BEFORE COMMENTING, PLEASE READ: Please be aware that I have poured my heart and soul into this series for three intense months. I have done almost everything myself: concept, research, raising the finance, approaching agencies, the planning, the driving, the logistics, the filming, writing the scripts, the editing, the presenting, the voiceovers, and the promotion. Not to mention getting the groceries, doing the cooking, walking the dog, washing up, doing laundry.... Please bear in mind how much effort has gone in to this, and I have done almost all of it on my own. Please check out all the links beneath the video for further information. Please remember that this series is not a definitive guide. Please remember that the information given has been done so in co-operation with Outer Hebrides Tourism, which is operated by Islanders who are looking at the WHOLE picture and doing the best for the overall good of responsible tourism to the islands. Unfortunately, the following types of comments will be ignored or removed: -Any question that might be answered with a little research of the links or an internet search engine -Any question which is basically wanting someone else (normally me) to take the responsibility of YOUR decision (e.g. 'We will be alright visiting in the winter?) -Any comment containing the word 'should' -Any comment based on opinion and bias (including vociferous social media/keyboard warriors) rather than considered research, such as that carried out by an organisation such as Outer Hebrides Tourism -Sweeping generalisations -Anything unkind about anybody -Personal remarks Please, be kind. Thank you.
Well done Andrew , what an absolutely brilliant series of videos , thoroughly enjoyed every one , definitely seems like paradise to me , thank you so much for all your hard work , Dougal is such a cutie ! Happy Travels !
My heart literally melts whenever there's footage of Dougal bounding about. Just looks like THE loveliest little woofer. Can't thank you enough for these incredibly useful videos. I'll be so chuffed if we somehow bump into you during our upcoming trip in September.
Hi Andrew, I want to congratulate you on a fantastic series of videos. It is very clear that you put a huge amount of work into the project and your efforts were rewarded by a really informative and entertaining series. My wife & I are relocating from Dorset to Scotland at the end of March and we will be travelling whilst we search for our new home. My wife is Scottish but we have been in England for 40 years and we have never had the opportunity to tour Scotland properly. These videos have really helped us to work out where we want to visit on our campervan tour, and they have helped me to decide that I really really do want to live in the west coast with access to all of these marvels of nature. Thank you so much for a job very well done.
Andrew, your focus and attention to detail in the videos are superb. I found myself falling in love with the Outer Hebrides all over again. This has made me move my trip to the islands closer to the top of my bucket list. I think what I love most about your videos is the sense of adventure and your love of the Outer Hebrides people and places. Lovely series...very well done.
Andrew - a great set of videos. Topical, useful. You don’t need to worry - they are very good. Your enthusiasm for the topic but it doesn’t colour your guides. Thank you. Given me some things to think about
Andrew, just watched your amazing series on the Hebrides. THANKYOU so much. My wife and I stayed in a cottage on Harris just as the distillery was being set up. Incredibly, we watched the part on Harris, seeing you in the distillery, as we were drinking our very first Harris gin, a recent birthday present!. And we currently live in Houston, Texas near one of the only shops that sells it over here. We are planning on buying a motor home when we retire back to the UK and your series has inspired us to go back to the Hebrides.
Andrew, I'm up to #6 in your series on "How to Hebrides." These videos are simply wonderful and informative. Between you and Dougal, one can definitely sense a love for the islands. I hope someday to see some of these destinations but if not, you certainly opened my eyes to these Scottish wonders. Blessings to you!
Wonderful series. Those beaches on Vatersay, with the white sands, blue and green seas, put me in mind of the Whitsunday Islands in Australia. You reminded me, that paradise is not too far away.
Well done Andrew ! My hopes that you were a new scots islander are dashed but so glad you visit. I am grateful for your fine work and congratulate you on your research and information on the important aspects of visiting the Outer Hebrides.
We have just tuned into your channel for the first time and have watched part 1-6 of 'How to Hebrides'. Your information on all that is Hebrides, has been an absolute pleasure to watch, we never knew anything about the islands and are completely sold. Stunningly beautiful places, they are definitely going on our places to visit list. Thank you so much for the wonderful videos we look forward to seeing a lot more from you. 😊
I've watched every one of these excellent videos with keen interest. The fact that I've now been to the OH twice, for four weeks is, in large measure, due to your open-hearted videos. Seeing you on both trips has been a bonus. Thanks for pouring your heart and soul into this project. Say "Hi" to Dougal, and I hope you'll continue to keep us in touch with these incredible islands and their wonderful people. Cheers.
We have really enjoyed watching these videos. So emotional! It is helping us plan our trip to North Uist and Barra in spring 2020 in our motorhome. We have received a very warm welcome when we have visited in the past in our car and we love the way you show respect and appreciation the islands and the community. Your hard work is much appreciated, you have produced professional videos that are both beautiful to watch and very informative and as well as moving. Dougal’s starring role was simply stunning!! Jenn and Russ 👍😊🐕
Wonderful series Andrew and thank you for enticing us all the way from Gloucestershire to the Outer Hebrides. It remains one of our most memorable trips where the combination of unique isles and friendly islanders make it so inviting for us inlanders. Happy travels. David and Annie.
Hey Andrew - I just love the Vlogs. I had a couple of weeks off in August so I visited the Outer Hebrides for the first time ever, just on foot, bus and boat starting in Castlebay and finishing in Stornoway. Wow!!! what a place the Hebrides is - I was absolutely smitten and I have to say I felt a bit desolate when I got back home. Your excellent videos have been a real solace for me as I contemplate and plot my next trip. Big thanks to you mate for your excellent work, ably assisted of course by your sidekick Dougal! So looking forward to the next ones - Andy.
Andrew, I have approx 200 TV channels at home and this Video you have put together is by far the best program on this Sunday evening. Of course the real star is Dougal. :)Thanks For putting them together. Lee & Vikki.
Hi Andrew. I have thoroughly enjoyed this series, and having just got my first motorhome, this has whetted my appetite to visit the area next year. This has been superbly filmed and imformative. Thank you so much for putting this together.
Hi Andrew , and the wonderful Dougal !! I just wanted to share something with you and thank you.To explain - I have been a subscriber and dedicated viewer for sometime now , and have had a wonderful time watching your vlogs over and over again. I am in my 60s , and always felt I had one last adventure in me and the idea of thumbing my nose at convention again by just taking off , with an Airstream has been an ambition. Having been recently diagnosed with a terminal illness , I have decided to have at it , and what the hell for as long as I can. Wanted to thank you for so much useable information on living a different lifestyle , and for shining a light on the flip side of convention to allow people to see what is actually out there. I cannot wait to begin , but I will make sure I have access to TH-cam so I can continue to follow you , and of course , Dougal , on future escapades , Dave
Andrew. What an absolutely outstanding series of videos. Will assist so many considering/planning to make this adventurous journey. So please I stumbled across your superb work, thank you. Having already done this route with a friend in 2012 on motorcycles, I have to say its one of - if not the most - wonderful places I've ever visited, always yearned to return. Often reflecting, that I missed so much by travelling too fast and stopping too infrequently focused on the next destination rather than the journey. So, I'm now in the planning stage again, visiting the isles in either May 2022 or September 2022. This time completing the journey alone on an Ebike and camping. I intend to stop frequently, connect with the wonderful people/communities, landscapes and elements.
Hi there Andrew. I've only just discovered your videos but I have to say how brilliant and informative they are. I love Dougal and the way you hold him to say your Thank you's and goodbye's is so heartwarming. I left part of me in North Uist back in 2016 and I really hope to return and see the rest of these magical islands ❤️
@@andrewjditton thank you for your reply 😊 I made full use of my week in North Uist, wasn't going to waste precious time, was staying in Creagan Na Mara a very beautiful detached thatched stone cottage, drove from North to South Uist, also a couple of the other little islands, I need to visit Lewis Harris & Barra and I'd love to see Taransay where Castaway 2000 was filmed. I live so far away from Scotland let alone the Outer Hebrides but I hope I get the chance to stay again. You and Dougal are now living and breathing the dream :-)
I have absolutely loved this little series. I have been to the Uists twice, and have met Eilidh Carr and Anne from Balranald. Great people, great place, great series. Thank you
Absolutely beautiful! I especially loved that white sandy beach and clear water that could easily pass for a Caribbean beach! You did magnificent work on this series and I do appreciate every bit of it! Greetings from 🇨🇦
An excellent, uplifting and inspirational series Andrew, which has resulted in my Son and his wife coming over from their home in Dusseldorf and spending a week on Harris & Lewis and resulted in them becoming converts both to the Outer Hebrides and fans of your channel!! Many thanks.
As I am very dramatic. I have just cried my eyes out at the ending of this amazing journey you and Dougal took us on! I too have hiraith for Wales and so I am well aware of the wrench it takes to come away. You showed us the most beautiful and mesmerising places. I am so happy to have watched this over and over again. Thank you !!! Worthy of a tv programme! Xxxx❤️❤️❤️
Andrew Ditton Cianalas translates to nostalgia on google although I expect it means much more. Mine is a deep understanding and a feeling of security and “home” for the land. I have know idea where I got it from as I am a bloody scouser! Now living in Cardigan bay West Wales. X
Hello. I've just completed the whole series and was impressed with the level of detail you provided. My wife and I will be visiting these amazing islands in our campervan in late April/early May next year and we'll be referring to the information that you have provided to enhance our trip. Thanks once again.
We visited the Outer Hebrides last year inspired by your videos. It is a truly stunning place and each island has a special charm. Watching this series just makes me want to go back. Thank you for taking the time to put this together.
Very informative and detailed about this amazing place. I had no idea how lovely the islands are until watching the whole series. Better viewing on a Sunday than Country file and the Antiques Road Show which I love!! Looking forward to the Adria review. 😎
Thank you for this really great series. It ist (one of) the best I’ve ever seen on YT or even in professional TV. It comes along like a friend talkes to an other friend to help him planning his journey to the Hebrides. Great job with really helpful information and a presenting which really “forces” me to visit the beautiful islands. Thanks again 👍😊
Andrew Ditton okay. First step is done. Bought a Bürstner TravelVan 620 on Wednesday. As we are first time camper, now we are buying accessories for camping... I think this year we will exercise here in the very near Black Forest. Then, when we are brave enough, we will try a jump over the channel. Thanks for inspiring me.
Well Done its a part of the UK i never thought i wanted to go to but the whole of the series has changed that its been one of the best discovery series i have ever seen and the seeds have been planted and its time to research and cost our journey to sample the air and atmosphere and warmth you have given all of us
An inspirational series, beautifully executed and full of really useful information whilst retaining the personal touch from our favourite TH-cam Vlogger (and his dog).
Andrew, this series is a must see for all new visitors and some not so new. As you say do your research and follow your nose, because who knows what you'll find around the corner. Thanks.👍🖖🏴🏴🏴
Beautifully done Andrew!!👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 there is no emoji for a standing ovation darn it. I don't think I have ever gotten choked up and cried at the end of a travel series before now.💙💜🧡💚💛
Lovely tour of the Hebrides, Andrew. These are now on the list for my next trip home to Scotland, ...details pending. If I am not mistaken, I believe wee Dougal was smiling whilst on the beach and when being given his treats in that one café. Now to finish binge watching the rest of this series. Slàinte.
Thank you for all the information offered. I appreciate the efforts you put in acquainting (non-)campers with remote and beautiful areas. Greetings from Bavaria, Germany.
Hi Andrew, Greetings from a fellow biker- (a proud Indian Scout Owner) Thank you for your fantastic "How to Hebrides" series, I have really enjoyed every moment of it. So much so that we are planning our first ever long trip in our VW Campervan to the Islands in early September. We will be making the long trip from Barry in South Wales and intend to use your series as the "go to" resource for the trip. Thank you so much for posting, it is really appreciated
Fantastic series Andrew,what a beautiful place. We are looking to book cottages there next year ,thanks to looking at all of your brilliant vlogs of the islands. More please if you get the time
I just want to say thank you for all of this series. I can see the work and the heart and soul in each part. I feel like you have given me a personal gift, life should have beauty and joy it sometimes and because of this series and your other vlogs I have been so inspired and filled with confidence that I can make this trip happen. It's a massive thing to me so just thankyou for all your efforts and passion. Xx
Congrats on a well put together series where the islands are the star, great effort, have added the islands to my bucket list and looking forward to the report on the Adria van, well done Andrew
Absolutely loved the series & you can see & hear in your narrative how much the Islands mean to you. I hope one day to find myself visiting the Hebrides. Well done on a most interesting journey with your star companion Dougal. 🐶❤️
Very inspiring. I'm building up my courage to travel more. Beautiful landscapes. And I must say I find it very encouraging to see so many plant milks being stocked. That channa dhal looked great! Looks like good vegan options available. Yummy!
Thanks to you and all your useful information I’ve just finished touring Harris and Lewis in my camper . Your videos we invaluable and I was constantly referring them even during the trip. Next trip is in the planning stages already for Barra , Vatersey and the Uists next year.. thank you Andrew and Dougal .. xx
I don't make a habit of commenting on TH-cam vlogs that I watch, in fact this is a first but I just wanted to say thank you from myself and my hubby for all the inspiration you have given us over this last couple of years. You inspired us so much that we chose a camper van over our intended motorhome and we haven't regretted it once. I also want to thank you for showing us how beautiful Scotland and the Outer Hebrides is to the point we have booked our fist major trip to Lewis, Harris & hopefully the Uists for this October. Secretly I'm hoping that we might just bump into you there and that our two pug girls Lilly & Daisy get to say hello to Dougal instead of just seeing him on our TV. But most of all to say please keep making your amazing, inspirational videos, because they really are lovely to watch. 😉
Andrew, thanks,I thotoughly ENJOYED. This series, just beautiful places, for me I would have to do the WHISKY TOURS, A WEE DRAM ,HERE ALWAYS DELIGHTS, TRAVEL SAFELY, CHEERS FROM NJ,,,,USA🏴🏴🇬🇧🇺🇸
Andrew, what a wonderful series, the work you've put in to make them informative, entertaining and professional cannot be under estimated. I appreciate (as do many others) the vast amount of time you've put in to research, film and edit the series. People who've made stupid, unwelcome comments have no idea the application it takes to produce such a professional series. They need to be ignored. It's sad but understandable comments have been disabled on the earlier vlogs, while it stops the vociferous social media/keyboard warriors, it also prevents all those who value and appreciate your work from leaving good comments. Please don't let the few spoil it for the majority. All the very best to you and Dougal. long may you continue to produce such quality content.
Thank you. That’s why I opened up comments to this one (until now I’ve been too wrapped up in the production to be able to engage as well) but already I’ve had umbridge about asking people to be mindful. Pfrt! Thanks for your support 👍
I’ve loved this series. I’m so very happy you shared it. My dream is to travel the UK and other European countries in a caravan. You’re living my dream and taking us along. I’m in heaven.❤️
💙 lovely video, I've been to Barra a number of times and like you say, you do end up leaving your heart there. Being the only person on a beach is a real treat you only get in these special places. Brings back many memories for me! 😊
We have really enjoyed watching this entire series Andrew. You have done a great job of putting it altogether. It has now made me want to go the the there even more thank ever and I was so so pleased when you played a little bit of Tide Lines :D Thank you for all your hard work in putting this together and I hope you and Dougal managed to get some relaxation time in-between the filming and research :D Take care :D Teddy
Oh I so enjoyed your tour as usual I shed a tear when you had to leave too, but know we'll get to go back their sometime in the year, thank you for sharing this wonderful visit I love seeing Barra and it's life style and people who live and visit, as it's half a world away from where I am in Tasmania, look forward to the review and understand the sad face.
I never knew this area existed! Thanks to you it is now on my bucket list of places to visit! Beautiful video, the entire series is fantastic! If there was anything that could be better, MORE DOUGAL! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Love the work you and dougal do, what a team! I’m desperate to get up there, I’ve travelled the world with my work, there is no where like the UK we are so blessed to have incredible scenery. Just need to find the time to go. Desperate to get away from the rat race. But you’ve sold it to me 😁
Thankyou Andrew for a very enjoyable, interesting and informative series. I really want to take my caravan over to explore this beauriful part of Scotland. I now feel much better equipped to take the plunge and do it now. Got my first caravan last year and really loving travelling about in it. 🤗
Andrew, an absolute wonderful series of videos, I so want to visit the Hebrides. one day soon, it's on my bucket list. Keep up your great work, your videos are truly an inspiration. 😃
I appreciate the hard work you and Douglas have put into these videos and hopefully the more people and locals see these, the more people will calm down on certain subjects. Think I’ll give it a miss for a while tho. Good job on the whole series 👍
Great series Andrew. I wish I could be there. Maybe one day! It all looks idillic. Now, on another tack. I have realised why there is a lack of smiles from Dougal. He is missing the motorbike! I'm sure a few rides would put the spring back in his step. I am confident it would be a Triumphant success!
Wonderful wonderful series Andrew. Thanks for bringing this area of my country into my home. Keep up the good work and looking forward to whatever you choose to share with your public in the future. Here's tae us wha's like us.
Loved this series Andrew, really inspired me to get up there and explore - semi retirement beckons and this area is definitely on my vanlife bucket list - thanks so much and safe travels 😎
Thanks Andrew (and Dougal!) for a fabulous, well thought out, well filmed and excellently presented informative series. You clearly put a heck of a lot of work into producing series like this and whilst I'm really jealous of the amazing places you've been able to show us all here, I wouldn't want to do it, in fact couldn't do it. I can honestly say this series has probably been the best set of videos I have seen on You Tube, and my only regret is it wasn't online in 2017 when I was planning my first Hebridean Adventure! Have big yearnings for a return trip now, it's been too long :). Great to see so many places I did manage to get to out there, and I still can't believe I drove straight past the Catalina on Vatersay without noticing it. I'm calling that my excuse to go back. Cheers again, absolutely superb Sir.
Great series, recently subscribed and enjoying the breadth of your video content. Compelling stuff. Having ventured around Scotland and camped on the NW coast of Skye, the Hebrides looked mysterious on the horizon. Your content has helped unlock that mystery for all eyes to see. Spectacular indeed. :)
Was watching your Florence vlog - fabulous - and I saw this video in the list too - we're going to be staying on Barra for a week in the summer, and this is the perfect pre-trip preparation - thank you!!
Andrew, this has been such a Blessing! Thank You SO much for taking us with you, i was in tears at the end, not sure if I will get there but feel that I have been half way there!
Andrew you done it to me again a fantastic series loved every minute the information was first class we cannot wait for our holiday to the isles we have already made a list of places we wont to go to . So a massive thankyou brillant .
What a great series, Andrew. Partly as a result of your videos, we are on the ferry from Ullapool later this week in our campervan and returning almost 2 weeks later through Lochboisdale. Sorry we won't be seeing you, if you have already left. All the best, Peter
Well done for this series of brilliant and informative videos, the Hebrides look like a wonderful place to visit even with the sometimes challenging weather. Thank you very much. Sad that it’s finished tonight but I can always reply it again and again......!! Douglas you deserve a doggy Oscar for your amazing talent. As Dr Sues said ‘ Don’t cry 😢 that it’s over, smile 😊 that it happened ‘ Will be looking forward to seeing you next adventure videos hopefully in the near future. With all good wishes. Pamela
Hi Andrew. I'm glad I found you, now I'm hooked. I remember a TV programme called An Island Parish set in Barra, it was lovely. Before that they did the Scilly Isles, which prompted me to go there for a visit. Maybe I ought to take a look at Barra for real. This series is fantastic, full of useful information. Thank you. Best wishes, ilona
Andrew, good on you. I was so disappointed to read a really unhelpful comment last week literally hours after returning from the gorgeous isles. However I also know having met and re met other tourers on our island hops that they were all very responsible, courteous and appreciative of the opportunity to share the Isles for a while. The camping fraternity as a whole are some of the kindest on this planet! This series has been extremely helpful and whilst we missed the last 2 Vlogs as we were detaching ourselves from the world, we found your advice and the helpful island guide which we printed and took with us so helpful. We certainly recognise your efforts and thank you for sharing all that you do with us. Love Doggies on tour. P.S The Adria Twin was a success. Quite a revelation that I didn't have to head back to the campsite to the caravan whenever I forgot something (which occurs often!) and having a wC wherever you travelled was a life changer..... Looking forward to tonight's episode which includes Barradise!!! What a site Scurrival is 😍
We definately want to go after watching your videos, amazing! Your dog is a real cutie.😀 Thank you for your hard work and for sharing. Love the Adria camper van so stylish!
Andrew, I have thoroughly enjoyed you vids especially regarding the Hebrides. I would love to see you do a similar " How to" series on other parts of the UK. Like maybe the Cornish coast, the Shetlands, John-o-Groats, Eastern Scotland, etc. I know others would love it as well.
@@andrewjditton I did read your disclaimer before I replied initially, so I do know you said you are tired. You should not have to exhaust yourself to produce a video for other's enjoyment. I assume you are being paid by You Tube and the RV makers for your efforts. At least it appears that you are thoroughly enjoying yourself in a place you said you love more than any other (the Hebrides). Rest up and don't force yourself to work so hard.
Absolute fantastic series of videos, I thoroughly enjoyed them all, so much advice I didnt know I needed. Hopefully we will be in Harris end of October all being well. Thanks for making these videos.
All your hard work is appreciated. Maybe a vlog on the total hours of filming, the hours spent editing, logistics & organisation. I am amazed the Scottish Tourist Board hasn't supported you more. Local islands accepted. To get to these gems, most people need to go through the Scottish mainland.
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Please be aware that I have poured my heart and soul into this series for three intense months. I have done almost everything myself: concept, research, raising the finance, approaching agencies, the planning, the driving, the logistics, the filming, writing the scripts, the editing, the presenting, the voiceovers, and the promotion. Not to mention getting the groceries, doing the cooking, walking the dog, washing up, doing laundry....
Please bear in mind how much effort has gone in to this, and I have done almost all of it on my own.
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Please remember that this series is not a definitive guide.
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Thank you Andrew you’ve opened up a whole new area of touring I wouldn’t have considered. A huge pack on the back to you.
Dear, Mr. Wonderful Andrew... walking that sweet dog is not a chore. Love ya, great video! 😁
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Well done to you, you make amazing videos, you have a wonderful on screen presence...and what can I say about Dougal!!! a real star!
Well done Andrew , what an absolutely brilliant series of videos , thoroughly enjoyed every one , definitely seems like paradise to me , thank you so much for all your hard work , Dougal is such a cutie ! Happy Travels !
My heart literally melts whenever there's footage of Dougal bounding about. Just looks like THE loveliest little woofer.
Can't thank you enough for these incredibly useful videos. I'll be so chuffed if we somehow bump into you during our upcoming trip in September.
He is my everything! We'll be over on mainland early September but might see you if you're here at the end of the month.
thank you for posting! I wish you much happiness. I have been to Scotland and now it's in my blood!
Superb series of videos as good as any professional tv documentary.
Thanks Steve!
Hi Andrew, I want to congratulate you on a fantastic series of videos. It is very clear that you put a huge amount of work into the project and your efforts were rewarded by a really informative and entertaining series. My wife & I are relocating from Dorset to Scotland at the end of March and we will be travelling whilst we search for our new home. My wife is Scottish but we have been in England for 40 years and we have never had the opportunity to tour Scotland properly. These videos have really helped us to work out where we want to visit on our campervan tour, and they have helped me to decide that I really really do want to live in the west coast with access to all of these marvels of nature.
Thank you so much for a job very well done.
Cheers Alan! Glad you enjoyed it, and good luck with the move.
Andrew, your focus and attention to detail in the videos are superb. I found myself falling in love with the Outer Hebrides all over again. This has made me move my trip to the islands closer to the top of my bucket list. I think what I love most about your videos is the sense of adventure and your love of the Outer Hebrides people and places. Lovely series...very well done.
Andrew - a great set of videos. Topical, useful. You don’t need to worry - they are very good. Your enthusiasm for the topic but it doesn’t colour your guides. Thank you. Given me some things to think about
Andrew, just watched your amazing series on the Hebrides. THANKYOU so much. My wife and I stayed in a cottage on Harris just as the distillery was being set up. Incredibly, we watched the part on Harris, seeing you in the distillery, as we were drinking our very first Harris gin, a recent birthday present!. And we currently live in Houston, Texas near one of the only shops that sells it over here. We are planning on buying a motor home when we retire back to the UK and your series has inspired us to go back to the Hebrides.
Great stuff - and I'm sure you enjoyed the gin. Slàinte mhath!
Andrew, I'm up to #6 in your series on "How to Hebrides." These videos are simply wonderful and informative. Between you and Dougal, one can definitely sense a love for the islands. I hope someday to see some of these destinations but if not, you certainly opened my eyes to these Scottish wonders. Blessings to you!
Thanks Doug - I really hope you do get to visit yourself one day.
Wonderful series. Those beaches on Vatersay, with the white sands, blue and green seas, put me in mind of the Whitsunday Islands in Australia. You reminded me, that paradise is not too far away.
Cheers Gary!
Well done Andrew ! My hopes that you were a new scots islander are dashed but so glad you visit. I am grateful for your fine work and congratulate you on your research and information on the important aspects of visiting the Outer Hebrides.
Thank you!
Great series Andrew! The Hebrides are indeed beautiful. I love the way you’re holding Dougal in your arms - he looks so comfortable!
We have just tuned into your channel for the first time and have watched part 1-6 of 'How to Hebrides'. Your information on all that is Hebrides, has been an absolute pleasure to watch, we never knew anything about the islands and are completely sold. Stunningly beautiful places, they are definitely going on our places to visit list. Thank you so much for the wonderful videos we look forward to seeing a lot more from you. 😊
Excellent stuff Nia! Fingers crossed for the weather for you - it is WILD as I am typing this!
I've watched every one of these excellent videos with keen interest. The fact that I've now been to the OH twice, for four weeks is, in large measure, due to your open-hearted videos. Seeing you on both trips has been a bonus. Thanks for pouring your heart and soul into this project. Say "Hi" to Dougal, and I hope you'll continue to keep us in touch with these incredible islands and their wonderful people. Cheers.
Cheers David!
We have really enjoyed watching these videos. So emotional! It is helping us plan our trip to North Uist and Barra in spring 2020 in our motorhome. We have received a very warm welcome when we have visited in the past in our car and we love the way you show respect and appreciation the islands and the community. Your hard work is much appreciated, you have produced professional videos that are both beautiful to watch and very informative and as well as moving. Dougal’s starring role was simply stunning!! Jenn and Russ 👍😊🐕
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it. See you up there some time soon!
Wonderful series Andrew and thank you for enticing us all the way from Gloucestershire to the Outer Hebrides. It remains one of our most memorable trips where the combination of unique isles and friendly islanders make it so inviting for us inlanders. Happy travels. David and Annie.
Cheers David! Hope you're both well.
Hey Andrew - I just love the Vlogs. I had a couple of weeks off in August so I visited the Outer Hebrides for the first time ever, just on foot, bus and boat starting in Castlebay and finishing in Stornoway. Wow!!! what a place the Hebrides is - I was absolutely smitten and I have to say I felt a bit desolate when I got back home. Your excellent videos have been a real solace for me as I contemplate and plot my next trip. Big thanks to you mate for your excellent work, ably assisted of course by your sidekick Dougal! So looking forward to the next ones - Andy.
Cheers Andy!
Andrew, I have approx 200 TV channels at home and this Video you have put together is by far the best program on this Sunday evening. Of course the real star is Dougal. :)Thanks For putting them together. Lee & Vikki.
Hi Andrew. I have thoroughly enjoyed this series, and having just got my first motorhome, this has whetted my appetite to visit the area next year. This has been superbly filmed and imformative. Thank you so much for putting this together.
Cheers Paul!
Hi Andrew , and the wonderful Dougal !! I just wanted to share something with you and thank you.To explain - I have been a subscriber and dedicated viewer for sometime now , and have had a wonderful time watching your vlogs over and over again. I am in my 60s , and always felt I had one last adventure in me and the idea of thumbing my nose at convention again by just taking off , with an Airstream has been an ambition. Having been recently diagnosed with a terminal illness , I have decided to have at it , and what the hell for as long as I can.
Wanted to thank you for so much useable information on living a different lifestyle , and for shining a light on the flip side of convention to allow people to see what is actually out there. I cannot wait to begin , but I will make sure I have access to TH-cam so I can continue to follow you , and of course , Dougal , on future escapades , Dave
Sorry you've had such a kick up the bum Dave - but props to you for taking action! Enjoy your adventures - and see you on the road!
Andrew. What an absolutely outstanding series of videos. Will assist so many considering/planning to make this adventurous journey. So please I stumbled across your superb work, thank you.
Having already done this route with a friend in 2012 on motorcycles, I have to say its one of - if not the most - wonderful places I've ever visited, always yearned to return. Often reflecting, that I missed so much by travelling too fast and stopping too infrequently focused on the next destination rather than the journey. So, I'm now in the planning stage again, visiting the isles in either May 2022 or September 2022. This time completing the journey alone on an Ebike and camping. I intend to stop frequently, connect with the wonderful people/communities, landscapes and elements.
Great stuff! Enjoy your trip.
Hi there Andrew. I've only just discovered your videos but I have to say how brilliant and informative they are. I love Dougal and the way you hold him to say your Thank you's and goodbye's is so heartwarming. I left part of me in North Uist back in 2016 and I really hope to return and see the rest of these magical islands ❤️
Thanks Sandra. I hope you make it back here soon (I made Uist my home after this series) :)
@@andrewjditton thank you for your reply 😊 I made full use of my week in North Uist, wasn't going to waste precious time, was staying in Creagan Na Mara a very beautiful detached thatched stone cottage, drove from North to South Uist, also a couple of the other little islands, I need to visit Lewis Harris & Barra and I'd love to see Taransay where Castaway 2000 was filmed. I live so far away from Scotland let alone the Outer Hebrides but I hope I get the chance to stay again. You and Dougal are now living and breathing the dream :-)
Your series was well done and as professional as a tourism agency’s production. Cheers from the USA!
Thanks Julia!
I have absolutely loved this little series. I have been to the Uists twice, and have met Eilidh Carr and Anne from Balranald. Great people, great place, great series. Thank you
Absolutely beautiful! I especially loved that white sandy beach and clear water that could easily pass for a Caribbean beach! You did magnificent work on this series and I do appreciate every bit of it! Greetings from 🇨🇦
An excellent, uplifting and inspirational series Andrew, which has resulted in my Son and his wife coming over from their home in Dusseldorf and spending a week on Harris & Lewis and resulted in them becoming converts both to the Outer Hebrides and fans of your channel!!
Many thanks.
Brilliant! Cheers Peter.
As I am very dramatic. I have just cried my eyes out at the ending of this amazing journey you and Dougal took us on! I too have hiraith for Wales and so I am well aware of the wrench it takes to come away. You showed us the most beautiful and mesmerising places. I am so happy to have watched this over and over again. Thank you !!! Worthy of a tv programme! Xxxx❤️❤️❤️
Thank you. I imagine ‘hiraith’ is the Welsh equivalent of ‘cianalas’ in Scottish Gaelic.
Andrew Ditton Cianalas translates to nostalgia on google although I expect it means much more. Mine is a deep understanding and a feeling of security and “home” for the land. I have know idea where I got it from as I am a bloody scouser! Now living in Cardigan bay West Wales. X
Lovely series. They bring back so many happy memories. Very informative. Many thanks .
Those beaches !!! Your photography and expert commentary make this a most wonderful series of vlogs. Thank you Andrew.👍
Hello.
I've just completed the whole series and was impressed with the level of detail you provided.
My wife and I will be visiting these amazing islands in our campervan in late April/early May next year and we'll be referring to the information that you have provided to enhance our trip.
Thanks once again.
Glad it was helpful! Enjoy your trip :) Since I filmed this series, I have made Uist my home.
We visited the Outer Hebrides last year inspired by your videos. It is a truly stunning place and each island has a special charm. Watching this series just makes me want to go back. Thank you for taking the time to put this together.
Very informative and detailed about this amazing place. I had no idea how lovely the islands are until watching the whole series. Better viewing on a Sunday than Country file and the Antiques Road Show which I love!! Looking forward to the Adria review. 😎
Praise indeed! Thanks Bernie.
Thank you for this really great series. It ist (one of) the best I’ve ever seen on YT or even in professional TV. It comes along like a friend talkes to an other friend to help him planning his journey to the Hebrides. Great job with really helpful information and a presenting which really “forces” me to visit the beautiful islands. Thanks again 👍😊
That's very kind of you to say, thank you very much. See you up there some time I hope!
Andrew Ditton okay. First step is done. Bought a Bürstner TravelVan 620 on Wednesday. As we are first time camper, now we are buying accessories for camping... I think this year we will exercise here in the very near Black Forest. Then, when we are brave enough, we will try a jump over the channel. Thanks for inspiring me.
Well Done its a part of the UK i never thought i wanted to go to but the whole of the series has changed that its been one of the best discovery series i have ever seen and the seeds have been planted and its time to research and cost our journey to sample the air and atmosphere and warmth you have given all of us
An inspirational series, beautifully executed and full of really useful information whilst retaining the personal touch from our favourite TH-cam Vlogger (and his dog).
Aww, thanks Stephen!
Andrew, this series is a must see for all new visitors and some not so new. As you say do your research and follow your nose, because who knows what you'll find around the corner. Thanks.👍🖖🏴🏴🏴
We will be going to Harris in the autumn and your videos have been wetting our appetite for weeks!
Beautifully done Andrew!!👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 there is no emoji for a standing ovation darn it. I don't think I have ever gotten choked up and cried at the end of a travel series before now.💙💜🧡💚💛
Aww, thanks Annette!
Lovely tour of the Hebrides, Andrew. These are now on the list for my next trip home to Scotland, ...details pending. If I am not mistaken, I believe wee Dougal was smiling whilst on the beach and when being given his treats in that one café. Now to finish binge watching the rest of this series. Slàinte.
Cheers! Yes, like me he’s happy to be there :)
I have really enjoyed this series. You did a great job. Seeing Dougal always make me smile.
Thank you for all the information offered. I appreciate the efforts you put in acquainting (non-)campers with remote and beautiful areas. Greetings from Bavaria, Germany.
Hi Andrew, Greetings from a fellow biker- (a proud Indian Scout Owner) Thank you for your fantastic "How to Hebrides" series, I have really enjoyed every moment of it. So much so that we are planning our first ever long trip in our VW Campervan to the Islands in early September. We will be making the long trip from Barry in South Wales and intend to use your series as the "go to" resource for the trip. Thank you so much for posting, it is really appreciated
Excellent! Have a great time!
Absolutely brilliant series! I always looked forward to it on my Sunday nights. Well done!
Wonderful series. Thanks for sharing your love of these beautiful islands. And I saw lots of tail wagging, Dougal looked very happy to be there too.
Best channel on youtube , always informative, well filmed and presented by the best host , and your ok too Andrew, keep up the good work Rob & Cherie
Thanks R&C!
Fantastic series Andrew,what a beautiful place. We are looking to book cottages there next year ,thanks to looking at all of your brilliant vlogs of the islands. More please if you get the time
I just want to say thank you for all of this series. I can see the work and the heart and soul in each part. I feel like you have given me a personal gift, life should have beauty and joy it sometimes and because of this series and your other vlogs I have been so inspired and filled with confidence that I can make this trip happen. It's a massive thing to me so just thankyou for all your efforts and passion. Xx
Congrats on a well put together series where the islands are the star, great effort, have added the islands to my bucket list and looking forward to the report on the Adria van, well done Andrew
Thank you!
Absolutely loved the series & you can see & hear in your narrative how much the Islands mean to you. I hope one day to find myself visiting the Hebrides. Well done on a most interesting journey with your star companion Dougal. 🐶❤️
As I’ve mentioned on your other vlogs. We’re off on Tuesday. A very useful and enjoyable series.
Thanks Andrew.
Have a great time!
Sure will Andrew. Your videos were the push we needed. They’ll make you an honorary Hebridean.
Very inspiring. I'm building up my courage to travel more. Beautiful landscapes. And I must say I find it very encouraging to see so many plant milks being stocked. That channa dhal looked great! Looks like good vegan options available. Yummy!
Yes Sarah, there were vegan options in most places. 👍
Thanks to you and all your useful information I’ve just finished touring Harris and Lewis in my camper . Your videos we invaluable and I was constantly referring them even during the trip. Next trip is in the planning stages already for Barra , Vatersey and the Uists next year.. thank you Andrew and Dougal .. xx
Glad to hear they were useful Jane, and I hope you had a good time. See you in Uist next year!
This is a wonderful and inspiring series Andrew - I would like to thank you for creating it. I will be visiting!
Thanks Sebastian, glad you enjoyed it!
Another brilliant mini series of vlogs thank you Andrew and of course Dougal
Such a great series. Thank you for all your hard work! Loved the beautiful scenery, great people, helpful information, etc. Well done!
Thanks Karen!
I don't make a habit of commenting on TH-cam vlogs that I watch, in fact this is a first but I just wanted to say thank you from myself and my hubby for all the inspiration you have given us over this last couple of years. You inspired us so much that we chose a camper van over our intended motorhome and we haven't regretted it once. I also want to thank you for showing us how beautiful Scotland and the Outer Hebrides is to the point we have booked our fist major trip to Lewis, Harris & hopefully the Uists for this October. Secretly I'm hoping that we might just bump into you there and that our two pug girls Lilly & Daisy get to say hello to Dougal instead of just seeing him on our TV. But most of all to say please keep making your amazing, inspirational videos, because they really are lovely to watch. 😉
Ahh, thank you Bex. Congratulations on the van and have a fab time in October 👍
Andrew, thanks,I thotoughly ENJOYED. This series, just beautiful places, for me I would have to do the WHISKY TOURS, A WEE DRAM ,HERE ALWAYS DELIGHTS, TRAVEL SAFELY,
CHEERS FROM NJ,,,,USA🏴🏴🇬🇧🇺🇸
Andrew, what a wonderful series, the work you've put in to make them informative, entertaining and professional cannot be under estimated. I appreciate (as do many others) the vast amount of time you've put in to research, film and edit the series. People who've made stupid, unwelcome comments have no idea the application it takes to produce such a professional series. They need to be ignored. It's sad but understandable comments have been disabled on the earlier vlogs, while it stops the vociferous social media/keyboard warriors, it also prevents all those who value and appreciate your work from leaving good comments. Please don't let the few spoil it for the majority. All the very best to you and Dougal. long may you continue to produce such quality content.
Thank you. That’s why I opened up comments to this one (until now I’ve been too wrapped up in the production to be able to engage as well) but already I’ve had umbridge about asking people to be mindful. Pfrt! Thanks for your support 👍
Thanks for all the information and sharing your experience on the Isles. Definitely want to go even more so now 👍.
I’ve loved this series. I’m so very happy you shared it. My dream is to travel the UK and other European countries in a caravan. You’re living my dream and taking us along. I’m in heaven.❤️
Beautifully filmed and really informative videos, thank you Dougal and Andrew.
Thanks Sue!
💙 lovely video, I've been to Barra a number of times and like you say, you do end up leaving your heart there. Being the only person on a beach is a real treat you only get in these special places. Brings back many memories for me! 😊
We have really enjoyed watching this entire series Andrew. You have done a great job of putting it altogether. It has now made me want to go the the there even more thank ever and I was so so pleased when you played a little bit of Tide Lines :D Thank you for all your hard work in putting this together and I hope you and Dougal managed to get some relaxation time in-between the filming and research :D Take care :D Teddy
Oh I so enjoyed your tour as usual I shed a tear when you had to leave too, but know we'll get to go back their sometime in the year, thank you for sharing this wonderful visit I love seeing Barra and it's life style and people who live and visit, as it's half a world away from where I am in Tasmania, look forward to the review and understand the sad face.
I have enjoyed this series immensely!! Kudos to you and Dougal, Andrew. I will be revisiting this series again and again. 👍
Brilliantly done, it’s been 15 years since visiting Barra and want to go again 👍
Thank you. 15 years is too long... hurry back!
Thank you Andrew - that was a wonderful series of reports. The Outer Hebrides tourist board should definitely employ you (or Dougal) !
That would be a dream job! :)
I never knew this area existed! Thanks to you it is now on my bucket list of places to visit! Beautiful video, the entire series is fantastic! If there was anything that could be better, MORE DOUGAL! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Love the work you and dougal do, what a team! I’m desperate to get up there, I’ve travelled the world with my work, there is no where like the UK we are so blessed to have incredible scenery. Just need to find the time to go. Desperate to get away from the rat race. But you’ve sold it to me 😁
I'm guessing by your moniker you're in aviation? I love the expression 'I travelled the world to find it was just around the corner.' All the best :)
Thanks Andrew for a very enjoyable and informative series. We’re looking forward to our trip there very soon
Thankyou Andrew for a very enjoyable, interesting and informative series. I really want to take my caravan over to explore this beauriful part of Scotland. I now feel much better equipped to take the plunge and do it now. Got my first caravan last year and really loving travelling about in it. 🤗
Excellent! Hope you make it Maureen 👍
Andrew, an absolute wonderful series of videos, I so want to visit the Hebrides. one day soon, it's on my bucket list. Keep up your great work, your videos are truly an inspiration. 😃
Thanks Dave 👍
I appreciate the hard work you and Douglas have put into these videos and hopefully the more people and locals see these, the more people will calm down on certain subjects. Think I’ll give it a miss for a while tho. Good job on the whole series 👍
Thanks Andrew. Your mini series was much appreciated and enjoyed
Great series Andrew. I wish I could be there. Maybe one day! It all looks idillic. Now, on another tack. I have realised why there is a lack of smiles from Dougal. He is missing the motorbike! I'm sure a few rides would put the spring back in his step. I am confident it would be a Triumphant success!
Wonderful wonderful series Andrew. Thanks for bringing this area of my country into my home. Keep up the good work and looking forward to whatever you choose to share with your public in the future. Here's tae us wha's like us.
Slanj!
Thank you Andrew! Well done! It’s been a great pleasure to watch your series, looking forward for your upcoming ones!
Warm regards to Doogle and you
Loved this series Andrew, really inspired me to get up there and explore - semi retirement beckons and this area is definitely on my vanlife bucket list - thanks so much and safe travels 😎
Thanks Martin!
I have thoroughly enjoyed this series Andrew. Well done; it was informative, entertaining and well put together. Thank you 😊
Thanks Mads!
Thanks Andrew (and Dougal!) for a fabulous, well thought out, well filmed and excellently presented informative series. You clearly put a heck of a lot of work into producing series like this and whilst I'm really jealous of the amazing places you've been able to show us all here, I wouldn't want to do it, in fact couldn't do it.
I can honestly say this series has probably been the best set of videos I have seen on You Tube, and my only regret is it wasn't online in 2017 when I was planning my first Hebridean Adventure! Have big yearnings for a return trip now, it's been too long :). Great to see so many places I did manage to get to out there, and I still can't believe I drove straight past the Catalina on Vatersay without noticing it. I'm calling that my excuse to go back. Cheers again, absolutely superb Sir.
Thanks Adrian! Hope you get back out there soon 👍
Wonderful places indeed, I feel like I must return to the hebrides as soon as possible. Wonderful shooting!
Thanks Nelson.
Great series, recently subscribed and enjoying the breadth of your video content. Compelling stuff.
Having ventured around Scotland and camped on the NW coast of Skye, the Hebrides looked mysterious on the horizon.
Your content has helped unlock that mystery for all eyes to see. Spectacular indeed. :)
Aww, thank you!
Was watching your Florence vlog - fabulous - and I saw this video in the list too - we're going to be staying on Barra for a week in the summer, and this is the perfect pre-trip preparation - thank you!!
Glad you found it useful Hilary. Enjoy Barra!
@@andrewjditton I'm sure we will - really looking forward to leaving behind all the rush and bustle and slowing down for a while🙂
Excelent series. Just enough to give me what I need to know. Just need to start my search for my heart which is lost there already.
Thanks for a great inspirational series, makes me want to visit. Thanks again for your time and effort in the bids.
Andrew, this has been such a Blessing! Thank You SO much for taking us with you, i was in tears at the end, not sure if I will get there but feel that I have been half way there!
Andrew you done it to me again a fantastic series loved every minute the information was first class we cannot wait for our holiday to the isles we have already made a list of places we wont to go to . So a massive thankyou brillant .
What a great series, Andrew. Partly as a result of your videos, we are on the ferry from Ullapool later this week in our campervan and returning almost 2 weeks later through Lochboisdale. Sorry we won't be seeing you, if you have already left. All the best, Peter
Brilliant! Have a great time!
Well done for this series of brilliant and informative videos, the Hebrides look like a wonderful place to visit even with the sometimes challenging weather. Thank you very much. Sad that it’s finished tonight but I can always reply it again and again......!! Douglas you deserve a doggy Oscar for your amazing talent. As Dr Sues said ‘ Don’t cry 😢 that it’s over, smile 😊 that it happened ‘ Will be looking forward to seeing you next adventure videos hopefully in the near future.
With all good wishes. Pamela
Thanks Pamela.
Brilliant series. Makes me want to move again. Love Scotland and the outer hebrides to bits.
Fantastic work! Thanks for taking the time to share with the rest of us. And greetings from Skye :)
Thanks Philip! Waving over the Minch back at ya! 👍
why would anyone vote this as a thumbs down ? Andrew you are a star. Fair play.
Cheers Al!
Hi Andrew. I'm glad I found you, now I'm hooked. I remember a TV programme called An Island Parish set in Barra, it was lovely. Before that they did the Scilly Isles, which prompted me to go there for a visit. Maybe I ought to take a look at Barra for real. This series is fantastic, full of useful information. Thank you. Best wishes, ilona
YES! The islands are magical.
Andrew, good on you. I was so disappointed to read a really unhelpful comment last week literally hours after returning from the gorgeous isles. However I also know having met and re met other tourers on our island hops that they were all very responsible, courteous and appreciative of the opportunity to share the Isles for a while. The camping fraternity as a whole are some of the kindest on this planet! This series has been extremely helpful and whilst we missed the last 2 Vlogs as we were detaching ourselves from the world, we found your advice and the helpful island guide which we printed and took with us so helpful. We certainly recognise your efforts and thank you for sharing all that you do with us. Love Doggies on tour. P.S The Adria Twin was a success. Quite a revelation that I didn't have to head back to the campsite to the caravan whenever I forgot something (which occurs often!) and having a wC wherever you travelled was a life changer..... Looking forward to tonight's episode which includes Barradise!!! What a site Scurrival is 😍
We definately want to go after watching your videos, amazing!
Your dog is a real cutie.😀 Thank you for your hard work and for sharing.
Love the Adria camper van so stylish!
Thanks for making this video, I stayed on Borve camp site last week , such great memories.
Andrew, I have thoroughly enjoyed you vids especially regarding the Hebrides. I would love to see you do a similar " How to" series on other parts of the UK. Like maybe the Cornish coast, the Shetlands, John-o-Groats, Eastern Scotland, etc. I know others would love it as well.
Thank you, but this was exhausting to do on my own! I'd love to do more but it will be next year at the earliest :)
@@andrewjditton I did read your disclaimer before I replied initially, so I do know you said you are tired. You should not have to exhaust yourself to produce a video for other's enjoyment. I assume you are being paid by You Tube and the RV makers for your efforts. At least it appears that you are thoroughly enjoying yourself in a place you said you love more than any other (the Hebrides). Rest up and don't force yourself to work so hard.
And I didn't mean you had to produce more videos tomorrow! I was simply suggesting places of interest when you are ready to do it again.
Absolute fantastic series of videos, I thoroughly enjoyed them all, so much advice I didnt know I needed. Hopefully we will be in Harris end of October all being well.
Thanks for making these videos.
Great to hear! I really hope things will be OK for your visit to Harris. Such a stunning place.
Looks extremely nice around there Andrew, great video😀
All your hard work is appreciated. Maybe a vlog on the total hours of filming, the hours spent editing, logistics & organisation. I am amazed the Scottish Tourist Board hasn't supported you more. Local islands accepted. To get to these gems, most people need to go through the Scottish mainland.
Thank you for a wonderful trip around my homeland I just wish I could come back , but at a very trying time it has cleared our heads