Will France Let Us In? // Van Life Europe Ep 1

[@traxmom]

Seriously did not even notice the marks on your face until you talked about them. We always notice our own blemishes so easily and feel like they are beacons that are obvious to the rest of the world too. But the rest of the world often doesn't take any notice of them... and if they do, so what? 😊

[@somdrum]

Yes! Coming to the comments to say this as well. Keep rocking on.

[@nellagallo9579]

I agree. I didn't notice the blemishes on your face until you mentioned them. I literally was thinking what a cute couple when you were walking back from dinner. Dont be so hard on yourself. You are a beautiful person - inside and out!

[@maryf2964]

Rays, I've been watching you and Louis for a while now, and I've never really noticed any blemishes. You don't have to hide them from us. We watch you guys because you are fun and sweet together! We care about who you are, and love your adventures, we would never judge you or reject you! ❤

[@jessicabrubaker4760]

Also going to piggyback this! I didn’t even notice! You’re beautiful

[@tylerr6140]

I also am one of the people that would have never noticed if you didn't say something. Don't worry too much about those kinds of things

[@cherrywallis]

I love this channel - excited to see where you both visit. Also Raya - genuinely didn't notice your skin at all until you sat us down to talk about it. You just glow good energy, that's what people notice, I promise you that. ✨

[@RayaandLouis]

Thanks Cherry! ❤️

[@go2lucy]

Same!

[@sgeorgess]

Fly happy!

[@amyslowikgrossman835]

Can I just say how much I envy Raya's outfits? She always looks so effortlessly gorgeous. 😁

[@azharsaiyed1664]

Agree!!!

[@Lewis_MrGore]

Honestly, All good Raya, didn't even notice till you mentioned! There's no judgments coming from these comments sections I hope, thanks to the positive communities you and Louis have developed and nutured!

[@gingerbread18]

Raya I didn’t even notice the breakouts until you pointed them out!! You’re beautiful

[@claudiaprivitelli3306]

honestly Raya you always look like a disney princess wherever you go!!! your hair, your curves, your love for dresses!!! absolutely stunning

[@ondrejpetr3100]

OMG that parking spot is insane you are a parking god.

[@harryteasdale5735]

Louis is such a good driver to have not hit either of them!

[@shapeofsoup]

This is probably the single reason why I couldn’t do van life 😂 No way could I park my compact like that, much less a van.

[@kirstje]

Louis, can you teach us how to park like this in the next vlog?

[@samgggu68]

Fr

[@ShivNC]

Especially with no backup camera (I think) or anything what a legend

[@tina-md2cj]

Raya you are so sooooo beautiful!!! Please don’t feel self conscious about your skin. It’s good that you did speak about it because we ALL have things we are self conscious about

[@timebeing2082]

This is probably just a guy's perspective (and we are reputed to be oblivious to everything), but I watch your channel for what you two have to share, not to monitor your skin or other physical aspects. And if this should be, what some people focus on in your vlogs, more than all the content, then they should really get a life.

[@julialuminasalsa]

Amen to that!

[@GCPurple587]

How you managed to get into that parking spot I don’t know... that’s unbelievable!

[@bohoxplorer840]

I know right, mad parking skills for sure❣️❣️❣️❣️

[@katfuer]

I know right! I was like wow how did you get in there ;) ! Maddddddd skillllzzzz!

[@CarolineSophie93]

Excited to see how they get out of there haha

[@r.b.6550]

The look in somebody’s eyes is what matters the most, and if it as pure and full of love to the world as your’s, I would not worry about your skin

[@muffinmalin1]

I’m one of the new people and honestly, all I keep thinking is how happy, relaxed, natural and beautiful you both seem inside and out. There’s such a comfortable warmth and so much lovely energy coming from you. I’m so excited to follow along on this journey with you! ❤️

[@RayaandLouis]

Thank you!! And welcome ☺️❤️

[@muuphoenix]

Hadn't noticed your skin at all Raya. You're so beautiful, and your warm and gentle energy just shines through so much, I don't know how anyone watching could ever say anything negative to you.

[@marinawezelenburg6452]

This is for you Raya, I have followed Louis since so many years and I got to see the beginning of you too and you are such a big inspiration. Please don’t ever feel difficult to take the camera. I think you are beautiful and an inspiration for self love. I gained 13kg due to covid and I am so struggling to get back on the health train. Self love is difficult and has ups and downs. I am so glad you are so open about it. Keep doing it! I am here for it and also because you are both so lovely and I love your vlogs 🥰🥰🥰

[@elsienaicker1080]

Wow so glad I came across this vlog. Loved it. Raya, your personality shines through. Did not notice the marks until you chatted about it. You go gal.

[@HeyItsMaori]

That is some skilled parallel parking. 🤯

[@elsaboyd6063]

My girl you are genuine . That's real life! What goes on inside makes a woman beautiful ...

[@hannahshelton5222]

Isn't it crazy how the people that you think look perfect have their own struggles with self image? I think you have beautiful skin! I don't like that my skin is so fair that my redness really stands out. We all have things that we wish we would change but in someone else's eyes, you're their image of perfect! You're amazing Raya, thank you for using your platform to make others feel heard and accepted! Have a great trip!!

[@CarolineSophie93]

Raya, I love seeing beautiful women like you who don’t hide behind makeup. This shows me, and hopefully young girls, that it’s okay to be who you are and how powerful it is to show your true self

[@kimledingham8823]

Oh my goodness Raya…I think your were so brave to share what you did, never even noticed what you were feeling uneasy about! You & Louie are so easy to watch, so natural & so inviting that you can relax & if anybody commented any differently just blow by those comments, you are beautiful.

[@doyallhearsumn]

I'm a lil late but i've been watching your individual channels for a few years now and I just discovered this one! YAY! You both have such a genuine energy to each and every video, and I'm so excited to live vicariously through you again! Also: as someone whose skin isn't perfect, it makes me feel so happy/understood when Raya talks about her own struggles with body positivity and how women are always expected to look/act a certain way

[@gul1330]

Raya you're astonishingly beautiful, in and out. You're seriously an inspiration to me.

[@Mitchell75]

Didn’t even notice the blemishes Raya! Just glad to be watching you and Louis’ adventures! Have an awesome trip in Paris!! You guys are awesome! 🤟🏼

[@nicandtris]

So glad I came across your channel through Kara and Nate. Raya the thing I noticed was your gorgeous dress and as always stunning hair! You are both so fun to watch and seem like such great people. Looking forward to this European trip!

[@Jess-xk7rx]

Thank you for talking about your skin raya, I have been having a break out the past few days and I pick at them when I’m stressed. Luckily right now I’m self-isolating so only my housemate is seeing me, I can imagine it’s really hard posting a video to KZbin and I can understand your feelings. But I can only echo others comments, your beauty inside and out shines through and it’s just not something we as viewers would have noticed unless you brought it up. I’ve been at work before and the scab has been so bad people have thought I’ve fell over on my chin or something! But it’s not what defines us 😊 sending you strength and love and again thanks for bringing it up

[@Terra.Chifilyonova]

Hi guys! Love your content ❤️ When are you guys coming to Bulgaria? I want to invite you on a vegan picnic on the sea coast! My family has a guest house in Nesebar and you are welcome to stay (or at least we can do your laundry 😁) My only intention is to help you have a great time in this lovely country 🇧🇬

[@addison6001]

I want to see that :0

[@RayaandLouis]

Hey Terry! Thank you so much. We’d love to come stay! Nesebar is my favorite place on the Black Sea 😍 can you send me a message on Instagram? It would be easier to chat there. @rayawashere

[@frankwright3789]

I actually JUST subscribed because I somewhat recently saw you guys for the first time in the video with Kara and Nate and you guys are great. Also Raya, it was awesome to hear you share your feelings about being nervous, not wearing making and breaking out which I honestly didn't notice until you mentioned it. You are beautiful and if people are actually saying negative things in the comments it's because they're just negative horrible people. Honestly some people just suck.

[@marinacursi5043]

I live in the US now but grew up in Ramsgate. When you said Dover I got home sick. Great video. Thank you!

[@captaindave47]

Raya no one is looking at your spots, I hadn't even seen them till you pointed to them, and they are not spoiling your appearance at all, your smile and enthusiasm are so great that they overcome any blemishes you think you have. None of us are totally happy with ourselves and can always find flaws or know improvements could be made. If people say bad things just block them. A good interesting video guys.

[@bens3582]

This gave me old school funforlouis vibes. Love it.

[@melanieshirkey5276]

Raya your perfect! Don't worry about what people think . We all go thru the same issue you are expressing!Stay strong! Love you and Louie!

[@Barnsy2507]

It is so lovely to see the two of you travelling again. Makes life feel a bit more normal!

[@ODriscolls]

Thank you for sharing Raya! Normalizing talking about insecurities and working on self love is important! I did not notice the marks at all, too distracted at how lovely you guys look walking around the streets of Paris!

[@caitb1195]

Raya I so appreciate your honestly and I just want to encourage you that I didn't even notice one bit until you said something. You are beautiful inside and out.

[@meinh956]

Skin/acne positivity is hard earned. It took me 32 years to be comfortable enough to go out in public with no make up and show my acne. I can’t even imagine the pressure of doing it on camera. I barely noticed your skin, but coming from a woman with acne I really appreciate you being real and staying comfortable rather than putting make up on just to film.

[@jarrodh8041]

Hi both. Loving these new vlogs. And Raya also I didn’t even notice until you mentioned the skin breakout. I am here to watch you guys content and not to make judgement on how you are looking. I have insecurities as well. As others have mentioned you are beautiful in your own way. I think you have a completion that you look great with out make up (but my opinion isn’t important that’s only for Louis 😉😊). Safe travels and wishing everyone a great week ahead.

[@deveneileen]

Hiii my name is Deven, and I am one of those new people!! 🙋🏽‍♀️ Actually started following because I found you from Kara & Nates swap vid and fell in love with you both right away! 😍 Omgggg how I feel you on this one… 💯 I struggle with the same thing, and have fought with myself to not use filters, wear makeup each and every time I go out, etc… Honestly, you are beautiful and I didn’t even notice at all. Thank you so much for being willing to put this out there for the world to see and hear!! Acne, blemishes and imperfections of all kinds are what make us human and real.. people need to be less judgmental and more kind and loving and we would all feel a little less shitty. Keep being your beautiful selves and enjoy France 🇫🇷 Love you both!!! 💛💛✌🏼💛💛

[@genevievehernandez5938]

I feel you when you say the marks on your skin bug. Since I got out of retail pharmacy and due to stress from the pandemic I’ve notice I hate pictures even more so now due to the acne marks my masks gave me. And when I get a pimple now it really bugs me but I always try to remind myself they will heal and go away and to not let that ruin my day. I didn’t notice yours until you said it but I was like yep that’s how I feel to when I know no one in my family ever points it out to me. So it’s just us being subconscious about those little things….that are really that…just little things.

[@angiehawkins8289]

Raya, I'm a new subscriber. I genuinely did not notice your break out. You and Louie radiate positivity. That's all I see. 💓

[@christinefoster381]

You 2 are lovely people. People judge for there insecurities and it sucks they have to project on to peoples UTUBE channel. They are not worth the time . I’m new to your channel and you can feel the beauty of your souls. Life is beautiful.

[@mariav6198]

Raya, what I see is a beautiful young woman, beautiful inside and out. Both of you sharing your experiences in a joyful way. Thanks for putting yourself out there. It’s inspiring.

[@AlexWJ93]

My favourite part of my childhood was going on P&O Ferries over to France/Belgium/Netherlands, so this video brought back many happy memories and nostalgia. ❤️

[@kristendime5469]

Raya singing "I missed it" at the france flag made me laugh Really enjoying watch you both and Raya you are gorgeous! Also, Raya would love a video on the clothes you bring on these trips as I am horrible at shopping for trips

[@RayaandLouis]

Hahah 😂 a lot of people are asking about my dresses! I’ll share more soon ☺️

[@karrrot]

appreciate raya sharing her insecurities, sometimes people can feel alone when all they see is positive highlights on social media, well done!

[@inezs.6335]

It's so refreshing to hear a beautiful human being be so honest and open about their struggles with self love. Thank you for sharing 🙏

[@RayaandLouis]

❤️❤️

[@TheLightHouseLady]

You have a great channel. Louis, you are very lucky to be so handy fixing things in the van. Not every guy can do that. Raya thanks for sharing how you feel at the end. will check out your other channels.

[@lorettarenard6437]

oh goodness - didn't even notice - its your personality and Louis personality is why we watch - please be yourself with or without make up and totally with your flaws - hugs

[@haysparkle]

Love seeing you both on the road again creating memories and having amazing adventures! Can’t wait to see what you guys get upto in France! And Raya your gorgeous, please don’t feel self conscious about your skin!

[@jade_05]

Love your channel. Came across your Positano video first and now I’m watching the entire Europe series. Raya, I love how real you are! I think you’re absolutely beautiful, it’s so nice watching a female on KZbin that’s just normal and not loaded with makeup, and filtered to an unrealistic female form. Sending much love from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@RayaandLouis]

Thank you!! ❤️❤️

[@mickeydyke392]

Thanks for taking us along and I’m glad you made it!

[@mateeah]

Raya your honesty and vulnerability are so refreshing especially in the highly-edited, perfection-obsessed internets. Whenever you share your ups and downs, I feel less alone. THAT is more beautiful than any appearance could be, in my opinion❤️

[@athenahilts4353]

OMG Raya you are so beautiful. Thank you for your honesty and showing that vulnerable side.

[@OffbeatLiteracy]

I may have found you through the collab with Kara and Nate but I love you guys and I'm really glad I found your channel. You're both amazing, I promise you that you're both beautiful and your personality is so infectious. Thank you for sharing with us. Much love from WV ❤️

[@MsKittycatluver]

Raya, you are absolutely beautiful, and I love to see your pretty dresses. I’m glad I found your channel, it’s so much fun watching you and Louie travel around the world. Enjoy!

[@isaiahshemaiahbrown]

That parking job was next level 👏

[@abdigitaluk_photography]

Oooh I love these kinds of channels! Thanks KZbin for suggesting it!

[@jaybug564]

Love all your dresses Raya, they are just always so cute! I did not notice the marks at all till you mentioned them, you are beautiful inside and out!

[@fundadtv6336]

What's up Rya and Loui! you guys are literally living the adventure and I'm ready for the trip! I needed a pick me up this morning and of course you guys were there to do that. Thank you!

[@terryleonard7673]

So glad to see you guys again. Can't wait to watch your adventures. Raya you are a beautiful person and you beam energy!

[@donnaetheridge5187]

girl you are beautiful! Do not let people define who you are! You are the sweetest!

[@laurajohnson2450]

I just love your videos- so positive and encouraging. Thanks for being so honest and open. You are so not alone and y'all are beautiful people inside and out!

[@sammiep91]

This video did not disappoint! I needed this video so badly today. I got my second vaccination on Friday and have not had the best reaction and your video really lifted me up 😌 I cannot wait to see the rest of your journey. Also I love the wallpaper! At first I was like wait it’s so cute and then when I saw what you picked I was hit with oh no that’s much more the vibe I get from these two. Anyway thanks for sharing. ✌🏻🖤

[@s.a.9424]

Its crazy! I was literally thinking omg she looks soooo stunning without make up before you mentioned it - that shows how thoughts and social ideas pictures shape us!

[@RayaandLouis]

Aw thank you! ❤️

[@rakong246]

I feel like I have never seen Raya in the same dress twice and I adore all of them.

[@azharsaiyed1664]

Your relationship is so beautiful! Raya is so beautiful and so is louis! Love love love! 💕❤️

[@breehurley7139]

Raya! You are so beautiful, we are so much more than these bodies, and your soul is so bright and beautiful! ✨ Also it was so cute to see a glimpse of Louis’ dad at the beginning! I remember him from louis’ vlogs years ago, such a kind guy! ☺️

[@Sarttimi]

Raya, you are absolutely stunning. I can completely understand and relate with your insecurities and understand why you feel that way. But truly, you are beautiful! Thank you both for making this covid lockdown (in Toronto, Canada), much more bearable!

[@tripgreat]

Raya, I just watched to the end. I honestly never noticed any blemishes or pimples. I'm a 62 y/o man, and certain foods STILL can cause pimples for me! 🤣In a non-flirty way, I want to tell you you're breath-takingly beautiful. Since Louis' content has been more about your shared channel, I've learned about you, and good grief, Louis is a fortunate man. You're both fortunate to have found a kindred spirit. You two are an inspiration.

[@salyndalindyhogsett2804]

Raya - I seriously didn't notice your skin at all until you said something. And thank you so much for being so open and talking about it. I've had a massive spot on my cheek the past few days, but hearing you talk about it, made me realize that if I didn't notice a few spots on Raya, probably no one noticed the ones on me. Thank you for being so brave and sharing. Keep up the self love! ❤️

[@johanna_elizabeth]

Thank you for opening up & sharing what you did at the end. I've been especially struggling with self love recently, & sometimes in the midst of that battle it can feel so cripplingly isolating. I just wanted to say that whenever I've seen you in the vlogs, you always look stunning, no matter what, because you are a beautiful person who lives with courage, strength & grace, and that will always shine through in a way that any imperfection, flaw, or breakout does not the power to diminish. I definitely understand, all too well, that these words are difficult to fully believe in our hearts, but I just wanted to write this, because I know that oftentimes our inner voice can become so deafeningly loud.

[@RayaandLouis]

❤️❤️❤️

[@Greg-xz9tw]

Hey Raya, we all have down days every now and then so don’t worry about it. You’re a very beautiful woman and an inspiration to many of you’re much loved followers. Enjoy your trip with Sir Louis 😎

[@rissleep14]

I lived in Paris for a year and A) I can't believe you found a parking spot within walking distance of the Marias in under and hour. and B) Bravo on that parking job! I immensely enjoyed seeing Paris again from your perspective 💙🤍❤

[@ilovebumblebees735]

WE STAN RAYAAA

[@devinanna5943]

Love that you're going makeup free!! I stopped wearing makeup a few years ago and I still get so insecure about it but it's gotten better slowly and my skin has ultimately become healthier overtime ❤️

[@abdelhafidsadid]

Peace out, enjoy life, live the adventure

[@WanderwithAwe]

It's nice to see you doing all the little things yourself...knowing how to fix things comes in handy on the road!

[@sloppy8125]

could you guys make a playlist of all of your past adventures? Id love to watch everyone of your travel videos!

[@joyjoyoo]

You look fine raya!! I stopped wearing makeup when I started working with kids, it embodies that imperfection is fine and we are all beautiful

[@ludmilasobral6632]

You are gorgeoussss Raya

[@klarabrezinova2416]

I love your guys' channel. So much positive energy and it makes me wanna travel. Raya, you look beautiful.

[@TineDasSchaf]

Hello, found your channel not that long ago and i'm really excited that you are now in Europe. :D I just wanted to let you know, that you may want to look through the Traffic Savety Rules to every Country that you will drive by. Because i learnt at the german red cross, that you may need different Safty Vests and some other stuff, because they will not be all the same and can have different colors. I wish you a wonderfull journey and Raya you really don't have to worry about the outbreake at all, like all the other people already told you. You look so beautyful and i didn't saw it until you talked about it.

[@susandibble3525]

A little tip on the mine field that is the headlight direction for Uk vans. Best to do it on your first camp night at the place your staying. 🙏

[@michellhuber3397]

You are both beautiful inside and out!!! Enjoy your lovely life.

[@pattralee]

You will have to fill out a Passenger Locator Form for Italy even arriving by road. Plus there is a 'quarantine' if you arrived from the UK within 14 days of entering Italy.

[@Okkebeltman]

I'm in NW France, near Le Havre, So I guess you are already past me. Enjoy France, its an amazing country, especially for Vanlife!

[@NinaThoren]

Wow I absolutely love that wallpaper!! Flowers and/or plants with a dark background feels so underrated (at least for me). It looks so good! :)

[@msdenise1234567]

Raya hun, you're a beauty. As many are saying in the comments, I only noticed it when you were talking about it. Sending you hugs from two countries north of you :) Also, omg shoutout to those parking skills.

[@deloresthomas5624]

Didn't even notice until you mentioned it. So intense on your journey. You guys are awesome.

[@tatiannadiep]

You're beautiful Raya and so strong to talk about it! Safe travels can't wait to see more.

[@emountfield]

Hey both, only recently picked up on your channel, and like the others, I wouldn't have noticed if you hadn't said. Loving your content, it's great and gives off positive vibes. Louis, I hate how you made the repairs/upgrades look so easy buddy ;-) Looking forward to your next installment. Hope you enjoy Paris and stay safe, hugs n kisses you two x

[@Charlotte-qo4jc]

Raya, you are a brave and beautiful woman. I really enjoy your and Louis's channel. There is calmness and much love in your videos.

[@rhianonmcaulay3002]

Hey! So I’m new to your channel, after seeing you both with Kara & Nate. Through the clips of you walking through France, and eating your food, I honestly thought how stunning you are! You honestly do not have to wear make up! Over the last 12 months, Iv become super proud of myself because I hardly wear make up anymore. I have a husband who loves me, that’s what makes me beautiful! A big fat cheesy smile :) And I feel more beautiful. You got this girl! Cutest couple!! Cnt wait to follow the rest of your journey xxx

[@amyspeers8012]

So glad you made it into my country! Hope you have a lovely holiday.

[@Lixmage]

Looking fine girl! Everyone feels like that from time to time... We are ALL our own worst judges. I can honestly say I never even noticed until you brought the subject up. Don't be so hard on yourself.

[@sheilashells]

Raya, I was actually thinking that you looked really pretty earlier in this vlog (the dress you wore to dinner is sooo nice!) and I very honestly didn’t notice anything on your face. You’re beautiful...inside and out! 😘

[@TheBeggFamily]

Why on Earth would we judge you, Raya? You’re a very capable young woman who’s done far more than I could aspire to. I’ve watched all the channels and love them all!

[@sth.777]

Raya, you're gorgeous! Just be yourself here, too. I honestly didn't notice your skin, because your beauty shines from within; you glow, and that's what people see. Welcome to Continental Europe, and Greetings from a small town near Zürich, Switzerland!

[@RubyAliceHome]

Omg the ferry. So old fashioned & giving UK beach town vibes haha

[@DanUnplanned]

I’m off to Spain on Wednesday to see some family hope it all goes well! Awesome video guys hope you make it to France I’ll watch and find out can’t wait to make a video again

[@ririjeffers]

I can relate to the face stuff. I have issues with blemishes but I didn’t even notice anything on your face Raya. You’re beautiful. That’s that really x