OXFORD VLOG! 🎄 Blenheim Palace Christmas Lights Trail, Lush Haul & Westgate Shopping

Welcome back, chums! Benji and I went to Oxford last weekend, stayed in a local boutique hotel and visited Blenheim Palace for the Christmas Lights Trail. We had a great time, and recognise how lucky we are to have had the chance to travel a bit further out than home. We stopped by Westgate Shopping Centre, ate brunch at The Breakfast Club, and stopped by Lush to pick up some Christmas bath & body favourites! Enjoy, Brogan & Benji x
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[@brogantatexo]

Thanks for watching m'loves! Sending so much love to all of you xx

[@terryj.monero9337]

So lucky youtube is free and I am fortunate to have access to videos like this.

[@garyc]

Poor Benji. I’ve had that haircut. Not by choice either! The rainbow was beautiful! Thank you so much for talking about my Acoustic Christmas EP. I’m glad you enjoyed it. The lights looked just as pretty as your Instagram pictures! x

[@brogantatexo]

Thanks Gary! x

[@ItsAMYOmg]

So excited to watch this!! Born and raised in Oxford so it’s lovely to see someone visiting! X

[@chipsfrisch]

Bless you, Brogan! Your videos are helping me so much to keep going with all my everyday tasks! 😍 You are a really motivating personality 💕 thanks loads ❤️

[@brogantatexo]

Aww thank you Hannah! That's so kind of you. Sending you so much love! xx

[@Casey93x]

Ohhh you don’t know how long I’ve waited for you to do a travel vlog! I love watching yours even if it’s just a little night away, I hope you had a lovely time! Merry Christmas to you, Benj and Bonnie xx

[@DonatellaButt]

All the lights are so magical! 😍😍😍 this made me feel so cosy this morning!! Xxxxx

[@lisaferris6319]

Loved this vlog, almost like old times when we could go places and have nice days out without even thinking about it! Unfortunately I'm still in Tier 3 but hoping the new year brings change 🤞 loved the cheeky lush haul too xx💜

[@matildadaisy153]

This video looks absolutely amazing. I always get so excited when you upload x

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you Milly! x

[@sophieatkins7969]

Absolutely loved watching this vlog! Currently rewatching your vlogs from this year and its so lovely to see how you’ve grown as a person! You seem so happy! Please never stop uploading your vlogs🥰 sending love to you, Benji, and Bonnie x

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you so so much Sophie! Love back! X

[@cameronlantigua]

Oh I loved this! So glad you were able to get away for a little festive evening!

[@brogantatexo]

Thank youuu! x

[@sallyharris3943]

Lovely Vlog near my hometown 🥰 I’m totally with Benji on the coffee situation 🤢 love to see you guys travel again 😊

[@annettestephens7107]

Loved this vlog Brogan so cosy and festive ❤️ We all need some cheer now !!! Thank you both it was magical xxx

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you Richard! xx

[@bethg1586]

Lovely vlog Brogan 🥰 those lights looked amazing, I might have to go next year! Definitely makes you appreciate things much more, so nice for a change of scenery xx

[@brogantatexo]

Definitely!! xx

[@CLAIRE-mv4xl]

I loved this vlog. Awesome music choices too. You can tell you put your everything into your content. I love watching your content. Those Christmas lights were amazing. It looked magical. 🎄 I also love Gary C’s acoustic Christmas songs. Amazing. ☃️🎄🌟

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you so much Claire! We are so grateful to have gone. Me too! x

[@marinamerch]

You guys literally find the CUTEST spots😱😍

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you! x

[@Kathleen_McDermott]

Love this vlog, poor Benji & his new haircut, it has all happened to us including me. The hotel & room that you & Benji stayed at looks really nice. I love a gift shop too & Blenheim Palace Christmas lights trail looks so lovely. Westgate shopping centre looks really nice. Your reaction when you saw Bonnie when you & Benji got home was so cute. :)

[@gabrielleellah]

Let the good times roll is a classic! So nourishing on the skin and doesn't strip it! Your trip looked lovely x

[@brogantatexo]

Yes! It’s a nice gentle exfoliate too! Thank you x

[@19xjemx19]

Eee so glad you vlogged this Brogan. I booked my hotel for this in January and was meant to be there the night you went! Disappointing not to have gone buuut thrilled I got to see what it was like the night I was meant to be there. A big thank you and I’m so glad you two had a wonderful time! What a display they do! Wow wow!!

[@BlogWithNaomi]

Poor Benj 🤣 At least it’ll be grown out for Christmas!

[@brogantatexo]

Hopefully haha!

[@DebbyRyanForever1234]

Omg this video is exactly what I needed today - I always look forward all your vids!!

[@brogantatexo]

I'm so glad! Thank you for watching Allison!

[@beccad1028]

Loved this vlog Brogan! It’s everything I needed 🥰. Living vicariously through you from tier 3 👋🏻 xxx

[@brogantatexo]

Thanks Becca xx

[@madalenamelo6672]

I've missed watching videos of you feeling like it's been a long time since you made a video. I've been reviewing your weekly vlogs I just love it

[@brogantatexo]

Aw thank you, I make videos weekly, sometimes twice a week! We did a 'decorating for christmas' vlog last week if you missed that x

[@madalenamelo6672]

@@brogantatexo Yes I have been following you religiously and I really like your content. You and Benji are a very cute couple I wish you all the best of happiness

[@paulinejohnson4562]

😂😂😂😂. Oh Benji what the hell happened 😂😂😂😂. Made my Sunday morning 😂😂😂😂. Love that you have taken it so well.

[@MISSLEONAJB]

Hiya 🥰 such a lovely vlog - I’m glad you got to get away. Poor Benj with his haircut 😂 it will grow back pretty quickly. I love The Breakfast Club - the food is so so good 😋 xxx

[@brogantatexo]

Thanks Leona xx

[@samdinsley]

Poor Benji! 😭😂 Looked like such a gorgeous trip away! ❤️ Missing things like this so much (tier 3) xxx

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you xx

[@joannewilliams41]

So excited to watch 😃 we live 30 mins from Blenheim and used to pass there every day on the way to work. We have been to the Christmas crafts at Blenheim several times - such a shame it has been cancelled this year. We did the lights a few years ago and it was so so wet 😃 hope it was ok for you - am about to watch. Am intrigued as to where you stayed. There is a new Premier Inn close to Blenheim and the Beefeater restaurant there is great 😃 hope you had fun? I should just watch it now 🤣🤣xxx

[@joannewilliams41]

Aaaah you stayed at The Evenlode on the A40 😃😃xx

[@amymulvenna4690]

Aww I’m so jealous! This looks amazing! I miss weekends away and shopping centres! 😩😭💕

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you, it was so nice! Grateful we had the chance to do this! x

[@Sam4G0d]

Really enjoyed this! Looked like a cute time away :)

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you Sam!! 😊

[@fclss.]

😂😂😂ahh poor benj 🤣 “I’m not a pretty boy anymore🥺” 😂

[@brogantatexo]

Bless him 🥺😂

[@juliecarriker9950]

On Benji, your HAIR!!! 😮😁 It WILL grow though! What a lovely little getaway!!! I'm SO eager to travel somewhere, ANYWHERE, but covid is just SO bad in the US right now!!! 😢 My guess is that we'll be staying home until summer. It's wonderful seeing someone travel though! The Christmas lights were beautiful!!! 🎄🎄🎄 And the shopping looked great too!!! Thanks for sharing your fun weekend!!! Continued love and health from across the pond!!! 💜💜💜

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you Julie. Oh no! Sending you love! Xx

[@claireobrien666]

Oh Benji 🤣. “It will grow .....”. Lovely vlog ❤️🎄

[@brogantatexo]

😬😂 it’s not the worst one he’s had to be fair, but he SO wanted to look fresh hahah x

[@claireobrien666]

@@brogantatexo bless him!! But who hasn’t had a bad hair cut .... #my perm circa 1995.... mmmm 🤣

[@jessfield8225]

I was honestly so happy watching you walk round westgate. My college was the building next to the entrance of the car park so as you can imagine I spent quite a lot of money during my college years shopping in westgate during my lunch breaks 🤣. Feels so surreal seeing you walk round where I live and go every day! Loved the vlog and so happy you enjoyed a night away. Can’t wait to go to Blenheim this Sunday ❤️

[@brogantatexo]

No way! It's such an amazing shopping centre, probably one of my faves actually! Aww shame we didn't bump into you Jess but maybe next time! Have a great time this weekend xx

[@marthamcd1174]

Lovely video and can totality understand the excitement of staying in a hotel .

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you! It was such a treat 🥰

[@aspoonfulofmickey4079]

Your reaction and my reaction to benji’s new haircut were basically the same 😳🤣

[@lucymccarthy5168]

Absolutely loved this vlog! It’s got me ready for our christmassy weekend 🥰 Thank you also for being respectful to the restrictions, it sets a good example (credit where credit’s due and all that!! we’re quick to moan when rules aren’t being followed, haha!) ⭐️ ps you and Benji are goals 🙃

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you so much! That’s kind of you, and such a nice way of thinking about things. Sending love! xx

[@lovelysarah367]

What a lovely festive vlog to watch xxx

[@brogantatexo]

Thanks so much Sarah! xx

[@natasha03.]

wow the Christmas lights were so pretty 😍

[@brogantatexo]

So pretty!

[@fifin7819]

Aww you were in my hometown. Loved the vlog . The westgate is so good. Xx

[@brogantatexo]

Aww yay! We loved it! Thank you xx

[@emilysylviegray]

This might sound a little odd, but when you giggle you really remind me of my sister. I haven't been able to see her in a year and a half as she lives in Holland but it's really comforting being reminded of her laugh! Lovely vlog as usual Brogan 🥰

[@brogantatexo]

Aww! So sorry you're not able to see her right now, but that's so sweet! Thank you! xx

[@toobydude41]

Did not want this to end. I was truly mesmerized by that light display, can't get over it. Excellent camera work..again :) Your smile, and just your overall spirit makes my heart sing. OMG that rainbow. Breath-taking. How is Benji's arm doing? Hopefully better than the haircut LOL joking, I think it looks fine! Fantastic video Brogan. Another favorite of mine on this channel. Sending love to you all. Thinking of everyone in the UK as I know they have begun mass vaccinations. Hoping, praying that the light at the end of the long dark tunnel has gotten a little closer :)

[@brogantatexo]

Aww thank you so much Scott, that's so kind. Benji's arm is doing okay, he has good and bad days with it, and is waiting for physio. That's so kind of you, sending love back! Yes fingers crossed x

[@lynseyfreeman238]

Loved this video, can’t wait to see what you think of the lush curl product, I need something better for my curls!

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you! So far I love them! Will report back x

[@Hef1s]

Loved this vlog! 😍 Your vlogs are my faves. I try to find some positive aspects that this weird time has offered (not so many sadly) and one could be that maybe to appreciate the shorter domestic trips more.🤔 Wish we had as cool places here in Finland as you have in UK. Not many palaces or manors here but a lot of forests, lakeviews and in the wintertime cold weather and snow to be enjoyed just few hours away from the southern areas (sometimes even here)! 😂🛷

[@candicerogalski6801]

This is awesome! The lights are amazing. I wish we had something like that where I live in Regina Canada.

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you!

[@julialuisa23]

This mad new laugh! My boyfriend is exactly the same - he does not drink any hot drinks apart from hot chocolates that are made with the Hotel Choclate velvetiser 😂

[@justjasminexx6667]

Aw, you were on my doorstep. The Evenlode is 10 mins away from where I live. My daughter and I love Westgate, we’re there weekly, when she skates at the ice rink. Glad you had a lovely staycation. 🥰

[@brogantatexo]

It's such a great place! So lovely to have on your doorstep x

[@EmmaBaines]

Thought I recognised that pub! We stopped there randomly last year as we were attending a wedding nearby and had dinner - it was lovely! Looks like you had a fabulous time. The lights looked amazing! x

[@brogantatexo]

No way! It was so good!! Xx

[@clairejohnson3093]

Loved this! So Christmassy! Xx

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you!! 😊

[@shelleyj210]

So jealous of your travels - northern lass in tier 3 here 😫 praying that we get lowered to tier 2 so I can see other people indoors 😅 Also, sorry Benj but I am dying at your haircut. Perfect for a weekend way 😂 Glad you both had a fab time, it looks lovely! Might make it a trip for next year x

[@brogantatexo]

Fingers crossed for you guys! Haha thank you! X

[@Susieb23]

yaaaaaaay! lunch time vlog keeping me going! (in Canada!) x

[@brogantatexo]

Yay! Enjoy! Thanks for watching x

[@bethanlouise2645]

Feel so lucky that Blenheim is just on my doorstep! It's the perfect place for walks

[@brogantatexo]

It’s SO beautiful, wish we could visit more x

[@emmabelcher501]

So cool to see somewhere local to me in your vlog! The Breakfast Club has a secret bar too 😀👍🏻

[@brogantatexo]

No way! Didn't know that haha!

[@fclss.]

I’ve always wanted to visit Blenheim Palace😍 it’s not far from either what a beautiful place 😍😍

[@brogantatexo]

It’s so beautiful inside too if you get the chance! Xx

[@Plister1998]

Poor Benji, but don’t worry my boyfriend had one of those haircuts this week too 😂 x

[@brogantatexo]

Glad he’s not alone 😂 poor boys! Xx

[@brittbecka8552]

I have a undercut( my hairs too thick) and every time I get my hair cut they ask if I want it done. No lol I rather go to a barber or get my boyfriend to do it. He has his own clippers and it's free lol

[@chrishurley1288]

Love the Westgate in Oxford always go when I visit my daughter.

[@brogantatexo]

I was so impressed, such a great shopping area!

[@Avie_89]

The outback mate soap smells so good 😍😍😍😍

[@evebeinguniquebeingme6205]

Ah with here leicester being tier 3 I miss going away living vicariously through your vlog never been to Oxford so how fun it's been a year since I came to explore Bournemouth for the first time now seems crazy! 🙈😂💖

[@sharonmatthews8621]

I remember that movie! Might have to purchase it and watch with my son.

[@brogantatexo]

It was £7.99 on amazon, I didn’t love it but I think Benji enjoyed the nostalgia of it! X

[@biatown1991]

Love the lush haul 😍

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you!! 😊

[@sarahskillin8436]

Looks like a lovely little trip 🙌

[@brogantatexo]

We had a great time x

[@fidelcastro9579]

Lovely work! Oxford is a brilliant weekend. Gutted there will be no ski vlogs. ☹️

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you! Me too, I've been almost every year since I was 8 or 9 years old, thinking of all the ski resorts and chalet teams who rely on their winter seasons, very sad x

[@manogh5844]

Love love love ... Benji is amazing and that hair cut no comment

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you, ahah!

[@ikrobiee]

Hugs for Benji, poor thing. Get it cleaned up and you’ll feel better. Loved the vlog! So pretty.

[@brogantatexo]

He’s getting used to it, it’ll grow so fast again bless him haha! Thank you!

[@paulastapleton7493]

I actually felt quite emotional watching all those gorgeous lights, what a beautiful place, I've so missed not taking my children to festive places, will definitely look into this place for next year. Glad you had a lovely time ❤️ (p.s my teenager said benji's hair looks peng so tell him he's down with the kids 🤣) xx

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you! Xx

[@shellieholmes]

When shopping in Oxford I normally use one of the park and rides as the Westgate car park is expensive if you are going to be there all day. Mowglis which is a few doors down from The Breakfast Club is also really good.

[@brogantatexo]

Ah yes, we only stayed for just over an hour, think it was £4! That's good to know for next time :)

[@MagicalVacationsWithCourtney]

This was awesome!! I think in these times, people need some sort of vacay, within reason, for our mental health! The lights were fabulous!!

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you Courtney, I agree! x

[@KenzieGrlLuvsU]

I remember seeing unaccompanied minors in theaters with my family at Christmas, very nostalgic

[@brogantatexo]

I hadn’t seen it before!

[@jenx89]

Aw wow it looks amazing, so Christmassy and cosy! I'm not a huge fan of lush as the smell is a bit too overpowering for me but im a huge lover of the bodyshop bath bombs/bath bubbles! X

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you so much! Yes I love The Body Shop too! x

[@misscharleyjardinexx]

I’m off to Oxford tomorrow to celebrate my birthday so this will be a great help booked last min so haven’t got tickets to the light show. Really looking forward to going to Oxford however 4 years ago I was celebrating in New York I know which one I’d rather 🤣

[@brogantatexo]

Have a wonderful birthday and trip Charley! 🥰

[@misscharleyjardinexx]

Thank you 🥰 x

[@zahzahkyky]

Poor Benji 🤣 dont worry it will grow back x

[@brogantatexo]

Bless him! Hopefully a bit more before Christmas haha x

[@sarahhendry2951]

Love your vlogs brogan u r amazing and I hope you are well 💖 x

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you so much Sarah! We are well thank you, hope you are too x

[@sarahhendry2951]

@@brogantatexo I am okay x

[@victoriasirois6504]

I’ve been loving the Happiest Season Christmas movie soundtrack. Have to check out Garry’s music though! 🎶 🎶 🎶

[@readingandrambles]

Wow how beautiful! Looks like you had so much fun. I’m also so glad I’m not the only one who occasionally has a bra in my purse for comfort. Haha!

[@brogantatexo]

It was so lovely! Hahah, it had to be done. I’m not used to wearing one being at home so much 😂

[@ConstantlyCurvyxo]

Been there, in eynsham. Not a fan of the food. My best friend doesnt drink tea or coffee but drinks hot chocolate and monsters haha Oxford is lovely! My brother works and lived in oxford! X

[@brogantatexo]

Oxford really is so pretty! x

[@gplummer73]

Benji’s hair bless x

[@beelou1815]

🎄🎄

[@brogantatexo]

❤️

[@gailcarsten7903]

I'm so glad you had such a nice weekend. However, poor Benji's haircut! I bet the guy who cut his hair was a beginner. Nice to see someone out and about for a change.

[@JennieMichelle96]

I can’t wait for my first break away after lockdown whenever that may be, living through you in this video 😍 looks lovely xx

[@brogantatexo]

Can't wait for you Jennie! Thank you so much! xx

[@natyvee]

Benji's haircut fiasco made me laugh so hard. Im so sorry Benji, but oh what a laugh!

[@brogantatexo]

Bless him! Hahaha x

[@davidarchie2370]

Amazing pup. Merry Christmas. kdag Plymouth UK

[@theoriginalcharlie8574]

So strange to see you in my home town. I live 5 mins away from The Evenlode. Looks nice in there, they've recently had a refurb. Blenheim is great, however this year I think they did it on a budget, as it's been a lot better in the past.

[@kcesca]

Blenheim did it spur of the moment. They originally cancelled it this year, then a few weeks ago went actually...

[@rachaeljones5767]

saw your instagram pictures and it looked amazing x

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you! X

[@TheQwertyuiop27]

Omg that film is an absolute classic we have the DVD but it’s called Grounded not unaccompanied minors?? 😱

[@TheQwertyuiop27]

Ok I just googled it the UK and Ireland version is called Grounded but the original is Unaccompanied Minors, can’t believe I’ve been watching it for years and never knew that

[@brogantatexo]

Yes! I don't know why it has two different names haha!

[@mydopaminehighs]

My dog has exactly the same favourite toy! He won't put it down and isnt interested in anything else.

[@brogantatexo]

So cute!!

[@Rosie4511]

🥰🌟

[@brogantatexo]

Thanks for watching Rosie x

[@whosallyanyway]

Oooh I feel like your camera has changed? Have you had an upgrade? :)

[@brogantatexo]

Nope! G7X Mark III, but I’m glad you think it’s clear 🥰

[@jackierj]

I’m sorry but I had a good chuckle when I saw Benjis hair! 😂 But like you said it will grow back and trust we all had those bad hair cuts!! Thanks for this vlog! Really enjoyed it💕

[@brogantatexo]

Hahah bless him! We all can relate to that feeling! Thank you Jackie! x

[@bjay4607]

Omg Benji 😂🤣 maybe the barber got his qualifications online over lockdown. Oh well, throw some styling paste in it and you’ll be right!!

[@brogantatexo]

It's not his best haircut bless him haha! x

[@booksandbargains]

Ohh Benj! We all get bad hair cuts now and again!

[@yo-ep5cp]

영상 컨텐츠 가 너무 좋내요💕 💕 너무 재미있게 보고 갑니다🥰🥰🤝🤝 화이팅 하세요 👍👍 I'll always cheer for you.

[@brogantatexo]

Thank you!

[@leannehirst4402]

Oh I’m so jealous, you eating out in a pub, tier 3 living is shite. If only Boris didn’t hate the north 😅😂

[@brogantatexo]

I hope things can change soon for you guys!

[@sophieirwin3497]

Oh Benji!! Hope you didn't tip the barber!! At least you don't need another cut for a while!! xxx

[@brogantatexo]

This is true haha!! Xx

[@sarahbream6931]

Yay you did manage to edit it to get it up today. Stopped watching dexter and clicked straight on x

[@brogantatexo]

Yes I did!! Took a little longer than I’d have liked but thanks for bearing with me and being here! Xx

[@sarahbream6931]

@@brogantatexo its the edit that takes the time. Was funny when Benji said he wasn't wearing his bra x

[@sarahbream6931]

Have you watched Virgin River on Netflix i think you're like it x

[@brogantatexo]

We haven’t yet! Will add to the watch list xx

[@sarahbream6931]

@@brogantatexo its so good I watched it all and now I want more lol x

[@shegs1257]

Omg that made me laugh... I hope you didn't pay for that hair cut 🤣🤣🤣.

[@brittbecka8552]

I finally cut my toddlers hair after 19 months. He had chicken fuzzies (baby hairs) and a almost mullet. It was not cute. It's short and I don't need to brush it anymore. He looks so handsome with his shirt hair.

[@brogantatexo]

Oh bless him, I bet he looks gorgeous x

[@brittbecka8552]

@@brogantatexo he looks better with short hair. It's easy to maintain. It would always bother his ears

[@MCR4977]

Oh dear...that haircut! 😬😂

[@elliemay4653]

I agree with Benji, unaccompanied minors is such a good film! Sorry brogan 😂

[@brogantatexo]

Hahah, he loves it 😂