We have called this post “The Adventure Begins” although it was also going to be called “The Next Chapter” or “Bon Voyage”, however privately we’re just calling it “Yay!”. We’re still currently operating WR/D rules, for those of you following the story, but we now have the freedom to explore and travel more.
Unfortunately WR/D has inadvertently forced our Spring/Summer campervan into a Winter van, which is something we did not plan for. Now I’m not going to say our thermal insulation is unbelievably amazing but I did challenge myself to a sleepover in the van a few days ago at -3 °C temperatures and was snuggled quite comfortably in my sleeping bag. Let’s quantify this as “achievable but not desirable” so we will probably book a dog friendly hotel/apartment for a short time until temperatures rise a little.
Just a reminder that from this point forward we no longer have super fast broadband connectivity and it may therefore take us a little longer to reply to emails or posts. In fact when travelling we may actually have zero internet connectivity, but rest assured we will reply to all emails or questions when time and technology permit.
With only a handful of working days left for me, Annette’s already retired, we need to start planning the UK leg of the tour. Possibly head south where it may be a little warmer but we’ll check the weather forecasts first. As the weather gets warmer we can venture further north and even explore the North Coast 500 route.
We are still arranging, rearranging and moving stuff around in the van as we get more used to it in a real world situation but that’s all part of the fun.
Yay indeed Babes 🙂 We put a heck of a lot of hard work into getting to this point and now is the time to reap the rewards on our new adventure.
It is good to see that Treacle seems to be adapting to most of the changes and she is definitely enjoying meeting new people even in the midst of a fire evacuation at the very friendly doggie hotel 😉
You are now there yay. Have the most amazing adventure you both deserve such happiness enjoy love Mel and Dave xx
Thanks very much Hun and thank you for all your support over the years. I hope you and Dave have a lovely relaxing Christmas – you both need the rest as you’ve been working so hard. Enjoy the break xx
So exciting for you both. I certainly look forward to the day our travels cross eachother on the road!
Very best wishes to you both and Treacle wherever your travels take you. We are sure you will have a whale of a time exploring far and wide. Safe and happy travels. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from both of us.
Many thanks for all your useful stop-over websites Glynis and best wishes to all the family for Christmas.
You are very welcome Stephen. Hope they come in handy. xxx
You’ll be star trekking’ across the universe before you know it. But watch out for Klingons on the starboard bow.
Gotta keep the Klingons under control or it could get messy!
All the best for your travels Stephen ,Annette and Treacle
Have a wonderful Christmas and look forward to hearing about your new adventures
Lots of Love Aunty Annie and Uncle Micky 😘🤗❤️🍸🍾🎄🎁🎈🥳🎊🎉🤗❤️😘💐
Thanks Aunty Annie and Uncle Micky hope you have a lovely Christmas too.
We’ll keep you updated of our adventures and hope to see you in 2023 ♥️😘 xx
Merry Christmas! 🎄 We look forward to seeing you in Paris / Basel when you pass through…
Splendor & Magda
Merry Christmas to you both, we’ll certainly be passing through at some point and would love to see you both again and catch up.
Well here goes, all the very best for your new year and new adventure.
Many thanks Andy, we’ll keep the blog going so people can stay up to date with what’s happening.