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Our lives are so expensive! Is the round-the-world trip being cancelled? Q&A
October 8, 2023 · 25 min · 139K views · Germany
What this video covers
Thilo and Leonie, the owners of the boat, report a monthly living cost of approximately 1,710 Euro for two people while cruising.8:18 This budget includes 600 Euro for food, 450 Euro for anchoring and mooring fees, 300 Euro for activities and transportation, 200 Euro for maintenance, 100 Euro for fuel, and 60 Euro for travel health insurance.4:06 The couple notes that costs fluctuate significantly based on the country and individual lifestyle, with some cruisers managing on less than 500 Euro per person.8:39 They currently fund their travels through YouTube revenue, brand partnerships, Instagram content, Patreon donations, and their online shop.1:01
When living in their 13,000 to 14,000 Euro Tiny House in Germany, their monthly expenses drop to roughly 500 Euro per person, including 60 Euro for land rental.11:01 They purchased the structure for 10,000 Euro and spent an additional 2,000 Euro for transport, furnishing it primarily with secondhand items.13:39 The couple maintains that their current dual lifestyle—splitting time between the boat and the Tiny House—provides a sustainable balance between adventure and stability.14:08
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