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We're Eric & Allison and we're on a journey to find the most interesting places and unique foods this planet has to offer! We've traded in our steady paychecks and permanent home for a life of travel and adventure. Come along and see the world with us!

[rayh.]

As a trucker, I've slept at so many rest areas throughout the country (for years) alongside plenty of RVers. Occasionally you'll get a knock from a beggar or someone asking you to momentarily pull forward, so they can get in a spot next to you. I've always felt safe at majority of rest areas cuz we truckers and RVers keep an eye out for one another. Probably the cheapest option while out on the road, and as a plus, you have access to bathroom facilities. Rest areas are publicly funded meant for travelers. Don't be afraid to use them!!!

[bobelder]

My husband and I stayed at a Walmart parking lot in Atlanta Georgia. I walked our dog. He went in to our camper to rest.
About a minute after I got back to our camper, there was a heavy knocking on our door.
A man was outside asking me if I was alone.
Terrifying.
My husband stood behind me and proved I was not.
You have to be tough to do this.
He wanted gas money. He didn't get it.

[lizame]

Whoever that enthusiastic fan was needs to respect boundaries and privacy. 7 AM is wrong to knock on somebody's door especially an RV in a parking lot

[jillsmith]

I have NEVER had a problem at a loves or flying J. Thank you Loves and Flying J. You are the BEST and I will always fill up at your stops. God bless you!!

[GenXBecks]

Fellow Subscribers: Seriously. Don't knock on Clementine. Enjoy the videos. Say hello when they're out and about. Respect boundaries.

[Red-ctwx]

While watching another video on Vanlife someone suggested to take their seat belts and wrap it around the door handle a couple times and then fasten it that way someone from the outside couldn’t get in and giving you more time!! I’m new to your channel, have fun making a lifetime of memories and being safe 🙏🏻

[marilyndrury]

My husband and I were long-haul truckers for several years, so we feel your anxiety. A few suggestions: Install a hidden kill switch on your Suzuki, or at the minimum attach a club to the steering wheel. In case of a need for a quick getaway put your black-out shades only on the inside. Maybe add a security system with outside cameras so you can see all the doors and windows. Just an FYI, we were warned by our trucking company to not sleep in rest stops as there is a high incidence of muggings and break-ins. We never had a problem at truck stops except for some knocks from "ladies of the evening". I hope you have a great trip seeing all of the US!

[RevCeleste]

Perhaps another commenter mentioned this, but the guy in the car that made a wide Loop of the parking lot and then parked kind of close to you was probably a nomad sleeping in his/her car also! They were scoping out the parking lot to see the best place to park and perhaps they felt safer being not too far from your RV rather than off by themselves. Just a thought...safe travels!...

[normak]

Hi guys.. love watching your videos
I piece of advice..don't use the external window covers. In an emergency, you won't be able to see to drive off, plus someone can lift it and look inside. Maybe u can find a way to use it inside the windscreen instead.
Safe driving and have fun

[dss]

Loves is great. Been traveling SE US and they are safe, well lit, 24/7, showers, bathrooms, laundry, gas.
No problems.

[beckymoran]

Sorry guys, I don’t think “fans” should come knocking. You were super graceful about it.

[isaacburnett]

Hi! We've been traveling full time in our 1990 renovated class C for about 2 years. I've been watching since you started the RV renovation and it's awesome to see you guys finally on the road. Tip for you: we've stayed a bunch of times overnight in parking lots for "layovers" in between our destination sites on long travel days and we were feeling similarly, really anxious at Loves and Walmarts. We had people knock on the door too and we found it really nerve-racking. Cracker Barrels are by far the best experience. They are almost always RV friendly for overnight stays and well lit, and nobody will really bother you since their RV spots are tucked behind the restaurant and they close at night. Cracker Barrels are also usually within walking distance of travel stops/gas stations so you can still use public restrooms. Another thing: they let us run our gas generator so we could use our AC. We ditched the onboard generator too but we have a super quiet predator 3500 from harbor freight. You could get a rack to mount it off to the side on the rear bumper so it doesn't interfere with your tow car and it's another super handy option for power.

[erinhilliard]

Clementine is adorable!!! Just a note: a coolant leak on a vehicle can be like cancer to a human. Take care of it the right way, right away, or she’s done for. Praying it all works out for yous

[CloggingSweetyG]

I'm sure someone has already mentioned it but you may not want to put the external window cover on when in parking lots in the public area. It would be hard to do a "quick" drive away if it was needed. Looks like your MO stop went pretty well. :)

[sgw]

making one or two strategically placed openable vent holes in the floor helps keep interior much cooler: it sucks the cool air from the shade under the RV into the unit when the floor vents are open and the roof vents are on. Gotta check/measure carefully from underside to be sure not drilling into areas that would harm the integrity of the RV structurally or mechanically. Best if the floor vents can be positioned not-under the ceiling vents but in places the air will pass through where you sit or sleep on the way to being sucked out. In dry climates is lovely to park on damp soil (or throw some water under the rig) because that further cools the air being drawn up through the floor vents. 💞

[superdave]

With 538K subscribers and countless occasional viewers, plus the unmistakable combo of Clementine and Ruby, this subscriber incident will likely be replayed many times on this epic journey of yours. I know if I saw you guys I'd geek out like a crazy guy, and I'm 73 and reasonably level-headed! The price of fame...
That said, I'd compose a polite note to be laminated and posted on your door requesting privacy until you're outside.

[cowdogconnoisseur]

Just love y’all’s corny banter. I mean you seriously can’t make that stuff up. Y’all are adorable and a breath of fresh un-fakey YouTube air. Don’t stop please.❤

[robertgrauman]

Believe it or not, you guys were probably in one of the safest places possible. Loves has a really good reputation for safe and clean facilities. It's also a guaranteed good spot to stay the night, as opposed to some places. For example, while most Walmarts won't care if you stay the night, a lot of towns nationwide have been passing laws in the last few years prohibiting overnight parking. Don't let that discourage you though. On another note, are you guys aware of the ferry that goes across Lake Michigan from Wisconsin to Michigan? It's the S.S. Badger, and I think you might enjoy it.

[vanlyfe]

I recently traveled from California to North Carolina. The things I learned: Always be aware of surroundings, no matter where you stay. Also, plans can change. Loves and TA stops are the safest stops. Enjoy your journey

[denverdubois]

I can't believe the rudeness of some people! Outside of an emergency, I would NEVER bug a total stranger by knocking on their door, much less at SEVEN in the morning! WTF. Dude needs to get a clue.