The Truth About Our YouTube Earnings and the Future of This Channel in 2026
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In 2025 I made just over $3,000 in Google AdSense.
And then in fall it came to a screeching halt. Suddenly my music checks dropped by about nearly 50%.
But we also want to take this opportunity to show you more of our everyday life.
We have some big big dreams for 2027.
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The start of 2026 feels a little different for the Five Hungry Travelers. While many are rushing into new resolutions, we are currently navigating a season of waiting. Since Nick’s departure from Disney last fall, our family has been in a period of transition, and today we are being fully transparent about what that looks like for our lives and this channel. In our annual income wrap-up, I am revealing exactly what I earned from Google AdSense in 2025. Sharing these numbers is about more than just transparency for other creators; it is a way to say a massive thank you to this community. Currently, this channel is our primary consistent source of income, and every view and share truly makes a difference for our family of five. In this video, we discuss: Financial Transparency: A breakdown of our $3,000 AdSense earnings in 2025 (and how it compares to our revenue from 2024) and the reality of the shifting YouTube algorithm. Plus how it feels to be able to use this channel to provide something for my family while Nick is looking for work. The Content Pivot: What to expect from the channel when there are no cruises or theme parks on the immediate horizon. NYC and Beyond: Our plans to explore our own backyard, bringing you the best gluten-free and dairy-free guides for New York City and upcoming US and international travel. The Season of Waiting: A raw look at navigating a career change, dreaming for the future, and finding peace in the pause. We are leaning into the real, everyday moments of life with dietary restrictions and big dreams. Whether we are in the middle of a cruise or a DIY disaster at home, we are grateful to have you as part of our journey. We'd love to have you join the discussion with us in the comments below or on our socials! Instagram- www.instagram.com/5HungryTravelers Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086290333103 Watch Next: Why We're Not a Disney Family Anymore... Nick's Job Announcement- https://youtu.be/9_8lclowaj4 Top NYC Gluten Free Finds (we'll make an update soon!)- https://youtu.be/hLjwXx_k_PE About Five Hungry Travelers: We are a family of five sharing the authentic side of travel and lifestyle with gluten-free and dairy-free needs. Based near New York City, we explore the world and our own backyard with heart and honesty. Subscribe to follow our new chapter and join the conversation. #FiveHungryTravelers #YouTubeIncome #SmallCreator #CareerPivot #NYC #FamilyVlog #GlutenFreeTravel #LifeUpdate #creatoreconomy 0:00 intro 0:46 What I made on YouTube with 2k subscribers 3:13 Real Life as a YouTube Vlogger in 2026 4:46 Handling Job Loss and Transition 6:02 Showing you GF NYC as a local