Everything Keeps BREAKING | Vanlife on the Wild Atlantic Way

[@highlands2hammocks]

Alright, hands up who is up for a hot seaweed bath?! I promise it is much more relaxing than a cold sea swim 😂 Thanks for watching everyone! Don't forget to vote for where we should travel on our 2023 group trip right here - forms.gle/3GGfrUkEy8JqgasD6

[@gallowglass2630]

I was at lough conn two weeks ago and as i was leaving i noticed a motorhome there ,was it yourselves

[@ciar67]

So funny, you were literally parked outside our old house at the end when you got the pizza in Crossmolina. I recognised the Thatch pub where he had the Guinness and of course where you were parked up. Wonderful part of the world.

[@highlands2hammocks]

Aw no way haha! Small world 😁 it is absolutely beautiful around there!

[@paul00]

Glad you like it here so much! I try go west from Dublin as often as I can. Those views only get more stunning as you go. Can't wait til you get to Kerry!

[@highlands2hammocks]

The views are absolutely stunning! Unfortunately we won't make it to Kerry on this trip. Been there a few years ago though and loved it, such a beautiful part of the country 😁

[@sadiemulhern5315]

Have you visited all the beautiful beaches in donegal .I rate donegal as having the most beautiful beaches . Enjoy

[@highlands2hammocks]

Not all of them 😆 will need to see more next time!

[@mikeballinger1287]

Oooooooh that climb I was hanging from just watching that beautiful views and to top it off a guiness 😊😍👌

[@highlands2hammocks]

The climb was tough but the views definitely worth it 😁 and always worth it for a Guinness haha

[@mikeballinger1287]

@@highlands2hammocks take care rest up

[@derrickmurphy9859]

Ah awesome guys loving your travels.what beautiful views you had in Nephin ,what a mountain. Take your time in mayo keem Bay is beautiful on achill Island.mayo has loads to offer especially if your in no hurry.thanks.

[@highlands2hammocks]

It's a stunning view isn't it! Keem Bay and Achill Island are actually coming out in tonight's video! We loved it there! 😁

[@denwoodturning5814]

If the gas goes out the thermocouple should have turned the main gas to the appliances of unless you have not got one or the gas valve is forty please get it checked out by a gas eng

[@highlands2hammocks]

That is a very good point! We will definitely get that checked then, thank you for that!

[@ipirrie6734]

Oven should have a thermocouple, cuts the gas if the flame goes out. Ever had a hab check?

[@highlands2hammocks]

It has one before we bought her but not since last year. Will need to get a gas engineer to have a look

[@ipirrie6734]

@@highlands2hammocks good luck, you've had some this time. It could have been a lot worse. Really enjoy your videos btw

[@TheRudymentryGuide]

Love the trip! In a twist of things, a travel tip (if you're interested) - to mitigate on the laundry issue while traveling, get yourself a Scrubba bag. This little $50 bag, that folds down to nothing, is a great washing machine on the go! AND as a side benefit (once you dry it out), it makes a great compression bag for packing keeping your gear in while on the move, saving time AND space. I've used mine for conferences for work, trips bringing just a backpack or my carry on bag. I take mine everywhere. And I'm not sponsored by Scrubba, so this is a complete, uncompensated opinion from someone who like clean laundry! Just food for thought. Safe travel!! :)

[@highlands2hammocks]

Thanks so much for the recommendation Eugene, I have just ordered one haha! Can't wait for it to arrive I am sure it will help a lot 😁

[@TheRudymentryGuide]

@@highlands2hammocks Excellent! I'm sure you will enjoy it. I've broken mine out for hurricane season in the US (SE Georgia). Getting our gear together for the next 6 weeks. Enjoy the Scrubba - Love the videos! Have fun in Ireland!

[@andrewgarnham3398]

The seaweed bath spa looked fantastic and view's are breathtaking keep exploring 😀

[@highlands2hammocks]

So beautiful! Thanks 😁

[@wildoutdoors248]

thats my home town you guys were staying in ,i was rared at the bottom of nephin ..shame ididnt know u guys were there i would of come see u .and theres a little pump inside the toilet for the flush and thats whats gone and is why u cant flush ,its a common prob..if u guys are not gone to far i can have a look at it for u

[@highlands2hammocks]

Aww thank you for the offer, unfortunately we are not near anymore. We have a long list of things to get fixed in the van now so got it on the list 😊

[@travellingwithcrowsfeet]

Wow, what an episode! Gas explosion, a seaweed bath and a good ole hike to boot, very entertaining, thank you for the share!

[@highlands2hammocks]

Aww man I know right 😂 feels like we've been having it all 😂 glad you enjoyed it guys!

[@jonfenwick6200]

You've got so much to look forward to too, coming further down,. It really is an amazing road trip. Living at the bottom I have to say the best is yet to come for you guys here, however, I haven't done much of it further than Galway, and can't wait to do so. Bit jealous watching this I am. You'll be passing my house at some point too, so I'll be looking out for ya!

[@highlands2hammocks]

Aww unfortunately we haven't had time to make it that far south on this trip! We have toured around Ireland before a few years ago and spent a bit of time down the south and absolutely loved it! We'll be back to do it again though 😁

[@suzybeetravels]

Wow the views from the mountain were gorgeous. Seaweed bath looked pretty gross but I bet it was lovely. Can't wait for the next installment 💜

[@highlands2hammocks]

Such a beautiful place! Haha it was very relaxing and our skin felt amazing after it 😁

[@bertkelly7650]

Yay! Gemma and Campbell in Ireland!

[@highlands2hammocks]

We had such a great time there 😁 such a beautiful country!

[@FreeBirdUKVanLife]

Neffin hell that's steep. Well done guys.

[@highlands2hammocks]

Thank you! Haha it certainly was a tough one 😂

[@TheTravellersCookeBook]

Nice one guys ... the WAW is indeed rather spectacular .... enjoy your travels ... I think we are just a little ahead of you (in video terms at least) .. not sure how 'live' you guys are in terms of publishing but let us know if you need any tips or things to watch out for as you head further south ...

[@highlands2hammocks]

Thanks guys 😁 we are pretty far behind now, actually back in Scotland, but thanks for the offer! We will definitely be back to Ireland as it was over too quick 🥲

[@yaminthegrey]

Hari OM Yeah, there's often an autumn calving too... particularly for beef cattle; dairy herds are in a continuous roll of calf/dry/calf/dry... My granny used to swear by seaweed baths. I don't think they are particularly Irish, but clearly that is one of the few places left with that Victorian vibe - and it looked proper rejuvenating!!! Scary about that oven though. Time to do the compost toilet and go all electric, kiddos!!! YAM xx

[@highlands2hammocks]

Ah that makes sense! Haha I have to say, it actually felt great, our skin felt so soft afterwards 😊 Yeaaah we definitely need to get something sorted I think!

[@sheilajoseph9953]

Think it's time Ellie has a full service for inside the living area. The seaweed bath and steam looked relaxing. Great climb. 💚

[@highlands2hammocks]

I think so! Need to look into where that can be done 😁

[@AnneMB955]

Ireland will need to be next time we visit. It looks beautiful. This time England, Scotland and Wales. Leaving in 9 days. You two always make travelling so much fun and adventurous.

[@highlands2hammocks]

Can definitely recommend 😍 loved our trip!

[@shivashahriari]

Absolutely great, wow Gemma’s face in the steam box 😂😂😂😂

[@highlands2hammocks]

Thanks Shiva 😁 hahaha it felt so weird! It was so hot 😂

[@susancooper2996]

Hi guys what an achievement getting up that mountain well done. Don’t you just love the view when you get to the top. 👍🥰

[@highlands2hammocks]

The view was absolutely incredible, so worth it! We definitely weren’t ready for how much of a tough scramble it would be though 😂 and those bugs weren’t helping either haha!

[@000caro555]

Always enjoy your videos, always look forward to the next one. X

[@highlands2hammocks]

It’s so lovely to hear that 😊 thank you!

[@DavidandSarah]

lol we wear the same thing everyday as well 😂 life definitely isn't as easy in the van. The little calf is so cute! The seaweed bath looked super interesting...not sure if we could do that 😂We can totally relate with how everything just feels like it's breaking. Our fridge door just randomly fell off a few days ago 😂

[@highlands2hammocks]

Haha it looks weird but I promise it actually felt amazing, our skin was so soft after 😁 Oh no, that is far from ideal! Yeah I now have a huge ever growing list of things we need to get fixed 😂

[@tomassanesson902]

Awesome 🤘👍❤❤❤

[@highlands2hammocks]

Thanks 😁

[@xhogun8578]

Majority of calves are born in the spring, for some reason I have 75% in my head. But dairy cows are impregnated 3 months after they give birth to ensure near continuous milk supply. Cows cycles is I think about 21 days so they can be bred mated pretty much anytime of year. The scenery looks amazing, itching to visit northern Ireland again. I didn't get the opportunity to see much when I went before.

[@highlands2hammocks]

Ahh that makes sense! Thank you for explaining! Aw you definitely need to go back then, it’s absolutely stunning 😁 this was our second time visiting and we still feel like there is so much left for us to see!

[@xhogun8578]

@@highlands2hammocks definitely, your videos are showing me how much I missed!

[@Dreyno]

Those weren’t dairy cattle but you can have caves any time of year. Most people try not to have them much later than midsummer because they do better in the winter if they’re a few months older when the temperatures drop.

[@toobydude41]

Ahhh congrats on conquering the mighty Nephin Hill! Awesome job guys! I'm now convinced that no munroe , hill, mountain whatever is a match for you! Yeah I like your second story behind it 🤣 OMG sorry for the oven mishap. Not long ago I was heating up a pouch of rice in the microwave..and I heard a rather disturbing POP. Ruh roh. Scared the bejeebers out of me. Turned out the bag exploded..courtesy of yours truly forgetting to tear open a notch in the top (clearly in the instructions), so it can vent. I did salvage most of the rice anyway. LOL Haha that seaweed bath...I was thinking the same thing, where's the magician? 😆

[@highlands2hammocks]

Haha thanks Scott, we do love a good challenge! We certainly weren't prepared for how challenging that would be though 😂 Oh I am glad you managed to save some of your rice haha!

[@stevepjackson]

Nice vlog guys, a group trip sounds like a decent plan. I'd be up for that 😀

[@highlands2hammocks]

Cheers Steve 😁 can’t wait!!

[@kelvinpell4571]

Beautiful country. Living your best lives whilst young enough to enjoy it all........yeah I'm really THAT old !!

[@highlands2hammocks]

Haha thanks Kelvin 😊 we are trying to make the most of every minute and so grateful that we are able to do this! Ireland is amazing! 😁

[@highlands2hammocks]

Haha thanks Kelvin 😊 we are trying to make the most of every minute and so grateful that we are able to do this! Ireland is amazing! 😁

[@lindao1327]

I always enjoy your videos! Loved your giants ice cream story! 😂

[@highlands2hammocks]

Hahaha so glad you enjoyed it 😂😁

[@spazzymacgee5648]

You need to stop off in achill island for a nights camping, trust me you will love it

[@highlands2hammocks]

Just wait till next week 😜 park up with a view!

[@spazzymacgee5648]

@@highlands2hammocks some spot isn't it 😁

[@FreeBirdUKVanLife]

Road trip sounds fun. Be awesome to meet you guys. Would be fab if you could show us round your favourite secret places in bonny Scotland. I'm half Scottish and only been to a few places up there. X

[@highlands2hammocks]

This trip won't be a Scotland one but maybe one day we will do that 😁

[@hughtempleton8640]

Great video guy's . ❤

[@highlands2hammocks]

Thank you so much Hugh 😊 we’re glad you enjoyed it!

[@graememckay9972]

I'm not a farmer but I'm a Tom Pemberton subscriber so I must therefore be a farming expert. He has calves all year round because a cow needs to have a calf before it produces milk. The cows then dry off before getting into calf again. All year round means there's always cows producing. Maybe there will be a real farm expert in the comments shortly to correct me.

[@highlands2hammocks]

Ah that would make sense actually! Thanks Graeme!

[@Dreyno]

Those cattle were Aberdeen Angus cattle and wouldn’t be used for milk. They produce milk, obviously, but not in the quantities preferred by dairy farmers. But you don’t have complete control over when a cow will conceive so you can have them all year round. But most people will try not to time it too late in the year because young calves and lambs survive better if they’re at least a few months old when the winter hits.

[@Ajd83.]

I'd apply for ure group trip but we looking forward to our first bairn in December. Xx

[@highlands2hammocks]

Aww congratulations 😁 I am sure there will be plenty more!

[@andrewberkkis8912]

👍👍👍

[@highlands2hammocks]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@Neil-f9c]

Where r yous from. In a midlothian guy in ni

[@highlands2hammocks]

We are from paisley ☺️

[@FreeBirdUKVanLife]

Tupperware tub on wheels 🤣🤣🤣

[@highlands2hammocks]

Hahaha glad you like it 😂😂

[@XrpCookies]

Return 22nd November............Then its caravan for us.

[@highlands2hammocks]

Where from? 😁

[@XrpCookies]

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