PROBLEMS WITH OUR VAN BEGIN - VAN LIFE FRANCE to VAN LIFE UK

[@garymcintyre]

Loving the outakes brilliant idea great video again guys thanks

[@christinecatrambone964]

I am having trouble enjoying this knowing what is comming😮😮….that’s life right…enjoy every moment😘My husband Always says… It’s not what happens in life it’s what happens next. You have been so positive and hopeful throughout best of luck with Vinny

[@theexPAWers]

Thanks Christine, it’s all part of the adventure so not to worry, we’re all ok (except for the van😅) so that’s the main thing, everything will be alright in the end🤞

[@ukwanders2518]

really love how the elderly french gentleman was watching sarah doing the mechanics, really hope you have managed to solve your axle problem, sending best wishes

[@theexPAWers]

Thanks so much x

[@smartchip]

Sarah " doing" the mechanics, maybe that's behind a pay wall,

[@ProserpinePomegranate]

The silliness of you two makes me laugh,the conker fight speeded up was hilarious. I thought it was sweet the little clips of Charlie and Dizee gently shutting their eyes and dozing off,so cute. Safe journey to you all to the not very sunny UK.x

[@paulhorton5594]

I was having a debate with my wife about our favourite Van lifers, yes it’s you two keep up the brilliant videos you put out here on youtube .

[@captaindave47]

France is just so amazing for vanlife, I love it and the entire country is so welcoming. Loving the journey.

[@theexPAWers]

Thankyou so much ❤️ x

[@hgglass8905]

So agree

[@samh1611]

Loving your video again this week and loved the old chap watching you doing your van mechanics. Well done Sarah! Love you both you're always happy and having a giggle whatever happens 👍♥️🐕🐕

[@theexPAWers]

awwwww, Thankyou Samantha ☺️☺️xx

[@ariane1444]

Yes, the old man wearing 'bleu' suit, it's vintage 🙂, a traditionnel country man who desepear. Maybe he does not understand why is Sarah works on van, he's funny.

[@samh1611]

@@ariane1444 I love that he is interested in what the expawers are doing🥰

[@bigredlancer]

Was just going to mention the older gentleman!

[@gordona2820]

@@ariane1444 I thought he was in his jimjams ...

[@adogtooandyjenny9628]

Hi to you both , it’s always a real treat to watching you both doing what you do best, travel and share wonderful places with us all!! Go go girl power Sarah on fixing Vinnie you have got the right touch 😘 Nick love the conkers and table tennis championships your so funny you do deserve a medal 🥇Hope the repairs are going in your favour and keeping all crossed that your back on track very soon, take care all of you 😊 sending much love ❤❤ Keep safe xx Andy & Jenny M xx

[@theexPAWers]

Thankyou so much guys❤️ x

[@waiheketranscend]

Thats fascinating! As a kid growing up in 1960s australia & reading english kids books, i always wondered about these "conkers" & what they were & how the game was played. Fabulous to see real conkers & the game in real life action. 😂🤣👌😁

[@cathywarriner]

Great video guys, loved the background music so relaxing while watching the scenery. I loved the bloopers, especially the last one 😂😂😂

[@kimhorton6109]

I was in the Marines from Jan’68 to Oct 71. Started of at Cherry Point in nC and got sent to Pendleton in CA. Th base Public Affairs office was in an old brig on the main road. We had a great little ping pong table In the office. Great fun and we came together over that Table Tennis table.

[@pamelaselway6669]

I really miss our van when I see you stop in those beautiful French villages. So motorhome friendly. We never did tolls and stopped at Aires all the time to visit the little towns and took ages to get to Spain. Cave houses are also called troglodytes in France.

[@hgglass8905]

Yes we never use tolls or motorwqy always go to little towns so pretty and friendly people and fantastic Aires .wish the UK would do this. France Spain both beautiful.we are in our motorhome in Romania at the moment. Beautiful buildings

[@annesia3794]

I just love you guys, Irie, peace and blessings 💙💚💛

[@sunnyrockvictor373]

I’m only 7 mins in and filming ,music ,drone footage is brilliant guys

[@kimnicholls2384]

Hi guys Wow what a lovely place you found in France to stay. Absolutely great Glad doggies were finally ok at the vets bless them Love ya car repair job Sarah. Hope all is well with vinnie and he is on the mend and you are with your families at last Stay safe Love Kim x x

[@mikedevere]

Unbelievable! i knew i recognised that first park up - and your reactions were the same as ours too - they're amazing and yet they seem to be around just about every corner!! Great video, thanks guys ;-)

[@Kermit-Si]

Wow, another great watch, I love Thursday evenings. Your route through Spain and France looked wonderful, I'd love to see it on a map. Thanks guys xx

[@theexPAWers]

Thanks Simon xx

[@deeneil1150]

Hi, you both seem really nice and genuine people, love, love, love Yr videos!!! Can't wait to see you where you end up next

[@lulumiller1104]

🇬🇧🦋really enjoying you both taking us to UK ... some beautiful park ups .. it’s amazing what you can see once of beaten track , loved seeing Charlie and ditzy.take care keep safe especially near Chanel tunnel love hugs lulu and Paul xx🦋🇬🇧

[@julibeswick-valentine3690]

I love the route you have taken through France. It beats the toll roads hands down.

[@theexPAWers]

It sure does! Thanks so much for watching..😁

[@patbloomfield888]

After all the trouble with your van,have you ever thought of replacing, with slightly newer van. Cos I think that I would, ihave found in the past one large repair has lead another o e a few months later on.

[@clive6267]

The word is “finicky”. Love your videos guys. Warm wishes from New Zealand.

[@binhngo4964]

Great handling skills from you both. Sarah with the mechanics and conkers and Nick with the table tennis lol your the best keep us entertained 😆

[@theexPAWers]

awwwww, Thankyou☺️☺️xx

[@harriethunter8910]

Fantastic scenery. Thanks for posting such a wonderful video Nick and Sarah.

[@tubularap]

6:50 - I used to watch the Tour de France for its beautiful bird's eye views of the French landscapes. The sceneries you present are breathtaking gorgeous. You are outdoing yourselves with your camera work, and we got a sporty filmed table tennis-match too.

[@theexPAWers]

awwwww, Thankyou☺️☺️xx

[@pauljackson1419]

We stayed at the park-up in Turquant last month. If you return take a walk on the marked route above the village through the vineyards. We learnt how mushrooms were grown all year round in the caves below the vineyards!

[@viobri4043]

Thank you so much for your videos ! Always so positive and fun. It is also nice to see that there are so many nice free spots to stop overnight in France and Spain. I hope Viny is better (I did watch last week’s video 😢)

[@bonniejackson1321]

Appreciate that you're not always flogging stuff...wears thin on some of the overlander sites.

[@suebt8794]

I just love the old world charm of France

[@strawberryroad1347]

The upside about older cars, are the space in the engine, making it possible to fix things yourself. Newer cars, you gotta lift the whole engine out, just to change a light bulb... 😜

[@megkennedy8888]

Dan and mazzy would need a talk with yous there going to Spain god love them love watching yous im 72 and love visiting all those lovely places yous visit xxxxx

[@MrBlaugeist]

Air filter housing support bracket , smashed by Sarah 😄 that engine is bomb proof it just needs care and some regular maintenance, great work Sarah

[@waywed]

My goodness, you guys are good at table tennis. Nick is surprisingly active for his........um...um.... all things considered (gulp) 😀.

[@theexPAWers]

Hahahhaha.. What you trying to say!? 😂

[@ReclinerBabe]

ALL THINGS CONSIDERED indeed....he looks and acts like a a randy teenager to me. What say you, Sarah? Me and mine are both 90 years old. Must admit....our ping pong games suffer accordingly. Can still hold our own with a round of Gin Rummy, tho. Heres to Love, Life and Van travel! Was I ever forgiven for voting for Vinnie's retirement? *Recliner Babe"

[@TheFairestMan]

Them houses in the cliffs looked great .. Good luck on your travels

[@theexPAWers]

Thanks so much for watching..😁

[@TheFairestMan]

@@theexPAWers watched every video since you were on the coast in Spain.. might be about 3 years

[@annmarielamb7748]

I soooo want to go on that route and will now look it up. Those couple towns are fantastic finds. Great video guys.... sorry about van issues.

[@theexPAWers]

Thankyou so much ❤️ x

[@ralphhesp]

My father-in-law always said, get south of the Loire if you want good weather. It’s a very exact science by the looks of things

[@andrewplunkett4055]

On long journeys my family plays a game - the first person to see some hay yells "HEY", then we look for a dam and yell "DAMN", then public toilets and yell "CRAP". This game can take ages, or no time at all. We are pretty competitive lol

[@jeffm1971]

Just subscribed today, Really loving the adventures so far, and your 2 dogs are so adorable, best wishes from Liverpool.

[@theexPAWers]

Hello Jeff! Thankyou so much and welcome to our channel xx

[@lindataylor6093]

Love Turquant, we cycled from Saumur. Beautiful area. You are both so funny x

[@faithrada]

Thank You guys.. again & again... for opening up my world to delightful places I never would have known existed. Of Serious Travel always holds unexpected challenges... but then we solve those issue, re-gather our forces, and allow life to unfold...as it must... one day at a time. Please know that you are cared for and appreciated. Thanks for sharing your Light. 😘🤗

[@theexPAWers]

awwwww, Thankyou Faith.. We as always really appreciate your kind words ☺️☺️xx

[@debbiemoreton2372]

Beautiful! Your drone shots are awesome. If I were a duck... Me too!

[@theexPAWers]

😊😊

[@zadokwest]

Would be great to see more lazy french villages o your way back. Easy and laidback . Good luck wiyh the van.

[@bevtrue6937]

Sooo beautiful there. I KNEW I wanted to go to France. Bummer, i never did. Guess you have to do it for me. I contacted the youtubers called Tread The Globe. They got parts sent from the U.K. where they are from, to CANADA where they are travelling but broken down. I explained your predicament to them and they replied that they had contacted YOU giving you the parts place info because i told them about you and that you were broken down. How nice! and they don't even know any of us!! I am not even subscribed to them. Guess i should though. Hugs.

[@paulyoung6165]

Hi Nick Sarah and Doggies , Great Video and you found some free Park ups and look Really nice , France is sounding a Great Place to Tour , i Hope You Are Having GOOD LUCK sorting Vinnie out , Thanks For sharing ,Take Care All . xxxx

[@jasonthomas5925]

Love the table tennis slow mo Nick 👍😂x

[@wyldchyld1166]

I absolutely love watching your videos! Especially the bloopers at the end. 🤣🤣

[@sallybethstories.voiceartist]

Beautiful France , love those doggos

[@Lindsay.k3492]

France is so beautiful it’s like going back in time in the little villages, like other comment it’s a shame knowing what’s coming can problems . X

[@TheLvablebird]

Absolutely fantastically beautiful! Thanks for sharing! 👋💖 from New Mexico

[@pamelalambe1356]

Beautiful. And thanks for the smiles.

[@marychristensen7386]

Thanks for taking us back! And I hope the van gets sorted soon!

[@bigredlancer]

It's such fun traveling with you... Thank you for sharing your adventures...

[@terrysandratravelvlogs]

Was expecting an update with the axle problems 🤔 hope you got it sorted?

[@theexPAWers]

Nope, we’re still stranded but are keeping fingers crossed for good news tomorrow 🤞

[@denisscott3073]

Hi nick and Sarah 👋 just us 2saying hi and thanks for this video update 👍 den and sue 🤞🤞🤞 hope you found the parts 👍👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🚌🚌🚌

[@susanmusgrave7885]

Loved this, stayed at Verteuil sur Charente a few years back sadly not such good weather as you had but at that time I seem to remember you could get electricity by phoning the Mairie & a chap would come & plug you in for a couple of euros, so friendly & we'll set up for motorhomes! Except for the bridge not being paw friendly 🐾 🐾 Tried to stop at Montreuil on the way home this summer but the town was shut off for celebrations Bastille Day which seemed to go on all week everywhere bit like Nov 5 here with all the fireworks which I love but senior dog hates 🎆 so a few noisy & barky evenings! Thanks for bringing back happy memories driving through France, can't wait to get back again. Hope you'll soon be travelling again soon too 🤞 🤞 🤞 for the Vinster! Sue & 🐶 🐶

[@andreaamer1183]

Superb camera work snd drone shots. The chateaux roof is beautiful. France should be paying you xxxx awaiting van updates xxx

[@sidgreensides6709]

Bless that van...have you really got a timetable...sad..love Sid.

[@theexPAWers]

?? Sad?? We’ve made plans to see family! What’s sad about that??

[@stevepjackson]

Great Vlog as usual guys, especially nice scenery and music in the first half but I loved it all ❤

[@Talbot_travels]

I loved Sarah’s conker face 😂 very competitive 👍💪

[@jacquelinebell9186]

Great tour through Spain and France on your way to UK, a map would be lovely if possible (maybe on the way back?) Dizzee and Charlie living a good life🐶 what could be better?

[@theexPAWers]

Thanks Jacqueline, ok we’ll try and organise a map soon 😊

[@elizabethsad8023]

Hi loves, such a lovely vlog France So stunning Loire îs beautiful. Am glad you had a lovely journey through it 🏰. Just vexed Poor Vinnie became unwell. Hoping he will be soon put to rights for you 🍀🍀🍀🍀my doggies are the same at the Vets they all just hate it !!! Stay safe warm & hopeful vinnie îs back on the Road soon. Big hugs cuddles also to Dizzie & Charlie xxxx😊

[@philgibbons7108]

A good way to stop the nuts coming off on your bracket is to put another nut on each bolt so it prevents them ever coming off again 👍

[@davemarriott]

Good morning you four, from Derbyshire England 😍. Just having a cup of tea in bed.😍

[@michellenelson7899]

Beautiful amazing view hopefully you are doing well much love

[@drthomason7043]

Seen other vanies spraying then wiping their dishes to conserve water 💦 all the best with fining parts for the 🚚 van

[@andreabalderstone4272]

You have shown us some gorgeous places on this route through France. Thanks for sharing it with us and I hope that you guys are all ok 🙏 x

[@theexPAWers]

❤❤

[@debrandw246]

I so hope there is good news with Vinny. Beautiful video. Stay safe. ❤️

[@theexPAWers]

Thankyou so much Deborah ❤️ x

[@colincr64]

Hi guys another great video a little twist for the game of I Spy play it using French words it’s harder than you think On your way back when you get to the river look up a place called Samaur it’s a great place to explore with umbrellas suspended across the roads upside down it’s fantastic cheers Colin 👍

[@tayfun6652]

Hi. May I ask, that do you have grey water tank or when you wash your dishes where the sink water goes? Because I see a pipe sticking out side of the van. Many people doesn't like campers or vans if they are making mess. Other than that I am enjoying your videos. Take care.

[@patriciadrysdale731]

Great video again guys thanks for the beautiful scenery hope vinney has got sorted now stay safe and take care xxPat

[@lynnearnshaw4346]

Hope you have good news soon ❤️

[@kevmeadows3915]

Really enjoyed the positives from this vlog, as you did love the town with the Chateau that was unfortunately closed. I may have missed it, what was the name of that village please? So beautiful, many thanks. Keep up the good work 👍

[@andrewgarnham3398]

Looks a great route up through France and small problem you fixed safe trip on tunnel 😀

[@alisonwilliams4889]

😂😂😂 You two! Loved this vlog, thank you x

[@user-rq7qw7kf6x]

Every pilot who’s flown in France has heard of Abbeville 👍

[@jackdeangelis6585]

👍👍I like the new intro, good music choice!

[@saitdesigns]

In the Uk not only would you have to pay to stay overnight but because we have very few campsites of all kinds especially open all year ones you have to book so far in advance to get a parking spot it’s impossible…we tried to book a campsite recently in Wales it was a beautiful spot with costal views and I kid you not… for a grassy pitch with electric the earliest I could book was October 2023!!!!!

[@karenolson5556]

Great to See you again!!! Luv you Both!!!

[@markgower4184]

Very entertaining vlog again guys some wicked scenery again Sarah the mechanic to the rescue I'm sure those bolts came lose as a result of vinnies pending back axle problem vibrating them lose as it travels along the prop shaft to the front ,that said I to would like to see or purchase a route map of your journey from your selfs to follow when I venture to France and beyond next year loved the out takes at the end very funny hope all has gone well getting a back axle I'm the UK look forward to next week's vlog doggies look well satisfied take care the gowerz of Portsmouth xx ps your conkers nick lol

[@murdomacinnes6176]

👍👍Great vid guys --- what is the tune that comes in around 16:16 ? ---- a know its not a mix tape review 😊-- just the tune is the kinda vibe i like tae mix wi 😎

[@Lisa-16]

It looks like there are some lovely places in France. ❤️ I hope you are able to get things sorted out with the van soon.

[@bevclements3328]

OMG I just love watching your videos so much, the end bits have just had me laughing so much my cat nearly fell of my lap, thank you I really needed that and I'm looking forward to next week's video already.xx💕

[@sidgreensides6709]

Very entertaining as usual..and brillant..and very educational..Bless you and your little boy,s..keep an coming..

[@theexPAWers]

awwwww, Thankyou☺️☺️xx

[@patscanlan2678]

Love your little mutts.🐕🐕🐕👍

[@turtlegram31656]

I just love you two. So fun to watch

[@theexPAWers]

awwwww, Thankyou☺️☺️xx

[@maymaytrue550]

You two are awesome

[@Tastewithnewdrinks]

Amazing video vlog😍

[@alybridgwater3282]

Awsome blog good filming i wish you luck on finding the part for vinnie

[@theexPAWers]

Thanks so much for watching..😁

[@johnnyseldon6506]

We love you guys Taquants is on our list now thanks 💚🚌

[@theexPAWers]

😊😊

[@anderspettersson7786]

What a lovley video! Just great. I hope your rear axle problems find a solution. I just checked our scrapyards here in Sweden and there are several to be found, just wish I could bring you one...

[@alisonlyons4691]

Aaw great video, such pretty places to visit. Just love the camping spots you find. Bit weird though knowing what's coming up. Im wondering how are you guys getting on. Hope theres good news soon lol Alioban xxxx

[@EunmiDeVere]

You're amazing Sarah - my husband and I really envy your skills 🥰. We're also enjoying van life in France right now 😀

[@Anniestamper]

Nick took the table tennis very seriously but Sarah was even more so playing conkers 😂. Great Vlog, love the Loire and you should try to get to Chinon on the way back, seriously beautiful.

[@peterneal7160]

Village was lovely! Sent you an Email Re Rear Axle! Spring washers on your lil repair will stop nuts loosening! :-)

[@helenhood69]

'Vanwife' looks like River on utube who does a channel on the Royals💅🏾

[@djn1k]

Abbeville been there loads of times 😀 did not know the main town was so beautiful. X

[@jasonwarren36]

😂😂loving the table tennis 🤣😂🤣

[@theexPAWers]

😂😂

[@cyndeeh]

Thank you for sharing! Stay safe! Live the bloopers!

[@theexPAWers]

Thankyou so much ❤️ x

[@nightnurse2543]

Look forward to your videos hope the van problem is getting sorted Thank you for sharing those wonderful French towns 😀Diane

[@geoffcampbell7846]

Brilliant vlog again guys, not long enough for me, but you know best. Made me smile all the way through. So pleased you put the town names on the vlog, otherwise I might never find them. Take care. 👋

[@bigredlancer]

Need roadside repairs? TwinBrits are on the job! And two doggies for entertainment...😊