Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
After 3 years of full-time RV living, we’re finally sharing the honest truth… what we’d do differently if we started over today.
In this episode, we’re soaking up the Florida lifestyle at Harbor Lakes RV Resort, part of our Thousand Trails/Encore membership, with a premium site right next to the pool. From there, we hit the road (and water!) for some unforgettable adventures.
We take our inflatable boat out from Eldred's Marina and cruise over to the iconic Cabbage Key, known for its laid-back island vibes and legendary dollar bill walls. Then we explore a hidden island near Cayo Costa State Park, where the water is crystal clear and perfect for swimming.
Back on land, we test out our new surf cart at Englewood Beach, do some fishing, and catch a stunning Gulf Coast sunset.
We also break a 40-day beer fast with a stop at 3 Bridges Brewing, then dive into history at the incredible Ringling Museum of Art, part of the NARM program.
But the real highlight? At the end of the video, we open up about the big lessons we’ve learned after 3 years on the road — including mistakes, surprises, and what we’d do completely differently if we started full-time RV life again.
If you're thinking about RV living, traveling full-time, or just love Florida adventures, this one’s for you!
👉 Stick around till the end — it's where the real value is!
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00:00 Welcome + 3 Years Full-Time RV Life
01:02 Backing Into Our Site at Harbor Lakes RV Resort
03:15 Touring the Resort + Poolside Setup
05:02 Englewood Beach + Testing Our New Surf Cart
06:30 Surf Fishing + Gulf Coast Sunset
07:55 Launching from Eldred’s Marina
09:10 Boating to Cabbage Key
10:45 Exploring the Island + Cocktails
13:11 Island Stop Near Cayo Costa
15:00 Swimming in Crystal Clear Water
16:20 Exploring + Relaxing
17:06 Breaking Our 40-Day Beer Fast 🍻
18:00 Drinks & Apps at 3 Bridges Brewing
18:55 Visiting The Ringling Museum
21:30 Circus History + Exhibits
24:00 Museum Grounds & Highlights
25:04 Back at Harbor Lakes + Spotting a Spoonbill 🐦
26:24 Moving Day + 3-Year RV Anniversary
27:30 What We’d Do Differently (Big Lessons)
29:45 Mistakes, Tips & Advice
31:53 Final Reflections + Outro
After 3 years of full-time RV living, we’re finally sharing the honest truth… what we’d do differently if we started over today.
In this episode, we’re soaking up the Florida lifestyle at Harbor Lakes RV Resort, part of our Thousand Trails/Encore membership, with a premium site right next to the pool. From there, we hit the road (and water!) for some unforgettable adventures.
We take our inflatable boat out from Eldred's Marina and cruise over to the iconic Cabbage Key, known for its laid-back island vibes and legendary dollar bill walls. Then we explore a hidden island near Cayo Costa State Park, where the water is crystal clear and perfect for swimming.
Back on land, we test out our new surf cart at Englewood Beach, do some fishing, and catch a stunning Gulf Coast sunset.
We also break a 40-day beer fast with a stop at 3 Bridges Brewing, then dive into history at the incredible Ringling Museum of Art, part of the NARM program.
But the real highlight? At the end of the video, we open up about the big lessons we’ve learned after 3 years on the road — including mistakes, surprises, and what we’d do completely differently if we started full-time RV life again.
If you're thinking about RV living, traveling full-time, or just love Florida adventures, this one’s for you!
👉 Stick around till the end — it's where the real value is!
Cart -amzn.to/4e3mdty
00:00 Welcome + 3 Years Full-Time RV Life
01:02 Backing Into Our Site at Harbor Lakes RV Resort
03:15 Touring the Resort + Poolside Setup
05:02 Englewood Beach + Testing Our New Surf Cart
06:30 Surf Fishing + Gulf Coast Sunset
07:55 Launching from Eldred’s Marina
09:10 Boating to Cabbage Key
10:45 Exploring the Island + Cocktails
13:11 Island Stop Near Cayo Costa
15:00 Swimming in Crystal Clear Water
16:20 Exploring + Relaxing
17:06 Breaking Our 40-Day Beer Fast 🍻
18:00 Drinks & Apps at 3 Bridges Brewing
18:55 Visiting The Ringling Museum
21:30 Circus History + Exhibits
24:00 Museum Grounds & Highlights
25:04 Back at Harbor Lakes + Spotting a Spoonbill 🐦
26:24 Moving Day + 3-Year RV Anniversary
27:30 What We’d Do Differently (Big Lessons)
29:45 Mistakes, Tips & Advice
31:53 Final Reflections + Outro
