Stranded in France (Vanlife Fiasco)
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- Опубликовано: 5 июл 2024
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For some reason we seem to attract vanlife drama and it happened again. We got stranded in France in the weirdest of ways. In the final vanlife video of our Europe series, we race back home for a funeral but get stuck along the way.
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2012/13: We both embarked on our own solo backpacking trips through Southeast Asia, where we would eventually meet at a hostel in the mountains of Thailand and begin traveling together. After a year and a half of backpacking around Southeast Asia & Australia, we returned home and to the corporate world!
2015: Travel Beans was born and we filmed our first videos on a road trip around Europe with friends! This was our biggest trip yet.. and you can go back and watch the entire adventure because we filmed ALL of it! This trip took us through Russia, Mongolia & China, on the longest railway journey in the world. Followed by highlights such as staying on a local island in the Maldives for a month, going on safari in Sri Lanka, couchsurfing & hitchhiking in Korea, seeing the snow monkeys in Japan, island hopping in the Philippines, trekking 60km through the centre of Myanmar, exploring the Indian Himalayas, and checking out some of the incredible US National Parks.
2016: Despite an unbelievably memorable year and a half of travels, which we were incredibly grateful to have had the privilege to experience.. we found ourselves in New York City, battling depression. At this point, we decided to go home and confront this problem head-on.
2017: After 6 tough months at home we decided to go away again, but this time with a goal in mind.. to turn travel into a lifestyle. We left the UK with just £500 in our bank account and a dream to make a continuous travel lifestyle happen! We both got online English teaching jobs to be able to fund our travels and to keep creating videos. We can't quite believe that our younger selves decided to take this plunge but we are so grateful they did as we are still on this journey today!
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Over the years, we've discovered that we LOVE road trips and even decided to renovate our very own little VWT4 van into a campervan to be able to enjoy vanlife and spend more time on the road. We are now the proud owners of 2 awesome little campers - one based in the UK and one that we keep in the USA. You'll often find us using one of these vans to explore Europe and North America. If you enjoy this kind of content we'd recommend checking out our Italy Road Trip series, USA vanlife series and our Japan in a Tiny Van series as well as our UK vanlife content.
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I am 86 and I always said if things, usually bad, didn’t happen , you would end up having no memories. Now that I am 86 I can tell you that is also true. all these bad things become adventures that your mind remembers and become a big part of your life…. quite enjoyable actually. Good things just become part of an overall memory and not specific in your memory at all. The exception
of course outstanding good things…like the birth of your baby or meeting your beloved always remain in your memory’s
Love this x
Me too!
You articulate so well how I feel after some of life's minor bumps. If you can see them as opportunities then it makes your life richer. 👍
Have 4 weeks off without a camera. No filming of any kind. Go somewhere nice and warm. Recharge your batteries.
Simple. Just have fun. We’ll go along for the ride.
If in the budget… Do a cruise trip to Alaska! And don’t skip the First Class Train Ride from Anchorage to Denali. You and your viewers would NOT regret any of it!
Maybe a "slow travel" series, where you pick one accommodation for 2 weeks but that still has interesting days out within an hours drive? Eg Bordeaux - city stuff, vinyard trips, arcachon on the train. Its still travel, but maybe more restful with a nearly toddler on the move? Or van life in NZ before Noah turns two and his ticket is a full fare? Break the journey up in Singapore and Australia?
Adblu faults are well known. My Ford transit developed a fault after parking on a steep hill in Sheffield during lockdown. It thought the tank was empty and went into limp mode all the way back to chester over some very steep hills. It took two days to reset itself and hasn’t done it since. The sensors in the tank often go faulty. The adblu crystallises when it’s exposed to air. I’m glad your van was okay after a simple reset.
I took delivery of a new Fiat Ducato based camper 2 years ago. First trip to France, we had the same problem with Adblu system and ditched in Dijon, sleeping on Fiat's forecourt on a Sunday night. They had to order a new part from Italy which took 10 days to arrive. Imagine my anxiety level rise as I watched your video and your need to get home. Well done in getting it sorted! 😊
Jeez that does not sound like fun at all having to wait 10 days! Since filming this we’ve heard that there is a very common issue with the adblue sensors in these vans.. not great!
@@TravelBeans I hear the same about the sensor. I think it's a known problem they haven't escalated as a recall. I didn't tell my partner about the warning until we were near a garage to save her the worry whilst we were skiing.
FIAT: Fix it again Tony
Next time you come to America, do a transatlantic cruise. The repositioning cruises do many stops and are less expensive. Y’all are such a sweet family and Noah Bean is so cute and chill.
Great idea
You guys just made me put my small diagnostic machine in my van for any possible resets needed.
I used to do fundraising for our kids' elementary school and I 100% would bring my cute 3 year old when I would go to businesses to ask them to sponsor the school. So glad the van was fixed super quickly! What a relief, especially after stressing!
Rick Steves always says "stressful experience + time = funny travel story" so you're set there!
The trouble with many channels is that however good, they can get stale. Your sincerity, evolving lives and "prediliction to attract interesting challenges" keeps me glued to your channel.
Sooo looking forward to whatever difference you come up with, and with your trump card - Noah. it promises a world of 'very different to anything before'.
Please keep staying you!
When you put Ad Blue in, do not immediately turn the ignition on. Turn it three quarters power, wait 30 seconds, then turn ignition on & you won’t have a problem.
We had the exact same issue with our Peugeot boxer van - after cold weather in the alps too! Ended up getting an ECU/mapping specialist to 'delete' the Adblue system from the onboard computer, far far cheaper than having the tank or other sensors replaced. Also a permanent solution and has no impact on MOT tests in the future, worth considering!
It’s a rental van
Happy 1st Mothers Day. ❤ Great servic at Peugeot, just the break you needed. Whatever you decide to do next I'm sure it will keep us entertained. ❤x
We found that when the adblue light didn't go out after we filled it up again that it was because we had to run the van for longer .
Short journeys weren't flushing it through.
When we went further and got up to speed on the motorway for a longer journey,the light went out.
That can happen but in this case it's a different problem, the adblue needs to sit for a while for it to get proper reading, this problem was still there next day.
We think you need a trip to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Unwind, enjoy the beaches, the food, it’s a very friendly family place. The locals all come out on Sundays with the kids and just enjoy the life. Cheers ❤
I've been watching what mischief you have been up to over the past few months this weekend - fantastic and most enjoyable vlog for me to stumble across - thank you for your honesty - can't imagine being in a campervan with a baby - I'll be staying tuned to see what you decide is the best fit for the next chapter of your journey
My husband and I love your videos. One idea that came to mind would be a European River cruise. There would be lots of variety like van life with the many stops but an itinerary/food/housing already planned and you don’t have to worries about all that.
One thing that helps driving in rain or snow is wearing sunglasses! That cuts down the glare and makes it easier on your eyes.😊
I love how you guys always find a way to laugh even when finding unwanted drama. I too have that same knack for finding unwanted drama. Lol I’ve evcepted something will always come up and I’ll just roll with it.
France seems to be the place for random strandings! Back in January, I was road tripping through France, Belguim and Luxembourg with my toddler and we almost got stranded in the middle of nowhere in France. But you're absolutely right about the bad stuff making a trip memorable - the highlight of that day was the carbonara (of all things!) we had in a supermarket cafe in this small rural town whilst I planned the way out of the situation we were in!
Trading in vanlife for another mode of travel right now sounds perfect! It would be lovely to have lodging with more room for your little guy to RUN! He'll be off and running soon! And maybe you could have space for the two of you to stay up past his bedtime. Wouldn't that be a treat? Just go do whatever it is that makes your wonderful little family happy!
They were so nice at that garage! Glad it tuned out so perfectly. I'd love to see some UK trips. Like historical villages and beautiful old buildings.
It is a pleasure to watch the videos you make because you are always in such a good mood!
So glad the fix was so quick and painless. You two have had too much drama - you need to chill and take sweet Noah to a warm weather place so you can actually relax.
hey we live near Limoges! It's not an industrial city 😂 It's the home of porcelain and there are some amazing old buildings there. Steeped in history. Glad you enjoyed it in the end though :)
I think it's about time you built a larger van, you know one that can accommodate you as a family, and I think Alex should be involved 🤣🤣🤣
That would be epic! Good idea!
Love to see you guys try canal boating 🚢 I think you will love it and the pace is your own. Xxxx
You’re 21 minutes from Oradour-Sur-Glane… something amazing to see.
An Alaskan cruise could be a nice change and you wouldn't be in charge of the boat so hopefully no issues there. Or a private yacht in warm waters somewhere. Or you could try out different/unique airbnb's, and plan to stay more than one night in each one so you have time to actually enjoy them and the surrounding area.
I'd love to see you travel Europe visiting new locations and staying in unique and quirky accommodations. I.e Cozy cottages, tree houses, places out of the ordinary. I'm so happy for you guys that your van was fixed so easily. Thanks for another great video!
Once the ad blue sensor kicks in, and you’ve put more in, all it needs is the sensor fault cleared.
It’s to prevent you continuing to drive without the additive going into the fuel mix.
Great video, I love you karma, good luck.
It's an certain fluid that helps diesel engine anti pollution systems do their job:
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diesel_exhaust_fluid
There's usually a separate tank and filler nozzle hardware for it in modern diesel powered vehicles.
Welcome to French vehicle's every single one of them after 2017. Any garage could of reset it to get you home probably 700 miles till it comes back.
Stressful of course, great outcome though!! Easy fix and no charge, always good. You are very brave to drive through the snow the way it was, very scary so close to a drop! Glad it wasn’t a total bust!
I suggest purchasing a vehicle computer code reader OBD2 (on board diagnostic s). Also make certain it can clear codes as well. You may not be able to repair the condition (like in your tour of the French Alps. This is what the mechanic did. He did not fix anything. ) but it will cancel the "Limp Mode" your rental van was suffering. Common issues are Emission Leaks caused by a dirty oxygen (O2 sensor). This is not dangerous. To be sure, look under the vehicle at the catalytic converter, if it is glowing red hot..that is bad. Get to a garage quickly. Beyond that, you will have a clue how severe the other codes are and can decide what the proper action will be for repair.
Another common emissions code is for a loose petrol cap. Tighten it and perhaps wipe the gasket off and apply a thin smear of Vaseline or any grease you have in your kit...bacon grease, hemorrhoid cream etc...to the rubber seal.
Glad all turned out well ❤
What a positive outcome. I am thrilled for you. So great to see you both smiling and laughing 😃
Across Canada in the van! Don't forget Nova Scotia!
OH MY GOODNESS, how stressful that was for you with the warning messages coming up in the van but how wonderful that it was such an easy fix by the dealership AND at no cost! Looking forward to your next adventure xxx
I enjoyed the hidden jewels you brought our attention to in England. Unusual bnb's and lovely towns to walk around are fun to see.
Thank you for turning sad to happy
Wow your relief was palpable through the screen! Great result
Maybe you could go on a cruise? I know they aren't the most "exotic" types of trips, but with little Noah you may really appreciate the change and infrastructure around it.
shes always happy i like that about her
Never a dull moment with you guys! 😂 Glad it wasn't serious!
WOW you packed a lot into that vlog! So sorry for your loss that had to put a under lying stress to the trip home. Alex is so creative I wonder what he had planned for Emma. I love how you embrace a challenge and end up having a good adventure. As a suggestion how about a river cruse? Your love for exploring new places and the joy/comfort of reliable transportation and accommodation all in one package!?
I love how you guys are never deterred from Vanlife. Most people give up before they even start but y’all are just trooping on. You’re amazing❤
Yes but now there is a young child involved and they are taking risks for nothing. This kind of van/weather is not good for him. He is restricted and has little interaction with others
Assuming that you are at home now - how about a walk round the Nature Reserves on the somerset levels and finding a Bittern in Ham Wall / West Hay or watching the flocks of birds at Steart Marshes. Ham Wall looks up to Glastonbury Tor and in early light can be spectatular. You have the lighthouse at Brean or the wreck that only surfaces when the tide is going out . Just because they are on your doorstep doesnt mean to say that they should be taken for granted
Looking forward to your next adventure. Noah is just precious.🐨🦘♥️
I love that you keep it real. What you share feels like it could very easily be replicated on my budget. ❤
The relief. ❤❤❤
You could do a trip where you stay in all the most quirkiest airbnbs / rentals you can possibly find
That sounds like good fun!
Yes!
This is perfect ❤❤
I would love you to show more unique and affordable Airbnbs, maybe in the Azores?
Noah is the cutest!!!! He's the perfect Beautiful Beans addition!
It's called a add blue doser, when they idle for to long or have a contaminate from the add blue the error message will appear. 9 times out of 10 a simple reset will clear the code and sort the issue in some instants the message will appear again and it normally means the doser pump has pack up.
At least you had a bonus stay! Glad it was a simple solution in the end! Cheers from downunder Melbourne! Enjoy all your trials and tribulations plus the good times of course!
Very pleased for the out come in France you both keep smiling regards dave in spain xx
Great video! I had a hard time not skipping ahead or reading the comments to find out the outcome.😂
Anything about food is entertaining to a lot of people.
I don't know if you have done it before, but a canal narrow boat trip might be interesting. Or, maybe a tropical cruise. Your luck at the dealership could be the start of a run of good luck.
Have to admit that after 27 years living in France, I was feeling a bit pessimistic about the situation at the Peugeot dealership. Customer service (outside of restaurants) can be a bit rubbish - and from experience we've not had the best service from Renault garages. But then again, I live in the Paris region. So that probably changes my outlook. Great that things got sorted. Playing the baby card won't work for us now, son is 17 and very big and tall, daughter is 13. Make the most of it. LOL
Great to see you back, you’ve been missed on here and Patreon. France is so beautiful I worked there for a year on Euro Disney and now I’ve a motorhome I can’t wait to go back and get to see so much more.
On a side note I support you on Patreon and for the last 4 months I’ve been on the 2nd highest level but haven’t seen the end credits change at all, is there something I need to do?
Regarding your future plans I’d love to see you doing what ever is good for your family.
Happy Mother’s Day! Glad things worked out 😊. Mixed travel is great! I am not a van traveller so I am looking forward to some new ideas!
I have missed you guys I love you guys stay safe
I am so sorry to watch this video now as you could have visited with us. We would have happily hosted you. Limoges is such a beautiful city
Bonjour happy Mother's Day.🌹
Happy first Mother’s Day !! What an adventure!!
Glad you got sorted. You can buy your own diagnostic computer for reasonable cost and you could have reset it yourself. But it would be a very scary situation when you don’t know what’s happening.
Alex! Emma! Noah! :) We love your videos, thank you for all the effort you put into them. Happy Happy Mothers Day Emma, you are both wonderful parents :)
We think you should do a series meeting other RUclipsrs.
Re the AdBlue, when it gets really low, you need to fill it up quite a lot to get the sensor to reset, did you fill it up to the top?
The Adblue tank takes 9.5ltrs, when ours is low, 5ltrs isn't enough to clear the warning.
x
Happy mothers day Emma!! What a crazy trip you guys had! So many memories ~ sorry for the loss you guys had. Highs and lows in life that keep us all going and to live life to its fullest
Hi. My wife and I live about 1 1/2 hours south of Limoges and your wonderful garage experience there is no surprise to us at all !! In 20 years of living here that is the sort of thing we have often experienced. The locals around us are so nice. Should you still be looking to buy a property abroad why not come here ? David and Chris
Thank you, Beans, for sharing! This was fun❤
Being stuck in France isn't a bad place..It's about to be my second home when I finish my apartment but I am in the Northwest❤
Local west country trips out would be really great! I particularly enjoyed your visits to Bruton, Nunney & Bath. More please.....😊
Nice video guys! We had the Adblue system error on our old Audi TDI in Spain driving to the Ferry in Bilbao with our 2 kids, it thankfully reset itself on and off a few times to get us home but totally relate to the stress and anxiety of it. I sold the diesel in the end and got a petrol instead to avoid it next time
Glad is was an easy fix for you guys!! Noah starting to steal your show...what a cute kid. Come back to the states and use your van here,, but just for transportation! Stay in some hotels/Airbnb and so on. We miss you. Back in 1980 on my cross country van life trip,,, a 1977 VW bus,, I had two mechanical issues. A light came on warning me about something. I found a dealer in Minnesota and they looked at the van for a bit,,, reset the light and sent me on our way,,, no charge! Mid-westerners are the nicest. In San Diego the back hatch lock broke and needed replacement. A kid from the dealer there spent an hour replacing it in the parking lot, sliced his hand open and wouldn't take anything put the price of the new lock! I forced him to take $20 to buy some beers for the guys. There are still some nice people in the world!
Ooh... excited for what's next! ❤
Glad this problem was easy to fix. I totally understand needing to mix up your travel. Looking forward to see where the world takes you 🌎
It's not an adventure unless something goes wrong! May you have many happy adventures in the future.
Yep right attitude, just go with the flow. No point in stressing it’s out of your hands when shops are closed. We have learnt since Covid not to worry about breakdowns or plane change itinerary now, of course it helps that we don’t have to rush home to work either. 😘love from Aussie.
Awesome that things turned out well.
Many beautiful journeys ahead 🎉.
I think you should go somewhere, where you can just chiil.and noah can perfect his walking.🌞
So sorry you are having to experience all the bad luck but you handle it well. I was living in Canyon Lake, TX when you van caught fire there. I think I had just started watching your channel. I’m sending you good vibes and blessings for better and happier days! Safe travels!
Aaawwww....the little guys walking!😊
you both are so positive even though you are experiencing some difficult challenges on your adventures it can only get better always looking forward to the videos you post ....
I’m sure I speak for fellow viewers who want to see a wedding next. You are such a cute couple, clearly devoted to each other and Little Man…
Looks like our Wisconsin winters here in the states.
Train trips both UK and Europe
I would love to see you buy a property somewhere that had a place you could live in and a place you could do up, and then just a vlog of the week, a little bit slower paced, more bird watching action that matched the seasons. Scotland maybe?
Oh my gosh the exact same thing happened to us in a Renault van that we hired in the UK and drove to Hamburg on Easter weekend. Renault garage was on a backlog from Easter and we just had to pray that the van survived as we drove back across Holland watching the countdown.... We changed all our plans and it turned out we would have been fine anyway. I 100% understand the anxiety you were feeling!
Great family , sending you loads of LOVE ❤❤❤
You guys are so resilient! Wherever you go next I love seeing a food tour of local goodies
Had to Google what adblue is. Still not 100% sure what your issue was, but glad you got it sorted.
Space trip ? OK, you can’t. What about eastern Europe, by train only ? That’d be quite a challenge.
It's April 22nd where I am watching and Mother's Day isn't for weeks. Interesting, thought it was a consistent holiday.
Happy Mother’s Day! Cheers!
wherever you go you lovely people... I'll be watching because you are fun and always have a surprise element in your vlogs ... take care
This happened to me the weekend before New Years, when everything would be closed for days. I paid $500 to a mobile mechanic who saved the day!
Happy 1st Mother’s Day Emma! ❤