LONG TERM TRAVEL NEGATIVES
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- Опубліковано 8 вер 2024
- We've been traveling full-time for almost 2 years now. It's a dream come true in a lot of ways but it doesn't come without its difficulties. A lot of content creators are struggling with burnout and we're no different.
It's not easy to explain how we're feeling and it might seem insane that some small things can really get to us. So to better explain ourselves we've come up with an analogy called the travel fatigue hourglass.
We really don't want this video to seem like we're complaining, we just want to be completely transparent!
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I just stumbled across your channel and am so grateful that I did. My fiance and I have been traveling full time for the past 8 months in Asia and are feeling a bit burnt out, nearly to the point of cutting our plan of one year short. Im actually waiting to board a plane from Japan back to the US as i write this.
The decision fatigue is so accurate! Especially when there is a language barrier. Its comforting to know that we aren't alone. This topic isn't something that is generally well recieved, as it's not relatable for many. So thanks for posting and being genuine.
Your very welcome! We know how isolating it can feel having these thoughts! You're definitely not alone! 😊
After reading all the wonderful comments that these lovely people have taken the time to actually comment on your vlogs, I didn’t realise how many of you young ones are out exploring the world & doing what you do. I know first hand how hard you both worked & saved & planned to go on this adventure. Just remember whenever things take a turn, look at what you’ve accomplished. There’s always a plan b, and plan b is to come home……..I miss you guys!! Love you both, mum.xx
Love you miss you!
You guys are so real and I love that. You are not complaining, just sharing the negatives and positives, which is a good thing. Life is not about only positives. I always enjoy and appreciate your videos. Thanks so much for sharing.
Thanks for watching along! ☺️
We’ve been traveling full time for almost 5 years and all of this is SO true! Appreciate your honesty about the real struggles that come with this otherwise amazing lifestyle.
So good to hear people resonate with it and we aren’t just being complainers 😂 let’s be honest it’s bit of that too but hey!
VERY well said you guys! This completely relatable for us as well. Full-time travel, UA-cam, and all the ups and downs along the way is a rollercoaster. There are a ton of positives but it's ok to recognize the hard times too.Hope you guys get to recharge and do what you need for a good head space , love y'all!
Thanks guys! it's nice to know there are plenty of others in the same boat!
I do love how honest your videos are - more so than the other travellers! Keep it up and keep being you!
Thanks so much for watching along 😊
I'm someone who only discovered your channel a couple of weeks ago but has been relentlessly bingeing your videos ever since. I've finally caught up to here. Please, NEVER feel that you cant have a bit of a public vent on the days when things turn to shyte. . So many travel vlogs don't. Noone surely can ever think that every day is sunshine and lollipops as some channels portray.
You guys rock, seriously. My new fave travel vlog.
Woah, thanks so much! Can't believe you went back and watched the older videos 😆 they start a bit rough! Thanks for all your support 😊
Feeling gratified when others like and appreciate your hard work isn’t a vanity metric. I don’t know anyone who would not gain a bit of happiness from positive feedback. I first found your videos when I was researching my trip to Bulgaria earlier this year and I’ve been loving following along your South American adventures. I think it’s important to authentic, so thank you for sharing how you’ve been feeling lately. Safe travels back to Australia!
Thats true, it makes sense that happiness would follow when hard work is appreciated, it's a good way to look at it! Thanks for following along! 😊
Hey guys! We totally agree with you, and have felt like this numerous times through our UA-cam/travelling career. The analogy is perfect.. it seems to be constant peaks and troughs, but that's just life. Thank you for sharing ❤️
That's very true, there are highs and lows no matter what you're doing haha - It's good to know we're not the only ones who have moments like this!
Loved this video so much. I always look forward to your next video. Stay safe, have fun, get rest and keep making wonderful content for us! 🙌
Thanks so much! videos are a bit behind so we're currently at home re-energizing 😄Thanks for watching!
Decision fatigue is a real thing! I think you guys seem to have a better balance this year at least by doing guided tours and stays to help minimise how much you have to plan.
You both are amazing and have encouraged me to solo travel to South America. I echo the sentiments of others that commented before me, that even the worst days will be reasons to laugh and celebrate in the future because you did it. Even on the worst of worst days, you survived! And get to share the wonder and joy of those experiences with others. Thank you, thank you! ❤
Thanks so much! Knowing that we've been a source of encouragement really makes all these videos worth it! Thanks again 😊
You guys rock. I stumbled across your channel and can't stop watching your reports (love how you deliver info and to the point). Good luck!
Thanks so much! we try to include any info we can! but pricing in Argentina got a bit confusing so we apologise for the videos following this one as we didn't include pricing :/
We left Perth in May and have been travelling Europe since then in our motorhome. My husband has definitely struggled with aspects of full time travel more than I have and I understand all of the ‘negatives’ you’ve outlined. We have to remind ourselves that it’s just a shitty moment or day and tomorrow, or even by the afternoon, it will all come right. It’s so easy to fall into the feeling of the moment and feeling like packing it up and just wanting to go home. We regularly remind ourselves to choose our attitude but some days we just have to go to bed early and wake up to a fresh morning. So as someone in a similar situation, I emphasise, I support and I hear you. We wish you both happy (mostly 😉) future travels ❤
Woah! Motorhome in Europe sounds like such a great adventure! I guess it really doesn't matter what kind of trip your on, everyone seems to get this travel fatigue after a while!
Totally get this feeling! And it's important to talk about because there's so many videos and photos online showing travel as all sunshine and rainbows. But full-time travel definitely isn't for everyone... and even those of us that it is for get TIRED of it at times. All your feelings are very valid and you explained it so well with your analogy. There's so much more to travel (and UA-cam) than just the amazing experiences. But you guys are doing great and making amazing videos! So take some time to rest and recharge and keep at it! We're rooting for you :)
Thanks so much guys, the batteries are on charge as we speak 😄
Thanks for sharing this. We're in the same boat at the moment. Sometimes it's hard when you are constantly planning for the next location, and it feels like you can't even enjoy the place you're in right now. We're tired. I remember hearing people talk about burnout before we left on this adventure 18 months ago, but I don't think we took it as seriously as we should have.
We just found tickets to go home for Christmas. I'm hoping this will help us recharge before setting out again. We're probably heading to South America, and the last part of your video really got me excited about that! Thanks again for an honest video!
Thanks for watching! We were the same, hearing traveling youtubers talk about burnout but we never considered it until all the small things happened at once! 😄 it sneaks up on you!
So good that you're going to have some rest time at home soon! So needed!
It's not complaining...it's showing what the reality is. You make it look so flawless and easy, but it's also important to show the other side / the reality! Thanks for taking us along on your journey and glad you were able to figure out your travels home from Australia (actually I in Australia head back to states today!)
Thank you so much! ☺️
Y'all inspire people as well. I start my year or two of traveling in 2 weeks! Keep up the good work!
😊 Thanks so much. Woah, Thats amazing! I bet your excitement levels are through the roof right now!
Hi Jordan and Emily, it is so true that when I see bloggers on video it is easy to think that everything is perfect but that certainly is not true. Glad to hear that things are looking brighter for you both and that you can return to Australia for the holidays. Thanks for this honest thoughts video about the highs and lows of travel.
Thanks Ben! We're excited to have a break at home soon! 😀
Its a good thing you put this out there, nobody should be expected to be positive 24/7. Hope you enjoyed the chill evening at the restaurant 😊! I think your travel adventures are lovely to watch, thanks for bringing us along, take great care both of you 🥰
We really did! Was just what to doctor ordered
Thank you so much ❤️🥰
Loved this video so much! You guys really summed up full time travel perfectly 👌🏽 Glad everything worked out in the end and you were able to get a flight back home (although the cruise does sound pretty awesome haha!). Keep up the awesome work, you deserve all the success in your UA-cam journey ❤️
Thanks so much you guys! low-key wish we got the cruise haha. We're back in Aus now having a good rest! Thanks again!
The hour glass idea is brilliant, cannot agree with all of this more! Sometimes it can feel like weeks of needing down time to regenerate yourself, which doesn't quite jive when you feel like you also need to be out "exploring". The decision fatigue is real, thanks guys!
So glad there are other who feel the same! Thanks for watching 😊
This is such a great video, I completely understand. Thanks for making this! 👏🏼👏🏼
I AGREE ABOUT BATHS! Most cruise ships don’t have them (in the regular cabins anyway) and when I’m away I miss baths so much. 😂😂
Were in the same boat! and that means so much more when talking to a cruise professional like yourself 😄
Salta looks so beautiful and everything happens for a reason 🧡 also a BIG thank you for the heads up on the Chile visa! I was under the impression it took just 2 weeks so I’ll need to apply ASAP now 🫶
were so glad we could help 😄 that Chile visa really derailed our plans! Haha
Great video. I love the hourglass analogy. Keep those videos coming but more importantly, enjoy this time together traveling the world.
😊 thanks so much!
I get it. We missed a bus because of language issues, our credit card went fraud, I lost my Fitbit watch, and got sick. All these things make the process harder but slowing down travel helps.
Woah! That's so many things! It truly sucks when they snowball on you like that!
I love watching you guys. I really appreciate you sharing your real life experiences so honestly….with such a positive attitude. Keep enjoying life…the ups and downs. ❤
Thank you so much!! ❤️
It's funny you mentioned a cruise from America to Australia. We're taking our longest trip next spring, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam for 6 weeks. We decided the best way to get back to America is a 31 day cruise from Brisbane to Seattle. We can't wait!
Haha no way!! That's so good, we've always had a long term repositioning cruise on our list, it just hasn't quite worked out so far. You'll have to tell us how it goes!
Loved this video guys. We head off in April full time travelling from Australia and are so excited but nervous too….thanks for the insight in how you guys cope.
That's so amazing! Hope you have a great time on your adventures! 😀
Hey guys, thanks for sharing this journey with us! We understand that it must be exausting some times, but your videos always bring so much joy (at least to me)!! Anyway... Just to let you know how much your hard work is apreciated ❤
Thank you so much! we really appreciate you watching along!
Remember the things that go wrong are the things you will remember and laugh about in 50 years
100% they're always the most memorable!
Another amazing video, keep up the good work
You talk about this so eloquently, I'm sure you don't need to worry about people thinking you're privileged and just complaining. Really interesting to hear from the perspective of a viewer who usually only sees the positive :)
Thank you 😊 that's what we wanted to do, try and be a little more transparent!
The cruise option does sound like a good option!! 😂😂😂😂
Honestly haha would be so amazing! Definitely keeping our eyes out for a long cruise journey 👀
Keep your head up lads ❤️ not gonna lie kinda sad we’re not gonna see a cruise vlog from US to Oz tho 😂 also I heard about the crazy currency in Argentina but 100 percent inflation is insanity 😅
Thanks guys ❤️❤️❤️
We are too! The way we refresh the repositioning cruise website every week (more like day) is not healthy hahaha
@@JordanandEmily we’ve been there 😂
Thanks for sharing your video 🙏🏽 greetings from Indonesia 🇮🇩🙏🏽
Thank you for watching ❤️
They’re all real problems! Decision fatigue is hard - the number of times we went to Lawsons and Family Mart in Japan because working out dinner options was too hard!!😂 Any plans to do a packing video? I’d love to know what you’ve ditched along the way and what you’ve picked up to make long term travel easier.
😄 decision fatigue is so hard!! We actually do have a packing video on the way! Not sure when it's release is but its not too far away I don't think!
Hello.
This was an excellent video… like each of the ones I’ve seen of yours!
Thank you for sharing.
I’m curious - how do you handle travel insurance and how do you calculate it as a part of your travel/living “expenses”?
Thank you.
Thank you! Yes we do! it's always purchased through SafetyWing each month!
Interesting - thank you for sharing!
Hey you're Human, travel vlogging is your job, even people who love their job have days or moments when their job sucks.
Very true! I think we struggle to think of this as a job cause we feel so lucky to be living this life 🥰
Can't you do a voice over on poor sound videos
Thats what we had to do in our amazon video 😄 it wasn't the first choice but I don't think it turned out too bad!
@@JordanandEmily it's fine, some tubers do voice over on everything.
But you sold your house mates! Don't understand, you tubers can set your own schedule, go home at anytime, do videos of Australia, we've never been there....see the family and friends whenever you want to. Why do you feel you need to stay away from home for so long?
This is true, I think we'll be home for a few months resting. But it won't be long before we get restless and want to see more of the world! 😆
@@JordanandEmily I would live to see Australia 🇦🇺
I'll break the news to you both. You're married, you just haven't done it officially. Civil union if you want to call it. Think about it. Think what marriage is and what you are. What an explosion I know. Congratulations.
😄 haha thank you!
Hello! May I ask, would you be interested in a professional video editor for your upcoming travels and videos? I'm up to the task!
Thanks for the offer! not at the moment thank you!
Based on how awesome Jordan and Emily's work is, I'm pretty sure they ARE professional video editors. But there's no shortage of other travel vloggers who might benefit from your service.
@@ositoberry3930 i would never look down on their work. They might be video editors, and their videos are indeed well made. However, the reason for the need of a video editor, could be that they need more time for themselves or to be free to film new content. Takes time to edit a nice video. As for other travel vloggers, they don't have the quality or consistency to be this active or even reply. I was sure that Emily and Jordan would reply!