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Hybrid Caravans- Pro & Cons of a Pop-Top vs Solid vs Bumpout Bed
Buying a Hybrid or Caravan can be a really daunting process. With so many makes and models available in so many different configurations, we do our best in this video to present a pile of things to consider when making your final decision. It's fair to say that Hybrids have evolved significantly in the last few years and this is making decisions even harder!
In this video, we present our insights, after being lucky enough to have tested and lived in all of the variants out there. We discuss- storage, space, pros & cons, towing dynamics, fuel economy, condensation, heating/cooling efficiency, outdoor living, pantries and WAY more!! Please make sure you add any questions that may not have answered and gave the vid a like if you enjoyed it!
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2024 Jawa Stealth 12 with 270 Awning- Comprehensive Walk-Around | Bed-Making | Towing Weights
zhlédnutí 4,1KPřed dnem
Join Dee & Ant as they give a fully comprehensive walk-around of the brand new 2024 Stealth 12 with the upgraded Jawa 270 awning. We decided to give this little pocket rocket a comprehensive off-road test through Teewah Beach and up the famous Freshwater track, plus trips to Kenilworth and Gordon Country. The 2024 12 foot Stealth (14.5' when opened up) evolved from the original 2023 variant, wi...
Kimberley Part 4- East Gibb River Rd | Ellenbrae | Pentacost Free Camp | Home Valley | El Questro
zhlédnutí 6KPřed 14 dny
This episode shows the highs and the odd low when travelling full-time. In this episode, we hit the HARD sections of the Gibb River Road and the @jawacampertrailers4342 Commander just loves all we give to her! Checkout some of the footage of the rocky sections around Ellenbrae Station!! We document all of the campsites to give you all a view of what they are like. 3 of the 4 stops in this video...
Kimberley Part 3- Manning Falls | Galvans Gorge | Mt Elizabeth Station
zhlédnutí 8KPřed 21 dnem
Join Dee & Ant as we explore the central GRR and surrounds. In this episode, we visit our two favourite gorges on the Gibb- Manning and Galvans. These beauties are on either side of Mt Barnett Roadhouse and are visually the most stunning spots. Both sites have hidden indigenous artworks from thousands of years ago. After an epic hike into Manning Falls, that includes swimming across a cold rive...
Kimberley Part 2- West Gibb River Road | Windjana & Tunnel Creek | Mt Hart Wilderness Lodge
zhlédnutí 8KPřed měsícem
We've found a hidden GEM! As we descend deep into the remote west Kimberley via the Gibb River Road, we stumble upon 3 course meals, cocktails and pure luxury..... We definitely weren't expecting this! Join Dee & Ant as we explore the amazing Windjana National Park, and then take a left off the GRR and head 50km's to Mt Hart. After speaking to many experienced GRR travellers, we were really uns...
The Kimberley- Part 1 | Barn Hill Station | Cape Leveque Road Trip
zhlédnutí 8KPřed měsícem
This is a special episode- When people mention The Kimberley, most of us think straight to Broome and the Gibb River Road...... These spots are definitely awesome, but there's also so much more! We first head to Barn Hill Station for our second visit- this place has transformed a lot in the past 2 years, and it is an absolute must when travelling in NW WA. We then do the big van swap in Broome,...
Ningaloo Coast- Episode 2 | Whale Shark & Turtle Dive | Campsite Reviews
zhlédnutí 7KPřed měsícem
Our favourite part of Australia!! Join Dee & Ant as we travel and review the campsites on the north or Yardie Creek on the most awesome Ningaloo Reef. We give a snapshot of the most popular and the ones that maybe you've never heard of. Some of these campsites are simply near impossible to book, but that shouldn't stop you from finding somewhere in this naturally beautiful wonder. Ant shares hi...
2024 Jawa Commander- Comprehensive Hybrid Caravan Review and Walk-Around
zhlédnutí 12KPřed 2 měsíci
Join Dee & Ant as they give a fully comprehensive walk-around of the brand new 2024 Commander. After pushing this van to it's potential, via the Gibb River Road, we share all of our experiences and why this van may be the best one we've experienced yet. The 2024 16 foot Commander has evolved from the original 2023 variant, with significant weight reduction on it's predecessor! 200mm wider, and ...
Ningaloo Reef- Episode 1: Coral Bay | Exmouth | Charles Knife Canyon
zhlédnutí 6KPřed 2 měsíci
Our favourite part of Australia!! Join Dee & Ant as we enter the Gascoyne region of Western Australia and the most beautiful coral reef in the world. In this episode, we land in Coral Bay (outside of school holidays this time) and spend a day at the beautiful Oyster Bridge. We then capture probably the best drone sequence of footage in all of our travels to date- Make sure you watch it with the...
WA's Most Under-rated National Park? | 4x4 Off-Road in the Jawa Stealth 16 | Francois Peron
zhlédnutí 11KPřed 2 měsíci
Alright, strap yourself in for this episode!! Join Dee & Ant as we take an epic 4x4 adventure into Francois Peron National Park, in the world heritage listed Shark Bay region of the Gascoyne in Western Australia. If you are wondering if the @jawaoffroadcampertrailers7687 Stealth 16 is truly a fully off-road van, take a look at this!! Yes we got bogged, yes there were flies, but this is truly on...
Caravan Reversing- This Video May Save Your Marriage | Hitching & Unhitching
zhlédnutí 4,5KPřed 2 měsíci
Watching this video may literally save your marriage! We've all been there- You are late to your destination, the campsite is packed, and EVERYONE is watching you trying to land that van on the tightest site at the camp...... We've learned a lot in the past few years, and now work as a team to make sure the van is exactly where we want it. We have very clear roles, we follow the same processes ...
Turquoise Coast- WA | The Pinnacles | Sea Lion Dive | Mavo get's drunk!
zhlédnutí 3,4KPřed 3 měsíci
Join Dee & Ant as we explore the beautiful Turquoise Coast region of Western Australia. Travelling north from Perth and up to Geraldton, we found some of the most amazing beach camps and beaches of the lap to date! Our favourite town was Jurien Bay, but the other little fishing villages were also memorable. We went diving with the Sea Lions, drove through the epic Pinnacles and scoped out camp ...
Margaret River Region 2024 | Breathtaking Beaches | Discover Hidden Gems!
zhlédnutí 3,5KPřed 3 měsíci
Join Dee & Ant as we explore the Margaret River Region for the second time. We first visited this iconic area just after Covid restrictions had been lifted, and were left a little underwhelmed based on the hype we'd heard........ Well in 2024, the region is back to its usual self and we had an absolutely amazing time. This region offers some of the most unique and beautiful natural coastal attr...
Hybrid Caravans- Setting up the Standard Awning: Tips & Hacks
zhlédnutí 6KPřed 3 měsíci
It's a hot debate everywhere- are these standard box awnings on imported hybrid caravans any good? Do I need to spend thousands on upgrading? If so, which one do I get? The questions go on. In this video, we share our experience with standard awnings over approximately 18 months and 1 and a half laps of Australia. We have had our awnings up in all sorts of variable conditions, from winds to tor...
Jawa Off-Road Campers Stealth 16- Comprehensive Hybrid Caravan Walk-Around & Review
zhlédnutí 13KPřed 4 měsíci
Join Dee & Ant as they give a fully comprehensive walk-around of the brand new 2024 Stealth 16. After living in this van for 3 weeks (2 of those fully off-grid), we also share some hot tips about living and maximising your enjoyment in these quality vans. The 2024 Stealth 16 is the latest iteration of their original Solid hybrid caravan, and makes it even better! 200mm wider, and just SO MANY q...
Great Southern WA Part 3- Albany | Granite Skywalk | Elephant Rocks & Greens Pool
zhlédnutí 2,9KPřed 4 měsíci
Great Southern WA Part 3- Albany | Granite Skywalk | Elephant Rocks & Greens Pool
Great Southern WA Part 2- Fitzgerald National Park | Starvation Bay | Our Stray Kitten
zhlédnutí 3,5KPřed 4 měsíci
Great Southern WA Part 2- Fitzgerald National Park | Starvation Bay | Our Stray Kitten
2024 Sirocco Grande- Final Thoughts
zhlédnutí 3,6KPřed 4 měsíci
2024 Sirocco Grande- Final Thoughts
Great Southern WA- Part 1| Where to Camp When Lucky Bay is Booked Out!!
zhlédnutí 7KPřed 5 měsíci
Great Southern WA- Part 1| Where to Camp When Lucky Bay is Booked Out!!
Jawa Sirocco Grande 2024- Comprehensive Walk-around & Handy Camping Hacks
zhlédnutí 21KPřed 5 měsíci
Jawa Sirocco Grande 2024- Comprehensive Walk-around & Handy Camping Hacks
Nullarbor Crossing | Jawa Hybrid Caravan Towing Dynamics | EPIC Bunda Cliffs Footage
zhlédnutí 7KPřed 5 měsíci
Nullarbor Crossing | Jawa Hybrid Caravan Towing Dynamics | EPIC Bunda Cliffs Footage
Big Update! Introducing Our New Jawa Off-Road Van | Preparing to work & live on the road
zhlédnutí 8KPřed 6 měsíci
Big Update! Introducing Our New Jawa Off-Road Van | Preparing to work & live on the road
South Island New Zealand- EPIC Road Trip and Uncovering The Best Spots to Stay
zhlédnutí 8KPřed 9 měsíci
South Island New Zealand- EPIC Road Trip and Uncovering The Best Spots to Stay
Byron Beauty | ENGWE E-Bike FUN | Jawa Stealth 10 & 180 Awning Review!
zhlédnutí 7KPřed 11 měsíci
Byron Beauty | ENGWE E-Bike FUN | Jawa Stealth 10 & 180 Awning Review!
Canopy 2.0 | BushWakka Extreme Darkness 270 Awning & Enerdrive Adventurer 200aH Lithium 12V Setup
zhlédnutí 8KPřed rokem
Canopy 2.0 | BushWakka Extreme Darkness 270 Awning & Enerdrive Adventurer 200aH Lithium 12V Setup
Ultimate FAMILY Hybrid Caravan Review- JAWA Tarwarri 18 (Triple Bunks) | Mavo's Camp Coffee Tutorial
zhlédnutí 94KPřed rokem
Ultimate FAMILY Hybrid Caravan Review- JAWA Tarwarri 18 (Triple Bunks) | Mavo's Camp Coffee Tutorial
Which Travel Internet Solution Is BEST For YOU?
zhlédnutí 12KPřed rokem
Which Travel Internet Solution Is BEST For YOU?
Hybrid Caravans- Luxury vs Performance | JAWA Commander Final Thoughts | Byron Bay Hidden Gem!
zhlédnutí 6KPřed rokem
Hybrid Caravans- Luxury vs Performance | JAWA Commander Final Thoughts | Byron Bay Hidden Gem!
Hybrid Caravan Review- JAWA Commander Part 1 | Sunshine Coast Hinterland | Portable Pizza Oven Demo
zhlédnutí 42KPřed rokem
Hybrid Caravan Review- JAWA Commander Part 1 | Sunshine Coast Hinterland | Portable Pizza Oven Demo
Gold Coast Hinterland | Beautiful Waterfalls | Fire Building Tutorial
zhlédnutí 4,6KPřed rokem
Gold Coast Hinterland | Beautiful Waterfalls | Fire Building Tutorial

Komentáře

  • @allisonbush2696
    @allisonbush2696 Před 2 dny

    Love your walk through. We pick our Sirocco Grande at the end of September just wonder did you feel the split in the mattresses?

    • @empty_nestadventures
      @empty_nestadventures Před 2 dny

      @@allisonbush2696 thanks Alison and great choice of van. We’ve had 8 different split mattresses in different models and never once ‘felt the split’. We always use a mattress topper (even use one at home on very expensive mattress) and always had good rest in the vans

    • @allisonbush2696
      @allisonbush2696 Před 2 dny

      @@empty_nestadventures thank you for replying

  • @DellBattle
    @DellBattle Před 2 dny

    Hi guys... we enjoy your channel and enjoy your layback,honest reviews and informative details of the places you visit in your travels. We are interested in the Retreat , matching it with a dual cab ( which comes first...chicken or egg? :) The Tare weights being 2525 av . and a payload of 460 av.. how easy have you found it to stay under ATM when travelling fulltime?? assuming you like to be comfortably under ATM? We usually do 2-3 week trips in our Forward fold SUV camper.

    • @empty_nestadventures
      @empty_nestadventures Před 2 dny

      @@DellBattle hi Dell! Yeah it’s a great question. We haven’t tested the Retreat yet, but is in the pipeline. The Tare weight is 5kg less than the original Commander and its ATM is the same. For context, on our first lap, the weight of our gear and 240L of water was approx 600kg. When we got back, we significantly culled this as we took way too much stuff. Clothes, cooking stuff and for example- a fire pit… we found that half the year there were fire bans, and then when there wasn’t bans, every camp spot had fixed or existing fire spots made by other campers- hence never used it…. We’ve got our stuff down to about 400kg with water. Some would say we pack light, but still think we have too much stuff… As for the car- if you are purchasing new, I’d advise a pre-rego suspension upgrade with engineered GVM and GCM upgrade. This will not only safeguard you better for these weights, but provide much tow and handle tougher road conditions. Sorry for the long response, but this is a complex area. In short- we love the look of the Retreat and very keen to test it. Keep an eye on our socials as we often don’t make a van review until 6 weeks into having it so we can give more insight, but always do realtime stuff on Insta and FB

  • @marnibarratt8805
    @marnibarratt8805 Před 2 dny

    Hi this looks amazing 🤩 do you have a discount code for cowfish ❤

    • @empty_nestadventures
      @empty_nestadventures Před 2 dny

      @@marnibarratt8805 we don’t, but contact the guys at Cowfish and mention the channel. They will look after you

  • @davidspeakman7489
    @davidspeakman7489 Před 2 dny

    Hi. I’m a single, 63 year old male. Could you please suggest which might be more suitable for me, the Stealth 12 or the Lowdown 13. Cheers.

    • @empty_nestadventures
      @empty_nestadventures Před 2 dny

      @@davidspeakman7489 hi David. We are actually picking up a Lowdown tomorrow to test for a couple of months. We’ve never had a LD before, so if you wait a week or two we could answer this with first hand experience in both. Dee loves the look of the new Lowdown though

    • @davidspeakman7489
      @davidspeakman7489 Před 2 dny

      Thank you. I enjoy your channel and trust your opinions. Good luck.

  • @davedave5457
    @davedave5457 Před 3 dny

    i joined the army as a 17 year old in 1991 left in 2014, yeah its shit fight corrupt global bankers wars to make politicians rich, but hey could have ended up a lot worse. tell him to use the system to suit himself and plan for an exit strategy

  • @bj240z
    @bj240z Před 3 dny

    Good to hear about the towing dynamics and differences in fuel consumption with the higher roof :)

  • @aussiewatcher5986
    @aussiewatcher5986 Před 3 dny

    Excellent video very honest and helpful, we are sold on the Sirocco Grande

    • @empty_nestadventures
      @empty_nestadventures Před 3 dny

      @@aussiewatcher5986 great choice of van! Comfortable and capable of going anywhere

  • @richardhudson9653
    @richardhudson9653 Před 4 dny

    Very good reviews on each so far. The Commander would be my pick as if being in it full time or at least a few months also as a base camp setup at a time to travel back home after three months the features really do suit that type of travel. I also cannot see the need for a longer van, fuel, weight length plus cost of dual vs single axle registration especially in NSW etc comes into play even though I have a 79 6WD to tow it with the extra storage in the commander will come in handy and YES I did take note of the weight issue I still want to stay under 3 tons. Having Starlink I would also be looking into the 12v conversion to limit the inverter drain on the batteries. Carry on with your travels and it will be interesting to see what van you eventually end up choosing for your own.

  • @tonyfoxd4868
    @tonyfoxd4868 Před 4 dny

    We have found over the years that it is track widths and sharp turns that do the most damage, not the height of the camper / caravan. We currently have 3 year old a SUV Navigator TS that has numerous battle scars, but it is an off-road camper so we expect that. Otherwise we’re not going where we want to go, and bugger letting a tree branch stopping that! Electric Chainsaw does get a bit of use though 😊 But recently we have ordered a new Jawa Commander, with a lot of the decision to buy coming from watching Ant & Dee’s awesome videos. Will it look brand new for long… Hell No, Not if we use it for what it is built for, which we fully intend to do 😎

  • @scottbrooks4856
    @scottbrooks4856 Před 4 dny

    Great video as always, informative. We love the look of the Jawa hybrids but wonder why they don’t have a fridge inside . Just a small think we’re considering.

    • @empty_nestadventures
      @empty_nestadventures Před 3 dny

      @@scottbrooks4856 hi mate. There are several models with an internal fridge- Commander, Sirocco Grande, Retreat

    • @scottbrooks4856
      @scottbrooks4856 Před 3 dny

      @@empty_nestadventures the Sirocco Grande looks 👌🏼 but just a whisker more than what we wanted to spend, but what’s $5k when you’re spending $70k. We need to make the trip to Jawa from Vic. Keep up the great work Ant and Dee 👍🏼

  • @michelletoga9575
    @michelletoga9575 Před 4 dny

    Hey guys love your channel! We are from Victoria and find Jawas very uncommon down here. Have you heard of any good hybrid Makes down here that would compare to the Jawa ?

    • @aaronchesebro6991
      @aaronchesebro6991 Před 4 dny

      Urban do a 17 also Conquerer

    • @empty_nestadventures
      @empty_nestadventures Před 3 dny

      @@michelletoga9575 hey Michelle! A couple of things- We know quite a few people who live a long way from a Jawa outlet, but have been stoked with Jawa’s post sale service. I know a lot of cases where they have a network of local repair/technicians that can help (at their cost if it is a van issue). I also know that the owners also have a transport company, so they can deliver to Melbourne at very reasonable price

    • @michelletoga9575
      @michelletoga9575 Před 3 dny

      @@empty_nestadventures thanks heaps great to know.

  • @jakobcarruthers1086

    Just wish they could offer the lowdown in a longer model

    • @empty_nestadventures
      @empty_nestadventures Před 3 dny

      @@jakobcarruthers1086 hi mate. I’ll add that to the list of things when I talk to the guys next… We’re about to pick up a Lowdown for the first time to test for a couple of months. I’ll ask if it’s ever been considered. I know the LD has been a very popular model, but not sure if there are any limitations stopping it from being longer

    • @stevehargrave4127
      @stevehargrave4127 Před 3 dny

      Considering a low down ourselves will be keen to see your review

  • @stephenhorton119
    @stephenhorton119 Před 5 dny

    Classic example of the difference as shown in the latest Lil & Jake post with Harry from farm to fork . Hard top struggling to follow pop top on a track

  • @briangill4000
    @briangill4000 Před 5 dny

    Thanks ANT, good job.

  • @briangill4000
    @briangill4000 Před 5 dny

    We have been looking to buy something more seriously in the last 6 months. Our biggest issue with a hybrid is not having an island bed. The ordeal of making the bed must be a pain, and having to crawl over the bed at 3 am to go for a wee must also be difficult.

    • @donr62
      @donr62 Před 5 dny

      Keeps you fit and agile 👍

    • @briangill4000
      @briangill4000 Před 5 dny

      @donr62 I don't have a problem with it, but after driving 700k round trip to look at an Urban Ultralite I was out voted because of the bed. Bummer.

    • @stephenhorton119
      @stephenhorton119 Před 5 dny

      @@briangill4000 just did 3 months 16k trip both over 60 , it not a big deal as some may make out

  • @briangill4000
    @briangill4000 Před 5 dny

    Cool, looking forward to this one, since you have spent plenty of time in all of them.

  • @timlucas4014
    @timlucas4014 Před 5 dny

    FFS at 3:41 did a child do the external chalking ???

  • @peneloperobertson2803

    Loved the tips and hacks. Hoping you may be able to tell me where you got your rainbow wall hanger from and slightly off topic where did you get your beautiful white top and shorts. You look absolutely beautiful. Really enjoyed your video. ❤

    • @empty_nestadventures
      @empty_nestadventures Před 8 dny

      @@peneloperobertson2803 Thank you! I can’t recall where I got the cute rainbow hanging from sorry but my shorts are from Ghanda and the shirt is an old one (I’m actually looking for another one) from a boho shop in Byron. Thanks for watching 🤗

  • @wendymarsh4715
    @wendymarsh4715 Před 9 dny

    Great episode. We always use our max trax to level up. Can use multiple stacked and gives a nice balanced level for our hybrid van.

  • @mandylyons71
    @mandylyons71 Před 9 dny

    Love the opening guys. Next level filming and music.

  • @livinglifeloud1885
    @livinglifeloud1885 Před 11 dny

    You guys are doing such a great job. Really enjoying these episodes. Definite fomo!

  • @NoeleneWelsford-b7n
    @NoeleneWelsford-b7n Před 11 dny

    Very impressive little van. Do you have to unpack the bed sheets/ doona every time you move camp?

    • @empty_nestadventures
      @empty_nestadventures Před 11 dny

      @@NoeleneWelsford-b7n Absolutely not, We generally keep them on and it folds over beautifully ready for the next destination. Our trip before this one was at Gordon Country around a fire pit, so the sheets needed a wash lol hence making the bed from scratch in this video.

  • @LyndaHolford
    @LyndaHolford Před 11 dny

    What a lovely spot. Bed making skills on point Dee. 😜

  • @JourneyUnknown
    @JourneyUnknown Před 14 dny

    Great episode guys! We can so relate to you both. Just wondering what time of year did you complete the Gibb and would you suggest travelling west to east or east to west? Thanks, Troy & Laura

    • @empty_nestadventures
      @empty_nestadventures Před 14 dny

      @@JourneyUnknown cheers guys. We’ve done it twice and hit the Gibb on 1 June each time, west to east…. Main reason is timing with places like Exmouth (whale shark season) and Broome, plus not school holidays. Southern WA in Jan/Feb and then slowly up to leave Broome at the end of May

  • @AussieDazza
    @AussieDazza Před 16 dny

    I served in the RAAF for 9.5 Years, Airframe fitter/ Aircraft technician on the F111 , joined at 18. The military is a great career.

  • @stephenhorton119
    @stephenhorton119 Před 17 dny

    It would be easier just to dig a hole for the van to level it

  • @stephenmurfit800
    @stephenmurfit800 Před 17 dny

    I'm an Army Vet, Mavo. Be proud of your son. It's what he wanted to do. It can be a rewarding career, but like Aldi, good different.

  • @neilwelsford3578
    @neilwelsford3578 Před 17 dny

    Another cracking episode guys

  • @ThisVagabondLife
    @ThisVagabondLife Před 17 dny

    What a wonderful capture of the GRR experience. Have just completed it coming the other way, so got the hard bit over first. Well done on getting all the way through on El Questro gorge!

  • @maxifisher9571
    @maxifisher9571 Před 17 dny

    What a pleasure it was getting to meet and fly with you guys. All the best on the rest of your trip! Cheers - Maxi

  • @craigspielvogel8774
    @craigspielvogel8774 Před 18 dny

    Question for you guys, how do you get the little car and caravan graphic on your maps. Cheers

  • @garybeauchamp9975
    @garybeauchamp9975 Před 18 dny

    Hi Ant and Dee, this is the best video! Loved watching it and you guys. Hope Dee is ok? We both got upset when she did. Beautiful. Gary and Terrena from Exmouth. Keep them coming mate

    • @empty_nestadventures
      @empty_nestadventures Před 18 dny

      @@garybeauchamp9975 I’m good thanks Gary and Terrena, just having a little moment … Home sick, over the corrugation and the unsettling feeling of your child heading into the army just got to me. Our son has the kindest heart and I just don’t want him to change physically and mentally for the worst, if that makes sense. Glad you both enjoyed this one ☺️

  • @AdventurzAU
    @AdventurzAU Před 18 dny

    As a Vet, thank your Son for his Service.

  • @Linda-iv5bq
    @Linda-iv5bq Před 18 dny

    Thanks for the shout-out guys it was a tough walk out. Looking at the video looking across from that level platform where the sandy bit is across the creek I fell a bit further down into the gorge.

  • @leonwakefield7285
    @leonwakefield7285 Před 18 dny

    Best video yet guys,loved every minute of it.😊

  • @peterwest5661
    @peterwest5661 Před 18 dny

    Mavo the river crossing queen! Ant you didnt look interested.

  • @annapietroniro-widdeson4973

    A great episode guys well done to your you, fella hugs for Dee 🥰

  • @highvibe4839
    @highvibe4839 Před 18 dny

    This was a magical video in so many ways, the shear beauty of the palms growing in the rocky gorges, to the green frogs and waterfalls, spectacular chopper ride. What a roller coaster ride of emotions for you both, keeping calm at all times, tears are a release dee and honestly refreshing to see - travel effects us in various ways when your not in your permanent home habitat. That Gibb River Road is something else, and best wishes for your son now in the Military. 🇦🇺🥂

  • @robertarmbruster5650
    @robertarmbruster5650 Před 18 dny

    You two are doing a great job, thanks for sharing. What are those fish, maybe sooty grunters? Our two sons were in the forces, Matty an ADGE and Joe in the army, then they joined the cops. I take it from the little upset you may have missed the march out parade - don't worry, it's all good.

  • @tonyfoxd4868
    @tonyfoxd4868 Před 18 dny

    WoW WoW WoW One of the best videos yet! I have a morbid fear of heights but was convinced to do a Glacier Helicopter tour in Alaska recently and was shocked at how smooth and safe it felt so this Lost City heli tour now added to our bucket list. And of course we’ll be doing all in our Commander as well 🦊

    • @empty_nestadventures
      @empty_nestadventures Před 18 dny

      @@tonyfoxd4868 thanks Tony! It was an awesome experience and felt very safe

  • @alisonphilp7497
    @alisonphilp7497 Před 18 dny

    Great episode guys awsome footage what’s the chopper ride cost out there ❤️🇦🇺🤙🙏

  • @michelleroberts9721
    @michelleroberts9721 Před 19 dny

    Great video guys. I loved all your videos but this was up there as one of the best. Loved the camping by the Pentecost River and the helicopter flight was amazing. How beautiful to see the falls from above. I also cried when you cried Dee. Could feel your anxiety and the sadness from not being with your son at that special time in his life but you were there in spirit. I really enjoyed all your amazing drone footage too. We live in a beautiful country.

    • @empty_nestadventures
      @empty_nestadventures Před 19 dny

      @@michelleroberts9721 Thanks Michelle, always love your support and feedback ☺️ I’m such a sook and still got teary watching that again when I made the vid lol 😂

  • @warrencramer4516
    @warrencramer4516 Před 19 dny

    That camping by the pentecost looks absolutely sublime...

    • @empty_nestadventures
      @empty_nestadventures Před 18 dny

      @@warrencramer4516 yep, wish we had longer as we got a primo site… next time we do the GRR, we’ll stay here instead of ELQ

  • @briangill4000
    @briangill4000 Před 19 dny

    17:04. Well done to your young fella.

  • @briangill4000
    @briangill4000 Před 19 dny

    When we did the Canning, an idiot passed us doing 100kph.. the next day at Durba Springs, we heard stories of a guy trying to beg or buy some new shocks..😂🤣😂🤣

  • @briangill4000
    @briangill4000 Před 19 dny

    Good,sensible driving Ant. The horror stories of the GRR are mostly people driving way too fast. Sometimes shear bad luck can come into it as well, but speed kills suspension and tyres.

  • @briangill4000
    @briangill4000 Před 19 dny

    Yippee, another episode

  • @fourbysolo
    @fourbysolo Před 19 dny

    Did you book in with a chiropractor after those corrugations yet? Another great video Dee, thanks for sharing. The inserts on the video work really well.

    • @empty_nestadventures
      @empty_nestadventures Před 19 dny

      @@fourbysolo thanks heaps for the feedback! Yeah the chiro makes heaps out of us when get back home!

  • @vanessa1474
    @vanessa1474 Před 19 dny

    Hey guys - as an aside, have you done a follow up video on Cowfish technologies antenna at all? If so, could you link me to it? If not, would really appreciate an updated video.

    • @empty_nestadventures
      @empty_nestadventures Před 19 dny

      @@vanessa1474 hey Vanessa. It’s in the pipeline, just need to find time to get it done

    • @vanessa1474
      @vanessa1474 Před 19 dny

      Awesome! Looking forward to it

  • @damianvears4149
    @damianvears4149 Před 22 dny

    Great vid guys. Enjoying watching your adventures. Well done.