Amazing Eco Village House Tours // Jungle Diaries Ep 4

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Komentáře • 277

  • @autumnalberts7404
    @autumnalberts7404 Před 4 měsíci +229

    Louis father is a good man. He oozes that great, loving energy that you can see in Louis as well

    • @ciara1045
      @ciara1045 Před 4 měsíci +2

      i said it on the last vid too but the 3 generations of positive mascuinity we get to see with them is such a rare and beautiful thing

    • @sallyl5071
      @sallyl5071 Před 4 měsíci

      I couldn't agree more! I love Louis's dad!! I came to comments just to say that but while I'm here I am so afraid of cicadas for some reason, & most bugs tbh..😅..The monkey's faces r wild as well. Enjoying these vids Louuis and Raya but I always do wherever you are ❤

  • @lb282012
    @lb282012 Před 4 měsíci +193

    I've been watching Louis for 10+ years and I reckon Jungle Diaries might just be your best series yet! Loving the long episodes too! :)

    • @wonderland8
      @wonderland8 Před 4 měsíci +4

      Same! And agreed! Absolutely vibin through these videos! ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉

    • @sydneylinh_
      @sydneylinh_ Před 4 měsíci +2

      Same here:)

    • @muuphoenix
      @muuphoenix Před 4 měsíci +2

      Absolutely agree.

  • @kristine1971
    @kristine1971 Před 4 měsíci +96

    dad is a natural on the camera :)

    • @lolsaXx
      @lolsaXx Před 4 měsíci +6

      Hes been around Louis vlogging since the start. A very long time go. He even started his own cooking channel at some point.

    • @ExanthePRKL
      @ExanthePRKL Před 4 měsíci +2

      @@lolsaXx I loved his cooking videos!!

  • @JustDeb13
    @JustDeb13 Před 4 měsíci +58

    What a treat! Seeing Raya's beautiful Mom and Louis' handsome Dad. The homes in your community are amazing. Best of all is Neo, such a smart, happy guy. 💕

  • @susandibble3525
    @susandibble3525 Před 4 měsíci +36

    That is how we brought our daughter up, take them everywhere and let them learn from every experience in life, it works 🤗

  • @lissamtate66
    @lissamtate66 Před 4 měsíci +37

    I’ve said it before-y’all all look SO much more relaxed and content! It’s beautiful to watch 😊

  • @mastandstars5869
    @mastandstars5869 Před 4 měsíci +16

    There’s something about watching a video by someone who has done 100,000 hours.
    It looks effortless. But it took 13 years to make.
    So nice to see Louis’ dad & Raya’s mom as well. Just a beautiful video.
    Absolutely beautiful. ❤️❤️❤️

  • @christinahartnett2316
    @christinahartnett2316 Před 4 měsíci +14

    Raya, your haircut absolutely suits you! You may not be used to it, but the layers blend in beautifully bc your hair is dark. The layers add depth and volume!

  • @poeticposturing3850
    @poeticposturing3850 Před 4 měsíci +13

    Neo toning. Wow, that was gorgeous.

  • @211nikkip
    @211nikkip Před 4 měsíci +8

    Thanks for coming by and for including our house in your diaries! We appreciate it. Enjoy Costa Rica and Alegria. We had so much fun dancing with you all and meeting that incredible
    Neo

  • @ashtopham3130
    @ashtopham3130 Před 4 měsíci +32

    I would love a video on how these communities work and how you got involved, and how it all starts. It's so different to the norm it's very interesting. How does finance for the communal areas work? What do you get included when you buy land? What expectations and rules do you have to uphold. How many plots of land... how far are you from a town. So many questions!

    • @pamfogarty3087
      @pamfogarty3087 Před 4 měsíci +3

      Yes I agree so many questions! I am fascinated by this lifestyle and sucha beautiful place to live👌

    • @yessiloo
      @yessiloo Před 4 měsíci +3

      Yo can find some of that on the first videos when they started to drive the bus down to Costa Rica they talked about it!

    • @stephaniemckenzie9805
      @stephaniemckenzie9805 Před 4 měsíci +3

      I would also love a video answering these kinds of questions, or going in to more detail about what's all included, Costs etc x

    • @LuisMejia
      @LuisMejia Před 4 měsíci

      You can get to know a lot of this answers if you google “Alegría Village”. They have a website with some answers.

  • @ruhamadin7426
    @ruhamadin7426 Před 4 měsíci +16

    These vlogs are a breath of fresh air! I think that deep down, community and connection are what humans crave and need. It's so wonderful and inspiring to see you live out your version of community, in such a stunning location. Thank you for opening up your lives and sharing all of this

  • @COEXIST-ny4db
    @COEXIST-ny4db Před 4 měsíci +8

    Oh wow! That footage flying with the 🐦 birds was absolutely AMAZING!!

  • @dyceemma
    @dyceemma Před 4 měsíci +8

    I love it but I’m a bit confused why you wouldn’t have the bus as maybe a guest room and then build a couple of bedrooms in your house? So excited to see everything unfold for you guys!

  • @TatyRodrigues
    @TatyRodrigues Před 4 měsíci +1

    God, I love the vibe Alegria has!! Very freeing, zero judgement…! Like, everyone embraces everyone!! So peaceful 🥹😌

  • @noodleMoodle253
    @noodleMoodle253 Před 4 měsíci +32

    Okay, the community you guys live in is so cool! A little cult like ( gotta throw that in there lol) BUT looks so healing to be surrounded by community and like minded people !

    • @Pine_Peaks
      @Pine_Peaks Před 4 měsíci +19

      I keep wondering if this community will end up in some Netflix documentary

    • @domcage6724
      @domcage6724 Před 4 měsíci +8

      Yeah very big cult vibes

    • @RayaandLouis
      @RayaandLouis  Před 4 měsíci +29

      😂😂😂 this is honestly so funny to me! The definition of a cult is “a system of religious veneration and devotion directed toward a particular figure or object” so this community couldn’t be further from that. There are people of all religions living here and we don’t have any kind of ‘leader’ or anything that people look up. That’s why we have the HOA meeting, we all vote for everything in the community. It’s just like a neighborhood but instead of ignoring our neighbors or saying hi in passing, we choose to get to know each other, have potlucks, pool parties etc often. We all think life should be shared and that our kids should grow up together. The cacao ceremony may look strange to someone who hasn’t been to one before but it’s just a chance to come together and drink cacao (a ceremonial drink from Mayan and Aztec traditions in Central and South America). For many, many, many years cacao has been a powerful plant in many cultures. We just pour sugar in it, over process it and call it chocolate. But if you make a drink with the real cacao, it’s actually so good for you and in the ceremony we just celebrate life, maybe set an intention (like a wish on a birthday candle maybe?) and the singing feels really nice to hear yourself in harmony with a group. Again, there is no religious connection, we are not praying to anything together (besides just gratitude for nature and the earth maybe?) but we all come from very different backgrounds and religions and are just living our lives.. we just happen to all want to be friends 😂❤️

    • @RayaandLouis
      @RayaandLouis  Před 4 měsíci +31

      lol sorry for the super long response but I know some people are scared of things that are different than what they’re used to, but i think it’s sad that many perceive that the only way you can spend time with people and want to live life as a community is if you all pray to the same ‘god’. Unfortunately, being disconnected has become so normalized that connection can look scary to some and I hope our videos can help dispel that ✌🏼❤️

    • @eve5724
      @eve5724 Před 4 měsíci +4

      I find it interesting how spiritual type of gatherings are getting 'cult' plastered but there's several religions like Christianity that don't get that cult label

  • @valarya
    @valarya Před 4 měsíci +17

    That 2nd to last house was incredible, with all the polished concrete floors and the bathtub on the balcony: heaven!

  • @pamelataylor412
    @pamelataylor412 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Raya, I’ve never ever seen your hair look anything but gorgeous! And from my observations, you’re a natural leader. Thank you for all the inspiration you give all of us❤

  • @lizame65
    @lizame65 Před 4 měsíci +7

    I love seeing Louis dad and Ryan's mom they're helping out

  • @robbielumpkin7935
    @robbielumpkin7935 Před 4 měsíci +5

    Leo singing is the best. He’s so curious what a doll.❤🥰😍😘

  • @elaine4498
    @elaine4498 Před 4 měsíci +13

    What an amazing place and way of life. Neo is a very lucky little boy.

  • @emmaipsaro4711
    @emmaipsaro4711 Před 4 měsíci +18

    Your dad is quite the silver fox Louis!!

  • @rakalu9994
    @rakalu9994 Před 4 měsíci +4

    Louis dad is always a nice edition to the vlog 😁😁😁

  • @janef5578
    @janef5578 Před 4 měsíci +11

    Raya, I belong to a woman's group (small 6 of us). It's one of the best things in my life! I'm the newest member and I remember feeling apprehensive about leading for the first time as you are feeling, but it's so rewarding! It also made me step out of my comfort zone and made me realize how much I have to offer. Good luck with it, I'm sure you'll be amazing!

  • @ravenwild5184
    @ravenwild5184 Před 5 dny

    Thank you so very much!
    So nostalgic... I had the Joy of living in Intentional communities from the late 60's thru the late 90's and miss it sooooo much.
    Injuries and health issues created a shift. Niw, finally healing after 24+years am so wanting to find a community again.
    Needing a place that embraces elders and shared resources as I couldn't work all thise years and live now in social security disability income.
    If anyone reads this and knows of any great communal places please leave a shout out here.
    Looking primarily in US but open to anything great! Only speak English as of now.
    Oh, and not a big fan of high heat or humidity so Costa Rica not a likely good fit. Gratitude for your vlogs.

  • @madigoes
    @madigoes Před 4 měsíci +34

    I LOVE Louis' dad vlogging!!! :)

    • @shanascott525
      @shanascott525 Před 4 měsíci +3

      Yesss, louis' dad is fabulous 😊

    • @ciara1045
      @ciara1045 Před 4 měsíci +2

      i love how both of their parents are totally into their way of living

  • @sharonlundquist8433
    @sharonlundquist8433 Před 4 měsíci +6

    Neo is becoming a little water baby. Love your new country, very pretty.

  • @jofiedler
    @jofiedler Před 4 měsíci +2

    That drone shot with the birds was amazing.

  • @celinaquiros9381
    @celinaquiros9381 Před 4 měsíci +1

    I feel like Neo is going to take his first steps before the next diary. What a great vlog. The houses, the demo, the food, the community, dad and mum. SO great!!

  • @Allaboutthemooncc
    @Allaboutthemooncc Před 4 měsíci +1

    Neo joining in on the singing was the best!

  • @andreahughes1
    @andreahughes1 Před 4 měsíci +5

    The music, the topography, the weather and people are just a drink for the soul! Loving the vlogs!

  • @katherinew1538
    @katherinew1538 Před 4 měsíci +8

    Am I the only one who thought it was super weird when the guy fed all of the adults bites of that banana thing with his fingers?! 😂

    • @RayaandLouis
      @RayaandLouis  Před 4 měsíci +2

      He’s one of our best friends and it was just a silly joke - you can see we were all laughing 😂

    • @katherinew1538
      @katherinew1538 Před 4 měsíci

      @@RayaandLouis ah ok, makes much more sense then! Haha

  • @worldtraveler84
    @worldtraveler84 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Thank you so much for proving that it’s still possible for neighbors to be civil towards one another. 👏👏👏

  • @rebeccarendle3706
    @rebeccarendle3706 Před 4 měsíci +2

    How can people not know what the sound is! And worse complain about the beautiful background "tropical jungle sounds."...its wonderful!
    Another fab vlog. I've never been so excited for the next video to be posted like I have in this series... its great!

  • @KickinTheBucket-List
    @KickinTheBucket-List Před 4 měsíci +11

    Loving these vlogs, it feels like old CZcams content. Very comforting and nostalgic 🧡

  • @mikkelguy
    @mikkelguy Před 4 měsíci +13

    So excited to see the channel grow with this new chapter of your lives!

  • @navmoon22
    @navmoon22 Před 4 měsíci +2

    I go into a little bubble watching your guys jungle diaries. It’s genuinely good for my soul. I feel like I can dream and that dreams do come true!
    Louis, I would love to hear more about how you began your CZcams journey and how that has brought you to the present moment! I didn’t realise you started CZcams until after 25. I often feel like “I should’ve started sooner” but this gives me hope, that the best time to start anything is now.
    Society tells us that life begins to end in your mid to late 20s, but it only ends then if we decide that. You’re an example of how life can still remain an adventure. How you can live in new countries, create a family, explore, adventure, pick up new hobbies and more after the age of 25. And it’s so inspiring and really filled me with hope today 💜💜💜💜
    Thriveeee you guysss! Thriveeee! 🥰💜✨

  • @louisebourne5779
    @louisebourne5779 Před 4 měsíci +9

    Hi Raya and Louis, loving these jungle adventure diaries. Thankyou for sharing. 🥰🥰

  • @emilymolloy953
    @emilymolloy953 Před 4 měsíci +3

    When you know the vlog is already going to be amazing so you like it ASAP!!

  • @tinaisbister7480
    @tinaisbister7480 Před 4 měsíci +6

    Very nice interesting place to live people seems nice and helpful and caring. A little like a a cult, but nice.

    • @RayaandLouis
      @RayaandLouis  Před 4 měsíci

      Left a long reply on another comment like this, please read ✌🏼❤️

  • @28Jerca
    @28Jerca Před 4 měsíci

    Loooooving these Jungle Diaries! So inspiring!

  • @Jen_Rose426
    @Jen_Rose426 Před 4 měsíci

    Loving this series!!!

  • @beverleypicard2116
    @beverleypicard2116 Před 4 měsíci

    Love the footage of Costa Rica . Beautiful

  • @Jewlz82ca
    @Jewlz82ca Před 4 měsíci

    Loving this series! So glad you are documenting it

  • @ZeroWasteFamily
    @ZeroWasteFamily Před 4 měsíci

    so great to see you and your dad renovating the buss

  • @andreaewert7204
    @andreaewert7204 Před 4 měsíci

    What an amazing community! Thanks for bringing us along! ❤
    Incredible drone shots with the birds!!!❤

  • @EvaAliceD
    @EvaAliceD Před 4 měsíci +1

    It takes a village to raise a child and this community or neighbourhood really lives by that! So nice to see love and friendship still is thriving when the news are full of the opposite! Looking forward to see the bus livable and covered by some deck area before you leave Costa Rica you really feel in your element there 🥰🥰🥰

  • @jasmineresendes1996
    @jasmineresendes1996 Před 4 měsíci +5

    I’m LOVING these long vlogs! ❤

  • @mandyabusahliya2660
    @mandyabusahliya2660 Před 4 měsíci

    This new series is something I can really see my self coming back to and watching again in the future. Just love the relaxing and positive vibes you guys are radiating! ❤

  • @CorEbuzzBee
    @CorEbuzzBee Před 4 měsíci +1

    Thanks for sharing the house tours! I wasn’t able to make it so I’m happy to see the highlights. 🎉

  • @gentlygrace
    @gentlygrace Před 4 měsíci

    I love that Louis' dad is vlogging!

  • @morgan9729
    @morgan9729 Před 4 měsíci

    those cups are ADORABLE!!!!

  • @Mintssssssss
    @Mintssssssss Před 4 měsíci

    What a dream life! I'm loving this series! 💗

  • @jennymichelle81
    @jennymichelle81 Před 4 měsíci

    Wow you're putting out some awesome content! I'm loving these vlogs!!

  • @priscillachapman9145
    @priscillachapman9145 Před 4 měsíci

    This was a great blog! It is the first one where you really got the feeling for the community and the people. I loved seeing some of the houses. Your dad Louis is really a lovely man.

  • @breepinchbeck
    @breepinchbeck Před 4 měsíci +1

    Naww Neo joining in with everyone saying ahhhhh 😂❤ so cute

  • @lindsaydish
    @lindsaydish Před 4 měsíci

    Wow what incredible drone footage! Living vicariously through you until we can make the big move ♥️

  • @nessbz
    @nessbz Před 4 měsíci

    Loving this series

  • @charmaineroper9227
    @charmaineroper9227 Před 4 měsíci

    Love seeing Louis’s dad ❤ it’s so nice he has wanted to help and support

  • @lailahovden8893
    @lailahovden8893 Před 4 měsíci

    Exciting, thank you, best wishes. 😃

  • @Rose274
    @Rose274 Před 4 měsíci

    Looks like Paradise ❤

  • @twocoddiwompletravellers
    @twocoddiwompletravellers Před 4 měsíci +3

    Those houses are amazing.

  • @vanessadaniels400
    @vanessadaniels400 Před 4 měsíci

    You are providing such an incredible life experience for yourselves and especially for Neo xxx You truly are amazing parents xxx

  • @morganash7113
    @morganash7113 Před 4 měsíci +4

    These videos radiate such happiness even through the struggles. Love it ❤ please keep these coming ❤

  • @christydavis8490
    @christydavis8490 Před 4 měsíci +5

    I started watching you guys right before you had your little guy. Just wanted to say you both are delightful and have such a positive beautiful sprint. And Raya I was thinking how great you hair looked - I think the layers look great!

  • @catherineb5191
    @catherineb5191 Před 4 měsíci

    My favorite house was the last one on the tour. So gorgeous! I can’t wait to see what you build!

  • @TobinOsusky
    @TobinOsusky Před 4 měsíci +1

    Super duper Pura Vida .. Bendiciones vecinos!

  • @stateofzan
    @stateofzan Před 4 měsíci

    Stunning! Loving these long Alegria vlogs! 🎉❤

  • @eileenderheim3768
    @eileenderheim3768 Před 4 měsíci

    Great video! Loved seeing Louis's Dad, Raya's Mom and their interaction with the adorable Neo. The cicadas, the mangos, bananas and landscape brought back memories of my home country of Venezuela. ♥

  • @NicoleTheAlchemist
    @NicoleTheAlchemist Před 4 měsíci +2

    Love this series! ❤

  • @bazia7927
    @bazia7927 Před 4 měsíci

    Love the drone flying w the turkey vultures!

  • @helenaananas
    @helenaananas Před 4 měsíci

    Your vlogs help me remember my dreams and give me strength during difficult times I'm living at the moment. Thanks a million!

  • @Innerreflectiontoday
    @Innerreflectiontoday Před 4 měsíci

    You both look so much happier ❤

  • @Vinceventuring
    @Vinceventuring Před 4 měsíci

    Aww you guys look like you are thriving, so beautiful.

  • @kelliepineda9822
    @kelliepineda9822 Před 4 měsíci +1

    thanks to you guys im trying n eatting all lids of things n out of my comfort zone n i like it

  • @Simpleconsciousliving
    @Simpleconsciousliving Před 4 měsíci +1

    We love following you guys! So good to see you there with family and community! We are soon moving to our new home in Costa Rica as well, so seeing you there gives us a little idea of what's to come. We can't wait to document all of that!! And Raya, you'd be an amazing leader for the women circle as you have such a genuine authenticity and a beautiful deep soul. Go girl!
    Sending blessings to you all from the mountains of Colorado 💗
    Émily & Travis

  • @talesfromrosie852
    @talesfromrosie852 Před 4 měsíci

    Loved the drone shots! ❤

  • @I_am_Lauren
    @I_am_Lauren Před 4 měsíci

    Louis you are an OG CZcams Legend and it's a pleasure to see how your family is growing and evolving! I love how VIbrant you and Raya seem in Costa Rica!

  • @PassiveAgressive319
    @PassiveAgressive319 Před 4 měsíci

    Louis’s Dad raving is EVERYTHING ❤❤❤🕺🏼🕺🏼🕺🏼🕺🏼🕺🏼

  • @isnoo1
    @isnoo1 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Oh I am LOVING this series............ Wish you could stay longer than a month.........

  • @veeemit9719
    @veeemit9719 Před 4 měsíci +1

    All of your outfits are colorful and pretty😊

  • @binta3760
    @binta3760 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Lovely vlog! You two are great parents! In case you want to know, House number 5 was my favorite and I liked #3 and #4 as well.

  • @MeIYQ
    @MeIYQ Před 4 měsíci +2

    Such a fun and enjoyable life. Thank you for your videos ~ Raya. Love all your clothes ~ 😊

  • @melaniejaneprocter5529
    @melaniejaneprocter5529 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Wow, the second to the last house was my favourite, cant believe it was so big, just what i would want when i win the lottery.
    Neo has changed so much since you have been there. He has opened up more and is so more relaxed.
    You have so much to do with the van, but cant wait to see what you will build. ❤❤❤❤XXXXX

  • @elsienorback7689
    @elsienorback7689 Před 4 měsíci

    Wow, you guys have an amazing lifestyle and it will be more complete when you get your place built and set up to live there long term. I know you guys are in the process of renovating the bus and you guys have showed us other ppl’s places that have been completed. You guys definitely need a pool, with an awesome deck and outside kitchen.

  • @YourGreenLady
    @YourGreenLady Před 4 měsíci

    37:27 Neo chanting with everyone is so beautiful and priceless sound healing transcends all

  • @abg1512
    @abg1512 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Seeing the Acerola tree made me remember of my childhood in Brazil... try an acerola and orange juice and with a lot of vitamin C, is very good.

  • @Shelty6
    @Shelty6 Před 4 měsíci

    What an amazing community for you both. It is perfect for you and your family. Can't wait until you get Callie back there too.

  • @lona1994
    @lona1994 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Hey thanks for sharing! Could you maybe explain, why you use the bus and not build a new building?

  • @ravinstates8055
    @ravinstates8055 Před 4 měsíci +2

    It makes my whole week when you guys upload! I’ve been watching you both for about 10 years now and I’m just loving these vlogs! Also, just so happy for you guys! You guys totally manifested this life you built!

  • @Magsters417
    @Magsters417 Před 4 měsíci +3

    I love the sound of nature in the background. Happy for the three of you! We need another Kara and Nate collaboration with you all soon :) just sayin’

    • @Lonnwriting
      @Lonnwriting Před 4 měsíci

      Yes Kara and Nate visit, maybe your next visit to your land.

  • @AZSH.TRACKZ
    @AZSH.TRACKZ Před 4 měsíci +4

    You live in a society I want to make here in America. All I need is acres 😭🙌🏾♥️👏🏾 and people willing to join and be part of such wholesome community 🤍 we all have something to give, if only we looked passed our differences.. we’ll notice we have more incommon than different 🥹🫶🏽

  • @miranda5621
    @miranda5621 Před 4 měsíci

    Such a fun vlog! Thank you for showing us a look into the community culture and housing, it’s all so beautiful!
    One of my favourite parts is when Louis’ dad is filming at the fruit market and Raya is looking at Louis with so much love and fun energy without them knowing they’re being filmed 😍

  • @eddie5407
    @eddie5407 Před 4 měsíci

    Raya your hair looks great! Being a hair stylist my self I find your layers very flattering, nice movement.
    Love your jungle diaries!!

  • @theresa5227
    @theresa5227 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Luv u guy's adventures ❤

  • @natalielee4091
    @natalielee4091 Před 4 měsíci

    Brilliant vlog ❤

  • @EvalyneNyambura
    @EvalyneNyambura Před 4 měsíci

    As a Kenyan I feel like I would love to move in to such a community. This is amazing

  • @marymary1976
    @marymary1976 Před 4 měsíci

    omg I just saw Stephen is there! I follow him and have read of his projects for years, he is amazing

  • @annewanjiku209
    @annewanjiku209 Před 4 měsíci

    This I'd just what I thought of you showing us costarica.. am just in love.cant forget to say how Neo is jus happy and bubbly.. enjoy ❤❤ cause you deserve it

  • @davemuster7162
    @davemuster7162 Před 4 měsíci

    Love these Jungle Diaries episodes - thanks for sharing it with us! Would love to see more of those spins of the beauty of Costa Rica around 25:52