Van Life Finally Begins | Can’t Believe It’s Actually Happening!

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  • Head to www.squarespace.com/flyingthe... - Can't believe we are saying this but we have officially moved into our van and van life can begin!! This little Aussie family is hitting the road!
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    Hi, we are Stephen, Jess and little Hunter, a travelling family currently building a Sprinter van into their tiny home on wheels to travel around Australia.

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  • @flyingthenest
    @flyingthenest  Před 3 lety +240

    This has been such a long time coming - a journey we have all been going on together - so we are SO shocked that this week we packed up our home and officially moved into Cooper the van woohoo!!

    • @carylmaisie7058
      @carylmaisie7058 Před 3 lety +4

      I'm so excited for the road trip adventures. I can't wait!!

    • @laurarhodes2709
      @laurarhodes2709 Před 3 lety +2

      Love your videos hunter is so cute

    • @marinaKdiscovers
      @marinaKdiscovers Před 3 lety +2

      I am guessing 18577 klm when you are back in Perth.

    • @sarah-phillips
      @sarah-phillips Před 3 lety +2

      Congratulations! So exciting! Sweet Hunter and all her little giggles are just too precious. We love camping on the coast, though in Northern California, and there’s nothing better than morning coffee on the beach. Have so much fun!

    • @jessicalapada1260
      @jessicalapada1260 Před 3 lety +1

      Can't wait to watch all your journey/adventure and road trips on your new home.

  • @simranghimire5097
    @simranghimire5097 Před 3 lety +367

    hunter’s gonna have the best childhood ever!!

    • @dant9133
      @dant9133 Před 3 lety +4

      Yes. Literally seen her grow up. I wish I could travel like her and have a baby passport when I was a child. कस्तो क्युट् ‌छ है सानो बेबी😁

    • @simranghimire5097
      @simranghimire5097 Před 3 lety +1

      @@dant9133 एक्दम क्यूट नी !

    • @dant9133
      @dant9133 Před 3 lety +1

      @@simranghimire5097 तिमी पनि युट्युब भिडियो हरु बनाउँदो रैछौ है। Best of luck.

    • @ziyle5238
      @ziyle5238 Před 3 lety +2

      AGREE

    • @ghiezelletamayo19
      @ghiezelletamayo19 Před 3 lety

      Fr

  • @ruthalaina4837
    @ruthalaina4837 Před 3 lety +478

    Who else randomly started watching them and now can’t stop? 💛👑💜

  • @carylmaisie7058
    @carylmaisie7058 Před 3 lety +165

    Hunter is still a year old but she's already living my dream life

  • @jamestnov41945
    @jamestnov41945 Před 3 lety +101

    I would highly recommend wearing shoes when using any sharp tool.

    • @paisleyjane9606
      @paisleyjane9606 Před 3 lety +8

      'Fraid that's another one of those things you're supposed to know, Steven. There were people around the globe cringing when they saw the barefeet/hatchet combo.

    • @brclyn
      @brclyn Před 3 lety +2

      😂 So many people yelling at screen in unison.

    • @Ellie-pm9he
      @Ellie-pm9he Před 2 lety

      close toed shoes too

  • @robertkoons1154
    @robertkoons1154 Před 3 lety +67

    That's a hatchet (one handed) not an axe (two handed), put shoes on unless you want to loose a part a a foot, if the blade glances off wood.

    • @slawsonscot
      @slawsonscot Před 3 lety +2

      I had a close shave once wearing sandals so I second this post’s warning 😂

  • @juliamarostica9507
    @juliamarostica9507 Před 3 lety +63

    Hunter’s face when stephen gives jess the Coffee and she doesnt get some 😂😂😂😂😂 this little girl is amazing!!! So happy for you guys!
    Kisses from Brazil!

  • @kimm3473
    @kimm3473 Před 3 lety +8

    These are filmed so beautifully. I can’t imagine how much work to make these little movies. Thanks for sharing your creativity and love.

  • @jazsmart6069
    @jazsmart6069 Před 3 lety +16

    Can’t believe I made a cheeky appearance on here. I was one of the flight attendants looking after Jess, was such a pleasure to meet you! 🥰 good luck on the new adventure! 😇

  • @julianlee4803
    @julianlee4803 Před 3 lety +34

    When Stephen gives Jess the coffee towards the end is it just me or does Hunter look like baby Yoda from the Mandelorian?

  • @Beyondthehappymiles
    @Beyondthehappymiles Před 3 lety +41

    Van life won’t be easier probably specifically with the kiddo! But u guys can definitely do it! All the best! 👍

  • @artsyputsy
    @artsyputsy Před 3 lety +8

    When Jess was tasting out the coffee on the beach, Hunter was looking at you two back and forth as if saying “what is that?? Where’s mine?? I don’t get one?? Really??”

  • @stephanievegter5438
    @stephanievegter5438 Před 3 lety +38

    Lekker!♥️🇿🇦
    Would be nice to see your trip on a map.

    • @jordinja
      @jordinja Před 3 lety +1

      +1 this
      Also, another +1 for the "lekker", I miss ZA bad

    • @sharronferreira6420
      @sharronferreira6420 Před 3 lety

      This is one time we can truly say, “lekker by die see” 😆 🏕 🌊

  • @suziclark4244
    @suziclark4244 Před 3 lety +10

    I'm so happy for two strangers that I've never met that I was smiling the whole time! Can't wait for your van videos.
    Also, as always, Hunter is just the cutest baby.

  • @fishingsouls4christceoofgi614

    You 2 and 1/2 are doing life right! My American dream ❣️Thankyou for showing us that these life is possible with consistency & not giving up. It is always a joy to see your journey of life. Hunter is my heartbeat 💗

  • @shrinidhidixit7680
    @shrinidhidixit7680 Před 3 lety +10

    stephen trying to use the axe was hilarious!!
    i feel you man! adults are just grown up babies...

  • @GODISMYSTERIOUS
    @GODISMYSTERIOUS Před 3 lety +1

    Australia is huge. You will have so many places to explore inside Australia.

    • @elizabeths50
      @elizabeths50 Před 3 lety

      I figured it is like the States. There is something in every state, that you could spend 10 years traveling and never see it all.
      Australia is so big and so open, bet it has even more to see.

  • @TheEvergreens
    @TheEvergreens Před 3 lety +28

    This was the midweek pick-me-up that we needed! We love all the little moments you included. Thanks for taking us along on this epic journey...you guys are the best!

    • @sweetpotatey
      @sweetpotatey Před 3 lety

      Absolutely. Definitely needed this uplifting content today.

  • @havisiting
    @havisiting Před 3 lety +3

    One of the best pieces of advice we’ve had about our little one (about six months younger than Hunter!) is to get them used to noise. Our little man has a pretty good tolerance for background noise now, though obviously loud bangs and persistent loud noise is an issue!

  • @shubhanga.a1854
    @shubhanga.a1854 Před 3 lety +41

    kilometer counter - "odometer"!
    I think the total distance traveled would be 20000km

    • @alinam5092
      @alinam5092 Před 3 lety +4

      If you follow the coast road all around (from Perth and back), there are 14.000 km, so 20.000 sounds good (with additional trips around the road).

    • @yousefnoori
      @yousefnoori Před 3 lety +1

      @@alinam5092 6,000 extra km seems like a lot, I'm thinking around 17,000. We'll see!

    • @alinam5092
      @alinam5092 Před 3 lety +1

      ​@@yousefnoori I think it depends if they will also go inside the continent or they will only follow the coast.

    • @shubhanga.a1854
      @shubhanga.a1854 Před 3 lety +1

      @@yousefnoori Well according to google the perimeter of Australia's coastline is 25,760km so considering they will not exactly go around the perimeter and may add some trips inside the continent 20,000 could be a wild guess.

    • @brclyn
      @brclyn Před 3 lety

      @@alinam5092 knowing the tangents these three go off on, 20,000 is a good estimate.

  • @apoorvatyagi2092
    @apoorvatyagi2092 Před 3 lety +3

    Hunter’s walk while holding Steven’s hand was the highlight of the video!🥺❤️🥺❤️

  • @kevans2337
    @kevans2337 Před 3 lety +1

    27,392 kilometers ! You all have so much fun and remember no matter what happens it's all good.

  • @geeknath
    @geeknath Před 3 lety

    18235 Kms to be precise! 😎 Cheers guys.. This trip will be an epic memory for the family!

  • @camillesubida5029
    @camillesubida5029 Před 3 lety +6

    I don't know, but when I am seeing Hunter, my heart melts ❤ So adorable.

  • @mikeodil7721
    @mikeodil7721 Před 3 lety +12

    We are all watching your 30th birthday episode, literally as this video was uploaded, and our 2 girls (ages 9 & 7) & our son (age 5) are smiling, focused, and chuckling while my wife and I enjoy our morning coffee here in San Antonio, TX. Cheers guys!

  • @aliwylie3737
    @aliwylie3737 Před 3 lety +1

    Hunter’s chair is just the cutest ☺️

  • @sunseeker4775
    @sunseeker4775 Před 3 lety

    Thanx for the laugh. You are all so cute, so young, so inexperienced and ready for an amazing adventure. Be careful with everything out there. Life on the road is not all rainbows and happy snacks. Sometimes you get leaky Diesel pumps and breakdowns. Looking forward to watching your trip. 👍

  • @tehe_fen
    @tehe_fen Před 3 lety +22

    I have been watching the van build since you started and i can't believe the travels are finally starting, i you guys and your chanel, can't wait to watch

  • @carrieapparcel6956
    @carrieapparcel6956 Před 3 lety +4

    Let the glamping begin! Adventure awaits.

  • @cocoshuimu
    @cocoshuimu Před 3 lety +1

    OMG, that little kangaroo ❤️. So happy for you starting a new journey

  • @akosim002080
    @akosim002080 Před 3 lety +11

    Baby Hunter turned her head 5 times when Stephen gave Jess her coffee. 😂

    • @flyingthenest
      @flyingthenest  Před 3 lety +4

      😂😂😂 wants her babychino

    • @akosim002080
      @akosim002080 Před 3 lety +1

      @@flyingthenest did you guys knew or found out about her turning like that during the edit? She was like “wha wha what ? Mom gets her cup what about me dad?” 😂

  • @wambugu.V
    @wambugu.V Před 3 lety +9

    Lot's of love from KENYA🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪

  • @denellerosenberg9264
    @denellerosenberg9264 Před 3 lety

    easy firestarters that are compact to pack when camping are cotton rounds (makeup remover ones) dipped in melted candle wax...much easier than fighting the wind with a match on its own

  • @becgrinceri1170
    @becgrinceri1170 Před 3 lety

    So much cuteness happening in one video!! Love it!!

  • @chrisharnett3612
    @chrisharnett3612 Před 3 lety

    The most important thing to buy is a mesh ground mat. You put it down first thing when you pull up. A mat like CGear Matting is a bit dearer but allows sand and dirt to fall through and not kill the grass. I saw you put down the beautiful blanket and thought that is so Jess. Another must have for your travels is a Darche
    Stainless Steel BBQ 310 Firepit. It gives you your own fire pit and you can cook on it, then it folds up into a bag. Love your channel.

  • @jaamesfn
    @jaamesfn Před 3 lety +4

    I’ve always wanted to do this with my son but since I’m disabled and can’t even drive anymore, the best we’ve got is watching your videos. Good luck guys! ☺️

  • @kumaraman1778
    @kumaraman1778 Před 3 lety

    I have been following you guys since your trip to India and trust me the positive vibes I get from your videos is amazing... you guys are a true "couple goal" and believe me I really adore the name Hunter you gave your daughter. She is damn cute just like you guys... you guys prove that If one wants something he/she can really get it!!! Lots of love from India... Namaste!

  • @allyskaleidoscope
    @allyskaleidoscope Před 2 lety

    Aww the care bear…I got so nostalgic about my childhood

  • @christinaboutros6930
    @christinaboutros6930 Před 3 lety +7

    I’m guessing 25,000kms yay!!! Have fun 😃

  • @amandabradley6256
    @amandabradley6256 Před 3 lety

    Awesome journey guys- my hubby was an RFDS pilot and we did the road trip for QLD to Meekatharra where we were based…..we then did a further 4 years in the Kimberley. Those coastal roads are amazing. Enjoy every moment!

  • @explorewithcasey
    @explorewithcasey Před rokem

    fantastic that you can share this with your daughter, such special memories!

  • @thisislara-uf7mv
    @thisislara-uf7mv Před 3 lety

    I think it will be 19.987 km in total 😎
    Have a wonderful trip, you guys are absolutely living my dream!
    Thank you so much for taking us with you 😍☀️

  • @abbietaylor3014
    @abbietaylor3014 Před 3 lety +1

    I would recommend getting a magnetic bug/fly net for your back and side doors :) we got ours for $20 from Bunnings and they are great!

    • @flyingthenest
      @flyingthenest  Před 3 lety +1

      Oooh need to check out Bunnings next time we see one

  • @poppy192192192192
    @poppy192192192192 Před 3 lety

    Awww I am so glad you stuck up for yourselves and got what you DESERVED and waited for for so long. You three are amazing and so excited you’re finally on the road!!!!!!! That company deserves a little grumpy Stephen phone call!! My goodness I would’ve been so mean.
    Have the best best best time! I am SOOO EXCITED TO FOLLOW YOU AROUND Australia! We’ve never been, so your videos are 🥰😍🥰😍 it makes me feel like I’m there

  • @angelac2052
    @angelac2052 Před 3 lety

    So excited to see you guys on the road- happy travels!!

  • @alexgriffiths4422
    @alexgriffiths4422 Před 3 lety +2

    Yay finally in the van 😊 adventures to come xx

  • @cindyrichelderfer7625
    @cindyrichelderfer7625 Před 3 lety

    🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉Yaaaaaaay!!! Can’t wait to see all the AWSOME adventures ahead ♥️

  • @martinasantos108
    @martinasantos108 Před 3 lety

    i was eating for this video!! so happy that finally you’ve been able to go on your van❤️❤️

  • @SarahandMarek
    @SarahandMarek Před 3 lety

    Yay! Let the fam van adventures begin 🤩

  • @hassyam436
    @hassyam436 Před rokem +1

    I only watched one of your videos and now i'm addicted ,

  • @kathyespinosa5118
    @kathyespinosa5118 Před 3 lety +4

    Hunter is having the best time. So adorable!!

  • @karenlynn4115
    @karenlynn4115 Před 3 lety

    Finally!! Congratulations! Let the adventures begins! Happy, safe travels!

  • @xenia8192
    @xenia8192 Před 3 lety

    So Nice to see you on the road ! 🙌🤩

  • @ohlalachae5660
    @ohlalachae5660 Před 3 lety +1

    Love this family so much. Really happy for you guys!

  • @phyliciajoykloes
    @phyliciajoykloes Před 3 lety

    Wow! How exciting. Enjoy the journey. Beautifully captured and edited as always.

  • @heatabayko
    @heatabayko Před 3 lety

    So happy for you! Can’t wait to follow the adventures!

  • @lanternsea94
    @lanternsea94 Před 3 lety +1

    Congratulations! 🥳🙌🏻

  • @cloethestar6369
    @cloethestar6369 Před 3 lety +10

    Omg I’m early!!! Hope you guys have amazing memories in this van and that your family stays safe!💕

  • @JohnandCaraRetiredTravellers

    Congratulations! Looking forward to this year’s adventures! ~Cara 😊

  • @MsSmcinerney
    @MsSmcinerney Před 3 lety

    Aww well done, finally on your way. Stay safe and enjoy your travels :)

  • @joannajaworska0000
    @joannajaworska0000 Před 3 lety +1

    I am so happy for you!!! Have a Great Journey 🏞🚐😘

  • @hollyhyatt1661
    @hollyhyatt1661 Před 3 lety

    Stay Safe Beautiful Family!

  • @debbiemeza4658
    @debbiemeza4658 Před 3 lety

    Ahh...so great to see you guys traveling again..this is going to be a great series!!

  • @louisegordon2133
    @louisegordon2133 Před 3 lety

    Can't wait to see all your adventures!

  • @angcam42
    @angcam42 Před 3 lety

    Wow so happy for you guys.... So excited to see your journey start.

  • @alinam5092
    @alinam5092 Před 3 lety

    So glad for you, I can't wait to see more of your beautiful country!

  • @jennaheath19
    @jennaheath19 Před 3 lety +1

    Yay! Congratulations! So excited to watch your van life journey! Have lots of fun! Can't wait to see all of the adventures!

  • @tenikahoward4907
    @tenikahoward4907 Před 3 lety +1

    So excited for this!

  • @IndieKidElisa
    @IndieKidElisa Před 3 lety

    I'm so happy for you guys! :) Can't wait for all the lovely content from beautiful Australia

  • @ameliaread5461
    @ameliaread5461 Před 3 lety

    Yay, let van life begin! Enjoy guys!

  • @maxdynamics23
    @maxdynamics23 Před 3 lety +1

    So happy for you guys!! I hope your journey goes safe&happyy

  • @renukasharma3529
    @renukasharma3529 Před 3 lety +6

    Oh finally it’s happening can’t wait to see you guys travelling every nooks and corner of Australia ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @ninaulicka3
    @ninaulicka3 Před 3 lety

    Oh my gosh, I'm so excited for you guys! So many great adventures ahead of you :) Sending love from Slovakia

  • @ameliawhitehead3944
    @ameliawhitehead3944 Před 3 lety

    I’ve been so excited for this time! So jealous of your first night and morning, such a great way to kick start the year!

  • @AsmaraJo
    @AsmaraJo Před 2 lety

    couple goals, dream family, ive been watching your video since you're going to iceland, and time keep going, and now you already have a very cute daughter!

  • @VanSheGoes
    @VanSheGoes Před 3 lety

    Congrats! so happy for the family. Happy memories

  • @viajourney
    @viajourney Před 3 lety

    I love watching your little family guys 😍 your are making amazing series and amazing journey for your little one!

  • @jaletaguilar
    @jaletaguilar Před 3 lety

    Congratulations to you guys! Looking forward to your adventures.

  • @tessaporter5144
    @tessaporter5144 Před 3 lety

    So exciting!! So happy for you that you’re finally on the road! So frustrating that it took so long and they didn’t care but you’re there now!! Can’t wait to see what adventures you take on xx

  • @rebeccawoodbixler9536
    @rebeccawoodbixler9536 Před 3 lety +1

    Congratulations on new adventures!

  • @larkspurmoon
    @larkspurmoon Před 3 lety

    All the best for the van life days! It was really amazing watching Cooper finally hitting the road. Already excited for the next vlog!

  • @sydneylyn92
    @sydneylyn92 Před 3 lety

    Can't wait to see more videos and know how van life is 💕 all the best guys!

  • @cvbnmqwas
    @cvbnmqwas Před 3 lety

    Excited to watch your future vlogs! Drive safely and enjoy the road!

  • @amywilliams6637
    @amywilliams6637 Před 3 lety

    Congratulations 👏. Here's to many adventures ❤ for the 3 of you!!!

  • @ButterflyLoverGirl
    @ButterflyLoverGirl Před 3 lety +1

    This makes me so excited for you guys! I love seeing the smiles on your faces, and especially the smile on Hunters face 💕

  • @purposelydriven6566
    @purposelydriven6566 Před 3 lety +1

    I love my vanlife journey

  • @vanessavanderkramer6588

    I love your new vlog! Well done Jess. That’s a lot of van you’re driving. You’ll come to love that squeegee! What a great family adventure you’ve started, with so much to look forward to. Bon voyage! Xxxx

  • @busabosadventures27
    @busabosadventures27 Před 3 lety

    To say we're very excited for your new adventure is an understatement! AHHHHHH we'd get to travel Australia vicariously through you ❤️

  • @LoveAuntAshley
    @LoveAuntAshley Před 3 lety

    Happy Trails y'all!

  • @cherylkavanagh3387
    @cherylkavanagh3387 Před 3 lety

    Can't wait to see your adventures!!

  • @danuelliaramdeen7373
    @danuelliaramdeen7373 Před 3 lety

    Wow am happy it come true. Can't wait to see ur new journey. Looking forward

  • @umamitta3750
    @umamitta3750 Před 3 lety +2

    Yay!! Waiting, waiting and waiting... Vanlife begins!!! Yay!! Enjoy y'all! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @frank1iero1addicted
    @frank1iero1addicted Před 3 lety +1

    So excited to watch this journey!! Also jealous 😜

  • @lexiwilliams9422
    @lexiwilliams9422 Před 3 lety

    Good luck and may you have many happy adventures as a family ❤️

  • @whatajoy2625
    @whatajoy2625 Před 3 lety

    So excited for you guys and so excited to see more vlogs on this aussie journey, can't wait to see you guys in Victoria!

  • @maddymarsh2847
    @maddymarsh2847 Před 3 lety

    so happy to have these travel videos back again! Congratulations!!

  • @paulacnote
    @paulacnote Před 3 lety +1

    Im so happy for you all😍

  • @natevaG85
    @natevaG85 Před 3 lety

    Aww..amazing guys! Very exciting times ahead! Have the best time creating new memories with Cooper and bub 💕 Stay safe X

  • @Iwilldunk
    @Iwilldunk Před 3 lety

    Amazing! So happy you three are on the Aussie trail to van life freedom of the open roads :)

  • @melissadsilva6062
    @melissadsilva6062 Před 3 lety +2

    Loved seeing Hunter cutie walking holding daddy’s hand and loved the on the beach coffee ☕️ set up🥰🥰