My Worst Experience Car Camping Ever

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Get ready for an unforgettable adventure as I test-drive the luxurious Toyota Alphard, often hailed as the "Rolls Royce of Minivans," and share my honest opinion and thoughts. Join us for an opulent camping experience that takes an unexpected turn when a midge infestation transforms it into a chaotic nightmare. From luxury drives to battling bugs, this video is a rollercoaster of outdoor escapades! Like, comment, and subscribe for a wild ride. 🚙🏕️🦟
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Video Content:
0:00 - Intro
0:45 - The vehicle
1:06 - Driving experience
4:02 - Supermarket
5:12 - Readly
6:12 - Driving to park up
7:28 - Vehicle tour
12:26 - Cooking/Fly Infestation
13:39 - Fly infestation continues ....
17:43 - Moving to a new park up
18:10 - Car camping set up
18:30 - Worst night ever ....
19:11 - Waking up
21:06 - Broken down
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[@WillsWhereabouts]

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[@lizsteeds6697]

Your incompetence and lack of practical foresight needed when planning for camping out (INSECT REPELLANT anyone) is irritating. Who does not know about midges and mozzies snd other bitey critters at dusk in the summer and how they are attracted by lights or cooking outside ...

[@Rebel4Freedom]

Hi Will, many thanks for another enjoyable video👍🏻Have you tried the Mosquito coils or insect zappers nifty little things for those dang midges? Amazon sells them 😊 Also a small tip, don't know if you this it but if you soak the onions in cold water you can then peel & slice them without the eye stinging bought on by the white milky residue, oh I learnt the following tip from Gordon Ramsey, he advises slicing the onion whilst leaving the bottom bit intact this also keep the white residue inside the onion then just toss the root into your nearest garbage pot, bin or bag without the weeping eyes hope this gives you a wee bit of help😊Loved the Jurrasic Park video, also the American bus & RV ones 😉 Please stay well & safe ok?🫂

[@AlphardAdventures]

Brilliant video on our Alphard, glad you had a great time in it And the compulsory chaos was so funny 😂😂 Hope to catch up soon

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks again mate for letting me take it out for the night! 😊

[@wesgunton238]

Will cracked me up lots of knobs and buttons to play around with. Sorry my mind went straight to the gutter. 😂

[@WillsWhereabouts]

🍆🍆😂

[@victoriawakefield6747]

comedy gold as i sit here itching!! also i love Ben's giggling in the background.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Haha I’m still itching now 😂

[@davebirch1976]

Can't believe you've never heard of Chorley, I'm guessing you've never watched Phoenix Nights or some other Peter Kay things where "Chorley FM" gets mentioned 😂

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Hah I’ve not seen those programs but now I know Chorley is a lovely place

[@travelwithandy]

Chorley FM coming in your ears 😂

[@davebirch1976]

@@travelwithandy wasn't it also used at the beginning of live at the Bolton Albert Halls in Mr Bees taxi "coming in ethnic ears" 😆 or did I imagine that 🤣

[@stevepecket2535]

I'm from Oldham, an they speak bloody funny to me!! No chance a Southerner will have heard of Chorley. Surely the cakes are a factory name 😳

[@davebirch1976]

@@stevepecket2535 I forgot about the cakes, they're very similar to Eccles Cakes

[@trishagail353]

Such a nice camper van!! I am seriously itching, thinking insects are biting me😂. I love seeing the different campers you show, and the chaos keeps me laughing!!! This is the most I've laughed all week!!! Love from the USA 🇺🇸

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Haha thanks so much Trish, glad you enjoyed it

[@shirleytownsend3858]

Oh Will…. You are hilarious. Your mates giggles really got me laughing and watching you cutting your onions had me weeping myself….lol😂😂😂😂😂

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Hah glad you enjoyed it Shirley

[@Tim_G_666]

Congrats, dude, I think you've just made the definitive video on the worst nights camping in a van, EVER! 😂

[@WillsWhereabouts]

True story 😂😂

[@altclut]

It wasn’t that bad!😂

[@JoeBlow-vx5po]

Amazon sells these stretchy screens that fit over the top of the door windows. They work so well at keeping little bugs and gnats out. Double sided screens. Cheap too, only about 12-14 bucks. Several sizes for small or large doors. They have a giant net for the rear hatch too.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

That’s awesome I’ll have to have a look at them

[@carenza163]

My camper is an Alphard but I have a pop top and different layout. Love it, such a lovely drive. They don't like the power doors opened and closed too much as they drain the battery, but even then I have never managed to completely flatten it! 🤣This is just so hilariously chaotic as always! Poor Ben though, he was eaten alive.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

I would love to try a pop top version but I realised straight away what a great car they are

[@greentonythetig]

That had me in stitches, yet again!! can't wait for the next one Will...

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@BT-xm6ne]

You could always fold the side mirrors in to help prevent damage to the vehicle on narrow roads

[@franklee3705]

Funniest one yet Will. I'm away in my Go-Pod at the moment and have a couple of flies bugging me. I wish I had a fly spray but thanks to you, I can live with it now! 😂😂

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Haha I hope it’s not too bad

[@billspectre9502]

Oh, thank goodness for the midges. They brought just a bit more to your blooper reel. Hysterical hijinks! 😂

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Haha they really did

[@KevinFoulds]

Rivington Pike. Great place for biking...

[@yogeshbhurtel8324]

From start to end this was so hilarious to watch

[@nicovantol7363]

When I was living in Surinam,South-America,you see these Toyota Alphard often. Allso with RHD,because Surinam is driving like the UK. Lots off times you where seeing these Alphards in use as a taxi van !!!

[@WillsWhereabouts]

I can really see these cars as taxi vehicles as they’re very luxurious

[@nicovantol7363]

That's true,they are indeed verry luxurious inside and spacious for 5 people and suitcases. Brings back memories when whe went to pick up some Dutch family for our wedding in Surinam 2010.

[@matthewyoung7554]

A little later to the party Will, but another video you've knocked out of the park. What a laugh. You just keep entertaining us. 😅

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Haha thanks Matthew, glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@will1565]

Another great video, that little battery jumper is awesome. I had one years ago, it was the size of a briefcase, lol

[@catherineferguson7388]

Hi Will, good to see you back on the new series, those midges are horrible, what a lovely van without the insects, he’s done a great job, brilliant video, Thank you xxx

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks as always Catherine! The midges were a nightmare but all part of the experience

[@michaellecaplain3377]

As gut-bustlingly funny as always. Brilliant!

[@daveeager5953]

Naaaaaah man, i'd of been straight outta there!! Raid spray my friend.. i sometimes get through a can in a week at home as my missus likes to leave the patio doors open all f'in day 🤣😬

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Haha a can a week 😂😂

[@Lee-fh2wj]

I think u had loads of fun as u mostly laughed at everything u did which is a good thing, u made the best of it and I was laughing right along with u so I had fun as well.; Thanks for sharing x

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thank you so much 😁

[@andrewlisajohn]

great video as always. Sometimes i think im having a bad day until i see your vids always makes me smile.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

That’s great to hear 😊

[@ceecee3488]

Next time just run water over the onion. You are hilarious my friend. HIlarious. What a treat early in the morning watching you fumble and fume!!!!! Oh and always carry bug spray or those things you hang up to get rid of critters. Might as well call it a survival kit with what you deal with from time to time. Oh....and probably a bottle of scotch or something!

[@lindaolphin7897]

This was so hilarious, I couldn’t stop laughing!!!😂😂😂(from America, state of Pennsylvania)

[@rb1042]

just what i needed this. been working in germany all summer and I needed a laugh. think it's time i got a van conversion going. I think it would help my mental state somewhat, going forward.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Glad I could help 😊

[@KarlPowell1970]

Wow your in my neck of the woods, the motorbikers love it up Belmont way its like the TT races up there :)

[@jenclark7511]

Any Alphard driver would be cringing watching you use the electric doors so much! Most of us turn them off for camping for obvious reasons…flat battery. Completely flummoxed as to why you’d attempt a brand new recipe for a first camp? The weather and midges along with roaring motorbikes had nothing to do with the car. I feel all of that distracted from the actual camper. Best vehicle I’ve ever driven, I drove for 5 hours with a ten minute break recently. It’s SO comfortable. I have a pop top for further comfort and go to sites with EHU now after camping for two nights without. Prefer to use my small electric kettle for a cuppa and take a pop up tent for storage. Alphard’s are supremely comfy being a high spec car rather than a van and are a fraction of VW costs. The only way I realised my lifelong camper dream.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

It’s absolutely a great car and camper! Probably one of my favourite I’ve driven so far. Super spacious and luxurious

[@luckyluke-ambitiousamy]

You are not wrong my aunts name is fannie before she passed away last month and she was a wonderful person when she was alive.

[@dufrayne_4192]

That's a stunning car. I want one of them as a people carrier. Great video.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks for watching!

[@lynegauthier5742]

Oh! My goodness, Will. You make me laugh so much in all your vlogs in all these different vehicles. Keep making them. I look forward to see them. 🤣🤣😂😂👍👍

[@WillsWhereabouts]

More to come!

[@Ammotyr]

Awesome !!! Woooohooooo. Thanks for the video !!

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks for watching!

[@christianlewisphotography6910]

This had me crying with laughter 🤣

[@deborahcocker7010]

Absolutely hilarious Will 😂😂😂

[@OceanBlue2023]

Lovely to see you in my hometown of Chorley and driving around Rivington (which is beautiful but a nightmare on the top country lanes 😂)

[@deckylevert7994]

Pure feel good video mate, loved it , carry on camping 😂😂

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Hah glad you enjoyed it mate 😂

[@LeisureBit]

Those automatic doors were cool! Wonder if the beeping has different meanings. The jump starters are a god send when you need them, thank goodness it was charged up. All the best, David 👍

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks David! The jump starter certainly came in handy

[@frazzzz1066]

i got the alphard i always carry spray and ps if you put front seat back facing forward it reclines flat giving you another single bed

[@The_Sewing_Shuttle]

Love the wood dash, reminds me of the 60's vehicles

[@WillsWhereabouts]

It’s awesome isn’t it

[@soniayoung7531]

Hello Will,your roads reminds me of back in my country, when I go back there I would never drive lol,sorry your camping didn't go as planned those flies were out there, thanks for sharing stay safe

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks for watching Sonia 😊

[@ITVsecurity]

Hilarious ! That road is literally where all us bikers go, especially on a Sunday to meet up at Rivington Barn. Certainly will never be camping up there with those killer midges 🤣

[@annrimmington8690]

Love is usual Will. I have an Alphard but a high top, love it. Keep em comin 😂😂

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Will do!!

[@tomok7775]

Good on ya Will!

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks 👍

[@Yoshi-egg]

Loving the new series will! The key fob problem with your van is probably the ignition switch...it gets stuck and doesn't register with the ECU. It's a cheap and easy fix so deffo worth a try. The part is about £20, just have to remove the cover around the ignition and plug the new switch in. 👍👍

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks very much! I wish it was a cheap easy fix but it’s not, I’ve tried everything but given up now 😂

[@Yoshi-egg]

@@WillsWhereabouts I had the same problem and it's definitely frustrating 🤣....if you haven't replaced the ignition switch, you can dump a can of Halfords electrical spray down the ignition barrel....it will remove any dirt and possibly free up the switch....deffo a cheaper option....just make sure it's electrical spray as it evaporates and won't harm any electrics 👍

[@fairysrreal180]

Another A-class video Will, Toyotas can make anything and you know it will last long and be reliable. Don't know about the flies issue though, maybe they were included free with the van.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Definitely a great but would like a refund on the flies it came with

[@emexldj]

Folding trailer tent next please

[@rangovanlife]

Hi there, I am a new subscriber here, love the videos so far, entertaining, funny and useful too. Keep going 👍🏽👋🏽

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks very much 😊

[@andypaul382]

Brilliant season 2 👍

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks Andy

[@jaynekittycat9252]

Grinning all the way through this. How did all those flies get in, when windows were shut. Couldn't stand that. Did laugh. 😂😂😂

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Haha they’re so small and tiny they get in everywhere

[@MummyJilly]

Brilliant video, lots of laughs.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@peterskarratts1834]

Absolutely hilarious,funiest travel show ever loved it mate 👍🤘

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Hah thanks Peter

[@LITTLEMANADVENTURSES]

That is one cool camper awesome video will 👍😊 I would love it to see how you would get on with camping and cooking in my little camper 😂

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Haha maybe I’ll try it one day then matey 😅

[@LITTLEMANADVENTURSES]

@@WillsWhereabouts it would definitely make a good video and be a right laugh 😂

[@shakermker7014]

Quick 1 Pan Cheats Paella... Cut the Chorizo into good chunks, fry them off to get some colour and release the oils then remove from the pan. Add the onions and peppers and cook for a few mins. Then add the Garlic, Tomato Paste and Smoked Paprika. Cook for a short period then add the prawns, Peas and Chorizo into the pan. Then add the rice and a bit of the Chicken Stock with the lid on. Cook until the Prawns are pink and the rice as absorbed the stock. Finish off with some seasoning as required and a squeeze of Lemon. Ingredients: Chorizo Stick (High Quality) Prawns (Frozen Jumbo) Flame Roasted Peppers (Jar) Onion (Chopped) Garlic (Chopped or Minced) Peas (Frozen) Tomato Paste (Good Squeeze) Chicken Stock (250ml) Smoked Paprika (1Tspn) Lemon Seasoning (Salt & Pepper) Plain Rice (Ready Cooked Packet)

[@WillsWhereabouts]

I may or or may not have cooked a Paella in the next video 👀

[@HadriansWallNZ]

We used to always have a candle or incense burning as midges don’t like smoke. Always carry a citronella candle with you 😂

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Hah I'll have to remember one for next time

[@joannajones8218]

Fab van! Fab video as always Will! 🎉

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@74dibo]

Welcome to my home town. Wills whereabouts. Been subscribed to your channel since day one.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks so much matey

[@charleyboy74]

Was just about to eat my Tea at my PC, kids have the front room, what am I going to watch. this was uploaded 32 mins ago. PERFECT !

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Hah hope you enjoyed it mate

[@charleyboy74]

@@WillsWhereabouts always do William :)

[@kenpurnell4798]

Will you have done it again - so much fun.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Hah thanks very much Ken 😊

[@KarenHT397]

This video was fly man! Brilliant footage and love the camper but a bit fandanglsd for me with the electric doors . Your camera man and you were so funny together.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks Karen!

[@richardbosson774]

Where can I see your recipe for today's blog dinner. I'm in Thailand and I miss food like that

[@WillsWhereabouts]

On the readly app 😆

[@primotimes9991]

You certainly show a good spirit no matter the caos surrounding you! I like that quality 👍

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks mate

[@mashedpotato3291]

maybe its a good idea to bring insect repellent spray next trip

[@HomeCookingSpain]

Nice little van... I follow about half a dozen vanlifers and none seem to carry with them spray for flies and mosquitoes in their vans...Would be so easy, spray some inside, shut the door and stay outside for 5 minutes or so which in a small space should quickly knock them out, and Bob´s your uncle and Fanny your aunt!🤣 I like that one! Looking forward to the next video! Cheers from Spain!👍🍷

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Gracias amigo 😊

[@aaronhowardjudd]

😂😂😂.. you crack me up Will. Just too funny. 👍

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Hah thanks Aaron 😊

[@elizabethmckenzie322]

Oh my you poor souls snaffled by our wee pals 😂😂😂😂 awsome video lovely van nice meal lots fun 😂😂😂😂😂❤❤❤

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Hah thanks Elizabeth

[@johna6968]

Always fancied a go in one of those Bedford / Vauxhall Rascal motorhomes.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Same that would be epic

[@lynmoore8355]

OMG what a great and funny Vvlog, just a thought maybe you should have got some fly spray and sprayed the whole van

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Next time!

[@KevinJones-bt7ib]

At first glance I thought it's not much of a looker, but after looking a bit closer. It's got quite a cool look to it 😎👍

[@WillsWhereabouts]

I really like that way it looks

[@allseeing357]

They are quite colour sensitive. Also the "S" versions (AS for a 2.4, MS for a 3.0) have a distinctive factory sports bodykit with deeper bumpers, side sills and a rear spoiler - does make them look better

[@glenchilada]

Chew gum when you cut onions. Don't remember why it works, but it always has for me.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

I’ll have to give this a go for next time

[@Caltaz08]

Good video as always Will :), the countryside area is also called rivington well that’s what I know it as lol 😂, I used to work near where you parked up, when you are next in bolton let us know it would be good to buy you a pint 😊

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Hah well Rivington is a lovely spot that’s for sure

[@allankerr668]

Brilliant Will!😂

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Cheers Allan

[@lorrainebowe9585]

Welcome to Lancashire Will

[@oneyearoutproductions]

Chaos? That's putting it mildy! Lol

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Tell me about it 😂😂

[@darrenwilson8042]

Don't forget when you experience these lovely places "the country is full" says folk who never leave big cities lol - its lovely up around there isn't it?

[@ducatimann]

pure comedy gold will gotta see you testdrive a fiat qubo camper conversion!!!!!!!!

[@WillsWhereabouts]

That would be epic

[@rucksackadventures4878]

Your in my town of Bolton Winterhill & Entwistle are the best park ups around there

[@WillsWhereabouts]

I’ll have to check them out next time

[@shampoovta]

Two words "Bug Vacuum". Live it, love it. Never fear a spider or Mosquito again.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Haha I’ll have to see what it’s all about

[@tammycruz8189]

I absolutely Love Love Love U Will !;!! U crack me up !!!!+

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Haha thanks Tammy ❤❤

[@lesklower7281]

A Toyota Alphard have seen a couple if these in Campbelltown N.S.W Australia in there people mover mode in the top spec models the second row is two captains chairs and they do everything and tgese are actually based on the Hiace a very popular van in Australia thrre new ones 10 20 and 30 year old Hiaces still driving around still going as with Toyotas they are the most reliable vehicles l have a Toyota myself a 1997 Hilux

[@WillsWhereabouts]

That’s awesome they seem like a great car for sure

[@lesklower7281]

@@WillsWhereabouts These Alphards are all JDM imports to Australia we get a lot of JDM vehicles and a lot if Toyotas l have seen a couple of them at our local Aldi supermarket in the car park not Alphards

[@valerycarpentier852]

Chaotic, but that’s why we like you!

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Haha it’s more fun that way

[@lonnietaylor2759]

A very nice little van,as a camper No mush to small, also can't stand the bugs.But this is the funniest video ever👏😂😂😂😂😂😂😂.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@trevorsbarkingmadchannel4501]

Great vlog but very claustrophobic in that Toyota and those midges. Omg. Well done both of u.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks! 👍

[@Gasmaskratto]

lovely sized camper

[@WillsWhereabouts]

It’s a decent little car camper for sure

[@richcolgate8929]

Excellent vlog bud Gave me a massive grin !!! U howled like a girl !! Pmsl Mozzies love ya 🤣

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@xIDarkSideIx]

Hey Will there is a Japanese guy I watch on here who's just bought a similer van setup to this one it's amazing what's crammed into them his has a got a full on fridge tv and a giant full lenth bed with one above it at the back also

[@WillsWhereabouts]

That’s awesome, I’ll have to check it out

[@DroneXscapeMedia]

I am watching this cookin fajitas 😂

[@WillsWhereabouts]

🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽

[@DroneXscapeMedia]

Only found your videos last month loving your new found direction slowly catching up with back cataloge keep it up good sir

[@ryaaaaaaaaan]

I’m from Bolton, you was in Rivington 😂 did you see many doggers? 😂😂

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Haha not this time

[@mikeklinger1712]

I took some Velcro and put mosquito screen in the back gate of my van! Being a liftgate it doubles as a canopy in light rain keeping things cooler in summer heat

[@WillsWhereabouts]

That’s a great idea

[@Pugwash.]

I was feeling itchy just watching!

[@lordroyden2377]

Flat battery! Those 2 big doors to power! 🫣

[@boxoffisa]

They left lights on and battery took that personal.

[@ianroscoe2750]

Brilliant video Will

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks Ian 😊

[@kevinrichards8119]

Hi Will ,where can I purchase a jump start kit like the one you used ? Cheers

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Heyy Kevin, it's here amzn.to/3qIZ8pO

[@gavinrussell1338]

Nice funny video will 👌🤣

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks 😅

[@mrlangdon2379]

Will you need one of those battery operated electric fly bats, a good addition for any camper👍

[@WillsWhereabouts]

I really do don’t I

[@yogeshbhurtel8324]

This was so fukin hilarious to watch

[@craigfraser9102]

Cracking vlog, cracking car, seeing the midges made me all itchy

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Hah thanks Craig and sorry for making you itchy 😂

[@allseeing357]

Brilliant things. Have a 2008 2.4 thats got a full rear kitchen and pop top conversion and honestly Im not sure if Ill ever let go of it. They really do lend themselves so well to conversions, as being a luxury minivan they inherrently have a luxury feel and refinement you dont find in your typical panel van conversion (unless you spend megabucks on a new Transporter). They also drive really nicely.

[@WillsWhereabouts]

100% agree, a great little camper that really does have that luxury vibe and feeling to it

[@brianna451]

The bugs annoying you was so funny to me 😂😂

[@WillsWhereabouts]

😂😂