West Goes East
West Goes East
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The time I went to Chernobyl
In 2017, before Putin invaded the Ukraine, I explored the abandoned old town of Chernobyl. We check out the ghost town of Pripyat and see where the reactor number 4 exploded at the nuclear power plant causing catastrophic events.
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The Big Hoot Owl Trail - Chichester and Arundel
Просмотров 19714 дней назад
We visit Frida Kahlowl which is the owl I designed. Mine is located in Chichester but we also try and find the other designs painted by talented artist that are also in Arundel. Once the trail is over they get auctioned off to raise money for charity. Proceeds go to the Chestnut Tree House Children's hospice, caring for children with life-threatening illnesses across West and East Sussex and Ea...
The perfect 5 day motorcycle trip - Brighton to Brittany.
Просмотров 458Месяц назад
In this video I ride From my hometown of Brighton and set sail from Newhaven to Dieppe. I then explore some amazing French destinations including Honfleur, St Malo, Mont Saint-Michel and spend an unplanned night in a beautiful, quirky French Chateau...Enjoy! Joly and Chris's Chateau Trois Cloches RUclips channel: www.youtube.com/@chateautroiscloches Music by William_King from Pixabay
The Gambia - Is it worth visiting? 🇬🇲
Просмотров 5522 месяца назад
This video show's you what the Serrekunda beach area in The Gambia is like along with visiting the Bijilo Monkey Forest and the Katchikally Crocodile Pool.
A Senegal guide to it's vibrant coastline 🇸🇳
Просмотров 3332 месяца назад
We visit the countries capital, Dakar and go to Africa's tallest monument and Gorée Island. We then travel North to the fishing city of Saint Louis before heading back south to a desert camp in Lompoul and then onto a palm lined beach resort called Saly. Onwards to the shell Island of Joal Fadiouth and then we take on the crazy border crossing into The Gambia. If you are looking a really great ...
Phil West - Commercial model / Actor showreel
Просмотров 1023 месяца назад
My commercial model and acting showreel. If you've ever wondered how I fund my trips and have the time to travel then this is one of my main ways to save those pennies. I'm self-employed so have the flexibility to go when I like (That's normally when a well paid job comes in...dam it)!
3 days in Athens 🇬🇷 Find out why it's my new favourite city!
Просмотров 16 тыс.5 месяцев назад
Athens is packed full of great bars, shops and restaurants, it has amazing street art, it also has a beach a short tram or bus ride from the centre and obviously steeped in History with highlight being the Acropolis that towers over the city. Join us for the 3 day trip to find out why Athens is our new favourite city! Check out my blog with tips and info: westgoeaeast.wordpress.com/2024/01/25/a...
Why you should rent a moped when on holidaying in Fuerteventura 🛵
Просмотров 5497 месяцев назад
With one day to explore and a €30 rental moped, I explore the beautiful Canary Island of Fuerteventura. From sands dunes and caves to quaint Spanish towns and incredible views.
Taj Mahal day trip from Delhi 🇮🇳
Просмотров 8388 месяцев назад
In this video we hire a driver to take us to Agra from Delhi to see the Taj Mahal, Agra fort and the sunset of the Taj Mahal from the back of it on the other side of the river.
7 Days guide to Nepal - Katmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan 🇳🇵
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.8 месяцев назад
You don't have to hike when you visit Nepal. Here's A 7 day alternative itinerary, visiting the temples and stupas of Katmandu, the city of Pokhara which is surrounded by the Annapurna mountain range and searching for Tigers in the peaceful and tranquil Chitwan.
3 Peaks challenge
Просмотров 4579 месяцев назад
On the 14th of October 2023, a group of us attempted the 3 peaks challenge to help raise money for a little boy named George who battled with the cancer rhabdomyosarcoma. The 3 peaks are the highest 3 mountains in the UK which are Ben Nevis in Scotland, Scafell Pike in England and Snowdon in Wales. If you would like to donate to George's charity, you can do so by clicking on the link below... w...
Amazing one week itinerary for Kenya 🇰🇪 Nairobi - Masai Mara - Diani beach
Просмотров 64810 месяцев назад
I am taken to a mystery destination for a week which turns out to be Kenya! We explore Nairobi, go on safari in the Masai Mara and meet the Masai tribe. We then take an internal flight to the beautiful beaches of Diani beach. Music: Where It’s Always Warm by Vlad Gluschenko | soundcloud.com/vgl9 Music promoted by www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC B...
Lejog from above
Просмотров 233Год назад
My whole Land's End to John O' Groats (plus the Orkney and Shetland Islands) cycle packed into a 3 minute drone film. Music: Meteorites by Purrple Cat | purrplecat.com Music promoted by www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC BY-SA 3.0) creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US
Bikepacking the Orkney and Shetland Islands. Welcome to PARADISE!
Просмотров 10 тыс.Год назад
After cycling Land's End to John O'Groats and I continued further North to explore the incredible beaches, wildlife and ancient sites of the Orkney and Shetland Islands. Enjoy! 🦭 Music: Emotional Chill Electronic Vlog Music | Sunset by Alex-Productions | onsound.eu/ Music promoted by www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) creativecommons.org/lic...
I cycled Land's End to John O'Groats (Lejog) 🚴🏽‍♂️ In a HEATWAVE!
Просмотров 20 тыс.Год назад
A day by day account of my bike packing adventure from Land's End in Cornwall to John O'Groats in Scotland also know as Lejog. 14 riding days and 989 Miles cycled. Enjoy the adventure! Music: Where No Man Has Set Foot by Vlad Gluschenko | soundcloud.com/vgl9 Music promoted by www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) creativecommons.org/licenses/by...
Naples, Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast itinerary 🇮🇹 🍕
Просмотров 35 тыс.Год назад
Naples, Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast itinerary 🇮🇹 🍕
Kayaking & wild camping on the River Arun from Pulborough in an Intex Explorer K2 Inflatable Kayak 🛶
Просмотров 6 тыс.Год назад
Kayaking & wild camping on the River Arun from Pulborough in an Intex Explorer K2 Inflatable Kayak 🛶
One week road trip around Oman 🇴🇲 The PERFECT trip?
Просмотров 17 тыс.Год назад
One week road trip around Oman 🇴🇲 The PERFECT trip?
Exploring Jordan 🇯🇴 Including Petra, wadi Rum, Little Petra, Amman, the Dead Sea and Jerash. EPIC!
Просмотров 18 тыс.Год назад
Exploring Jordan 🇯🇴 Including Petra, wadi Rum, Little Petra, Amman, the Dead Sea and Jerash. EPIC!
Munich, Neuschwanstein Castle and Salzburg at Christmas. The PERFECT winter's getaway?
Просмотров 3 тыс.Год назад
Munich, Neuschwanstein Castle and Salzburg at Christmas. The PERFECT winter's getaway?
Exploring the abandoned Soviet mining city of Pyramiden ⚒️ The Chernobyl of the Arctic?
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.Год назад
Exploring the abandoned Soviet mining city of Pyramiden ⚒️ The Chernobyl of the Arctic?
Hiking the 1066 Country walk trail with Woody the dog 🐕
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.Год назад
Hiking the 1066 Country walk trail with Woody the dog 🐕
Svalbard on a Shoestring 🐋 Hiking, Dog Sledding, Wildlife boat tour, Abandoned town of Pyramiden.
Просмотров 36 тыс.Год назад
Svalbard on a Shoestring 🐋 Hiking, Dog Sledding, Wildlife boat tour, Abandoned town of Pyramiden.
Bikepacking from Barcelona to Brighton 🚴Epic!
Просмотров 803Год назад
Bikepacking from Barcelona to Brighton 🚴Epic!
Bikepacking from Brighton to Bergen 🚴 Epic!
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.2 года назад
Bikepacking from Brighton to Bergen 🚴 Epic!
The final leg - Poitiers to Brighton. Brighton, Bergen, Barcelona, Brighton complete! 🏁
Просмотров 6242 года назад
The final leg - Poitiers to Brighton. Brighton, Bergen, Barcelona, Brighton complete! 🏁
Cycling to Bergerac, Aubeterre-sur-Dronne and Poitiers on a half broken bike 🇫🇷
Просмотров 5172 года назад
Cycling to Bergerac, Aubeterre-sur-Dronne and Poitiers on a half broken bike 🇫🇷
Cycling from Toulouse to Cahors in France 🇫🇷
Просмотров 5562 года назад
Cycling from Toulouse to Cahors in France 🇫🇷
Cycling the Pyrenees - Perpignan to Rennes-les-bains via Gorge De Galamus 🇫🇷
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.2 года назад
Cycling the Pyrenees - Perpignan to Rennes-les-bains via Gorge De Galamus 🇫🇷
Cycling from Barcelona to Perpignan via Girona
Просмотров 2,5 тыс.2 года назад
Cycling from Barcelona to Perpignan via Girona

Комментарии

  • @hobocyclist
    @hobocyclist 14 часов назад

    Great pictures, really incredible look at the place

  • @rinourbexnonsol1264
    @rinourbexnonsol1264 2 дня назад

    From Italy 👍💯💪 ok Ciao

  • @TravellingTorunn
    @TravellingTorunn 3 дня назад

    Amazing video. I am a bit envious, as I don't believe I will ever travel to Russia again, and will never visit this place. It looks very eerie and it is almost incredible that nature reclaims its territory so fast. I loved to watch this, and your way of telling the story is absolutely beautiful and full of respect. Thank you 😊

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast 2 дня назад

      Thank you. Yes who know when it will reopen again. I'm glad I managed to go when I could.

    • @TravellingTorunn
      @TravellingTorunn 2 дня назад

      @@WestGoesEast I am happy for the Russian Waterways cruise I took in 2017, from Moscow to St. Petersburg.

  • @cherrillrichardson3570
    @cherrillrichardson3570 3 дня назад

    Brilliant Phil it brought a tear to my eye. Really good narration.

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast 3 дня назад

      Ah thanks mum. That means a lot 😊

  • @MatHall
    @MatHall 4 дня назад

    Superb. Ive always wanted to go. Great work on the voice over and stitching it all together. What a place

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast 3 дня назад

      Thanks mate. I'm glad a managed to get to go!

  • @paulschofield2630
    @paulschofield2630 6 дней назад

    Cheers 🍻 well done, I did it in 1982 1100 miles in 12 days, had to see Lake District and Loch Ness some highland deveastions, so fit after did a 25 miles timetrial in 53 minutes Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺 😊

  • @ExploreWithBlu
    @ExploreWithBlu 7 дней назад

    Very nice art! Good too see woody the dog has made a return since the Arun river video!

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast 7 дней назад

      Ah perhaps he will have to become a regular fixture... Ha!

    • @ExploreWithBlu
      @ExploreWithBlu 7 дней назад

      @@WestGoesEast yes! Maybe another walking with woody video! Or you could re-do your South Downs way!

  • @LissaDeeDee
    @LissaDeeDee 8 дней назад

    Really interesting video, loved watching your cycle of LeJog as it's not something I would ever be able to do so enjoyed joining you via RUclips! Glad you got decent weather and had a good time on your adventure, you've earned a new subscriber! Keep up the good work

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast 8 дней назад

      Thank you for your kind comment. I'm glad you enjoyed it and you could join me vicariously through my video :)

  • @EmmaSamways
    @EmmaSamways 11 дней назад

    Friday is obvs my fav. Can't wait to put your painting of Henry up in my house.....when I have finished renovating!! I think he may go pride of place in the kitchen!

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast 11 дней назад

      I like Fridays too....prefer Sundays though 😜 Ah Henry :)

    • @EmmaSamways
      @EmmaSamways 11 дней назад

      @@WestGoesEast hahaha auto correct. FRIDA!!!!!

  • @sueweston502
    @sueweston502 14 дней назад

    Great video - and a change from your long distance travel ones! Gave me a good taster - we'll be doing the trail during the school summer holidays :)

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast 14 дней назад

      Thank you and glad you liked it. Say hi to Frida from me when you do the trail :)

  • @TravellingTorunn
    @TravellingTorunn 15 дней назад

    Lovely owl walk and really good looking owls. I really liked yours, and also the funny pun name 🎉🤩 This reminds me a bit of Elephant Parade I saw in Luxembourg in August 2013. Lots of painted elephant sculptures all around the city. Very beautiful and interesting that too 😊

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast 15 дней назад

      Thank you. Hopefully I'll do some more in the future :)

  • @aetti31
    @aetti31 20 дней назад

    Hy very nice... what was the name of the company for the desert night? Thanks!

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast 20 дней назад

      Thanks. Tbh I really can't remember. I looked on my bookings history on Bookings.com which is where I thought we booked it but it's not there. Perhaps have a look on there anyway and hopefully you'll find it. It only had 2 tents

    • @aetti31
      @aetti31 20 дней назад

      @@WestGoesEast oh well thanks anyway.... yeah exactly because it only has two tents i was interested in it. :)

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast 20 дней назад

      @@aetti31 I'll ask Emma and see if she knows and get back to you if she knows

    • @philrwesty
      @philrwesty 20 дней назад

      @@aetti31 Found it. Its called Bedouins tents camp

    • @aetti31
      @aetti31 День назад

      @@philrwesty Hey thank you very much... by now we were there already but the small camps dont operate now anyway since its too hot (they say :) so we went ot a bigger one still operating but it was also an amazing experience... beautiful place. Thanks so much for your info!

  • @tobywinyard1106
    @tobywinyard1106 20 дней назад

    Lovely vid, as a heads up they are not mill houses, but Oast houses. Used to dry hops as part of the brewing process.

  • @ranziphotography7540
    @ranziphotography7540 23 дня назад

    Great video, any recommendations for Wildlife + Landscape photographer who would like to travel Svalbard on budget? any recommended itinerary would be helpful + local boatman/budget vessel contact details + budget stay details + food options.

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast 22 дня назад

      Thanks....Your best bet is checking out activities on this link gjestehuset102.no/svalbard-activities/

  • @philippathrossell1931
    @philippathrossell1931 23 дня назад

    I did wonder what time of year you were there ??lots of great photography thank you

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast 23 дня назад

      Thanks! It was September

    • @philippathrossell1931
      @philippathrossell1931 23 дня назад

      @@WestGoesEast I will pack warmer clothes for our trip this September thank you

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast 23 дня назад

      ​@philippathrossell1931 100% you'll need them

  • @Kwlas1
    @Kwlas1 25 дней назад

    Geeza Metaxoutgeio and Psyrri different Suburbs. Pity you got a minuscule balcony and a building view and not the rock😮😂😂 Line 3 the airport line doesn’t go to Metaxorgeio 😂😂 I’m embarrassed for you not even researching the correct spelling of Flisvos Marina 😮

  • @helenizzard8993
    @helenizzard8993 26 дней назад

    Just subscribed love your videos. Thanks.

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast 26 дней назад

      Thanks so much 🙂 appreciated

  • @helenizzard8993
    @helenizzard8993 26 дней назад

    Being a nearby resident ive asked locals, but they say no its more scary as a lot of living visit there at night doing goodness knows what. Awesome architecture though ❤

  • @kathsmith4924
    @kathsmith4924 28 дней назад

    snoring ooo my word you need to next time near a skinny person 😂 or a hammock up a tree ,nice if chris and jolyon to save your sleep 😘

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast 28 дней назад

      They just pitched near me! But yes, It was nice to have a some rest at the chateau :)

    • @kathsmith4924
      @kathsmith4924 28 дней назад

      @@WestGoesEast i think i should look at my spelling before i send 🥴😂

  • @jonnyboywander
    @jonnyboywander 28 дней назад

    Great video. Woody is a champ 👍

  • @WestGoesEast
    @WestGoesEast Месяц назад

    Thank you! Yes I was very lucky with the weather on this trip

  • @kmtb2011
    @kmtb2011 Месяц назад

    really enjoyed this whole adventure! you must have the power to control the weather! clear blue skis on majority of your journey

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast 29 дней назад

      Thanks! Yes was very lucky with the weather on this trip

  • @chateautroiscloches
    @chateautroiscloches Месяц назад

    Great video, and makes us want to visit St Malo now! Glad you got to stay at our place for a bit of balance to your camping, with no snorers! Must get you over for a piano recital soon 😂

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast Месяц назад

      Thanks and thanks again for letting me stay in your beautiful chateau... It sure was an upgrade from the campsites and was nice to get a night off from the snorers. Yes St Malo is defo worth a visit! Free for Piano recitals anytime :)

  • @bijoylaha7245
    @bijoylaha7245 Месяц назад

    India outside going me very taff

  • @WestGoesEast
    @WestGoesEast Месяц назад

    Thanks Jack, didnt see any drone regulations but I just tend to do it anyway... Ha. Off to Canterbury and Margate area this weekend. Where should I go?

  • @jackryanmiller
    @jackryanmiller Месяц назад

    Loved it mate, are the drone regulations abroad much different to over here or is it less strict?

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast Месяц назад

      Thanks Jack. To be honest I don't really know, I just do it anyway! Ha I'm off to Canterbury and Margate area this weekend. Any tips on where to go?

    • @jackryanmiller
      @jackryanmiller Месяц назад

      @@WestGoesEast nice one Phil, have a great time. Defo check out Dreamland in Margate if you can - when the weathers nice that place is unreal and Cliftonville is the lesser known part but really great pubs and coffee places there

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast Месяц назад

      Thanks! Will check out

  • @SegHD
    @SegHD Месяц назад

    Is chris the same guy from your Cotswold walk?

  • @nancyelizabeth8364
    @nancyelizabeth8364 Месяц назад

    Did you like amalfi or positano better as I have to choose one

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast Месяц назад

      I'd say Amalifi is more classically Italian where as Positano is more Instagrammy. They are both beautiful but Positano is more touristy and perhaps busier but is amazing to look at... Iconic

  • @TravellingTorunn
    @TravellingTorunn Месяц назад

    A great trip! Mont St. Michel is quite similar to St. Michael's Mount in Cornwall, but it seems to be a bit bigger. I have been to the top of that one in Corwall. And how horrible to have these snorers right beside you in the tent .😵‍💫 The chateau was marvellous. Thank you for this lovely video with the beautiful drone shots 🤩

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast Месяц назад

      Yes the French Mont Michel is much bigger. I rode past the cornish one last year. Thanks for watching and hope you are having a good walk in Cornwall

    • @TravellingTorunn
      @TravellingTorunn Месяц назад

      @@WestGoesEast thank you! We are really enjoying our walks in Cornwall. We are currently on the Isles of Scilly and today we will go to the island St. Martin's for a tasting tour at the SC Dogs rum destillery 😄 That is after a walk on the same island 😀.

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast Месяц назад

      @@TravellingTorunn ah lovely, I've never been and would really like to go to the scilly isles!

  • @1985tonyjones
    @1985tonyjones Месяц назад

    Some services/machines don’t like online only banks, German trains were the same a while back. Always keep a credit card for this kinda things then just pay it off straight away.

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast Месяц назад

      Yep, lesson learnt there. School boy error not taking a credit card

  • @moody_blue682
    @moody_blue682 Месяц назад

    I really enjoyed the video and have got to ask, did you get your money back?

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast Месяц назад

      Thank you! Sadly not, but then it's not been 8 days yet. Thanks for wathing :)

  • @emmaswain4410
    @emmaswain4410 Месяц назад

    Wow how did I not know you're such an accomplished pianist!

  • @randelscyclevlogperthwa7342
    @randelscyclevlogperthwa7342 Месяц назад

    Those snorers are out to get you. I carry some earplugs with a beanie to hold them in place. Beautiful place to visit.

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast Месяц назад

      I think they actually are! I had earplugs but clearly not good enough ones. Think I need to invest in some better ones :)

  • @MatHall
    @MatHall Месяц назад

    Wow that chateaux.. had amazon prime! 😂 so funny how travel can throw up such random experiences like that. Great video as always!

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast Месяц назад

      Was a great experience! Thanks mate

  • @MatHall
    @MatHall Месяц назад

    Yes mate, its called All the light you cannot see. I think it was Netflix. Very good series, shot in st malo. Great book too, my wife tells me! Right back to the vid..! Loving the new motorbike sightseeing vlog style!

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast Месяц назад

      Ah thanks mate. Yeah wasn't sure if it was bbc or Netflix?

    • @MatHall
      @MatHall Месяц назад

      Ahh the snorers. Always the best sleepers too. Need their own separate section of campsites...!:😂

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast Месяц назад

      @MatHall I totally agree!

  • @griffinf123
    @griffinf123 Месяц назад

    Some stunning scenery, particularly with the drone! Thanks for sharing 😊

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast Месяц назад

      It's a beautiful place! Thanks for watching :)

  • @anuj2775
    @anuj2775 Месяц назад

    Feel like heaven in Earth

  • @dral9971
    @dral9971 Месяц назад

    Tourism is dying by itself. Or rather, with climate change. There is no excuse for contributing to the climate disaster, there is no excuse for destroying the cultural heritage of other countries - however well-intentioned. And by the way, the heat in the Mediterranean countries is already a health hazard.

  • @WestGoesEast
    @WestGoesEast Месяц назад

    September

  • @wildSpiritboy857
    @wildSpiritboy857 Месяц назад

    When you was going through the abandoned building No respect you just pulled the paper leave it in place for the next people who go there don’t just pull it like it’s nothing

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast Месяц назад

      You're telling me the only thing you thought worthy of commenting on this video is because I moved a paper a few inches. If you watched all the video you would see the guide moving lots of items and it didn't seem to matter to her.

  • @OldFArt-gx9fh
    @OldFArt-gx9fh Месяц назад

    What month was this filmed?

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast Месяц назад

      September

    • @OldFArt-gx9fh
      @OldFArt-gx9fh Месяц назад

      @@WestGoesEast I’ll be there this September so your piece gave me a good idea on what to expect. Cheers.

  • @tavil5442
    @tavil5442 Месяц назад

    What type of clothing would you recommend to go in March?

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast Месяц назад

      Well it won't be freezing and won't be that hot. So perhaps take a coat but not a super thick one

  • @brightslumber
    @brightslumber Месяц назад

    Hiya - thank you for the video - did you end up staying / camping on the way? I'm very interested to understand if camping on the trial is possible.

    • @WestGoesEast
      @WestGoesEast Месяц назад

      Thanks for watching. I did camp on the trail yes... I had to go in the woods a bit (I think it's in the other vid) but if you are a bit more brasen there's plenty of spots

  • @althafpn9539
    @althafpn9539 Месяц назад

    thank you for this visual treat