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  • Опубликовано: 29 янв 2025

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  • @bradleymiller6305
    @bradleymiller6305 9 месяцев назад +2

    Shannon and I are huge fans of your channel. Always funny, warm and interesting. Love the original music! Thank you for sharing.

  • @astronorthwet636
    @astronorthwet636 9 месяцев назад +14

    Benny’s music was a perfect match for the unreal strangeness of the places you went.

  • @lindsaypayne5682
    @lindsaypayne5682 9 месяцев назад +11

    I don't know if it's just the old hippy in me, but Benny I am just so mesmerized by your music.....it is so hypnotic and so vantastic. You are very talented.

  • @mommahil4323
    @mommahil4323 9 месяцев назад +8

    thanks again guys - have to say how much I appreciate that when you're slogging away up steep hills, panting and hot, you still work at entertaining us with one hand on the camera and managing to get beautiful shots of landscapes, townscapes and interesting items. thank you

  • @johnmccrae1102
    @johnmccrae1102 9 месяцев назад +12

    Is it me or do Ben and Emily look different on their Italian sojurn? So much happier and contented. Fantastico!!!

    • @susanhall7737
      @susanhall7737 9 месяцев назад +2

      Italy will do that to a person :)

  • @themutterer4503
    @themutterer4503 9 месяцев назад +55

    For anybody curious, as I was, the inscription on the statue, that reads "OGNI PENSIERO VOLA" means "all thoughts fly". According to Wikipedia, this inscription is a text illustration of the fact that that the acoustics of the sculpture's mouth means that any whispering inside it can be clearly heard at the base of the steps. The sculpture is of Orcus, a god of the underworld, a punisher of broken oaths. Thanks, Ben & Emily. You make us think of things beyond our screens!

    • @leighlawson4854
      @leighlawson4854 9 месяцев назад +4

      Thank you that saves me looking it up myself!

    • @obiblooze5902
      @obiblooze5902 9 месяцев назад +3

      Thanks for the info, I was thinking it would be good to know what the writing meant.

    • @ozbizbozzle
      @ozbizbozzle 9 месяцев назад +6

      Have u ever seen the cover of The Court of the Crimson King by King Crimson. We now know where he got the inspiration from.

    • @SecretSquirrelFun
      @SecretSquirrelFun 9 месяцев назад

      Thank you for sharing this ❤

    • @JeanninedeVille-bv7fy
      @JeanninedeVille-bv7fy 9 месяцев назад

      As soon as l heard the name Orsini it explains the garden of monsters and Hercules fighting for good against evil. The Orsini family are said to be one of the 13 illuminati bloodlines. Very interesting.

  • @facelikedog
    @facelikedog 9 месяцев назад +49

    The hummingbird hawk-moth (Macroglossum stellatarum) is a species of hawk moth found across temperate regions of Eurasia.

    • @dancarter482
      @dancarter482 9 месяцев назад +2

      Indeed! Had them visiting my garden in Hampshire summer of 2016.

    • @emsbu9062
      @emsbu9062 9 месяцев назад +1

      Yes, they visit my garden in PA, USA.

    • @Roo-s_Life
      @Roo-s_Life 9 месяцев назад +1

      Came to say the same X

    • @marielouisebeck8732
      @marielouisebeck8732 9 месяцев назад +1

      I have one visit my garden every summer, Devon uk

    • @dancarter482
      @dancarter482 9 месяцев назад

      @@marielouisebeck8732 That's wonderful.

  • @jennyfulcher8035
    @jennyfulcher8035 9 месяцев назад +17

    The Gardens of Bomarzo with its mythical creatures was enchanting! It's amazing how he designed and had these fantastical monsters carved out of rock that was already there. Lovely mineral springs to melt away the stresses of traveling.

  • @So1othurn
    @So1othurn 9 месяцев назад +2

    8:25 Sirens who drew sailors into the rocks, that is the Starbucks logo. The original picture was considered obscene hence why they only show the top half of it now.

  • @darlenemiller847
    @darlenemiller847 9 месяцев назад +2

    Thank's for taking me along. So lovely!

  • @richardnelson7929
    @richardnelson7929 9 месяцев назад +3

    Hummingbird moth (Macroglossum Stellatarum) . Called Macro Glossum because it has a very long 'tongue' (actually a glossum). We have them in the UK, but they are very common in Italy, and I love them. Many thanks for another excellent episode.

  • @marj1585
    @marj1585 9 месяцев назад +4

    Each of these Italian episodes is more fantastical the the one before... Thank you!

  • @ArizenVision
    @ArizenVision 9 месяцев назад +8

    Thats Life everybody, what they are doing, i would choose this over a 9 to 5 soul draining job anyday! :)

  • @intrusivenature9758
    @intrusivenature9758 9 месяцев назад +1

    7:02 The inscription around the mouth reads “ogni pensiero vola” meaning “every thought flies.” This is because when you speak inside-even in a whisper-it is amplified and everyone outside can hear you.

  • @michellebeever6273
    @michellebeever6273 9 месяцев назад +2

    You two are so funny together -just love waiting for all the enlightenment that you share.
    Oneday come to Australia and be part of the funniest culture of language and aussie antics.

  • @SarahPutnam-q1h
    @SarahPutnam-q1h 9 месяцев назад +8

    It's a humming bird hawk moth !

  • @KamaainaGirl
    @KamaainaGirl 9 месяцев назад +5

    Benny you look like Indiana Jones coming out of that monster's mouth that was really cool! Very cool monster forest!!!🤙🌈🥰

  • @janetfawcett340
    @janetfawcett340 6 месяцев назад +1

    Beautiful really loved this one ❤

  • @eon498
    @eon498 9 месяцев назад +9

    Absolutely amazing springs,,I'm wanting even more each time I watch you both and think it's time to make plans you've convinced me,,realy enjoy yourselves ben and Emily you realy do deserve it all can't wait for next episode,love you loads,,🎉❤

  • @c.douglaslyon9949
    @c.douglaslyon9949 9 месяцев назад +2

    That critter you saw is a hummingbird moth, their caterpillar is a tomato horn worm. Thanks for the great tour.

  • @janstevens8120
    @janstevens8120 9 месяцев назад +7

    Thank you for this wonderful video! I have always wanted to see Italy, but being a paraplegic senior has made travel difficult for me, so I love to see places through others eyes. Your video’s really give me a new perspective of the beauty of Italy! Benny’s music adds that lovely mystical touch to the ancient stone gardens, which btw were glorious to see. So happy that you both have had the opportunity to enjoy the Italian culture & stunning natural hot springs. Did you smell like eggs afterwards!😅 Just love you two! Have a great week, take care 💕🇨🇦

  • @jimweidner5134
    @jimweidner5134 9 месяцев назад +5

    Thanks again for allowing us along on your amazing adventures. We've seen so many wonderful places with you guys that we never would have seen on our own. Bernie's songs and music just add to a wonderful experience

  • @billiebaxter7734
    @billiebaxter7734 9 месяцев назад +1

    Hummingbird hawk moth you now see them in England in summer. Really enjoying your Road trip seeing beautiful places I will never get to see. Enjoy 😊

  • @charlenebird6972
    @charlenebird6972 8 месяцев назад

    I am so enjoying your adventures..l am disabled and would never be able to see these sights..Your photography is stunning and thanks for being so informative..Just wish l could taste your journey too❤❤

  • @annamarierogers2358
    @annamarierogers2358 9 месяцев назад

    It is a hummingbird moth!!🤗

  • @dougquaid
    @dougquaid 9 месяцев назад +10

    Loads of inspiration for Benny’s next album, at that place.

  • @valerieslater-t1v
    @valerieslater-t1v 9 месяцев назад

    Another stunningly visual and casual relaxed video from the two of you, you are a pleasure to watch and to be enthralled by the places you are visiting, can't wait to see where you end up next time, take care of each other....

  • @JL1308
    @JL1308 9 месяцев назад

    Beautiful vlog and beautiful music. The hot springs looked incredible. It was so lovely to see you two snuggling up together in the water. Thanks for sharing it with us.

  • @alanwoodward69
    @alanwoodward69 9 месяцев назад

    I think it’s a hummingbird hawk moth 😀

  • @charlottewilson4680
    @charlottewilson4680 9 месяцев назад +1

    How fun! Great music during the hot springs section.

    • @daleguenther5826
      @daleguenther5826 9 месяцев назад

      I agree, the flute music makes you feel like you are floating in the warm water. The echo and harmony effects reminded me of my first duet with another flu test. We were in an enclosed garage with concrete walls and everything echoed, sounded great! Had to give up the flute due to arthritis slowing my fingers. Keep up the great work you two!

  • @Roo-s_Life
    @Roo-s_Life 9 месяцев назад

    Wowee what a fabulous episode ❤

  • @natashab2304
    @natashab2304 9 месяцев назад

    Lush episode - I loved the monster garden! They could have filmed some of the 70s Doctor Who episodes there!!!
    The springs were absolutely beautiful. We went in some sulphur springs in Bali and my daughter's eczema massively benefitted from it!! And yes it was incredibly relaxing! 😎😌
    You two look so happy and chilled out - lovely to see 🥰. Already looking forward to your next episode! 😘

  • @catherine999
    @catherine999 8 месяцев назад

    Wowee! Supercool

  • @sallysmith155
    @sallysmith155 9 месяцев назад

    Wow i really enjoyed your video.The hot springs looked amazing. The Gardens of Bomarzo were amazing.And thank you tells us all about them it was very interesting.so looking forward to next week video.Have a lovely week both of you.😊😊

  • @beasawade6032
    @beasawade6032 9 месяцев назад

    Thanks for sharing these wonderful sites love the stone sculpting s and yes the hot springs are renovating the body 😅

  • @alancarter207
    @alancarter207 9 месяцев назад

    Well done Ben and Emily the filming and music were perfect and made me won't to be there can't wait until next week ❤❤❤

  • @NicksAllotmentDiary
    @NicksAllotmentDiary 9 месяцев назад

    Hi Ben and Emily. Those sculptures were amazing and a little bit creepy too. Definitely wouldn’t want to be there at night. It looked like you really enjoyed the spar waters. Take care. Nick

  • @johnwakefield2496
    @johnwakefield2496 9 месяцев назад +3

    What a stunning part of Italy you have found!
    Thank you both for such an informative video and for sharing your journey with us all.
    Those hot springs looked awesome and it must have been so difficult to try and film in there while also trying to relax at the same time xx

  • @Moonshadow84
    @Moonshadow84 9 месяцев назад

    So very Beautiful looks like you are having the most wonderful adventure ❤

  • @brightstar586
    @brightstar586 9 месяцев назад

    I can relate to your joy of the hot springs having wallowed in the Takhini hot springs in Yukon, Canada. It is so relaxing! Super video guys!

  • @andypennybrown6848
    @andypennybrown6848 9 месяцев назад

    Wow 🎉 you find some amazing places, I think we will head off in the campervan ourselves and find these places!

  • @glynnisross7974
    @glynnisross7974 9 месяцев назад

    Yet again, an amazing video. The unique sculpture garden and the hot springs were awesome. Thank you.

  • @paulyoung6165
    @paulyoung6165 9 месяцев назад

    Hi There Ben and Emily and Alan , Hope All are well , Great video and such stunning places you shared , The Hot Springs looked so welcoming , And yes it the best time to go there , All looked Amazing , so Thank you for sharing , Take care All . 🌅👍👍

  • @tammyj.4115
    @tammyj.4115 9 месяцев назад

    It's a hummingbird moth! This was such a a great video!!

  • @lindapearson7268
    @lindapearson7268 9 месяцев назад

    Those springs looked amazing ,bet you felt so relaxed

  • @davidnichols147
    @davidnichols147 9 месяцев назад +1

    Wow, incredible!

  • @emmabrown5748
    @emmabrown5748 9 месяцев назад

    You spotted a Hummingbird Hawkmoth😮

  • @malcolmlever3536
    @malcolmlever3536 9 месяцев назад

    Love it, fantastic vlog, you two never let us down ❤️❤️

  • @heidinortonclarkehnc
    @heidinortonclarkehnc 9 месяцев назад

    Wow just wow I have no words!!!

  • @sandylerski9352
    @sandylerski9352 9 месяцев назад

    Having watched many vlogs from people like yourselves, I find yours to be steets ahead of them all. You make them so natural and extremely interesting with all your various travels in your van. Even when not travelling you make your lives on your narrowboat great watching. As I mentioned before you are a perfect couple and gel together so well. Keep enjoying the great life you have together.

  • @joannefildew9092
    @joannefildew9092 9 месяцев назад +1

    Oo can’t wait to watch!

  • @dr.chrismort8448
    @dr.chrismort8448 9 месяцев назад

    Beautiful video and lovely music to enhance your adventures

  • @karenjaques3937
    @karenjaques3937 9 месяцев назад

    A wonderful journey into unique and special realms. Thank you for sharing your journey. ❤ and best wishes from Arizona USA and may you have a wonderful week.

  • @simonhunt10
    @simonhunt10 9 месяцев назад

    The moth you saw is a Hummingbird Hawk moth 😊

  • @annjarvis9300
    @annjarvis9300 9 месяцев назад +1

    Awwww what an awesome place some of the figures were a bit weird glad you had such a relaxing time in the pools t nowthe oldies 👍👍🤗🤗

  • @MegaDeano1963
    @MegaDeano1963 9 месяцев назад

    The script above the door google translates "Every thought flies" , but i think can also translate to "All reason departs"

  • @annprout6255
    @annprout6255 9 месяцев назад +5

    Thank you, wonderful 😊xx

  • @irisvanamerom1524
    @irisvanamerom1524 9 месяцев назад +5

    Looks to me kolibrie butterfly

  • @Lorraine-n3c2c
    @Lorraine-n3c2c 9 месяцев назад

    Interesting places you take us to thanks❤

  • @kiwikea2002
    @kiwikea2002 9 месяцев назад

    I love your selection of places to visit and feature in your videos. Very much your own.

  • @jackiehanning8808
    @jackiehanning8808 9 месяцев назад

    What interesting places you are discovering..love it

  • @markd3250
    @markd3250 9 месяцев назад

    What an incredible place that sculpture garden was! I can only imagine what it must have looked like when it was first created, and all the sculptures were fresh and clean. Emily was right about Bomarzo looking like a set out of a movie. Can you imagine living there? It would be like living in a completely different world. Great video you guys!

  • @samwright8599
    @samwright8599 9 месяцев назад

    I love that you immersed yourselves. Xxxx❤❤❤❤

  • @whiskymacable
    @whiskymacable 9 месяцев назад

    The village is deserted! (Shops are closed midday for three hours or so, that way Italians get to go home, rest, and be with family. Riposo to Italians means enjoying a home cooked meal and spending time with family) and that insect was a Hummingbird hawk moth

  • @utek3420
    @utek3420 9 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much for taking us along on this magical journey. What beautiful places, especially the hot springs.

  • @Linda-j2o
    @Linda-j2o 9 месяцев назад +1

    What a beautiful hot springs. Thank you for sharing your amazing adventure with us 😊

  • @mydreamofhome
    @mydreamofhome 9 месяцев назад

    Hummingbird moth. very cool!

  • @susannahwhitaker994
    @susannahwhitaker994 9 месяцев назад

    Wow what an amazing place and you looked so content. Take care you too and be careful as I want to be able to escape with you on your travels lol🤗

  • @kathrobieson
    @kathrobieson 9 месяцев назад

    😅Hi you two, I am so enjoying your trip to Italy. Thanks so much for sharing your lives with us. By the way I thing that was a humming bird hawk moth or similar. Always wanted to see one! A the best from Australia.

  • @carolejones7470
    @carolejones7470 9 месяцев назад

    Loving Italy and those hot springs👏thanks for sharing your travels.

  • @trailingarm63
    @trailingarm63 9 месяцев назад

    Amazing hot springs. Not surprised you enjoyed it. You've taken to van life like ducks to water, maybe this is the future? No more lock gates!

  • @davidbell4755
    @davidbell4755 9 месяцев назад

    I love Hummingbird Hawk Moths.
    Seeing yous in the sun made me even more ready to get back to Spain.... only two weeks to go !!
    See you before then !! Papa xxxx

  • @themermaidtree1144
    @themermaidtree1144 9 месяцев назад

    Ooh, I was so excited to see this episode! I dream of going to Italy and especially this place. I heard about it last year and it immediately made my life bucket list. Thanks for showing us around. Now, I want to go more than ever!

  • @shirleygreaves9650
    @shirleygreaves9650 9 месяцев назад

    Wonderful thanks for taking us along. The hummingbird creatures are called Hummingbird Hawk Moths, I saw them in the south of France last summer. X

  • @ytanki
    @ytanki 9 месяцев назад

    What an incredible place! I would love to visit it and take a long bath😀. Thank you❤️❤️

  • @dfree1here
    @dfree1here 9 месяцев назад

    I think those are pineapples not acorns. The pineapple was a symbol of wealth and status🌟Wowie Zowie what a cool place😱Thank you for taking us there.

  • @Remoskateer
    @Remoskateer 9 месяцев назад +5

    Lovely for us to share your wonderful experience.

  • @veronicabalfourpaul2288
    @veronicabalfourpaul2288 9 месяцев назад

    That was a treat! Beautiful architecture, lovely springs and good music. Thanks.

  • @overleaf9069
    @overleaf9069 9 месяцев назад

    I think the little guy is a hummingbird hawk moth . Thanks for another awesome vlog.

  • @gaiabreeze
    @gaiabreeze 9 месяцев назад

    Another great episode. I'm not sure about all the climbing but those old towns on the hillside are beyond amazing. How did they do that? Especially hundreds of years ago

  • @briantighe3119
    @briantighe3119 9 месяцев назад

    looks fantastic.

  • @dianekenyon586
    @dianekenyon586 9 месяцев назад

    What an amazing video the hot springs looked amazing thanks for sharing cant wait for next one x

  • @christinehammell6365
    @christinehammell6365 9 месяцев назад +1

    Beautiful and inspiring. There was a ceramic version of the stone elephant that was bought for £8 and sold for £2700 on Antique show . 🤣

  • @theco-conspiriters
    @theco-conspiriters 9 месяцев назад

    Hummingbird moth!! We have them in Pennsylvania USA 💜

  • @ghostpepperrides4805
    @ghostpepperrides4805 9 месяцев назад

    Fun Time. Hot springs were beautiful

  • @lindachadwick2911
    @lindachadwick2911 9 месяцев назад

    Another lovely video - thank you.

  • @TimGreen-v1l
    @TimGreen-v1l 9 месяцев назад

    Hi Benny asked what the insect was flying around it’s a Hummingbird hawk Moth we get them back in the UK I had one in my garden last Summer..
    Enjoying the Italian Vlogs I ❤ Italy.

  • @yureituesday
    @yureituesday 9 месяцев назад +1

    So much fun

  • @malcolm4200
    @malcolm4200 9 месяцев назад

    Thanks Ben / Emily Really enjoying your Italian trip, the hot springs look really awesome,. the fruit and veg van was a regular sight in the UK back in the day. in fact my brother used to run one around the Doncaster area quite some years ago.

  • @chriswade7470
    @chriswade7470 9 месяцев назад +1

    You could have done that in Matlock Bath, or Buxton, but it’s a lot warmer in Italy.😊

  • @WagnerGimenes
    @WagnerGimenes 9 месяцев назад

    Thank you. Absolutely beautiful.

  • @andrewnorris5415
    @andrewnorris5415 9 месяцев назад

    Benny is so funny. Loved the comment about fighting with old men to get an ankle in. Not done such a spring but a sauna also has a very good relaxing effect on me.

  • @stephennowicki7158
    @stephennowicki7158 9 месяцев назад

    Beautiful! Enjoy!

  • @johnworboys6435
    @johnworboys6435 9 месяцев назад +2

    Now we know were King Crimson got their inspiration for their Court of the Crimson King album

    • @terrystevens5261
      @terrystevens5261 9 месяцев назад

      I bumped into Robert Fripp in Asda the other week.

  • @sheilajoseph9953
    @sheilajoseph9953 9 месяцев назад +1

    Awe i didn't want it to end. Those mythical statues were spectacular and the hot springs wow, reminded me when i was in Turkey in mud baths and hot springs. Although the smell of sulphur isnt pleasant the health benifits are truly amazing. 💚

  • @terrencehorton433
    @terrencehorton433 9 месяцев назад

    Hi Ben and Emily I just love the way you both leaving the dream wish both all the best 👌

  • @lazzyfare4721
    @lazzyfare4721 9 месяцев назад

    I believe that was a hummingbird moth. We have them in the US and they look similar in size.

  • @andymiles6443
    @andymiles6443 9 месяцев назад

    Answer to your question, you were so close, it was a humming bird moth and are fascinating to watch.

  • @yeoldfart8762
    @yeoldfart8762 9 месяцев назад

    I live about 60 miles from Chena Hot Springs. Don't go there nearly enough. It's really nice in the winter.

  • @sallyannlidtka7290
    @sallyannlidtka7290 9 месяцев назад

    It's a humming bird moth, we had a few feeding on the verbena when we lived in Poland. They are gorgeous.