We begin to melt - Orléans, Sully-sur-Loire, Sancerre
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- Опубликовано: 11 янв 2024
- Join us, Carol & Ken, on our latest adventure in France in our little red Nissan NV200 campervan. In this video, after a relaxing start to the day topping up the battery via the solar panel, we head into Orléans for the evening.
Our next stop is Sully-sur-Loire with its pretty château, then after a lunch stop in Blancafort we arrive in Sancerre.
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This episode was filmed 15th & 16th June 2023.
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Hi everyone. We hope you enjoy our video. Tonight we are spending our last night in the Little Red Camper at a secret location in the UK. The last trip will be coming soon in the meantime enjoy France ❤
Enjoy your last night. You will remember all the good times you had with the little red camper 🙏. Can't wait to see your new van though and the name you will give it 😊
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Have a great last night in The Little Red Camper
Enjoy your last night in the little red camper!
There are a lot of people doing van contents .However, in your case you both have brought me through many dark times in my life by going on holiday with you both via these videos. Contents and the way you both put the videos together are so professional. I'd like to thank you both as we come to an end to the little red van and venture into a new era with the new van .Ken and Carol, thank you so much for all you have done and shared so far and now let the new adventures begin.
That is a lovely comment. We are glad that our videos helped ❤️
That’s nice to hear..Ken.
When my French grandfather came to the US, he liked our bread because it didnt hurt his mouth.
I agree with him 😁👍
Love that Piece of music specially flying over the castle. I’ve been watching for a long time yes I’m a silent watcher lol 😮
Thanks for watching 🙂👍
We carry a couple of fans. A small ( 12v) one is fixed above our bed ( we have a fixed bed) and a portable mains one. We use sites so power isn’t a problem. We find, even in Southern France, these are enough to at least let us sleep etc and sit in comfort. French sites, while clean etc, tend to be more informal than UK ones. We’ve not used Aires, we tow a trailer / car and are a bit large for them, but my brother does and loves them. I recommend St Emilion, near Bordeaux.
we agree fans can make all the difference when it’s hot, thanks for the recommendation👍
So pretty ,what a beautiful place that village.
Yes, thank you 🙂
Next time you go to France, ask for du pain bien blanc, or une baguette pas trop cuite 😉
The chipolatas in France are amazing. If you like them a bit spicy, but not hot, i would suggest you try 'merguez' . They are more red, thats what we use on BBQ or in Morocan or Algerian Couscous.
Thanks for the tips👍
Thanks for the shout-out Ken and Carol. Really pleased you enjoyed Sully-sur-Loire it is a lovely area adjacent to the Loire. We stopped at the free Aire at the end of the Château road, very popular with a car park next to it that was also used by Motorhomes. Loving your French trip and where you stayed in comparison to our last trip there, giving us more ideas. Good luck with your new van x
Thanks for the recommendation we loved it 👍
Another great video thanks for sharing 😊
I had exactly the same problem when I was in France and my little girl had a sore mouth from the overly crusty bread. It took me ages to explain myself and I was embarrassed to find a huge queue of locals behind me when I finally emerged with a Viennese stick. When I said ‘doux’, they thought I meant ‘sweet’.
Thanks for the advice 🙂👍
Thats why we have bug screen on trailers , caravans etc. AUSTRALIA that is. Plus plenty of bug repellents. Mozzes can be HUGE.
@@katewebber1131 too true 🙂
So relaxing to watch you both enjoying yourselves, particularly after a long working week, I can almost taste Carol's glass of wine 🍾 Thanks so much, looking forward to next week, already 😄❤️🚐
Carol really enjoyed that wine so cheers 😁👍
Another fantastic Vlog! So much to see in France, something I can never get tired of.
Look forward to the next episode 🙂
So nice to see some sunshine, we’ll miss the little red van but we are excited for your new one. The Chateau looked like something from Disneyland. Are we right in thinking that Sancere is where the wine is from? All the best to you both, the Monty Python part had us belly laughing 😂
Yes funny, didn’t like the weather then but would be happy for a bit of it now 😁👍
Interesting how we feel about God.
No building a grotto!! Think all those feathers were from the swan parents. They pull their feathers out once the cygnets hatch. Once the feathers grow back, it’s time for the cygnets to leave home. Especially enjoyed the drone with the music and the little birds. Thanks for sharing 😊
I never knew that about swans. 👍 I do the same with knives and forks every time I see a Chinese takeaway 😁👍
@@LifeistooshortCK 🤣🤣
Who needs planes when you've got the little red camper 😊
We agree ! 😁👍
Lovely! The cathedral is wonderful. That stained glass!
I like to light a candle when I visit a church. In that moment I have a quiet chat with my ma and pa...
Lovely. They will hear you ❤️
Some beautiful music on this vlog guys. Loving the French life in the sun ❤
Well this was lovely & relaxing 😎 It looks absolutely stunning there, but too hot for me, I’d be joining in with the wet towel on my head 🤭 All the food looked scrumptious, really enjoyed. Drone footage was brilliant! Thanks both, Em & G 💜
Glad you enjoyed it
Great to watch your video this evening, really warmed me up after a cold miserable day here today. 👍🐸
We had the same weather 👍
What à beautiful vidéo, village, towns, castles etc. Wishing you a great last night in your little red camper..probably a nostalgic evening for you. Thank you for sharing. Regards from Québec, Canada.
Only catch up on this video now guys. Stunning. Some beautiful food and scenery.
Lovely drone footage too.
Thank you for sharing .
Hi kids from Spain. Glad to hear that you are enjoying being off the beaten track in France. It is a lovely country with so many places to visit and enjoy.
Hi to you both. Hope you are well. 👍
National hat day today.. Jan 15th. Lol.
Hari Om
Stunning architecture, delicious foodables, info-bytes and easy banter... what's not to love?! YAM xx
I love your drone shots x
Hello you two, this was a smashing one! And Ken you never can go wrong with MP.
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it 🙂
Enjoyed it very much, tres bien. Now we have to visit france someday somewhere😂
Definitely recommend it. Bien sûr 🙂👍
Beautiful video!
Thanks guys that was a lovely video 👍
Best video yet. I really enjoyed it. Best wishes.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great
Now I really want to go back to France! Thanks for another interesting video. It had it all!
I do love your drone footage and music combos. Excited and counting down to your first video in the new van 😊
Hey guys thank you for your excellent content in 23.
Looking forward to your new van (although will miss the little red camper,)
And your new adventures.
Ps maybe we should speak to God when things are going good too, 🙏
I think that would be a good idea in this mad world 👍
@@LifeistooshortCK take care guys 😎
Lovely video, thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Sorry I've not contacted you in your last few film still watch them and still loved them can't wait for the new van to come oh happy new year ❤
Such a fabulous video from the Loire - thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Another great video. Loved the look of that Château and the cathedral was truly beautiful. Loved the hushed tones commentary Carol. 😊🐕🚙
Glad you enjoyed it!
I've never been to France. It looks wonderful 😍🏰
It is a wonderful country. Very easy to camp in France 👍
Hello Carol & Ken enjoy your last night in the The little Red Camper😁 Great vid 😁
I’m really enjoying this France excursion. Enjoy the last night in little red! Mary
Thanks Mary ❤️
Great relaxing watch guys - escaping heat is the mission for sure even if it is in someone’s car park you use lol …. Great parkup to - thank you for producing
Thanks guys. We will be watching your latest episode once we have got the van back in order 😁👍
This was another wonderful vlog. Your photography and drone footage is superb.
Thank you so much!
Really enjoy your videos guys,, beautiful france ,nothing beats french bread 🥖
We agree!
Hi again from Sacramento, California. OMG, I was born in Orleans. This video is amazing❤
Glad you enjoyed it!
An excellent video - the drone shots in that evening light at the end of the video were spectacular 😊
Cheers Andy 🙂👍
Hello guys I joined you tonight from Carlisle, Arkansas USA.
Hi Daniel 👍
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That was a lovely video again. That Tilley hat though Ken.......lol. Cheers guys.
😁👍 Yes I need a better hat
Cela ressemble à un « surrey avec une frange sur le dessus » avec votre toile d'ombrage. Profitez de votre voyage. Kia Ora from New Zealand. 💜💜
Haha. We remember that film! Thanks Xavier 👍🙂
The wine dripping on the inside of the glass is called the tears or the legs and is an indication of the alcohol level not necessarily quality. Great video btw👍
Thanks for putting us right 🙂👍
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Really enjoy your videos and the beautiful places you visit. How do you find such amazing park ups? Thank you 🙏
We use an App called Park4Night and sometimes spot places on Google Maps.
Hi guys enjoy your last night in little red,we bought our 2012 Nv200 last october after watching your vlogs on yours,you covered everything very well,there is not another review out there that is so thorough,we look forward to watching you at night we find you both very relaxing & interesting & cant wait to see the new edition,maybe a trip up to the do the Northumberland 250 this summer,(we live on the coast there) best wishes chris & caroline👍🏻.
That is an idea👍 Hope you are enjoying your van.
@@LifeistooshortCK we love it,spent 2 nights in it with our dachshund seeing in the new year🥂.
Beautiful shot of the castle from the bridge. Carol looks pretty adept at using that knife Ken, you better be good to her. Great drone shots. Good photo of the rabbit. The background music was excellent as well.
She is a dangerous lady Larry. Hope you are feeling ok 👍
@@LifeistooshortCK I’m halfway thru my treatments and no nausea or vomiting. Just losing my hair but at 75 who cares and small price to pay.
Thanks for asking.
Enjoy watching your latest vlog with a nice cuppa tea 🍵 😋 ❤ loved the finale with the drone footage & music 🎶 just finished off a nice enjoyable vlog 👌soooo how is the last van life trip in the little Red camper going Ken & Carole 🤔🤔
Glad you enjoyed it. We’re keeping cosy in little red but don’t want to give too much away 😉😁
@@LifeistooshortCK ha ha! Playing your cards very close to your chest 🤣👌
Hello, for the bread, ask for "pain de mie"
Thanks ❤️
'Pain de mie' would be like the sliced bread you get in the UK. I would just ask for 'une baguette pas trop cuite'.
@@miettemeg568 thanks for the clarification 👍🙂
I hope you have seende Jaques Tati, The feast in the village, Jour de fete^. It is a spledid film! First and last the old Lady with the gott.....rapidite'! Good new year! In the new camper! 🕊🇸🇪
I'll check it out!
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Hi both. Lovely park up at the start. Claud was screaming “No! No! No!” as Carole was cutting the baguette into ‘thirds’…she could see the first one was going to be too big lol. We were beginning to wonder whether France had any hills at all so the scenery around the town was good to see. You know you’re not in the UK when you cheer because the sun’s gone behind the clouds lol. Thank you again for recommending one of our videos. You really have been too generous. We do intend to repay the favour at some point. However, we think a much bigger thank you is required for not showing Ken in his undies!!! The flannel on the head we can cope with but I’m not sure the RUclips community is ready for the other lol. Happy to show you around Cannock Chase in the spring if you want to see some adders yourselves. Take care x
Oh and we do hope you’ve had a perfect last night in Little Red. End of an era 😢
Yes we would love an Adder spot 👍
@@LifeistooshortCK coolio. Do you have any trips up north planned?
Sully-sur-Loire is really beautiful. I especially enjoyed the drone shot 👍. Thank you
Wow thank you Anita we appreciate your support ❤️❤️❤️
Oh-oh-whoa-oh, oh-oh-whoa-oh
Caught up in the action I've been looking out for you
Oh-oh-whoa-oh, oh-oh-whoa-oh
Tell me can you feel it? Tell me can you feel it? Tell me can you feel it?.......
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Best ravel videos on RUclips, really enjoying the series. What navigation app are you guys using on your iPad as I notice you have the speed in kph on display alongside the map?
Keep up the great work and good luck with the new van👍
Pocket Earth and Speedometer 55 Pro
Perfect, thank you
You really should get a small stove for outside. Keep the heat outside.
Yes it would help a lot.
Hi! Love your videos. In the last one I loved the song near the end. I searched for it by some of the lyrics on Google. Couldn’t find it. Could you please tell me what songs you played? Thanks in advance.
If can make a comment on the video you can give the time in the video we will look it up 👍
24:12
@@BenMM473 that is Breathe by Max Apollo.
I love the music towards the end. Who sang that song about the beating heart? Thanks for the journeys; I’m in USA Missouri
The track in Sancerre is Kindness and Courage by Kolby Knickerbocker or the one at the end is Breathe by Max Apollo.
Ask for a baguette de pain Bien Blanc, this should be a bread not over baked
Thanks for letting us know. We will try that next time 🙂👍
All so lovely .. the entrance fees for places abroad are they comparable with prices here …I know you have your national trust passes but other than that ….more expensive ? Less ? Or mor free entry places than here ? …… I love a lot of the music you use ….we were given an Amazon echo dot for Christmas ..I asked it to play light classical music and it played very similar music to the music you use
Much cheaper 👍
@@LifeistooshortCK thanks …I think a lot of people loose out because of the high entrance fees to a lot of places here not only that now if we want to park at the sea front in some places there are parking meters which is a shame….
For the baguette you need to ask for une baguette pas trop cuite/ blanche
Thanks Pam 🙂👍
The baguettes can be a bit of a challenge for us more mature citizens and the French mainly use them to dunk in their soups and sauces. I found asking for "Du Pain" which is a much thicker version of the baguette gives you more bread and less crust, a bit easier on the mouth. They are bigger but it's quite common to ask for a "demi pain" and they happily cut it in half for you.
@@alandavidge1273 thanks for the info. That’s really useful 🙂👍
First, I was waiting for You. Just in time.
Hi Lars. Thanks for watching ❤️👍
@@LifeistooshortCK I cant stop watching Your videos, they are so entertaning and in a very good Quality. I cant wait to see You in the new van.
Not long now 👍
Thanks for sharing this lovely episode of such a beautiful part of France - loved the aerial shots of the chateau 👍
Many years ago I remember visiting Orleans during a record heatwave 🥵- we simply didn’t know what to do with ourselves.
But a kind French lady took pity on us, and gave us directions to a favoured spot just outside the City - and we spent the rest of afternoon cooling off in the Loire with the locals. It turned a potential disaster (heat stroke) into a great day…
P.S. What app(s) were you running on your iPad (@7m52s) to get directions and speed?
Speedometer 55 Pro and Pocket Earth both OIS apps. Lucky you found that lady 😁👍
@@LifeistooshortCK Many thanks - and yes it was ! As it was before the days of UK cars having aircon, and it was well over 40°C in the sun, with limited shade and zero breeze 🥵
Hi folks I'm thinking of converting my car with a rock n roll bed and I was wondering if you could let me know how wide your bed is. Cheers. David.
101cm wide by 170cm long. 👍
@@LifeistooshortCK thanks for that. Might just be possible in my car 🙏 just watched your latest video really good. 👍
FanTASTic!!! Did you notice the Shepherd’s Hut at 8:11? If you mentioned it, I missed it. If love the look and build of them and of the less ornate Gypsy Wagons. If there is a better or more appropriate name for them, I don’t know it and I apologize for ANY offense. If I knew how to design and paint my shuttle (11ft tall, 26ftx8.5ft -6’3” interior height) to look like them, I would. But, lacking that I have another design in mind). Enough about me!!! I did not catch the name of the Chateau/Castle with the big moat and the footbridge along the Loire River. You stopped there and had lunch (sausages) while they were closed. We’re you able to go inside?
Lastly, even knowing or strongly suspecting that you are younger than I, I am consistently impressed with your musical choices. With your taste being similar to mine, have a listen to Susan Tedeshi. She’s a favorite of mine and I have a couple of her discs. One of my favorites are Live at Austin, or Austin City Limits (not quite sure). As I digitized all of my CDs, I don’t ever look at my CDs anymore as they are in safekeeping. To keep me out of trouble. Anyway, if you don’t mine a female voice, have a listen?
We didn’t notice the shepherds hut! The château with the big moat was Sully-sur-Loire and we decided not to go inside because we were planning on visiting a lot more châteaux later in the trip.
The place we stopped for sausages for lunch was Château de Blancafort which was closed while we were there. We could have gone inside when it opened later but decided to press on as we wanted to visit Sancerre that evening.
Will check out Susan Tedeschi 🙂👍
@@LifeistooshortCK - I think one of my favorites (of hers) is her take on Don’t Think Twice, It’s Alright on her LIVE from Austin Tx album. She is considered a blues artist and can get loud but not in everything
What language learning app do you use please?
Duolingo but ChatGPT is the new King on the block 🙂👍
Brits and soft bread😂
I put my teeth in a jar every night as well 😁👍
@@LifeistooshortCK strangly my brit hubby does too
Pain francais qui n'est pas croustillant ....
French bread that is not crusty. This might sort you out.
Thank you Linda ❤️
pas trop cuit.
Merci beaucoup 👍
Loved it and Carol’s yawning 😂😂 love it!