yay I'm from Gisborne born & breed, now caravaning in the Australian bush with hubby, my sons 4yrs & 7yrs old & our staffy Richiemccaw been doing the caravan life now for almost 3 years & loving it!
Congratulations on 2 years! I’m super pleased to hear you may be gracing our UK shores next year. I am in the old Roman city of Chester, York is pretty amazing too for historic places of interest. Both counties (Cheshire and Yorkshire) are in the north of England. Cheshire (where I am) is in the northwest. I love to follow you as I am also a woman, but in my fifties. I dream of living in my caravan and travelling in my country but I am not sure I could be as brave as you. I really enjoy seeing where you go, I have never been to NZ. You rare an inspiration and I wish you another year ahead of happy travels. Best wishes to you.
Thank you! What a lovely message. I just googled Chester and looks like a seriously picturesque place. I like how much history there is in the area - that is what we lack in New Zealand, haha. I hope my videos help you visualise if you could caravan yourself one day.
My wife and I are busy selling up and will be doing it together in a caravan, I will be going through all your videos soon. Thanks awesome job on these videos.
I will be at work so won't get to watch this live. Looking forward to watching it later on in the day. Congratulations on two years and your growing channel.
Congratulations on 2 years well done, very pleased you are considering the UK. If you are ever near my location would love to meet you, I know I will be available as I’ve retired today in fact as a nurse after many years service.Hope you grace our little part of the world with your company, love the vlogs and seeing how well you have adapted to your lifestyle, Giving the rest of us hope and inspiration.
@@TravellingK hi Karen, im not far from the lake district which is a beautiful area, if you do plan to visit the the uk its a must place to see. So if you do manage to visit the lake district, please let me know or mention it on one of your vlogs and I will leave a comment :)
Great year update. Just imagine where you are going to be in another year. You have seen so much but you have so much more to see...i like many of your followers would love to join you on your next adventure in person so you can bet we will be following you in your Vlogs. Keep at it Girl...Vic
@@TravellingK WOW 3 Years, the time has sure flown by. But that is what happens when you are doing what you enjoy doing. And you do seem to enjoy what you are doing and doing it well I must add. I can't wait to see where you will be in year 4...Yes I said year 4 and it will I am quite confidant to say, will also be a great one for yourself. Have fun now get out there Girl...Vic
Hi, I have just found your channel and subscribed. I saw your video interview on Mari Johnson's channel. I live in Melbourne Australia. My mum was a New Zealander and was born in Palmerston North. Hence, I have a big interest in New Zealand. I travelled to New Zealand five times on holidays from Australia during the 1970's, staying with relatives at the time. You mentioned about having fridge problems. We have a bar fridge here that has stopped working recently. Fortunately, we have another larger fridge, but it is certainly noticeable not being able to use the bar fridge. Anyway, thanks for sharing your interesting videos. All the very best. Robert.
Thank you for subscribing! And so great to hear you saw the interview with Mari. I lived in Melbourne for a couple of years and love that city - so many events and great food spots 😀
I have watched your videos from the beginning I’m amazed how you cope with your caravan problems your so determine and strong minded Good on you and I go to Tony’s tyres in Hastings they fix car punctures for free usually
Thanks for another great vid. Please, please, please come to the UK next year. All my freinds would love to meet you. Keep up the good work and good luck with the free-lancing. Respect Mike
The Thetford 3 way fridge does not work efficiently on 12v. You cannot control the temperature it is just on or off. If you want to use 12v you need to source a 12v compressor fridge, more expense.
Yup K bad idea to use the 12v on your fridge you may have 390 amp hour but it would eat that overnight easy The 12v side of your fridge should only be used when you have your car plugged in and engine running and the power is supplied via your car battery charged by your car alternator. I'm not sure if you are correct with the UK setting with the fridge I think I would have my fridge serviced as over time the burner and burner shield gets rusty and the rust dust falls on to the burner and can block the gas jet this will stop the gas getting through and give a smaller flame to power the fridge before you think about a fridge change Good Luck K
Ive just come across your videos for the first time. Finding it inspirational! I just bought a very similar caravan 4 months ago and started living in it. Im not travelling because i have a permanent job unfortunately lol. Im doing this to save money to buy a house in 2 years hopefully. Im on the south island near christchurch. Learning a lot so these videos are very helpfull. Thanks and good luck!
Yes, I'm currently in the South Island 😀Sorry to hear you're struggling to find a place... are they not wanting long term stayers? Are you a NZMCA member? They have a few more options...
@@TravellingK Hey. Sounds like your having a blast. Im not a member no. Might have to consider it but im limited since i have to stay close to my work. Ive actually been staying on private properties renting from the owners. I have one place lined up but im just a bit picky lol. Parking next to someones house doesn't give you much privacy. Nice to hear from you again. Cheers
All I can say is DONT run the fridge off your batteries, it’ll eat the battery power and it’s not really designed to run in that way, 12v designed for when towing to keep an already cold fridge cold enough for a tow not for longer term use. Could we ship a new PCB for your fridge from here??
Wooo south island! Hope I get to meet you, I live in Chch. Suggestions: Stay in Quinney's bush campground during warmer months, it's between Murchison and Nelson. They have a waterslide, flying foxes, and awesome river/swimming hole out the back. Stay somewhere in Motueka, Motueka is a good base for exploring Kaiteriteri, Abel Tasman, seeing the vineyards, wineries, swimming beaches, riwaka river, all kinds of good stuff. I have a "NZ Backpacking - Nelson Tasman" playlist on my channel with lots of vlogs from this area. So much fun stuff to do. Stay somewhere in central otago in winter, like Queenstown, Cromwell, Wanaka. You have access to skifields, and prices are not as high for things in winter like they are in summer, plus lots of fun things to do in Queenstown, it's a tourist town. Stay somewhere in The Catlins (ideally summer months). Ie- the following towns south of Dunedin, ie- Owaka, Purakaunui, Waikawa, Slope Point, Otara... Catlins is amazing scenery, native bush, beaches, waterfalls, fur seals, lighthouses. I warn you though, the ocean water is cold, even in summer.
Simply just buy a Dometic compressor fridge-PORTABLE, they come in excellent sizes and they do not loose the temperature you set, SUING 95% less energy:) Did you buy that trailer NEW?
I don't know if you already plan your trip to the UK, but if you did not find a good place, have looking in Paris, a lot a job don't require you to speak French ;) Just an advice from a new fan, and maybe yeah because I live in Paris :)
I have been able to visit Paris a couple of times before and think it's an amazing city! Suspect I wont be able to visit this trip though😥Glad you're enjoying the channel.
Have a look at the Bus Life Nz whanau who are living in a schoolie bus with 2 kids. They're originally from Christchurch but have been travelling mainly around the South Is.
Sorry just read my comment. Doesn't really make sense. Bus Life NZ you tube series whanau they've toured the South island and given some really good place to stay. Now that you have more power - more opportunities to freedom camp. Are you still in the Bay?
hehe I've hit the comment button too soon before too. I follow Bus Life NZ and have stayed at camping spots they have recommended in the past, like the DoC campground up north. I'm now along the west coast 😀
That's awesome. Wish I knew you were in the Bay - I would've paid a visit. Nemine next time perhaps. Yeah the summer's are hot here. Your poor fridge. Lol. Travel safe on your next adventure. Happy 2nd anniversary too🎉
3 way fridges are only OK to run on 12v if the engine is running and you have the alternator set up to charge your batteries. But it may be OK if you have full batteries and you are in full sunlight but I can't guarantee that that is safe. Never run it via 240v option on inverter power. Just realised this vid that just popped up is from 2 years ago! But the info I posted may be of interest to others.
The issues with the caravan are probably not that surprising, they're just not built to be used 24/7, 365, and they're all built to a price (which is usually low.) Also, the three-way fridge is not really a good solution, they're very inefficient and prone to issues compared to a 12 volt DC compressor fridge. But of course you get what you get with a caravan - but, if you do have to replace it, move to a 12 volt compressor model. Especially with a decent battery pack.
Good point about their construction. Yeah, I keep hearing of others having issues with the 3way fridge on gas too. A compressor fridge is on my wish list!
Oh wow it would be amazing if you came to the U.K.! We could have a Travelling K meet up where all your U.K. followers could meet you and you could see all our vans! You must visit Yorkshire where I come from whilst you’re here - It is stunning! 🇬🇧 🇬🇧
Hi Karen great video reminiscing over your last 2 years of your caravan travels I enjoy following your adventures were would you be heading if you came over to the UK.?
Thank you Liz 😀It's personally interesting reflecting on all that's happened. I'm still unsure of where I'll come while in the UK. I'm keen to meet people while over there, so want to learn where everyone's based!
Your fridge will draw around 10 amps on 12 volts DC so not a good idea to run off the batteries for a long time. A small electric fan running in the flue area behind the fridge will assist with cooling air flow behind the fridge on especially hot days.
Hmmm the fan at the back is something I really should look into! And from peoples reactions... sounds like attaching the fridge to the battery isn't a good idea!
😂😂😂Just need to figure out how to get them home! I'm keen to hear about where I should go. I did live in London for a couple of years but pre-caravan times...
@@TravellingK there is a site on u tube with this on it. .we had this problem with our caravan. .and found out about on u tube. ..hope this helps. .Alan
Thanks for your video, I am thinking to live in caravan @ Queenstown, How much it cost you roughly to live in caravan ? Is it okay to park on non powered sites & depend on battery
Hello. Just saw your video. I did do a video on my costs of living in the caravan if you look through my old videos. You can park on non-powered sites, but you would need a solar panel and decent batteries to live comfortably.
Hi I came across your channel whilst looking at places to visit in New Zealand, I’m here now in corumandel at present any recommendations of places to visit? I’m from Yorkshire in uk
Glad you came across my channel! There're plenty of places I'd recommend. Have you made it to Port Jackson in the Coromandel? Or Hahei with Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach? If you're going south, there's the best waterfall in the North Island just outside of Matamata - Wairere Falls. I could keep suggesting more?? haha
Yes I know how connect 12v to run the fridge but not good idea because they use about 5 to 6 amps so it would drain your battery half way in about 32.5hrs. The 12v running on your fridge is good for when your driving and your car is keeping your batteries topped up. If you want to know more just ask.
I was hoping to use it as a backup for when it's playing up on gas. I know it's suppose to be just for when you're driving, but would be nice to have it connected to my batteries. Would be keen to learn more.
Ah it would be great to meet up if you come to England, are you planning on hiring a caravan? If so you will have to come and stay on the farm I am living on in my caravan :)
Hi K, have you checked out the many caravan forums that are operating in Australia, there is thousands here and they do have a lot of British caravans running around as well, they also have thousands operating on Solar only, i have a new caravan running full solar so we can free camp around this massive country, the only time we use caravan parks is to top up with water otherwise we are100% solar just using the fridge on 12 volt, 240 volt, this is the new breed of Dometic with new compressors drawing less power from the batteries. i think some of your questions regarding your caravan should be directed here because like NZ we have the many different climates ranging from freezing to over 40degs and the range of experience on some of these sites are invaluable, and may even be able to help you more than our British counterparts. if you need some leads I'm more than prepared to help. Congrats on your 2 years living in a caravan
Hi K, just had a quick look for you and found dozens of sites, just key in Caravan forums Australia and they will hit you like a cricket bat, there is even a company that imports British caravans as well, who knows, may help you get cheaper spare parts, but last night i was looking at someone who had the same problem as you are having with your fridge and they were able to rectify the problem
Travelling K Also check out www.hopewell.co.nz that's further out the Kenepuru road, if you need to get out of the caravan for a couple of nights. It's the best hostel in the world. 😎
Hi Karen There are some really beautiful places , and some very nice cities too, I think Oxford is one of my favourites and of course there are the seaside towns They vary so much from southern and northern , the northern ones are very chavvy ( I’m not sure you will understand that term ) but google it to find out
A range of ways. I get it sent to a family member. I get it sent to an office if freelancing there. I get it sent to a post shop when I know I'll be in the area.
paul dutchman Its the sweeping generalisation made without thinking that is hurtful to people who live and choose to holiday Blackpool. There are far too many insensitive comments or thumbs down given on You Tube. However we are all entitled to our opinions. Fun to chat.
You are one clever girl on the subject of backing a caravan. I’m going to get myself a toy car & caravan to practice backing. My caravan is permanently parked in a camping ground in Lawrence Otago at $1 per day. But there may be a time I need to move it somewhere. By the way it’s a great camping ground but it closes from Easter till Labour weekend.
yay I'm from Gisborne born & breed, now caravaning in the Australian bush with hubby, my sons 4yrs & 7yrs old & our staffy Richiemccaw been doing the caravan life now for almost 3 years & loving it!
Great to hear! What a great lifestyle :)
You are a nice person with a kind heart a rare quality in today's messed up world...
Thank you Tim 😀
Congrats on 2-years caravanning Karen & thanks for sharing your ups & downs with us. Trip to the UK - now that's quite a thought :-)
Happy to share the ups and downs!
Congratulations on 2 years! I’m super pleased to hear you may be gracing our UK shores next year. I am in the old Roman city of Chester, York is pretty amazing too for historic places of interest. Both counties (Cheshire and Yorkshire) are in the north of England. Cheshire (where I am) is in the northwest. I love to follow you as I am also a woman, but in my fifties. I dream of living in my caravan and travelling in my country but I am not sure I could be as brave as you. I really enjoy seeing where you go, I have never been to NZ. You rare an inspiration and I wish you another year ahead of happy travels. Best wishes to you.
Sorry - that should read “You are an inspiration’ :)
Thank you! What a lovely message. I just googled Chester and looks like a seriously picturesque place. I like how much history there is in the area - that is what we lack in New Zealand, haha. I hope my videos help you visualise if you could caravan yourself one day.
My wife and I are busy selling up and will be doing it together in a caravan, I will be going through all your videos soon. Thanks awesome job on these videos.
That's exciting for you! Really glad to hear these videos are helpful
Great video and well done on 2 years in your caravan. I really look forward to your repair videos. Thanks Karen
Good to know you enjoy the repair videos! Some are definitely coming soon, haha
I love your videos. Congrats on the 2 year mark.
Thank you Janine! Seriously, the 2 years has flown past!
I will be at work so won't get to watch this live. Looking forward to watching it later on in the day. Congratulations on two years
and your growing channel.
Yes, it will be watchable later on - I'm curious to see how this new premiere feature goes. And thank you - time has flown!
@@TravellingK Finally got to watch this in full tonight, Well done, keep tracking you are doing brilliantly
Congratulations on 2 years well done, very pleased you are considering the UK. If you are ever near my location would love to meet you, I know I will be available as I’ve retired today in fact as a nurse after many years service.Hope you grace our little part of the world with your company, love the vlogs and seeing how well you have adapted to your lifestyle, Giving the rest of us hope and inspiration.
Hi Paul, oh you've just retired! And I do want to meet as many people as possible - what area are you based in?
@@TravellingK hi Karen, im not far from the lake district which is a beautiful area, if you do plan to visit the the uk its a must place to see. So if you do manage to visit the lake district, please let me know or mention it on one of your vlogs and I will leave a comment :)
I have heard the area is beautiful 😀I would like to explore that part of the UK!
Great just let me know when 😀
Wow! The UK! You might see us in our teeny Eriba caravan. Been full time for 4 months with hubby and 4 dogs😁😁
Oh great! And nicely done with 4 dogs! 🐕🐩🐕🐩
Fantastic, I have been full time in my little Coachman for 7 months, I am in the North East :)
Great year update. Just imagine where you are going to be in another year. You have seen so much but you have so much more to see...i like many of your followers would love to join you on your next adventure in person so you can bet we will be following you in your Vlogs. Keep at it Girl...Vic
Can you believe that my 3 year video will be soon after I get back from this UK trip!
@@TravellingK WOW 3 Years, the time has sure flown by. But that is what happens when you are doing what you enjoy doing. And you do seem to enjoy what you are doing and doing it well I must add. I can't wait to see where you will be in year 4...Yes I said year 4 and it will I am quite confidant to say, will also be a great one for yourself. Have fun now get out there Girl...Vic
Hi, I have just found your channel and subscribed. I saw your video interview on Mari Johnson's channel. I live in Melbourne Australia. My mum was a New Zealander and was born in Palmerston North. Hence, I have a big interest in New Zealand. I travelled to New Zealand five times on holidays from Australia during the 1970's, staying with relatives at the time. You mentioned about having fridge problems. We have a bar fridge here that has stopped working recently. Fortunately, we have another larger fridge, but it is certainly noticeable not being able to use the bar fridge. Anyway, thanks for sharing your interesting videos. All the very best. Robert.
Thank you for subscribing! And so great to hear you saw the interview with Mari. I lived in Melbourne for a couple of years and love that city - so many events and great food spots 😀
Here’s to year 3! It would be great to see you in the UK! Cheers Oliver
Thanks! And hoping to meet you all in the UK 😀Will need to learn where to meet people!
This is incredible! Can’t wait for more!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Nice video shows the good and the hard times. Good times win out. Stay safe.
Yes, I think the good times win 😀
Awesome video Karen. Loving watching the developments. Keep it up.
Thank you Mark!
I have watched your videos from the beginning I’m amazed how you cope with your caravan problems your so determine and strong minded Good on you and I go to Tony’s tyres in Hastings they fix car punctures for free usually
Thank you Diane! This is lovely to hear. I guess I'm just stubborn, haha. Are you based in Hawkes Bay?
Thanks for another great vid. Please, please, please come to the UK next year. All my freinds would love to meet you. Keep up the good work and good luck with the free-lancing. Respect Mike
Hi Mike - great to hear! I'm starting to save and plan already! And also a little terrifying - all your friends? hehe
I watched your videos today and I found them to be very interesting beautiful in Australia thanks keep from coming
The Thetford 3 way fridge does not work efficiently on 12v. You cannot control the temperature it is just on or off. If you want to use 12v you need to source a 12v compressor fridge, more expense.
Hmm this is good to know. So maybe I shouldn't do that! A compressor fridge is an idea if this one does stop working...
Yup K bad idea to use the 12v on your fridge you may have 390 amp hour but it would eat that overnight easy The 12v side of your fridge should only be used when you have your car plugged in and engine running and the power is supplied via your car battery charged by your car alternator. I'm not sure if you are correct with the UK setting with the fridge I think I would have my fridge serviced as over time the burner and burner shield gets rusty and the rust dust falls on to the burner and can block the gas jet this will stop the gas getting through and give a smaller flame to power the fridge before you think about a fridge change Good Luck K
Oh ok, that's not so good then, haha. I did have it checked last summer and one part was changed that apparently get's rusty quite easily.
Ive just come across your videos for the first time. Finding it inspirational! I just bought a very similar caravan 4 months ago and started living in it. Im not travelling because i have a permanent job unfortunately lol. Im doing this to save money to buy a house in 2 years hopefully. Im on the south island near christchurch. Learning a lot so these videos are very helpfull. Thanks and good luck!
That's great to hear! Definitely a good way to save money 😀
@@TravellingK Hi. Hows the caravan going? Are you currently on the South Island? Im kinda struggling to find a nice long term spot. Any ideas?
Yes, I'm currently in the South Island 😀Sorry to hear you're struggling to find a place... are they not wanting long term stayers? Are you a NZMCA member? They have a few more options...
@@TravellingK Hey. Sounds like your having a blast. Im not a member no. Might have to consider it but im limited since i have to stay close to my work. Ive actually been staying on private properties renting from the owners. I have one place lined up but im just a bit picky lol. Parking next to someones house doesn't give you much privacy. Nice to hear from you again. Cheers
Sounds like you're on the right track staying on private land! Might be best if you want to stay for long stretches of time 😀
Once you go to South Island don't forget the deep South. Milford sound has a lot of Doc camp areas. A long trip but well worth it😀
I made it all the way down to Riverton in the end😀The South Island is just so beautiful.
Well done Looking forward to see how you get on in the uk ENGLAND I enjoy your video
And I'm keen to come over! Would love to hear more about your caravan experience while there 😀
All I can say is DONT run the fridge off your batteries, it’ll eat the battery power and it’s not really designed to run in that way, 12v designed for when towing to keep an already cold fridge cold enough for a tow not for longer term use. Could we ship a new PCB for your fridge from here??
Oh yeah? Hmmmm, just takes too much power? That's a shame! Lets see if it plays up again...
They draw 160w continuously on 12v power. That's more than leaving your car headlights going.
Wooo south island! Hope I get to meet you, I live in Chch.
Suggestions:
Stay in Quinney's bush campground during warmer months, it's between Murchison and Nelson. They have a waterslide, flying foxes, and awesome river/swimming hole out the back.
Stay somewhere in Motueka, Motueka is a good base for exploring Kaiteriteri, Abel Tasman, seeing the vineyards, wineries, swimming beaches, riwaka river, all kinds of good stuff. I have a "NZ Backpacking - Nelson Tasman" playlist on my channel with lots of vlogs from this area. So much fun stuff to do.
Stay somewhere in central otago in winter, like Queenstown, Cromwell, Wanaka. You have access to skifields, and prices are not as high for things in winter like they are in summer, plus lots of fun things to do in Queenstown, it's a tourist town.
Stay somewhere in The Catlins (ideally summer months). Ie- the following towns south of Dunedin, ie- Owaka, Purakaunui, Waikawa, Slope Point, Otara... Catlins is amazing scenery, native bush, beaches, waterfalls, fur seals, lighthouses. I warn you though, the ocean water is cold, even in summer.
Oh, you're in Christchurch! I'll be coming that way 😀
And I'm so keen to explore the The Catlins - thank you for these suggestions!
Simply just buy a Dometic compressor fridge-PORTABLE, they come in excellent sizes and they do not loose the temperature you set, SUING 95% less energy:) Did you buy that trailer NEW?
I've been procrastinating about get one🤣No the trailer was 8 years old when I bought it.
Nice video Karen, very heart warning and inspiring. So, it's October again will there be a three year update coming soon???
Yes, 3 years video is out this month 😀😀 Time flies
hello from turkey ı see your vıdeo and your caravan lıfe easy for you because alone ıs hard do all but ı see and you do all ıts wonderfull
Hope you enjoyed UK.
Taking into account the cost of your caravan and pitch fees, cost of repairs ect, has it worked out cheaper than renting a flat?
I think it is 😀I did a video about 6 months ago that breaks down all my costs, if you're interested?
I don't know if you already plan your trip to the UK, but if you did not find a good place, have looking in Paris, a lot a job don't require you to speak French ;) Just an advice from a new fan, and maybe yeah because I live in Paris :)
I have been able to visit Paris a couple of times before and think it's an amazing city! Suspect I wont be able to visit this trip though😥Glad you're enjoying the channel.
You're an inspiration!!!!!
Thank you so much!
Have a look at the Bus Life Nz whanau who are living in a schoolie bus with 2 kids. They're originally from Christchurch but have been travelling mainly around the South Is.
Sorry just read my comment. Doesn't really make sense. Bus Life NZ you tube series whanau they've toured the South island and given some really good place to stay. Now that you have more power - more opportunities to freedom camp. Are you still in the Bay?
hehe I've hit the comment button too soon before too. I follow Bus Life NZ and have stayed at camping spots they have recommended in the past, like the DoC campground up north. I'm now along the west coast 😀
That's awesome. Wish I knew you were in the Bay - I would've paid a visit. Nemine next time perhaps. Yeah the summer's are hot here. Your poor fridge. Lol. Travel safe on your next adventure. Happy 2nd anniversary too🎉
I'll be back in the Bay eventually 😀 And thank you 🎉
3 way fridges are only OK to run on 12v if the engine is running and you have the alternator set up to charge your batteries. But it may be OK if you have full batteries and you are in full sunlight but I can't guarantee that that is safe.
Never run it via 240v option on inverter power.
Just realised this vid that just popped up is from 2 years ago! But the info I posted may be of interest to others.
wow 2 yrs! really cool. And while you were in the HB you should've come and visit us! lol anyway nice video again
Oh! Send me a Facebook message and I'll let you know when I'm back in the area 😀
@@TravellingK ok will do lol
The issues with the caravan are probably not that surprising, they're just not built to be used 24/7, 365, and they're all built to a price (which is usually low.) Also, the three-way fridge is not really a good solution, they're very inefficient and prone to issues compared to a 12 volt DC compressor fridge. But of course you get what you get with a caravan - but, if you do have to replace it, move to a 12 volt compressor model. Especially with a decent battery pack.
Good point about their construction. Yeah, I keep hearing of others having issues with the 3way fridge on gas too. A compressor fridge is on my wish list!
Oh wow it would be amazing if you came to the U.K.! We could have a Travelling K meet up where all your U.K. followers could meet you and you could see all our vans! You must visit Yorkshire where I come from whilst you’re here - It is stunning! 🇬🇧 🇬🇧
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I am keen to meet everyone! And good to know you're in Yorkshire as I'll be starting to figure out a route soon-ish.
Hi Karen great video reminiscing over your last 2 years of your caravan travels I enjoy following your adventures were would you be heading if you came over to the UK.?
Thank you Liz 😀It's personally interesting reflecting on all that's happened. I'm still unsure of where I'll come while in the UK. I'm keen to meet people while over there, so want to learn where everyone's based!
Three months in the South Island, oh the bliss!
I know right!! ✨
Well done Karen on reaching the 2 Year mark. You must visit the Lake District, i could recommend some great sites. 😃
Thank you David 😀And the Lake District does look beautiful!
Your fridge will draw around 10 amps on 12 volts DC so not a good idea to run off the batteries for a long time. A small electric fan running in the flue area behind the fridge will assist with cooling air flow behind the fridge on especially hot days.
Hmmm the fan at the back is something I really should look into! And from peoples reactions... sounds like attaching the fridge to the battery isn't a good idea!
Go to this site, it explains good and bad venting for caravan fridges: www.fridge-and-solar.net/fridge_vent.htm
Thats Cool your comein here to England... if i see you i will say hello 🖐
Yes, I hope you do say hi!
You need to write a book K.
Ohhhh that would be amazing... one day maybe.
I made it into a second video! woop! woop!
😂😂😂That clip will forever represent my time at the Hamilton Expo.
That’s nice , where are you planning to go , no caravan for a while lol
I'm not sure yet! Will start planning and see 😀Where should I go?
Yes come to the UK!!!
hehe yayay! Might you still be there?
Be great if you make it to the UK. Can recommend some great places and sites. P.s. we all know you are only coming for the parts 😛
😂😂😂Just need to figure out how to get them home! I'm keen to hear about where I should go. I did live in London for a couple of years but pre-caravan times...
Let us know if you are in the Cotswolds !!!!
Been and gone! Got to explore Bibury 🤩
Here the uk we have fit fans behind the fredg were the vents are. ..computer fans work. ..it will help exhust the heat. ..happy caravaning. .Alan
Hmmmm I had heard about that - might need to research into this more!!
@@TravellingK there is a site on u tube with this on it. .we had this problem with our caravan. .and found out about on u tube. ..hope this helps. .Alan
Right - I'll have a look before it gets too hot!
@@TravellingK it's a vlog The trudgians very helpful vlog er here in the UK if you are in to caravans. .
Oh good to know! Shall watch that one 😀
Thanks for your video, I am thinking to live in caravan @ Queenstown,
How much it cost you roughly to live in caravan ?
Is it okay to park on non powered sites & depend on battery
Hello. Just saw your video. I did do a video on my costs of living in the caravan if you look through my old videos. You can park on non-powered sites, but you would need a solar panel and decent batteries to live comfortably.
Hi I came across your channel whilst looking at places to visit in New Zealand, I’m here now in corumandel at present any recommendations of places to visit? I’m from Yorkshire in uk
Glad you came across my channel! There're plenty of places I'd recommend. Have you made it to Port Jackson in the Coromandel? Or Hahei with Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach? If you're going south, there's the best waterfall in the North Island just outside of Matamata - Wairere Falls. I could keep suggesting more?? haha
Yes I know how connect 12v to run the fridge but not good idea because they use about 5 to 6 amps so it would drain your battery half way in about 32.5hrs. The 12v running on your fridge is good for when your driving and your car is keeping your batteries topped up. If you want to know more just ask.
I was hoping to use it as a backup for when it's playing up on gas. I know it's suppose to be just for when you're driving, but would be nice to have it connected to my batteries. Would be keen to learn more.
@@TravellingK did your caravan come with a user manual?
It did... I should dig it out and see if it mentions this 😀
@@TravellingK see if it has a wiring diagram because that's how I found it for my caravan
Right - I'm going to have a decent look for a diagram!
Ah it would be great to meet up if you come to England, are you planning on hiring a caravan? If so you will have to come and stay on the farm I am living on in my caravan :)
Oh that sounds nice! I'm currently researching my options but hoping to have something with wheels 😀
Glenavy Motor Camp... Great place ..
Is that near Timaru? I must have driven past it recently!
Well done nice video 💋
Thank you!
Yes I’m based in Hawkes Bay
Hi K, have you checked out the many caravan forums that are operating in Australia, there is thousands here and they do have a lot of British caravans running around as well, they also have thousands operating on Solar only, i have a new caravan running full solar so we can free camp around this massive country, the only time we use caravan parks is to top up with water otherwise we are100% solar just using the fridge on 12 volt, 240 volt, this is the new breed of Dometic with new compressors drawing less power from the batteries. i think some of your questions regarding your caravan should be directed here because like NZ we have the many different climates ranging from freezing to over 40degs and the range of experience on some of these sites are invaluable, and may even be able to help you more than our British counterparts. if you need some leads I'm more than prepared to help. Congrats on your 2 years living in a caravan
Oh oh! Where can I find these forums! haha
Hi K, just had a quick look for you and found dozens of sites, just key in Caravan forums Australia and they will hit you like a cricket bat, there is even a company that imports British caravans as well, who knows, may help you get cheaper spare parts, but last night i was looking at someone who had the same problem as you are having with your fridge and they were able to rectify the problem
Fantastic! Even found a 'Top 10 forums' blog post, haha. Where were you looking where they fixed their fridge issues?
You should really go to Titirangi Bay, if you dare to drive on gravel roads. 😁
That looks so beautiful! I'll have to make it there one day!!!
Travelling K Also check out www.hopewell.co.nz that's further out the Kenepuru road, if you need to get out of the caravan for a couple of nights. It's the best hostel in the world. 😎
Gosh, that looks tucked away and off the beaten track - my favourite type of place, haha.
I enjoy your videos!God bless you! :) --Ginger
Thank you Ginger! Glad you're enjoying them 😀
Hi Karen
What kind of holiday will it be , hotels? Or renting a motorhome or the like ?
I'm currently looking into my options, but hopefully something with wheels 😀
Yes that would be the best way , you must visit the Peak District and the Lake District for starters
I've heard they're a beautiful area!
Hi Karen
There are some really beautiful places , and some very nice cities too, I think Oxford is one of my favourites and of course there are the seaside towns
They vary so much from southern and northern , the northern ones are very chavvy ( I’m not sure you will understand that term ) but google it to find out
I've been to Oxford! Well, just for a day trip 😀I've even been to Blackpool 😜But plenty of other places I'm keen to explore!
Hope you realise your plans to come to UK
And possibly Scotland !!
Are you based in Scotland? I'll be slowly figuring out my route, so let me know your location 😀
Travelling K I stay just outside Glasgow in a place called Uddingston
Oh, looks like there are a few people your way! Might need to make an effort to get up there 😀
Don`t forget Scotland.
I wish I had the time this trip!
Hi Karen
How long you planning to stay in the U.K. ,
A couple of months 😀
Great vid Karen so jealous I wanna go back South amazing place gonna look at your patreon thing see if I can help out hope you get to England 🚐😎
The South Island is so dramatic, isn't it! Oh, and thank you for looking into Patreon!
Travelling K there's dramatic places then there's the South it basically takes the Micky out of dramatic sooo wanna go back 🚐
Really is the perfect place for a photographer!
Travelling K don't rub it in 😩😩😩
Waiting waiting lol
hehe, I'm trying out a new UA-cam function! See how it goes.
like very much steward island!
I'd love to see Stewart Island one day!
how do you get post?
A range of ways. I get it sent to a family member. I get it sent to an office if freelancing there. I get it sent to a post shop when I know I'll be in the area.
Reminder is turned on...…...
Great!
Worth waiting for K.... Best wishes for your UK visit.
Oh I'm glad! It's an interesting addition made by UA-cam, isn't it?
1:19 😍
Hmmmm did I miss that part of it, haha
Bournemouth is nice oh and then there’s the Isle of Wight
I've been to Isle of Wight for a music festival... although didn't see the beach!
There are no bishops in your Auckland...
Hi I am thinking of living full time in a motor home in NZ. Is there any support groups for single women doing the same. Thank u for inspiration. 😃
You’re so cute.
Blackpool is not a nice place any more , I can think of better sea side resorts
Bit of a wild generalisation - there are some incredibly beautiful areas around and actually in Blackpool - an insensitive comment.
Depends on taste , and there are much nicer places IMO
paul dutchman Its the sweeping generalisation made without thinking that is hurtful to people who live and choose to holiday Blackpool. There are far too many insensitive comments or thumbs down given on You Tube. However we are all entitled to our opinions. Fun to chat.
Yes that’s my personal opinion, nothing wrong with having different views , it’s that that makes for a good democracy 😜
I agree totally
Come to Canada. I’ll give you a free spot at the park. Well, not free. I can give 5% discount (weekends excluded).
Maybe one day! And thank you for the 5% offer, hehe
You are one clever girl on the subject of backing a caravan. I’m going to get myself a toy car & caravan to practice backing. My caravan is permanently parked in a camping ground in Lawrence Otago at $1 per day. But there may be a time I need to move it somewhere. By the way it’s a great camping ground but it closes from Easter till Labour weekend.
$1 a day! That's amazing! Guessing it's a long term rate?
We beat South Africa this weekend at rugby , it’s the all blacks next
Oh yeah? That'll be interesting 😀
It be a miracle if we beat you ,couldn’t get any tickets , and the rugby tickets are so expensive over here
Hi Karen, are you going To terroris us with a Haloween vidéo ?
hahah there's a good idea!