I'm French and I have to say Stephanie is the best advertisement / ambassador for France , and unlike other volgers living in France her videos have never been about French bashing . . . congrats and merci infiniment !

@shangrila9745

3 жыл бұрын

She is too: don't forget that Maman is from the South of France!

@yseultm5656

3 жыл бұрын

I agree. It makes a nice change !

@jmk1962

3 жыл бұрын

Stephanie is half french herself so has a respect and love for her mother's country.

@anna_m59

3 жыл бұрын

She knows the history not just talking in the air…

@CC-fm1hu

2 жыл бұрын

Alexandreintouch How old is she?

As a French person, it is so heartwarming to see someone so passionate about France! More often than not, when you live somewhere, you don't even realize the beauty of what surrounds you. I feel lucky that my country has so much to offer! Thanks a lot for your content!

@Ida-fz3ir

2 жыл бұрын

not only France, but Europe... just behind the border to Germany the most impressive buildings, like the Dom of Aachen, Köln or the cathedrales of Strassburg or Freiburg...

As an American, this is just mind blowing. I think if I were ever lucky enough to see it in person I would melt into a puddle of tears. Just seeing it through this recording is so moving. The closest thing I can liken it to is when I see the masters paintings at the MET. To be consistently surrounded by such beauty must be transcendental. Thank you for sharing it.

@katiesfarmhouse

3 жыл бұрын

Well said!

@Peggyanns

3 жыл бұрын

I love, love, love the MET!

@nativetexan6628

3 жыл бұрын

Lucky you. We don't have a Met in Deep East Texas. As a matter of fact, I don't believe there are any art galleries there.

@khaleefax9553

2 жыл бұрын

*That's over killing it. Too much drama and hyperbole.*

@olaf9957

2 жыл бұрын

I'm swiss, married to an american, and when we have guests from the us, they do often end up crying ahah.

Stephanie, you make the MOST entertaining travel videos. The cathedral at Le Mans was stunning no wonder you spent so much time there. I was scrolling through walking tours of Paris and not one came close to the quality of filming and clarity of information that you provide to us. Thank you.

@Taraclellandjones

3 жыл бұрын

I agree wholeheartedly

The singing you played whilst showing us the inside of the church was perfect and beautiful! Thank you again for letting us vicariously travel to France and tour around with you.

@seanreynolds516

3 жыл бұрын

The voice sounded to me like Stefanie, she is after all classically trained.

@ShipCreek

3 жыл бұрын

I replayed the cathedral again because I hear absolutely nothing.

@seanreynolds516

3 жыл бұрын

@@ShipCreek 10:52 - 11:35

@candicespencer2021

3 жыл бұрын

I was wishing we could have heard Stephanie sing!

@Tracy_R

3 жыл бұрын

I believe it certainly could be Stephanie but this may not be her? STEPHANIE is that you singing darling?

“It’s a wonderful life,” channel need some support..lovely couple in France.

@carolstevens1903

3 жыл бұрын

I follow them and they are a lovely couple 🤗

@jitaamesuluma9730

3 жыл бұрын

yes they are and so sad they lost their chateau too

@louettahuddleson7194

3 жыл бұрын

I love them.

@JoeDurobot

3 жыл бұрын

*I don't think they are a couple though.Unless by couple you mean a group of two people not in a relationship.*

@minastirith997

3 жыл бұрын

@@JoeDurobot I thought they were a couple. kissed in some videos

Many years ago, when I was in Youth Orchestra, we joined forces with the Youth Orchestras of Le Mans and Paderborn (Germany). We came to Le Mans and played in the Mairie, on a hot Summer's evening. The programme included Ravel's Pictures at an Exhibition, and the experience was divine! Later, I went on a tour of the Citie at midnight, guided by the rather lovely son of my host family. I totally fell for France during that trip, and we have been romancing ever since!

When looking at those ancient towns I am amazed they survived the wars.

Did you know that every year there's a festival where they open all closed doors of the gardens in the old city and that you can actually visit them ? It's called "Entre cours et jardin" and it's completely free!

@wildflowerwind6941

3 жыл бұрын

That would be fun.

@barbibutton9619

3 жыл бұрын

Oh, if Steph could go and film...I would enjoy it and suspect, many others would as well

@harenda6852

3 жыл бұрын

I really love going each year!

I'm laughing just imagining tourists seeing Stephanie at 1:55 just seemingly giving a guided tour to absolutely NO ONE, not knowing she's wearing a wireless mic. This reminds me how much i liked your travel videos, I've seen many travel shows that got boring fast because of the host. This, on the other hand is very watchable and it's just you, Phil and an iphone visiting random spots. Nicely done.

Amazing-Kudo’s to St. Anthony, coming to aid again.

Oh it's my town, I am so glad you like it, I am really proud of living there!

There are no words to describe this cathedral.

My home City!!!! With the Cathedrale St Julien built by Kings of England Whenever I can go back to my birth city, I have to pop in the cathedral (it was the longest in France as the holly "painted" chapel is longer than the other chapels, cutting the through the medieval fortfications) and through the old city. I am loving the video (K)

@rolo4945

3 жыл бұрын

I have Plantagenets in my ancestry ❤️

@barbibutton9619

3 жыл бұрын

Would love to have coffee with you to learn more about this beautiful, historical town. I love that they don't know these old buildings down (and replace them with cheap clapboard buildings) but are kept, restored and lived in. You are fortunate to have grown up in such an amazing place. 💐

@008moneypenny

3 жыл бұрын

You are so lucky to have this beautiful city as your home town? I would love ❤️ to visit

@oliviergendrin7636

2 жыл бұрын

Henry II PLANTAGENET was a french king!!!

@oliviergendrin7636

2 жыл бұрын

I mean, from a french dynasty who married Eleanor d'AQUITAINE who was herself a french duchess who divorced the King of France to marry Henri II

Enjoyed the history of the cathedral, et al. kudos

The Le Mans Cathédrale is so grand, so many interesting details ; one would need an entire day to visit. Lovely town to be in and spend time.

Honestly, you make me want to cry. Such a gorgeous day in such a breath taking place I could never imagine visiting. Thank you for sharing yr travel with us. Not only do I get to see what you do but you tell me what I am looking at and explain it clearly. There are no words for what I feel when I follow you and I cant wait to see yr next one. Exquisite history AND shopping? Hugh sigh....

@anjezashahinifanclub

2 жыл бұрын

Your comment is very touching. I hope you'll be able to travel someday, too.

Stephanie, you are a wealth of information and a true historian. TY. While I LOVE Lalande "at home" videos, some of these away trips are informative, interesting and also appreciated. 🌺🌷💐, and the music fitting and beautiful. 🎶🎶

Geoffrey Plantagenet and his wife Empress Matilda are my 29th great-grandparents! I'm descended from them through their grandson King John "Lackland" Plantagenet, aka the Prince John of Robin Hood fame. I cannot tell you how much seeing where they were married means to me! I've never seen it before, and it's incredibly touching. Thank you so much for sharing this.

@myramays9277

3 жыл бұрын

Hello my family are 26th generation from Geoffrey Plantagenet and Empress Matilda. We find this fascinating.

@eileeng2492

3 жыл бұрын

That's cool!

@deeoh3708

3 жыл бұрын

Oh wow! What amazing heritage you have Sean. Really interesting. :)

@carissassirac1000

3 жыл бұрын

They are also my 29th great grandparents! So special to be able to see this location. :)

@barbibutton9619

3 жыл бұрын

My goodness, there are a few viewers who are descendents of the royalty mentioned. So interesting. Makes them real.

A pleasure, a pleasure to see Le Mans through the eyes of Stefanie & Philip. Watching you speak about France is a reminder of the benefit you have being raised by a French mother & a British father - you are schooled in both nations, adding to your sophistication. Oh yes, too bad about the stranded teddy.

The chording in that musical piece you played in the church was very innovative and beautiful!

@wilmabrock6257

3 жыл бұрын

As a Canadian I was struck by the way Stephanie pronounced “in OV a tive! We say in-oh-VA- tive!

Stephanie, we are so starved for culture in the US! Am so thankful for your visits to Cathedrals and different Chateau's and explaining all of the details of their history!

@TB-nn6wb

2 жыл бұрын

Speak for yourself.

Stephanie thank you for the history of that beautiful church. Can’t wait for next week .

She is gorgeous, stunning with beautiful energy

Stephanie's enthusiasm for French history is infectious. Thanks for the introduction to Le Mans. I'm sure someone has commented about this already, but just in case the point hasn't yet been made, the Ascension applies to Christ. The Assumption applies to the Roman Catholic doctrine that the Virgin Mary was carried miraculously transported, "assumed," into heaven after the Dormition. France's mad king was Charles VI not Charles VII.

I could almost see Diesel waiting patiently at one of the doorways for Selmar. When he went to Le Mans, Diesel was evidently allowed to sit inside-I’m pretty sure that was the location. He might have kept Selmar in sight or there would have been barking. Glad to see more of the town. That cathedral is massive! As usual, your combination of history and frivolity makes for stellar virtual traveling, thanks.

Thank you so much for this tour. My husband is a descendent of the Plantagenets and Tudors. He knows from Genealogy done. So exciting, as we may not ever get to France and we live in the U.S. Danny's family is first traced *that we have found anyway* with King Henry the 2nd and 3rd and down to his mom. This meant so much to us to see and it was all so fantastic to have this opportunity and the history and the guiding you do is fabulous.

@barbibutton9619

3 жыл бұрын

Now that's awesomeness!

Do you just have this knowledge in your head or do you do a bit of research before each trip?! I always learn so much. Blows my mind that you can know so much about history and art. Can’t wait till next Sunday video.

@barbibutton9619

3 жыл бұрын

She must have a memory like an elephant and I was seriously wondering the same thing.

@CarolChillsCasually

3 жыл бұрын

@@itsmyparty4637 more like how can you spit out this knowledge so effortlessly. Is it stored or recently obtained. That was my bad.

@Tracy_R

3 жыл бұрын

@@barbibutton9619 Stephanie seems to have a FABULOUS memory. She'll recall names & what someone had sent to her as gift. I'm always in awe of STEPHANIE when she does that. It shows me that she genuinely cares about her viewers & generous gifts. I wonder what her IQ is? Stephanie is BRILLIANT.

@qmanh72

3 жыл бұрын

I think Stephanie might have mentioned that she studied history at university.

@thierrymilan2039

3 жыл бұрын

@@CarolChillsCasually Stephanie is a former Opera singer, so she is trained to memorize quickly a text.

Said with cathedral-level reverence, "Whoa... a secondhand clothes store... My Heaven!" 😁

Thank you for taking us with you on your tours. I so enjoy your historical information about the places you take us to. It is such a joy listening to you. Again thank you. I can’t wait to see were you take us next. These are places I may never see, I really enjoy seeing them through your eyes.

I believe this is so much splendor that I'm about to cry......... I'm so enthralled...

Medieval churches was way more colourful then we see them today and it was bright colours, blue, green, red, orange and yellow was common colours. Bright colours are more visible in candle light. I been a guide in a church that was never painted over, I seen the colours and also gotten to see the true colours and not the faded we see today.

@rogerlapp6646

3 жыл бұрын

A

@kaloarepo288

2 жыл бұрын

Ancient Greek and Roman temples were exactly the same -painted in bright colors as were the ancient statues.They now appear white to us today because all the color has worn off and also our artistic tastes have changed and we prefer a milk white bust of an ancient god or ancient politician/monarch etc to a gaudily painted one.

@hannayoung9657

2 жыл бұрын

@@kaloarepo288 Also that they washed of the paint and white suited with peoples idea of purity. Sad but true. Same thing with black and white houses in English villages, if they are from medieval times, they used to be brightly coloured, just that Victorian preferred white and black. Some houses are national trust and you cant even restore them back to Medieval glory.

Clearly both the exterior and interior stone has been recently and beautifically cleaned and it looks so stunning aside from the beauty of the stained glass and architecture itself. We are so used to seeing buildings covered in the grime of centuries and the exhaust of cars.

Stephanie, You are the most wonderful tour guide. I so enjoy your trips away from LaLande. It is just a joy to be able to see the architecture and hear the background of the places you visit. I wish I were with you.

I could listen to Stephanies history of the cathedral and the beautiful town all day long x x

My St. Anthony story: I lost my apartment key and searched thoroughly for a solid two days. On the third day I prayed to St. Anthony. The next time I went out lo and behold there was my key lying in the middle of my doormat, where I had looked before.

Words cannot do justice to the awe I feel looking at this structure.

Well waking up on a Monday morning in Melbourne Australia, in our fifth lockdown, this was a lovely way to start the week, I just love gothic church’s they are my favourite, thanks for the tour, excited about what might be found at the antique fair.

The “new edition” in the 1200s lol 😂 It was restored in the 1300s lol 😆 This is so amazing 😉 👌✨

@mercurialpierrot7073

3 жыл бұрын

Cutting edge technology 🤣

Stephanie your knowledge is amazing. Thank you for taking us on this tour with you both. 🌞🍷. Let’s not forget to say Well done to St. Anthony👏

I can't believe the beauty of this historic city. I am amazed of how these structures have survived. Thank you so much Stephanie for giving us this tour!

So very happy to have discovered your channel. Due to a continuously aching back I don’t think I could walk around the town as you do so you are my surrogate. I can see beautiful little French towns, gorgeous antiques, and lovely homey châteaux owned by very convivial people, and feel as if I am going myself. The next thing I need to do when I watch another of your travel videos is to have my own plate of food ready because your eating out videos make me very hungry!

My ancestors lived in Le Mans and ended up in Quebec…thx for the tour😊

So funny that Stephanie recently finished that massive clean out and she happily is adding new second hand clothes back to her wardrobe. 😄🤣

Thank You, Stephanie, I'm an art history teacher and this a not a cathedral I am familiar with. You did a great job of sharing your visit. (If I ever visit France again, this is now on my list.)

Stephanie ,thankyou for showing us and explaining all the history of the town and the breath-taking cathedral ,really enjoyed this vlog cant wait to see the 2nd instalment the food looked delicious xx

Thank you for the historical tour of the fabulous Cathedral... wow!

What an amazing tour you have giving us Stephanie!!!! Thank you very much for your kindness and generosity. Specially now that we cannot go anywhere and visit all those French relics. I loved the tour.

Stephanie I’m so impressed at the work you put into these vlogs. The research and the presentation of the information is so well done plus with humor. Sometimes when another vlogger does a tour of a town I’m always wishing they were like you so it would be more engaging.

Thank you for this excellent tour. Your research makes the tours so much more interesting. The Cathedral is magnificent but the history of it is just amazing.

What fantastic day and dinner you all had!! Can’t wait to the next episode.

I can’t walk past a second hand shop or antique shop without going in. So envious.what a cute town.

@barbibutton9619

3 жыл бұрын

Same and that clothing shop looked like it just scream "COME IN..COME IN" 😮

To me, the angel appears to be turning a crank. The instrument may be the forerunner of the hurdy-gurdy, or a music box.

@bluebird1239

3 жыл бұрын

Yes Eileen, that's what I was thinking too. Almost need binoculars to see more detail of the painting.

Stephanie…one of your best. Swansea, Wales.

Stephanie - that would be the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary not the Ascension.

Thank you for doing these tours. You are very, very good and it shows that you've done a LOT of research. It's much appreciated.

Love the content, love the adventures, keep being your fabulous self Stephanie!

I'm always amazed by the content, details and information you provide on all your vlogs. Fabulous places I would probably never see or know about but for you. Thank you 🙂👏👏👏

Really a wonderful day, thank you for taking us along.

Very fun, educational and interesting, I would watch a video about anything Stephanie wants to show. So entertaining!

Thank you so much Stephanie. I really enjoyed this video as I do everything you do.🥰🤗

Oooh loved that..enjoy the banter between you both..gutted have to wait till next sunday! .n steph you know so much about history..amazing...thanks.jazz uk.x

"top-quality blood-letting" LOL

I love your historic videos ... both for the history and the historic beauty! So many truly beautiful things in that city!

Oh MY!!! The music in the CATHEDRAL WAS GLORIOUS! Am so loving your "insta" shopping spree...such fun finds. Hope to see you wearing them soon. Thanks for the tour... also....Stephanie, you have the perfect "pitch/ tone" for a public speaker. A soft but commanding voice...not harsh at all....and that's partly why your videos are so successful. Both "content & delivery" are hugely important.! Thanks again!

Well, you’ve done it again! What a lovely video of such an enchanting town. Gorgeous cathedral, quaint houses in such an historical era.🇨🇦

Thank you so much, Stephanie, for all the glorious things you tell us of. It is so interesting and your enthusiasm makes it that much more enjoyable to learn about!! You are wonderful to watch and learn from.

St Anthony always answers my prayers not just for lost things but for everything.

What a wonderful tour of such a beautiful cathedral and town , so much history. Thank you.

I love listening to you Stephanie the history you know is absolutely amazing.

Thank you Steph for showing us this beautiful places !!!😍😍😍

Truly stunning! Can't wait for part II.😲

I love touring with you! It's always so interesting. I learn so much!

Stephanie, your travel vlogs are so fascinating and informative. I will not be visiting France in this lifetime, but hope to in the next!

I absolutely LOVE your knowledge Stephanie!! Thank you!

Loved it! Thank you for this informative tour! For us Aussies locked in, this is wonderful!

Very charming town with its maze of little streets and cobbles. I enjoyed the tour, and could well try to go there one day!

What fun! I could watch you all day and I love getting to know France through you. Your b roll at cathedral was beautiful to watch and hear! I love that you mix in a bit of shopping (good buys!) and I enjoy your interpretation of medieval sculptural reliefs! Golf indeed! Can't wait to see the antiques fair next week!

Beautiful, informative and entertaining as all of your videos are. Thank you for allowing us to travel with you. Can’t wait to see the next one.Take care.

Honestly this town looks absolutely stunning 😍 on my to visit list now for sure! 🥰

Absolutely adored this video! Steph you are amazing, walking all through the cobbled streets with heels on!!!

Wow, guys my fave history teachers you have now both become. Thank you for a wonderful tour of this beautiful place. X

This was such a joy to watch!

Enjoyed tremendously tour of ancient city! & Cathedral of St. Julien. Thank you for sharing! 💞😊

Stephanie, you are truly a unique and special person. You have many talents, but I especially admire your dedication to consistently produce and post videos for your audience. I like the variety, from every day life at Lalande to this beautiful cathedral. While our world was in turmoil we could always rely on you to entertain us with Lalande life and beyond. Thank you! ❤

Really enjoyed this video!

Now that was a cathedral! Loved every bit of what was shown! I was especially interested in the musical instrument ceiling and that fabulous organ. Very much looking forward to next Sunday! 🥰 🌻🇫🇷

@barbibutton9619

3 жыл бұрын

They say, with the acoustics, the churches of old were also healing centers. You can almost "feel" it healing your soul.

@hatshepsut8329

3 жыл бұрын

@@barbibutton9619 That is very true. Everything had a purpose. None of it was frivolous display as many would assume. This is especially so in the Templar built ones and is extremely fascinating to study. I know that mummy Isabelle is interested in the Templars as well.

Great Vlog Steph. Really enjoyed looking round some of the hidden parts of the city. I can personally recommend the Auberg Des 7 Plats having eaten there with friends during the 2014 Le Mans 24 Hours. Looking forward to next Sunday's episode.

The best yet Stephanie your love of life and appreciation of beauty is really something to experience as well as your well researched informative dialogue which you present in such a charming spontaneus way.

What an amazing place!! Wow. Ok on my bucket list!!

From Canada 🇨🇦 …..A Lalander from heart ❤️

Truly a beautiful City, thank you for sharing it with all of us!

Thank you so much for taking the time to show us and teaching us about the cathedral

I really enjoy the way you explain the history of the places you visit. I find it very easy to listen to and learn from. Thank you

Wow what an amazing old town the wooden levels just gorgeous !!

Love love love all of your videos!!!

Thank you so much for this lovely episode - that must have been hours of preparation- just so interesting and so happy ! X

I'm truly gobsmacked! By the wonders of this town, your knowledge of the period, the art and the architecture. You make it look so easy @Stephanie Jarvis!

thank you! it was such a wonderful and informative vlog! I truly enjoyed it.

I could spend an entire day in that Cathedral and would want to return the next day. 🙂🇨🇦