Playing with the remote control helicopter for the first ti
March 29, 2012
The Lightspeed i-helicopter works with the iPad or iPhone. This is me using it for the first time!
Playing Catch with a Baby
December 12, 2015
Thought it would be the right time to teach Chibetan to play catch! See more of our videos at www.alanandmetok.com
Pinocchio puppet in Museum of Animated Puppets in Lyon
September 15, 2011
Pinocchio puppet in Museum of Animated Puppets in Lyon
Pillbug/Rollie Pollie/Rolli Puchi Insect in Kodaikanal, India
October 13, 2011
So whilst looked for new places to explore in Kodaikanal in India, we found this rather large insect at a place called Bear Shola. It goes by a few names: pillbug, rollie pollie, roly pollie, rolli puchi.. I don’t know what it is called exactly but this one was huge.. about 2 inches in length. […]
Pictures from the Strata building at Elephant and Castle
September 20, 2010
For those who have gone through the Elephant and Castle area, I’m sure you’ve noticed the Strata tower. This the space aged looking building with 3 wind turbines at the top (rumoured to actually require more energy to drive the turbines than the energy it generates!). It also recently won an award for being the […]
Peter Pan scene at the Museum of Animated Puppets ( Le Musée des Automates), Lyon
September 15, 2011
Peter Pan scene at the Museum of Animated Puppets ( Le Musée des Automates), Lyon
Peacock mating with a Car
July 10, 2012
The peacock saw its reflection in the car and attempted to mate with it!
Paradise Wildlife Park – World of Dinosaurs
November 6, 2019
We went to the World of Dinosaurs as the Paradise Wildlife Park. Amazing displays of animatronic dinosaurs
Our Weekend in Venice – Our trip in 15 minutes!
September 1, 2013
We went to Venice, Italy in August 2013. This is the video of our weekend in Venice! Visit our blog: http://www.alanandmetok.com
Our visit to Tonkotsu East – Ramen Noodles restaurant in Haggerston, London
March 9, 2014
We paid a visit to the newly opened Tonkotsu East restaurant in Haggerston. Not only was it a great restaurant, super tasty but it was a rather interesting place. They have their own noodle making machine – shame we didn’t get to see it in action and their tables are at a slope! This is […]
Our visit to The Shard in London
January 29, 2013
We managed to get preview tickets to see The Shard in London, UK and thought we’d make the most out of it by filming and sharing our experience! It was a great day out and it was amazing to see London from so high up. Visit our blog at http://www.alanandmetok.com for more of our adventures!
Our Hallway in the new ITV Player for Android advert
September 15, 2013
A few weeks ago, we had the TV crews turn up and film our hallway for the new ITV Android app. Today, we finally saw the final product.. our hallway is featured in the opening shot only for a few seconds but the whole process took hours and had a whole team on it! They […]
Our China trip 2012
September 15, 2012
So we were hoping to get to Tibet this year but had a lot of difficulty because of the situation there, it finally got cancelled by the tour operator. At this stage we had already arranged for our China visa and it seemed like a waste if we didn’t use it. So, we researched online […]
Our Baby is a Piano Keyboard Wizard!
October 19, 2014
Watch our own prodigy in action.. our baby is a piano keyboard wizard! See more videos at http://www.alanandmetok.com
Only In India
October 7, 2011
I always bring my video camera with me wherever we go so you never know what you’ll capture. In the course of a couple of hours as we made our journey from Bangalore to Kodaikanal we saw two interesting sites which I managed to capture on my camera. Firstly a family were travelling on a […]
Only In India
October 27, 2011
This is what we saw when we went to India – disregard for safety! Anyway, come and visit our blog at http://www.alanandmetok.com for more videos and other crazy stuff!
Old man and woman puppet in Museum of Animated Puppets in Lyon
September 15, 2011
Old man and woman puppet in Museum of Animated Puppets in Lyon
New House Ideas – Modern Contemporary Look
January 12, 2013
When we moved house we visited many kitchen, bathroom and furniture shops. We are interested in the modern contemporary look so most of the stuff we looked at was that style. This is the video slideshow of the pictures we took
Near Death Experience – Rafting in Nepal
April 29, 2013
This is the video of the final set of rapids on our white water rafting trip on the Trisuli river in Nepal where Metok fell out of the raft. Metok was a bit shaken up by this and claimed that she saw a white light! However, she made a fine recovery! Unfortunately the camera we […]
Muscle Testing with the Kinesiologist – do you believe it?
March 9, 2012
We were non-believers and actually hoped to disprove what Metok had mentioned to us. However, this really happened… He was able to make our arms weak and this completely confused our scientific brains!
Mozart scene in Museum of Animated Puppets in Lyon
September 15, 2011
Mozart scene in Museum of Animated Puppets in Lyon
Monster vs Chibetan – UFC Fight
October 18, 2015
Monster vs Chibetan in title fight for ‘Most Cutest’
Mogao Caves in Dunhuang, China
January 12, 2013
We visiting the Mogao Caves or the Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang, China. These buddhist caves had the most amazing sculptures and wall paintings and are hundreds of years old. We visited in 2012 during our China Trip. More details on our blog http://www.alanandmetok.com
Miami City Tours – The Swimming Pool
June 23, 2011
This was part of the Miami City Tours tour where the tour guide said that he would show us something special and it was this pool in a hotel (can’t remember which it was)! Apparently it is meant to be one of the largest hotel swimming pools in Miami
Miami City Tours – looking out of the window in the tour bus
June 23, 2011
I can’t remember what these buildings were.. if you know, let me know 🙂 Customer service research paper
Miami City Tours – looking out of the window in the tour bus
June 23, 2011
I can’t remember what these buildings were.. if you know, let me know 🙂
Miami City Tours – Cigar Shop and the Domino Games
June 23, 2011
The best cigar shop in Miami and where the locals in Little Havana play dominos all day.
Metok's Sky Dive video
May 31, 2013
Two days after receiving my video, Metok’s one finally arrived! As soon as it arrived, we put it straight on the big screen! Metok said that it was the most scary thing she has ever done so I wanted to see the look of fear on her face! However, on viewing the video she actually […]
Metok's Near Death Experience – Rafting in Nepal
April 29, 2013
I survived falling off a white water raft in Nepal, admittedly my most terrifying moment of my life! As I fell into the water, I lost my sunglasses and one contact lens; I crashed into the guy who fell off behind me; then hit my head on the boat and lost direction; saw white light […]
Metok’s Sky Dive video – Tandem Jump at the North London Sky Dive Centre
May 31, 2013
Read more: http://www.alanandmetok.com/metoks-sky-dive-video/ This was Metok’s sky dive video!
Metok Drives her new Car around London
April 21, 2013
Today Metok took her new car out for a spin.. well, it’s a new car for her but it’s a second owner one which we bought from my cousin who did a great job in fixing it up and everything else! He’s a car mechanic afterall! We bought the car a few weeks back […]
Metok – Press-ups in 30 seconds
June 25, 2011
Our press-up competition, who can do the most in 30 seconds
Marbella Corfu in Greece – Part 1 of our Holiday in Greece, October 2017
November 9, 2017
Part 1 of our trip to Corfu in Greece where we spent a week in October 2017. We stayed at the Marbella Corfu hotel
Malta and Valentines Day
February 16, 2014
Just thought I’d post a little about our Valentines weekend trip this year where we went to Malta. Malta is the southern most European country nearest to Africa and we were glad to escape the prolonged harsh winter in the UK. Just a weekend to wear a T-shirt was welcomed and we were so sick […]
Maldives Holiday – December 2013 – Part 1 – The Arrival
February 17, 2014
We went to the Maldives over the Xmas and New Year period in 2013. This was part 1 of our trip when we landed at Male airport and proceeded by speedboat to our Maldives island. The video shows our arrival to our hotel room! Visit http://www.alanandmetok.com to see more of our travel videos!
Maldives – Hightlight video – New Years Eve 2013
February 18, 2014
This is our highlight video of our trip to the Maldives. We went over the New Year and this was a very compressed video showing what we go up to! Visit our site for more videos: http://www.alanandmetok.com
Maldives – December 2013 – Part 2 – Gala Dinner and New Years Eve party
September 29, 2014
This is Part 2 of our Maldives holiday in December 2013. We paid the hefty premium for the Gala dinner and the New Years Eve party and countdown to 2014! Visit our website for more videos of our travels – http://www.alanandmetok.com
Making Turkish bread in Istanbul
May 16, 2012
We were in the Kebab restaurant Novak on the Istiklal Caddesi (Independence Avenue) and watched them make their tasty bread!
Making Tibetan Dumplings / Momos – Timelapse video
May 19, 2013
Making Tibetan Momos – Timelapse Made using: iPhone 4S Veho MUVI X-Lapse Pro Timelapse Pro iMovie
Making the perfect Moroccan Tea on a Rooftop Cafe on the way to the Atlas Mountains
January 4, 2013
Whilst on our journey to the Atlas Mountains, we stopped off at a rooftop cafe to make a Moroccan tea Visit our blog: http://www.alanandmetok.com
Making sure Grandparents know what to get on your 4th Birthday!
February 19, 2018
Our little girl is almost 4, she insisted on sending a message to the grandparents so that they are prepared for her birthday!
Louis Pasteur at the Museum of Animated Puppets ( Le Musée des Automates), Lyon
September 15, 2011
Louis Pasteur at the Museum of Animated Puppets ( Le Musée des Automates), Lyon
Looking through Peepholes – Volkswagon van
July 11, 2011
University of Bournemouth art, http://www.free-range.org.uk/
Looking through Peepholes – Truman Brewery
July 11, 2011
Truman Brewery, University of Bournemouth Art, http://www.free-range.org.uk/
Looking through Peephole number 5
July 11, 2011
At the Truman Brewery, University of Bournemouth Art exhibition
Looking through Peephole – Bournemouth Art University
July 11, 2011
Bournemouth Art University at the Truman Brewery
London Wetland Centre – Our visit in October 2014
January 9, 2015
Our visit to the London Wetland Centre in October 2014 – visit www.alanandmetok.com for more of our videos
Live Video Feed at Kathmandu Airport
May 27, 2013
We decided to leave our camera on during our departure at Kathmandu airport. One thing which I wanted to see is what would happen in the x-ray machine with the camera.. would it capture anything or would it wipe out my footage? Visit our blog for more videos: http://www.alanandmetok.com
Little Havana – Cuban music played in the streets
June 23, 2011
Wandering around Little Havana in Miami
Lion Dance, London China Town – 2012
January 29, 2012
I was having dimsum with some friends in the New Loon Foon restaurant when we saw the Lion Dance had appear directly infront of the Haozhan restaurant. We got a great view from where we are. The Lion dances in front of the shop and eyes up the lettuce which is bundled with Lai See […]
Lion Dance 2011 in London China Town – Chinese New Year
January 28, 2012
We were in the restaurant opposite (New Loon Foon) and saw the whole lion dance from the window! Happy New Year!
Lightspeed i-Helicopter : Take-off and Landing
March 11, 2012
I just received one of these remote controlled helicopters. It’s great fun! It’s a bit difficult to control initially but I’m sure I’ll get better with practice! This was my video to demonstrate my skill taking off and landing skills…
Less time talking, More time driving
September 14, 2011
I filmed Metok at her driving lesson. She spends way too much time talking before she finally pulls away!
Leaving for China – Missing our Flight to China
September 29, 2012
Our journey to get us to China started on the Saturday 25th August. It was a early PM flight leaving at 5pm which meant no crazy morning wake up.. in fact, it was nice and leisurely allowing us to wake up our normal weekend time and have a decent breakfast before departing. Our journey with […]
Landing in Singapore – Day 1
February 3, 2015
This was Day 1 of our trip to Singapore in December 2014. Sorry, not much happens on the first day… we were just settling in. See more of our videos at http://www.alanandmetok.com
Koutobia Mosque and Minaret in Marrakech, Morocco
January 5, 2013
The Koutoubia Mosque or Kutubiyya Mosque in Marrakech, Morocco For more info, look up the Wikipedia entry: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Koutoubia_Mosque
Kicking chesnut shells at each other in Richmond Park
October 21, 2012
Family love expressed via kicking fallen chesnut shells at each other!
Kathmandu Airport and putting a Camera through the X-Ray
May 29, 2013
My last video I made was when we were leaving Kathmandu to go home. I thought it would be interesting to leave my camera on at the airport and capture the process. The particular highlight was me leaving on the camera whilst in the X-ray machine! I wasn’t sure if it would fry my […]
July 2011 – Food Extravaganza
July 11, 2011
I wanted to Share pictures with you from my KODAK PLAYSPORT Video Camera, Zx5. The real KODAK MOMENT happens when you share. Thanks to Kodak’s new Share button, emailing and uploading pictures and videos, online is simpler than ever. Discover the simple way to share – www.kodak.com/go/sharebutton
Journey to Japan – Part 7 – Hakone, Togendai, Pirate Ship on Lake Ashi, Onsen in Ryokan
April 13, 2016
Our second day in Hakone and we decided to visit the Hakone Ropeway (or Cable car) except that due to volcanic activity, certain parts of it are closed. Anyway, we head via bus to Togendai and go up the first level, have a look around and then come back down! We had lunch in the […]
Journey to Japan – Part 6 – Imperial Palace, Hakone, Shinkansen (bullet train), Yamanochaya (ryokan)
April 9, 2016
Last day in Tokyo. We thought we could visit the Imperial Palace before we left and Metok led the way! So we travelled from Ebisu to Otemachi, stopping at Mos Burger for breakfast along the way and it was delicious. We didn’t stay too long at the Imperial Palace and soon made our way to […]
Journey to Japan – Part 5 – Shibuya Crossing, Hachiko, Cat Street, Omotesando, Kiddy Land
April 1, 2016
Our last day in Tokyo and we went to see the famous Shibuya Crossing and saw the Hachiko statue. Following that, we had a look in the Hello Kitty store where we bought something for baby (the items were so small, not for kids!). Walking around, we walked up Cat Street in Harajuku to Kiddy […]
Journey to Japan – Part 2 – Ebisu, Tsukiji Fish Market, Akihabara
March 21, 2016
Our first official day in Tokyo and we thought we would do some exploring of our own. Starting out from the appartment in Ebisu, we found a place where the salary men have breakfast.. a traditional Japanese noodle shop. After this we made our way to Ebisu station and navigated the Japanese Metro to Tsukiji, […]
Journey to Japan – Part 1 – Arrival into Tokyo
March 18, 2016
This is part 1 of our trip to Japan in Feb/Mar 2016. We leave from London to Gatwick Airport where we take our initial flight to Dubai. From Dubai we transfer to Narita Airport, Tokyo. We take the Airport Limo (as it’s called, but it’s actually just a coach) into Shinjuku. From there, we call […]
Journey to Japan – Meiji Jingu, Shinjyuku Gyoen, Asakusa, River Sumida Cruise, Hamarikyu Garden
March 25, 2016
Our second full day in Japan, we had a tour guide take us around. Hara Seiichiro was our guide for the day and he picked us up at our apartment first thing. He showed us his suggested itinerary for the day and we were happy to go along with it. The sites to visit were: […]
Jigme – Press-ups in 30 seconds
June 25, 2011
Our press-up competition, who can do the most in 30 seconds
Jessie J – Do It Like a Dude – Front Row view!
September 17, 2012
Jessie J’s gig at the Under the Bridge Venue. This was her first song for the night – Do It Like a Dude
Is it a Tibetan Apso?
June 23, 2011
Asking a random person about their random dog.. turns out to be a Shitzu dog
Introduction to the Gladiator Games
September 14, 2011
Introduction to the Gladiator Games at London Guildhall
Inside the Notre-Dame de Fourviere in Lyon
September 15, 2011
Very grand and there was a service happening as we were there inside the Notre-Dame de Fourviere in Lyon
Ideal Home Show – March 2012
March 29, 2012
Just walking around the Ideal Home Show at Earls Court, London
Iceland Highlights 2015 – Reykjavik, Golden Circle, Gulfoss, Blue Lagoon
April 9, 2015
Iceland Highlights 2015 – Reykjavik, Golden Circle, Gulfoss, Blue Lagoon This is our highlight video of our trip in April 2015! Wish the weather was a bit better but had a great time!
Hunch back of Notre Dame scene at the Museum of Animated Puppets ( Le Musée des Automates), Lyon
September 15, 2011
Hunch back of Notre Dame scene at the Museum of Animated Puppets ( Le Musée des Automates), Lyon
Huge Pillbug/Roly Pollie/Rollie Pollie found in India
October 29, 2011
We were at Bear Shola in Kodaikanal and came across this 2 inch insect which curls into a ball when frightened. Fascinating insect! Visit our blog at http://www.alanandmetok.com for more videos!
How to get more Reviews on Tripadvisor
January 6, 2013
Whilst ballooning in Marrakech, we learnt how to get more reviews on Tripadvisor! Haha!
How to Feed A Toddler – TRY THIS TIP!
October 31, 2016
All parents know how difficult it can be to feed your child – however, I found a way to get them to eat!
Hovercraft Experience in Sandwich, Kent
April 22, 2012
Last weekend (16th April) we had booked ourselves for an afternoon Hovercraft experience. It was quite a drive from London and we did arrive a tad early so we had a peek around Sandwich to see what there was to offer. To be quite frank, these little villages are indeed very little and there isn’t […]
Hot Air Balloon experience in Marrakech
March 23, 2013
This is the edited video of our hot air balloon experience in Marrakech with marrakechbyair.com The initial footage was shot using my Kodak Playsport and the latter footage which is much better by the Panasonic Lumix G2. Visit our blog at http://www.alanandmetok.com
Horse Drawn Carriages At Hampton Court Palace
April 7, 2012
This is the 12 minute ride of the horse ride at Hampton Court palace. We didn’t go on it but the horses were magnificent!
His Holiness the Dalai Lama at Royal Albert Hall
June 21, 2012
This is the first of the Tibetan folk dances at the end of the Dalai Lama talk at the Royal Albert Hall in London 2012
His Holiness Dalai Lama, second Tibetan dance
June 21, 2012
This is the second Tibetan folk dance after the Dalai Lama event at the Royal Albert Hall in London 2012
Highlights of Prague
November 19, 2015
Highlights of our trip to Prague in August 2015 Visit our webpage for more videos of our travels and adventures http://www.alanandmetok.com
