Isle of Man Ep 2 Arrival in Douglas
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
- In this episode we take you with us onboard the Steam Packet ferry from Liverpool to the Isle of Man, showing the layout of the ship and the arrival procedures.
We enjoy our first look at Douglas in the rain and head straight for our park up on Marine Drive.
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Ahh the adventure begins 👏! Such a cozy evening you had. All snug and well fed. I’m happy for you both to have made this trip. The ocean/sea is spectacular. Living in the middle USA, I need to travel over 20 hours or so to poke my foot in one! You’re very fortunate! Mary
We can’t imagine living that far from the sea Mary. We do take our coasts for granted living in the UK 😊
Even though I live on the island its still lovley to see it this way have a wonderful time hear
Love following your adventures! My wife and I were just wondering if Carol had any pet names for you Ken as we notice you have a few endearing names for her - Charlie, Chutney, Bunny etc!!
Nothing that can be revealed on camera 😅😁 Thanks for watching.
Guys that video perfectly captured how wonderful van life can be even on a dreary wet day. Looking forward to the series :-)
Thanks Fergus 🙂
We like the way you show us how it is and not edited even taking the wrong turns,happens to us many times,some vloggers would not show this
Oh bless Carol with the laptop 💻 suddenly playing loud on the ferry ⛴ this happens to me most nights when I’m trying to look at you tube and suddenly realise the volume is too high and wake hubby up 🤭 Great vlog both, you really are such a fantastic channel, so relaxing and genuine. I love Ken’s enthusiasm and Carol has such a beautiful soul, she looks after you well Ken 🥰 Enjoy rest of the trip, looking forward to the next episode xx
She certainly does look after me well that’s for sure. Thanks for your kind comments ❤️
That's why I always start with headphones attached to my devices. That way only I get blasted if the volume has been raised deliberately or accidentally.
@@andybrockbank3027 that is the sensible approach 👍☺️
14: 03 ..THE CARAMEL IS MINE 😋
There are actually 4 engines. Fairly regularly they have problems and operate with 3.
It was the last wet day for a while. And you were nowhere near the no-fly zone.
Interesting re the restricted drone flying . I will remember that .
I got permission to fly my drone next to the main airport on Shetland isles I few years ago . After talking to an airport official , I was given air traffic controls phone number. It was early on a Sunday morning with no flights due in from the mainland until mid day.
Taking photos of an Iron Age Broch settlement . Checked in with air traffic control prior to launching and given a brief ,then phoned back once completed with drone powered off.
I think they really appreciate people doing that and if their are no flights there really is no reason to say no. Win win 👍
I LOVE these vids. The downtime, the pet names ( bunny Charly mother ❤️❤️❤️) the appreciation for bad weather and a simple hot meal... Long live civilized ppl in the camping world! 👏😍
Very cosy vlog😁 I always enjoy rain when I'm inside, it's cosy and relaxing. I hope though that you will have some dry weather on your further trip👍
Thanks Anita, we don’t mind a bit of rain as long as we have a good park up to relax in 🙂👍
It looks lovely the isle of man..but I'd rather go our island the isle of wight but you never know. I must say the both of you have lovely relaxing soothing voices. You both could maybe read a story about a place you've both been because i could very easily listen for hours to your soft voices, Thank you besafe x
All looks very interesting and adventures to be had even in the evening rain. Enjoy you two. You always come across as enjoying yourselves.
Thanks Sue. We always try and have fun come rain or shine 😊
Loving the series already some great tips on ferry travelling and looks my sort of remote place already … I know the rain stops filming generally but we like all being cosy in the van …
We love being cosy in the van when it is wet and windy outside. We also like to have a but of sun now and then! Looks like it is brightening up this week thank goodness 🙂
Can't wait to go their again in my little Van I Have only ever been when it's been TTRacing or classic racing on my motorcycle fantastic places to visit and quant little hide aways have a briiiant time am so Jealous xx
If you get up to the top of the island Jurby there’s a nice car museum there and cafe and a old airfield
Thanks for the tip 🙂👍
It seems forever since we last went on a car ferry. Our last trip about 3 years ago was to The Netherlands. I prefer to go via ferry than by aircraft.
Never been to the Isle of Man, but looks like a lovely place to visit. Looking forward to the next one. Thanks for sharing. Paul and Suzanne. 👍👍
Hi Paul and Suzanne, thanks for watching. The Isle of Man is well worth visiting, plenty to do here 🙂👍
Hi guys glad you made it too the island....
The weather is getting better plenty of sun this week 😎.... it you driving on the mountain road come from Douglas too ramsey views are much better and you must go point of ayre North of the isle you can also stay there ..... Happy adventures atb chris
Its been beautiful today and we made it up Snaefell whilst it was clear. Thanks for the tips 👍
@@LifeistooshortCK nice one 👍
Phone signal was good for me in that car park, if you go for a hike from there you can reach Port Soderick passing Keristal nudist beach but a pleasant walk all the same
Thanks for the tip. Any boy racers when you stayed ?
@@LifeistooshortCK Yes most nights but more like s reasonably quiet gathering of midnight car enthusiasts although one occasion a guy was trying to rev his engine to shrapnel
Just home from a hard night on the doors to this... Bliss.
You in the security world Bruno. If you are I understand what that job is like.
I deleted my comments by accident oops 🙊 but yes it would have been amazing to have met you too. We go over in August every year apart from last year due to Covid 🥱 we will continue to watch your videos. They are amazing xx
Glad you got there safe and sound. The crossing didn't look too bad, the Irish Sea has a reputation ! Looked a bit like Cornwall on your first stop....quite rugged. Looking forward to the drone flying 'up north'.
Thanks Martin and Marie. It is very like Cornwall around the coast. Plenty of drone flying to come later 😊
Hi Guys , just a little nod, I done a few nights wild camping a the back off the boat terminal ,no one said a word plus you have the all night use off the toilets , enjoy your stay it's a wonderful island
Thanks John, that’s a useful tip 👍🙂
You appear the most Zen couple I know. Keep up the good work!
Thanks, will do!
Hi Ken Carol,that looked a lovely trip it looked quite Calm ,come on Ken the breakfast look delicious lol you seam to take the rain with you ,I remember you saying the Ferry was expensive but you got there in one pice ,love it kettle on mother,I wind my partner up by calling her mother lol it’s a beautiful car park with a great view DINNER READY MOTHER lol ,I have really got into watching your blogs you are both down to earth people love you both,I noticed you lift the roof up when Carol is cooking poor woman is bent like a T come on Ken put it up lol ,well you two have a good night till next time take care keep safe live life, John 🇬🇧🥂👏🌹🌹👀👀⭐️⭐️❤️
Hi John. Thanks for your lovely comment. The ferry crossing was nice and smooth, just a bit choppy coming into Douglas. We tend to keep the roof down when it is windy to keep out the noise and prevent any damage. Glad you are enjoying the videos. Take care 🙂👍
Been looking forward to this one since we watched the journey up, and pub stop in Moore which isn't a million miles away from us here! Glad you had a decent crossing. We've had some real bumpy ones in the past and it really is a lottery. The IOM is beautiful and full of nooks and crannies to explore. Look forward to the next one and oh, thanks for making my mouth water with the sight of buttered peas and haddock fishcakes! Cheers folks, safe travels. Mart & Jo.
Hi Mart & Jo. Glad we had a smooth crossing too, it was only a bit wallowy at the end! Hope you enjoy the series. Take care ❤️
Enjoy guys ! We're just back from north wales, and looking forward to our next adventure 💕
Hi, I just stumbled across your video in my UA-cam recommendations! I have lived in IOM my whole life so if you’re still here or planning to return some time I can give you plenty of tips on great places to walk or visit etc I don’t have a motor home but would love to have one to travel around in, it’s nice to be self sufficient! Looking forward to your next video to see where you get to in IOM!
Thanks for the offer Natalie. We have been all over the island as you will see but I bet there are many amazing places we have missed. If you would like to share any tips then use our email address in the video details 👍
Hope you are enjoying the IOM, we may even see you on a clear day from here in Ireland. lol
Keep an eye out Ted and wave if you see us 😁👋
Hello Ken / Carol nice ferry trip over to the island just like the ferry here the only difference is BC Ferries do not allow any smoking at all in or outside so its very pleasant to walk around , in fact anywhere on the property is no smoking even in the parking area. The island looks lovely even in the rain look forward to the next video when you are out and about. Take care .
Thanks Shaun. It is very unusual to smell tobacco smoke these days as we are so used to non-smoking regulations in shops and restaurants. It is easy to forget how unpleasant it used to be.
The haddock fish cakes with veg' looked very tasty. I'm hungry now! ☺
How long was the ferry crossing? The sausages looked half cooked to me!! I've got the same problem as you ken my other half can't navigate her way out of a paper bag. 🤣 The weather is looking a lot better for you this week, bright sunshine so you will see I.O.M in all it's glory, ENJOY!! 👍😍🌞😎
The ferry crossing is 2hrs 45mins but I think we did it in less with a strong tailwind. Looking forward to seeing the sun again this week 😁🌞
Glad to see you made it. Let me know what you find the best on the road food. I wonder what others thought of the steamed up windows while parked? LOL Looking forward to seeing what you fine. Simple supper loked fine after a busy day. Stay safe.
Will do. They must think we are sex addicts as our windows steam up at the drop of a hat when we put that kettle on 😁👍
Love watching your vlogs, always learn something from you both. Ken you are so chilled and easy to listen too and Carol your campervan cooking always looks so tasty.
Thanks so much Lindsay 🙂
That evening meal looked delicious. Enjoy your stay on the Island. Looking forward to the future vlogs 😊x
Thanks Nadine 🙂
Another of your videos I didn't want to end. I wish your videos were an hour long, I would be extremely happy.
That’s very kind of you to say so, thank you 😊
Reassuring to see that I was not the only person to take the wrong turn left on exiting the ferry. The breakfast looked okay except the sausages because I prefer sausages, bacon or burgers to be really well done. Impressed with your cooking skills in the van.
That wrong left turn is very nice Gary as you know, you get a lovely view of the fuel farm which so many more able people seem to miss 😱😁👍
Great vlog Ken and Carol. Looked cosy despite the bad weather. What a nice pitstop cannot fault the views there can you. Thanks for sharing.
Cheers Grumpy
Love the nicknames Ken calls Carol!!!!!
Absolutely love this landscape who knew
Great video as always 🙏 looks a stunning place so should be a great adventure and the fish looked a lovely meal 😋 how was them spuds? Done to perfection 🙌❤️💙🚐🙌
It was all good thanks 😋😋😋
Loved this. As well as seeing you in transit and finding your first park-up it was really nice to see you just chilling n chatting in the van. I was also made up to see you enjoying one of my vids! (well, watching it anyway 🤣). Thank you & safe onward travels ❤️
We did enjoy it Sue, honestly ❤️👍😀
enjoy video
the rough part where the ship stopped did it make you feel sick the rocking motion.
your meal with the fish cakes looked yummy 😋
I hope it stops raining for you both.
stay safe.
Thanks Moira. It was a bit choppy arriving in Douglas Harbour. Looks like the weather is going to be better this week. Take care ❤️
What a lovely start to an unknown place for yourselves will be taking notes for this set of adventures as I'm making plans to visit there myself the park up was beautiful I don't mind the rain myself it adds to the mood and feeling of the place where you are..tasty dinner like those fishcakes looking forward to the next installment many thanks 😀
Give...KYDE AND ERIC ...(Isle of Man) a try down the hole of rabbits that is The Tubes of You to see what two "Yanks" who live in Japan and make fine travel vlog/blog uploads
I must be one of the few Irish people who has never been to The Isle of Man. Looking forward to your take on it. Thank you
Early report is its well worth the trip Willie 👍
Funny you said the isle of Man is a gem in our national anthem lyrics are O land of our birth of gem of gods earth"
We didn’t know that! The words are very appropriate, it is indeed a gem 😍
@@LifeistooshortCK It really is, you should definitely come back for TT! When the Island is as busy as a city!
Even if you're not interested in bikes it's great camping, atmosphere is so good! So many events!
Thank you, I really enjoyed that. You both look very happy and who doesn’t love cosy on a wild wet day. A stunning park up. Looking forward to the series.
Fantastic Thank you so much Greetings from New Zealand
Thanks for watching Harry & Donna.
Another place we must visit when we get the van. The list is getting longer and longer!
Thank you so much. I'm probably thousands of miles away in California so I get to Simi travel through your videos. Stay safe and healthy. God bless you all.
We hope you enjoy riding along Katherine 👍
well done on your channel and im enjoying your adventures
The crossing looked stress free and relaxing, and what a great little park up for the first night. And all in glorious 4k, what a treat👍
Cheers Mike. It was a very nice crossing. Watch out for a future update on that park up 😁👍
That's definitely the way to do it. Whatever the weather throws at you, go with the flow. After all, you are halfway to the Emerald Isle so you're going to get some rain. Coastal areas are almost always as picturesque in the rain as in the sunshine. It's a shame you can't put the drone up though. Still plenty of opportunity when you move to the other end. 🤔👍
Absolutely gorgeous here today but that won’t be seen until later episodes 👍
Looked like you had a good crossing . I hadn't realised it was 3 hour crossing . I think you guys have fallen in love with the I.O.M. Looking forward to seeing the Island. Thank you both.
We have fallen in love with island for sure. 👍
Hi Carol and ken
Love the Isle of man, had a couples of school holidays there and was standing below summer land when it caught fire had to run (along time ago) and I have been to several tt weeks, sadly haven't been back for a few years, great place 👍👍👍
I remember watching a video on that fire. It was a terrible tragedy. We would love to come back for the TT
Hi Ken and Carol, Happy landings, I hope the weather bucks up for you sooner rather than later. Look forward to the rest of your vlogs. Andy.
Thanks Andy 🙂👍
Looks so cosy in the van. I'm driving my husband insane pointing out camper vans all the time. When he points one out I always say, "That's too big for us!" He pretends he's not interested in the vlogs I watch but when we get in bed at night he always says "where are they now?" meaning Ken and Chutney. I reckon it's gonna be great there guys. The only problem I have with your vlogs is they're not long enough...Haahaaa!!! get your heads down for another good sleep and great adventure. xx
That’s so funny Tina. We are the same with UA-camrs we watch, wondering where they are 😀 Take care you two xx
Love the videos guys, really enjoy them. Hopefully our old Vw will be ready for next spring.
All the best for your future travels 👍
Been there number of times with my motorcycle,fascinating place,never used to be speed limits outside towns.this was in the 90s.
There are quite a few speed limit signs now but not a lot of traffic outside of the towns which is great 🙂👍
Looking forward to your next video. Thanks.
More to come! Thanks Larry 🙂
I was wondering if the Isle of Mann is a part of England? I really enjoyed this video. Thanks so much. Have a pleasant evening.
It is a self governing British crown dependency.
Did you preempt what I was going to say about your empty plate again 😁 You're like us, might not be great but eat as much as possible anyway. The dreaded blast of noise, think a few of us have done that and it ain't half embarrassing. That was very shaky, you could hear it.
Yes we hate to waste any food 😁👍 Glad to report there was no damage done to the van on leaving the ferry. Take care guys 😀❤️
I live on the IOM. Sorry I missed you!
Love watching the video.Can’t wait for the next one.
Ferry looks very nice. Clean.
Thanks for a lovely video. The Manannan ferry out of Liverpool is a beast of a vessel. A full 40 knots out at sea with twin caterpillar ex-US military drives when we did the journey. The ferry trip there and back was an experience in itself. Your van looks so cozy, even in the inevitable Manx rain. Hope you manage to sample the Manx national dish of chips, cheese and gravy and a hot kipper bap. Looking forward to the next installment.
A hot kipper bap, now that sounds tasty. Will have to give that a try 🙂👍
Thank you for another interesting and informative video, I do so enjoy virtually touring with you. Having only recently discovered your channel I’m catching up on your amazing back catalogue! I’m not sure if you’ve covered it before but if not, a question about drone flying what app do you use to determine no-fly zones? Thanks again and enjoy the IOM, it’s a lovely isle and birth place of the Gibb brothers, better know as the Bee Gees
We saw the Bee Gees statues the other day. Very good likenesses. I use an app called Altitude Angel which I think is free. There are others but I like it the best. 👍
@@LifeistooshortCK Thank you! I’d forgotten they installed the statues this year.
Been looking forward to this series, last time I was on the Isle of Man was 1978 for the TT races, hopefully I will recognise some places as you travel around, laxey wheel was one place I visited and also snaefell mountain.
We would love to see a TT.
Do this route loads of times and brings many memories on the Manannan or Ben My Chree. Absolutely love the Marine Drive is so picturesque any time of the year.
IoM is such an amazing place!
The Glens are wonderful to go on walks. Glen Maye being one of my favourite also Garwick Beach, but be aware your clutch needs to be in good shape for that road there 😂
Our first time. We have been missing out and should have come years ago.
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The little red camper, my Saturday night viewing! 😁
Thanks Sylvia ☺️
Looks like its going to be a lovely trip, looking forward to more views of the island it'll make a change to see your view rather than just showing motor bikes racing around the island as I am sure the island has more to offer xx
Its a van campers paradise. 👍
This brought back some nice memories thank you for that. Ive flew to the island and by Ferry. Looking forward to seeing the rest of your adventures on Ellen Vallin,did you know the Gibb brothers were born there The Bee Gees. There is a new statue of the boy's on Douglas promenade. If you go through Union Mills you will see a post office with house, their mother ran that. Enjoy Xx
Glad you enjoyed it and it brought back some memories for you Margaret. We saw the Bee Gees statue the other day 😀
@@LifeistooshortCK Oh your so lucky, I'd go back to the island just to have my pic taken with it lol xx
Enjoying following along with your trip and seeing the island through new eyes. You would have been fine with your drone on Marine Drive - the airport restriction is only within 5km. Maybe that's a good excuse to come back again one day, though 😁
The App Altitude Angel said I couldn’t fly but thanks to viewers comments I realised I could so managed to get some drone shots later in the trip 🙂
I take care care of an adult disabled child and cannot travel. It is like taking a trip with a friend. I really enjoy watching this.
@@elizabeththomason1582 thanks for coming on our travels with us. Look after yourself ❤️
Thanks Ken let your adventure begin looking forward to this series.
Thanks Ian 🙂
Enjoyed this very much. Looks to be a lovely place. Always great to “ get the kettle on mother!” Always makes us think of the lovely Stephen. Excited to see the next episode 👍
We are enjoying the Isle of Man, so easy for off grid camping. We always think of Stephen when we “get the kettle on Mother” 😁 Thanks for watching 👍🙂
We know the I O M well as we have family living there. We always feel as if we are ‘stepping back in time’ when on the island. Make sure you do some of the islands top scenic drives 😊
It does feel like going back in time when the roads were much quieter and it is so easy to find park ups. We have been blown away by some of the scenic drives in all weathers ☺️
We are here at the moment and this was our first stop, quiet night.
Will be using a few more of your stops over the next ten days.
Thanks Carol and Ken 😊
Wow, that’s great Lisa. Have a wonderful time touring the Isle of Man ❤️
We’re looking forward to watching further adventures. Keep up the wonderful work. It’s lovely to see you both enjoying yourselves on your latest trip.
Thanks Chris
The cost of taking the ferry to the IOM is astronomical, you need a second mortgage. There is no competition just the one company and I am afraid they rip you off.
It is a shame as it is beyond the budget of some people. On the other hand it keeps the number of tourists down. There needs to be a middle ground somewhere.
Nice to see your enjoying the island so far, if you get a chance take the tram car to Ramsey and there is one which goes up to the top of the mountain. Enjoy !!!!
We are hoping to do the tram ride up Snaefell when we get a clear day for the best views 🙂👍
When you go up there its known as the Bungalow and you will find a bronze statue of Joey Dunlop a local irish rider with many credits to his name. Never met Joey, moved to Ballymoney soon after his death in Estonia, but met his family and his brother Robert, who is sadly deceased as well
You two are doing what we hope to do...in a few years time...so thanks for sharing and happy travels! 🌻
You’re welcome Karen. Thanks for watching.
How do you disable the car alarm? Only I've had to have mine permanently disconnected due to it always going off for no reason. Love your videos must take a great deal of work.
In the NV200 you make sure you have all the keys on you, open the drivers door and reach in and press the lock button, then shut the door. All the doors will lock but the internal sensors only are disabled. 👍🏻
This only works from the drivers door
@@LifeistooshortCK Thanks I'll give a try.
Nice see got Ilse of man Douglas am off ther in September soon I enjoy place missed it last year hope enjoy stay on marine drive were trams use go to port sulvick like watching it
Thanks for watching. Have a great trip 🙂
You can fly a drone at marine drive. Manx law is just restricted to a 5km radius around the airport. Marine drive is way outside that. I don’t know why drone assist shows that massive area tbh
I realised that after a few days and got back to my normal habits. 😁👍
Well we have never thought of travelling to the Isle Of Man so this is going to be interesting to watch, hope the weather picks up for you.
Its worth the crossing. 👍
Ramsey for the win! ha ha ah
love the Marine Drive x
The saying "kettle is on mother" is certainly growing, thanks to Stephen's influence :-)
Yes he has started something there 👍
Love the isle of man!!
good vid of your travels stay safe on your travels good vids lee
Cheers Lee 👍🙂
Watching with interest. Xx It's like taking us with you as never got there yet.
Looks really bumpy docking. I appreciate the ferry footage as I'm sailing in 2 weeks to NI and not travelled in covid times yet
I think I will try again next year loving the scenery so far :) 😀
The crossing was fine, even the bumpy bit at the end wasn’t too bad. Have a great time in NI and hope you can make it to IOM next year 🙂👍
@@LifeistooshortCK that's good. Feel quite reassured as been unsure for years about fast ferries.
I hope so too.
Lovely vlog, i love how organised you both are.
You have to be organised in this van otherwise it would be chaos. We are constantly thinking of new ways to make things work best 👍
i live on the isle of man. great place, raad ny foillan or millenium way are recommended walks
Thanks for the tips 🙂👍
Nice.
That was lovely, the Isle of Man seems very quiet compared to the mainland...
I think you might love it over here either on Chug or in your mini camper. Its a little gem. 👍
Cool van it’s like the starsky and hutch of wild camper vans
I live In the Isle of Man !! We welcome you
Thanks Aaron 😀