Answering Your Questions About Van Life & My Personal Situation

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  • I've just watched this back and realised I mis-understood one of the questions. It said: If you got married would you have the honeymoon in the van? My tired brain read it as: would you have the ceremony in the van!
    The answer is: Probably not, I'd like to have the honeymoon somewhere like Vegas and stay in a nice hotel.
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  • @kelvynmoore4882
    @kelvynmoore4882 Рік тому +49

    You have an uncanny natural ability that makes watching your videos so easy. You seem to connect very well with the average Joe. You talk about real-life issues such as money, parenting, relationships and stand up for what is right (car park tool). Oh and fish & chips. All wrapped up in a Peugeot van. You’re doing well mate. I hope you realise that. You deserve every bit of UA-cam success.

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  Рік тому +4

      Thank you so much

    • @user-sp5rg1vx6i
      @user-sp5rg1vx6i 11 місяців тому +3

      Hi maté totally agree, your doing great keep it up ❤

    • @fionabutler-kg7sv
      @fionabutler-kg7sv 11 місяців тому +2

      Your video really helped me to get to know you both more, living in your van is a adventure, like you say takes some of the anxiety away, and gives you space, your relationship is stronger, makes the heart fonder, your both down to earth, reality of life, good video 😀

  • @lizscott6911
    @lizscott6911 Рік тому +37

    I brought a 22 year old motor home. A 2 birth, built on a Boxer chassis. I travel all the time and free park. I love it. When I was young and my husband was alive. We owned 5 V.W. Combies. Over the years. But now over 70. I cant crawl around in a van. Motor homes have a bathroom and I have a full kitchen. I just love it. I have a house but happier in my motor home.

    • @pauljones5066
      @pauljones5066 Рік тому +2

      good luck man

    • @johncooke61
      @johncooke61 Рік тому

      ​@@pauljones5066She's a woman.

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  Рік тому +4

      I love motorhomes 😊

    • @AGNETHAFALTSK0G
      @AGNETHAFALTSK0G Рік тому +1

      @@Lois-s9f the man who vomited on the beach during a Swedish fermented fish trial?

  • @user-tg5fo3bn6e
    @user-tg5fo3bn6e Рік тому +27

    what a lovely dad you are a very genuine guy. Your parents did a good job with you as it comes over on your videos. Very articulate man and so easy to listen to. wishing you all the best for the future.

  • @Remonyyork
    @Remonyyork Рік тому +30

    I really admire your openness and honesty, James. This is why you’re so popular.
    I’d love to get a motorhome and just bugger off. That’s my dream tbh. I’m sick of working my arse off to not even keep ticking over. This certainly isn’t what I envisioned my life to be.
    You’re living the life that so many of your subscribers wish they could. I’m so glad it’s working out for you and that you’re happy living van life.
    😃

  • @stuart4024
    @stuart4024 11 місяців тому +6

    So James, 26 thousand viewers and you think your boring !? Next time you see Helen tell her to give you a slap from me! You are entertaining to watch and quite frankly you and Helen are one of the best comedy double acts I've seen in my 60 years on earth ,fact. All the best from Stuart( the mad Yorkshireman)

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  11 місяців тому

      Thank you Stuart

    • @TheBubblewrapboy
      @TheBubblewrapboy 11 місяців тому

      Totally agree with this comment, you pair have a gift for doing real things( pub crawling) 😂😂and making it hilarious , better entertainment than anything on TV , the James and Helen show exclusively on Netflix 😂😂

    • @jameswading7850
      @jameswading7850 9 місяців тому

      Love your dry humour

  • @lindashepherd-denny7113
    @lindashepherd-denny7113 11 місяців тому +3

    You are a genuine honest man, Helen is a genuine honest woman. I'd love a friend like Helen❤

  • @janearothfeld
    @janearothfeld Рік тому +8

    Hi James- I am really enjoying your channel. 😊
    My husband & I live off-grid & have for a year now. We're not youngsters (ha), but in 2019-2020 our life "spoke" quite clearly and we listened and acted.
    We've had more conversations about poop the last year than I ever thought possible!
    We don't have kids, so we missed the opportunity to talk about it then.
    At the moment I find "bathrooming," showering & trying to survive the cold the most difficult parts.
    We are not near any significant towns or cities & having that infrastructure could be helpful (and maybe comforting).
    On the other hand we are surrounded by acres of peaceful beauty & stillness and that makes my soul sing.
    So all of this by way of asking you what is the "unit" you are mentioning?
    I'm tempted to think it's what we would call a storage unit in the US but there is no way you could use a toilet or do office work or anything like that in a storage unit here in the US.
    I wish you continued success on your channel. 🙏

    • @joline2730
      @joline2730 Рік тому +1

      Jane: yes the unit is a storage unit - it can be seen in one of his videos. Some have a toilet and some don't, depends what you want to pay for. The UK is much smaller than USA (Ha Ha ! But it's something you don't appreciate unless you've been there). I have been to USA so I understand it's vastness. In the UK you can travel from top to bottom usually in two or three stages and it will take two days, but James lives almost in the middle (more north than south) and then you have to consider the petrol costs. I'm glad you are enjoying your peaceful life 💟

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  Рік тому +3

      Thank you so much, your life sounds wonderful. My unit is similar to a storage unit but I have 24hr access and there is shared bathrooms but it's very quiet, I very rarely see anybody.

  • @hikingthehills1335
    @hikingthehills1335 Рік тому +10

    James I watched your first video a few weeks after you posted it as I watch a lot of van life videos it just popped up and at first I thought ahh this is just another boring van life youtuber but I have to say I stuck with it as we were in similar situations and backgrounds and I have to say I'm glad I did because the content you produce is unique. It's so interesting and fun and most of all you and Helen are so open and honest. I'm not surprised you have more fans as nobody on UA-cam is doing what you are doing. You my number one favorite channel and apart from a few car fixing up UA-cam channels I don't watch much van lifers as its boring bollox and they copy each other. You and Helen are the best by far in UA-cam land and keep up the great content and work💪😊

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  Рік тому +2

      Thank you so much, we really appreciate it 😊

  • @kimgardiner3016
    @kimgardiner3016 Рік тому +12

    What a fabulous and so honest video. I love watching you two. You absolutely tell it how it is for you and as you say, no bull****. I wish you both all the luck in the world with your families, Helen's job and all the other commitments whilst keeping us all entertained. Keep doing what you are doing and if you ever spend a weekend near Preston, give us a shout!

  • @parasinthephilippines
    @parasinthephilippines Рік тому +11

    Congratulations on your continued success.

  • @nforne
    @nforne Рік тому +13

    Came for the van life, stuck around for your personalities. You could make videos about tiddlywinks if you like, it'll still be good content. 😂

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  Рік тому +2

      Now that's an idea 😂 Thank you!

    • @joline2730
      @joline2730 Рік тому +1

      Nforn: I would LOVE to see Helen and James play tiddly-winks - what FUN ‼️‼️💯💯😆😆😆

    • @joline2730
      @joline2730 Рік тому +1

      @@bythecurb Go for it 👍👍💯💯

  • @leighellis869
    @leighellis869 Рік тому +9

    The way you answer questions is just so refreshingly open and honest. You don't get UA-camrs like yourself at all.....ever! Well not that I've seen. It's why your channel is doing so well and will soon be through the roof. Genuine people such as yourself are so few and far between. Love you and Helen to bits.

  • @boatingmanchester
    @boatingmanchester Рік тому +4

    You are one of the very few that doesn't promote any old garbage for financial or materiel gain which is good to see fella and tell mum that is the difference between you and an influencer :)

  • @SianRussell
    @SianRussell 9 місяців тому +1

    Brilliant you pair are made for each other ❤ I so want a night out with you pair but at the same time I don't 😂😂 I can imagine the look on my hubbys chops when he's telling us to get off the bloody table!!

  • @maggiefreestone391
    @maggiefreestone391 11 місяців тому +2

    You could never be boring, alone or with Helen, because you have depth. I watch a few other van vloggers, very entertaining but a bit superficial. Helen reminds me a little of myself at around her age, drinking pints and dancing. Really looking forward to your new adventures X

  • @fingerprickinggood
    @fingerprickinggood Рік тому +4

    Great video James, love your authenticity. The thing that baffles me is, I am not remotely interested in van life, I dont drink alcohol, I'm virtually housebound so I can't go hiking but here I am, loving each and every video you make. Ive watched them all. The only conclusion I can come up with is you, the creator (and Helen), your both very affable people, so thank you. All the best for the future from Angie

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  Рік тому

      Thanks Ange, glad you like the videos

  • @lynnettemcausland9532
    @lynnettemcausland9532 11 місяців тому +1

    Love watching you with & without lovely Helen. Different content, mixes it up. Together you're hilarious as you bounce off each other. Seeing you with your daughter is lovely too, you're a big softie with her, clearly adore her. 😊 x

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  11 місяців тому +1

      Thank you, she's my little princess ❤️

  • @Jennifer-ep1sr
    @Jennifer-ep1sr Рік тому +3

    Bill (husband) and I watch your videos primarily because of you and Helen. Almost chalk and cheese you two are, and that is so entertaining. Love the content and know full well that it will evolve. Good life to you both from Tasmania. ❤🇦🇺

  • @saltaireorangebicyclechopp8555

    Said it before, you're a very personable guy, easy to watch & listen to, it's no surprise that your channel is growing. Good luck.👍

  • @juliepickles3394
    @juliepickles3394 Рік тому +3

    Me and hubby got married in Las Vegas just us 2 and Elvis impersonator 😂😂😂 walked me down the isle in the Little white wedding chapel it was absolutely brilliant best thing we ever did it cost ue 2ooo pound for everything including the flights coming up to 23 years in December 😂😂😂😂😂

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  Рік тому

      I bet it was brilliant 😊

  • @darrenyae
    @darrenyae Рік тому +4

    Me and the mrs love this guy and his lil lady 💯👊🏽 In the words of me and my friends. This guy is my nigha 😂😂😂 Honest, genuine and will stand up for what he believes and be a force for those who need him 💯👊🏽🫶🏼

  • @suzieq2958
    @suzieq2958 Рік тому +3

    "I like wedding cake"😂🤣😂🤣
    can't think of a better reason to get wed lol
    Love that your daughter likes the van life so much😊
    We did a "James-style fish n chips review yesterday. The chips were too 'endy', the batter was nice and crispy and the mushy peas were yummy 😀

  • @jwoodzman
    @jwoodzman 11 місяців тому +2

    Great video, James, and really enjoyable to watch 👍🏼😁

  • @samwright8599
    @samwright8599 Рік тому +7

    I like your mum, she said she likes UA-cam more then telly. I have been saying this for years xx

  • @mozzainoz
    @mozzainoz 11 місяців тому +1

    I think you're doing brilliantly mate you're great value both of you, I've started watching in Australia and I get my fix of homesickness by watching you're videos, cheers mate all the best moving forwards 👍🇭🇲🍺

  • @russellnewton6660
    @russellnewton6660 Рік тому +1

    The top Barnsley influencer on UA-cam, James, take a bow.
    I remember when you were in the house and decided to move out, it seems to be working out, fingers crossed you’ll get where you want to be.

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  11 місяців тому

      Thank you it's going well 😊

  • @DigiDiver
    @DigiDiver 11 місяців тому +1

    Collapsible dog bath is a good shout for bathing inside the van.

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  11 місяців тому

      That's what I use!! 😂

  • @CJM527
    @CJM527 Рік тому +6

    I really like these sort of videos where you just sit and chat 😊

  • @simonphoenix3018
    @simonphoenix3018 Рік тому +1

    A good Sunday evening watch, trying to hold off heading to bed and the imminent weekly grind! Next June get yourself to Normandy to commemorate D-day, would make some great videos.

  • @annshenton119
    @annshenton119 11 місяців тому +1

    Hello I lived in a large motorhome for a year 10 years ago parking on the streets and although it was comfortable I don't recommend it People are always suspicious and bother you even though it was modern and expensive plus difficult to blend in and parking in supermarkets when shopping takes up 2 spaces

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  11 місяців тому +1

      Hmmm thanks I'll need to think things through

  • @always.wondering.wandering
    @always.wondering.wandering Рік тому +1

    Loved this question/answer video. Nice to hear that your daughter is really enjoying the van and doing little trips with you. About full time van lifers, most of them do take a break from their van whether it be staying with a friend or relative, or an Airbnb and there's a couple that do house/pet sitting so they can take a van break. You're definitely a full time van lifer. Looking forward to your up coming trips, I love Spain too. Have fun wherever you're off to now....enjoy!

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much, I've thought a bit about house sitting, might give it a go sometime

  • @terry5123
    @terry5123 Рік тому +2

    Great content James honest and funny as usual the best parts is when you’re showing us the pubs and trying out the fish and chips as for you having a new van sometimes I’ve found that when van lifers upgrade the content seems less interesting and more corporate regarding sponsors etc love your channel I’ll look forward to your next adventure 👍

  • @graemepatterson
    @graemepatterson Рік тому +8

    I hope your channel continues to grow as well as it has been. Always great to watch (Yes, even without Helen, lol)

  • @thesolidsnakealpha
    @thesolidsnakealpha Рік тому +3

    I'm 49 years old mate and I completely identify with the grumpiness
    It's wise to stay away from politics etc as they can be very divisive topics and as you say the media has hyper focused us to hate each other
    Anyway, God bless mate and take care.

  • @jobybell8543
    @jobybell8543 Рік тому +6

    If you & Helen did a review of Peel Street toilets we’d watch it 😂 You’re both just naturally entertaining. 💁‍♀️😊xxx

  • @eddiebushtracey4887
    @eddiebushtracey4887 11 місяців тому +1

    I'll watch all the ads because I hope this channel thrives. All the best James and Helen. X

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  11 місяців тому +2

      😍 thank you

  • @lindashepherd-denny7113
    @lindashepherd-denny7113 11 місяців тому

    You and Helen are a perfect match, perfect for each other. You don't need all the expense of a big wedding, the love you share together is big enough ❤❤

  • @user-sw7nq3rz7i
    @user-sw7nq3rz7i 11 місяців тому +1

    I don’t think people should ask such personal questions . There is no need for that just encause you are on UA-cam we don’t need to know everything . Love our videos always look forward to the next one 😊

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  11 місяців тому +1

      Thank you 😊

  • @beck99o
    @beck99o Рік тому +1

    Really enjoying your vids James and of course Helen is a real treat when shes on.
    Looking forward to see your upcoming trips mate, hope you guys have a great time!

  • @suzanheywood
    @suzanheywood Рік тому +4

    Hello from South Africa. Really enjoying watching your videos. I like to see how England has changed since leaving 16 years ago and the price of things.

  • @garykirkham2972
    @garykirkham2972 Рік тому +1

    Alright youth. Been watching your channel for a few week now.. love the simplicity of it, no nonsense, no fancy crap, but still enjoyable to watch. Have subscribed and looking forward to your trip 👍

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  11 місяців тому

      Thanks for the sub 😊

  • @jamiecooksey9037
    @jamiecooksey9037 Рік тому +1

    I watched to the bitter end 🤣 . My missus can't understand what I see in your channel. I think the truth is, I am envious of your life and its a form of escapism when I watch you. I dream of a life without all the bloody bills, taxes, and rates. Maybe you can hop on a ferry to Calais, Cherbourg or maybe Ireland? I just got back myself from touring right down to Italy and back. I was a little apprehensive taking the car at first, but it's no big deal. Maybe a little trip over the channel to test yourself?

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  11 місяців тому +1

      We've got some great trips planned. Just back from Germany (although not in the van)

  • @3xistenc3
    @3xistenc3 11 місяців тому

    Stick with what you have for the time being until you really need a new van or a motorhome. Your channel is great because of you so whatever you choose will be fine. Just don't waste money for nothing. Good luck for winter.

  • @lovinglifeincolour
    @lovinglifeincolour Рік тому +1

    Love this …Looking forward to following Your story with Helen 💜💚🩷

  • @Red-ns9ny
    @Red-ns9ny Рік тому +2

    You are an influencer for tears in my eyes from laughing ❤😂

  • @user-jv6mg5xw5d
    @user-jv6mg5xw5d 11 місяців тому +1

    We follow your adventures and love your content. Just keep doing your thing as it just gets better and better. We've watched you from the start and can see you're the real deal. Ignore the negative comments. We love you guys and would love to buy you a drink if we ever crossed paths. Keep on doing what you're doing we're behind you all the way. From Julie and Simon, exilled Yorkshie folk. X

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  11 місяців тому

      Thank you Julie & Simon, we appreciate that 🙂

  • @stuartchapman5171
    @stuartchapman5171 11 місяців тому

    Loving the channel. When I was young I lived in vehicles full time for 12yrs. I had lots of ridiculous comments if I wintered up at one place for a few months. "You're not a proper traveller" bollards. Live your life. You only get one. We all do wrong and we all do right. You have to navigate the moral compass in a way that your conscience feels comfortable with. The rest be damned.

  • @Meggy6571
    @Meggy6571 Рік тому +2

    Hi James
    We are new to your channel, we have spent the last few days watching alot of your vlogs and find them very real and honest.
    Loving how open and honest you are.
    We have laughed and cried with you and Helen.
    Yes as a duo you are both we feel mental and funny😅.
    Please keep them coming and we will be watching, stay true 👍
    Take care both.
    Paul and Joanne 👍 😊
    PS next time we are at Asda Durkar we will keep an eye out.

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much. Might see you at Asda 😊

  • @Red-ns9ny
    @Red-ns9ny Рік тому +1

    You do just fine on your own and great when Helen is there ❤

  • @wideeye5592
    @wideeye5592 Рік тому +4

    I live in my van full time and I'm not a youtuber, will be interesting to see how you handle winter 😆🤘

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  Рік тому +1

      Bring it on. I've got decent heating 😊

  • @PiccolaGiardino
    @PiccolaGiardino 11 місяців тому

    I watched to the end and there is nothing up with me…I’ve really enjoyed your chat. It’s like being with an interesting friend. You don’t come across as grumpy, you often laugh and have a twinkle in your eye. It’s funny when you are unsure and Helen strides out confidently. You’re a great team. Keep doing what you’re doing…it’s working 🙂

  • @ROUTEPLANNERPAUL
    @ROUTEPLANNERPAUL Рік тому +5

    James you and helen are down to earth keep up the great content...

  • @ColinColeman-m8x
    @ColinColeman-m8x Рік тому +1

    'Hi james watched your show from beginning fantastic love watching your van life i live in Australia and love the great out door

  • @dellyboot2703
    @dellyboot2703 Рік тому +2

    Looking forward to seeing what you 2 were up to when I was watching this!! You have got to get more followers on UA-cam so Helen doesn't have to work those long hours. Life is too short and you both need more days out together so we have got more vids lol! x

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  Рік тому

      Yes, we'd love to get to that point.

    • @stuartchapman5171
      @stuartchapman5171 11 місяців тому

      You give so much joy. You two have earned it. I hope you make it happen.

  • @lornabuffey8896
    @lornabuffey8896 Рік тому +1

    Really loving your videos, especially the seaside ones. Loving the fish and chip reviews. Keep up the great work xx

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  11 місяців тому

      Thank you! Will do!

  • @kennybrydges9084
    @kennybrydges9084 Рік тому +3

    I listened to all of it James, honest / direct / brilliant man.. take care fella.. ATB from the ex pat in Canada 👍🙏

  • @user-xn3ks1tl1f
    @user-xn3ks1tl1f 11 місяців тому

    Wow, 26k subscribers …. and counting. Well done James, right peg in right hole is what I’m thinking. You have an undoubted
    talent for this. Good, honest and totally natural. All the very best to you & Helen. 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  11 місяців тому

      Thank you, things are going well :-)

  • @zyllinui
    @zyllinui Рік тому +3

    Cool upload dude. I enjoy the way you've found contentment in your new direction in van life. Its very cool to be able to see your lifestyle. Thanks James.

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  Рік тому +1

      Thank you I appreciate that

  • @alecjames1426
    @alecjames1426 Рік тому

    Convert a van that’s part of the charm of the blogs, anyone can buy one and you could video it as we watch to see you doing things 👍

  • @yvonneriley7369
    @yvonneriley7369 5 місяців тому

    I love your channel it's so inspirational, I've only been subscribed for a week but I've been watching every day, love all the content love you and Helen, keep up the great work would love to see you in Scotland ❤

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  5 місяців тому +1

      Thank you Yvonne, that's a lovely thing to say. We will be coming to Scotland soon 😊

  • @AngW-m8w
    @AngW-m8w Рік тому +4

    Omg I’m so excited you two going on holiday we loved it xxx

  • @petergoddard-lq9gm
    @petergoddard-lq9gm Рік тому +1

    Stumbled across your channel a couple of weeks ago, after me and the other half had a mini break near Skipton, loving the content, travel, hiking, pubs, charity shops! We have been to so many of the same places as you, (Benidorm to Saltburn by the Sea) brilliant to have a different take on things. But if you haven’t already, get thisen to Howarth!

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  11 місяців тому +1

      Thank you, went to Harworth before we started the videos but will go back at some time

  • @user-xn3ks1tl1f
    @user-xn3ks1tl1f Рік тому

    Morning James. Many thanks for you latest video re Q& A. I’m so pleased that this venture of yours is succeeding and you’re
    able to make a living from it. You win because you’re just yourself - honest & down to earth. 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

  • @emmawilliams9769
    @emmawilliams9769 11 місяців тому

    Personally I like your little one on one chats, it’s great to see how well you are doing and the confidence you have since the first couple of videos too. Also personally, I’d love to see a van build, I have finished my van but always look for new van builds as love watching people make their own little homes. I think it makes great content. But whatever you and Helen do, it’s always nice to watch and as they say, variety is the spice of life so just keep doin whatever makes you happy 😊

  • @sofakingdrunk66
    @sofakingdrunk66 11 місяців тому +1

    Comedy chemistry is on show in your vlogs. I've recently discovered your channel and I've enjoyed content so far. James your the straight man to Helen's off the cuff on the spot outrageous whatever.. 😂 stay real that's what sells..

  • @kitchenworker446
    @kitchenworker446 9 місяців тому

    It's because you are just such a lovely bloke.

  • @johncooke61
    @johncooke61 Рік тому +3

    I came across van life videos by accident and find yours more honest and upfront compared with others that come with headline titles like attacked last night in the van for clickbait turns out they left the window open overnight and an insect bit them what a joke.
    I would like to think that you and Helen are awake to what's planned for the UK in the future with net zero stuff and buying a house in the future would be a no no.
    What about using your time and resources to perhaps look at learning to ⛵ and adventures to follow and aim more at going off grid.

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  Рік тому +1

      Thank you, I'd like to do some sailing at some point in the future.

  • @vivmatz1189
    @vivmatz1189 3 місяці тому

    Your little van is fab you did a great conversion be proud ❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @theshaulfamily
    @theshaulfamily 10 місяців тому

    ive been binge watching your videos after finding the Donny one haha what a refreshing change to hear someone that sounds like you on UA-cam haha I know we have a few but you just seem normal 🤣🤣

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  10 місяців тому +1

      Thank you, glad you like the videos :-)

  • @markg99
    @markg99 Рік тому +1

    Another entertaining video, James 👍🏻 I just had time to watch it in between my trips out to country lanes to knock on van doors. Keep up the good work! 😅

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  11 місяців тому +1

      😂😂 Thank you

  • @mum-0217
    @mum-0217 11 місяців тому

    I like the way you deliver your utube vlogs. You tell thing's as they are and you seem very down to earth.
    I also like your reviews on different parts of the country and it kind of gives me a free insight of where to visit and to avoid.
    Keep up the good good work James and Helen, kind regards, Mike. 🙂👍🚐

  • @Andy-xb5kl
    @Andy-xb5kl 11 місяців тому

    Just love that James's really good way of us all getting to know you better
    Good fun at the same time love the videos I sit watching them in my local costas with a coffee 😊

  • @TheChodax
    @TheChodax Рік тому +3

    Little recommendation for you, Barmouth in North Wales. Little stop off at Bala Lake on the way in the Snowdonia National Park. Stunning part of the country.

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  Рік тому +1

      Thank you for the tip 😊

  • @carolewinskill2738
    @carolewinskill2738 Рік тому +1

    Great Q As your so honest .Love the video's you are a natural at vav life .Hope you and Helen stay as you are both lovely people a great couple Have fun enjoy life stay safe .

  • @willigale3183
    @willigale3183 11 місяців тому

    Have ya tried the Isle of Man ? Some lovely beaches & fantastic scenery great place for a short break 👌🇮🇲

  • @iandouglas451
    @iandouglas451 11 місяців тому

    understand the bill anxiety. i've come close to an itinerant life style like you but i wouldn't handle it as well. Especially in the winter lol. My thing is motorbikes, old ones and i'm considerably older than you - as i've travelled about in the UK i have become ever more disappointed with towns and resorts, often so taudry and alien from how i remembered those i went to when younger.

  • @jackielowe7377
    @jackielowe7377 11 місяців тому

    There's summat wrong wi me as I've watched every single one of your videos since you decided to live in your van 😉.
    This was another triumph. A middle aged man (s'ok I'm 61) talking in his van. It should be boring but it isn't because it's you James and we all love you, and of course Helen with her bright hair and smile. You are just the tonic we need. And you are right, most people are decent. We should stop being scared. Thanks for the reminder!
    Jackie, Ellesmere, Shropshire. A lovely place..

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  11 місяців тому

      Thank you Jackie, that's very kind of you 😊

  • @mrvoorhees2627
    @mrvoorhees2627 Рік тому

    I'm 50 and couldn't agree more with not being flash and keeping up with the jonses did it myself no one cares what you have and you just end up totally skint. Really enjoy the content. If you get a motorhome stealth camping won't be as easy I'd convert a bigger van. You Seem a very genuine person Helen is awesome. Hope the channel keeps growing 👍👍

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  Рік тому +2

      Thank you, I wish I could have some of the money back that I'd wasted on trying to impress people who weren't interested!😶

    • @paulstone6773
      @paulstone6773 Рік тому

      As cheesy as it sounds those people have been part of creating the person you are now. Love the content that you put on James. 👍

  • @canelo-ro9xu
    @canelo-ro9xu 11 місяців тому

    Enjoy this channel ..down to earth people with good morals 💯 good luck with everything

  • @Hogarthnp20
    @Hogarthnp20 Рік тому

    James i said sea side at one point so glad you diid but walks through countryside ,pub crawls ,its not where you go its the crack,making us happy even when your not xxxx

  • @suedouglas5455
    @suedouglas5455 Рік тому

    Not boring at all! I love your videos! James, you and Helen are such lovely people! Keep up the good work, can’t wait for yours and Helen’s Autumn adventures and travels in the van!

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  Рік тому

      Thank you, we're very excited about our upcoming adventures 😊

  • @simongreen3120
    @simongreen3120 Рік тому +1

    Just once you do get more success James with YT, don't allow it too change you. especially as your openness and honesty is what people like.
    Once I got a
    quadrupelling of my monthly income I noticed a shift in my own psychology, I became less empathic to others, so I had to fight against this. So just always be open minded and reflect inside on yourself. 🤓🤠🐵🐱 =)

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  11 місяців тому +1

      When I had decent money in the past I was a bit arrogant with it. I'd never be like that again.

  • @carmelshepherd6739
    @carmelshepherd6739 Рік тому +3

    Good on you for being brave especially with anxiety i could not do it only if a motorhome wishing you both all the best ❤

  • @garysides636
    @garysides636 Рік тому

    Hi James , loved the Q and A mate ....nice to get an insight into things you may / may not have mentioned ....UA-cam has taken over where the pub started meeting random people you talk to and enjoy their company but don't know them !
    Times they are a changing !!!
    Sometimes good , sometimes bad but changing never the less🤔🤔😜
    Be happy, be safe , G 🦉

  • @keithvincent322
    @keithvincent322 10 місяців тому

    I must have watched twenty or thirty of your video's now, so I guess I'm a bit hooked. I started wondering why I find them so interesting and I think what it is, is that I get to see a lot of the places in the UK that I probably wouldn't choose to visit myself, even though I could. Also there are a few that I've now seen that I think, you know I quite like the look of that village, maybe I should go. On top of that some of the East coast destinations like Bridlington, Scarborough etc that I haven't been to for twenty or thirty years, but used to visit all the time when I lived in the East Midlands. Now living in the West Midlands the extra hour required to get to those places makes them less inviting. I think I was also spoilt when I discovered Cornwall in the mid 1980's, the worst parts of which are nicer than most of the best parts of the East coast. My parents had a static caravan at Chaple st leonards near Skegness when I was young and we used to go there every single weekend, friday evening to Sunday evening all through the season, so I got pretty sick of the place. Anyway good luck with your ongoing travels, I don't mind the odd advert, although I don't watch them, and I hope she says yes some day.

  • @JamesWilliam70
    @JamesWilliam70 Рік тому +2

    I've just got a VW Kombi van. Cost a small fortune and a bit of a poser wagon for 53yr old couple but hey! I'm sure we will get good use out of it.

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  Рік тому +1

      Get you! 😊 Sounds brilliant, you'll have a great time in it.

  • @janeevans4758
    @janeevans4758 Рік тому +3

    😂😂😂😂😂 just the nosey questions makes me howl..why on earth would anyone ask,or even anything, ask where do you have a poo .. seriously, do they think you do it different to them because you live in a van 🤦‍♀️🤷‍♀️ honestly some people are so stupid.
    Great video and I've never had any issue with eggs or being knocked also..

  • @pa_maj.MARTINI-van-MAN
    @pa_maj.MARTINI-van-MAN Рік тому +1

    Good show James. I never asked any questions yet feel like I got answers to some things that I'd never dream of asking you 🤣 Fair play to you for taking care of our naturally inquisitive minds 😆👍🚐🐕👊Your laid back approach to things is very refreshing 🙂

  • @johngrant5448
    @johngrant5448 Рік тому

    Ey up, I'm living full time in my Transit. I've given up renting flats because they're crap, covered in black mold and in a right state. I've got to find an accommodation address yet for post, but I've no intention of living in a crappy flat again. You do get problems in a van. Recently my central locking failed and I couldn't get any of the other doors open apart from the driver's door. To get in the back, I had to push the seat forward, folld the seat back over the steering wheel, climb onto the battery and climb over half of a bulkhead wall. It was bloody ridiculous, at one point I had an audience. Garages didn't want to tackle it. I struggled for two sodding weeks and then one evening I pulled up in Castleton and the bloody doors unlocked by themselves except for the sliding side door, which refuses to budge. Houses are a liability and I'm hoping that this van will see me out because I can't afford another one. Life on the road is so much better and nobody knows where you are.

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  11 місяців тому

      Yes it does give you a sense of freedom. I bet the door thing was a right pain in the backside

  • @AGNETHAFALTSK0G
    @AGNETHAFALTSK0G 11 місяців тому

    James you are a fantastic bloke and so genuine, you deserve to be successful and see your channel grow, you inspire others to go for their dreams of getting into van life. I love your exploring videos and other content, keep on doing you, hi to Helen she is such a caring kind fun person. All the best mate. 💖👍☔

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  11 місяців тому +1

      Thank you 😊

  • @karensterling5597
    @karensterling5597 Рік тому

    Awww thank u james u are a lovley person n joy to watch happy for you ,like your content n helen is nice lady . Your northern charm is why we all love your channel .

  • @clairewalker2842
    @clairewalker2842 Рік тому

    You preach James! You're such a great bloke!!

  • @Dougsterxplor
    @Dougsterxplor Рік тому +1

    Glen Coe in the winter!! "See you Jimmy!" 🤣

  • @carolemukhtar8108
    @carolemukhtar8108 Рік тому +1

    How very dare u! U know I'M your number 1 fan lol xxxx

  • @robertgillingwater
    @robertgillingwater 10 місяців тому

    Yes you are, (an influencer) but of course it’s the story of your life that makes it interesting

  • @yellowsubmarine5624
    @yellowsubmarine5624 11 місяців тому

    Since I’ve been subscribed to your channel James, I decided to buy a Motorhome and go full time. I absolutely love it, recently on my own. Buy that Motorhome…quick it’s a game changer

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  11 місяців тому +1

      Brilliant, hope you have some great adventures

  • @jimboexplorer8609
    @jimboexplorer8609 Рік тому +1

    Absolutely loved tonight you answering people's questions love everything you an Helen do from jim an Jeannie from Shrewsbury

  • @MK-hs1hc
    @MK-hs1hc Рік тому +1

    Over 20 years ago james we bought a motor home ,we used to free camp with the truckers as long as you didnt park up next to a freezer truck😂 visited france many times lots free camping loved it..We enjoy watching yourself n helen now keep vloging x

  • @user-xn3ks1tl1f
    @user-xn3ks1tl1f Рік тому

    Thankyou James for answering my (tongue in cheek) question today. Cornwall. I just thought, mild climate, incredible coastline
    on 3 sides, gorgeous beaches and funny locals. You could do some brilliant posts : go to the Chough Pasty shop in Padstow, they
    are prize-winning and out of this world ! Rick Stein fish n chips you would need to take a mortgage out, but good. Can’t help you
    out about booze because I don’t know anything. You’ll end up the Alan Whicker of G.B. if you do travelogues. Brilliant 💕💕💕💕

    • @bythecurb
      @bythecurb  11 місяців тому

      Thank you, I'm looking forward to going 😊

  • @harrycoleman7213
    @harrycoleman7213 11 місяців тому +1

    You two are brilliant..
    Harry in Carrickfergus..Northern Ireland 😊