How a dog named a town in France

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[@novagardener2785]

15 year old Brian got to drive us to a place he had always wanted to see in the car he had always wanted to own. Perfect! Thanks for bringing us along, it was quite spectacular.

[@ShanghaiGoat]

Your choice of music in all your Vlogs is first-class.

[@NurseSherry]

I am so glad you didn't get your permit to enter Paris as the trip to Fountainbleu was much more interesting (for me, that is). Thank you!

[@dianegriffith3006]

WOWSERS. This place has more than what Versailles had built- made for the wealthy that’s for sure. 👍 Thanks Dan for the free tour. And the coffee. 😃

[@Scottish_Tart]

I imagine you could get a large poster made of Dan wearing a neck ruffle and satin brocade clothes framed to hang on his salon wall. LOL😂

[@MarzNGrama]

Yes, yes! 😂

[@suzannebeckman8383]

Brilliant

[@HansJansen-ed2bm]

And with a picture of Nick next to it wearing Napoleon’s clothes 😂

[@valeriejohnson5283]

Yes, that is a wonderful idea! He could be holding a golden noggin in his hand!😂

[@youpipstube]

Oh.... please do😘

[@hmeyers5114]

Dan is knocking down the only remaining good ceiling today - and, Brian, you *had* to show him one totally gilded, didn't you? Don't come complaining when you're on your back on scaffolding like Michelangelo. You'll know where he got the idea. 🤣🤣 Thank you for taking us to Fontainebleau!!! It is totally amazing, and stunningly beautiful. Worth the detour! I love seeing magnificent palaces. But, in the back of my mind, I wonder how long it takes to clean them...

[@Tartanoil]

😂😂😂😂

[@vickyginn7264]

The “Dan digs” are hysterical 😂 The opulence of Fountainbleu is breathtaking! The paintings and gold plating add to it. Thank you for showing us this amazing place 🙏 What with the teenage Brian’s car purchase and his visit to Fountainbleu , he is fulfilling his ambitions this week!!!

[@duaneandmarymartin5375]

Thanks for this vlog! Young Mary hasn’t seen this place since she was 21 and studying in France. Old Mary is now 73 and enjoyed seeing it again! 😊

[@tinavonsild5860]

Loved the trip. Thank good the chateau didn't had a souvenir shop. There wasn't enough room in the car for those big things and the 48 of us Still love the car that teenage Brian bought.

[@ronaldfugu7890]

yes, yes Dan is going to want a full length painting of himself in regal regalia in his chateau. You're quite right there lol

[@suemccoy7533]

Another beautiful chateau to add to the many trips we have gotten to go along with Irish Brian. Thank You Not sure 15 year old Brian would have appreciate it's beauty at his young age.😊

[@susannoonan1]

There's a photo canvas shop online that will take your photos and turn you royal. They replace your body with royal outfits from differentcountries. You could take a photo of Dan . Would make a great gift for Dan's Chateau to get him started with his Kingly collection..😂

[@shanacrous2214]

Just love your stories Brian & so enjoy exploring with you. Such a breath of fresh air. Thank you.😊

[@JackiEpworth]

I'm totally gob smacked Brian. I've known the history...but to see it in the flesh?? There are no words! Good to know they've still good coffee!! Another BRILLIANT vlog. Love from Canada. xxo

[@Julie-bq6iz]

Ah, Brian darlin, you do make me laugh! The second I saw the globe, I wondered if you were wondering about a drinks cabinet....and then you confirmed it! 😄 Thank you for a great outing. P.S. I feel the same about the French Revolution.

[@ninamaste]

When you say "let's go get a coffee" I pause the video and go make myself a coffee so I can sit and have coffee with you ☕️😊

[@donmorrow1923]

@@ninamaste Good idea. I might start doing that too. ☕️

[@cathythompson8734]

Cute idea!

[@AlisonCarr-o8y]

Oh my goodness, what a stunning place!! Thank you for taking me there. XXX

[@niciwaller8696]

Absolutely stunning architecture. Thank you 15 year old Brian for today's road trip! Looking forward to many more😀

[@shehazi695]

I love that 15 year old Brian is going to his Mecca, driving his ideal car, living the life.well done you 😊

[@penihavir1777]

It’s close to Paris… 2 hours the other side. More like “in the direction of Paris.” You’re a good friend. Fun to have teenage Brian in his teenage dream car going to his teenage dream destination. It’s the teenager bucket list. 😉 I’m wondering whether you’ll have time to find those boulders. 🤞👍 😁 “I’m dying to know if this is a drinks cabinet.” You could put Dan’s whole chateau in one of those rooms! I agree about the size, etc. of the properties, and its relationship to the French revolution. Thomas Jefferson, on a trip to France, apparently commented that the poor didn’t have even a single window in their homes (as in opening… we’re not even talking about glass), because they were taxed per window and couldn’t afford it. When they wanted light, they had to open the door, no matter the weather. He felt France was ripe for revolution… and he wasn’t wrong. Wonder where all the gold came from for Napoleon’s throne room. 🤔 I always have mixed feelings about these places. They’re interesting, but my family were all poor farmers and coal miners and fishermen and reindeer herders, etc., for generations. I’m sure my ancestors all owed money to the lords and kings to keep them in nice places. I’ve seen the house of one of my ancestors in Norway, up above the arctic circle. 2 rooms, with no windows, for 2 adults and 14 kids (wife #1 died in childbirth). No wonder half of their descendants came to America.

[@chrisdouglass7962]

Really sweet vlog Brian!! I'd go on a road trip with you anytime! 🤣😜😁❤️🥰

[@barnesfamily1128]

THAT'S A BEAUTIFUL PALACE. Man the French really knew how to live BEAUTIFULLY, they loved there bling.❤❤

[@ritawood2772]

I never knew it was so huge! My favorite part is those twin stairs at the front of the main building. Thanks for taking us!!!

[@evakinney3152]

“Dan is going to want one of these.” That really made me laugh.

[@lollygee172]

Me too! (But I secretly think dogs playing poker on velvet may be more appropriate for Dan😂) and it would be hilarious.

[@CParks-ps8nv]

Most definitely. ​@@lollygee172

[@sandrawithey5143]

Oh, my how beautiful. Thank you for showing this to your audience, love every moment.

[@patriciafoley1494]

Teenage Brian is living his best life!

[@BigMamaMarge]

Thank you for taking us along to see such a beautiful chateau.

[@RonRobertson-lafrance]

Interesting story with your child-hood connection to Fontainebleau. I lived there for a few years, wonderful place. Yes, the palaces were opulent, but I tend to look at it as a sum of many people's skills. Think of all the craftsmanship that went into every aspect of that château. And THAT's what's outlived all the royalty, etc. Another neat thing about that château is that it's probably the most fully furnished of the royal châteaus. I used to love walking around the gardens at all seasons.

[@petersort2192]

Brian you can tell a good story you have the gift of the gab long may you continue

[@lastock01]

Yay! Road trip with 15 year old Brian 🎉 🥰

[@susanhill3147]

Stunning chateau 👏👏🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🇬🇧

[@ChrisTaylor-z6i]

I agree with you Brian..such extravagance and so many living in poverty..I would revolt too. Beautiful to look at..but I couldn' t live in it. I just want to meet the people that erected these magnificent buildings in my next life..and they did it all without power tools..just amazing ...Interesting that you would find Dan's portrait and Nick's next Halloween costume...Thanks for the day

[@dorothystorry1733]

This Chateau is exquisite…. Wow!

[@francesmcgrath5663]

Brian, you are just such a lovely, lovely man and I could listen to you for hours. 😊😊😊

[@ehpeachylove]

WOW! What a masterpiece of design and architecture, plus the history behind this historical place. Thank you for taking us along for the ride. You are the BEST. ❤❤❤

[@Ksp1009]

Teenage Brian is doing well for himself lately! 😂

[@jackiemiller5840]

Brian, I knew that's what you were thinking when you saw that large globe!

[@bartcolyn6718]

I was thinking the same....

[@Marguerite-xy4my]

I love what teenage Brian is up to lately ❤ I think i prefer Vicking Nick way more than Napoleon Nick 😊 And yip, I reckon Dan would love one of those huge paintings in his staircase 😂 Enjoy the rest of the trip, and thanks for taking us along 😀

[@egxore]

I’m here in Paris Citizen m hotel close to gare de Lyon . Because of watching you and Dan . I’m here in person.

[@hopedeakins2869]

From an American viewer, thank you for showing all the places you visit.. I personally would never get to see nor visit..

[@jmadjack007]

I 2nd that

[@sa11ysmile1]

Most excellent choice of Moosic today. I see you had Dan in mind for some chateau ideas. Lovely lovely Vlog today How are we all celebrating 100 together?? I think we could launch a Brian Bobble Hat for us all and we could collect them annually. I love your life Brian 🎉❤

[@CharlotteBerglund888]

Lots of nice panneling in the Chateau Fontan Blue, many idears to take back to Dan😊. I great you for taking care of your inner child, they will always be with us. 🧡✨💫🙏🕊️

[@judithlynch9083]

I hear what you are saying Brian about the excess of the French. As much as I love, and watch, all of the château shows -I think of the excess of the previous owners and the expense of other people‘s lives to maintain those homes for their comfort .

[@judithbecker564]

Was reading this morning about the fierce rivalry between Fontainebleau’s builder, Francois 1, and England’s Henry VIII. They participated in jousts and other feats of arms, but Fountainebleau was celebrated in such a way that Henry built Hampton Court and its gardens to answer the challenge. Thank you for the timely tour! Love being in the fast car with about 40 some others…cozy! And always fun.

[@taniap7345]

I thought it had a touch of Hampton Court about it!

[@marshawhite2904]

What a beautiful trip you took us all on today…. FOUNTAINEBLEAU ❤️ The château was exquisite, unique and very opulent ‼️ I would never in a million years to ever see it if you hadn’t visited this gorgeous castle …: THANK YOU SO MUCH 🥰❤️‼️ And to know how it was named …. Blue fountain !! Good dog 🐕 ❤😊

[@johnalonzi8353]

Thanks you Brian very interesting😊Kate

[@davecadorette-tv1tk]

What a nice stop... the chateau Fontainbleu is amazing! Some inspiration for Dan...

[@mariannebaker1567]

Thenks so much Brian for being the down to earth adventurous and fun loving soul that you are. Fun to tag along with you. ❤

[@ta2gypsy]

How wonderful for 15 year old Brian to have a kind and thoughtful adult Brian around.

[@HelmiHelmi007]

Your story about Fountain Bleu took my mind back to the early 90's, when I went rock climbing there. Or rather it was climbing on the sides of big rocks. Brian, that was almost the hundredth good morning today. Congratulations on that. Well done! You've gathered quite a tribe of followers. Winter regards from Finland to all! 🇫🇮🤗

[@mlaiuppa]

I love that story. My friend in England occasionally posts photos of local interest and one of my favorites is a sign that says “Dog in the Lane”. All I can think of it must have been a great dog that everyone knew it and it was so famous or loved that they would use it to give directions. Just go down to the dog in the lane, then turn right. And eventually the road was referred to as Dog in the Lane to this very day. Fox hounds can be great dogs. I love how they named the town after Bleu and the spring he discovered.

[@bridgetevans4978]

Love hanging out with you and teenaged Brian - Fontainebleau is well worth the waiting for🎉

[@juliemix3373]

Brian, WOW! Some amazing place. This was fabulous! Loved the music and your video-y style. I also loved that it wasn't overrun with tourists. Such a lovely memory you've given yourself and by extension, us. Cheers

[@RexNoble-666]

It's Winter & wet perfect for visiting palaces, galleries etc. We travel in autumn & early winter in EU to avoid the other tourists

[@cathymc8365]

That is quite the 'chateau'. More like a grand palace. Very beautiful and well maintained with a rich history! Thank you for the small tour! Definitely need a portrait of Dan made up lol

[@dr.rebeccastout1878]

Thanks for the tour, I have to say the 15 yr old Brian hair style to match was awesome. 😂. I think you and nick should dress up fancy and get life-size photos for dan.

[@LC-bb6jd]

Oh lord! Now I have to go make a cup of coffee! I do enjoy a sit down spot with a good cup of coffee.

[@AD-hs2bq]

What lovely experiences you are giving yourself! There is a restaurant nearby serving wonderful crepes.

[@donnadodman8865]

Thx for another wonderful adventure! The Chateau Fountiane Bleu was stunning and so grandiose and the town named after a dog named Bleu, doesn't get much better than that! ❤

[@michellecook2338]

Do enjoy 15 year old Brian's adventures . Hum Dan the dandy . 😂😂🤩

[@SelbyRadabah]

So glad you are ripping through Europe in 15 year old Brian's car. It nice you got him that!

[@marvincarter870]

OMG all this magnificent elegance and the people outside barely got by. Thus they had a revolution! We have to admit it was beautiful! Thanks for taking us along to a 15 year olds fond memory!

[@ifigeniaplatanopoulou9048]

I loughed to tears when you said that " Napoleon coat and hat would fit Nick perfectly" ! hahaha🤣🤣🤣

[@suzannehicks5856]

Wow what a world globe! It’s huge!

[@TheLadyWoreBlack73]

You and that darn drinks cabinet! I have to share that I've always wanted one, too. I saw one as a kid in an old show or movie - so long ago I can't remember what - but ever since, I've been dying to find one. I did come across pieces of one years ago, but it was so damaged it was beyond saving. So may you find your treasure soon, and I can live vicariously through you! I always thought they were so posh!

[@dorothygarton1043]

Thank you Brian for taking us with you.

[@jonimarchese7655]

Hey Brian, that place was so beautiful, the chandeliers were stunning, when you showed the globe, before your voice over came, I thought this is a nice Globe bar Brian. I am curious to see your friend's car, thanks for taking us a long, and I am happy 15-year-old Brian made it to Fontain Blu. Love from N.Y.

[@JohnR-gk7ch]

Absolutrly stunning.

[@juneysankr]

Thanks for the great tour. My aunt Muriel always suggested I visit and I never did. I’m more convinced now after seeing it. A la prochaine!

[@loisb2707]

I'd say the lack of the proper sticker for your car worked out for the best! Fontainebleau looks amazing- glad you were able to get there and explore!

[@sledgehammer-productions]

I love how teenage Brian gets all his wild ideas made real! Mercedes, Fontainebleau.

[@PhillisSteele]

2nd x watching this blog. Heard about LaFountain Blus however, 1st x seeing it. More than beautiful and huge!!! Thank you.

[@StanEveritt]

Central Bar in Peyrat le Chateau has now re-opened under new management and ownership. (We know you had tried to stop for coffee a few weeks ago but it was shut down.) Thanks for the great videos, we love to see you traveling around the beautiful area where we are lucky enough to live for 6 months of the year.

[@annettewalter2273]

Wow, some ideas to take back to Dan for the chateau. 😊😊😊. Such an interesting tour of the palace, thank you Brian.

[@AlanHough-p1w]

Thanks for the story that place is magnificent Dan could do with a few bits like those. Trust their to be a dog involved 😊

[@christinenagel8300]

Thanks for sharing your story. Thanks for the sharing that beautiful château and glad you got there🙂

[@donmorrow1923]

Thanks for taking me along. I can see why 15 year old Brian wanted to go there, but it was and could still be a very pricy place to visit. That chateau is so opulent. It is just a very beautifully constructed building and all of the ornate paintings and gold leaf is really incredible. The upkeep back in the day, and today must be enormous. Yes you can see why the revolution happened, the Royalty back then were just so out of touch with every one, and you could imagine the carriages and horses arriving with the attire they’d wear back in those days, quite a striking place of French history. Thanks for the tour and the history lesson. 👍👍

[@joellemarchio5238]

You are the best tour guide around! I’d love to visit every village and city you take us to.

[@lindabryant4292]

I think this is the best video you have done. I loved the commentary, the camera work, and the music! They were probably so happy when the dog found the water. In those days, that was no small thing. I like to imagine what the people would have been like in those times. Thank you for another great adventure. 🧡

[@chrislane3974]

If Dan wants a portrait, just ask for all of you to be in it. Cruising with CJ the Merc..... lovely.

[@deenaorrsnest9272]

Since a child I also wanted to go to Fontainebleau. Don't know why, thanks for showing us the town of the dog fountain.

[@cheriefry8461]

Thank you for taking us along on your holiday Brian. I am enjoying it immensely, vicariously. The Chateau de Fontainebleau is spectacular, it rivals Versailles in opulence.

[@_Tiamat_.]

💜💙💚 "I',m dyeing to know if that is a drinks cabinet" 🤗

[@deannahouston8804]

Omg how did 15 yo Brian snag a private tour of that place? There’s not another person in sight. How very beautiful and over the top is that place.

[@judithierino1377]

Thanks Brian that was a beautiful place you took us to

[@sweetsweetcandy3889]

Great video. You need to get back to the Chateau it's pure chaos. Dan is busting out ceilings and floor joists and he has gone back to noggins. Did you hear me, he is back to noggins which is so last year. And he has a load of 60 year old wood coming but on the bright side it should be dried out unless it rains.

[@ansis86]

I popped over to Wikipedia to learn a bit more about the palace and an hour later, after following several goat tracks through the Internet and learning a lot about Louis IV’s mistresses, I’m back to finish watching the vlog 😁 Your interior videography is sterling btw, much nicer than Wikipedia’s images

[@rrl4245]

Cozy little place - "It's great to be king."

[@silviapennec2005]

The bouldering would probably be in the forest of Fontainebleau, lovely place!

[@donnathomen2902]

Beautiful to look at. Hate to think what it takes to keep it clean. lol😅

[@skdoremi6666]

It's a classified monument,it's the government property,they are responsible to entertain it, cleaning is easy, just like any government property, our taxes pays to keep it clean, restore it is different, they use the income of tourists visiting to keep what is open to the public impeccable, but most of it is still closed because they need fund to restore it completely. What is mostly open to the public is the Kings apartments and their wives, the Kings always traveled with their court,and each person invited by the king was in charge of their own apartment which was costly, they often travelled with their belongings and that's why most of the château is actually empty.

[@maryjanekolesar8325]

Oh WOW, magnifique 15 year old Brian ❤ Painted ceilings and archways remind me of the Vatican 😉

[@jesschee5891]

I watch every video but this is the first I’ve watched with my son. He knew all about the place you went today, he is a rock climber, it was really enjoyable sharing your video with him. Thanks for sharing with us today

[@jopotts4296]

That was such a charming and gentle escape Brian and I have given the “ bouldering is exquisite “ information to my niece and her boyfriend. They are bouldering enthusiasts. I really enjoy your slice of life vlogs and the pursuit of coffee. ( NSW Australia)

[@rosewright4605]

I prefer Fontainbleu to Versailles actually... hardly any crowds there. Had not heard the dog story before. Thanks for taking us on your adventure.

[@louettahuddleson7194]

Wonderfully interesting video Brian. Loved seeing Fontainebleau château. So massive. See ya next time 👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻

[@annettev8362]

1hr since vlog posted & over 1.1k 👍🏻....great tour of a lovely place some of us followers wouldn't be able to see if not for Brian going on his excursion...Thank you so much.... Hello 👋🏻 from Alhambra Southern California 🌴

[@SarHje]

Did you know that after Waterloo the winner took with him a most of Napoleon’s personal belongings and decorations from the apartment in Paris. Can be seen in Nelson’s then newly bought home in London, now a museum. First thing you meet is a bust of a naked Napoleon inside the entrance, every plate comes from the wedding set of Napoleon’s wife with monograms on them, etc. Apparently he did not have much to decorate the house before as he was mostly occupied in the army.

[@carolcalf2032]

One of the best you have done Brian. Music so matched the filming first class. Thank for taking me and the other 47 with you lol 😂

[@valeriejohnson5283]

So we are traveling to Fontainebleau, Paris today!🎉🎊🍀The Architecture in France is always amazing. Your stories about your teens years in Ireland are always lovely to hear about. You are a natural vlogger.❤

[@charlotteschuld9155]

I hear what you’re saying about the opulence and inequalities that led to the French Revolution. Sadly, here in the USA we have an ever-growing gap between the very wealthy and the rest of the population. Greed is rampant and getting worse. I watch your vlog (and Dan’s) to feel some relief from the news. Thank you for taking us along on your treks!

[@TyeneTrienen]

Glad you got to take 15 year old Brian with you 😊

[@viewfrommylensjane]

LOLOL hahaha I laughed out loud when you stopped at that portrait & said Dan will want one! Yes I suspect the will ahaha HAHHA it looked like a toffy Daneil! haha .. A lovely sweet video, thankyou Brian xo