FIRST IMPRESSIONS: Vanlife on the Wild Atlantic Way (IRELAND)
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- What we really think of Van Life in Ireland's most northern county. Get Over 50% Off Rosetta Stone Here: partners.rosettastone.com/phi... for Lifetime Access.
Join us on our epic van life journey as we explore the stunning landscapes of Donegal, Ireland! In this video, we share our first impressions of the most northern point of the Emerald Isle, experiencing the magic of Donegal despite the rainy weather. From breathtaking coastal views to cozying up in our van for a date night, this adventure is filled with unforgettable moments and gratefulness for our home country.
Highlights:
🚐 Van Life: Discover the freedom and excitement of traveling in a van.
🌧️ Rainy Adventures: Embrace the beauty of Donegal even on a rainy day.
🗺️ Most Northern Point: Explore the stunning landscapes and hidden gems of northern Donegal.
❤️ Date Night in the Van: Enjoy a cozy and romantic evening in our home on wheels.
Why Donegal?
Donegal is a hidden gem with rugged coastlines, picturesque villages, and a unique charm that captivates every traveler. Despite the rainy weather, the beauty of this region shines through, making it a must-visit destination for van lifers and adventure seekers.
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0:00 - What’s Happening
0:32 - Rainy Morning
02:40 - Let's Go
03:55 -Culdaff Beach Wild Swim
06:10 - Journey North (Malin Head)
09:20 - Shephards Pie Goes Wrong
13:12 - Rosetta Stone
14:54 - Martha MOT
15:32 - Donegal is REMOTE
17:00 - Lough Salt
18:00 - Snacks & Gratfefulness
19:20 - Date Night
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We are Philly and Keely and we live full time in our tiny home on wheels Martha. After building our DIY home in a Citroen Relay camper we spent a year living on the streets of London before quitting our jobs only to be met with lockdown. Then we took our van further than she had ever been before to the very beautiful Turkey. Enroute, we stopped off in Spain for a few weeks where we experienced every van lifers worst nightmare, we were robbed and they stole all valuables in our van. But then we were back on our feet, fully MOT’d and back on the road through Europe before we experienced another vanlife nightmare... our van caught fire!! After the trauma of that we had a massive change of plan and made our way to Japan. We enjoyed a three-month Japanese Adventure and then got back to Martha for some new European Adventures. After an incredible three-month Scottish road trip, we packed up our van and headed to Australia for a new van life adventure! Here we bought and built our new van in only 30 days and then took him deep into the Australian outback and beyond!
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Thanks for watching everyone
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Hi guys, I love your videos, don't ever stop doing this, you bring so much pleasure and love into this world, I look forward to the next one ❤
Awww thanks so much Robert ❤️❤️
I live in Rio de Janeiro and used to live in Ireland back in 2004. Miss it a lot! cold, rainy and windy, but the best people on earth!
That's a big change from Ireland to Rio! I'm hope the people there are lovely too ❤️❤️
This is towards the "Get Keely To Like Broccoli" fund 😂😂😂
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😂😂😂 thanks Wagner!! 🥦🥦🥦
@@phillyandkeely Leading by example 😇
We are on Day 21 of driving the Wild Atlantic Way in our campervan from south to north; we are in County Mayo tonight. We have wild camped every night and every spot has had a water view. I’ve even been in the sea twice in amazing sheltered bays with crystal clear water. We are from Scotland and have toured a lot there, including the NC500 twice in autumn, but I think I actually prefer the WAW. The landscapes are just as good but it’s much easier to find stunning park ups and water. I can’t believe you’ve never done it when it’s right on your doorstep! 😊
Doubt you're wild camping in a van in Ireland, suggest you check out the law, ditto in Scotland.
Ireland looks amazing , we all moan about too much rain but that’s what makes places like Ireland and Scotland so beautiful. 😊 Looks nice and cosy with your new projector and snacks looked great , especially Phillys mini poos 🤣🤣xx
Morning from Aus. Northern NSW 6 ⁰ now, reaching 21⁰ by lunch. Hope you guys can feel the love from here, you make me smile from start to finish. Your deconstructed pie looked yum Keeley. I'm loving Ireland, it is so beautiful, green and lush. The drone footage is breathtaking it makes me yearn to visit Ireland, the land of my ancestors. Keep the vids coming and spreading your joy . ❤
Was just thinking it would probably be warmer than 7 degrees in Tasmania today... middle/end of June.
Cannot believe how little you showed of beautiful inishowen which has the most stunning beaches and beautiful scenery in Ireland.
From Australian Heatwave to British " Summer"....no surprise you feeling Brrrrrrr!
Other parts of u.k. been having tempts in 20's ..f few weeks .so folk either soaking it up or feeling like it's 'to much'....biggest issue is lack of rain! N there you have it all....in a day!
Love yous two in the kitchen....
....'like garlic in an open wound'😂
Ireland looks very beautiful, thank you for sharing your tour. ❤ You're right about not always appreciating what's on your doorstep, I've finally spent a week exploring the Forest of Dean, having lived across the river for years and only managing day trips before. So thankful I finally took the time to come and explore! Plus my wheelchair is great on all the cycle trails and there are loads more to do so I'll definitely have to come back.
That's great to hear it was accessible for you ❤️❤️ thanks for joining us on our little exploration if Ireland
@@phillyandkeely it's definitely making me think I'd like to do an Ireland trip, watching you guys. I'd just need to do some research about places I can visit with a wheelchair. 😃
Guys its mid winter and 8am in the morning where I am on the central coast of NSW its 12deg and I,m bloody freezing. It looks beautiful and green in Northern Ireland and those golden sandy beaches with clear blue water reminds me a bit of beaches here probably without the surf. Pretty sure that I wouldnt be swimming in those sort of temperatures at least not without a wetsuit. We just got back from a 2 month trip through central Australia towing the caravan, the temperature was a little more pleasant than when you guys were out there in dingo most days were in the mid to high 20s. Enjoy your time on the road...we certainly do.
Love you guys ! 😂👌👍 . Muff ........ Please tell me the beach says no diving !! 🤣🤣🤣 . Great video and I've sent you a wee something for some nice nosh ! Take care both of you 😁🍻👋
there is in fact a diving school and you can get the t shirts 😂😂
I swear, you two would go perfect with my wife! She jumps into any water she sees! Here in Japan, it’s supposed to be rainy season but this year the jet stream’s gone nuts. So, yesterday and today, 31 degrees but 90% humidity. Water temperature usually isn’t too bad but if it’s not 25 degrees, Japanese WON’T go in.
Wow , I have followed you two for a while now . I am always amazed by the absolutely beautiful views . now I am Scottish, so I won't complain about the rain , for in Scotland, we have the four season in a day 😆 . Ireland is absolutely beautiful guys , thank you for sharing ❤
G’day from Sth. East Queensland 🦘🦘🦘It’s 20 degrees C at dusk. Will go down to 13 later. Cloud cover is making it warmer. I would love to go to Ireland❗️💚
Wow, beautiful it’s 12° here Western Australia cold winter🇦🇺👍
The weather forecast says it's 23 centigrade here in the south of England, and I'm wearing two layers of clothing and thinking about adding a third. I get a bit hangry when I need to eat so a supply of snacks is needed through the day. I'm enjoying the Irish countryside vicariously through your video.
You are both lovely, thank you for sharing your journeys with us. Safe travels
Ireland is one of the most beautiful countries and compine with the irish people is in my heart! dreaming of being there again! meanwhile enjoy every minute!
Thanks so much Maria ❤️❤️❤️
Wow, who knew that part of Ireland looked so much like the north of Scotland. So much hair Keely!! Does Philly ever get hungry or does he just complain off camera when he is, always seems to be Keely starving!
He does get hungry, but if he's hungry then I've probably already been complaining about it for an hour 😂😂
It was 108*F in Phoenix, AZ. USA today. Our pool is a walk in bathtub, it’s a dry heat so when you get out of the water you dry off so fast you get a chill. Currently 100*F @ 7:15pm and we’re having a sandstorm. Different kind of fun weather. Love your videos, introduced to you two through Camper Vibes and lovin your vibes too. ❤
Aww thanks so much Breana ❤️ that temperature sounds brutal!
Beautiful drone footage. I want to get back to Ireland soon. The people are so friendly and welcoming. The country is breathtaking!
Aww thankyou, yeah the people are lovely
I looove those date snacks! I find the bark version to be much faster. You flatten all the dates together in a slab, smear peanut butter on it, then the melted chocolate and salt flakes 🤤
Ohhh yum, will have to try that 😍
Spent my childhood in Donegal. Now living in Australia. Love your videos. Pity you didn’t see beautiful Donegal in sunshine 🤩💖🦘🦘🦘🦘
Yeah the sunsets here are meant to be incredible but we haven't experienced that yet ❤️
Hi Philly and Keely. Wow that water looked cool. Hopefully you’ve enjoyed the three days of summer we’ve had this week 😄 Take care. Nick
Those three days of summer were spent editting sadly 😂😂 typical!
Love all your adventures. Your so much fun. Greetings from Coburg Oregon. 100% Irish . cork and Galway
Aww thanks so much Eileen ❤️❤️
It's 10 at night at the moment her in the Northern Rivers OZ, about 20 of a day time.
"Let's go for a swim but we need to get out before it rains." Great thinking guys......😅😅
😂😂 our camera would not survive being out in that rain 📷📷 sadly the weather does really impact our ability to film outside, so very grateful it was dry enough to film that day. We had spent three days inside in the rain before this just editting 😂😂
Great video guys. Last year we went to Ireland for a holiday based around the ring of Kerry. We had fantastic weather, loved it.
Thanks for sharing.
ATB to you both. Take care and stay safe.
Just stopped the vlog to say, it is 110 today in AZ! I would love some of the cool weather our way!
So mental note to self visit Arizona in winter months 😂
another brilliant video guys
Thankyou ❤️❤️
Great video guys, keep them coming 😊
Thanks Mel ❤️
Brilliant as always p&k ☘️👍👍
Thankyou ❤️❤️
6’C in Tassie this morning with a top of 10. Quite a nice day for winter 😂
Love your videos, they always put a big smile on my face. 😁
Thats a lovely winter day!
just stunning xx
Thanks Sally
You guys are the best! Love your videos ❤
Aww thankyou that's very kind
Loving your vlogs. Glen
Thanks Glen ❤️
I’m a new subscriber and you’ve quickly become my favourite channel, the humour and Keely’s laugh are fabulous .
Aww thanks so much, that's so lovely to hear ❤️❤️
Someday, someday I will make it to Ireland...so beautiful! Thx for that!
Glad you enjoyed it ❤️❤️
love it guys x
Thankyou ❤️
Love your Videos guys. Don't ever change. Xx
Thanks Stella ❤️
At the moment it’s 7 degrees with an expected top of 17 in Western Australia but to be fair it’s winter here, u guys are nuts getting into that cold ocean, good on you it’s so pretty over there…. Much love from Western Australia 🇦🇺 😘👍🏼
Thanks Michelle, that's a very mild winter to us haha
Great video lovely Ireland 😊
Thanks Christine ❤️
Very grateful for you two too! ❤❤❤x
Aww thankyou ❤️
Donegal is lovely, wet, cold but lovely (lived there for a year just below Errigal Mountain), you made hubby & I realise we too have not gone to Malin head!!! (We lived on Mizen head peninsular for several years so that was done a few times lol) - lovely to have you both (and Martha) back on your adventures
He’s been in the mid 90’s here where I live at and we also had a heat advisory all weekend! So luckily I was off all weekend and stayed in the house! Didn’t move at all til Sunday afternoon almost dinner time!
Wow, that sounds nuts, hope you had good AC inside 🙏
@@phillyandkeely we do! When it’s in the 90’s they call for a heat advisory, so I don’t go out until it cools off more! I only went out for groceries!
You two are sooo good at this, fab as always ❤
Aww thanks Claire ❤️
Guys, what a fun little vlog, i love the wild atlantic way! cheered me up on a grotty Monday evening thanks
Glad it cheered you up a little ❤️
40 degrees in Jeddah Saudi Arabia this week ☀ I'll happily swap weather with you!
Love the Ireland travels ❤🍀
Wow that's hot!!
I'm glad you took the plunge and enjoyed it. I always enjoy your happiness.
Thanks Tammy ❤️ it felt so good after 🥰🥶
That area of Ireland is definitely in my bucket list now. Excellent. Thanks
We are always adding to your list! 🤪🤪
Got to get into the water before it rains because the rain will make you wet 😅
😂😂 logic haha
Awww that was a real trip down memory lane for me, thanks for going to Culdaff and Malin head. I’ve not been in 20 years and you’ve got me itching to go back! So….what am I grateful for today? Well it has to be you guys for making me smile 😊
Awww thanks so much Abigail ❤️❤️❤️
You never regret doing things on a whim.
That’s far more apt for you two. Keep having fun and sharing it with the world.
Thanks so much Stephen ❤️❤️
Oh I love that you enjoyed a wee stay in my beautiful county....it's glorious eh? I'm keen to spend time exploring more of it having moved here to live in April this year....xx❤
Oh lovely Denise, you will enjoy exploring it for sure
"I'm grateful for you guys" says Keely.... well we're grateful for you guys too. Watching your Outback trip had to be a ball. "Camels, camels, camels" was truly memorable. But in this video it had to be the hair, the hair, the hair. Wow... Keely that is one super head of hair you have! Great videos as you two are always showing your true selves. :)
Thanks so much Jeffrey ❤️❤️ Australia was very memorable indeed
I know the feeling guys, Melbourne is pretty much the same weather but we’re in winter here. Never regret a swim guys!!!
Never ❤️❤️❤️
Bless! ❤️I’m from southern England , have travelled our coasts and wild bits …. And they are fecking gorgeous! Ireland is bestest fabulous , but weather changes …. I recon , every 90 minutes😂🤣 … and why it’s so green. And beautiful. And anciently loved. Take bikini, umbrella, wellies …. It’s worth it ! …. And P.S. it’s never grey…. For more than half an hour 😂
Gorgeous!
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Thank you
Wow, the most northern point in Ireland is so wild, it's so beautiful and so very much like southwest Tasmania. It would have to be the best to just drive somewhere like that and decide to stay the night, in your home, and watch movies on a screen while eating chocolate/peanut butter stuffed dates and chocolate strawberries. And hot chocolate. Sigh... It's averaging about 9 degrees here in the Southern Midlands of Tasmania, so am feeling it too.
And speaking of swimming: On 21st June, for the winter solstice, here in Tas (down at Sandy Bay) a record 3000 people went for the annual early morning nude swim!! So maybe you better come visit next winter. 😆
Cheers and looking forward to your next video.
That sounds amazing!! Early morning nide swim 😍 yeah it was very Tasmania, we said that to ourselves a few times
@@phillyandkeely ♥
Here sifting through what going to watch,and delighted to see your post. Off to watch,have given up a good few channels for now,but alas,you two crack me up. Off to watch.
Awe that was such a sweet video,can I say fantastic drone footage,yet again.
Well done on the swim. Loving the date night,even having dates to eat ha ha. Thanks for sharing,bless you both.
Thanks for sharing Lorraine ❤️ appreciate we still make the cut of what to watch
@@phillyandkeely Bless you both.
Wow this trip was beautiful and wet like Tassie eh! Cheers Judy qld
Thanks Judy ❤️ very like Tasmania
*I do enjoy watching both of you.* I find myself smiling (a rare thing,) you both are so full of life❤❤ Best to you, my new friends. The most northern part of Ireland is *bea❤tiful!*
Awww thankyou so much Dudley, so glad we manage to get a smile from you ❤️❤️ they are good for the soul
From Northern Canada. == As always you brighten this elders day.
Thankyou ❤️❤️❤️
Hi ya Philly and Keely water temp today is about 21DegC and we’re in Winter 🥶.🤩.Looks pretty good. Take care and safe cheers from Australia 🇦🇺🚐🧁🥦❤️Broccoli
Thanks Barry ❤️❤️🥦🥦 Honestly missing Australia so much
Hi guys I saw one off your beach bags with a young girl on Horseshoe Beach Magnetic Island yesterday I didn’t get to speak to her so I can’t give you her name just thought I would let you know that you’re Merch is out there. There is one thing I will regret for the rest of my life and that is I didn’t get to travel over to your beautiful part of the world. Thank you very much for letting me see the beauty through your eyes. Lots of Love and prayers 😊🏝🦋💖🦮🙏🏻 Safe Travels
Awww that's so cool 😍😍 thanks so much for sharing with us Joy ❤️❤️
It’s 6am and 8 degrees here in wintery Melbourne Australia.
That little town looks so lovely.
I miss visiting Ireland. A favorite place.
Aww so lovely that it's your favourite place ❤️❤️
Don’t think I’ve watched one of your videos and not smiled or laughed, love you guys:)
Aww thanks Charlie ❤️
I literally just bought that exact projector for my van too😂 Can’t wait til my vans completely finished and I can start travelling and using it. I’m in Scotland, maybe we’ll bump into each other one day😁
Yesss hope you love it, such a good projector!
Great episode guys. Braving the weather and taking that chilly dip. Question. What’s the significance of the 80 Eire shown on the drone footage?
Loved this video but I'm so sad that I missed u guys cos I'll be heading there on Fri as we have a holiday home in a wee place called Gleneely just five or ten mons from Culdaff, Inishowen is a beautiful part of Donegal n my fav, u shud try Kinnegoe Bay, Shrove n Tremone beaches which are all around the same area, I'm so gutted I missed yus by a few days I'd loved to have met u both as I'm a big fan, hope u loved Inishowen as much as we do, take care guys n good luck❤❤❤❤
Guys My son and his partner have just spent time in your beautiful country. (They fell in love with it by the way). My son kept messaging me 'Mum I could live here , it's so beautiful but coming from Australia they also couldn't get over how cold your summer was. They left Ireland 2 days ago and flew to Greece to attend a friend's wedding. Would you believe they arrived to a heatwave the temperature has ranged between 35 and 40 degrees. They are now wishing for your Irish Summer back lol. Loved your video and yes, we never truly appreciate what we have in our own back yard. Love that you are showing us some of your beautiful country now. Sharon from Australia. Xx
Thanks so much Sharon, glad to hear your son is enjoying it! Greece sounds very hot!
😂 I’ve just watched you guys as I’m sitting outside of our caravan in sunny York where it’s 25 degrees the scenery is so very beautiful where you are thanks guys
Awww lovely, enjoy the sunshine!
Beautiful ❤️
Thanks Barbara
My go to places ❤❤❤❤❤ love the WAW 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
🌧️❤️ very wild indeed 🥰
Guys, I am in SW Scotland and we get the same weather as NI. And this is the most miserable summer I have ever known. I have my self built camper and my hubby not interested in going away, and I haven't been using it to its full potential. I decided this summer I was going to spend a lot of time on the SW 300, it is on my doorstep, but the bloody weather guys. 😒.Anyway I was up the Galloway hills at the weekend as that is only 30 mins away. that is where I usually end up. I love it. My pal has just bought a motorhome so planning going away more often . Love your videos. Michelle x. p.s. I bought more crocs 😂😂❤
It’s 110 in Palm Springs California! Love your videos🎉
Oh wow, super warm there! We would love to come visit USA some day soon ❤️❤️
As a passionate knitter, seeing the 🐑 just made me smile so much 😊
It’s sad to see how the weather seems weird all over the planet 🌎
Where I live, beginning of June is usually low 20’s. Instead we had a 5 days heatwave of 33-38 degrees and 43-48 degrees with humidex😢
Yeah everywhere is just a more extreme version of itself, Ireland has had a very wet year, so wet that farmers haven't been able to plant spring potatoes!
Thanks guys your the best.(Huge sigh) It's been 36years and you took me straight back there and it's breathtaking beauty. It's your version of Tassie.
Thanks Monique, yeah it really is ❤️❤️
MUFF!!! My brother has a house in Moville right on Lough Foyle. Black Paddy was there recently! And Malin Head / you have to stop in at Doc’s!
Lough foyle is beautiful area ❤️
Loved it, thanks. 👋🇬🇧🇪🇺🇺🇦🇨🇮
Thanks Geoff ❤️
I live in West Palm Beach, Florida. It is mid 90° Fahrenheit, with a real feel of over 100°!
Oh my!! That sounds brutal. What is the weather like in autumn there? We are considering an America trip and trying to think when weather is optimal on which states
Ireland looks beautiful, l would love to visit. Xx
Thanks Donna ❤️
Is there a diving club in Muff ?
Love watching your travels. It's so hot here in TX, USA. 93 F today but has been 100 F with heat index of 117 F.😮
Oh my, that's very hot. When do you think would be the best time of year to visit Texas? We are hoping to do an America trip Some day ❤️
@@phillyandkeely I personally like November through April. The weather is easier to handle. Spring is wonderful we have some great wild flowers and the wildlife is still out and about.
Keely, Always bend your fingers in towards the veg and run knife along bent knuckle.( finger tips are always protected that way) You will never cut yourself again.
But use a bigger knife :)
Good advice about fingers 💪I wouldn't usually chop stuff with that bread knife but we realised we left our vegetable one at my parents 😂😂
It’s -1.5C here in the Southern Highlands of NSW right now…it’ll warm up to 13C 😁
Wow that's nippy!!
@@phillyandkeely next Tuesday the high will be 9C 😁
Well back here in Melbourne we are witnessing 3° nights and a few 12° days!!
Missing Melbourne loads ❤️ the coffee is just crap everywhere else now, it spoilt us 😂
Martha's in Muff ... Camper vibes Louise would love that quip 😂
Philly made alot of muff jokes, i cut them all out 😂 (we are a family friendly channel after all hahaha)! Louise loves an innuendo, she would have had a right giggle.
At least it made me look on Google maps just incase I wanted to see muff in Ireland 😎 (ok I'll stop now)
It’s 32 degrees in Darwin Australia you are brave I hate cold water with a passion ❤😂. Love the cooking bit 😊
Thanks Stella ❤️❤️ cold water feels terrible at the time, but brilliant after haha
11 degrees winter in NZ while I am watching...
We've got a top of 12° in Tasmania today ! warmest day this week 😂
Yeah I reckon Tasmania has weather similar to Ireland 🌧️
Interesting episode of vanlife
Thanks Charlene ❤️
Thanks Charlene ❤️
Your banter's so funny. Cooking with Keely - cuts, burns, mental breakdowns and 2 hours later, "I don't even like broccoli!"
😂😂 thanks Lottie
Dear dear friends don't complain about your weather, we are burning in Greece, I am Just soo jealous of all the wonderfully green grass.
If we didn't have to do our jobs, we'd be following you on the waw 😂! So be thankful we have jobs. Lots of love from Bangor 😘
Swimming in that, you must be mad ! 🥶
We definitely are 😂🥶🥶
It’s winter in Brisbane. Top temp of 24c. Water temp 22c. lol. You can keep that swim 😂🥶 Well done!
😂🥶 it was very cold haha your weather sounds lovely!
We live in South Africa. Our temperature is 17 degrees
I live in California now near Yosemite, it’s 35C and I haven’t seen a drop of rain in months. The weather is not something I miss about living in the UK. But I wouldn’t oppose a bit of rain right now.