We Found The Most Dangerous Camping Spots in South of France

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Car camping in our Citroen Berlingo Micro Camper continues, as we encounter lots of crime in this week's van life vlog, in france #CarCamping #France
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[@tommy-trump-1967]

quit being a whoos and buy yourself a couple of meat cleavers , chop chop time for the thieves

[@flossiebear130]

Never had any issues all the years in France. 1. We avoid major cities and high volume tourist areas as this is where most thieves hang out. 2 we use French Passion sites, municipal campsites and aires. If we do use car parks it’s usually in a small village. We never leave the camper in big supermarkets as we have a dog so one stays behind. Now I am not saying with these precautions it’s foolproof but it massively reduces the risk. Plus we meet mainly French motorhomers who have been exceptionally helpful and friendly

[@neil300zx]

Why are you staying in motorway Aires, stay in the village Aires much safer or go to a campsite. Your leaving yourselves wide open to crime staying on the motorway aires

[@ThoseHappyDays]

We learnt the hard way and don't stay in them anymore

[@markpriestley4161]

Can I ask why you didn't do your homework? All motorhomers know you don't stay on motorway aires. The old ruse of gassing vans happened on those aires. Never stay on motorway aires. Always leave the motorway and drive to village aires 20 mins away. Or are you looking for click bait like other youtubers???

[@1606michael]

Cancel that raffle, return the money, keep Morgan

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Aw do we have to? We are having so much fun

[@CheGypsyWay]

😂😂😂​@@ThoseHappyDays

[@CheGypsyWay]

Keep Morgan.. Still your safest option. Small vans an car campers are being robbed all over Europe at the moment.. Really sux! Anyway take care and have a jol!

[@MimiYouyu]

Just go to lovely places

[@paulinehumphreys8780]

We’ve been motor homing for 8 year now and the first thing I read on a forum was not to go on motorway services in France. Thankfully we have not come across any scams etc. in France but in Spain we were woken up by drunks driving onto the aire at 2.30am. They did drive off eventually. This happened twice so we then decided to stay on sites only and felt much safer. The aires in France have all been really good but we prefer sites. I do hope Ibiza is safer for you! ❤

[@Lynwen10]

I would suggest staying in a really nice campsite with loads of facilities for a couple of days, just to have a respite from all those dangers in you are encountering. Look after yourselves. Bless you both.

[@xvsupremacy7190]

Absolutely or Hostels.

[@Coco-mw8tz]

Agreed. Also time to charge up - laundry - showering and a good safe sleep!

[@davesears5855]

Hi guys this is nothing new in France, myself and ex wife travelled in a camper many times across france/Europe and been broken into 3 times. Pronounced Carrc ca sonn beautiful area. By the way DON'T PARK IN AYERS at nite. Be careful of laybys that are out the way , don't get out of your camper if some is flashing their lights because they want you to get out of you car. Your better over near the Alps, be always Very aware. Stay safe guys.

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thanks for the tips

[@soniadownie8749]

Yes Ive been to Carcassonne too, lovely but found it more expensive as it seems to cater for retirees and those with bigger budgets. I took the train close by and stayed in Toulouse a beautiful University City on the river. I loved it there, had a wider age group. I couch surfed with an Italian host and had a really fabulous time as he organised many things for me even a BBQ and out to a jazz bar one night. So Toulouse was a highlight for me. Couch surfing has some really wonderful people as hosts 🙂

[@flossiebear130]

Never had any issues all the years in France. 1. We avoid major cities and high volume tourist areas as this is where most thieves hang out. 2 we use French Passion sites, municipal campsites and aires. If we do use car parks it’s usually in a small village. We never leave the camper in big supermarkets as we have a dog so one stays behind. Now I am not saying with these precautions it’s foolproof but it massively reduces the risk. Plus we meet mainly French motorhomers who have been exceptionally helpful and friendly

[@ollieoyoyoy]

We got robbed while van sleeping on a layby in San Sebastian, Spain about 20 years ago. They smashed in the windows and threatened us with metal bars, lucky no-one was hurt but we could not find anywhere to replace the windows and had to drive back to England. We were dumb to park next to the road at night, use campsites, rural areas or stay out of sight and you will be ok. Stay frosty guys

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Eeek that sounds horrible, sorry to hear that

[@stephenboyd4934]

A friend of mine in the 80's had a left hand drive escort, went too Europe for a trip with another friend. Stayed in a hostel only to wake up with the dash board stolen out of the escort

[@theglamourclub3078]

My grandparents, parents and sister all lived in Spain and when returning to live in the UK spend as much time as they can there. My dad drives down and my mum flies and meets him there. Last year my dad was slammed over the head whilst getting petrol. They used big stones in socks as their weapon. My dad fought them but what a horrible experience.

[@roseharvey2664]

That was brutal. ​@@theglamourclub3078

[@caroleagar6790]

We use aires and a mixture of campsites and have never experienced anything like you have, simply because we use aires in towns never motorway service aires which are notorious for what you have described. Also fill up with fuel in the towns they are much cheaper and safer.

[@ohyeh845]

Yep good advice.

[@celiasnyman2885]

Cannot fault you for being so brave and bold about your choices!!! But, being so invested in your story, I'm really sorry to hear about your woes.😢

[@peterjohnson653]

I hope your experience doesn’t put people off staying at French aires. The “aires” at motorway services are not the same as the nationwide network of aires in villages and towns provided often free by the community and designed to attract visitors in motorhomes and camper vans to spend money in local shops and businesses. There is a lot of misunderstanding because both types are called “aires” but in reality are totally different. Motorway services are fine for taking a rest, using the toilets and having a shower in daytime but are notorious for being unsafe for sleeping in overnight. I wouldn’t risk sleeping at British motorway services either. Proper French aires are fantastic and safe. Some have toilets although showers are very rare. Other good options for cheap or free overnight stays are vineyards, municipal campsites, commercial privately owned aires and the relatively new commercial “camping car parks” which often have facilities, particularly when they have taken over a former municipal campsite.

[@lilymaisie]

I live in France .Lots have changed here over the years -not for the best!Sadly Europe has changed so much ☹Take care ✌💖

[@sharonsegal9784]

Most of Europe! Has alot to do with the so called refugees that are slowly taking over the European continent! Such a screw up from the leadership

[@elora.2.x]

We all know why... But we can't say, I've found the same thing travelling just doesn't feel safe anymore, the vibe has changed 😕

[@risenshine2783]

Yes and you will be accused of being such a bad person for stating the obvious..

[@adiohead]

Totally agree. All being funded by people like Soros.

[@bevfearn9247]

Yes blame Jonny Foreigner - say it with your chest. No evidence just your vibes

[@jonhjfofs5959]

dont use park4night Robbers also use park4night for easy pickings ....

[@peterhamilton356]

What's the alternative

[@amarillasolo5864]

​@@peterhamilton356 all the aires france ( 2 books...one north one south)

[@CarolP-uk]

Before I comment on anything else, I just wanted to say I appreciate the length of your vlogs ! So many vloggers only upload and 20 mins and your longer vlogs give people a real good insight into your travels 👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thank you, we would struggle to wrap it all up in 20mins I think

[@Livewellwithtia]

For those who have been around long enough will know this car camping isn’t your long term plan it’s your temporary solution to still live with freedom whilst Morgan gets sold. Thank you for just showing us all the pros and cons of car camping as I’m thinking of doing a trip this summer in my car and you’ve given me lots of tips. What I love about you both is you’re just up for giving things a go and that is admirable 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@sophiemarcaurele]

I lived in France and Italy for some years, and travelled quite a bit around - but didn't camp nor slept in a vehicle, yet I've heard several stories where thieves would pipe some gas into the targeted vehicle... causing the people inside to pass out. They woke up with horrible headaches, all their belongings gone, one little dog died in one of the incidents, and much worse... some of the women could tell something was done to them during the process 😔 I vowed that I'd only stay in campgrounds if I vanned in France, and would get motion lights/alarms on each side of my rig + a sensitive gas detector inside. Be safe out there! 🙌🏼🫡

[@churchofpos2279]

I have done a lot of van camping in the US. Here's a few tips: do not give money to people. A lot of them of them are checking to see if you have any cash on you. If you give them money, then they know you do have cash and it makes you a high target for being robbed. Hide all electronics- do not leave any charging cables in plain site, and dress like you are poor.. It's tempting to wear nice clothing , ,but it also puts out the message that you have money. I have been mistaken for a homeless person on many occasions, but have never been broken into.

[@nigenorth9663]

I do this in the uk just walking about even my missus thinks Iam homeless and poor

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Don't worry about the scruffy part, got that covered ✔️

[@campervannie5948]

France has about 10000 dedicated motorhome (camping car) aires. I have no idea why you are going to sevice stations which are notorious for crime. The word "aire" just means area, so could you be mistaking service areas for mh aires? The former are very dangerous and the latter are not. I know you're not technically a mh, but I still think you're perectily entitled to use them for car camping. There is an App called Camper Contact which is better for France than Park4Night. Also if you buy your petrol at supermarkets then a) its a lot cheaper and b) you can usually pay at the pump so no-one can clone your card.

[@ThoseHappyDays]

We got cloned at the pay-at-pump...unfortunately that's all we have used so far

[@CraigDavies.]

I remember back in the 90's when Motor Caravan Monthly was full of stories of people getting gassed in their vans and robbed.

[@curleycale8274]

yes, me too.

[@tinysoulwhispers4011]

How scary though guys. I’m an older woman and dream of car camping with my dogs when my kids fly the nest. I’m watching and taking notes. Remember you are still on the learning curve lovelies, don’t let the people telling you you made a mistake drag your enthusiasm away. ❤❤❤

[@mikekaraoke]

The grass isn't always greener, be careful!

[@jpennturner]

We were robbed in the south of France, we had gone for a swim when we got back thieves had taken everything from our car including our clothes! Other people on the camp site were very generous and helpful but spending hours in a French police station in our swimwear was not a good experience.

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Eeek that sounds awful

[@MrRationalist]

Have lived and camped in France for 7 yrs, not one problem because I know motorway aires are a no no, you have so many other options why choose that. I’m glad your scaring people away from this part of the world should hopefully be quieter this summer 😊

[@commuterbranchline8132]

France has changed, Aires can night are dangerous. There is a lot of information freely and readily available on this topic. Please, do your homework and have an abundance of caution on where you park. Take care!

[@geoffhughes453]

Never had any problems in France but like people are saying please stay away from the motorway services at night. Think you've made a mistake getting the car camper..stay safe guys.

[@bumblebee-mygt867]

Micro camping works but not in car. You need a Ford connect LWB with auning. Roof rack with 4 micro CCTV camaras, NO windows and alarm with manual activation. You also need a tracker linked to your mobile and internal CCTV. A small valuables safe welded out of site to the subframe is useful. The British number plate is a magnet. Register your car in France and use a French number plate when in France . Same for Spain . These are little tricks that will help you. Good luck.

[@simonh6371]

Can you register your car in France or Spain without having legal residency? You can't in Austria or Germany.

[@KeyboardWorrier]

Somehow I find it hard to believe “just re register your vehicle in each country you visit “ easy. It’s not like swapping a SimCard for your phone 🙄

[@Sk-ie4qn]

Guys I don’t know if you know but, there’s another you tuber, Ame in a van. Shes from the UK basically lives in her van, wild camping in the south of France. May be worth giving her a message for good and safe camping places. She’s been there a couple of years now I think. Take a care ❤

[@garethclark5489]

yeah her parents do it too…

[@stephenboyd4934]

Amy in a van with 477k subscriptions she's raking it in, some suggest she only stays in the van while filming & actually stays elsewhere, with so many subscribers she can afford too.

[@larsstougaard7097]

Love her channel , sure she got some tips and maybe get a guard dog like her🐶✨️

[@Coco-mw8tz]

She’s brilliant! And this episode shows how brave she is -given your experience. Her parents channel is a good watch too - based in south of France primarily

[@RIHANNON66POE]

And her parents their channel is called midlife van life, I was going to suggest the same thing, her parents got broken into a while ago but they only managed to black the front window and nothing was taken, probably got scared away, ami has had run ins with creepy guys so she now stays nearer to her parents.

[@peterhamilton356]

The plane was a crop sprayer Been touring Europe for a year in a Peugeot partner, bit like yours... Some tips for park ups. Avoid major built up areas and coastal hot spots Un lit car park's Parking with your number plate visible Signs of tyre skid marks or fast food rubbish , yobs. Broken glass , sign of car break ins Great show. Ibiza ? Tricky, your car clearly says camper and the UK plate is a magnet for the law ,I think campsites.

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Yeah we are going to remove the car camper sticker from when it came from. Great tips mate thank you

[@krustykamper]

Good bit of advice there Peter, fully agree with you. yea plane is a crop sprayer, spraying insecticide to try and keep the mozie population down. Krusty

[@carolinehumphrey7882]

Hi, loving following your adventures. I would suggest that while you are in Ibiza, take the time and take a ferry trip over to Formentera. It is the most idyllic island, especially after Ibiza. Endless beaches, delicious food and a very diverse community. Well worth the trip, only about an hour or so by ferry and very safe. It would be such a shame to miss this island when you are so close. 😊

[@bridget9111]

Hi. Your experiences on motor way stops are why we avoid them completely there are lots of other stops for campers next to villages etc. if you return to carcasonne which is well worth it we stopped just outside next door to a campsite in a paid aire with a barrier. It was a nice walk along the Aude to the citadel

[@elora.2.x]

Europe just isn't the same as it was a few years ago, Crime is high all over, Italy seems to be the best location, Stay safe Guys and have fun ❤

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Hope so as heading there soon

[@TheMinimalistTherapist]

​@@ThoseHappyDays My parents are driving through Italy at the moment. They recommend Perguia in Umbria. Beautiful scenery, quiet hilltop towns and amazing castles, passing through the Sagrantino wineyards of Bevagna and Montefalco. ❤

[@JestersDeadUK]

Is is because Europe is overrun with immigration?

[@stephenhardy6116]

I travel to the South of France 30 years ago living in a land rover was broken into had a car stolen and 2000 pounds withdrawn and had no money for weeks whe bank was sorting it out..no food nor petrol for weeks.. In Bilbo woke to gun shots and bullets hitting the land rover.. So not sure about how it use to be safer than it is now..

[@MatthewJBD]

And if you say the reason why, you'll be called a racist.

[@risenshine2783]

The worst thing that can happen to a beautiful country is to let values and basic standards of life fall into crime. I hope we in Europe can get to grips with this. Europe has let go of its Christian heritage and where there is a vacuum, all sorts of unpleasantness floods in. I love other beliefs and cultures btw its just that Europe is Christian…

[@josimpson7999]

Totally agree. Europe is certainly not what it used to be, all very sad.

[@michaell6580]

I agree the police and judicial systems must enforce the laws and levy punishment and deportations to send a message of deterrence.

[@triciabuckling3385]

Hope you will have better and safer times,unfortunately there’s a lot of dodgy stuff happening in the UK but even more so it seems in areas of Europe,things have changed,take care and I hope you have more Happy travels.

[@theburner58]

Hey guys parking up at a service station in France is a big no no i thought you would of found that out beforehand. We are frequent France travellers in our motorhome and up till now have never had any bother with break ins or trouble of any kind. Go up to the ile de re or ile de Oleron it's much safer around there and beautiful. 🙏🏼👌

[@K-Peace-On]

Europe isn’t as safe as it used to be, always make sure the wheel brace is within reach in case you suddenly get a flat tyre and a couple of baseball bats to keep you fit, better to have and not need than to need and not have and get a few cans of deep heat in case you pull a muscle while using the bats for some reason it burns the eyes and doesn’t taste great either, so make sure you spray in the right direction. Be safe and enjoy your travels.💚

[@ronwebster4764]

Just remembered (flashbacks) when we got to our site we came accross a Belgium chap with a broken nose etc which happened while he was sleeping but not fully gassed. Be very very cautious, good luck 🍀❤️

[@rebekajah]

Carcassonne is legendary! Make sure to pick up a copy of the famous board game when you go back 🙂

[@24caratgoldies17]

We wild camped in a vineyard for a week with no problems at all. It was on the border with Spain the closest town was called Argeles sur Mer. I think your choice of micro camper sets you apart from all the other campervan channels hats off to you for being different.

[@deebee.14]

There’s a lot of negative comments. Get Morgen back. Sell your car camper, you’ve made a big mistake. OMG people, they are having a time of their lives. Yes, downsizing is challenging but Liam and Janine are doing this for different adventures, they have got this in the bag, and I’m sure once they have done what they want to do, they will go onto something else when its time to move on. ❤

[@ThoseHappyDays]

🙏💃✨️🚗

[@LeeLeesAdventures]

Well guys it was very disheartening seeing just how many scammers are now targeting traveler's, and the car crime. But looking at that last park up on Spain's border was amazing. Respect to you both for sticking with it. Cant wait to see Barcelona . Stay safe guys

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thank you 👌

[@tinysoulwhispers4011]

All of those great moments, breakfasts overlooking the mountains, the fairy castle in the rain….. all worth it as you ride the learning curve. ❤

[@ThoseHappyDays]

So true!

[@caru547]

I love that you are both so positive! Ibiza next - how exciting. Keep safe, happy and well! 🇪🇸🇬🇧 xx

[@richardday6368]

Stay away from sites on motorways. You're better off going to small towns. Find the Marie and stay there. The mayor is basically the police and they should be much safer and quieter. Normally there's a toilette. Just as another heads up, some of aires are gay hook up sites. I had a friend who was propositioned with his son who were on a treasure hunt. I live in france.

[@ronwebster4764]

We stopped on an aires

[@jackofalltrades1206]

Sorry guys but you are either not reading or not taking heed of the comments on your video’s. You are being warned time and again, that you should not stay over night on motorway Aires. Use the app’s to find free aires in towns and villages. Motorway service areas or aires are renowned for being unsafe parkups.

[@MotorhomeTrio]

@@jackofalltrades1206 Agree… I don’t know why they can’t seem to grasp this. Europe is full of excellent camping car Aires, they don’t seem to be able to differentiate between roadside rest aires and proper camping aires, we’ve been using proper camping car Aires for many years without a single issue, they need to learn fast or they will continue to have these issues, good for clickbait titles and views though isn’t it 🤔

[@ellenfaulkner1151]

Yes much safer in the small villages. People have been warned for years

[@Paul2377]

Please don’t be homophobic. Not all gay people do that kind of thing!

[@Adam-if3zd]

Avoid any area of france with a high north african population. Over 50% of prisoners in french prisons are north african and middle eastern

[@michaell6580]

As a USA tourist in Europe, I follow this advice and am especially weary of Islamic districts. The Palestinian flags are dead giveaways that Americans are not welcome and we know to boogie away fast.

[@micro_adVANtures]

I’m full time in my Peugeot Expert (not much bigger than yours), and could not imagine sharing that minimal space with a significant other - don’t know how you keep your sanity.

[@ThoseHappyDays]

It's bringing us closer for sure haha

[@user-rq6qh2zn8q]

Sorry guys I thought everybody in the camping world knew not to stay on busy aires. They have always been dangerous places to stay for years. My wife and I have given up our motorhomes now after 30 years of use. We have travelled all over france and only had two minor issues involving noise and drunkenness . We would always look to see where french motorhomes parked up for the night and stay with them. Or used the aires in villages. Years ago it was found that foreign lorry drivers were breaking into campervans and caravans on motorway aires. 30 years ago there were not the amount of migrants all over france that there are now. Also in those day you could pull up outside a Marie and stay for one night, I dont know if that is possible now. Personally I think it was a mistake to go from Morgan to car camplng because you will always be comparing the two units with only one winner. But good luck for the future, and stay safe.

[@wanderingwynchs]

Guys. Never stay in motorway aires. Aire de services are known for crime. Stay in village and town aire de camping cars!

[@user-yh5gn8ct1o]

Hi guys just been watching your video. It’s been known for years that service station aires in France & Spain are not safe. Most towns and villages away from the motorways have aires that are perfectly safe and mostly free. Please don’t be put off by aires just avoid service stations at all costs. There have been instances where people have been gassed and wake in the morning to find they have been robbed. Good luck with your travels.

[@lisah.5559]

Praying for some better luck for u. Safe travels ❤

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thank you 🙏

[@helengregor8589]

France, it's done nothing but rain n cold, halfway through the year almost n no summer yet.

[@jacquelinestravels]

Loved the video as always. Thankyou for sharing about the dodgy side of car camping too. It makes other travellers aware. Thumbs up , have fun, can’t wait for the next video. Xx

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thank you, its definitely important to share the reality 😊

[@francescacounselling]

I love your videos ❤ as someone who’s purchasing a van and planning a big trip to continental Europe for my 40th, it’s a good reminder that caution is best exercised all the time, without fear being the only motivator to the choices we make 🙏

[@Mel.H_]

That beach was epic! Glad y'all are safe❤❤❤

[@user-yj5wh5cb7o]

how wonderous that you can just change tack and divert to Ibiza, freedom indeed. Really looking forward to that trip x

[@user-yj5wh5cb7o]

Also might be worth investing in a dashcam

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Got one

[@rgeo2024]

Stick with it guys, stay safe and positive 😊

[@sandrapeel4667]

Enjoying your new adventures in your wee camper!!

[@maddi3582]

Back in the early 1970's, on holiday in France with family and a trailer tent, we'd parked in a car park to do some shopping, get a bite to eat. My dad was pulled to one side by a guy who'd been robbed/lost his passport-travellers cheques etc, and could my dad help him and his family out... some scams never change, it seems!! I'm loving your journey, seeing you tweek things to get comfortable and still focusing on the great stuff.

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thank you yeah scamss have been going on and will go on for time

[@Ch-wk7zc]

Spot on video , take care guys. Enjoyed todays visit. See you next week❤

[@kayleighVVA]

How scary! Stay safe guys.

[@bevholton8905]

Thanks guys another great adventure on the go , please be safe xx

[@ThoseHappyDays]

🙏🚗💃

[@richardpickering2452]

Run out of petrol scam was big even 25 years ago when i used to truck UK to Spain.

[@victhevegan6564]

Hey Guys, forever the adventurers! Heard a story of someone with a camper van who was robbed whist sleeping in their van by having a sleeping gas piped in through a vent to knock them out, frightening, that was in Spain. keep safe my friends, love you both x

[@exploringavenues2269]

I toured Majorca in my Berlingo camper a year or 2 ago for a month and didn't have any problem with the police. With the scammers, you have had more problems in a few days than I had in 4 years of travelling Europe :-0

[@Paddy_Roche]

Great stuff guys, cannot wait for Ibiza! enjoy xxx

[@HolyFreakinDragonSlayer]

Please stay safe guys, all the bes!

[@doreenjackson7287]

So pleased things are looking more positive at the moment . Looking forward to your future adventures , please stay safe take care , like you can’t believe what’s happening around the world with crime . ♥️♥️

[@EmmaDailly]

How exciting, can't wait to see Ibiza! You should come to Fuerteventura in The Canaries, lots of safe & stunning places to camp. Xx

[@chillwithsage]

Great channel. This video is invaluable❗️We’re heading to France when our van is built. Thank you so much for sharing. I wish you guys the best of luck. Stay safe. ❤

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Glad it helped

[@jonhjfofs5959]

I do alot of traveling through EU .... I get right off the motorway when stopping overnight there are much better /smaller aires /places to stop in country villages . I travel off motorways altogether when i can + better fuel prices . Dont park in busy areas. Stay away from Towns /Cities. Take all your expensive items with you when leaving your van. You will more than likely suffer a smash & Grab at some point. Coastal built up areas Spain & Portugal really bad. + You need to get back into a bigger van unless you are thinking of jetting off somewhere warmer for the winter months Best of Luck !

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Good tips thanks

[@joyatkinson6529]

Thank you for sharing your experiences and good luck for the next lot! 😁🥰

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thank you!! 😊

[@ws5993]

As always amazing video and music. Your optimism and perseverance will always see you through. Xx

[@ThoseHappyDays]

✨️🚗💃

[@A-Nobody]

A master stroke from Liam & Janine getting this car camper. Refreshing content, great adventures. If anyone can, they can.

[@mikekaraoke]

A master stroke, a very stupid idea more like!

[@kimdallas9454]

Pepper spray is allowed in Europe...just saying!

[@beemawootton7947]

That Yellow plane was probably a ag sprayer as the was wet land over the otherside. So they could have been spraying to curb the mozzies.. Safe travels

[@Galloping-Grandma]

Little suggestion guys, buy a few tins of that really cheap hairspray u can get, the stuff that’s super sticky. Now dot them around the car in easy to reach places. Should an attacker gain entry to the car during the night, a can grabbed and sprayed in their face may be that few extra seconds u need to get away. One sprays, one drives. Plus and this is a positive or negative depending on ur point of view lol hairspray won’t cause lasting damage to said attacker 🤷‍♀️ Stay safe ❤

[@R1davies]

This is such a great video.. you will look back in this and smile...give it a few days

[@user-ii8ok1mu9e]

Be super vigilant and you guys will be ok, looking forward to the next video always a pleasure to watch your guys x

[@user-ye1ym4sf9v]

It’s well known that you don’t sleep at motorway service aires they are totally different to the camping car aires which we’ve always found great and very safe, but of course they rarely have facilities. I’m sorry you’ve had a bad experience, hopefully you’ll find some better spots to stay

[@mariadange06]

Marseille area is known for being dodgy, it's not the French Riviera & Cote D'Azur ;)

[@Antmadmanda]

Motorway Aires been a problem for years. We’ve been visiting for over 30 years, first with caravan, now with campervan. Lots of crime in the South of France, particularly around the port areas. We were going to Spain one year, about 12 years ago, by car. Another car tried to flag us down near the border, pointing at the front of our car. My husband (ex drugs DC, who actually travelled to various areas of France on a case) knew not to stop. Marseilles area is particularly bad. Very scary. We prefer rural France, Italy, and Europe in general these days. If you want beaches try the West coast of France.

[@rawlyroo5975]

Adventures like this are priceless

[@starlight8298]

“ 3m security tint” ( even though your tinted already ) for windows , stops windows smashing into your car , glass still brakes but stays in place ,keeping out the weather , halting snatch and grabs . Cars are vonourable !

[@claudiacockerill226]

❤I’m so glad you are safe and appreciating all the best moments. Sleeping well is always a gift. The beach and learning new meal short cuts is most excellent. Enjoy Life and stay mindfully safe! 💝

[@GazHogan]

Take care guys x

[@marinakaplais]

Take care lovely ones…..enjoy your trip. Looking forward to Ibiza

[@sallyannlidtka7290]

Brilliant , stay Safe and enjoy, looking forward to the next episode 😂

[@lizashling2786]

Love your videos and positivity. I am travelling vicariously through watching them! Still not sure about the car camping though - especially after Morgan

[@fromtheblonx]

You guys rock! I'm a very big believer in things working out just as they should. If you hadn’t had those experiences you wouldn't have been where you were that morning at the foothills of The Pyrenees 🥰And Liam, like you said at the end, the challenges we endure make the everyday seem magical🙏Keep on keeping on in the wonderful Bobbie and stay positive. Life is hard, however we choose to live it. Choose your hard right?😊

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Lve your attitude, we share the same views 👌💜

[@fromtheblonx]

@@ThoseHappyDays 💚

[@cosmicorphan]

Sorry to hear about the high level of crime in Southern France. Glad you're both safe. Loved the kitty village with all those beautiful cats. So nice to hear you'll make it to Ibiza. By the way, you outdid yourselves with that Pyrenees drone shot with that amazing song, gave me chills...

[@ThoseHappyDays]

🙌🙌🙌

[@LIN-wt8dk]

I was beginning to wonder where you both were! Stay safe and enjoy!

[@sallydacre438]

Glad you're such positive people. I travelled on my own in my campervan for 3 months last summer and nothing bad happened. Just bad luck. Enjoy Ibiza ❤x

[@TheMinimalistTherapist]

Interesting to see the comments declaring car camping life as a disaster or a mistake and that Liam and Janine should go back to Morgan or buy another van or whatever. I wonder why people want something else for Liam and Janine than they want for themselves? They are autonomous adults and they've made an informed decision to thank Morgan for that season of their lives and send him off to a new life while they start a new chapter in theirs. If Liam and Janine seem to feel any mistakes made along the way are simply learning opportunities, then I respect them for having such an inspiring growth mindset. The thing I love about this channel is witnessing the bravery L&J have to try living *differently*, out from under the bell shaped curve, in the pursuit of freedom. It's good to understand what challenges get thrown their way as a result, I'm so glad they are authentically sharing them rather than curating some kind of KZbin illusion. But despite the challenges the rewards are clearly HUGE. Waking up and making a coffee with the sun coming up over the beautiful mountain views? Yes please. Driving onto a beach and soaking up the warmth? Yes from me. The ability to think "this weather isn't working for us, let's head where its warmer"? Yes please. Taking up opportunities to go places they couldnt have taken Morgan? Here for it. Sometimes doing what feels right in life isn't the same as doing what feels easy. Isn't that how we grow? To me Liam and Janine are embracing what it means to truly LIVE, without attachments to possessions or to set outcomes. But I wonder if some people find that a little confronting to their values when they look at it through their traditional non-nomadic lens? Really enjoying seeing all the different responses to this video. Thank you everyone for sharing your opinions ❤.

[@akaPixelChick]

Well said!

[@dobbiessock1050]

after listening to what has happened to you two and the comments below, even if I had a motorhome I wouldn't want to visit the areas you have been to. I hope that the next leg of your journey and adventures turns out to be safe, relaxing and enjoyable.

[@sherryfisher]

So looking forward to watching your trip to Ibiza. I went there 40 years ago, when in my 20’s and had a great time in San Antonio. Wishing you safe travels xxx

[@user-zw7ox9jd7f]

Good morning, I have lived on the French Riviera for quite a few years (I am English), unfortunately, you have to be very, very careful where you spend the night, delinquency is catastrophic in France. Many camper vans are robbed in rest areas along the highway. I recommend that you equip yourself with a small tear gas bomb even if it is not very legal... if you are heading to the French Riviera, I know a place where you could spend the night or several nights in complete peace. It's very quiet, it's magnificent, it's in a small ski resort where I've lived for 8 years = 0 crime. If you pass by, don't hesitate to come see me...👍

[@pNred2567]

Hi Guy's, good too see you're new vid. Looking forward to seeing the video and to see whats happened and where you are 😮‍💨

[@ThoseHappyDays]

👌👌

[@pNred2567]

Bloody nutcases out there, take care and I suppose it's all part of your experiences.... Never the less enjoy all the highs and lows,its your chosen path.. We're watching and sending you ❤ light and protection as you go forward, ❤'in it so far 🍷🍻🍺

[@neilfoulks5521]

Great video, guys! Cheers for the heads up on the dodginess of Southern France. I've tried sleeping on the beach in Ibiza - it's dodgy as fook, cos the guys selling you them dodgy shades in the bars are the same ones who'll rob you (without violence) while you sleep on the beach. So my friend and I stayed in hotels out of season. This was in May 2016 and we didn't pay more than €25 each a night. It's almost always cheaper if you just rock up to the front desk of the hotel. I love travel soooo much, and watching you two learning as you go is an inspiration to many. I used to do it (making vids etc), but now I just can't be arsed!! Looking forward to seeing your Ibiza escapades! Big love from the @partyphoto1😜

[@johnbellamy6449]

Thank you both for a really interesting video . I enjoyed every bit of it . Ibiza was our very 1st holiday abroad in about 1983 . the locals were so sweet natured and I feel sure you will really feel safe there , unless it has changed since then . look towards your next installment with excitement . best wishes . enjoy it all .

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Ibiza is FAB! Can't wait to show you the videos

[@heatherbrown8841]

Shame you had some bad luck hopefully things will improve stay safe ❤

[@jillianwhite4601]

Thanks for another great week. Stay safe ❤

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thank you too

[@favorite602]

Morning, I hope this finds you feeling safe and rested. You should not roll up your sleeping bag after you get out of them. Turn them inside out to get moisture out of them and let them air dry and get sun to kill any bugs.

[@Yvonneb_]

Great video as always. Sorry you had bad things happen hopefully it doesn't happen again x x

[@71JediKnight]

Money cannot buy the experiences you two are having. What a view to wake up and start the day to...stunning! In life, Ive found you have to take the rough with the smooth, that way you appreciate the good things more! Safe journey to Ibitha

[@travellingyoginikas]

An AMAZINGLY SUPERB vlog. The scene settings, that beach, thst crazy low flying drone and all that upbeat positivity. You are certainly not in the wrong for car camping, its the awful scammers and thieves who are in the wrong. You managed the difficulties really well. And in life ya need to take risks. Otherwsie life is not an adventure. Keep living as you wish and keep the adventures coming Namaste and Blessings Kas ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thank you Kas 🙏💃🚗