PONDICHERRY went from Calm to Crazy (Foreigners Travel To India)

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  • Foreigners travel to India to visit Pondicherry (Tamil Nadu) on New Year's Eve 2023 - good idea or really bad idea? As our auto rickshaw travels in india continue
    Pondicherry, also known as Puducherry, also known as Pondi, is a french collonial town in India, which is crazy enough...as it looks like Paris. But on for new years eve it was doubly crazy #Pondicherry #IndiaTravel
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    THE FULL STORY SO FAR
    We are a married British couple who have lived in a camper van conversion, travelling the UK full time for the last two years. But after some big trouble with our campervan over winter, we decided we needed a break and headed to Incredible India on a new adventure
    THE STORY CONTINUES
    In India we bought an auto rickshaw using some inheritance money from Liam's Grandad when he sadly passed away. We bought the Rickshaw in Chennai, Tamil Nadu second hand. We then got it painted, and quicly learnt how to drive a tuk tuk haha. We now plan to travel as much of India as possible over the next few months - if it's possible.
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  • @hindurashtra63
    @hindurashtra63 ปีที่แล้ว +208

    Now this is what I call truly exploring India, Tired of seeing Foreigners heading off to Crowded Cities like Delhi and Mumbai and thinking this is what India is all about.. The Real Soul India can be found in Villages and Small Towns, Not the Big Cities.

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Thank you! We are looking forward to seeing stuff that only self driving will bring our way 🙌

    • @homefrontsai
      @homefrontsai ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Indeed....becoz more than 60% of India still lives in Rural regions...

    • @d3kabilan
      @d3kabilan ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Indian Patriot good

    • @gnithishprabhu9919
      @gnithishprabhu9919 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@indianpatriot4494 It takes a leader who has a view apart from religion and caste and UPs current leader is an extremist, we hope UP will be another normal state and not a failed state like Bihar , all the best ...

    • @vishalmishra9138
      @vishalmishra9138 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @Ri1 yes south india is relatively more educated but been living in south india almost for 10 years now i cant say its more clean as everywhere there is rubbish. if you visit cities like indore ,nagpur,pune,surat,udaipur these cities are more clean than south.

  • @vijaytharan81
    @vijaytharan81 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    We tamil people are proud of our hospitality and we wanna welcome people like you with open arms. Good luck with the trip. Love from LA.

  • @pvere3246
    @pvere3246 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    India is an amazing country, full of some of the most genuinely friendly people I have every met and in my opinion the quality, diversity and value of the food is unbeaten the world over. After 2 months in India I returned to England substantially fatter than when I left.
    India is like LSD in that most people should do it at least once in their lives.

  • @khaleelebrahim5443
    @khaleelebrahim5443 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I wonder why this channel doesn't have million views?, this is the best travel content I have ever seen in India by a foreigner

  • @bfg_travels
    @bfg_travels ปีที่แล้ว +81

    I've been wanting to travel India and SEA since I was 18 but never had the chance. I'm 47 now and none of my mates want to with me, even though I'm still up for it. I'm so glad you enjoyed yourselves. It looks flippin amazing, especially the food and friendly people. It's given me the push to either do it alone or meet and grab someone to help me along the way.

    • @AjaySingh-pr3pb
      @AjaySingh-pr3pb ปีที่แล้ว

      @@heather333 Are you sure you visited India??? Most unsafe country for women in the world. You don't know about India at all. Cows are more safe than women here in India.

    • @travellingyoginikas
      @travellingyoginikas ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I did solo travelling around India for 3 years. Om sure u will love it Darren

    • @travellingyoginikas
      @travellingyoginikas ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Heather i also did solo travel in India. 😀 I did it for 3 years. It was scary at times but my favourite part was the trains for sure 😀

    • @pauldixon7808
      @pauldixon7808 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Get yourself to Goa, you will love it

    • @eBookHoarder
      @eBookHoarder ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🙋‍♀️

  • @johnmurray1837
    @johnmurray1837 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Realy enjoying your India 🇮🇳 videos .went to goa 40 years ago with my wife. The most eye-opening experience and amazing holiday .just loving your journey around India 🇮🇳 x

  • @Lindsay.k3492
    @Lindsay.k3492 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    So enjoyable to watch! India is such a fascinating country , thanks guys! Keep safe xx

  • @christinemckay5949
    @christinemckay5949 ปีที่แล้ว +96

    India looks amazing! It was funny when you were talking into the camera and behind you all those people were taking photos in Pete! 😆. The people look sooo friendly, and in that cafe where they treated you like royalty.Your channel is fantastic, you deserve way more subscribers than you have, I've been binge watching them all over Christmas and boring New Year so thanks for that and cheering me up! xx

    • @travellingyoginikas
      @travellingyoginikas ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Christine I did solo travel in India for 3 years. Alot of the people in India r DELIGHTFUL but I still had to be weary of some characters!!!!

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ah thank you, that's our pleasure. Really appreciate you following the journey

  • @roscoemc3
    @roscoemc3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Guys I absolutely love India, for the past 20 years I’ve travelled the length and breadth …Indians as you rightly say are the most fun loving people to walk this earth …the vast plains of the country inspire you and amaze you at every turn
    To purchase a TUK TUK Liam with your Grandads inheritance is an awesome way to have a great time …he’ll be following you with a massive smile
    The best thing about these Indian Vlogs is you took an opportunity to turn a grey negative situation into something magical
    Aww can’t wait for these Vlogs I’m in awe of you both ❤

    • @travellingyoginikas
      @travellingyoginikas ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ros these vlogs are Amazing aren't they. I was challenged like hell when I travelled alone in India but at the same time i have an addiction to it. I think many people are like that 😀

    • @roscoemc3
      @roscoemc3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@travellingyoginikas totally agree ….so diverse and inspiring …it makes you humble and gives you a real appreciation fir life
      Would love to return and do another travel …even if only for 3 weeks

    • @travellingyoginikas
      @travellingyoginikas ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@roscoemc3 I did docent my solo travel in India on my youtube channel simply because it was ridiculously CRAZY lol 😀

    • @roscoemc3
      @roscoemc3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@travellingyoginikas fab I’ll go and he I your chanel out ….awesome

    • @travellingyoginikas
      @travellingyoginikas ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@roscoemc3 ow wow that's soooo KIND of u thanku you ❤️🕉️❤️🕉️

  • @geebee6737
    @geebee6737 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    India is actually the largest consumer of Whisky in the world...not many know this 😁
    I'm an omnivore but have to say some of those vegetarian dishes looked very palatable 👍
    After events of last year it's so lovely to see you guys start the New Year with so many smiles.....someone is smiling down on you knowing you spent that inheritance exactly as he would have wanted you to ❤

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ah no way, didn't know that

    • @webabhi
      @webabhi ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@ThoseHappyDays You would also be surprised to know that India is the world's third largest producer of Instant noodles and the third largest automobile market. The British companies Landrover and Jaguar are owned by Tata Motors. Also India is the second largest producer of Smartphones. In Indian markets only 20% of the goods are made in China.
      When it comes to drinking, Kerala has Toddy and the drinking capacity of Malayalees is 80% of Russia. Goa has Feni and Cabo.
      There are some amazing whiskeys in India like Amrut single malt and Paul John Nirvana. Even the wine scene has improved dramatically with Sula and Fratelli producing world class wines. Sula wines is headed by a Swedish woman called Cecila Oldne and Fratelli is run by a group of Indians and Italians. Except Hindi heartland and Gujarat rest of India is open to alcohol.

    • @indrajitgupta3280
      @indrajitgupta3280 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      There's more Scotch drunk here than Scotland ever distilled.

  • @MissQuite
    @MissQuite ปีที่แล้ว +29

    You’re inspiring me to visit India!

  • @shaydore1561
    @shaydore1561 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Added NYE in Pondicherry to my bucket list! What a great experience love Indian culture & people so friendly

  • @sophieharding9740
    @sophieharding9740 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    I found myself with the biggest smile throughout this entire video, so happy to see you both having such a wonderful time!! Much love to you and happy 2023!! ♥️

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yay! Thank you! And to you ❤️

    • @razraza3183
      @razraza3183 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ThoseHappyDays visit Kama Sutra temples and Ellora Ajanta caves.
      Kailasha temple in Ellora caves is out of the world architectural masterpiece.
      An American

    • @gss6531
      @gss6531 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@razraza3183 I definitely back this! Someone going to Kailash Temple would be absolutely amazing.

    • @indrajitgupta3280
      @indrajitgupta3280 ปีที่แล้ว

      You nailed it! This was one of the few videos that I watched with a smile on my face right through.

  • @rachelcharris
    @rachelcharris ปีที่แล้ว +42

    You two seem much more in your comfort zone and happy there and it's much more of a community and friendly. I'm glad that you found a warm climate as well Janine ❤️🙏👍

    • @xvsupremacy7190
      @xvsupremacy7190 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I was thinking that too, how much more it’s their place compared to Europe and Germany. India suits you ! I am really really enjoying these Vlogs, so how long were you hoping to stay in India ?

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Have to admit, it's lovely being in a place where people are so kind. Community is everything ❤️

    • @rachelcharris
      @rachelcharris ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ThoseHappyDays yes I think you learn that when you live in a camper and I was thinking that when I watched it for you both. I wonder what the way forward is to combine the two. It seems to bother quite a few camping folks. Look forward to the next episode 👍
      As an aside lol dreamt this morning that I met you both and I bought you something from Asda as you were staying in a hotel nearby a bit random 😂

    • @abhishekghosh4384
      @abhishekghosh4384 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@rachelcharriscould also have been a premonition. 😂

  • @3xistenc3
    @3xistenc3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Blasting through India in a tuk tuk with 20L of petrol in the back haha. I love how you went from engine blown up, cold UK weather... to INDIA. That's brilliant stuff. Happy new year :)

  • @nambasalem870
    @nambasalem870 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Amazing India and decent people all around..proud to be an Indian..

  • @naturephotographychallenge
    @naturephotographychallenge ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Pondicherry looks fascinating! I know very little about India but I never would have imagined a French colonial town hidden in there! Amazing... and what a way to spend NYE! Happy New Year from Australia!

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you, happy new year

    • @indrajitgupta3280
      @indrajitgupta3280 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      There's one more tucked away a few miles north of Calcutta, not so steeped in French ways, and three more little dots in Kerala (Mahe), Tamil Nadu (Karaikal) and Andhra Pradesh (Yanam). None as good to visit, or to stay, as Pondicherry.
      The whole of the south west and south of Pondicherry is fabulous visiting country; anywhere you land up is likely to be a lifetime visit.

    • @soniadownie8749
      @soniadownie8749 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It is fascinating I live here and feel so blessed to be, surrounded by its magic
      India is very special - Pondicherry is unique and so happy to live here now after leaving Australia

    • @oneworld797
      @oneworld797 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      There are so many major cities with powerful colonial history and flavor.
      Madras, Bangalore, Goa Mangalore, Mumbai, Calcutta, which also has China Town in it.
      Cochin, Kerala has Jewish people, Synagogue, as well as colonial history.

    • @Odrick_de_Abreu
      @Odrick_de_Abreu หลายเดือนก่อน

      Come to Goa to explore another colonial heritage left behind by Portugal 🇵🇹

  • @sallylewis7521
    @sallylewis7521 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Hi the thing I loved about India was the food especially a fellow vegetarian try eating with a roti and your hands it really is great a tad messy but very humbling, if you get invited to a wedding definitely go, I found the Indian culture very kind and generous people happy 2023 to you both I’m enjoying and travelling along with you xx

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We are being total "yes people" in India, so if we get invited to a wedding we will go

    • @deductivevariance3497
      @deductivevariance3497 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just a small correction, if I may: 'Indian' is a nationality, not a culture. India is a country and a nation that is made up of many different cultures with many different languages belonging to 4 language families, the main ones being the Indo-European and the Dravidian.

  • @michellechapman6961
    @michellechapman6961 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Thank you for sharing your wonderful adventure, loving it. India would be somewhere I would love to go to visit, sadly chronic anxiety would never allow me to go but I am really enjoying the journey through your vlog. I am sat here with a huge grin on my face, fabulous. Of course it is not the first time I actually feel as though I am there. Keep safe and wishing you both a healthy and prosperous 2023.

  • @cm-rtv8259
    @cm-rtv8259 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Also I loved the part where Liam was talking about the crowds around Pete and while he was talking about it 2 woman walked upto Pete, sat in it and took a picture. Liam was vlogging so would not have noticed haha.... Brilliant

  • @lynnedurham8698
    @lynnedurham8698 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    We were there a few years ago and had a fab time. Indian people are just so friendly .Make sure you travel to Tamal Nadu and you will see a huge contrast in both culture and way of life.Enjoy your travels it's a wonderful country.

    • @AjaySingh-pr3pb
      @AjaySingh-pr3pb ปีที่แล้ว

      Ltte terrorist supporters are Tamil nadu people are. You don't know about Tamil terrorists ltte

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Currently in Tamil Nadu 🙏

  • @tarey05
    @tarey05 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    You both look so happy and calm, especially Janine! And Pondicherry was an excellent choice for one of your first destinations. The colors! are magnificent, and I'm so in love with the colors and beautiful fabrics of the saris. You won't find better vegetarian food than in India, too. The traditions are still alive, as the men and women clearly dance separately at these venues. My favorite was Liam dancing in the street with his older dance partner! Pete would have loved it! We all needed this trip with you this time of year. Thank you so much; eager to watch next week (Sun).

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, haha that older guy was a security guard next door who had a little ghetto blaster in the street just waiting for someone to dance with

    • @indrajitgupta3280
      @indrajitgupta3280 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahaha! Matching costumes, yet!

    • @nmo3148
      @nmo3148 ปีที่แล้ว

      Actually, kind of, genders are not separated by law, couples do dance together, but male and female groups will not interact very freely

  • @magebolt94
    @magebolt94 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Lot of foreigners are in pondicherry and some of them are settled in pondicherry. That's pretty cool to welcome foreigners to our wonderful place 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 ❤️❤️ enjoy and have a safe journey. 🙌🙌

  • @goosebumps789
    @goosebumps789 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Hi there first of all you guys have a very unique way to express not too cheesy or overreacting like some other vloggers.
    There's a compliment for whoever is doing the camera work like you guyz just drop montage after montage after montage with a very perfect angle & timing in a single video. Wish you guys a very good luck for your coming days✨😉

  • @Astrid591000
    @Astrid591000 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This was so good. India people look very friendly there. Thank both 💕💕😊🙏🏻

    • @travellingyoginikas
      @travellingyoginikas ปีที่แล้ว +1

      When I was travelling solo in India I was a bit weary of people as I was a woman alone. But you rightly pointed out that many people there are v nice and friendly. The locals love the camera don't they 😀

  • @MrTerryb1956
    @MrTerryb1956 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Why is it that despite your trails and tribulation's I am always having a smile on my face and a warm feeling within my heart every-time I watch your Vlogs💕 thank you for letting us be apart of your journey xx

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks mate, we try not to let stuff get us down 🙏

  • @elizabethsad8023
    @elizabethsad8023 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Incredible India & people. A new year to remember 2023 💗💙🥂🍾 🎼🛺🎉😊

  • @brianmcclure8012
    @brianmcclure8012 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Awesome you were able to completely immerse in the local New Year celebrations - truely special!!

  • @suesmith3417
    @suesmith3417 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    i love India have been several times and always thought of it as going home. enjoy yourselves and happy new year to you both .

  • @petuniaromania6294
    @petuniaromania6294 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    How wonderful that you've met some incredibly welcoming and loving people there, that makes me so happy for you. Enjoy this incredible country and it's people.

  • @hazelclarke8237
    @hazelclarke8237 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Pondicherry looks so lovely, I’m sitting here in Worcestershire in January and you have certainly brightened up dull January 👏 I’m looking forward to your next video, TAKE CARE BOTH OF YOU 🎉

  • @juliawhite9977
    @juliawhite9977 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Happy New Year! India looks so much fun and the people so friendly and kind 😊

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same to you! Yeah they are so friendly

  • @jackiemarshall3711
    @jackiemarshall3711 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Happy New Year!!! Thanks for sharing your time in India with us. It's so beautiful I wish I could visit but from what you say about the heat it would not be good for me. Has anyone else noticed how friendly the people are compared to western countries?

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Kindness and friendliness seems to be rife in India

    • @nmo3148
      @nmo3148 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I would not party with random strangers in North India. though people are friendly there too. South is more chilled

    • @indrajitgupta3280
      @indrajitgupta3280 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@nmo3148 I agree. Stick to the south first visit, get adventurous next visit onwards. Uh, cautiously adventurous, that is.

    • @archanasingh3806
      @archanasingh3806 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nmo3148 im from north india and i agree .that is why i recommended northeast to them

  • @neilinnature
    @neilinnature ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great idea this series was, better than driving round southern Europe in unreliable Morgan. Enjoy it guys, fantastic to watch

  • @ally5757
    @ally5757 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I think this is THE best video I’ve seen in a while! Popular Pete is superb! Well done to you both for sharing your adventures in India. Love it! What a great start to ‘23 for you both 🤩🎉⭐️

  • @corinnabearman5820
    @corinnabearman5820 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Happy New Year to you both. Thank you for taking us with you on your amazing travels around India. It looks amazing. Made me smile how Pete attracted so much attention 😁x

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Happy new year!! Haha he's a stunner isn't he

  • @byromtaylor6482
    @byromtaylor6482 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Mad how they have so much French culture ....lovely place my thoughts of India have changed

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🛺🎉

    • @amoebicdysentery5846
      @amoebicdysentery5846 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Were your thoughts earlier were biased from western media?

    • @byromtaylor6482
      @byromtaylor6482 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@amoebicdysentery5846 not really biased media why think that? Its not meant in a negitive way its just i dont think we actually get to see a lot about india properly ....A combination of your country not promoting it properly and the west only talking and showing the slums bit or the more popular tourist bits like the Taj or Goa etc and we see Deli and not a lot of these other interesting places ...its a big place and this couple are visiting places i have never heard of or knew existed. Same with any country though you for example hear about UK & London ...but have you ever heard of York, Bath or Cambridge or the Lakes or Kirkcudrbight Pitlochery or Arran or Monmouth ...the major places get the most promotion/coverage in any country on the national media as thats basically thats where the national media are mainly based. This couple travel to some unusual lovely places all over the place that the ordinary media dont go to or cover much in different countries and thats why I like their channel and other van lifers channels because its something they all do....to them life is an adventure and for living and they do it to the full and if I had someone to do it with I would do it too. So its nothing biased by the West because all countries are the same on this point really.

    • @amoebicdysentery5846
      @amoebicdysentery5846 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@byromtaylor6482 great reply and perspective but don't you think that western media only shows what goes wrong in India and never covers the real major transformation India is going through since 4-5 years. I don't know why but foreigners visiting here cover India based on golden triangle/quadrilateral (delhi+jaipur+agra) which is not even 1% of India. Indians don't take pride in taj mahal at all, we have some most ancient temples n other monuments here which dates back to the starting of human civilisation, some of them are in Tamil Nadu state and as currently this couple vloggers are in this state only so i hope they'll cover it and let you all see through their lens. And you know you won't believe foreigners coming to India love to see slum areas that's why there are even package tours for the same. Like when we talk about Mumbai west thinks major section of it is slum but only around 2 percent is that and it's one of the most high tech slum where everyone is doing something and well employed, Nvm i would love foreigners to visit India, I want them to explore things which gives them life changing experience.
      And i know about lakes, Cambridge and York, I've been to 2 of them earlier. Cambridge is famous i guess.

    • @byromtaylor6482
      @byromtaylor6482 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@amoebicdysentery5846 Yes I agree somewhat but all media is badly orchestred these days buddy - but since covid n wars and nonsense a very high pc of people have woken up to the media nonsense/biased reporting etc and many dont take main stream media at face value anymore...the clever ones judge and think for ourselves just like you clearly do. I am glad you see my point but I hope it aint a intentinal thing on the media in the west... As I said our own country does not promote areas outside of London or the major cities nowhere near enough as it should - its like London is a sepearte country to the rest ok UK sometimes. And nor does your country cover itself properly...so you cant blame our media in the west for not covering your country properly if they (your government) dont even do it for these areas. So in that much respect goes to these van lifers and vloggers for opening up reporting on stuff I may never have got to see... Its a interesting point we are making actually There was one cafe for eg that took pics and gave her a scarf and they are welcomed everywhere and they dont quite understand why....its because tourists are not as common place as they should be These places would gain many more torists and visitors and investors if we heard about them in the West for sure...I blame media and tourism promotion and governments worldwide for doing this to their own. Maybe the governments should give grants for these heritage sites and areas to promote themselves because they are clearly being let down and we are all losing out not ever knowing about them or seeing them..

  • @jackrolfson312
    @jackrolfson312 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Holy smoke, what a culture shock, it's interesting to see that side of life. It's something to see that you were inevitably a minority, but nobody seem to mind. As you said more inquisitive, and a very generous people. Thank you so much for sharing your adventures this time. Can't wait to see your next Adventures be safe and have a Happy New Year!

  • @thisaintsyourmomsaccount9693
    @thisaintsyourmomsaccount9693 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That was my favorite trip with you kids….I had a great time…Pleasant,colorful…I could almost feel the air…

  • @angeladickson6237
    @angeladickson6237 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loved the video, going to pondicherry next month. The Indian people are showering you both with their love and friendship.

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว

      Have fun, we know you will ❤️

    • @arjunraj823
      @arjunraj823 ปีที่แล้ว

      Visit Kerala also. You will love it.

    • @angeladickson6237
      @angeladickson6237 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Arjun, we are going to the Krishna das concert in auroville, we are all oldies in our seventies and one in his eighties, but very young at heart. We will visit Kerala later. We LOVE INDIA and have traveled to may places throughout India over the years.

  • @DheerajPaleri
    @DheerajPaleri ปีที่แล้ว +3

    02:45 those birds are called painted storks. And for dehydration issues, keep some ORS (Oral Rehydration Solution/Salts) packets with you. Will be very handy, particularly because you are going to travel up north during early summer. They will be available in all medical shops.

  • @despinamitsou7258
    @despinamitsou7258 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Hello from Rhodes Greece!!! Happy New Year ❤️ May 2023 bring you lots of luck , happiness,love and health my dear sweet beautiful friends.
    What a lovely surprise taking us to India, just amazing ❣️
    You are amazing. Bless you both ❤️ .Hugs and kisses 😘

  • @orapronobis2149
    @orapronobis2149 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Liam you are so attentive to Janine what an incredible marriage of two special people who show us all that life is truly a journey. I love the spice meter you put up with the food. Oh so sweet in the Jaggis Cafe those gorgeous shawls. What a lovely memory. I travel so much while in the Army and still. I find that when you are in other countries soak up the culture and the return is the appreciation like was displayed from the folks at Jaggis Cafe. I traveled as a child with a huge family of 12 to include myself and parents. My parents embraced every opportunity for us to mingle with the local places and never let the language block your experience. Smiles are beautiful. Cheers.

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว

      You were/are a proper traveller 💖

  • @Hita_sharma
    @Hita_sharma 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Most travellers make a mistake of visiting metro cities of India, while real India lies in villages far away from cities. Loved your content bro.

  • @billiegennard1744
    @billiegennard1744 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thank you again for another fabulous insight into your travels.
    We spent New Years Eve on the beach in Goa so know what a brilliant experience it is celebrating with the wonderful people.
    Such an amazing country with truely lovely people.
    I am so excited to log into your blogs during your travels to see whats happening.
    Keep safe. 🇮🇳 xxx

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, really appreciate you joining us 💖

  • @malinimathi8908
    @malinimathi8908 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Tat was so incredible u guys choose Auto for ur travel .colorful 👫💖💖💖

  • @tracywilliams1825
    @tracywilliams1825 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Wow that was amazing seeing how friendly people are brought atear to my eyexx so nice to see you both looking soooo happy x Happy new year 🎊

  • @bobbyeapen6049
    @bobbyeapen6049 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Now thats India 😋, even though, they might not have much, they will still give their heart.

  • @andie6666
    @andie6666 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You guys are an inspiration. Thank you for sharing beautiful India and your lives. Happy New Year to everyone all across the world. One Love ❤️ 🙏The future is bright.

  • @naveex6968
    @naveex6968 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    nice video. great places to visit in South India -
    Kodaikanal, Ooty, Thanjavur, Kolukkumalai (Tamil Nadu) ;
    Munnar, Wayanad, Allepey, Ponmudi, Thekkady, Kovalam, Varkala (kerala);
    Hampi, Gokarna, Coorg, Badami, Mysore, Udupi (Karnataka) ;
    Vizag, Araku Valley (Andhra Pradesh) ;
    Palolem , Patnem , Agonda , Butterfly , Anjuna (Goa).

  • @larsstougaard7097
    @larsstougaard7097 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great trip, the funny thing is that I over 20 years ago almost did the same rute just the other way around. Had a great time in South India, love especially Kerala 😍

  • @nikkimckenna340
    @nikkimckenna340 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Pondicherry looks absolutely gorgeous, thanks for a great video xx

  • @bonniejackson1321
    @bonniejackson1321 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I loved Pondicherry: the sacred folk, the food, the promenade, the fishers just out of town etc. Liam, you are in your element and I imagine this is not your edge but it is Janine's edge and I am in awe of her courage and openess. Wow

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah I have utmost respect for janine on trips like this, they require a lot of guts and stamina

  • @patk7942
    @patk7942 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I thought it was really sweet of Liam to tell Janine that he would get the bags. Also I saw the people getting in side the rickshaw for photos. Wow. Glad you guys had a fun New Years. Thanks for Sharing.

  • @pokirivasanth
    @pokirivasanth ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Happy to See you Both Enjoyed Our Place ...Pondicherry is Popular for Tourism....Next Month i will launch my Tourism Project too 👋😊😊

  • @archanasingh3806
    @archanasingh3806 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    love that you visited small towns instead of big cities like delhi mumbai etc these places are chaotic even for indians so i cant imagine what it would be like as a foreigner

  • @jaythfc
    @jaythfc ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love the “Tuk Tuk” but I do miss seeing Morgan. India 🇮🇳 looks mad and Liam is seriously brave taking on them roads 😮 “Happy Nee Year” 🎉

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Morgan will be back soon I'm.sure

    • @indrajitgupta3280
      @indrajitgupta3280 ปีที่แล้ว

      He's crazy driving in India. What did Noel Coward warble? Something about the noonday Sun. LOL.

  • @TheMinimalistTherapist
    @TheMinimalistTherapist ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Hi Guys! New subscriber here. I subscribed for UK vanlife info but I'm so happy to join you for your world travels! This is the content I didn't know I needed! For various reasons (kids/dogs/serious food allergies) international travel like this would be really hard for us so I'm looking for ways to make a UK tour possible. This vicarious world travel with you is such a mood boost, love your positivity, I'm just sat here smiling the whole way through all your videos. Wonderful channel! Thank you! 😊

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for joining us ❤️

  • @davidwilson1262
    @davidwilson1262 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow, such a feeling of warmth and humanity... really lifted my spirits and shown there is so much goodness around and why we all need to be connected to each other..Happy new year both, and big love to you...

  • @midastouch....1107
    @midastouch....1107 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So nostalgic, spent so many hours relaxing, watching the sunset on the promenade beach.

  • @paulinehumphreys8780
    @paulinehumphreys8780 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    What a fantastic beginning for you! Everyone seems so friendly and happy! Looking forward to you’re next video ❤ Happy New Year to you both xx

  • @hauntofthecollector
    @hauntofthecollector ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The birds you saw are Painted Storks! 👍🏻

  • @ChrissyloveUK
    @ChrissyloveUK ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I've been following you for some time now and I love watching your travels but I've got to say your India trip is my favourite and you're only at the beginning, Ive never seen you looking happier, and I'm so happy and glad for you, I think a if a Doctor had prescribed you India, then it would be the best medicine prescribed EVER x you've put a huge smile on my face and looking forward to the rest x ❤️ A massive massive happy New Year to you both 🍾🥂❤️

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome! Thank you! We are definitely loving it here, like a prescription as you say

  • @sayanmandal1289
    @sayanmandal1289 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If you want go more crazy join sunburn festival it's world's 3rd largest and largest edm festival in Asia.

  • @gaeldejonge
    @gaeldejonge ปีที่แล้ว +6

    What an absolutely amazing new year's eve and day 😀🤗 Happy New Year 🎉

  • @780jodie
    @780jodie ปีที่แล้ว +2

    i think India agrees with u, never seen u both so relaxed and happy, and Pete is the cutest TukTuk

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      🤩 thank you, we are having a great time

  • @jackwatsonepic626
    @jackwatsonepic626 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The Beatles magical mystery tour !
    you're rickshaw won't look out of place in the 1960s
    (Flower power) Liam and Janine don't come back to the UK until April when the weather's warmer . Ho " and happy New year

  • @susanmuriellittle
    @susanmuriellittle ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Glad your enjoying your self's stay safe

  • @Forestcityflygirl
    @Forestcityflygirl ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow!! what a great adventure you two are on!!! the food!! made me want to order samosas for dinner, yum! the colors! it's so drab over here in Canada, especially during our winter. I really love Pete's colors too. Not surprised everyone wants a pic with him... looking forward to seeing your next adventure

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Our pleasure! Thank you for joining us

  • @barryjames186
    @barryjames186 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Loved this video of you both, smiled all the way through it! Definitely the best one yet, you both seemed more happy and relaxed! Enjoy your journey ❤

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yay! Thank you! Really pleased you liked it

  • @nanouklove88
    @nanouklove88 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Happy new year to both of you ..
    a great decision going to India and and in memory of Pete 💖
    I love what you've done and so effortlessly, love how you both just get on and do it
    Peace, happiness and consciousness for 2023 and beyond 💕🙏

  • @tracycroll4325
    @tracycroll4325 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Wow! Each of these episodes just get better! It’s going to be tough to get excitement in Morgan when you get back - but I guess you may just have had enough by then! Fabulous vlogs from what looks like an utterly brilliant adventure! Just four more sleeps until Sunday 🥳🎉 lol

    • @travellingyoginikas
      @travellingyoginikas ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tracy I did solo travel in India for 3 years and now I'm vlogging in the uk. Those Happy Days and me have swapped places lol 😀 it's easier to vlog in the uk as there's less disturbance hahahahaha 😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀

    • @helengregor8589
      @helengregor8589 ปีที่แล้ว

      The coke has to be flat for it to work.

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah we may need a break by the time our visas run out in India, Morgan will be fab then

    • @travellingyoginikas
      @travellingyoginikas ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ThoseHappyDays Liam and Janine just to let you know that I EQUALLY love your adventures in Pete and your adventures in Morgan 😀❤️😀❤️😀❤️😀❤️😀❤️😀❤️ wherever you are in the world I will follow u 😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀

  • @karencase420
    @karencase420 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Awwwww love this episode. You both look so happy, and that’s wonderful to see. Thank you for taking us all with you! Happy New Year, and I can’t wait to see more of India. ❤❤

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Happy new year!! Really pleased you enjoyed it

  • @joanannewallace
    @joanannewallace ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fabulous video. Very interesting seeing another culture enjoying New Years Eve.

  • @HolyFreakinDragonSlayer
    @HolyFreakinDragonSlayer ปีที่แล้ว +6

    A very happy new year to you guys. Amazing video, India is such a vibrant culture. ❤

  • @naturequesttamil4652
    @naturequesttamil4652 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    2.53 The two birds are called Painted storks

  • @johnwelch5132
    @johnwelch5132 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Vegan travel bliss! 😊this is incredibly fun to watch. That night does look intense 😂 But fun…Liam has the moves for sure 😊 can’t beat a gorgeous sunset. What lovely people you’re with.

  • @rajnikapoor1536
    @rajnikapoor1536 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳 !! East or West India is the best !! 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳
    🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳 Always have proud to be an Indian. 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳
    🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳 !! जय हिन्द !! 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳

  • @ThoseHappyDays
    @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +50

    If you liked this video, we all have videos in Kanyakumari, Thanjavur, Trichy, Auroville, Madurai and Chennai.
    Here is the link to the playlist th-cam.com/play/PLvYUExWBSWViLEgzR3-Wgs2dzr4BxTZIK.html
    You can also come say hi to us on Instagram here instagram.com/thosehappy_days

    • @paulhorton5594
      @paulhorton5594 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I did 😂 a bit cheeky I thought climbing in your rickshaw .

    • @ShazBookOwl
      @ShazBookOwl ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yep, I certainly saw that, and was distracted from what you were saying and then had to go back... lol
      That definitely is a bit cheeky... 😜

    • @andrewevans2174
      @andrewevans2174 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes. Brilliant vlog. Really enjoyed watching it.

    • @BIadesMan
      @BIadesMan ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Brilliant vlog the 2 of you,I was very nervous for you when I knew you were in India because of food poisoning and the mental roads but after seing this it looks a friendly,vibrant place.Keep safe and look after each other over there(I know you will)Have a great remainder of your time and stay happy.👍❤️❤️

    • @denisereynolds2399
      @denisereynolds2399 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah just behind you as you were filming, so maybe didn’t know it was yours. Think they Very impressed with Pete , me too . 👌👍❤️

  • @remka2000
    @remka2000 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved this video (and the french misspellings on signage 😊). Definitely want to visit one day.
    Love from Tokyo.

  • @lorrainemadden869
    @lorrainemadden869 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you both so much for all of the education surrounding Pondicherry. Another place I never even knew existed; yet I now wish I could visit based on the spiritual nature of the beautiful place.

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You'd love it there 🙌

    • @indrajitgupta3280
      @indrajitgupta3280 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤔🤔🤔
      Never knew existed! Whoa, that's mind-bending. That gave a flavour of how confusing India must be, for firangs.
      So there's lots for you to see and to do when you do visit.
      Even being an old (very old) Indian, I haven't seen 1% of the country.

  • @sheilajoseph9953
    @sheilajoseph9953 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely ❤ India. 🥰

  • @CheGypsyWay
    @CheGypsyWay ปีที่แล้ว +4

    🎉 That was awesome..looked like an absolute crazy jol, a New Years Eve you'll not forget💃🎶🎊 .. you & Pete definitely were the centre of attention 😄🛺✨🥂🍾💖Njoy, those happy Days

  • @mohit.bandbe
    @mohit.bandbe 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for showing the real India. Love from Mumbai

  • @steven1515
    @steven1515 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Happy New Year to the both ✨️ what an absolutely crazy brilliant video you
    made, it looks like you're having a fantastic time in India 🇮🇳 it looks an amazing place and what lovely people, Just a pleasure to see, keep up the good work guys really enjoying your adventure in India 👍🍾🙏🥂🎊🍻❤️🇮🇳

  • @sudhakarparuchuri5913
    @sudhakarparuchuri5913 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for both wisiting India.

  • @danniijane778
    @danniijane778 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video, loving the India adventures! Food looks great, people seem lovely and Pondicherry looks scenic x

  • @looseygooseycreations
    @looseygooseycreations ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We admire you immensely for ditching winter van life in the UK for a crazy adventure in India!

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว

      Had to be done 🙌

    • @looseygooseycreations
      @looseygooseycreations ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ThoseHappyDays we were gonna go in May, but it would've been too hot! Now we can live that missed adventure through you both. Good luck, and stay safe

    • @NitinSwaroop
      @NitinSwaroop ปีที่แล้ว

      @@looseygooseycreations You can always go to the Himalayan states, leh Ladakh in the north for the summer.. but yes October to March are the best times to visit anywhere in India..

  • @stitchingbythesea1965
    @stitchingbythesea1965 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Happy new year to you both! I loved this and am going to watch it again!! It is definitely smile-worthy! ❤

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว

      Happy new year!!thank you, that's very kind

  • @cliveburks
    @cliveburks ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very engaging time you are having really funny seeing Liam give a talk with the rickshaw in the background with a women looking at it and then getting in to be photographed by her partner not the sort of thing that someone would do in UK unless they were trying to steal it! Different culture. The meal and hospitality in the road side restaurant was heart lifting. Keep enjoying yourselves brightens up dark wet UK plus a reminder of what we can all do if we want.

  • @sallydingle321
    @sallydingle321 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow...just amazing guys 👌😁👏...you are definitely embracing life 🙏... Happy New Year to you both 🎉✊💝😘

  • @lin7284
    @lin7284 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    An absolutely lovely & wonderful, colourful and jolly video. A fabulous way to see in the coming year. Blessings to you both as you go onward with your adventures into 2023.
    Looking forward to the next one.

  • @kristinabrookes6777
    @kristinabrookes6777 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You two look like you are having an amazing time. Can’t wait to watch the rest of your trip around India

  • @sivak30
    @sivak30 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi guys i was so happy to see your videos. We love that you appreciate our food, culture and people. I am from Chennai and i love to host you around our state tamilnadu. Keep enjoying and safe travels. Happy days :)

  • @sallyowen1177
    @sallyowen1177 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Happy New Year Guys ! What incredible memories you two are making .....Pete taking centre stage ! Keep safe , take care xxx

  • @maheshdevireddy6760
    @maheshdevireddy6760 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi, your channel is so good. I would love to visit Pondicherry soon. Thanks for nice content.

  • @BONKYDOLLOCKS
    @BONKYDOLLOCKS ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a fabulous place to start the new year 2023 🌟💖🌈.
    What a great friendly place to travel. Have the most amazing happy New Year 🥂🎉🎊 Liam & Genien.

  • @ramblore123
    @ramblore123 ปีที่แล้ว

    Those birds are Painted Storks. Safe journey around India. Its been b2b binge watching :)

  • @jackwatsonepic626
    @jackwatsonepic626 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This was a fantastic idea to go to India and buy a rickshaw
    And travel around while Morgan was getting fixed .

    • @massivelymandela6766
      @massivelymandela6766 ปีที่แล้ว

      I thought they got Morgan fixed, then they went to India?

    • @jackwatsonepic626
      @jackwatsonepic626 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@massivelymandela6766
      I don't think so 🤔 but you could be right !
      The last time I knew of Morgan he was still in the garage and they rented a campervan for a couple of days and then decided to go to India
      so as far as I know Morgan is still in the garage getting fixed

    • @massivelymandela6766
      @massivelymandela6766 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jackwatsonepic626 You missed an episode. They were driving in morgan after it was fixed. Then suddemly went to india

    • @jackwatsonepic626
      @jackwatsonepic626 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@massivelymandela6766 I will have to have a look on TH-cam to see if I've missed anything 🤔 thanks for letting me know

  • @kirstievapron4705
    @kirstievapron4705 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Janine you’re glowing and looking so happy. Good on you both. Nepal next?? Loved it there after India. 👍

    • @ThoseHappyDays
      @ThoseHappyDays  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Eeek we've only just started India haha