The Truth About Winter Vanlife In The UK

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In this UK vanlife travel vlog we share the truth of what winter vanlife in the UK is like whilst we hit the road in our little VW T4 campervan. In this video we explore some places closer to our hometown in Somerset, making our way down to one of our favourite hiking spots at Valley of the Rocks, take in the incredible scenery of Exmoor National Park and end up finding some of the best free parkups we've had in the UK so far!
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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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@TravelBeans Жыл бұрын

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@zaynevanday142 Жыл бұрын

Alex & Emz are you guys going to start up some kind of Baby shower donation thingy I’m sure many of us would like to help out the New Parents & Bubs ❤

@zaynevanday142 Жыл бұрын

Alex you need cornflour to thicken the stroganoff 😂

@zaynevanday142 Жыл бұрын

Ok cancel that the rice did it 😂

@glendadowe Жыл бұрын

🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺 Well "Gooday" BEANS! Love the UK .... my Ancestral Home ! Granddad, the 6+ one left Preston, Lancashire, in 1834 met his Irish lass, married and started our Australian family, (on my Dad's.) Just made it out of England in March 2020 before we locked down. Meant to come back August to organise a 60 birthday ! So very keen to come back to my second home !

@davidchristian8218 Жыл бұрын

Cheers guys 👍 I've been to Exmoor. Stunning place! And as a fellow Brit, I too can confirm what you said about how we like to moan. WHAT'S WRONG WITH THIS BLOODY WIFI 😂

@glennmealing6907 Жыл бұрын

Nine months of hearing endless laughing and little new bean should be a very happy bean.

@dmw2909 Жыл бұрын

Cornbeef Hash: 1 tin cornbeef , 2 carrots sliced, 1 large onion finely diced, 2 potatoes diced, 1 beef oxo cube. 2 - 3 teaspoons bistro gravy granules. 1 - 1 1/2 pints water. Method: add onions, carrots, potatoes and most of water to pan, boil gently until all veg are soft. Add oxo cube and can of cornbeef. Gently simmer do no over stir. Then add gravy granules and more water if required as there should be a thick ish gravy. You decide how much water you prefer. To bulk out, this recipe 2 good quality sausage could be added for extra flavour browned in pan first before starting veg. Then just slice sausage and start the recipe. Hope you try and enjoy, good source of iron from cornbeef. ❤️

@gwenwallace6175 Жыл бұрын

No way to be remotely sad watching your videos!! Maybe before watching but never after…so delightful being allowed in to see a truly joyous couple! Ofcourse, laughter is like a medicine…no doubt that’s why y’all are continuously healthy! Thankful for this spoonful of medicine today!!

@TravelBeans Жыл бұрын

Ahh Gwen! That’s such a lovely thing to say 💛 thank you! It makes us so happy to hear that our videos can bring a smile to your face 🥰 thank you for your lovely comment and for watching!

@davestevens4263 Жыл бұрын

Agree , agree, agree

@r8edrv4fun65 Жыл бұрын

I love that you don't hide the bad stuff from us. Being transparent is always the way to go. Also, I've never seen click bait with you two.

@novicemorris Жыл бұрын

Oooh - I'm not sure that some of Alex's historic choices of photos of Emma almost disrobed wouldn't qualify ?! 😜

@CarinaPiersay Жыл бұрын

I love seeing the English countryside and all of those quaint little towns. When we were camping we would make “omlettes” in plastic zipper bags. You have to use a larger size because the bag is thicker. We would crack a couple of eggs into the bag and mush it all up. Then we would add our fillings of choice like maybe onions, cheese, mushrooms, ham, etc. Then you place the bottom of the bag with the egg mixture into a pot of boiling water until the egg is cooked. You can eat out of the bag. Only dishes to clean is the silverware and you already have hot water from the pit the eggs were cooked in 👍🏼

@stephhunsley Жыл бұрын

Problem with this is the plastic leeches chemicals and int good for you!!!

@lorettaobrien8599 Жыл бұрын

Alex. That dinner even looked lovely.... Well done you....

@marciavernor1849 Жыл бұрын

That beef stroganoff looked easy & delicious! Bravo 👏🏻💜❤️ I love ❤️ watching all of your adventures. You find the good in everything. Complaining is part of life but you do it with class! Have a fabulous day, From Northern Virginia, next to Washington DC

@cherilangguth2151 Жыл бұрын

When Alex said his breakfast sandwich was so beige I about died laughing. I often think that about our favorite winter comfort foods like chicken pot pie and sausage gravy and biscuits.

@hydrostream76 Жыл бұрын

I'd love a breakfast sandwich like that

@lisaevans5840 Жыл бұрын

Sausage gravy and biscuits is great any day!

@judischarns4509 Жыл бұрын

Emma giggles so much even when depressed.

@CB-xr1eg Жыл бұрын

Yes, at every single thing Alex says!😂

@CreatorInTrng Жыл бұрын

Sorry, but wait until labor starts....rrrrrr

@willemijnkamerling4011 Жыл бұрын

We Dutch have similar weather and a similar love of complaining about it 😂 When it rains my husband let's me know about 50 times a day how miserable the day is. But in summer he complains it's too hot! My go to one pot meal: chop garlic (lots) and 1 yellow onion, sauté with lots of olive oil, chuck in 500 gr of washed risotto rice, add chopped courgette (we do 3) and ham cubes(250gr?), add boiled/hot water until covered. Keep at a soft boil and stir now and then until water is almost gone, add more water if risotto needs it, when done add lots and lots of (goat) cheese, mix well and enjoy. It looks like mush but tastes great!

@exploringavenues2269 Жыл бұрын

British people in the winter 'it's too cold', British people in the summer 'it's too hot' 😎

@becjoinerlloyd Жыл бұрын

I'd reach its 'so hot' but never 'too' hot in UK for me :)

@007nadineL Жыл бұрын

Exact same in most of Canada...( not BC). I barely get a chance to open a window as it's either too hot or too cold.

@mattsandilands6380 Жыл бұрын

I was offered a job in Key West, I turned it down because I’d miss the uk seasons.

@mattsandilands6380 Жыл бұрын

I was offered a job in Key West, I turned it down because I’d miss the uk seasons.

@exploringavenues2269 Жыл бұрын

@@mattsandilands6380 I miss the UK winters. I go to Asia or Spain so I can miss them 😎

@patrickbrookings Жыл бұрын

You two are so much fun! And it's so nice to hear British English. I am Belgian, but my late dad was from Oxford, married my Belgian mom and lived here in Belgium for most of his life. I was thus raised bilingually (Dutch/English), so proper (British) English will always be my favourite 😊 Mind you, I have also lived 7 years at the Arctic Circle in Finland (Rovaniemi) and 7 years in Odessa, Ukraine. The stupid war forced me to come back to my home country Belgium. Not regretting it though, I have certainly found a second love for Belgium again ❤ As for one pot recipes, one thing I always loved was a mix of all kinds of stuff: Boil chopped up chicken breasts with some bouillon cubes, and add some pasta (I love the spirellis). Add some diced up potatoes as well. After a bit, you can add whatever else you like. I used to add onion, garlic, mushrooms, carrots, peas. Spice it up with some curry. When it's all tender, add cream and/or flour to make the liquid thicker. And enjoy! I loved this during Winter time 😊😋

@mariondiemert430 Жыл бұрын

Kara's peanut butter Ramen 1 Onion 1 green or red pepper 16oz mushrooms 2 cups of broth three Tbl spoons peanut butter ramen noodles cayenne pepper salt start by sautéing the diced onion, then pepper, then sliced mushrooms, add the broth and season, add the peanut butter and ramen noodles. If you have problems finding ramen noodles, buy 4-5 of the cheap instant ramen bowls and just take the noodles for your dish. Let it all cook until the noodles are done and eat! Love you guys. PS Garlic, I forgot four-five garlic cloves finely chopped.

@Kiwi91663 Жыл бұрын

You forgot a crap ton of chopped cilantro too... she adds tons of that....

@dawnf.1703 Жыл бұрын

That’s the first thing that came to my mind too!

@tonys1636 Жыл бұрын

@@Kiwi91663 What's that called in Europe?

@tonys1636 Жыл бұрын

Not before a date or time with someone who's not just eaten garlic unless one wants to split up or sleep in a separate room.

@jerrihadding2534 Жыл бұрын

Cilantro is “fresh Koriander” in Europe!

@julietheflute1 Жыл бұрын

Greek beef stew (stifado) You can look up a recipe but it is basically a stew with pearl onions, tomato, red wine, garlic , allspice and serve over mashed potatoes. You can use any meat the name in Greek means game stew. The onions take out any gamey taste

@jeromepadilla8055 Жыл бұрын

For someone like me who cannot afford to travel abroad, i get to see those wonderful places through your videos. Thank you for sharing for experiences. I really adore your vlog. God bless and safe travel always.

@k.j.2481 Жыл бұрын

I'm pretty sure it's the lack of vitamin D. Over cast winters often made me miserable. But during the pandemic doctors encouraged taking vitamin D for immunity and inflammation benefits. Now with vitamin D 10,000 IU I'm happy every day no matter what the weather. Try it, prove me wrong Alex!!! That's a challenge for you mate.

@ladymc-ly8zm Жыл бұрын

AG1 Should help with that too as they apparently give you a years worth of Vitamin D - but remember your body cannot absorb it without A And K very key elements there people don't know or forget

@meganhaning Жыл бұрын

I agree!! My dr even thought I was anemic by my symptoms and appearance. Nope! Vitamin D deficiency! Got on a high dose regimen and never felt so good in my life!

@007nadineL Жыл бұрын

I've been taking 10000 IU Vit D every day last two years. Thanks youtuber Dr. John Campbell .

@pamelahill7164 Жыл бұрын

One pot meal- can of pork n beans, 1/4 cup ketchup,1/4 cup brown sugar, dash mustard,2 cut up hotdogs. Mix all together and cook in a pot til heated up good and enjoy. Crackers are good with it.

@dar8455 Жыл бұрын

Clovelly is so pretty but so steep to walk back up. The sledges are used to put their bins out as no bin lorry will fit down the street, so they have to pull their rubbish up to the top.

@bunnielynn777 Жыл бұрын

I loved seeing the English countryside, absolutely amazing! And I wished that I were sitting there in that little pub having biscuits & tea, in front if a fireplace on a chilly winters day! I could have spent all day there! But, I can’t imagine paying to enter a town, how un-hospitable!

@cindland Жыл бұрын

I can’t believe you’re not even at 300K subs yet. My goodness, your videos are funny, informative, educational, and just a darn good time. You two are so sweet together. Keep the videos coming. Can’t wait till the littlest bean arrives!

@99nakkers Жыл бұрын

I love Low Key Beans, when you play that smooth Jazz and just be domestic. AND We adore it when you complain because it makes you so British and shows you are real and most likely just like us. Love you Beans and that cute Baby Bump is killing me.

@kristenm7332 Жыл бұрын

Even those of us in the US are affected by gray, misty, miserable days. Sunshine just makes you feel better!

@costasworldofmusicmemories5792 Жыл бұрын

They say : "You can never go home again ". In your case Alec and Emma, it's the van. It gave you an opportunity to reconnect with family and familiar terrain. It's not always about the weather. You asked if we had any suggestions for one pot dinner recipes. The simplest is stir fry anything you have available and add some of your favorite oil and spices. Well done Alec for the wonderful meal you made. Harriet and I never miss a video. Sending much love 🙏❤🙏 Harriet, Jim and Yuki. Richmond, Va.

@heatherthenomad3 Жыл бұрын

I lived in Seattle for 22 years. My depression was horrible. I now travel full time to follow the weather in the US. I'm fortunate that I don't have to go far to find dependable sunshine. I think having sense of humor, as you both do, helps with not letting the gray weather get to you. Love your channel!

@boober4413 Жыл бұрын

I make this when I don't want to make a mess in the kitchen but I want a complete meal. I sauté yellow onion in olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper, until golden and then add boneless, skinless chicken breast. I add a cup of white wine and once this is cooked off, I then add spinach, sundried tomatoes, cooked rice (I use the pre-cooked stuff as well), cream, and parmesan reggiano cheese. Add a bit more salt and pepper. I cook this down until it thickens a bit and there you go, you've got a meal. Takes 30 minutes max.

@danellis-jones1591 Жыл бұрын

I live in Perth Australia. It has the most sunshine of all major cities in Australia. Over 300 days a year. So a cloudy, wet, cold day looks beautiful. I yearn for that weather.

@JasonBrownafewmomentsl8er Жыл бұрын

In that private village you are exactly right about the sleds they're for goods because it's so steep and cobbley and the fee is the control over tourism is the summer

@JolenePayne Жыл бұрын

Fave one pot meal.. xx cook up a spag bog mix - however you normally do it Once cooked, pop into a large place (or whatever plate you will end up eating from) Grab yourself some fajita breads and a bag of grated mozzarella, Then start layering like a lasagne - spag big mix - cheese - fajita - repeat. Lid on and leave on low for a bit to let everything mix up Then slice like a cake and eat :) Yum yum :) Fellow camping Brit - I can cope with any weather apart from the in between stuff !!!! Give me howling winds and thunder and lightning- but who needs drizzle !!! No one !!! Love ya both x

@wendigareau7298 Жыл бұрын

We visited Clovelly many years ago, at that time there was no admission fee. It is such a beautiful little village, we have two prints hanging on our living room wall called “up along Clovelly” and “down along Clovelly”. Brings back great memories of that charming village.

@andgainingspeed Жыл бұрын

3:19 "No n-n-never at all." Good answer. But I suddenly imagined Emma punching someone through a driver side window. 😅

@irishman47 Жыл бұрын

With both of you laughing all the time, I bet your baby will be born laughing, no crying. Lol. It will be wonderful to have you both as parents. Will you adopt me. Lol.

@pmg9892 Жыл бұрын

We're not sadd, We're going to Mexico tomorrow... if our flights okay...and they don't lose our bags! Wife and I always look forward to watching you Beans every Monday night.

@GaryDiamondComedy Жыл бұрын

Alex you are lucky to have Emma as your partner. She laughs easily 😂 Your videos are a joy to watch!. How perfectly suited to each other you seem! I wish you both health and happiness 😊

@suzanneohandley816 Жыл бұрын

"hamburger soup": brown some ground meat and onion, add broth (chicken, veggie, etc), add a bag of frozen veggies, whatever herbs you want (I usually use thyme and bay leaf...I'd add thyme to just about anything if I were allowed), add a can of diced tomatoes...let simmer til veggies are the consistency you want).

@vickyreid6982 Жыл бұрын

Peanut butter chicken! 1 onion 2 cloves of garlic Chicken thighs Bouquet garni Bay leaves Tomato paste Chopped tomatoes Peanut butter Sauté onion and garlic then add chicken thighs until lightly browned. Add tomato purée, bouquet garni, bay leaves and chopped tomatoes then cook on low/medium heat. When cooked through slightly shred the chicken thighs and add 1 tablespoon of peanut butter then just add the rice ! Total comfort food in one pot 😋 Love your videos and here’s to many more 😊

@000caro555 Жыл бұрын

Your visit to Clovely took me back over 50 years when I visited with my family. Still looks the same. Memories. ❤

@annaschmidt2 Жыл бұрын

The Pacific Northwest of America is similar to England in the winter. We love it because it means we've arrived at the season for soup, reading books, and enjoying hot drinks. I highly recommend making ratatouille. Saute in a few spoonfuls of olive oil the following cut up veg: small onion, three cloves of garlic, sweet pepper, a peeled eggplant, one or two small zucchini, and three tomatoes. Add salt, pepper, torn up basil (or any herbs you like). Once the veg are well cooked and stewy, top with a salty cheese such as feta. Serve with bread. The leftovers are delicious eaten cold with crackers or spread on top of bread.

@cipdamboianu5139 Жыл бұрын

For best cooking ever, 2 words: cast iron! One or two skillets is all you need! With well fitting lid. Keep it up, you’re so refreshing!

@crazyiball Жыл бұрын

Mexican Rice 1 pound ground beef 1 packet taco seasoning 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can diced tomatoes and green chiles 2 cups cooked rice Shredded cheese (as much as you like Brown meat add seasoning. Mix in soup, tomatoes, rice then cheese at the end. Easy one pot meal. Has been our go to for over 20 years.

@butchieblock9118 Жыл бұрын

Sounds good! I'll try it at home.

@crazyiball Жыл бұрын

My husband's grandma got it out of a magazine in the 90's. And it's great because you can switch it up to chicken or whatever cheese you want. When we were doing keto I would use cauliflower rice and heavy cream instead of soup. I hope you like it. It was supposed to be put in a pan and top with cheese and in the oven. As I got older and lazier, I just threw the cheese in at the end and called it a day... 😆 I hope you enjoy it.

@Sweetpatches24 Жыл бұрын

I don’t think Emma eats animals. Maybe make a veggie version. I buy some wonderful vegan chorizo.

@onegsoul Жыл бұрын

I make a similar dish using a bag of frozen corn instead of the mushroom soup. Then top with sliced avocado, or guacamole, or sour cream, or some combo of said toppings.

@onegsoul Жыл бұрын

Another option is to use a 16oz can of black beans in place of the meat.

@marksmith762 Жыл бұрын

Your mushroom stroganoff looked delicious. A dish that I find fairly quick and easy to prepare and cook is bacon tagliatelle. It needs two pans though to cook the pasta separately to the rest but it only takes about 15 minutes to cook and ten minutes to prepare the ingredients 4 slices of bacon sliced and diced , frozen bacon is easier to cut as it’s not slimy. A couple of teaspoons of green pesto , a clove of garlic chopped, half a yellow or red pepper sliced into small pieces. A couple of sliced mushrooms. Half a pot of crème Fraiche, and some grated Parmesan cheese to stir into the sauce. Fry the bacon off with chopped garlic then add the mushrooms and peppers and cook until soft. Stir in a couple of teaspoons of green pesto and cook through until the pesto is cooked into the ingredients. In a separate pan boil 4 bundles of tagliatelle for around 12 minutes with a pinch of salt to season. A few minutes before the pasta is ready boil some frozen garden peas in the same pot as the tagliatelle or cook in the pan with the bacon and other ingredients. Carefully stir in half a pot of crème fraiche but don’t let it get really hot or it will split. Add the cooked pasta and stir to cover it with sauce and serve. Also add some grated Parmesan to the sauce and stir in to melt. Quick and tasty food and cheap to make

@judithweekley7928 Жыл бұрын

You two cheer me up with every video, your laughter is infectious x

@kevinfleming9919 Жыл бұрын

"...It was carved out by a giant river and it's left behind this beautiful rugged cliffline...there's goat 💩everywhere!" lol! 🤣

@cinephilewannabetheoriginal Жыл бұрын

My favorite video from you guys as of late. Your UK series is my favorite series. I watch it every so often lol im obsessed with all these places in the UK that not a lot of people show online. Love the cute little towns and the countryside. More please! ❤❤❤

@crafter188 Жыл бұрын

I love how much Emma laughs through the days! We live on the Canadian prairies and get lots and lots of sunshine. I can’t stand when it’s cloudy too many days in a row!

@louiseash5705 Жыл бұрын

I love how much you too laugh with each other, I'm on my own now with 3 kids but watching you guys and some of my other favourite you tube couples really does make me smile!

@nancybaldwin4893 Жыл бұрын

Love watching your videos it makes me smile when I get a notification from you. I hope you still travel when Lil Bean gets here. Beautiful place where you are at. Love you guys ❤❤

@shelleywalker6225 Жыл бұрын

I love the views of the English countryside, the quaint villages and especially the pubs. Thanks for taking us along.

@biddiemutter3481 Жыл бұрын

It looks totally gorgeous and looking at these views almost changes my view of winter!

@mikemanjo2458 Жыл бұрын

Y’all are so great. Emma is looking stunning!❤ Thanks for bringing us along and keeping the travel ups and downs real. Love from SC, Jane❤🙏🏻

@michellestephen7210 Жыл бұрын

I love how happy you guys are. It's such a beautiful thing to watch.❤️

@kathyreid8396 Жыл бұрын

I visited Clovelly 40 yrs ago in my teens and it hasnt changed much. one of the most beautiful unspoilt jems in the UK in my humble opinion.

@bigboy6589 Жыл бұрын

You guys always put a warm smile on my face, never loose what you have ❤❤❤

@stevenoakes7011 Жыл бұрын

As always a joy to watch thank you

@naturalflow157 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing video to just watch and get emerged into a whole new experience. As someone who was once very adventurous and was not afraid to create, coming across something like this not only brings old memories, but creates a certain chill in my body to get out there and make videos again. Thank you so much for such inspiration.

@lindasteinbrenner8065 Жыл бұрын

For sure mood can be weather dependent! Winter here has lots of grey days but when the sun shines we are literally cheering! One pot meals; chili and with corn bread, beef stew, bean and ham soup actually any soup! Love your guys sense of humor and laughter!

@kristinbraun5442 Жыл бұрын

You certainly brightened up this gloomy Northern Ohio girls day. We have long cold overcast winters along the Great Lakes. We are a seasonal area with a lot of places along the lake closed until Spring, I can totally relate. It definitely does make you appreciate the warmer sunny months. You make me smile and I enjoy all your videos.

@meganhaning Жыл бұрын

Love your videos and love the laughter and joy you find in eachother ❤

@mariezp Жыл бұрын

I love that even when the Beans are complaining they can still laugh and enjoy themselves. Thank you for showing us around the UK. It's always interesting for me to see other places far from my home.

@juliawhiteman Жыл бұрын

my current favorite (very simple, but very delicious & affordable) one pot meal: sauté chopped onion + chopped poblano pepper in a little coconut oil. Add garlic powder + ginger powder. Then add the flavor pack from one package of ramen (my favorite is soy sauce flavor.) Add chopped bell pepper + chopped tomato. Next, add the noodles from the package of ramen and water - not completely covering the ramen, just covering it about half way. Cook with the lid on over medium heat. Stir the noodles around after a couple minutes so both sides get submerged in water (they come apart easily after cooking for a little bit.) Next, add two slices of swiss cheese (I use dairy-free cheese, but I’m sure regular swiss cheese or any cheese you have on hand would be great.) Finally, stir in some garlic chili sauce and serve sprinkled with chopped green onions - seriously so easy and creamy and packs so much flavor!

@nicolevanleeuwen5768 Жыл бұрын

So nice to see you are having so much fun!!!

@andreaamer1183 Жыл бұрын

Just a fab , heart warming couple and you make me laugh out loud xxxx

@ceeceemarie7256 Жыл бұрын

My son and I love watching you guys! My son usually doesn’t get into the videos I watch but he loves the beans as much as I do. We are also very excited for baby bean to get here! Love you guys thanks for your videos!!

@wheelersinthewild Жыл бұрын

Love you two, you’re always so fun to watch even when you’re doing mundane stuff, your laughter is a real pick-me-up. ❤

@jilllusey7001 Жыл бұрын

You are the most delightful couple on KZfaq. Love every minute of your videos. Totally agree that the grey days make the sunny days even better. ❤

@carolinegaines833 Жыл бұрын

My family moved from Burnham-on-Sea to the U.S back in the early 80's. I would give anything for an English cold rainy winter's day, over the snow and freezing temperatures we have here! Absolutely loved the scenery in this video, reminded me so much of our time over in Somerset and the weekend drives we used to take.

@BobBohner4851 Жыл бұрын

You two are a riot and make my day. Thank you

@sjb723 Жыл бұрын

The Mediterranean Dish has an amazing Turkish red lentil soup, easily done in one pot. I made a lot of substitutions, based on what I had, including onion for a large shallot, sweet potato for regular potato, and a spice-ish turkish spice mix for the aleppo pepper. Add in some crusty bread, and OMG, it's delish!

@rutheri Жыл бұрын

Great stuff once again, the drone game is off the charts. Totally relate to SAD here in NW England during the winter....its sooo dark and miserable, I think it gets worse as you get older too. You're videos really cheer me up though and I can't be alone watching and shouting at the screen "You be careful Emma on those walks....!" Take care Beans, looking forward to the next instalment.

@gaiealash8374 Жыл бұрын

Really enjoy your content, you two are just lovely together , and yep too much dreary weather wears on the body and mind and spirit- I have to actively cultivate joy by literally imagining the feeling of joy! (complaining doesn't do it for this American) however, Alex if you make this dish for Emma, I predict you BOTH will be experiencing a lot of joy!!! 😉😂 Brazilian cod (fish) Stew Recipe - 🌸1 1/2 to 2 lbs of fillets of firm white fish such as halibut, swordfish, or cod, rinsed in cold water, pin bones removed, cut into large portions- I have also used salmon 🌸3 cloves garlic, minced 🌸4 Tbsp lime or lemon juice (used to soak fish in before cooking but also a total must during serving!) 🌸Salt & Freshly ground black pepper 🌸Olive oil 🌸1 cup chopped spring onion with the greens, or 1 medium yellow onion, chopped or sliced 🌸1/2 yellow and 1/2 red bell pepper, seeded, de-stemmed, chopped (or sliced) 🌸2 cups chopped (or sliced) tomatoes 🌸1 Tbsp paprika (Hungarian sweet) 🌸Pinch red pepper flakes 🌸1 large bunch of cilantro, chopped with some set aside for garnish 🌸1 14-ounce can full fat coconut milk directions: In a large covered pan (such as a Dutch oven), coat the bottom with about 2 Tbsp of olive oil and heat on medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook a few minutes, Add the bell pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Stir in the chopped tomatoes and onion greens. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, uncovered. Stir in the chopped cilantro. Lay the fish pieces on the vegetables, Pour coconut milk over the fish and vegetables. Bring soup to a simmer, reduce the heat, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes. add more salt (likely), lime or lemon juice, paprika, pepper, or chili flakes to get the soup to the desired seasoning for your taste. Garnish with cilantro. Serve with rice or with crusty bread, or since I am low carb I add in riced cauliflower, which can be added with the onions and peppers- this is a very tasty dish that is super nutrient dense & I never tire of the taste😋

@lesleyhughes3174 Жыл бұрын

Definitely understand SAD. We are experiencing a very wet summer in New Zealand, with flooding in the north in places that have never flooded, sadly with loss of lives. I've never known a summer like this and on my own in my van, I definitely have those SAD times, winter and now summer. You guys do so well with your meals in your vans, whatever part of the world you are. Being on my own, I have to say I've lost my adventurous ways in my van kitchen. Thank you for another awesome video. Cheered my morning up you have! Baby is certainly making their presence known now, for sure! 💌 Just lovely. Take care there, Beans!! 💙🧡 🧡 🙋🏼‍♀️ 🚐 🌏

@athollmcnicoll1028 Жыл бұрын

Right Alex, as you asked I have a meal that is easy to prepare, easy to cook and maybe not so easy on Emma's internals and it is this : Buy a Turnip (Neep) , skin it and cut into smallish chunks and boil in salted water for about an hour till soft. But that is not the meal side of it, as you need 2 bowls or Pyrex deep dishes and into them large spoon 3 spoonful's of Rough Oatmeal. Add salt and black Pepper for taste, give it a swish round and ladle off as much of the turnip bree as you want. The more you have, the better the meal is. Stirring continuously so there are limited lumps , when the bree turns cloudy, spoon into your gobs and feel the heat internally slide down to your gullets. And that is it 2 satisfied well fed adults and the Neeps can be used for another meal the next night with dare I say sausages and mash or an alternative !!

@glenncamp733 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, you make me so happy watching the two of you do almost nothing!! Clevely looks lovely - must go one day. I'm looking forward to seeing what the future holds. Thank you so much for providing good vlogs with great humor.

@stephenrussell6074 Жыл бұрын

You should walk to Baggy point in that part of the coast. I absolutely love camping in the rain, researching or reading fiction with the rain pattering on canvas, steel or fibreglass. It’s so relaxing, the same walking with a good umbrella. I don’t like hot sticky days too hot to do anything. Fajitas can be great to make in one pot, take jars of soured cream guacamole and salsa either home made or shop bought. Place plates instead of pan lids and heat the wraps between them, one up one down. Just need peppers, onions and whatever else you want to make vegetable or meat derived versions. Take pre mixed spices.

@trevorupton6904 Жыл бұрын

😊another great video. Thank you for sharing travel beans.Very nice scenery

@joelwalker2044 Жыл бұрын

My wife and I live in Minnesota and it is always very cold and very very cloudy in the winter. England does not look too bad. We Enjoy your channel.

@judymcmillan7837 Жыл бұрын

Had the pleasure of visiting Clovelly with my best friend many years ago. That walk is a real workout. I believe the sleds outside the cottages were meant to be pulled by donkeys. Beautiful village. You two are adorable and I enjoy watching from Ontario, Canada.

@zaynevanday142 Жыл бұрын

when I was in the Army the worse the weather the happier I’d get the more miserable the lads got the bigger my smile got I think there’s something wrong with me 😂

@TravelBeans Жыл бұрын

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@janpiper3068 Жыл бұрын

I enjoy your videos weather your complaining or happy and laughing. Its life, usually more happy than complaining.

@tamismile2 Жыл бұрын

My family loves "terrible" weather! It means no one else is out and about and we get all the things to ourselves! 😂 Clouds, fog, rain and snow give us a thrill! 😊

@gailwalker5902 Жыл бұрын

Just absolutely love watching you too 😊😊. Safe travels 😎❤️

@janenemccann1033 Жыл бұрын

Love watching your video's, love the laughter you share

@lisagreenlee143 Жыл бұрын

Another awesome video. You three are so much fun! Here ya go.... A few one pot/skillet meals. Sweet Potato Hash: In a large skillet, saute some diced or chopped sweet potato in olive oil until nearly but not quite fork tender. Then add some chopped onion , garlic, and zuchini and continue to saute with sweet potato until done and nearly caramelized. Add salt, pepper, and cumin then add some ground chorizo sausage or whatever sausage you've got and sear it off good. Push everything to one side of the skillet , lop in a little butter and crack a few eggs into the pan to fry. Mix it all up, toss in some cheese if you like and a splash of Cholula Hot Sauce. Smashing! Ribollita (Peasant Stew): Chop a couple carrot, an onion and a couple stalks of celery and toss in a pan with some olive oil to saute until translucent. Toss in a can of crushed tomatoes, a can of drained cannellini beans, some chicken broth or stock, a small wedge of parmesan, pepper, dried basil and oregano. Add some torn kale and crusty bread. Delish and so comforting! Posh Beans on Toast: To a pan add olive oil and butter, then add some broad beans or lima beans, peas, pearl onions, a little chopped garlic, a squeeze of lemon, some chopped parsley and green onion for flavor and color. Spoon onto a slice of crusty bread and crumble some feta over the beans. For Alex: Slap another piece of crusty bread on top and you've got a post beans on toast sandwich! lol Enjoy and as always, safe travels Beans! My best, LIsa G.

@RogerStephensTheWrenchMonkey Жыл бұрын

Love the laughter on your channel. You are both so much fun 🙂

@nicoleleanne2751 Жыл бұрын

I live in Somerset and have an 8 month old boy. I recommend walking all of the costal path from Minehead up to the Valley of the rocks it's unbelievable. I only explored there after lockdown. Maybe not recommended heavily pregnant though lol saying that I walked up cheddar gorge in my third trimester and was fine haha

@Jason_xofilos Жыл бұрын

With all the amazing places you visited it is alway the beauty of home that makes us treasure even more.

@ExpatNatt Жыл бұрын

I love seeing these UK Vanlife videos, they make me feel a bit closer to home when I’m the other side of the world ❤

@sueprior9184 Жыл бұрын

Loved the video. It is great to see different destination but also you cooking and living van life. I liked the look of you saucepan and frying pan set. Great idea to cook in one pot.

@Jad4683 Жыл бұрын

I can a absolutely relate. I lived in Oregon for 10 years and the weather used to drive me crazy

@irmielam5192 Жыл бұрын

Yup, I'm in Oregon too. I can't wait until spring.

@nancyt659 Жыл бұрын

I lasted three years in Oregon and had to go back to California! The first year was great but then the constant rain got to me. Summer was great though.

@carolemurray4532 Жыл бұрын

Love watching you two enjoy the good and the bad weather. I can't imagine anyone not being effected by the weather. Alex is so dang funny who could be sad while watching the Beans. (except when the van burned down)

@KimBuckie Жыл бұрын

As a brit, we love it when we have a sunny hot day. We strip off and make like we are in the South of France. Love Somerset

@garyhaberfield Жыл бұрын

Nice to see you just around the corner again, I had no idea so many nice places were near by. I must get out more.

@JudiDolliverAstley Жыл бұрын

We love watching your channel & all your escapades! I just had a giggle over Alex’s comment about being able to turn anything into a sandwich. My hubby is the same way! And…his family came over here from Lancashire England! Happy & safe travels! As my FIL would say, Emma’s “bun” is finally showing!

@christinehyde5448 Жыл бұрын

You two are so likable and sweet. Great sense of humor!

@janeg917 Жыл бұрын

Love your videos so much, lots of lovely laughter and honesty. I love the idea of a beige sandwich, I know exactly what you mean!! I really love Clovelly, the sleighs are for the residents to fetch their shopping and transport things up and down as cars aren't allowed. Apparently they used to be pulled by donkeys but that's no longer the case. (By the way I believe it's pronounced Clo Velly not Clover lee lol). Keep up the good work, so many great adventures to come and, soon, a lovely new bean to join in with them 🥰

@karenbonham798 Жыл бұрын

Love u guys! U have a great , positive attitude & view everything w/a sense of humor. Thanks for sharing ur journeys.

@richardmoore2590 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful video, thank you for sharing ❤️

@joannemagee4059 Жыл бұрын

Here in Astoria Oregon on the coast we get a lot of grey,wet,gloomy days too, but when the sun is out, it's glorious! You two crack me up. Taco soup is good. 💜💙

@marksmith762 Жыл бұрын

Another brilliant video guys. The tidal boar you referred to in Canada is the Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia. I was there 11 years ago touring Nova Scotia and Cape Breton. That is a trip I would strongly recommend for you to do when you decide to explore Canada.

@keyplayer5 Жыл бұрын

I hear you loud and clear on the gloomy weather and it’s effectiveness on totally making you miserable. We live in warm southern California and don’t feel it’s at all acceptable to have anything but blue skies. Today is overcast and rainy and foggy and I just want to stay in all day. Perfect timing on your video!😊

@suzanneorr9392 Жыл бұрын

Definitely get SAD feeling on grimville dull days but the blue skys are totally motivational❤

@barbaratillinghast6550 Жыл бұрын

I just love watching y’all. Thank you from BT in Georgia USA

@michellec8273 Жыл бұрын

We here in the Pacific Northwest in USA have the same weather and reactions to it. Except that if we have dry sunny weather for too many weeks, we start whining about drying out and blowing away. Plus if the temperature goes over 80-85F we are melting and non-functional. 🥵 Love your videos. Stay safe and warm.

@dianegriffith3006 Жыл бұрын

But it’s been yukky cold 🥶 way to much now. 🥲