Comments on: Reflect on First Year Caravanning in New Zealand

By: alan

alan — Thu, 29 Mar 2018 08:36:50 +0000

Thanks Karen, that’s the one. Yes I agree, but like you, I’m definitely NOT any of those. In fact I’ve not come across anyone like myself, except perhaps yourself in some ways. If I were to describe myself, I’d say:
“university educated, debt free, all new 47ft rig from front to back, latest technology, fully self-contained, independent of external hookups for two weeks can go anywhere, stay almost anywhere. Prefer to stay on my own away from people, getting back to nature as an escape from people. No tattoos, no piercings, no long dirty hair, dresses well not extremely casual in appearance”. Let me know if you come across anyone in like this? haha

By: alan

alan — Thu, 29 Mar 2018 04:21:54 +0000

Hi Karen, I’ve been spending a lot of my spare time in your website lately, it’s full of tremendously useful information. I was particularly interested in this article about “how do I afford this lifestyle” and watched your two videos on the subject. It’s very interesting comparing my situation with yours, for myself, this is the cheapest lifestyle imaginable. Looking at my year ahead and how I will be living, my costs are considerably less than yours. Particularly, because I don’t stay in paid campgrounds. The DOC and NZMCA grounds for $3 per day are excellent and one can save a lot of money using these and regional “self-contained” sites. Also, the other benefit is one does not have the “freedom camping” security concerns, that you mention frequently. Perhaps this maybe an option for you going forward. All you would need is more water capacity and a generator and you will be able to save a lot of money. If you look at what you are spending in private motorhome camp grounds, by staying in the NZMCA and DOC sites exclusively, the savings would pay for your generator in 120 days or less. Also, by folding down the back seats in your SUV you could put in 10, 10 litre plastic water containers, giving you an extra 100 litres of water. My background is in devising efficient processes and systems and I save a lot of money by living my life this way. If you want some help or suggestions for lowering your costs let me know.

By: TravellingK

TravellingK — Sat, 24 Mar 2018 20:40:13 +0000

In reply to alan.

It was well hidden under New Zealand 😛 http://travellingk.com/types-people-campgrounds/
Anything you would add to it now?

By: alan

alan — Sat, 24 Mar 2018 11:33:39 +0000

Karen, I read a really interesting post you had on your site about the types of people you see living full time in RV’s. I’ve searched all over your website and I cant find it. Can you direct me to it please, I found it very interesting. Thanks Alan

By: TravellingK

TravellingK — Fri, 16 Mar 2018 19:45:29 +0000

In reply to Miranda.

Thank you! That’s great to hear. Ohh so you’re considering this as an option? I know there are a few mothers on the road through a Facebook Group I’m in – so sounds do-able!

By: Miranda

Miranda — Tue, 13 Mar 2018 02:49:28 +0000

Good for you! I’m so impressed and now wondering if I can do it with my 2 1/2 year old, hmm….. Looking forward to more videos!

By: TravellingK

TravellingK — Wed, 14 Feb 2018 06:18:33 +0000

In reply to robbie Nagle.

Thank you! I do try to be honest. I’m sure Vietnam is an exciting place to live – I’ve visited briefly and loved how friendly everyone was.

By: robbie Nagle

robbie Nagle — Tue, 13 Feb 2018 18:09:41 +0000

Your adventures are great to read, honest and genuine. I live in Vietnam and come back to visit NZ for 20 days a year and appreciate all the things you talk about. Did alot of travelling around NZ when younger and hope to do it again one day.Take care and keep up the great blog !!

By: TravellingK

TravellingK — Mon, 11 Dec 2017 21:19:52 +0000

In reply to sue de Bievre. Thank you Sue!

By: sue de Bievre

sue de Bievre — Mon, 11 Dec 2017 01:15:57 +0000

Love these videos!