THE REAL REASON WE'RE HERE (hiking the West Highland Way)

[@billyharden9316]

I’m from Scotland and I think you enthusiasm is amazing.👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿💯

[@NesKimStyle]

You two deserve a million followers. Your content is beating every other KZbinr I watch. Absolutely a pleasure thank you

[@vanhallaadventures]

Wow, thank you! We try hard to create these videos every week and often spend 25+ hours to edit 1 video so this means a lot as we don’t make a lot of money on the channel but we just love sharing this space with you ❤️

[@NesKimStyle]

@@vanhallaadventures keep it up …you will one day.

[@JenSwarbrick1966]

I'm so sorry for the loss of your brother, Brian. May your happy memories outweigh your sorrow. This video was wonderful, as always.

[@vanhallaadventures]

Thank you for your support 🙏🏻

[@chandradick]

I have been watching you for a year. I want to walk more. I am living vicariously through you. You are a sweet couple. May you be blessed.

[@vanhallaadventures]

Thank you so much!

[@bigaldo246]

Hi guys, enjoying the videos so much, I wondered why this video was slightly late but seeing the end and the loss of your brother it was a nice touch to his memory.

[@stephannirichards8163]

So sorry for your loss guys xx

[@vanhallaadventures]

thank you 🙏🏻

[@tresannrn8454]

Again, I'm sorry for your loss. Way too young. Thank you for taking us along on your journey. I would love to visit Scotland because my heritage is so strong. Your channel is so lovely and inspiring...TY✌♥️

[@vanhallaadventures]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@HappyKat3100]

Dear sweet you two, receive my condolences as warm and encouraging hugs. May each step comfort you on this journey of experiences that follows the route of life. The beauty for eyes to see, for ears to hear and foods to taste .... Seems like you're offered all peaks of life on this hike. Bless you both snd thank you for sharing it all wrapped in stunning footage ❤

[@jamesmilby1775]

So good to watch your adventure and sincere condolences for the sad news. Hope the Scottish memories help you through.

[@vanhallaadventures]

Thank you James ❤️ there’s something about Scotland that always calms us and Ben was a traveler himself so making these videos is a help.

[@Merbella]

The tribute to your brother was lovely 💙 it was very nice to see your team work this episode...great couple! 😊

[@vanhallaadventures]

Thank you so much 🙏🏻

[@ervinslens]

Wow, this place is spectacular my friend, absolutely brilliant work! Shots and atmosphere are spectacular!

[@vanhallaadventures]

Many thanks! ☺️

[@ChristineOsborne-zo9oo]

I followed you on your French camino, and now on the WHW. You are amasing. I like your simplesness and the way you share your thoughts. Thank you for all those nice vidéos. All my regards for the lost of your brother. Christine du Québec

[@One_moor_for_luck]

So sorry to hear of your loss, that must be unbearable. I really enjoy your videos and following this Scottish adventure and hope there is some comfort to be found on your travels. Sending well wishes from Devon, UK xx

[@vanhallaadventures]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@user-qe2cj5tl7d]

I loved your conversation…. such a great video 😊

[@TheConnor67]

So , So Sorry for your sad loss 😢.. glad you’ve enjoyed your adventure on our WHW 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 hope the weather stayed kind after BoO

[@lizwallace273]

I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. Thanks for sharing this beautiful day! It makes me want to return to Scotland so much! We didn't stay at Bridge of Orchy, but we did stop in for a beer and slice of cake. The people there were lovely. Isn't it amazing what delicious and elegant food they serve in these tiny hamlets?

[@vanhallaadventures]

Thank you ❤️ Bridge of Orchy is such a treasure! We can’t wait to go back again. We never expected such good food the entire route!

[@sunnydaze136]

Gorgeous you two! But also so very sorry for the loss of your brother Brian..so sad

[@vanhallaadventures]

Thank you ❤️

[@thalineauceline2773]

My condolences, it is always difficult to learn about a loved one’s death while abroad. My thoughts are with you. And thank you to take the time to make the vidéo.

[@vanhallaadventures]

Thank you ❤️

[@terristewart6119]

So very sorry for the loss of your brother. I am so enjoying your adventure & so glad to find your channel. Blessings to you both.

[@vanhallaadventures]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@raewebb6365]

Sincerest condolences on the loss of Benjamin, may he Rest In Peace and May your memories console you

[@vanhallaadventures]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@billyharden9316]

Home is where the heart is.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿💯

[@wakingtheworld]

Re-living my whole trek through your videos. So you thought that last day was awesome - so did I - till I did the next day to Glen Coe. Gonna see if you feel the same in the next one. That hotel was amazing. Apart from the Oak Tree Inn, this was the best food! SO sorry for your loss, B, slipped in at the end. OMG, how did you cope with that doing the trek?

[@philadelphiawalksptsd]

Looks totally awesome! 💗

[@vanhallaadventures]

It was!

[@craigwatson9320]

Sorry for your loss bro🙏🏼

[@billyharden9316]

God bless mate.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@dearmountains3431]

Amazing nature for hiking. Great adventure friends. Thanks for sharing this wonderful content.😍🐶💓💓

[@vanhallaadventures]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@craigwilliams4161]

I am sorry for your loss. Your adventure is so compelling and great teamwork

[@vanhallaadventures]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@bearfootartistry]

Awe...what a nice tribute! I'm a pastry chef, and I bet that beer was intentionally paired with those desserts to bring out the flavors. I hope you drank the beer after a bite of each dessert...it creates a new flavor profile on the pallette. ✌️

[@vanhallaadventures]

Yes we did and it was AMAZING! I pulled a ‘when harry met sally’ and the two tables next to us said “what are you eating?!” Then they both ordered 😆😆😆

[@Gibbonomics]

Finding home is so much about connection, community and shared values. It feels like finding a unicorn, huh? Prayers that we all find our way and our hearts land on solid ground in a place with good people. With love from Hood Canal and the PNW. Safe and happy travels!!❤

[@vanhallaadventures]

Oh I love the way you phrased that. Thank you ❤️ oh and we lived in port Townsend! (We were married in Leavenworth and our wedding party was at fort worden - give the Puget Sound our love from afar!)

[@drewgilmour3489]

When I was hiking the AT , those busy road crossings we called Frogger after the video game

[@andym28]

Have you guys checked out Turkey yet? Best place I've been to I highly recommend it. To be honest we only got a couple of weeks sun this year which is normal here so I prefer most euro countries. Scotland is great for the people and hiking l 7:17 but the lack or sun gets old.

[@vanhallaadventures]

Yes, Crystal has had her eye on Turkey for a while. Just waiting for the right time to go!

[@foreverirish132]

Very sorry for your loss

[@vanhallaadventures]

Thank you ❤️

[@kidlitwriter64]

So very sorry that your brother passed away, Brian. My heart goes out to you both.

[@vanhallaadventures]

Thank you ❤️

[@louburnett6782]

That last place looked amazing 🤩

[@vanhallaadventures]

It was!

[@RodMurray]

My condolences on the passing of your brother, Brian. Our foodie neighbour had stayed at Bridge of Orchy last year and suggested it be a “must stop” place when we hiked this June. It was, like for you, a shorter day, so we booked early check in, sat outside for espressos, had our showers, then sat in the bar for some adult beverages in the afternoon, walked the area around the hotel, then sat in the fancy dining room for dinner. The food was all and more, of what our neighbour had told us, the highlight of our WHW food experiences. On another point, after finishing our walk, we went to the Inverness area and I visited my ancestor’s farm, still in the family. There is something quite extraordinary about Scotland and its ancestry, made more meaningful by meeting one’s real ancestors. BTW- we had a whole week of hot, dry, sunny weather on the WHW, unusual for Scotland.

[@vanhallaadventures]

Thank you Rod ❤️ Wow - what a beautiful week! That’s so special to be able to visit your ancestors farm. I can only imagine the joy you must have felt! Scotland has a way of preserving history, like you mentioned. We’ve always noticed this when we’ve visited and it’s one of the reasons we love it there so much. The people are deeply connected to their land and ancestry. It’s such a treat. We love hearing your stories. Thank you for sharing 🙂

[@yvonnebirch6026]

This was a great video ! You are a heroic couple ! So nice to be back in those green rugged hills ! Thank you ! 💕🌷

[@vanhallaadventures]

Glad you enjoyed it ☺️

[@slporter722]

My GG grandfather and grandmother were born in Kilmore, Argyll and Bute in 1796. I believe this is in the west highlands. I must go there.

[@markgourley3745]

If it's the Kilmore I'm thinking of it's just a few miles south of Oban on the west coast. If you ever visit I recommend taking the ferry to Mull and discover that island especially Duart castle and Tobermory...and also visit Iona which is a 5 minute ferry from Mull's south west corner where you will find the abbey founded by Saint Columba

[@slporter722]

@@markgourley3745 Thank you so much for your insight. I will take this information as part of my plan.

[@scoobysienna]

your brother would of been proud

[@vanhallaadventures]

❤️🙏🏻

[@alicefranco9103]

My condolences 😢.

[@vanhallaadventures]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@christinewoodruff5092]

My condolences on your loss, I hope you are both doing ok. ❤‍🩹

[@vanhallaadventures]

Thank you ❤️ taking it day by day.

[@antoniobaez6282]

Time to relax in that house! I bet you didn't want to leave!

[@vanhallaadventures]

Wish we could have stayed there for 1 more night!

[@helenesalame2068]

Did your packed lunches, dinners and drinks at the Orchy Hotel really cost as much as the bungalow or is it a typo?

[@marcus25g]

what month did you go ? what make are your trail shoes

[@craigwatson9320]

What was the name of the song and artist at 4:30 please, the one with the mystical wind instrument? Loving your channel btw 😍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@foreverirish132]

I’d love to see your travels here in Ireland 🇮🇪

[@vanhallaadventures]

We are currently looking into Ireland now ☺️ we were actually even considering this winter in an RV rental there. Just not sure logistically and financially if it will work though we’d love to make a go of it! It’s been calling to us for quite some time as well.

[@ElizabethEllen-ek6nk]

My deepest condolences Brian and Crystal. May Benjamin rest in peace. He was way too young to leave this place. I pray he is in the arms of God. Amen. ❤

[@vanhallaadventures]

Thank you ❤️

[@sherryduffenais4815]

What is the name of the Sun hat you are wearing?

[@user-ql1ly6pt1q]

love you :)

[@finger_rabbit1004]

안녕하세요? 우연히 방문하게되었습니다. 정말 멋지네요. 이렇게 여러곳을 여행하는 것도 부럽고요. 실례가 되지 않는다면 당신과 친구가 되고 싶습니다. ❤🤝🔔

[@douglasfrazier8526]

Did you ever have a time where a fear of heights kicked in?

[@intrepedo100]

You had a post about where to go in Van. Can’t find it now. Re Sultanate of Oman. Beautiful place, great culture and history. Not sure it’s Van life place. You would have to look into that. Have been many times. Just a heads up, are you two married? Last time there I took my marriage certificate to prove marriage as my wife has always used her maiden name. And yes they asked for proof. Maybe things have changed. One time they never let single women in.

[@robcostello9050]

hi carb loading diet good for you

[@philliphazell4211]

I love watching your videos but why not take the next step by ditching all the luggage , cary what you need , wild camp and not plan one day from the next taking a decision each night where to wild camp and cook food outside . By letting go you learn more about yourselves and life . Wild camping is legal in Scotland .

[@vanhallaadventures]

On this walk I wish we had backpacked though we have cameras to charge and that adds a little extra logistical ‘issue’. We are looking into how to get around this for longer treks as solar panels are unreliable and battery banks aren’t nearly large enough. I think we will start with a 3-day trek somewhere soon and test out different options. Thank you 🙂