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    The Chateau Diaries Episode 345 ✨🏰✨
    Escape to the chateau with 'The Chateau Diaries' 🏰
    This channel follows the adventures of chatelaine Stephanie in her French 16th century home, the Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France ❤️
    We share our life in this ancient chateau in the heart of the French countryside, and show you the diy, renovations, crafts, cooking and gardening that are needed to bring a home like this to life!
    A very special thank you to all of you who have become Patrons of the Chateau de Lalande. You have made The Chateau Diaries one of the top 400 Patreon accounts in the world, and have transformed not only our lives here, but the future of this beautiful chateau! I'm overwhelmed by your kindness and generosity. On behalf of this beautiful chateau that will continue to survive and flourish because of you, thank you!!!
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Komentáře • 559

  • @IRSA1
    @IRSA1 Před rokem +283

    The best thing about you, Stephanie, is that you have kept a child like sense of wonder, wherever you go and whatever you do - and that it is contagious…

    • @carolweaver3269
      @carolweaver3269 Před rokem +5

      @@nicoeeek.7181 Mummy is the exact same way most all of the time. They seem to have a smaile and alswayssay the correct things. Vivienne is like this too. It is easy to lose that when we age and that is not good. Ifwe can "look orward" to things . Not needing to look back, but have things to be thankful for and looking foward, is part of the reason we can show feel happiness at all!. We can lose it so easily ,as we are often in pain and grow older and life changes. Stephanies mom and dad were both Psychology nurses for pts with Arteriosclerosis/. Alzheimers. This has helped ,she and her brother ,to have a much brighter outlook in life. Some has to be inborn though too. I think this all helps if working together for a certain length of time. . Being able to enjoy life and have fun and feel loved is very important. Some peole can look happyand seem happy and show it on their faces even when miserable. We all have days iin lie tht are hard and must have let down moments. ll thigns are not perfect all the time, of course. We are all human. That is normal . Knowing you are helping others in some way. It all brings more of this attitude out of people. Many struggle , worry, are ill, and just do not see a miracle in life everyday and when you do not see this anymore, that can cause one to not be so happy to become depressed or worse. . We all neeed to draw close to those who are filled with that spirit of joy as we all want to feel some of it in order to grow more that way! But at the same time not to drain the people who have such energy, as they use alot and show it and use it just to help us smile, or get this feeling of having the same aiblity as they do to do fun thignss and not be stagnent. Life is tough otherwise. With all Stephanie and her friends and family do, helps us hopefully feel we can have a litle bit of the joy they do have aleady.Vlogs take time and are not so easy to make. * I have not done it, but can imagine*

    • @aryafaaz9345
      @aryafaaz9345 Před rokem +6

      Wow ❣️❣️❣️❣️ All 4 of you here explained this so well ~♡
      { THE STEPHANIE SIZZLING SPARKLE
      ❤️‍🔥💫 🌟✨️⚡️}
      Across the glass screen ... Around the world ...she infects us with her zest for life & she heals us with her love for life 💖

    • @breakfastattiffanys741
      @breakfastattiffanys741 Před rokem +4

      It's because she didn't have children steal her light 😂

    • @rochellezimmerbishop4681
      @rochellezimmerbishop4681 Před rokem +2

      @@breakfastattiffanys741 That's certainly part of it!

  • @judymossip7446
    @judymossip7446 Před rokem +129

    I love Isabel’s answer to Stephanie when she told her that nothing was new to Mummy because she had ridden a camel before … “At my age, I hope not or I haven’t lived.” You go Isabel and Percy!!! What fun you two brave seniors are. I am not even sure one should call you “seniors” with your energy and bravery 💗

  • @Rebecca.Daydream
    @Rebecca.Daydream Před rokem +26

    Mummy’s tiny “and we will never see them again” 😂😂😂 hahahaaaaaaaa

    • @AvaT42
      @AvaT42 Před rokem +3

      That made me laugh too 😂

  • @paivitiitta1884
    @paivitiitta1884 Před rokem +61

    One reason I admire Stephanie is that she never says no to an adventure, she never has cold feet ! She's so brave , always !

  • @rayn8740
    @rayn8740 Před rokem +25

    "Was permission granted?"
    Isabelle doesn't let anything go unsaid. LOL!

  • @goldenineke
    @goldenineke Před rokem +107

    What a privilege to have an Egyptian adventure escorted by Curtis.

  • @carolehanrahan
    @carolehanrahan Před rokem +133

    That was amazing! Seriously, Curtis showed you all Egypt in a way that no one else could or would have. When you got to crouch down and scurry inside of a tomb with bats I was so jealous. Every single part of your adventure was like a dream come true. I travelled every bit of it vicariously though you all. Thank you.

    • @boessheila50
      @boessheila50 Před rokem

      I could not crawl around in there. Too clostrophobic. I was in CAIRO Egypt also 2011. Stayed at Giza 2 days. Saw. Pyramids. Sphynix, the old museum of KING TUT, THE DUMP CHURCH(AMAZING) ANOTHER CHURCH WHERE THERE WAS A FIRE LAST YR. THEN GOT ON A BUS AND TRAVELLED THRU DESERT(awesome THRU SUEZ CANAL TO MT SAINI. 20ppl CLIMBED,(not 1 with injured knee) STAYED ST A SHADY MOTEL IN Siani , got to a port to sail over the RED SEA TO JORDAN. We did a perfume factory also 175.00 USD (I GOT RIPPED FOR 50$) I'd never go back to CAIRO. BUT. ASSWAN...YES. THANK U FOR THE LOVELY TOUR STEPHANIE💗

  • @jomcgee6094
    @jomcgee6094 Před rokem +24

    No better guide than Curtis, he is so studied and such a wonderful man!!! You are a lucky group to have his company in such a beautiful place 💕 Travel on....

  • @bfrommars
    @bfrommars Před rokem +61

    So much to take in, I went to Egypt in 2000 and stayed in a hostel in Cairo, We were a 5-minute walk from the Nile, the Museum, and the Hilton hotel. The museum was full of giant columns and carts from the tombs. boxes everywhere and no one stopped you from touching them until you came to Tutankhamun's body. A whole room was full of the trinkets that were found between his bandages and it was all low light so as not to damage them. After that, we were ushered quietly into the room containing his mummy with a golden mask, etc, I can not describe the feeling of seeing that for myself, it was like I had been transported back in time. It cost 25 Egyptian pounds to hire a taxi for the day to take us to Giza and the Sphinx etc. It was mind-blowing. we then traveled across the desert on a coach for 9 hours to a place called Nuweiba. For the entire journey, we sat under the speakers and the Koram was read out very loudly. I saw herds of wild camels. Once we got to Nuweiba we slept on the beach and swam with a wild dolphin that the local Bedouin villagers had adopted. I will never forget the experience.

    • @trinitystarclararose7118
      @trinitystarclararose7118 Před rokem +15

      Wow, sounds like an epic experience as Stephanie would say. Thank you for sharing that.

    • @ritasengupta9611
      @ritasengupta9611 Před rokem +7

      I was also transported to a different era driving through the desert and visiting the ancient tombs in the Valley of the Kings. An experience I won’t forget.

    • @zanbudd
      @zanbudd Před rokem +3

      I enjoyed your story so much! Thank you for sharing 🦋🙏🏼🌴

    • @user-fj1po6hq2l
      @user-fj1po6hq2l Před rokem

      T. M. I sorry 😣

  • @endeavouringit
    @endeavouringit Před rokem +10

    I'm in love with Curtis, I loved his long hair, but he is still stunningly good looking, the way he speaks & voice, his knowledge, calmness, and beautiful smile, just love him.

  • @patrickdemarcevol
    @patrickdemarcevol Před rokem +10

    Stephanie, you hair style is astounding the evening of the hibiscus cocktails! Very 1930's, and of course throughout the episode, the dandy Phillip looks like he belongs! But were is Hercule Poirot? 😀

  • @staciamartin923
    @staciamartin923 Před rokem +5

    Isabelle and Percy are out doing all the LaLande WhipperSnappers😂

  • @peterwhite9261
    @peterwhite9261 Před rokem +23

    Incredible trip and so very generous of Curtis to host you all. I loved every bit of this. Mummy hiding Percy's transparency was hillarious. For her eyes only I am sure! Adorable! Very brave of you both to go in those tunnels. Looking forward to next week.

  • @maxinepearce4909
    @maxinepearce4909 Před rokem +6

    Don't you just love the devotion Percy has for Isabel.

  • @moiragoldsmith7052
    @moiragoldsmith7052 Před rokem +8

    A friend often used to play draughts in the dessert with the Bedouin; they pile up the sand and flatten it, grid it and then choose 'light or dark 'checkers'. Light checkers are dried camel droppings and dark checkers are fresh camel droppings.🙈😂. Necessity, Mother of invention💞. Loved your trip. Thanks. xx

  • @juliepetitt4196
    @juliepetitt4196 Před rokem +5

    Isabel covering Percy because he was transparent priceless!

  • @melissalynn6496
    @melissalynn6496 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Hahaha!! Stephanie: "We must get camels!" Phillip: "I'm Good"

  • @BEVERYCUMMINS
    @BEVERYCUMMINS Před rokem +19

    stunning . i learned about Abu Simbel in National Geographic and how they moved it .... Curtis is an angel ... I can't believe you crawled into actual tomb with Curtis with bats flying around ... It was breathtaking to share these moments . I am watching it again . I am newly 71 this month . You all at the Chateau are a joy

  • @karencolebeck1900
    @karencolebeck1900 Před rokem +15

    Fabulous to relive a Nile cruise trip we made for our 15th wedding anniversary (16 years ago 😮). We visited all the temples, Nubia, Valley of the Kings and Queens and to celebrate our actual anniversary we had a champagne balloon ride at sunrise over the Valley of the Kings. Magical. ❤

  • @yeli2530
    @yeli2530 Před rokem +5

    A wine festival in Burgundy versus Egypt ? Hmmm

  • @quidditchmum
    @quidditchmum Před rokem +29

    Your mother is an absolute treasure.

  • @donnasteinberg1398
    @donnasteinberg1398 Před rokem +12

    Incredible Stephanie!! Curtis is amazing and wow what an adventure he brought you on! Seeing Mummy, and Percy enjoy is so great. My heart goes out to you for creating such memories. Love your All💕

  • @rayn8740
    @rayn8740 Před rokem +20

    I watched Vivian's videos of the vacation in Egypt. I'm anxious to see Stephanie's perspective now.
    Stephanie, please thank Curtis for me for guiding us all in such a wonderfully personal tour of Ancient Egypt. I anxiously await the next installment on your European Grand Tour channel. Thank you and your companions for letting us come with.
    💕💖💕love from Texas💕💖💕

    • @cynthialawlor2420
      @cynthialawlor2420 Před rokem +3

      Yes Ray, I agree 💯 percent. I’m happy you thought to thank Curtis. They’re so lucky to have an Egyptian Scholar to lead their tour.
      Egypt has always been my dream to visit someday, but this is the next best thing.
      Your comment is so sweet and thoughtful and I second the motion, Thank You Curtis!

    • @stephhunsley
      @stephhunsley Před rokem +2

      ,Ive so enjoyed following along.
      Curtis really is a great guide, knowing each persons name and making them all feel like theyre the most important person on the tour.

  • @normamurray4450
    @normamurray4450 Před rokem +13

    What a treat that was!!!! Curtis, it's obvious you are a specialist in the history of Egypt! Everyone looked so happy....lovely, lovely group of friends.

  • @busylizzieb
    @busylizzieb Před rokem +22

    Wow, how amazing. What a privilege to be allowed to see all the sights that are not open to the general public. How lucky are we your CZcams followers ❤❤. Many thanks to Curtis for sharing his knowledge with us all. So, beautiful, such history 💕💕💕 xx

  • @joanaparuolo3004
    @joanaparuolo3004 Před rokem +18

    😂 I love that out of nowhere there was this bar with a Brazilian flag 🇧🇷

  • @bigboy77dk
    @bigboy77dk Před rokem +15

    When i see places like this, the temples, the tombs, etc., I always wish, that they could somehow make a replica of just one of those temples, but as it was in its glory days. Just so that instead of the crumbling, dusty ruins, you could actually somewhat experience it, as it was meant to be seen. So much has been lost over time, and I think that would really have an impact on the experience. The same could be done in other places too.

    • @mapesdhs597
      @mapesdhs597 Před rokem

      I very much agree, my gf & I have talked about this many times (our holidays always consit of visiting castles, ancient sites, Roman remains, old churches, etc.) Thinking back to Steph's earlier video of the medieval castle being renovated using, as much as possible, original methods, I guess the big problem with this concept is how one could have such a place given that so much of its design and indeed operation would not be 'compliant' with modern standards, ie. safely rules, access laws, regulations concerning food, hygiene and waste, etc. Unless there were a way of a proper replica being given some kind of exemption status, I bet in most locations such a venue would never be allowed to open, or even to be built. How does one get round modern laws about building codes, public access, etc.? Castles were effectively tools of power in one form or another (military, control of territory, or in more peaceful times a statement of position and status), built in all its myriad ways with particular needs in mind, none of which exactly align with tourism. :D
      Let's say though that it could be done, somehow, perhaps a place with a more relaxed set of rules & codes (somewhere in the US possibly, like Texas), or maybe visitors could sign a disclaimer and waver of normal rights & suchlike (as in, yes there will be very narrow corridors, very steep steps, walkways with no handrails, dark places, and almost nowhere accessible by invalids), even then though I wonder if the kind of experience you're alluding to might be somewhat spoiled by the presence of others wearing, as it were, modern garb, filming away with their smartphones and so on. Doubly so if such a setup was popular, ie. the atmosphere one is going for would be hard to maintain if it was brimming with tourists. Reminds me of places like Portmerion, which are best seen in the very early hours when it's virtually empty (it's where "The Prisoner" was filmed), because later in the day it's heaving with tourists which kinda spoils it somewhat. I've seen similiar comments from those who've visitied famous places in Italy, Greece and elsewhere, sometimes the sheer number of people can diminish the experience.
      Perhaps the only way it could be done is via long term stay, in which visitors wore period clothes, lived as the inhabitants would have at the time (a bit like the Westworld holiday concept, ref the original movie btw), and hence very expensive, make it more exclusive and thus more appealing only to those with genuine interest. But then, how far does one take this? Would cameras, phones, etc. not be allowed within? I think Westworld had that idea. Let's again assume though that visitors were content with whatever restrictions were chosen; what it boils down to in the end is, would such an idea be commercially viable? Probably not. The staffing of such a place alone would be an extraordinary task, a job quite unlike any other; not impossible though, eg. places such as Beamish have staff who are very dedicated and love their work. Perhaps though not exactly ammenable to a daily commite, more like somewhere that staff actually live.
      Maybe then it could only be done by someone with the money to spend who wanted to do it for the sheer love of seeing it become a reality for its own sake, rather than an attempt to make a profitable tourist attraction.
      Heh, it's a Schrodinger tourist attraction: the act of visiting such a place would, unless by limitation of modern norms, ruin the very thing one wishes to experience.
      Along sortof related lines, I think you'd find this interesting:
      czcams.com/video/SI6wDO2RhTQ/video.html
      Also, again Lindybeige, a video which hints at the kind of thing involved in implementing the above ideas:
      czcams.com/video/sCL9NB8VQjs/video.html
      Anyway, fingers crossed some day your idea can come to fruition somehow, maybe if Musk suddenly goes nuts for all things medieval instead of faffing around with Mars. :}

  • @Heidieqx
    @Heidieqx Před rokem +5

    Thank you for taking us along for this one! It was a delight. Curtis is brilliant, Mummy and Percy are just so inspiring to watch. Watching Isabel enjoy life and dance with everyone made me so happy. You are very blessed Stephanie to have your mother be with you for such amazing adventures 💖. A beautiful excursion with a wonderful group of people.

  • @marymacdonell4707
    @marymacdonell4707 Před rokem +22

    “And we will never see them again” had me laughing out loud! What a beautiful amazing trip!

    • @cagarden8808
      @cagarden8808 Před rokem +5

      Yes, that was hilarious. 😅😂🤣

  • @marthaizaguirre6363
    @marthaizaguirre6363 Před rokem +6

    Hola from Honduras! So fun virtually travelling with you on your really big adventure. I laughed out loud when you got busted by Mummy for borrowing her amber necklaces! 😄

  • @judithclark2823
    @judithclark2823 Před rokem +20

    What a wonderful treat to share bits of your trip with us! Egypt is amazing. I was there in 2004 with a group of 10, but we didn’t see what you’ve experienced, so it was extra special that you shared it with us Stephanie. Thank you much. Your mummy was amazingly fearless getting up on those camels. Both she and Percy looked great.

  • @jennyschateaufarm
    @jennyschateaufarm Před rokem +31

    Wow, what an amazing trip. I loved the boat, and Mummy is so funny trying to preserve Percy's modesty! 😂

  • @janehampton6717
    @janehampton6717 Před rokem +10

    Wow Stephanie. Going into that tomb with Curtis was amazing. The views from the outside were spectacular. Thank you so much for sharing your holiday with us 😀

  • @donnab8205
    @donnab8205 Před rokem +23

    Thank you Curtis for the most extraordinary trip! Vivian and Stephanie have done a excellent job of bringing it to all of us. So grateful.

  • @rochellezimmerbishop4681

    I have NEVER seen a youtube video that takes you so actually and truly into the adventure (she lets us read the menus with her, listen to the sounds of the boat). Stephanie, I love this most about you! And my favorite 'character' is Isabelle...

  • @cherishd.8451
    @cherishd.8451 Před rokem +32

    I love history and was pleased with the details you provided while touring, Curtis is wonderful to offer such a tour

  • @judymossip7446
    @judymossip7446 Před rokem +10

    Stephanie and Curtis obviously do not have any issues with small spaces. That is very impressive. I wouldn’t have gone past the entrance!!

  • @bigchick100
    @bigchick100 Před rokem +6

    We flew into Abu simbal when we visited still gives me chills to see this

  • @ithacamoore8327
    @ithacamoore8327 Před rokem +10

    Amazing beautiful such spectacular sights. Thank you so much. I have a six year old daughter and we are going to watch this a few times. Your vlog felt like we were there.

  • @robindales9303
    @robindales9303 Před rokem +4

    Curtis looks so handsome with his short hair!!!

  • @crae3422
    @crae3422 Před rokem +12

    As always, educational and fun! Loved seeing all of you together. Beautifully done, Steph. Curtis, Vivian, Sara, and Steve are right. You are the "catalyst." One who always lifts others up. Thank you so much.

  • @johncunningham1098
    @johncunningham1098 Před rokem +5

    I remember as a child in elementary school in the US we contributed our dimes to the saving of the Temple of Abu Simble. This was done through the UN

  • @darladressler
    @darladressler Před rokem +10

    Speechless like Sara said!!! Ok Curtis where do I sign up for your next tour??? being at the one temple with no other tourists there is priceless, the boat cruise etc. I thought the tour with Gerry as Covid arrived was fabulous but I think this might be better! Amazing However! you scared me to death going down into that shaft with the bats! I jumped about 4x!!! no way for me on that one

  • @mariak9727
    @mariak9727 Před rokem +3

    Curtis‘ enthusiasm for Egyptian history is truly infectious!!!!💖💖

  • @kathyrogers1703
    @kathyrogers1703 Před rokem +6

    I have been anxiously waiting for your video all week! Thanks to Chateau Love I have been getting some sneak peaks, but I really wanted to see your video. Thanks 😊!

  • @francescatappi3241
    @francescatappi3241 Před rokem +3

    Curtis is just amazing! I could listen to him talk about the history of Egypt all day long. I would have loved this incredible trip. Thank you so much for sharing ❤

  • @gnarbeljo8980
    @gnarbeljo8980 Před rokem +11

    What an exclusive tour! This was more than a cut above, and I'm sure Curtis played more than the part of exellent Egyptologist guide to sew this together! I'll definately be looking at the Grand Tour channel for more of the sights (though that's not usually my thing) as it's clear what you get to really see is beyond the regular beaten track. Isabelle's way with camels was an unexpexted treat! I loved how the only time you Stephanie exclaim you need an animal (at Lalande? ) Philip said "I'm good." 😂😂😂
    Marvelous, thank you, very well done video!

  • @CatherinePhillipssapphire

    My goodness I kept expecting Hercule Poirot to join in the fun…looked unbelievable. What a great adventure, once again, thank you for sharing your adventures 💕🇦🇺💐

  • @roseb7525
    @roseb7525 Před rokem +4

    Egypt is not on my bucket list but this video has changed my mind. This is the side of Egypt that I would love to see. The view is much better than the Nile cruise that Stephanie took with Jerry. Curtis is the perfect guide. Love his new hair.

  • @beiderbecke1927
    @beiderbecke1927 Před rokem +10

    This resurrected my youthful passion for Egypt. I still have endless books on Egypt, and I did artwork based on Egyptian themes, long ago. Tonight I felt a sense of the desert adjoining the Nile, and the warm tones of the temples, it all felt so close, somehow. Time to delve back into my books, and reconnect with my past, and that of Egypt. Watching Isabel makes me think I'm not too old to get there yet, fulfilling an ancient dream. Looking forward to more on your other channel, thanks so much!

  • @mavep2855
    @mavep2855 Před rokem +9

    Curtis did an awesome job on arranging this tour in Egypt. I enjoyed seeing your camaraderie and joy during this amazing adventure. Thank you so much for sharing this with us🙏🏻❤️🇪🇬

  • @carolinegooder7091
    @carolinegooder7091 Před rokem +13

    Thank you for the vacation of a life time tour. I can't travel, so I love the history and the lighter dinners and time off to get the real sense of the place. Traveling on the Nile. Epic.

  • @amyellen3845
    @amyellen3845 Před rokem +13

    This tour is on my wish list. Thank you for the preview. You're all looking amazing!

  • @benedictegaspard5867
    @benedictegaspard5867 Před rokem +8

    Stephanie, Mummy, and Percy i must say : Quelle élégance !

  • @duncanhirst7749
    @duncanhirst7749 Před rokem +2

    The thing I love about you is your positivity Stephanie! Nothing phases you, and your willing to try anything. Thats why I watch your videos....

  • @dianegriffith3006
    @dianegriffith3006 Před rokem +4

    Love Curtis’s hair short like that-this s an amazing Vlog - can you imagine how life was back then??

  • @owenwitherell9969
    @owenwitherell9969 Před rokem +5

    This gives new meaning to "living life vicariously"! Thank you so much for this breathtaking tour - something I could only dream of!

  • @fizz1966
    @fizz1966 Před rokem +7

    Loving Curtis haircut 😊

  • @teresacarle294
    @teresacarle294 Před rokem +5

    😁What a joy! Exceptional peek at some of the exquisite wonders of Egypt 🇪🇬 . Enjoyed your entire travel group's sartorial splendor. Everyone looked glorious throughout your stay〰️esp. on your last 🎉celebratory 🎉 throwback evening with your Nile Island cocktails. ✍️Agatha Christie 📚 vintage inspired dress deserves to be donned on the ⛴️river in her honor.
    L🤍ve a parasol☂️ in a sunny climate☀️. No 👒 hat head, and it provides much wider coverage. No use in 🥵roasting out in the open if you can avoid it. Thrilled they're slowly becoming more & more popular in & around LA.
    Wish we had👃smell-a-vision for his two custom scents. They sounded pretty spectacular.
    😘Marvelous Mummy was in top form, so was your charming tour guide Curtis. Getting used to his handsome countenance without his gorgeous long locks✂️. ✈️Godspeed on your safe return.
    💚Bridget from Cali☘️
    (using my pal's YT acct)

  • @annecc11
    @annecc11 Před rokem +9

    Oooooh, I wish I could do this one too. So good to watch especially Stephanie and Curtis going down into the depths of the tomb. Scary stuff. My mother was born in Eygpt and had some good stories to tell. I was given a scarab from the grandmother and have worn it in many ways including today.

  • @pamkullman8839
    @pamkullman8839 Před rokem +7

    thanks to Curtis, I am online looking for Egyptian jewelry for my daughter who has a birthday coming up and Christmas! What a fabulous adventure you guys got to go on! Thanks for sharing!

  • @cindypratt6633
    @cindypratt6633 Před rokem +11

    What a wonderful adventure you all have had. I am a bit envious of it, but very grateful you took us along. Thank you so much. I cannot tell you the joy that you have given many of us.

  • @julielozano1852
    @julielozano1852 Před rokem +2

    Looks gorgeous but the best moment was Percie with the see through dress on 😂 what a gem 😂😂

  • @tinaclarke704
    @tinaclarke704 Před rokem +4

    Every time i say best video you go top it. You just make it like we were there. Awesome.

  • @0Eliza0
    @0Eliza0 Před rokem +4

    Such a lady, apologizing to the bat 🦇 “sorry! Didn’t mean to intrude” ❤

  • @jeffplawrentz269
    @jeffplawrentz269 Před rokem +2

    "I do know those necklaces....was permission granted?"....I LOVE ISABELLE 🤣😂😂😂

  • @julieburness8719
    @julieburness8719 Před rokem +4

    Thankyou so much, what a fabulous tour, Curtis is so knowledgeable.

  • @sherryrector2275
    @sherryrector2275 Před rokem +3

    I remember seeing the temple moved up so as not to be flooded. That’s how ancient I am. 😂. Thoroughly enjoyed this and envious as Egyptian things drew me in very very young as did all of architectural wonders

  • @byane8089
    @byane8089 Před rokem +2

    Wow, Curtis! I didn’t think that guy could get more handsome🤩

  • @christineh5790
    @christineh5790 Před rokem +8

    Can’t wait for Stephanie’s interpretation of the Egyptian holiday! Have loved Vivienne’s ‘Chateau Love’ videos and with the Lalande perspective added to the mix we will have had a perfect armchair tour of Egypt with much loved friends too.👏💖

  • @nancyblandin755
    @nancyblandin755 Před rokem

    I have to say, "Mommie" is in her element there!! Absolutely vibrant!!!

  • @janrutledge4487
    @janrutledge4487 Před rokem +11

    Thank you for taking me to a place I would not be able to see, especially following those bats! Your positive outlook and adventures have meant so much these past 2 years. Blessings

  • @bella151272
    @bella151272 Před rokem +3

    Curtis looks like a new man with his hair cut 😍

  • @irenebrown3144
    @irenebrown3144 Před rokem +2

    Amazing, Curtis so knowledgeable about The Egyptian ruins

  • @paulineknowles40
    @paulineknowles40 Před rokem +8

    Absolutely loving the tour . Thank you so much Stephanie for sharing this amazing experience. I’m disabled 72 and will never be able to travel , your vlogs are a joy to me . Love to you all ❤ 🙏🏻🌎🐪

    • @annemiekvandorp4457
      @annemiekvandorp4457 Před rokem +5

      Warm greetings from someone in The Netherlands for you, Pauline :-)

  • @Twistnsine
    @Twistnsine Před rokem +7

    What a wonderful journey 😍 What a wonderful life 🙌❤️🤩 Thank you Stephanie, for bringing us along 😊

    • @aryafaaz9345
      @aryafaaz9345 Před rokem +2

      Agree 💯 I was so happy to join them in their virtual tour that I had tears of JOY ❣️🥲🥲🥲
      I wouldn't feel this way with other tour videos. What makes it special is Stephanie's bubbly personality & the sense of wonder that she exudes from her heart.
      I call it ~♡
      THE STEPHANIE SIZZLING SPARKLE
      ❤️‍🔥💫✨️🌟⚡️💖

  • @baylorsailor
    @baylorsailor Před rokem +7

    I've been wanting to visit Egypt for decades now. I hope to go with my husband one day!... Percy's Princess Diana moment with the see-through garment was hilarious!

  • @kathyevans2968
    @kathyevans2968 Před rokem +10

    What a gem of a holiday! It was extra special being a private experience with your amazing friends, sharing in each other’s joy in exploring some of Egypt’s treasures. Thank you for sharing this, especially with Curtis who is a treasure himself and willing to lead this tour!

  • @barbaralamoreaux328
    @barbaralamoreaux328 Před rokem +7

    So glad Isabelle and Percy joined you. I hope that I am as fit and full of life when I am their age (and that my own daughter lives a life as rich as yours).❤

    • @ritasengupta9611
      @ritasengupta9611 Před rokem +3

      If I have half the energy and looked as good as Isabelle at her age I would count myself as very lucky.

  • @101life9
    @101life9 Před rokem +2

    Curtis is the best guide/organizer!

  • @lyniloo6350
    @lyniloo6350 Před rokem +2

    I love Percy

  • @colmoleary8441
    @colmoleary8441 Před rokem +1

    Wow, did you enjoy the holiday. I went on a Nile cruise and cruised lake Nasser back in 2001, which took 4 days if I remember. I remember waking up and seeing abu simbel outside my cabin window... Glorious! I've always wanted to do a cruise on the Nile on one of those ships like "The Sudan" which is one of those classic 1930'S paddle steamers that have been restored. When I did the cruise it was on a big ship with a group of very unimpressed german tourists... Thank you for bringing back some wonderful memories!

  • @kdean9537
    @kdean9537 Před rokem +1

    Spectacular...this was wonderful to see Egypt with such a lovely group of people! Curtis is amazing! Thank you so much for sharing, this was a very special video! Take really good care of each other and yourselves, stay well! Lots of love Kathy x 💖

  • @Lstanfield
    @Lstanfield Před rokem +3

    I don’t understand those narrow passageways in which you explored that tomb. Obviously there must, at one time, have been passageways large enough to accommodate a sarcophagus and people carrying canopic jars and other funereal ephemera in the tomb.

  • @jessicakelley0
    @jessicakelley0 Před rokem +1

    I love Stephanie’s mom! She’s amazing &so beautiful! I would love to go on a trip like this someday.❤
    I must admit that I laughed outloud when I saw Phillip holding his parasol &while fanning himself! He’s adorable😂

  • @Jennifer62389
    @Jennifer62389 Před rokem +2

    You and your mom are the adventurous ones. 👍👏👏👏

  • @karentillotson2181
    @karentillotson2181 Před rokem +3

    Loved every minute! Thank you for sharing sights I'm not likely to see in person. It has been delightful!

  • @annemiekvandorp4457
    @annemiekvandorp4457 Před rokem +8

    Apart from the video, that is great again (as always), I wish to express my hughe admiration for Isabelle & Percy. On the boat, off the boat, on a camel, off the camel, travelling, flights, busses, a pickup truck and the heat, dancing and a lot of walking and all of this with a big smile and witty remarks: Chapeau from The Netherlands xxx

  • @kathsmith4924
    @kathsmith4924 Před rokem +3

    what a historic adventure a trip of a lifetime ,curtis is knowledgable oh and he suits his hair cut

  • @Alexhugues
    @Alexhugues Před rokem +9

    Curtis is really cute with short hair!

  • @cliffhorman6846
    @cliffhorman6846 Před rokem +8

    That was wonderful. Curtis what a lovely artinarry! It was like something straight out of an Agatha Christie novel!

    • @zanbudd
      @zanbudd Před rokem

      Minus the murder thankfully 😊

  • @JohannaVeerenhuis
    @JohannaVeerenhuis Před rokem +1

    Thank you SO much for working all along your holiday, to share these magical moments with us. ✨💝✨
    My husband has had the privilage of seeing many special places in Egypt where no tourists were allowed, but I’ve never been there, although I’ve read a lot about Egypt. So, you sharing so much, showing so much, thank you, I love it. ❤️

  • @sarahmiller5632
    @sarahmiller5632 Před rokem +1

    A wonderful video. Brought me back in time to when I visited Egypt in 1999? I’m guessing you weren’t allowed to video in the Temples. We were allowed to take pictures. You are so full of positive fun energy, Stephanie.

  • @txjellybean3772
    @txjellybean3772 Před rokem

    "Did the necklaces give permission?" was the best line of all! Thx y'all for a video to take me to a place I'll never personally get to see.

  • @bonniebaxter7773
    @bonniebaxter7773 Před rokem +11

    Loved every second of this video living vicariously through all of you! What a thrill it must be to travel with Curtis…his brain packed full of Egyptology. He’s amazing!
    You all looked fabulous darlings!❤️

  • @lindamitman4538
    @lindamitman4538 Před rokem +5

    That was so cool. Curtis is the best guide anyone could ask for. That boat - wow, I cannot imagine how epic it was to experience it in person. Thanks for sharing - can’t wait to see the videos on your other channel!

  • @HenriHowardEarlofSurrey
    @HenriHowardEarlofSurrey Před rokem +1

    Who needs Netflix when we have Chateau Diaries. I laughed out loud 3 times in the vlog. The first time when Mummy was flung forward whilst getting on the camel, the second when Philip was walking in his stripe pants, white nail polish and to complete the ensemble the white umbrella. He certainly can rock a look and thirdly Mummy being saved by 3 presumably Egyptians so as she would fall off backwards from the camel. I watched it again when it finished. Just loved it one of my favourites.

  • @patdowney4984
    @patdowney4984 Před rokem +3

    Mummy and Percy are so funny x what a great vlog x

  • @Engelhafen
    @Engelhafen Před rokem +3

    They were quite a few monuments that had to be moved due to the dam

  • @sheldoncampbell2139
    @sheldoncampbell2139 Před rokem +6

    your hair Curtis! handsome as ever xoxo