I grew up on the west coast and we had a boat, nothing fancy but its 128 years old now. So we went all over the west coast, loved it,. So thank you for reminding me , also my grandperants house was on a see loch so every night my bro and me would watch the seals playing every night. The local pub was all Mouse Man furniture we would try to find every mouse, can you imagin how much that pub furniture would be worth now, probably more than the pub. Whisky Galore is a great film about saving that whisky the B&W vertion is best the new one doesnt catch how the locals were then, free kerkers are odd, my dad was brought up one.
Hey Gabby, that sounds like a very dreamy childhood in a place like this. Do you still have the boat? The whisky galore was such a surprise for me, because I never heard about that story.. absolutely crazy, but such a Scots-in-a-nutshell story!
We sold the boat when my dad died. My brother and i discribe our childhood as Swallows and Amazons, we were outside playing all the time even when it was raining@@luca.manelli
I’m Scottish but have lived in the United States for 15 years. While I’ve been back many times in that period, I’ve not been home for 5 years. Watching your videos has made me feel the pull of home. I miss my beautiful homeland so much. Your videos are excellent and so we’ll made.😢 Thank you guys.
I get that feeling to iv been over but Scotland is itsown drug, but this drug does nothing but good for yourself. I also head for a square sausage and morning roll, i miss the food and sweeties but i make my great uncles Tablet where ever i am.
Thanks Jaime, It makes me happy to hear that the videos have tickled your heart. Scotland is a truly magical place, and I keep thinking about the day we will have the change to go back and explore more of this unique country. My fingers crossed that you get to see home again soon :)
I always said to people I have been to Glen coe and it is magical. You can see the three sisters as many times as you like on RU-vid. But until you've seen it for yourself in real life. You will not understand what I am on about. 🏴
This was one of the best videos we have watched about traveling in Scotland and we have watched sooooo many as we are planning for our trip in 2024. Thank you for sharing your experience. 😊
I have watched the first 5 minutes of this video, and so far you have only pronounced Oban correctly, Luss as in us, not loose, Gylen, Kerrera? When you can't do it ask a local, your pronunciation shows no respect for the history of the land you walk upon.
Relax, mate. I've literally said I don't know the correct pronunciation in the first minute of this video. I'd like to hear your pronunciation of "spaghetti", "pistacchio" or any other Italian word I hear mispronounced on a daily basis.
You need to chill out, this video does nothing but promote Scotland. They gave you historical information too. Couldn't care less if they get the odd name wrong.
You're welcome @ladybugmom6043! :) The Outer Hebrides are seldom crowded with tourists as they are quite remote. The Isle of Skye on the other hand can get quite busy, especially in the most popular spots, but apart from the Fairy Pools we were quite lucky!
Hey Richie, I'm glad you enjoyed it! :) For this video I used a DJI Osmo Pocket. Decent stabilization thanks to the gimbal, but most importantly, very very portable. Fits in your pocket and can record in 4K!
Hey Richie, that's the same camera. Full name is DJI Osmo Pocket. I use the original model, whereas the 2 is the upgrade (it comes with 4x digital zoom).
@@luca.manelliI lived in that house it was used as the staff quarters of the great western hotel on the esplanade the stories that house could tell long time ago I was a chef in the great western 1972 to 1975 Oban is a great place
Great vid. We’ll be visiting Oban next april with the whole family. Our dad is just as active and lively as yours. Your video helped us a lot. I’m curious and exited about the Iona and Staffa trip. How would that be only 30 quid? Because the cheapest offer I found was more than 80. (€, euros that is. We’ll be very willing to pay everything in Euro Sterling).
Hey Erik, I am really glad you enjoyed the video! For the Staffa boat tour it really depends what your starting point is. If you leave from Fionnphort it is still 30 quid, whereas if you leave from Oban or want to add the Treshnish Islands then it goes up in price. You can find all the tours here: www.staffatours.com/tours/ Best of lick with your trip, I am sure you will have a fantastic time! <3
Love Scotland, I’ve made 6 - 2 week trips there to enjoy as much as possible. Had a seventh planned, to the Hebrides, then c19 came about. Absolutely love Scotland. My trips were more of a historical visits. Love the history
That's amazing. It sounds like you managed to visit most of this beautiful country! The Hebrides are a must: we truly loved driving through the landscape and really enjoyed the peace and quiet they offer. I hope you manage to reschedule soon! :) I'm hoping to post the video of our trip to the Hebrides soon so stay tuned!
Very nice video! Gives one a lot of peace and relaxation, thanks for that! 🙏🏼☺️ We start next spring our European trip in Scotland, not sure if that's the best idea weather-wise, but still can't wait. 💯
Very glad you enjoyed it, guys! ☺️ There might still be snow at higher altitudes, but I am sure you will have a great time in Scotland! Get in touch if you want some advice on destinations! :)
Can't believe how many dolphins you saw. My mother and I must have spent thousands looking for dolphins on various trips over the years and we've never seen a single one. My mum is 70 and has been trying to see one for 50 years. We've also been everywhere in your video at least once so you were extremely lucky.
I knew we had been lucky, but not SO lucky! It was absolutely incredible, so keep trying. I'm sure you and your mum will finally be able to spot these incredible creatures. We did the Staffa Boat Tour in late August, if that helps. I'm rooting for you, keep me posted! 🤞
@@luca.manelli I've done that exact tour before and saw nothing...though there were sightings the day before and the day after (not the first time that's happened, maybe we're jinxed!)
I hope you see some dolphins one day!!! Is there anywhere you have a chance to see them from land? That's a lot of money spend. I really hope it happens for you both - it will be magical when it does
Two of the best places to see dolphins from land in Scotland is near Inverness (Chanonry Point, Fortrose) and Aberdeen ( Torry Battery overlooking the Harbour). Ask locally for the best tide times for viewing.
Lovely video. I’m glad you enjoyed our beautiful Argyll, and I thought your itinerary was one of the best I’ve seen on You Tube (I would highly recommend it). A couple of wee notes on pronunciation: Luss (as in ‘bus’); Lomond Lo (as in ‘low’) mond (as in ‘pond’); Kerrera Ke (as it sounds but with emphasis on this first syllable) rrera (as it sounds but less emphasis and said quickly); Kilchurn Kil (as in ‘kill’) ch (as in ‘loch’) u (sounds like ‘oo’) so it sounds like ‘kill-hoorn’ (with the emphasis on the second syllable);
Thank you very much Kirsten! We had the best time in Argyll, and I would really like to visit again, perhaps focusing on Mull, Jura and Islay. If you have any suggestions please do get in touch! Appreciate the pronunciation lesson, I have been practicing out loud! 😊
Thanks @lucieni, I am definitely planning on coming back soon and visit a few spots such as the South Devon AONB. My wishlist is getting longer and longer. Feel free to drop your recommendations! 🙂
I have done that walk a couple of times.But in One day,starting at Hinton Ampner at 7..00 am and reaching Southampton at 5.00 pm.It's a really great walk,and I really enjoyed your video
Cheers David. Kudos to you for doing the whole walk in one day! That was also my original plan, but then I got to Winchester at 2pm and since I was living there at the time I decided to break it down in two days to make it more enjoyable.
I like the boom boom music in the background. If you didn't have any boom boom music, you'd lose my attention and I wouldn't finish watching your video.
Cheers! Ahah yes, I know, I've included an amendment on the video when I realised I misquoted his name. To be honest I didn't know who he was back then, so when I met him I called my partner home and asked what the fuss was all about :D
The path parallel with M27 was nice and clear when you walked through. I tried today, it was full of thorny plants. It was very difficult to walk through. My fingers and arms were scratched. By the way, from your video, it seemed that you didn't walk pass Southampton Airport. The way parellel with airport runway was difficult to walk too. It was quite muddy. I should try your route. Can you please share the map of your walk? Thank you in advance.
Hiya! Sorry to hear that you've encountered difficulty on your walk, but I hope you managed to complete it anyway! All the rain in the last few months and little maintenance probably did not help with the vegetation. I did walk past Southampton Airport, by the way. You can find the map of the second day on my Strava profile: www.strava.com/activities/5142387483 - Take care!
@@luca.manelli The path parallel to the M27 is still almost impassable. I tried to access it a few days ago from Manbridge Reservoir. Does anyone know of any planned maintenance? I see total neglect.
