The TRUTH about our EUROPE Trip - What did we really think of Benidorm?

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  • Опубликовано: 29 ноя 2024

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  • @AndyandRose2
    @AndyandRose2 Год назад +8

    Thanks, great video. Please, please ignore any negative and personal comments you get, you really don’t need to worry. You pair as a couple and the content you give us is great and very much appreciated. Take care and looking forward to your future vlogs

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад +1

      Thank you once again your support it's amazing and keeps us going, makes it easier to ignore the negative comments. Happy travels 😊

  • @juliepritchard5749
    @juliepritchard5749 5 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you so much for information, really informative. You are a lovely couple so please keep going. ❤❤

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  5 месяцев назад

      Hi and thank you so much. We are glad it's of benefit to you, happy travels 😊

  • @andyokoroafo5035
    @andyokoroafo5035 Год назад +1

    Thanks, very truthful roundup, and mirrors our view of a very similar trip.

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад +1

      Thank you, we say it as we experience it so everyone gets a good idea of what to expect. Happy travels 😊

  • @outandaboutmd
    @outandaboutmd Год назад +2

    Guys, that was a great vlog. NEVER worry about negativity, you are allowed to have your own opinions from the experience you have. We have really enjoyed watching your Spanish trip and it has helped us choose places that we will visit in February.

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад

      Thank you for your kind words it's really appreciated, happy travels 😊

  • @raymondc5473
    @raymondc5473 11 месяцев назад +1

    This is the first time we watched you, it popped up on YT. My wife started watching it and she said, "we'll watch this, these two seem real" and we thoght that the vlog was excellent. We live in Spain, up in a mountain village, you guys intoduced us to a lot of Spain just on this video. We may go back next year and a narrowboat or camper will be part of our plans, so thanks both for a great vlog and we'll explore your channel for tips and advice.

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you for your lovely comment we really do appreciate it. How amazing living in a mountain village in Spain i bet you have amazing views 😊Hope you find our videos useful for your adventures. Happy travels 😊

  • @malcblakey7828
    @malcblakey7828 Год назад +1

    Thank you, that was really informative, enjoyed it. Keep on rolling…😊 Colleen

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад

      Thank you very much glad you enjoyed it, happy travels 😊

  • @davidmatthews3093
    @davidmatthews3093 7 месяцев назад +1

    To travel through France off the autoroutes you would probably save an hour a day and see much more. Interestingly you took the toll autoroute on one part where the N road is both quicker, shorter and free.

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  7 месяцев назад

      This was our first trip out of the UK in our motorhome and we were chasing the sun. We decided to get to spain quickly as we had only 4 weeks. We used our SatNav to guide us and with it being our first time we are not going to be as clued up as you. We are heading back through France next week

  • @richarddenley7172
    @richarddenley7172 Год назад +1

    Looking forward to seeing your Scotland videos.

  • @davidmarek72
    @davidmarek72 11 месяцев назад +1

    Sorry to hear about the trolls and negativity, please try and ignore them - they're only jealous! We love watching your videos and great to see the breakdown and summary of your trip - keep up the great work and thanks for all the effort you put in to vlog what you do so that we can all benefit 😊

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you for your kind words it means so much to us, we love doing what we do and glad if it can help people along there journey. Happy travels 😊

  • @balihaiadventures
    @balihaiadventures Год назад +1

    Great video both, informative and honest review of your trip. Taking a couple of months to travel Spain and France over Jan and Feb and it was good to hear your feedback from your experiences. Thanks again.

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад

      Thank you very much, i'm sure you will have an amazing adventure. Very exciting and glad our videos could help in some way. Happy travels 😊

  • @neildavies6197
    @neildavies6197 11 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks for the costings. We are planning our first trip next April for 6 weeks around Spain.

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  11 месяцев назад

      Hi, have fun and enjoy every minute as it goes so fast. happy travels 😊

  • @Johnfrater47
    @Johnfrater47 11 месяцев назад +1

    Really enjoying ya vlogs, you say it as it is, as truthful and unbiased as you can, i follow many van folk and campers, have met a couple, but as in life there are always odd ones that let the side down, clickbaiters, judging places by site costs and begging. I'm not a troll, i say it as i see it, i will praise and slap you with equal measures, i will forward this to other vloggers that i enjoy following. Safe journeys and keep on vlogging

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  11 месяцев назад

      Thank you for you comment we really appreciate your honesty, like you we say it how we see it giving others a truthful vision of our experience. Happy travels 😊

  • @Fable3000
    @Fable3000 Год назад +3

    Hi Guys - super blog and I have been following your whole trip and the summary was great, I was disappointed with what you say about people personally criticising you, without people like you, others will not get the valuable information we need, so you keep up with the excellent work and I think people do not realise how much work goes into what you do with the videos. And I did chuckle to myself when you stopped at that park and ride site in Canterbury, I have lived here all my life and I did not realised it was for motorhomes as well, so it goes to show we all live and learn, once again thanks for the videos 👍

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад

      Thank you very much it's really what we do it for to help others with their adventures as we have been helped on ours. Even we watch vlogs and gain useful information as learning never stops. Glad you enjoyed the content and it was of use to you. Happy travels 😊

  • @EddieHulme
    @EddieHulme Год назад +1

    Love following your videos and it has been great following you . We hope to follow in your footsteps in the future.

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад

      Aww Thank you very much that's such a nice thing to say 😊

  • @andymurray8935
    @andymurray8935 11 месяцев назад +1

    Great video- Thank you

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  11 месяцев назад

      Thank you very much we are glad you enjoyed it. 😊

  • @daviddrysdale693
    @daviddrysdale693 11 месяцев назад +1

    Really informative thanks!

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  11 месяцев назад

      Thank you, happy travels 😊

  • @richardbroadstairs5862
    @richardbroadstairs5862 6 месяцев назад +2

    Next time you go to benidorm go to the old town and make your way to la Carla ,at the far end of the benidorm beach.plenty of restaurants and a much quieter area.you will find most of the spanish families go there and chill out.carry on camping and good travelling.

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  6 месяцев назад

      Hi and thank you, we totally agree old town all the way 😊Happy travels

  • @ericapearson9925
    @ericapearson9925 Год назад +1

    Great video I 35:56 really enjoyed it and so informative.We are planning on going to France and Spain in our camper.Ignore the negative people they obviously have issues.If I was use I would just delete and block the people who leave negative feedback.Keep the videos coming x

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад

      Thank you so much we really do appreciate it, enjoy your trip away i'm sure you will have some great adventures. Happy travels 😊

  • @dawnallard6841
    @dawnallard6841 Год назад +1

    We use a mix of tolls and D roads. If we just want to get on, we use the tolls, but if we have more time we will mix it with D roads. Many of the D roads are very good and run parallel with the toll roads, but you do get a lot of changes to speed limits and loads of roundabouts. The plus side of the D roads is you go through lots of smaller quirky villages, with markets and cheaper fuel and they almost will all have an aire.

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад +1

      Thank you that good information as like you say it depends if your looking to just get on or take your time, i think mixing it up is a great way and something we would try next time. Happy travels 😊

  • @user-LindaLee
    @user-LindaLee Год назад +2

    Thanks for your vd it’s very informative and very much needed x ignore the negative comments
    We hope to buy a motorhome next year to do exactly what your doing now so these vd really are helping us xx ❤Linda

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад +1

      Thank you for you nice comment, we are so glad it's helping people with their journey. Happy travels 😊

  • @davidmatthews3093
    @davidmatthews3093 7 месяцев назад

    It sounds as thou you missed the Cours des Dames and the medieval part of La Rochelle as well! It’s a thriving resort with fantastic restaurants, wonderful medieval architecture and a fascinating history.

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  7 месяцев назад

      We want to visit again at some point as we only stayed one night and are aware that there is much more to see and do. Thank you

  • @fredwhelan5727
    @fredwhelan5727 Год назад +1

    Absolutely love you 2. Having watched so many motorhome and caravan loggers over the years I just love the way you say it as you see it. We have caravaned on & off for 40 years and have more or less done your trip through France and Spain and was a pleasure to watch you video. Very envious of your Kon Tiki but have to stick to a caravan because we love touring in the car once we pitch up. Honeymooned in Benidorm in 1975 as 19 & 24yrs old and been back many times but always avoid the strip. Look forward to seeing your future trips. We are off to Croatia in the van in May then back to Spain in July/August with the grand girls in the van. Kind regards and safe travels from Fred & Jackie ❤

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад

      Hi Fred & Jackie, thank you we appreciate your kind words and glad you have enjoyed our journey. Your journey over the years sounds amazing and we are envious of that just hope we can make as many memories as you both have. Happy travels 😊

  • @GregoryFarrell-g1r
    @GregoryFarrell-g1r Год назад

    Very well done to you both. Loved your approach & hard work putting it all together.

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад

      Thanks so much for your support it means the world to us hearing that, happy travels 😊

  • @suzybeetravels
    @suzybeetravels Год назад +2

    Great break down both. We are tight so don't use tolls 😂
    But we are planning on spending more time exploring France this year 😊xx

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад +1

      Thank you, we will try no tolls next time just to see the difference in cost with fuel or you can do that for us in your vlog 🤔🤣 Enjoy your trip we will be watching and supporting 😊❤️

  • @MrLukeJohn
    @MrLukeJohn Год назад +1

    I really enjoyed the series and have watched along and enjoyed the show. The cost is irrelevant but I think for what you paid that is superb for a month, it cost my family of six almost £5K for 10 nights at Magic Rock in Benidorm earlier this year. Thanks for travel and here is to many more.

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад +1

      Thank you very much for your support and glad you enjoyed the content, happy travels 😊

  • @lawrencewatters5448
    @lawrencewatters5448 Год назад +1

    Great 😊

  • @startaylor123
    @startaylor123 Год назад +1

    Stunning vlogs 🥰🍻🍾🍾🍾

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад +1

      Thank you very much we appreciate it a lot 😊 Happy travels 😊

  • @Sue-mh6wi
    @Sue-mh6wi Год назад +1

    Hi guys, thanks for the recap, very helpful 👍 glad you had a great time. Can’t understand some people can you! No need for negative or nasty comments . I think you’re both doing a Sterling job. Just let it go over your heads. Can’t wait to see where and what you’re up to next. Safe travels❤

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад

      Thank you very much glad the recap was of benefit, happy travels 😊

  • @FieldviewAdventures
    @FieldviewAdventures Год назад +1

    Love watching you guys and this was really a great vlog to show the true cost and a great comparison fir us as we did t use the tolls ❤ can’t wait to have a get together in January with you both 😊

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад

      Aww thank you and we love watching you guys too, Looking forward to catching up when your back 😊❤️

  • @dawnpugh4007
    @dawnpugh4007 Год назад +1

    Great vlog! very informative,I agree block the trolls.

  • @michaellane597
    @michaellane597 Год назад +1

    Love watching your videos, always very well presented and very informative. I really enjoyed watching your European tour. Try and ignore the negative comments, seems to be a lack of respect to people these days and a lot of jealousy around. I know the amount of time it takes to create and edit videos, not got a RUclips channel but have created videos myself and the content you provide is free to people. keep up the good work and look forward to your future vlogs. take care, thank you. Michael.

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад

      Thank you very much we really do appreciate it, happy travels 😊

  • @chrissey663
    @chrissey663 Год назад +1

    Really appreciate your honesty, thanks both🎉 if I'm honest I've never fancied Benidorm for the reasons you've highlighted, 1 question Spain or France? I've always fancied a week or 2 in France seems friendly and clean.
    Can't wait for your next travel well done guys xx

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад

      Thank you so much. The answer to your question for us would be both as they have different benefits however if i had to pick we do prefer Spain but some don't, we will be exploring France more at some point so maybe as it's 1-2 weeks explore France and if it's not for you next time move on the Spain. It's a hard one because everyone is different so try and see where it takes you. Hopefully that's helped a little. Happy travels 😊

  • @Black_Country
    @Black_Country Год назад +2

    Hi did you include the cost of the tunnel in your total?

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад +1

      Great point, I didn’t and don't know how it slipped my mind. I used Tesco clubcard to exchange with the fee so paid £100 for a return trip. ~Full cost was would of been £300. Thanks for pointing that out 🤦‍♂️ Happy travels 😊

  • @Torridon22
    @Torridon22 11 месяцев назад +1

    Great vlog! What options do you have if you run out of the 90 days you can stay in Europe? I think after Brexit you are limited to 90 days.

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  11 месяцев назад

      Hi, you get 90 days within 180 days part of the Schengen requirement. There is a little more to it depending on how you use your time in Europe however there are calculators online you can use. If you outstay your entitlement you will be fined, deported, and you could even be banned. Hope this helps. Happy travels 😊

  • @micksparrow8214
    @micksparrow8214 Год назад +1

    Great informative video I love your down to earth vlog and well presented. Glad you just ignore the negative comments sounds like keyboard warriors. I think if they are monitored for this sort of bad behaviour they should be struck off RUclips altogether. Your trip has certainly give me inspiration to do a trip similar next year.

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад

      Thank you so much it's always appreciated having the support of others like yourself, You will definitely have a great adventure doing that trip as well did. Happy travels 😊

    • @micksparrow8214
      @micksparrow8214 Год назад +1

      @@lifes4touring I had to laugh I actually sent the message to another RUclips channel Extreme adventures. I think I need to watch less videos

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад

      Thats funny 🤣

  • @christopherrichardson9942
    @christopherrichardson9942 Год назад +1

    I love your production style. It is like you are just talking across my living room

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад +1

      Thank you very much it's nice it comes across that way, happy travels 😊

  • @lindam4308
    @lindam4308 Год назад +1

    It was brilliant watching your holiday. Totally agree Block nasty peeps. Humans can be cruel 😢. A just don't see what they get out of it. We have one life live it being happy, I'm ranting 😂 but it gets to me 😂. Ur holiday looked amazing 👍

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад +1

      Aww thank you very much we appreciate your kind words, happy travels 😊

  • @davidmatthews3093
    @davidmatthews3093 7 месяцев назад

    Santander in the U.K. and Spain are two different companies. They share only the name.

  • @davidmatthews3093
    @davidmatthews3093 8 месяцев назад

    Shame you missed the old town in Tours.

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  7 месяцев назад

      It was only a one night stop and we didn't find out about the old town until afterwards or we would have chosen to visit there instead

  • @kurts_aviation
    @kurts_aviation Год назад +2

    they are just jealous of you take no notice of the trolls and such like

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад

      Thank you for your support it's very much appreciated, happy travels 😊

  • @TraceyKnights-v4d
    @TraceyKnights-v4d Год назад +2

    Enjoy your channel please take no notice of negative twats😂❤

    • @lifes4touring
      @lifes4touring  Год назад

      Thank you very much we appreciate it lots, happy travels 😊