2023 Year in Review: Travel Adventures, Reflections, and Behind-the-Scenes Stories

TLDRWe embarked on our eighth year of full-time travel, experiencing exhilarating adventures, reflecting on the past year, and sharing behind-the-scenes stories. Join us as we recap our travel stats, video highlights, and personal experiences.

Key insights

✈️We traveled 122,000 miles, discovering 25 countries and experiencing unforgettable adventures.

🎥We published 55 new videos, including our most viewed video 'Earth RoR' with 3.8 million views.

🧳We slept in 159 different beds, averaging 2.3 nights per bed, embracing a nomadic lifestyle.

💻We started a new channel, 'Daily Drop,' focused on travel hacking and credit card rewards.

😂We had the most fun filming our Outback road trip, embracing spontaneity and adventure.

Q&A

Which video was the scariest to film?

The Monkey Run in South America, which involved biking across unfamiliar territories and challenging climates.

What was the most challenging video to create?

Living with Monks in Japan, which didn't align with our expectations of an authentic monk experience.

What was the most memorable travel experience?

Surfing in freezing Arctic waters during our North Norway adventure.

Which video received the least views?

Living with Monks in Japan, but it garnered the most heartfelt comments from viewers who enjoyed the authenticity.

What was the most joyous moment of 2023?

Attending the Adele concert, where we experienced pure bliss and unforgettable memories.

Timestamped Summary

00:01We kick off the New Year by reflecting on our eighth year of full-time travel.

00:31In 2023, we faced the challenge of planning our future travels amid a post-pandemic world.

01:09We took 78 flights and traveled 122,000 miles, exploring 25 countries and embracing new cultures.

03:12Our videos ranged from the exhilarating 'Earth RoR' to the heartwarming video with my grandfather.

09:33We faced challenges while living with Monks in Japan and sleeping on frozen glaciers.

11:52The road trip through the Australian Outback brought pure joy and unforgettable memories.

12:15We experienced Arctic van life, enduring freezing temperatures and exhilarating adventures.

12:452023 was a year of growth, adventure, and reflection, and we're excited for what's to come.