому +4

    Driving that bus seems so damn stressful. I'm not very spatially aware so there's no way I'd be able to do that. LOL

  • @joycady8325
    @joycady8325 2 роки тому

    Jeeezzz, holding my breath going down those narrow streets🙀

  • @JordanPike
    @JordanPike 2 роки тому

    Oh man Louis, you got so close to Lake Atitlán! That would have been a cool stop off for you! Antigua is definitely cute!

  • @Chloe-tu5qe
    @Chloe-tu5qe 2 роки тому +1

    I had to look away at certain parks, my anxiety was through the roooooffff

  • @lynnbittner5190
    @lynnbittner5190 2 роки тому

    Louis you must have nerves of steel 😄 Thanks for taking us along!

  • @jameshampton8730
    @jameshampton8730 2 роки тому

    Big adventures. Good job Louis

  • @debbieholman906
    @debbieholman906 2 роки тому

    Awesome travel video. Thanks for sharing

  • @laurajohnson2450
    @laurajohnson2450 2 роки тому

    My blood pressure can't take anymore driving videos😂 I don't know how you stay so calm! But it is so impressive. And I know it will be SO worth it!!!!😊

  • @lightwarrior1
    @lightwarrior1 2 роки тому

    I'm really proud of you !!😊
    Well done🤗🌼
    Thanks for posting!!
    I was wondering how are you doing...
    I'm glad that you are Ok😊🤩
    See you soon🤗

  • @katiemakemson
    @katiemakemson 2 роки тому +2

    Hola! Welcome to Guatemala! Are you guys still in Guatemala? My family has a boutique hotel at Lake Atitlan if you guys would like a small break from the bus. We would love to host you. Enjoy Guatemala.

    • @RayaandLouis
      @RayaandLouis  2 роки тому +1

      Hey Katie! Could you send me a dm on Instagram? Would love to chat! @rayawashere

    • @katiemakemson
      @katiemakemson 2 роки тому

      Sent you a message. Thank you

  • @bamamarie67
    @bamamarie67 2 роки тому +2

    I know it may be a little late but you need to be useing a RV GPS

  • @alexoficeland
    @alexoficeland 2 роки тому +2

    Raya: so much less stressful not crossing Guatemala border.
    Louis: to walk or hitchhike to stamp my passport?

  • @cherrysworobuk5216
    @cherrysworobuk5216 2 роки тому

    ok but seriously cudos to louis for driving the bus so well he deserves it

  • @TheSlider126
    @TheSlider126 2 роки тому

    Bienvenido a Guatemala 🇬🇹 👍

  • @sallepe83
    @sallepe83 2 роки тому

    You like the buses!busses!! They are actually school busses fron usa
    There's a documentary called LA camioneta and it shows how they come here and buy the buses and bring them to Guatemala to fix them

  • @Cinab
    @Cinab 2 роки тому +1

    How did you do it? Driving on those little streets would have given me so much anxiety!! Great work!

  • @janonthelam3418
    @janonthelam3418 2 роки тому +1

    Guatemala is so worth it though!

  • @MsHappyvegan
    @MsHappyvegan 2 роки тому +1

    If this was me driving a big rig like that, I'd be pre-trip Google Street viewing through the entire route!

  • @starshine3248
    @starshine3248 2 роки тому

    OMGoodness....I was a nervous wreck watching this, I had to take some cbd...and had to keep watching to make sure you were okay! Stay safe...may the force be with you

  • @merc4078
    @merc4078 2 роки тому +2

    honestly idk what made you guys think driving a bus of that size was a good idea for this trip. did ya'll not research the areas you'd be driving through?

  • @melanieshirkey5276
    @melanieshirkey5276 2 роки тому

    What a amazing drive! Stay safe!

  • @dianaolsen01
    @dianaolsen01 2 роки тому +1

    Never been so early. Hi from Norway!

  • @MJBsays
    @MJBsays 2 роки тому

    Antigua is such a gorgeous city. I hope you've done a video about it and not just passed through it.

  • @beckybarrett7452
    @beckybarrett7452 2 роки тому

    I like the green map. I never really thought of how big the Central American countries are.

  • @carollove8752
    @carollove8752 2 роки тому +1

    The good ole Louis vlogs! Special kind of charm! 👌🏾❤️ next time don't hitchhike with your British passport in full sight!

  • @bohoxplorer840
    @bohoxplorer840 2 роки тому +2

    OMFG I was hanging in the edge of seat..worried about you get electrocuted or arrested again. So happy you made it out of that tiny town Lois ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @sharibenjiemahigab9260
    @sharibenjiemahigab9260 2 роки тому +2

    When starting your bus. Turn key. Wait for cycle to stop and then turn key. Don’t just turn the key right away. Yes - I’m a school bus driver;)

  • @Salgood
    @Salgood 2 роки тому +1

    Ok, why the HR heck aren't you double checking these routes with your bus in mind?!

  • @AbandonedCanada-333
    @AbandonedCanada-333 2 роки тому +2

    I'm going to go out on a limb here and say, Google directed you that way because they probably don't know you are driving a bus. Most people are not driving buses! I would think after your last experience you would do a little more research LOL...

  • @sallyl5071
    @sallyl5071 2 роки тому

    Louis, you always almost give me mini heat attacks 😁.I worry about you. You seem like such a sweet soul and this bus driving seems very stressful. You are very impressive with your many skills, esp driving. I've heard from many vloggers that it's not safe to drive at night so I wish you would stop doing that ,LOL... Lately I've been watching a lot of cruise vloggers and thinking maybe you and Reya should look into that.. Boy those people think they have a job reporting on cruises it's nothing to what you guys go through in your travels. Think about it you guys.Its tons of fun and you travel and still vlog but you would need a home base. Sorry you probably don't want to hear my two cents. I enjoy you both very much but it's so worrisome watching you have to navigate that huge bust through these narrow roads..Ok stay safe , take care...Sally from Md ✌🚐

  • @lisacamp1964
    @lisacamp1964 2 роки тому

    I found your channel after watching your VW bus convrsion to electric (watched that entire series!) now I am loving watchng you and Raya traveling! I must please ask you to consider getting helmets when you drive your motorized bikes and skateboards. My hubby had a brain bleed 10 yrs ago, he lived!!! But he does have a brain injury and it lasts a lifetime. Louis suffers from bad knees, can you imagine a brain injury? Please, please wear some helmets!!

  • @susandibble3525
    @susandibble3525 2 роки тому

    Great job Louis 🙏👏👏👏😁✌️💕

  • @KnoxandQuinn
    @KnoxandQuinn 2 роки тому

    Awesome video, way to persevere

  • @Olivia-zq2wr
    @Olivia-zq2wr 2 роки тому

    Highlight of my Sundays'

  • @dannydanny9875
    @dannydanny9875 2 роки тому

    They had similar events on the KingingIt Vlogs while getting Towed

  • @nosleeptv6461
    @nosleeptv6461 2 роки тому

    You got balls of steel trying to squeeze that bus through those tiny streets

  • @bruhonyt1542
    @bruhonyt1542 2 роки тому +1

    I did not see Raya even once

  • @julialuminasalsa
    @julialuminasalsa 2 роки тому

    You should be able to select your vehicle type on google maps! That would be a life saver. Still a GREAT job louis! Loved this vlog.

  • @quetzalteco5024
    @quetzalteco5024 2 роки тому

    Welcome to Guatemala

  • @aur-raw
    @aur-raw 2 роки тому

    I would die of stress driving through tiny streets.