Stalked in Spain: Solo Female Van Life Nightmare!

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  • @TheCuriousCollective_Official
    @TheCuriousCollective_Official  24 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Would you have done anything differently?

    • @Jensen_Denmark
      @Jensen_Denmark 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You made the right decision

  • @69spook
    @69spook 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +12

    I'm a bloke & watching that bloke popping around the corner & disappearing again made me feel creepy too.....😮

  • @joline2730
    @joline2730 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +12

    I've said before: please only say where you have BEEN and not where you are going to be ... in case anyone is hoping to stalk you. In other words post your vids once you have moved on ... Very glad you were being vigilant of what's going on around you - keep safe. Keep in close contact with family also 👍👍💯💯
    Very worrying, glad you found a safe campsite, there is safety in numbers, remember that. Scream your head off if attacked, use horn to signal S-O-S if possible. Correct thing to notify the Polis 👍 G-Translate is perfect for important conversations, hope it worked for you.
    STAY SAFE out there and enjoy the sun 😊

    • @TheCuriousCollective_Official
      @TheCuriousCollective_Official  23 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      This all happened a couple of weeks ago now.

    • @joline2730
      @joline2730 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @CuriousAboutAdventure glad to hear it 👍👍

  • @MrTyger11
    @MrTyger11 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    We are glad you are safe. You handled that situation well. Chances are he was an oddball rather than a danger, but it's better to be safe. Don't let one bad experience spoil a fantastic trip. Stay safe and enjoy 😊

    • @TheCuriousCollective_Official
      @TheCuriousCollective_Official  21 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Yes, that’s what I think too. He had an oddball vibe to him rather than a malicious vibe. I think I just got in my own head about it.

  • @rawaxis
    @rawaxis 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I'm really sorry you had to go through that, what a weirdo. Good you reported him and you did the right thing to move on quickly. Stay safe always

  • @SparklingMyLife
    @SparklingMyLife 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    I'm so sorry this happened! I went through something like this so I understand you fear. You were brave to go to the police! They should have filed the complaint. It's good that you can go to a new city if you want. Safe travels!

  • @deano70md
    @deano70md 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Hello again Carly .. firstly i am so glad to see how quickly your subscribers are growing.. think i was about number 300 or thereabouts..
    Love watching you & bailey on your adventures .
    As for your experience with the guy it's very difficult to know if this guy was going to be a threat or not .. but you used your intuition and probably did the right thing.. i know how positive you are and it wont put you off ❤
    Even as a guy in his early 50s who wants to do what you do i know i will have to be vigilant and i guess that's a learning process .
    Really proud of you 😊

  • @The-Good-Life-Off-Grid
    @The-Good-Life-Off-Grid 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    I’ve noticed there’s an awful lot of creepy people about. I’ve also noticed a lot more dogging sites about let’s go with your gut instinct, and if it don’t feel right, just move away as far as you can go maybe worth getting some plastic tubs so you can put your food in if you have to move quick and seal it. Take care now 😊

    • @TheCuriousCollective_Official
      @TheCuriousCollective_Official  21 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Since this happended, quite a few people have told me that dogging is very popular in Spain. A few others have had similar encounters and moved on accordingly.

    • @nicoller4042
      @nicoller4042 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Well, that can say a lot about the people. Insanity and degradation.

  • @garybarnett3172
    @garybarnett3172 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Well done, good decision. Please keep safe, and thank you for putting this on park4Night you Legend 👍 🙏

    • @TheCuriousCollective_Official
      @TheCuriousCollective_Official  21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      They have taken the picture down on park4night now. I’m not sure why, I think it could have helped others to be wary. The review is still there though

  • @ShaliDino
    @ShaliDino 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So lovely to meet you today Carly and Bailey ❤ Safe travels and hope to see you in Morocco one day!

  • @user-Tortured-soul
    @user-Tortured-soul 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Well done for listening to your gut, never ignore it.❤ That creep would have wriggled his way out if you had called the Police. You did the right thing leaving. I would leave Spain pronto!

  • @porscheminormechanicsrando8394
    @porscheminormechanicsrando8394 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    Wise decision. It’s not something that happens all the time. It’s important you don’t dwell on it. Tomorrow is a new day.

    • @TheCuriousCollective_Official
      @TheCuriousCollective_Official  23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Very true. The worst in humanity also brings out the best. The people at that campsite couldn’t have looked after me better.

    • @martinwade6558
      @martinwade6558 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      You are a brave lady. Sorry there are weirdos out there to make life uncomfortable for you. I really enjoy van life videos as we live in Spain. Seriously considering going on the road when we sell our house in spain.good luck and stay safe.

  • @shirleymurray2232
    @shirleymurray2232 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Good girl. You risk-assessed and made the right decision. Stay safe out there gorgeous girl! Love from two elderly, irish campervanners ❤

  • @AndrewReed-x8f
    @AndrewReed-x8f 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Oh my goodness! You definitely done the right thing and like some others commented , best not to say where you’re going, only say it afterwards, hope it doesn’t spoil your adventures too much, stay safe and take care ❤️

  • @RiskyChip
    @RiskyChip 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I’m not sure how I’d have dealt with that! Brandy definitely but the fact you didn’t swear once…. Very impressed

  • @nicoller4042
    @nicoller4042 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    It happened to me too, in another country. Creeps are everywhere. It's super disturbing and scary as these kinds of creatures are certainly insane and you never know what they would do. The fact he knew you saw him and kept looking and standing there is even worst. The one who was watching me left when I pulled my curtains, but he was there for hours till I noticed he was actually watching me. Absolutely creepy. Next morning he was there again. I woke up and he was there in his car. I left and stood behind him took a picture of his plate. Good that you are alert and yes, calling police while it's happening is a very good idea. Spain is a weird county. I lived there 4 years, was robbed countless of times, police never did anything. They allow crimes there, it's clear. They encourage crimes. Get out of this focked county. Yes, some coasts are beautiful, but lots of weirdness in people. I am now in Greece with my motorhome. The weather is amazing and there are no creeps. 2 months here, super safe and a breathtaking beauty. Just a suggestion. 😊

    • @The-Good-Life-Off-Grid
      @The-Good-Life-Off-Grid 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Sounds like he was looking for doggy. There are more sex parking places around now. Not good 😢

    • @TheCuriousCollective_Official
      @TheCuriousCollective_Official  21 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Oh I love Greece. Do you come across many other solo travellers there?
      One thing I have noticed in Spain, is solo travel is unusual. Most people are surprised I am alone when I rock up to campsites etc.
      I didn’t expect it. I wonder if that’s unique to Spain or just the time of year.

    • @nicoller4042
      @nicoller4042 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@The-Good-Life-Off-Grid you mean parkings with prostitutes hanging around? In that case they'll be outside making themselves seen and available, not sitting inside a motorhome? No, that was a creep watching a woman.

    • @nicoller4042
      @nicoller4042 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@TheCuriousCollective_Official yes, I saw some solo travelers. No one cares. It's not strange. I saw some group of solo women who met through Facebook or some such and now travel together as a pack. Not my thing but if someone needs company can find. I like my solitude, but like to have people around, my neighbors now told me they just came from Spain and it was very crowded with campers. I never considered going there, although I have friends and would be cool, but the crime I endured and witnessed...a big no 😁 (btw my friend and her brother were brutally beaten for no reason coming home at night in Barcelona , by police!! And that happens a lot there. Crazy country really.

    • @nicoller4042
      @nicoller4042 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@TheCuriousCollective_Official also - almost all these videos of vans broken into are in Spain - and boy why am I not surprised 🤣
      Yes - Greece is just Wonderful 🥰

  • @barbhenderson4867
    @barbhenderson4867 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hope you are ok?? Keep vigilante and safe, I love your little dog ❤

  • @roland9423
    @roland9423 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Very well handled! It's good to have a back up plan to move to :) best regards.R.

  • @sjtafl
    @sjtafl 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I'm so sorry this happened to you. I got my daughter a really powerful personal alarm and I might get her a good spotlight even to shine on things/people during the day if they look suspicious. I hope this doesn't put you off good luck with your travels

  • @1049Phil
    @1049Phil 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Glad you're ok Carly and little Bailey safe from her 'acrobatics' bless.... you did absolutely the right thing, very vigilant, sadly a necessity for women travelling alone... great you have the famalam keeping an eye out for you too ... loving your journey and Baileys too , oh so cute 🤗...look after each other and stay safe 🙏

  • @mabelsmay
    @mabelsmay 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    It totally SUX dosnt it when we as women have to be afraid of things most men wouldnt even give a second thought to! I was followed in broad daylight on a cycle track by a river. It was terrifying and it almost put me off doing things alone. BUT, I decided No way was any male going to scare me into giving up the things I love to do!! Keep your chin up, stay safe, youve got this!

  • @Scud_and_thesTig
    @Scud_and_thesTig 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Well done. You made all the right moves to make yourself feel secure. Yes, you figured out that calling the police might have been better too, but that is a hindsight view.
    Most importantly, you are rightly not letting it affect your plans.
    Good video 👌💙❤️

  • @paulrichards2638
    @paulrichards2638 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Loving the videos and Bailey. A tip I often give lone girl travellers, get an old pair of mens boots, and leave them by the door or on the dash, to repel the weirdos.

  • @PaulMoulds
    @PaulMoulds 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    You did the right thing I think. I hope this doesn’t spoil your adventure too much. It’s such a shame though isn’t, all the people you’ve met on your travels in this one’s ruined it. I think the police in the UK would have taken it much more seriously. Let’s hope the next video’s a much happier one all the best to you 👍🏻

    • @TheCuriousCollective_Official
      @TheCuriousCollective_Official  23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      It was only a minor event in this trip as a whole. Sometimes things like this bring out the best in humanity too. Everyone at that campsite and many people since have been really great at looking after me.

  • @deesmith7880
    @deesmith7880 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    What a creep! I would have swiftly left the location, too. It’s so unfair that this happens to women so often. You did all the right things.

  • @KavanOBrien
    @KavanOBrien 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Unbelievable that you have to deal with all of that nonsense, bloody hell you just want to enjoy yourself without feeling uncomfortable , unfortunately one tends to get not nice people everywhere which doesn’t make life easy , take care you .

  • @petergray862
    @petergray862 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    There's a camp site in le pinnet? Just as you come into la marina old town lovely beaches for you to walk along. There's another one at Iceland you will find it at the far end off la marina as you are leaving also be has washing machines there you also have Lidl alda? Lots of other shops hopefully this helps you a bit

  • @AmyAllen-b9r
    @AmyAllen-b9r 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Stay safe Carly, very scary ❤

  • @deanomalley8728
    @deanomalley8728 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hi
    Love your videos, glad you got somewhere safe after that weirdo scared you.
    Just a tip for you that I told my daughters get a small empty moisturiser bottle or something and fill it with chilli water or chilli sauce and keep it near your door
    for protection if needed

  • @RodgerMoore-m3r
    @RodgerMoore-m3r 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I was once on a bus with my girlfriend from Herakleion to Elounda on Crete , sat there with the goats and chicken's a lad passed a note down the passengers to my girlfriend, she asked me what to do , I said well he definitely doesn't fancy me 😁😎 ps: we live in Málaga and also have a Bailey his name is Leon "lion" we carry him in a old shopping bag for restaurant's and shops.

  • @truth3358
    @truth3358 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Don’t let that upset you keep your chin up 🙏

  • @campingbikertravels1769
    @campingbikertravels1769 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You did the right thing 👍🏻

  • @Robbie-bp3mg
    @Robbie-bp3mg 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Wow, just watching this, be careful!

  • @Linda5-i6b
    @Linda5-i6b 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Makes me really angry we women need to be scared of men always. Traveled solo for decades and it was always men freaking me out. Always. It was never a woman or an animal. I'm really fed up to see this. Don't get me wrong, I love men but the fear is always about creepy men. Learning now Krav Maga and I can just recommend to any woman to learn this exact type of self-defense. It's the best.

  • @zazzoomedia
    @zazzoomedia 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    so sorry you had to go through that. But its a learning experience. The campsite you went to was proper gated and had security staff. I wonder if that says something about the area. take care

    • @TheCuriousCollective_Official
      @TheCuriousCollective_Official  23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Possibly. One person at the campsite mentioned there are some oddballs about.

    • @zazzoomedia
      @zazzoomedia 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@TheCuriousCollective_Official tbh - he was probably waiting for you to go off somewhere so he could try and steal from the van. Could be worth some sort of alarm fitting to detect smashed windows.

  • @tamaramadelin4831
    @tamaramadelin4831 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I rely on intuition and I'd do exactly what you did...Move on! Phew, glad you didn't find out how creepy he is!!!

  • @kitchenworker446
    @kitchenworker446 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Oof! what is wrong with men like this? As a female I am finding that I have to be sooo self aware, take extra precautions when going out alone, never walk anywhere at night, change my journeys, inform family and friends where i will be and where I am travelling to - recently I had to start drivig to work (even though where I work is a five minute walk) because I start work at 5a.m and was walking there until I was followed by a creepy man. I don' think many men realise just how much women have to put up with.

  • @lhollybow
    @lhollybow 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    You need to manifest how to pronounce names of places - it's easy as they have written them in English letters to help with the enunciation. ie: Elmira is el my rah.

  • @Warnz60
    @Warnz60 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Glad you moved on. I watch Eva Zu Beck and she has had serious stalkers. Seems to be a few more around recently. She has struggled with it.

  • @Zalley
    @Zalley 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I recently read a newspaper article that stalking is very common for women doing the Camino de Santiago. You’re not near that? But maybe its common in other parts of Spain too.

    • @TheCuriousCollective_Official
      @TheCuriousCollective_Official  21 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      No, it wasn’t near there but I have since heard that there are a lot of dogging places on the coast so he could have been looking for that sort of thing

  • @chrishemsworth8948
    @chrishemsworth8948 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Trust your instincts ❤

  • @DarkHorseDaze
    @DarkHorseDaze 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    @CuriousAboutAdventure
    Carly...As someone else has said "Do not tell 'us' where you are at the time you're there" and don't tell us your exact destination. Post your videos when you've left an area. There are too many weirdo's in the world! Also, be vigilant of thieves along the coastline of Spain. Hopefully there won't be many about in the off-season but just be aware. Unfortunately, I was robbed three times by their distraction techniques, despite being careful.
    You did the right thing by contacting your family immediately and filming him... because if anything did happen, they'd know where to find you and also have evidence on your phone.
    Take care and enjoy your onward journey 😎🐕🤗

  • @kristerhegsund5752
    @kristerhegsund5752 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Good job.

  • @darenfox4882
    @darenfox4882 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Good decision hope you are safe just move on a bit love your videos

  • @qualityswisswatches1
    @qualityswisswatches1 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    im watchig you too.. he just wants to grass you up..

  • @leeyoung9469
    @leeyoung9469 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Goodness get off to a safe place.

  • @DjKayD
    @DjKayD 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I would also get paranoid, but it's probably just a bored curious business owner handing out flyers or something. He might be thinking whats that odd van doing parking outside. But you did the right thing following your instincts if he was causing alarm.

  • @oscarsantas6528
    @oscarsantas6528 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    A ver amiga...lo primero que tienes que hacer es ir a la policía nacional o guardia civil y denunciar a los policías locales por denegación de auxilio, no ha pasado nada pero pudo pasar¡¡¡¡. y por favor para todos los ingleses que vienen a España aprendan un poco de español aunque sea lo básico...porque no sé , pero nos hablan inglés como si tuviéramos que saberlo .

  • @mk1photography62
    @mk1photography62 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    So sad he looked creepy and watching you so horrible. Shame I am not there I used to be a boxer😊keep safe

    • @TheCuriousCollective_Official
      @TheCuriousCollective_Official  23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      it is the risk I take travelling alone as a female. I take precautions accordingly as it wouldn’t have happened if I had someone with me or if I was male. It’s just one of those things. I’m all good, this all happended a couple of weeks ago now.

  • @markfoster3421
    @markfoster3421 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Get yourself a cattle prod!

  • @VickiBrowne-yk4co
    @VickiBrowne-yk4co 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Yes...I don't like Spain one bit !...any other place is better !

  • @BTNomad
    @BTNomad 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Another way to handle this situation is to blatantly film him stalking you. He thinks he’s invisible. Show him he’s not. Do a TH-cam Live, or Facebook Live and walk directly at him, with the camera pointed at him. Talk out loudly and state that you’re doing a live transmission and that his face all over the internet as a stalker. It’s scary, but it’s one way to stop him. Prove to him he’s anything but invisible. Plus, you’ll have recorded imagery that clearly shows his face, how tall he is, what he’s wearing, including his shoes, what he’s carrying, etc.

    • @TheCuriousCollective_Official
      @TheCuriousCollective_Official  23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Yes, that is something else that crossed my mind after it happened actually. I probably still would have moved on, but I wouldn't have hurt to have made it obvious that I was recording him

    • @BTNomad
      @BTNomad 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @ , yep. Always a good idea to move as soon as you realize you’re being tailed. Too bad that a$$hole had to ruin something so neat. I love the adventure you’re on. 🥰

  • @michaelcubbage3756
    @michaelcubbage3756 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    All the the things that happened to you, you solved correctly, and in the correct order. But what you do not realise is that the solution was a 'Manifistation'... Your brother found the correct campsite where you felt safe....? so you could relax, and get back to your normal self....Therefore there maybe a Spirit looking over you???

    • @michaelcubbage3756
      @michaelcubbage3756 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Remember you have been Manifistating....talking to the Universe (Spirits) ..... maybe they are listening to you, and answering.???

    • @TheCuriousCollective_Official
      @TheCuriousCollective_Official  23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Everything happens for a reason. My Mum is in spirit and a sign I get from her regularly is sunflowers. There was a sunflower on the desk at reception on that campsite.

    • @michaelcubbage3756
      @michaelcubbage3756 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Wow!!!

  • @tinawise168
    @tinawise168 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    They dont like motor homes in spain, maybe he was keeping an eye you,to see if you are staying or going

  • @ut561
    @ut561 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    see now a man would have walked over and talked to him, but I can understand your situation.

    • @TheCuriousCollective_Official
      @TheCuriousCollective_Official  23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Very true. It was still daylight with people around so I could have done that.

    • @practicallyperfect2941
      @practicallyperfect2941 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Thats because a man wouldn’t worry as much about being attacked by him whereas most women know that a man can easily overpower them, either then or later, and engaging with them could put them in more danger!

  • @KewiCampervan
    @KewiCampervan 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I think you’ve over thought it tbh, he was probably interested in the English plate, just a nosey man! Good thing is you,ve got wheels just move and move on in your head.

  • @paulo4269
    @paulo4269 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    sorry that's ridiculous.are you paranoid?a guy who looks around corner?

  • @AmyAllen-b9r
    @AmyAllen-b9r 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Stay safe Carly, very scary ❤

  • @AmyAllen-b9r
    @AmyAllen-b9r 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Stay safe Carly, very scary ❤

  • @AmyAllen-b9r
    @AmyAllen-b9r 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Stay safe Carly, very scary ❤