WHEN it comes to romantic getaways most will consider Paris and Santorini, but one took their partner on a trip to Wales.
After going on a romantic escape to Venice with his boyfriend, Ross Whyatt decided to return the favour by booking them on a Gavin and Stacey tour in Wales.
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The couple had just returned from a romantic getaway to VeniceCredit: Jam Press/@whyitsross
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Their next trip took them much closer to home, to WalesCredit: Jam Press/@whyitsross
Ross had just spent a relaxing weekend basking in the sunshine, sipping on Aperol Spritz and eating delicious pizza.
He was taken to the Italian city as a treat by his boyfriend, Riccardo Gugliermini.
As it goes in relationships Ross decided to do something equally as thoughtful in return – and decided to book a trip to Barry in Wales.
The pair had become big fans after watching the final episode at Christmas.
Ross revealed to What’s The Jam that they binged the whole series and as Riccardo had been “quoting it all year” it only felt right to visit.
Ross took to social media to document their experience revealing that on the tour, a knock-off version of Nessa welcomes guests on board a coach.
And they recite Smithy’s very lengthy Indian takeaway order.
There’s even a group sing-along to gets spirits high, and Riccardo showed off his Pam Shipman top.
It turned out not that many people knew about the tour with one commenting on Ross’ video: “Omg, I had no idea you could do a Gav and Stace tour with Nessa, this is mint.”
Another remarked that it was “the height of British culture.”
The real life of Barry Island made famous by BBC’s TV Series Gavin and Stacey
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The pair took a selfie outside of the Shipman houseCredit: Jam Press/@whyitsross
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Riccardo made sure to pick up all his merch tooCredit: Jam Press/@whyitsross
Ross added: “Riccardo came back home with all the merch, including a mug, magnet and t-shirt – we had the absolute best time.
“It’s part of the fun of being in a multicultural relationship, I’m slowly learning Italian and enjoying his cooking. I’ve introduced him to Greggs, Yorkshire puddings and a chippy tea.
“I’m also getting him into other British comedy classics, like Outnumbered, Peep Show and The Inbetweeners. But Gavin and Stacey is his favourite.”
Although Ross admitted that he’d rather do a week in Venice over a day out in Barry, Riccardo disagreed.
For anyone who wants to head over to do Barry to do some film location sight-seeing themselves, make sure to visit Trinity Street in Barry is home to the homes of Gwen, Uncle Bryn, and Doris.
On Barry Island itself there’s the famous Marco’s Cafe and the arcade where Nessa worked the slots.
Up the road is The Colcot Arms aka Smithy’s local Essex hangout and of course the Tadross Hotel which doubles as The Dolphin.
Here’s more about Barry from a local who lived there before it was made famous by Gavin and Stacey.
She reveals more about what Barry was like in the days of the Butlin’s resort on Nell’s Point
Here’s even more on Barry Island which is loved by huge Hollywood star has beachfront theme park and new attraction.
Here’s where you can find the Victorian pub where Gavin and Stacey’s final scenes were filmed.
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Barry is just as fun as Venice according to these twoCredit: Jam Press/@whyitsross