The Camping Crew

The Camping Crew

By Aaron Burchael and Chris ByrneSociety & CulturePlaces & Travel
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  • Episode 47 TVs, ferry prices and discounts

    Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.

    News:

    The stopover at Cobh the 5Ft Way is to reopen following recent works.

    Follow-ups & shout-outs:

    We discuss an email from Mick Percival about ferry prices and discounts

    Campsites or stop overs:

    We read out and discuss two very different reviews on the same campsite from campsitereview.com: Lough Ree Ballykeeran

    Products:

    12v TV brands to consider for your Motorhome of Campervan suggested on this weeks podcast.

    If you would like a sticker for your motorhome or Campervan just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you.

    We  wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube  called:  Charlie  and me our Camping Vlog  http://www.campsitereview.com

    We  also give a quick mention to our Twitter account for our podcast which  is @TheCampingCrew and our email address  [email protected]  and ask for ideas, campsites, products, news items to discuss on the  podcast.

    We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us.

    22 min
  • Episode 46 - Noisy rattles, storage boxes and duvets


    Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.

    News:

    Planning issues preventing Kilmore Quay campsite from opening

    Follow-ups & shout-outs:

    Tony  Grant sent us a message via Twitter to see if we had any thoughts  regarding the UK tax rise on registering new motorhomes, Vehicle Excise  Duty (VED)

    Campsites or stop overs:

    BRANDON HILL CAMPING & GLAMPING review on campsitereview.com from Bolto02

    Tips:

    Fixing rattles in Motorhomes

    Products:

    Thule Go Box, foldable garage organiser

    Kiting out your Awning to make it more homely

    Camp life:

    Top 5 camp sites in Ireland thanks to irelandbeforeyoudie.com

    Do most people use Duvets in their van as opposed to sleeping bags? Thoughts/Comments

    If you would like a sticker for your motorhome or Campervan just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you.

    We  wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube  called:  Charlie  and me our Camping Vlog and his website http://www.campsitereview.com

    We  also give a quick mention to our Twitter account for our podcast which  is @TheCampingCrew and our email address  [email protected]  and ask for ideas, campsites, products, news items to discuss on the  podcast.

    We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us.

    29 min
  • Episode 45 - Gas cylinders, grills and help with imports

    Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.

    Follow-ups & shout-outs:

    Gary O’Connor left us a Facebook post in the Camping with Kids in IRELAND group.

    We got a message from Rigor Morris on Boards.ie about bringing gas canisters to festivals.

    Great suggestion from Caroline Murphy on Twitter

    Thanks to J Morgan for the sticker request and shout out.

    Campsites or stop overs:

    Wave Crest Caravan & Camping Park Ring Of Kerry near Caherdaniel (open all year round)  Campsitereview.com Mr Blue

    Product:

    We have a fantastic review of the Cadac grill range from Adrian Phelan.

    Camp life:

    Have  you ever considered importing a Motorhome direct from Germany. It can  be  a daunting process. This week we close out the Podcast with an  interview with Patricia (Pat) Butler from Waterford. Pat offers a very  unique service where she will go to Germany and bring one back for you.

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    If you would like a sticker for your motorhome or Campervan just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you.

    We  wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube  called:  Charlie  and me our Camping Vlog and his website http://www.campsitereview.com

    We  also give a quick mention to our Twitter account for our podcast which  is @TheCampingCrew and our email address  [email protected]  and ask for ideas, campsites, products, news items to discuss on the  podcast.

    We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us.

    27 min
  • Episode 44 - Habitation checks, windows vacs & full-timers

    Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.

    News:

    New ferry operator to run sailings from Rosslare to destinations in Europe


    Irelands newest bridge open Bypassing New Ross from Waterford/Kilkenny to Wexford Road. This will cut travel time by 15 to 25 mins in the South East

    Campsites or stop overs:

    Aaron tells us about his recent camping trip to Portumna Aire in Co. Galway

    Tip:

    Make  sure to fully unwind your electric cable when using it. Someone from  the Motorhome Happiness Facebook Group put up a photo recently of a  badly burned cable.

    Products:

    Remove condensation from your windscreens using a Karcher Window Vacuum Cleaner

    Camp life:

    In  the last podcast we spoke about getting a Habitation check. This week  we thought  that we might go into this in a little more detail. So what  exactly does a habitation check check for?

    Have you ever considered living in your motorhome or campervan full time in Ireland?

    If you are a full timer already get in touch we'd like to chat

    We  will be interviewing a Register Gas professional in a few weeks time.  Do have any specific questions that your like us to ask him?

    If you would like a sticker for your motorhome or Campervan just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you.

    We  wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube  called:  Charlie  and me our Camping Vlog and his website http://www.campsitereview.com

    We  also give a quick mention to our Twitter account for our podcast which  is @TheCampingCrew and our email address  [email protected]  and ask for ideas, campsites, products, news items to discuss on the  podcast.

    We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us.

    29 min
  • Episode 43 - Easkey review, Shared ownership & packing for festivals

    Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.

    News:

    We chat about a Call for Campervan parking in Kilmacthomas at the Waterford Greenway, From this week's Waterford News and Star

    Follow-ups & shout-outs:

    Trev  from Galway sent us a message saying that he is enjoying the podcast  and when he’s not listening in the Motorhome he listens in on his  evening dog walk.

    Campsites or stop overs:

    And the hoodie goes to - from EP 38 - Battlebridge Caravan and Camping, Leitrim - Darren Gallagher

    As  it happens we have a review in this week from our hoodie recipient  Darren Gallagher - he tells us about a new caravan park in Easkey in  Sligo

    Products:

    We give a mention this week to a Kampa Diddy Camping Heater for Awnings or Tents.

    Camp life:

    We  have an interview  this week with a listener called Adrian. He tells us  all about his shared ownership of a Caravan. Has anybody else  considered this with a motorhome?

    Are  you going to a Festival this year ? Let us know where & when you  are going. If you are planning on going we run through some things you  should have with you.

    On  Saturday evening we tweeted some pictures of a Ford TT Motorhome, 1924.  It’s on display at Autoworld in Brussels. One of the very first  motorhomes I’d say. You should check it out on our twitter feed it’s  fab.

    If you would like a sticker for your motorhome or Campervan just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you.

    We  wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube  called:  Charlie  and me our Camping Vlog and his website http://www.campsitereview.com

    We  also give a quick mention to our Twitter account for our podcast which  is @TheCampingCrew and our email address  [email protected]  and ask for ideas, campsites, products, news items to discuss on the  podcast.

    We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us.

    41 min
  • Episode 42 - Inverters, Solar, Tyre Gauges and Jump Starts


    Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.

    News:

    We heard this week of two campsites not re opening for the 2020 season.

    Follow-ups & shout-outs:

    Harvey Mushman sent us a message via twitter asking about inverters and solar

    Campsites or stop overs:

    We read out and discuss a post from rigormortis to campsitereview.com

    Products:

    We discuss an email that we received recently from DG with some product tips. A tyre gauge and a Jump Starter kit

    Tips:

    Time to take your Motorhome out of storage, we run through some check that you may need to do.

    Camp life:

    We finish up with a chat about campsite behaviour and etiquette

    If you would like a sticker for your motorhome or Campervan just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you.

    We  wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube  called:  Charlie  and me our Camping Vlog and his website http://www.campsitereview.com

    We  also give a quick mention to our Twitter account for our podcast which  is @TheCampingCrew and our email address  [email protected]  and ask for ideas, campsites, products, news items to discuss on the  podcast.

    We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us.

    40 min
  • Season 2 Episode 41 - Motorhome layouts and 2nd hand brands

    Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

    This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.

    Follow-ups & shout-outs:

    We sent out good load of stickers over the Christmas. Thanks for the requests

    Campsites or stop overs:

    He have a review of Brandon hill camping - From Bolto02 at campsitereview.com

    Website:

    Campercontact.com - list of sites & stopovers aLL over the world check it out

    Product:

    • Power up your awning or Tent with a TRIPLE CAMPING MOBILE MAINS UNIT
    • You may also need a SPLITTER PLUG ADAPTOR so you don't have to unplug your Motorhome
    • Tips:

      Are you buying a Motorhome soon? We have some things to consider when choosing the right layout.

      Camp life:

      • We discuss an Non scientific sample of the range of the most common/popular Motorhome brands for sale in Ireland right now
      • If you went camping over Christmas/New Years we would love to know about it?
      • If you would like a sticker for your motorhome or Campervan just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you.

        We  wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube  called:  Charlie  and me our Camping Vlog and his website http://www.campsitereview.com

        We  also give a quick mention to our Twitter account for our podcast which  is @TheCampingCrew and our email address  [email protected]  and ask for ideas, campsites, products, news items to discuss on the  podcast.

        We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us.

        33 min
      • Episode 40 - Interview playbacks
        Happy New Year & Safe Camping for 2020
        Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne
        This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.
        Interviews
        Louise tells us about the 10 year of Vantastival (0.55sec)
        Dave Hanley Valderlust (17.40)
        Tony Bolger Self Build (27.30)
        Steff Matt - first time buyer (37.36)
        If you would like a sticker for your motorhome or Campervan just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you.
        We  wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube  called:  Charlie  and me our Camping Vlog and his website http://www.campsitereview.com
        We  also give a quick mention to our Twitter account for our podcast which  is @TheCampingCrew and our email address  [email protected]  and ask for ideas, campsites, products, news items to discuss on the  podcast.
        We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us.
        50 min
      • Episode 39 - 2019 Our first year review

        Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

        This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.

        News:

        Belmullet  - “A new visitor space at the docks to provide cycling, walking, motor  home and water-based activity facilities” article from The Connaught  Telegraph - https://www.con-telegraph.ie/news/roundup/articles/2019/12/09/4183338-funding-for-untapped-mayo-tourism-resource-welcomed/

        Follow-ups & shout-outs:

        Thank you to all our contributors this year. I know we have left out a lot of people out so I apologise in advance

        Thank you to everyone that agreed to be Interviewed this year

        Thank  you to all who emailed, tweeted, FB messaged, got in touch and  commented on FB, on Forums & campsitereview.com and thanks for all  who requested stickers over the past few months


        Campsites or stop overs:

        Stand out Campsites or stop overs this Year for us:

        • Dicks Field in Ardmore
        • Campail Teach an Aragail
        • The Glen Of Aherlow
        • Moneylands Farm Arklow
        • Tips, Campinghacks, Products, Camping Websites or Apps:

          Top yearly tips

          • Vango Infaltable Awning - Ep2
          • Gas Caps
          • Ridge Monkey Pan Eps 10
          • Tip: tie something to your stearing wheel to remind you of your Hook up lead Eps 6
          • Camp life:

            • “Give away boxes“ scheme running in German campsites , mentioned in Ep 7
            • Camping safety and security - Ep 29 & 30
            • If you would like a sticker for your motorhome or Campervan just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you.

              We  wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube  called:  Charlie  and me our Camping Vlog and his website http://www.campsitereview.com

              We  also give a quick mention to our Twitter account for our podcast which  is @TheCampingCrew and our email address  [email protected]  and ask for ideas, campsites, products, news items to discuss on the  podcast.

              We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us.

              24 min
            • Episode 38 - Foldable

              Welcome to The Camping Crew podcast with Aaron Burchael & Chris Byrne

              This is meant to be a fun podcast, we are just enthusiasts and what we discuss on the podcast are just our own personal views.

              Follow-ups & shout-outs:

              Message in from Dennis with a campsite recommendation - Kinnego Marina Camping

              Campsites or stop overs:

              Battlebridge Caravan and Camping, Leitrim - Review in from Darren Gallagher

              Tips, Campinghacks, Products, Camping Websites or Apps:

              Foldable / Collapsible - Kettle, basin, draining board

              Small foldable tables from The Range

              Camp life:

              End of year Podcast? What did you enjoy?

              We  are putting a list of Facebook Groups together for a January Podcast?  Are you an admin or an active member? What's your favourite?

              Will you get out camping over Christmas or New Years?

              If you would like a sticker for your motorhome or Campervan just send us your address and we will pop it in the post to you.

              We  wrap up this podcast with a quick shout out for Aaron’s Vlog on YouTube  called:  Charlie  and me our Camping Vlog and his website http://www.campsitereview.com

              We  also give a quick mention to our Twitter account for our podcast which  is @TheCampingCrew and our email address  [email protected]  and ask for ideas, campsites, products, news items to discuss on the  podcast.

              We hope that you like our podcast. If you did please subscribe and tell your camping friends about us.

              18 min

            About The Camping Crew

            From the publisher's feed

            Welcome to The Camping Crew Podcast. Join Aaron and Chris as they review camp sites in Ireland. We also discuss camping lifestyle, gadgets, products, and generally chat about all things Motorhome, Camper, Campervan, Caravan and Tent camping in Ireland, UK and further afield.