My First Road Trip ALONE

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  • čas přidán 25. 07. 2024
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Komentáře • 430

  • @AliciaLRMI
    @AliciaLRMI Před 3 lety +380

    More young people need to experience this type of thing. It’s great.

    • @lostintime8651
      @lostintime8651 Před 3 lety +10

      Her mommy and daddy helped her.....
      THEY RAISE BOTH GIRLS RIGHT!!

    • @MillaExplores
      @MillaExplores Před 3 lety +7

      Yes, solo traveling is definitely something everyone should try 😍

    • @Feddy99
      @Feddy99 Před 3 lety

      Yeah I have no clue how to start but then again I'm stuck doing college classes this summer :(

  • @TheCronedoggy
    @TheCronedoggy Před 3 lety +402

    The map with the little Monica cutout cracked me up.

  • @rachelfritz
    @rachelfritz Před 3 lety +167

    Monica looks very happy and I'm so proud of her

  • @RobSmithCOS
    @RobSmithCOS Před 3 lety +150

    Solo travel. So liberating.

  • @MsLizzy981
    @MsLizzy981 Před 3 lety +266

    This is the Monica content I've been missing lately!

    • @you2bevsgoogle
      @you2bevsgoogle Před 3 lety

      Yaah this is the reason why youtube show me her channel in 2017 traveling content,sad i missed so much of her content.but i didn't understand why she blocked my Instagram Account @realthomaskaupp the reason is unknow.the joke is i can talk with dadchurch all the time.Anyway her sister Shelby doing a great content too,i watching both.

  • @GeographicallyFree
    @GeographicallyFree Před 3 lety +76

    The cat makes your Palm Springs house a home. 🐈🌴

    • @you2bevsgoogle
      @you2bevsgoogle Před 3 lety +10

      The cat doing vacation in her backyard 🤣

  • @sabrina77769
    @sabrina77769 Před 3 lety +47

    Enjoying your own company is so liberating!! I think more people should try it. Tbh there’s been times when I was out somewhere w/people and felt like I would’ve enjoyed it more alone. Loved this!

  • @annaswanson5903
    @annaswanson5903 Před 3 lety +85

    Yes girl, as a woman I am also creeped out when driving through middle of nowhere alone, you're brave. I hella do not want to do a road trip alone but this is a classic CA road trip

  • @CarloGonzalezTV
    @CarloGonzalezTV Před 3 lety +51

    “This is a depiction of how coffee makes me feel” girl, SAME

  • @ahhitskatie9094
    @ahhitskatie9094 Před 3 lety +17

    Can I just say this is the happiest I've seen you in a while? Like, true joy.

  • @omjill.
    @omjill. Před 3 lety +37

    Hahaha I am loving the map with your picture.

  • @anandalux4774
    @anandalux4774 Před 3 lety +2

    I absolutely LOOOOVED this!!! A loner like me would have a blast on a trip like this.. **starts planning her Central Coast road trip** Thanks for the inspo!!!

  • @judyoger
    @judyoger Před 3 lety +19

    Monica when can we expect a kitchen/house update for the Palm Springs House, Please and Thank you.

  • @nocturnus009
    @nocturnus009 Před 3 lety +1

    Gratitude for sharing & count me among those joyfully looking forward to this next chapter in the story!
    There is a lot unsaid about travel not only as a means of relaxation, but supplementally as an end to rejuvenate your creative reservoir. Hopefully this trip has topped off whatever is to manifest ahead.

  • @lizr6155
    @lizr6155 Před 3 lety +16

    You NEED to do the 101 route next time!! It’s absolutely stunning!!

  • @shelbychamberland4333
    @shelbychamberland4333 Před 3 lety +4

    I can't even express how much I have been enjoying watching you "come into your own". I love how much you love real estate and how you are standing up for the future YOU want. Dang lady! Very inspirational!

  • @amr_adel0
    @amr_adel0 Před 3 lety +23

    Monica is here again, realy happy to see you upload new videos, keep going 💙

  • @ti44erspigs_creations
    @ti44erspigs_creations Před 2 lety +2

    I’ve been following you since you’re break up long ago and to see how far you’ve come and grown really makes me happy! I’ve been going through a similar journey; trying to find myself for the past few years and I’m finally ready for a solo trip. I never felt like I was capable of living or traveling alone and now I’m doing both!! All within these past two years!! Thanks for your honesty and courage to create the life you want. You have surely inspired mine! ❤️

  • @Kelley.Nicole
    @Kelley.Nicole Před 3 lety +10

    Honestly this sounds like something I need to plan, looking forward to your future solo travel videos!

  • @nicha1594
    @nicha1594 Před 3 lety +9

    Funny, I was vacationing in Palm Desert and Springs while you made a road trip up to where I grew up! Good to see you came back a year later :)

  • @SarahNorris
    @SarahNorris Před 3 lety +2

    I agree so much that there's a time and place both for travel with friends and for solo travel!!

  • @akshman01
    @akshman01 Před 3 lety +22

    About to embark on a solo road trip myself. Really liked how you decided to slow things down, be present in the moment and take advantage of being in a new place rather than just rushing to get home! Great video Monica!

    • @ThisBlondeLife
      @ThisBlondeLife Před 3 lety +2

      Have fun on your road trip! Where are you going to go?

    • @akshman01
      @akshman01 Před 3 lety

      ​@@ThisBlondeLife Thanks! Driving to Ohio, down to Florida and then possibly California after :)

  • @austinfleming7135
    @austinfleming7135 Před 3 lety +19

    Carmel is amazing! Classic California roadtrip spot

  • @pranjalitolia
    @pranjalitolia Před 3 lety +4

    This is such a wholesome video. I sincerely enjoyed it. Keep up the awesome work Monica! Love all your videos. ❤️❤️

  • @carlyc9
    @carlyc9 Před 3 lety

    Absolutely loved this video, loved the solo Monica and seemingly happy in what she’s doing. We all know that people can be different on and off camera but Monica...you genuinely seem to be enjoying yourself and it’s so nice to see...great video!

  • @NelsonMunoz0714
    @NelsonMunoz0714 Před 3 lety +6

    Enjoyed the trip. Didn't even feel like I was watching a CZcams video. Very well done. Thanks for taking us on the trip.

  • @caroline-5127
    @caroline-5127 Před 3 lety +6

    Monica looks so happy! This is a vibe!

  • @SingerRick
    @SingerRick Před 3 lety +3

    Glad to see you blogging again! Always entertaining.

  • @kathleenhill5838
    @kathleenhill5838 Před 3 lety

    Thank you for taking us along. Great trip

  • @mariehall4494
    @mariehall4494 Před 3 lety +2

    We heat our home with wood in the winter. Yes we have a heat pump but there's nothing like the heat from the wood stove. That is NOT a real wood fire. You need some more experiences girl! PS I've done that with Alaska miles before. I got 1st class to LA for $49 from Everett, Wash. Felt good! It was $200 cheaper than regular fare.

  • @trishpacheco7586
    @trishpacheco7586 Před 3 lety

    So proud of you Monica. I live in Pacific Grove and love my hometown. Great video and love to see your independence

  • @erikquintero5986
    @erikquintero5986 Před 3 lety +9

    These type of trips are needed. 🙌🏽

  • @annes.7070
    @annes.7070 Před 3 lety

    I’m so glad you are back! I love your videos and it’s great to see you so happy!

  • @melvittoria
    @melvittoria Před 3 lety +11

    You stopped in my city! 😍 Sorry about the fog, it’s a hit or miss here and can definitely ruin the amazing views. I’m about a month away from getting my real estate license, so I love following along on your content! 💞

  • @evepaludan7713
    @evepaludan7713 Před 3 lety

    This was awesome in every way. Thanks for sharing your road trip. More of them, please?

  • @rajparekh952
    @rajparekh952 Před 3 lety +28

    Hating the smell and still smelling the hand is so relatable 😂😂

  • @Alyssaa948
    @Alyssaa948 Před 3 lety +2

    Omg I just had my first solo trip as a 26 year old that I haven't dreaded! It was absolutely amazing!! Loved the video! Looking forward to the house tour with the other agents. Keep up the amazing work!

  • @kellywong5671
    @kellywong5671 Před 3 lety

    I love these alone trips they are so inspiring to spend time with yourself!

  • @bonnieroberts1966
    @bonnieroberts1966 Před 3 lety +2

    YEAAhh, northern California beaches are socked in with clouds... go back in October... it might be better. Huge emphasis on might. Half Moon Bay has some great beaches as well

  • @agustinavillias1131
    @agustinavillias1131 Před 3 lety +2

    Hey, i have been a longtime viewer and when you said Aviv it took me back to the team aviv or team george days! Wow that was forever ago!! Love the videos always!

  • @SamLui
    @SamLui Před 3 lety +2

    Monica I love the solo trip videos you do! Just watching you get excited at all the little stuff makes me wanna start doing vlog content 😯

  • @MissFanCulture
    @MissFanCulture Před 3 lety +4

    Loving the videos lately. Fresh new vibe!

  • @jodove2569
    @jodove2569 Před 3 lety

    Just discovered your channel. Your delightful. Life is scary until you just take the step or drive in this case. A lovely drive & adventure, thank you for sharing.

  • @louisa_clair
    @louisa_clair Před 3 lety

    I really enjoyed this video, Monica! I grew up in the Bay Area and this reminded me of driving out to Carmel on my own many times in my early twenties... I've lived abroad for 13 years now and this brought back a lot of nice memories of a place I miss a lot. Thank you!!

  • @njrogan
    @njrogan Před 3 lety

    I love solo trips and that looked so fulfilling!! Happy for you!

  • @starrypunk20
    @starrypunk20 Před 3 lety

    I loved loved loved this. I grew up on the central coast and miss home so dearly. Really had me reminiscing. Thank you for this 🧡🧡🧡

  • @danielleyduh14
    @danielleyduh14 Před 3 lety

    I loved this! I've been wanting to do a solo road trip for awhile now and this is inspiring me to do it this summer. I've done long drives alone but I always end up meeting with my friends from college since they all live far from me.

  • @Trish....
    @Trish.... Před 3 lety

    Love your vid! Can't wait for more adventures!!!!

  • @Kiritoswordsman597
    @Kiritoswordsman597 Před 3 lety +3

    I enjoyed your solo roadtrip video! You really made my day!😃❤

  • @katiekossow2577
    @katiekossow2577 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for making this video, Monica! I really needed to hear what you had to say about enjoying your time alone and not being afraid of it. My boyfriend is away for this summer and I'm living alone for the first time ever and it been an adjustment being by myself and not with the person I'm used to doing everything with! I'm excited for him to come back but I think I'll try to go out of my comfort zone a little in the meantime. Thanks again!

  • @sambamm104
    @sambamm104 Před 3 lety

    Love this!!! Wish I did more of this before my kids! Enjoy it Monica!!!

  • @alorafhs
    @alorafhs Před 3 lety

    Yes! More solo trips please! I find these types of videos so inspiring!!!

  • @MrVikingsandra
    @MrVikingsandra Před 3 lety

    I do solo trips all the time (or used to before you know what hit...), LOVE that! You can do anything you want any time you want...priceless 😃👏

  • @julianavaldesbrownell6733

    Wow... this video... wow. Your videos are the best monica. Good vibes from beginning to end!

  • @claudeenonthego
    @claudeenonthego Před 3 lety

    Just went on my first solo road trip this weekend too and I had similar vibes! I visited nature places in NorCal and was soo happy! Loved seeing you visit all those familiar places 😊

  • @adgeese
    @adgeese Před 3 lety

    Love your work and thoughts Monica! I was so into your last episode of the MLC it almost brought me to tears. In every way, so proud of you and to be part of your community. This is exactly what I imagined when my Great Grandmother, the thespian and original Wicked Witch w/Garland brought us into a new era of craftsmanship and communication of ideas. Perfect! Always notified and looking forward to what tomorrow brings. 😊

  • @kristynflora7437
    @kristynflora7437 Před 3 lety

    This makes me excited! I’m doing a road trip from Seattle to Monterey in a couple weeks !

  • @1DDiana143
    @1DDiana143 Před 3 lety

    This is awesome!! I remember the first video I saw of you was tips on traveling bc I wanted tips before taking my first trip

  • @maxplanck9055
    @maxplanck9055 Před 3 lety

    Mon your hair is looking good again,nice colours nice flair to it. Nice to see you excited 👍♥️🇬🇧

  • @gabyclark5738
    @gabyclark5738 Před 3 lety +1

    I honestly really enjoy spending time by myself and this looks really fun to do. The people in my life make stuff like this seem so daunting and lonely but now I’m even more inspired to do a mini solo trip

  • @beaboorox
    @beaboorox Před 3 lety

    Look at you and your fabulous life, Monica! I love this real estate edition to your career...makes you more relatable, Love your channel ❤!

  • @starysky7
    @starysky7 Před 3 lety +4

    I live ten min from Monterey. Next time stay in the city of Carmel by the Sea or Monterey.
    The aquarium is in cannery row area of Monterey, If you go downtown (right by the wharf) there’s pretty cool bars, restaurants, breweries, shops. Lots of old houses and buildings.

  • @Parker-Green
    @Parker-Green Před 3 lety +2

    Loved this!! Makes me want to get in the car and go somewhere new and different alone.

  • @luckyliat
    @luckyliat Před 3 lety +2

    Eyyyy welcome to NorCal! Love seeing people visit here. The fog is real at the coast up here 😁🌫

  • @danperlmutter
    @danperlmutter Před 3 lety

    You lighting your first fire . hilarious I love your hand gestures when you're talking they're so expressive. I loved this video!❤

  • @claudiaciborowski380
    @claudiaciborowski380 Před 3 lety

    your happiness is contagious!!

  • @HolaJulen
    @HolaJulen Před 3 lety +18

    You should visit -again- Europe 😍

  • @targayin
    @targayin Před 3 lety +1

    What a sweet adorable kitty!!! 😍 I hope it has a good home

  • @shannonflavin
    @shannonflavin Před 3 lety

    monica you are such a hard worker!! you have a day to yourself and instead of sitting down by the beach you spend it connecting with local realtors and filming a house tour!

  • @88lakeshore
    @88lakeshore Před 3 lety

    I just rewatched Big Little Lies and have been looking up vlogs about Monterey and Carmel and IM SO EXCITED TO WATCH THIS!!!!!!!!

  • @Abbyel
    @Abbyel Před 3 lety +16

    Yay you uploaded it today! 🥳 Also, when I went to Pismo Beach in 2019 - we had the exact same sea view - just clouds! (also it smelt like fish - not really relevant but made for a memorable stop from LA to San Fran hehe)

    • @xoo224
      @xoo224 Před 3 lety +3

      I love Pismo Beach wanna go back alone 🙂

  • @missterrific
    @missterrific Před 3 lety

    I love solo-trips! I have done many by plane, but my first solo-road trip was to Joshua Tree from the CA Central Valley back in November. It is such a thrill and so liberating!

  • @OneMonterey
    @OneMonterey Před 3 lety

    This is my hometown...what a place to be! You rock!

  • @eskdot8318
    @eskdot8318 Před 3 lety

    Perfect! Yes! More solo trips, please! 🙏🙏

  • @cecectconnecticut344
    @cecectconnecticut344 Před 3 lety +2

    I’m getting Big Little Lies vibes from this. I love it!

  • @arnoagur7777
    @arnoagur7777 Před 3 lety +8

    Next time check out that aquarium, it's absolutely amazing!

  • @Hernadezmendez19
    @Hernadezmendez19 Před 3 lety

    Love it! You made my night I might have to do something like this soon! ❤️🤟🏾

  • @cristianMoon24
    @cristianMoon24 Před 3 lety +48

    The room being 300 dollars a night 😬 I would’ve thought it would’ve been more modern.

    • @kimberlytay
      @kimberlytay Před 3 lety +6

      Sometimes that hotel goes up to $1000/night!!

    • @uniama29
      @uniama29 Před 3 lety +4

      not surprised, it's Carmel...

  • @carmen-22
    @carmen-22 Před 3 lety +2

    omg! im Australian and early 2020 me and my family did a road trip from LA to sanfransisco. You staying in Carmel is bringing back memsssss

  • @hamakko871
    @hamakko871 Před 3 lety

    Great! Reminds of my college days in the States when I used to enjoy solo travel in various places like in California.

  • @insideself1471
    @insideself1471 Před 3 lety

    Loved this, Monica. I love solo trip videos. x

  • @emilya.
    @emilya. Před 3 lety

    How fun! I loooved your trip map 😄

  • @shannonflavin
    @shannonflavin Před 3 lety

    im soooo happy to see this type of content on your main channel! also its nice to see your quality of filming/editing hasnt changed even though you must be so busy with your career now!

  • @jessica_222
    @jessica_222 Před 3 lety

    great filming and editing! very enjoyable to watch

  • @SalmaBchr
    @SalmaBchr Před 3 lety +4

    California is so beautiful ... You're so lucky!

  • @nikkiep23
    @nikkiep23 Před 3 lety

    This is so me Monica! I love doing solo roadtrips and l use hotel tonight alot. I appreciate the bonus home tour in Carmel. My mom and l used to go to Jazz festivals in Carmel and Laguna Niguel. Monterey is beautiful. Its one of my favorite fishing towns.

  • @didine256
    @didine256 Před 3 lety +2

    Glad to see a new video 😍

  • @kimchilover8172
    @kimchilover8172 Před 3 lety

    This was such a great video! We’re going to need more solo road trips 👍

  • @paraniomia
    @paraniomia Před 3 lety +3

    Damn those kid proof pool gates!!! :) :) More seriously, loving the 'main channel'/vlog video, has elements of both and all good!

  • @melissaandreag
    @melissaandreag Před 3 lety

    I need to do this! I don’t like driving to the coast alone without my husband, but this inspired me to try it once!

  • @christensen831
    @christensen831 Před 3 lety

    I LOVE this video! Pleaaaase more of these,😍

  • @kylhng
    @kylhng Před 3 lety

    I love keeping myself company, and this makes me want to do a solo road trip so bad!! I'm glad you enjoyed the trip :)

  • @SelinaWarrington
    @SelinaWarrington Před 3 lety +15

    A little sad you didn't take the coastal route the entire way haha

  • @hihelloizzy
    @hihelloizzy Před 3 lety

    I love Paso Robles! I have family that lives there and I remember growing up and spending my summers there going to the Mid Stare fair!

  • @BasicMemory
    @BasicMemory Před 3 lety

    Looking good. Looking great. You rock. Have a good day.

  • @therock1232100
    @therock1232100 Před 3 lety +4

    Stay safe and have fun...

  • @christimora89
    @christimora89 Před 3 lety

    I grew up in Monterey County and I go down to Monterey/Carmel area every weekend. It was cool to see my usual haunts through the eyes of someone else.

  • @Beer20001
    @Beer20001 Před 3 lety +5

    Awesome video Monica...

  • @MillaExplores
    @MillaExplores Před 3 lety

    Loved this video! I would love to do a roadtrip on the West coast. Looking forward to more solo travel content in the future ☺️

  • @msbgone
    @msbgone Před 3 lety

    This was a lot of fun to watch!!! Cannot believe no sun this whole road trip once you got there!!!