North Wales 2021 Vlog 20 Snowdonia, Llanberis

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In this episode we leave Caernarfon and head into the mountains of Snowdonia passing through Llanberis and up the Llanberis Pass.
After a breakfast stop we go for a drive through Snowdonia National Park via Beddgelert to Llyn Padarn where we spend a relaxing afternoon.
As the evening draws on, the hunt is on for a park up for the night.
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@carlthompson7759 2 года назад

The lakes in Llanberis are called Llyn Padarn. And the one adjacent to the power station is called Llyn Peris.

@LifeistooshortCK 2 года назад

Thanks for the info Carl 🙂👍

@marionjohansson4235 Год назад

My goodness, fancy thinking of campers as being freeloaders! We use money left right and centre. Food, excursions, bathrooms, hotels, pubs…….

@maryg.249 3 года назад

My daughter has approximately 12 ducks she is raising. They are simply adorable! I’m going to assume you found a good place to camp for the night because we’re watching your videos today! Thanks for the good share. Mary

@martinsmith3354 3 года назад

Freeloaders in a free park up space.... You just can't win sometimes.

@testpilotian3188 3 года назад

Some people are just arseholes or maybe the minority have ruined it for the majority like normal. No doubt the local council will likely close the car park in the evenings eventually.

@kelloekayaker 3 года назад

I have just stumbled across your channel whilst looking for some vlogs on Anglesey....i must say...there is a certain ecsenticity about the way you narrate.......im bloody hooked.SUBBED. keep this going,it's so refreshing.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the sub 👍

@catrescuer 3 года назад

I love your magical mystery tours. I never can guess where you might visit during the day. The drone footage is always lovely. You are fabulous ambassadors for these small village businesses. You make me want to visit these places again. I may even turn my car into a camper with my cat and dog.

@louisesymonds9963 3 года назад

Absolutely stunning scenery. I’ve just read that the slate landscape of North Wales has been recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Thank you for another inspiring video. X

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

What a coincidence! That is well deserved. Thanks for watching 🙂👍

@motorhomenarrowboat1 3 года назад

Guys I am just going to say thank you for sharing. It all been said.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thank you Thomas 🙂

@roamingdolly 3 года назад

Some beautiful sights in this one, well done both. I was there a couple of months back so it was nice to see some reminders of where I traveled. Can’t wait for part 2. 😊

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Karl and Mo. Glad to bring back some good memories for you 👍🙂

@theflippintoothfairyjackie5702 3 года назад

Lovely journey, thanks for sharing the beautiful landscape ❣️

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Jackie 🥰

@testpilotian3188 3 года назад

Yeah they have major issues with people parking on the roads up there and regularly do towaways, I would have done the same with the red light, looks like someone left the lights on from the last job and they were just cycling through lol. Interesting that they don’t allow campers at the railway anymore.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

There seems to be an increasing discrimination against campervans. They get charged more than cars in some car parks and get banned completely in others.

@robertsjames16 3 года назад

Great Video, We have just stayed near Dollgethau & I tried paddle boarding at Bala Lake, Brilliant fun

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

We will have to try paddle boarding one day 😃 Glad you had a great time.

@moirabardin9030 3 года назад

beautiful scenery fantastic views I hope you found some where to stay overnight. stay safe. 🙂

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Moira 🙂👍

@shaunmckenna1923 3 года назад

Hello that was beautiful scenery in the mountains another part I have not really seen the clear lake was quite something to see loved your drone footage , what was the music playing in the background ? you do put a lot of effort into doing your videos very much appreciated . I wonder where you spent the night I am sure you found a good spot :) take care .

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Shaun. That track is The People by Kyle Preston 🙂

@shaunmckenna1923 3 года назад

@@LifeistooshortCK Thank you Ken I looked it up on RU-vid great music perfect for working in my workshop:)

@peterallman8474 3 года назад

Things certainly speeded up when Carol took the wheel. The "Snowdonia Lake" you refer to at 3:18 and 5:33 is in fact two lakes. Llyn Padarn then Llyn Peris. And if the ducks are at Padarn Country Park, is that not out of sequence if you've left Llanberis behind you and driven through Beddgelert? Looking forward to the next episode. You're about as close as I get to a bacon roll.

@YDysgwrAraf 3 года назад

Didn't Carol loop back round to Llanbêr via Groeslon?

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Peter, you are right about those lakes. We did in fact loop back to Llanberis after Beddgelert as we wanted a scenic drive to charge up the battery but well spotted 👍😁

@faytennant6229 3 года назад

Just making a cuppa then going to watch the most relaxing channel on RU-vid ☺☺☺

@gloriadoidge8422 3 года назад

Very enjoyable,as always.What stunning scenery.And I hope you found your sleep over spot.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Fay 😊

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

@@gloriadoidge8422 thanks for commenting. The next episode will be out soon 😉👍

@Misstree62 3 года назад

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@jmshrrsn 4 месяца назад

Hmmmm. As ever Ken and Carol, a great video but revealing too of our creaking tourist industry. I can think of nothing more stressful than dealing with traffic on those narrow lanes; being shouted at by mad people; turning up at a tourist attraction and be made to feel unwelcome. There’s also the issue of “honeypot tourism” where places like Eryri National Park (Snowdonia) are fast becoming no go areas because of the volume of visitors. Nope. Think I’ll stay at home and let Ken and Carol suffer on my behalf! Still, that scenery is stunning . . .

@LifeistooshortCK 4 месяца назад

😁👍

@suzysandiego6478 3 года назад

You are a talented videographer! We love to follow your and Carol’s adventures…we live by a mountain that many climb and often see the rescue helicopter with the “scream” basket hanging underneath!🙀A bit suspenseful at the end there! Will you end up in a hotel??

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

You’ll have to wait and see Suzy 😉 Thanks for watching 😀

@MollyGrue1 3 года назад

scream basket? omg...

@DanHeywood92 3 года назад

I appreciate how consistent you are with the uploads. I really do look forward to them. 😬

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Daniel 🙂

@adelarsen9776 3 года назад

1) Yes, you are a bunch of free-loader's. All those years paying tax, buying a camper, travelling around buying fuel, paying road tolls, paying to camp, buying groceries and eating out. I'd say that makes you free-loader's for sure. 2) I've just decided. I'm cancelling my trip around the UK. You can't even park at the side of the blinkin' road without paying. 3) I love ducks too. Gently golden roasted on a charcoal bbq. 4) I await the next riveting installment with baited breath.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Well said Ade, you are spot on with your comments as usual. We would make a good team; I’ll entice them and you cook ‘em 😁

@adelarsen9776 3 года назад

@@LifeistooshortCK Here ducky ducky ducky

@stevezodiac491 3 года назад

Freeloaders ? I can't wait until my van conversion is completed so I can join you. People object, when their money making system is bypassed. You probably overpay him the difference within the Barnet formula from England to Wales anyway. I will be doing the same as you when I am able and doing nothing wrong. I am also a cyclist, so I am well used to bigots. A good video as usual !

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Steve. Good luck with the van conversion and hope you can get on the road soon 👍🙂

@marykenna5778 3 года назад

Great video tonight as usual , my hubby and I love them .Carol is a brilliant driver..great drone clips Ken..One complaint the videos end too quick..cant wait for next episode 😂...Keep up the great work and stay safe☘💚

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks so much Mary. The next episode will be out soon ☺️

@skooliecarol8542 2 года назад

Well...This,Carol,way over here ,traveling,also in my...mini school bus thru Arizona...is now talking,to a Carol,in the UK...isnt that amazing...I,m enjoying your travels and Q &A,and hints and tips...and your fun names for everyday things,loo,anyway? I use same method as you...So easy,eh? So, this Carol,says great job..to you Carol and Ken.Funny,I feel like I know you.65 and 🌞...here

@LifeistooshortCK 2 года назад

Hi Carol. Thanks for your lovely message. It’s great to be able to talk to people from all over the world. We love hearing about other people’s campervans too. Please send some of that sun over here ☀️ Take care 🙂

@skooliecarol8542 2 года назад

Ken and Carol...you are such a sweet,and lovely couple

@the-other-windsors 3 года назад

You do like to leave us on a cliff hanger Ken. Becoming a habit. Perhaps you should have some special cliff hanger music to end with.. Like some Eastender duff.. Duffs lol

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Haha, love that idea 😁

@andycowley2639 3 года назад

It seems to be getting more difficult to get a space to park up for the night. The general consensus would seem to be forcing everyone with a van onto camp sites for the night. I cant understand the human condition! Great drone footage by the way! Look forward to the next. Andy.

@YDysgwrAraf 3 года назад

The problem is that wild camping doesn't scale particularly well and we're reaching critical mass. Twenty years ago you could pull up almost anywhere and spend the night in an unobtrusive fashion, but these days you'll often find that other vans have got there first. And it's doesn't feel particularly 'wild' if there are three vans even if there's space for six. There's also the issue of some people staying for extended periods. In Aberystwyth a few years ago, the council discovered that the same few vans had occupied the same free places on South Marine Terrace for most of the summer. Some had even privatized parts of the footpath with planters and flower displays! This is not on. And unfortunately, the solution is to ban overnight parking, since restricting the length of stay would require the kind of policing and administration that local authorities can't afford. This is what has happened at the car park in Ken and Carol's video overlooking Llyn Gwynant. Additionally, unfortunately some (it may not even be a minority) visitors have given tourists such a bad name that innocent campervanners are taking some of the flack. Take a look at this from a few days before Ken filmed in the same location. Local people had to clear that up. www.bbc.co.uk/cymrufyw/saf/57941166

@andycowley2639 3 года назад

@@YDysgwrAraf I can understand your frustration and really sympathize with you. When my wife and I camp we never leave any mess, make a public nuisance of ourselves and or upset the natives. The mess left behind in the video looks reminiscent of older teens/ younger twenty somethings, this is something that will and does always happen when you get younger like minded people together and I agree with you whole hardheartedly it isn't acceptable, neither is hogging a car park for long periods this only goes to give the rest of the genuine community a bad name. I'm sorry you have had to tolerate this kind of behavior.

@skooliecarol8542 2 года назад

We are having same p4oblems here in,US...DRIVES ME CRAZY..rude,lazy people,spoiling it...for us quiet and respectful ones

@aunchaleeloscalzo7195 3 года назад

Always enjoy your vlog. Thank you and do enjoy how carol always cooking great foods in a small space!!! 💕💕💕

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed it 🙂👍

@carolwhittlesea7683 22 дня назад

Like when you Ken fly the drone you have very good pictures camera is so good 👍

@alc7926 3 года назад

Freeloaders? Why because you want to avoid being exploited. Some people - honestly 😒

@PGtips2016 3 года назад

Caernarfon lol calling you a free loader...they make sick...they were all doing ok collecting there furlough while they could....just so jealous that they can't do what your doing. Good luck to you no matter where you go in the UK. I have a roof tent and we love it....we also have a large caravan...but we often choose to stop out where ever we are and pitch the roof tent up....we don't leave anything behind...so cause no harm or damage or inconvenience to anybody....but we spend our money there....no complaints then. We always stop out of the way and normally unseen by others just walkers. So keep doing what you do and keep posting your vlogs we love them. In fact we will be going to Penmon point after watching your vlog so thanks for that...keep on Campervaning guys

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks for that Luap. We were lucky at Penmon Point, there weren’t many vans there overnight. It can get busy in the school holidays and when the weather is good. Professional Moochers were there in the recent hot spell ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-qN458oBysz0.html Enjoy your travels 😀

@okt1637 3 года назад

Freeloaders!!! Omgoodness! Keep it up you guys, but please stay safe Xx

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Kate 🙂

@garryturner440 3 года назад

Hi ken and Carol, not sure if you are aware of the " britstops " book. You only get it online and its a book where businesses let you park up on their land over night. Might be worth checking out. !!!

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Garry. We’ll have a look at that 🙂👍

@garryturner440 3 года назад

@@julierogers1155 if I remember rightly I just went on to Google and put in britstops.

@uknick 3 года назад

I joined recently and have used it once in North Devon. The idea is that you do use the services of the establishment normally a pub.

@stepheng9607 3 месяца назад

Interesting reading the comments on this video and picking up the theme of unfriendly attitudes and poor tourism in Wales. We have family in both sides of Wales and have learnt Welsh. We return a couple of times a year to deal with family graves and have normally taken the opportunity to stay in local hotels or b&bs. However we have found that everything is now overpriced, the services are poor and it seems difficult to find a decent place to eat at a reasonable price. So we have decided to just do the journey in one day.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 месяца назад

We are heading there soon so will update on our experiences. 👍

@clairehrsclairerodermawarr9186 3 года назад

We travel these roads quite frequently, as we enjoy the views immensely...but to look down on the scenery from your drone footage was simply stunning 👍

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Claire. Glad you enjoyed the different perspective 🙂

@euansemple5598 3 года назад

Fantastic. I have been up all of those hills many times, but you’ve made me realise I need to get back up there again soon!

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Easy to forget how beautiful the scenery is around our Isles. You don’t have to travel far to be in amazing countryside 😀

@Professionalmoochers 3 года назад

Love all the pet names, we’ve found ourselves mimicking you 😆😆 Find me (Alan) a nice wild camp spot as I’m hoping for a solo camp this weekend 👌🏼

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Haha, we love a good nickname. Had a great weekend 🙂👍

@Misstree62 3 года назад

What’s your nickname Ken ?😉

@OurDaysOut 3 года назад

Lovely Vlog again Ken and Carol, with some beautiful scenery. Thank you for sharing. 👌👌

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks for watching Paul and Suzanne. Glad you enjoyed it 🙂

@MikeandTriciaOotnAboot 3 года назад

Again, no campervans in the car park 😡 even if yo can fit in a single space....crazy. The views at Llyn Dinas were amazing.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

It certainly puts us off visiting a place when we see those signs.

@getawaygeese 3 года назад

Brilliant video and can’t believe it’s a road we have never travelled - where have I been all my life lol so one for the bucket list … loved the drone and mountain footage …. That lake scene with the reflection where you parked and the drone exploration was stunning. Haha vanlife hey hey brilliant.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

We were lucky the weather cleared at the right time. Who needs to climb mountains when the drives are so scenic 😍

@tomflaherty1055 3 года назад

That was great scenery and excellent views!! But more amazing is the variety of meals you eat while traveling in the van. Where are you hiding that deluxe kitchen? lol

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Tom. It’s surprising what meals you can rustle up with one pan and a RidgeMonkey 😁

@Denis-pw2ho Месяц назад

Why do you call your wife Charlie brown

@LifeistooshortCK Месяц назад

@@Denis-pw2ho it’s a nickname 🙂

@jeffreyb3238 2 года назад

The berator was probably a free camper himself. I don't understand why this is frowned upon so much in the UK. Park up after dark, hasty departures at dawn. You are supporting local businesses. I'm preparing my VW Caddy as a weekender and I can't imagine being harrassed like that here in Victoria 🦘

@LifeistooshortCK 2 года назад

It doesn’t happen often. Enjoy your Caddy 👍

@Shep-nf3wk 3 года назад

Really glad you didn’t do a BBC special and call Snowdon , mount Snowdon. It is a pet hate of mine .The BBC and our friends across the pond like to put mount in front of everything they can .I guess it’s a delusions of grandeur on the BBC part. Thank you for not falling into this bracket. Happy travels in that wonderful part of Britain.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Glad we didn’t let you down there. Thanks for watching.

@sanclewphotographic 3 года назад

Like the previous comment, I have just had my dinner and with tea in hand I am settling down to start to watch your latest video, one thing I personally would not like is having to drive up and down taking up time looking for overnight parking, this is not a criticism but an observation, a lot of time is waisted, It seems the Welsh want you to holiday in there country as long as you park in England, take care U 2, Colin.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

It might seem wasted time but actually it’s just like being out for a drive in the car. This night every place we checked was too busy so we just kept on driving.

@catrescuer 3 года назад

Hi, some of the ‘no overnight parking/ no campers allowed’ signs look homemade/ unofficial...can you simply ignore these if there is no council logo?

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

There was a homemade sign where we stayed at Cemaes Bay.

@peterhadfield873 3 года назад

I live round that bit of north wales. its quite normal to see the tm guys driving round with the traffic lights cycling on the trailer.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

That’s interesting Peter. We have never seen anything like that before 🙂

@vanscran1672 3 года назад

It looks like a not just no camper vans area, but a no tourist place too. I won't be going there. Thanks for doing the video anyway very good as always.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

It’s a shame they are losing good business by banning campervans 🙁

@TiredOfAllOfThis 3 года назад

Fabulous… thank you Ken and Carol.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Our pleasure! Thanks Nick 🙂

@williegraham8557 3 года назад

Anything just to get money out off us u cant win🙄brill vid as usual 👍

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Cheers Willie 👍🙂

@dawngreen4074 3 года назад

Fantastic video as ever...love the meandering pace. TFS.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Dawn 🙂

@Anita-rq9ev 3 года назад

There is no better way to start a relaxed evening: watching you first and then Midsomer murders😁😅 hope to visit the UK again soon👍 take care

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Anita. Hope you get to come over to the UK soon 😀👍

@Anita-rq9ev 3 года назад

@@LifeistooshortCK 🙏

@lizzyask4652 3 года назад

Your drone footage is spectacular… thank you 😊

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Lizzy 🙂👍

@roaminginraymond 3 года назад

I recognise the dodgy road to Beddgelert lol. That's where we encountered idiot drivers going too fast! You could have turned around in the visitor centre car park. Lovely scenery. We love ducks too.

@nigeldavey1043 3 года назад

It's always been a bit like that around the Snowdon area. Arm and a leg to park, no stopovers u less you pay somebody. I used to stop either on my friend Sid's drive near Colwyn or at the little CCCsite at Llanistumdwy just the other side of Criccieth. The former was free and you got breakfast and the CCC site was not out of the way for price as it wasn't a high profile club site. Loved the Duck whispering but you'd never cook one in a ridgemonkey 🤣

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Haha. Thanks Nigel. Handy to have a friend like Sid in such a beauty spot. It looks like you have to book ahead now if you want to stay at the Pen-y-Pass car park!

@nigeldavey1043 3 года назад

@@LifeistooshortCK unfortunately Sid and Brenda are no longer with us so I don't visit Colwyn these days. Seriously, you have to book to use a carpark ? Now that is ridiculous. 🤔🙄

@nidge2822 3 года назад

What a beautiful road trip really enjoyed that thank you 😁

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Cheers nidge 👍🙂

@donnysweekendvanlifetravel7854 3 года назад

Great vid and a cliff hanger love it all the best donny

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Donny 🙂

@martinking4181 3 года назад

Hi Ken and Carol, thanks for sharing your travels. The drone footage over the lakes is very impressive and the mirror image of the mountains in the lake is very restful to watch. Snodonia is certainly a place to explore with such beautiful views. Hope you found a good place for the night to stay.

@amzlouise5861 3 года назад

Freeloader comments probably refers to the fact that is so illegal to wildcamp in wales without the land owners permission. However as you pick quiet spots and are considerate by leaving as you found it and not over staying that should be allowed.

@skooliecarol8542 2 года назад

Excellent

@paulhoolahan4001 3 года назад

We stayed a bit further down the same lane just past golf club had the same people beeping

@jonleigh1001 3 года назад

Freeloading hippies 😂😎😎 (shhhhh jelouse)

@grumpybear3229 3 года назад

Another great vlog Ken and Carol. Really good drone footage. Thanks for sharing.

@CamperVanya 3 года назад

Glad it isn't just me getting to the boot and realising I haven't unlocked the van. Drives me nuts, it happens every time. Bit harsh blocking all camper vans from a car park even those that fit into a one parking space 🙄. Beautiful scenery and Llyn Dinas looked stunning 👍

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Sue. Can’t understand why camervans aren’t allowed to park there even during the day.

@richardcope3850 3 года назад

Great video, someone needs retraining on loading temporary traffic lights on a trailer or at least how to turn them off!

@lindahiggins9295 3 года назад

Good evening Carol and Ken , great video really enjoying your travels makes me wish I had learnt to drive because I know I would enjoy doing what you do. Take care and stay safe xx 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿👍

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Its never too late 👍

@almuttley7876 3 года назад

Hi both, another very enjoyable episode. If you are returning to Beddgelert there is a very nice walk (in case you are not aware of it), it is about a mile in length and very scenic and fairly flat. If you go over the bridge in Beddgelert (where you went wrong), there is a turning left just as you cross over the bridge, The lane is called Stryd Smith and runs adjacent to the river. It takes you past some nice Welsh craft shops and you then arrive at the public toilets. From here there is a footbridge, but instead of crossing, you take a right through a gate and this leads you to the walk along the river. You often get to see a heron or two and other wild life during your walk. After about half a mile you come to another bridge (adjacent to the railway line) and you can cross this bridge and return to your starting point along the river on the other side. It is a lovely walk and highly recommended if you have chance. There is a car park about 1/4 of a mile away (so instead of turning into Stryd Smiith, you carry straight on along the A498). The car park is on the right a couple of hundred yards off the main road and sign posted. It was pay and display parking and cost £4 for the day last time I was there (which is a few years ago). Best wishes, Alan.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks for that Al, very useful information 👍🙂

@michaelteale6386 3 года назад

Wales is a beautiful country some stunning views. I think the freeloader man was just jealous .There's always one. Some beautiful shots of the lake Ken. Take care we will look forward to the next one. PS did you find most people are friendly towards vanners.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Michael. We had some tooting horns in a couple of spots and only the one bad comment. Most of the people we talked too were other vanners.

@DonaldTrumpton 3 года назад

Ken, the car park on the opposite side of the road belongs to the Victoria Hotel,that owns the Snowdpn Mountain Railway. The car park is very large in comparison with the cat park above the station. Trust me you are better in the large car park. Followed you travels around Anglesey with interest as I live in Newborough. Great work and very interesting videos.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Didn’t know the Victoria Hotel owned the railway and that large car park. I wonder why they don’t allow campervans to park there? Thanks for watching and commenting 🙂

@bedclintred 3 года назад

It's a shame places are not more welcoming, looking forward to this paddle board video!! 👍😁😎🌞

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

You and me both!😂

@jasps6549 3 года назад

You've surpassed yourself with all the beautiful footage in this video. We visit Wales often, (as commented re.Criccieth Castle on your Instagram) so this is all lovely to see.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching and your lovely comments 😀

@neilsimpson363 3 года назад

Thanks for your great series of videos, most enjoyable. You are always mopping the windows of condensation - have you ever tried the cat litter trick? Most people say to put some in a sock or a pair of tights. Not tried it myself but apparently it works!

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Neil. We’ve not tried the cat litter trick so thanks for the tip 👍🙂

@imranzazai7404 3 года назад

What a beautiful.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Imran 🙂

@Khatoon170 3 года назад

How are you doing mrs carol mr ken thank you for showing us such magnificent landscapes beauty of nature England have amazing nature the capital London is well known for us only iam very glad to watch your channel because you are as guide tourists for all people around world we as foreigners subscribers as overseas students want to increase our cultural level improve our English language as well i gathered main information about place you visited briefly here it’s llanberis is village community and electrical ward in gwynedd. North west wales on southern bank of lake liyn padarn and at foot of snowdon highest mountain in wales center of our door activities in snowdonia including walking mountaineering climbing mountain biking pony trekking as well as water sports such as scub diving community includes nanteeris

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Very good Khatoon 🙂👍

@johnbastien3872 3 года назад

Topography much more rugged. Great drone shots as always. Yup, keep the cook. Looked good.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks John. Will do 😁

@Khatoon170 3 года назад

Last part of my research places of interest there near village snowdon mountain railway national slate museum llanberis lake railway country park electric mountain tours of dinkwing power station llanberis path llanberis pass mountain rescue team deal with 150 200 Ancidents a year llanberis mountain film festival held snowdonia harathon thank you for your documentary cultural channel in past only reading book or travel aboard to improve our English or study nowadays internet RU-vid channels making us as tourists around world or university students stay safe blessed good luck to you your dearest ones

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

RU-vid videos are a great way to learn about another country and pick up the language 👍🙂

@TheEntertainmentsOnMe 3 года назад

Have you been camping up the great orme just after half way there is a cafe on the right top of the orme ,go past it about 300yards on the left there is a turn, it will take u to a part where the campers and vans go to camp,,free as well,and no time limit

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

We did go to Great Orme earlier in this trip ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-4xRuC0oDbso.html not sure if we stayed at the place you mention.

@michellecook2855 3 года назад

Absolutely beautiful photography. Nooooo I bet you find somewhere

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Michelle 👍🙂

@helenvwalker7919 3 года назад

I am also tempted by the idea of the paddle board!

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

We might have to hire one to see how we get on 😂

@ianm5249 3 года назад

I'm in the same boat (pardon the pun), thinking seriously of getting a paddle board but will probably hire one first to see if I can actually stay on it😀

@helenvwalker7919 3 года назад

@@ianm5249 , fear , the great demotivator!

@jonleigh1001 3 года назад

👍😎😎🦆

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Cheers Jon 👍🙂

@delmiller4184 3 года назад

Terrific video of a stunning part of the world. Thanks Carol and Ken.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Our pleasure Del. Thanks for watching 🙂

@anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204 3 года назад

good vid

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Cheers Lee 🙂

@assassinjane 3 года назад

Ahoy Pirates! Very lovely footage! :D Thanks a LOT for not giving those tiny cute beggers some bread! Mother Nature over there is pretty! I hear ya, Ken! The lake has her ways, that doggie was indeed fearless! :D Thank you for the priceless dronescapism! Carol is badass and adorable with the van door! :) Keep going, dear folks! Bear hugs from Captain of the good old Blackthorne

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Kata. We thought you would enjoy the paddle boarding scenes and that cute little dog. All the best Captain 😀

@mattb1951 3 года назад

It’s our country park in any lay-by with a verge in the road all lega we pay taxes they got nothin better to do

@micheledamschke2441 3 года назад

Snowdonia is stunning! Great drone footage, thank you.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Michele 🙂

@stevenhoward3358 3 года назад

Ken - "Ello, ello, ello" Duck - "Ya got me bang to rights gov"

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

😂😂😂🦆🦆🦆

@peterdnreynolds777 3 года назад

Beautiful scenery

@secretsix6 2 года назад

you have to pre book parking in an around Snowdonia now

@LifeistooshortCK 2 года назад

Takes all the fun out of roaming around freely in a campervan but I suppose it is a necessity in high season to stop the congestion.

@whiskeycook3323 3 года назад

What a lovely and relaxing video to quiet myself to. My grandson and I spent the last quarter hour chasing a bat out of my house. 😁

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Glad to calm you down Marie. I hope you got rid of the bat!

@whiskeycook3323 3 года назад

@@LifeistooshortCK yes my grandson released it into the woods

@annehunter-compian1125 3 года назад

Freeloaders???

@uknick 3 года назад

Hi we really enjoyed your recent tour of North Wales. We particularly appreciate the frequency of your vlogs and their quality in terms of content and production. Inspired by you guys we’ve bought a Mazda Bongo which isn’t much bigger than you’re NV200 and are heading out today on our first trial run of a couple of nights on a campsite in Somerset. Not quite “wild camping” but it’s a start! Please do keep up the good work and releasing content whatever the subject - for example we always enjoy your insight into van life and cooking tips. One last thing have you considered releasing the location of park ups using what3words? Some other van vloggers do it and I thought it’s maybe something you might consider. Thanks again….

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Hi Nick. Glad you enjoyed the videos 👍. I am sure you will love the Bongo. Good vans. If a site is on Park 4 Night we what 3 word it as it is already in the public domain. Where a site could be ruined if its location was made too easy to find we don’t. That will be frustrating for some and a blessing to others. Apologies.

@uknick 3 года назад

@@LifeistooshortCK no don't apologise - I understand and actually agree that want to avoid sites being swamped... I would be interested in is a video on the legalities of perk ups and sleeping in a vehicle. Having Googled it, my understanding is that assuming you're not under the influence of alcohol or drugs, there is nothing illegal about sleeping in a vehicle. Therefore, unless the landowner or local authority specifically state no parking and/or camper vans, or sleeping in vehicles in their signage, then there is no reason legally why anyone can't sleep in a vehicle on public highway whether a car or a van.... is this your understanding?

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Yes that is my understanding. You might of course be trespassing which is a civil matter. If asked to leave by the owner you should do so as reasonable force could be used if you don’t and that is simply not worth the risk.

@dewijos1 3 года назад

Lovely !!! Top Job to the nav and cook !!!

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks William 🙂

@mattb1951 3 года назад

Good free as the wind UP Theirs ha haha

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

👍🙂

@jennyyipcy 2 года назад

Beautiful drone flying 👍

@LifeistooshortCK 2 года назад

Thanks Jenny 🙂

@jamesa3597 3 года назад

Is that the 'secret' infinity pool at 06.42 or just a gully?

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Well spotted. We have zoomed in on that shot and there is a manmade weir creating a small pool 👍🙂

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

I will show it in closeup in future episode 23 👍

@brianhenno4744 3 года назад

No that's not the infinity 👍

@samanthagaudet1461 3 года назад

This one was a gorgeous video.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Samantha 🙂

@MollyGrue1 3 года назад

Awesome your small camper, interesting equipment, attitude towards free camping (does no harm whatsoever the way you do it) and like your detailed comments. But always cringe while watching the actual driving parts of the videos. Well, its because I'm German and you British folks drive on the leeeeft.... I somehow jump each time a car comes your way. But maybe your videos are a good preparation for travelling in your parts one day. LOL. Keep it up, its beautiful. Good luck and lots of good times out there.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Thanks Molly. Hope you get to visit the UK soon 😊

@MollyGrue1 3 года назад

@@LifeistooshortCK well, hope those crazy times pass by one day and free traveling will be possible again. Love these amazing landscapes a lot, by the way.

@MollyGrue1 3 года назад

@@LifeistooshortCK by the way, my partner has a bigger camper van, Citroen jumper based modell built in Germany. Nice thing, but already caused expensive trouble. The bills give us the creeps. And they keep coming. So, thank God for a more decent car.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Yes they can be a bit of a money pit if they go wrong. 👍

@MollyGrue1 3 года назад

@@LifeistooshortCK I really keep fingers crossed for you 2 and your little van.

@julieblackstock8650 3 года назад

Queens Swan marker says Bread is ok for ducks and swans

@mattb1951 3 года назад

Bread is 1 food you do NOT give swans n ducks It a no no It Damages their swallow ability plax read up

@andyh6849 3 года назад

@@mattb1951 you read wrong .. it's basically junk food for them, but it's still food, which is better than NO food, particularly in winter ... and it certainly doesn't damage their swallowing ability or anything of the sort

@mattb1951 3 года назад

@@andyh6849 read again sir it’s not good for them look up google plz

@andyh6849 3 года назад

@@mattb1951 I don't need it Google it... I work with ducks and swans on a daily basis... But given that, I did anyway... All official sources say the same thing... Bread is fine in small amounts but holds little nutritional value.. it's junk food

@julieblackstock8650 3 года назад

google queens swan marker .. he was annoyed swans and ducks were starving to death because of this stupid ill informed advice. YOu read up

@davidmarks5282 3 года назад

I am really enjoying the North Wales trip. I seem to have got a bit lost though - after leaving Anglesey I thought you stayed alongside a reservoir. Could you put me right please?

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

Glad you are enjoying the videos. Our last night on Anglesey was at Penmon Point lighthouse. The next day we went to Caernarfon and spent the night in the park near the castle. Next we went into Snowdonia National Park which is this Vlog no 20.

@davidmarks5282 3 года назад

@@LifeistooshortCK The reservoir is where you took some video near the dam with the open gate, and then got caught in the rain.

@LifeistooshortCK 3 года назад

@@davidmarks5282 that was Vlog 13 back on Anglesey ☺️