Irish Ferries Dublin Swift Dublin to Holyhead with a motorcycle

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5 жыл бұрын

A journey with my motorbike aboard the Irish Ferries Fast Ferry, the Dublin Swift, from Dublin / Baile Átha Cliath to Holyhead / Caergybi.
To see the outward journey aboard the Economy Class Ferry mv Epsilon, please see: • Irish Ferries Epsilon ...
We go through the journey through Dublin Port to the check-in booth, boarding, and the on-board passenger experience before disembarkation in Holyhead.
Having spent the weekend helping my friend settle into his new flat, I looked forward to a relaxing return journey, and it was indeed far more comfortable than the crowded outward journey.
I had paid £80 for the ticket, which represented a £25 premium over the cost of the regular ferry.
We were due to dock at 1030, yet it was 1100 before any announcement was made to inform us of an hour's delay due to engine failure. There was no mention of any refund of the premium, and I guess that is a chance you take when you pay extra to travel aboard the fast ferry service, as any mode of transport can be late.
I did not see where dogs and cats are transported, but they are not allowed in the passenger spaces (except Assistance Dogs, of course).
For more info on the craft, see www.irishferries.com/uk-en/sh...
The following music tracks were used in the production of this video (in order):
A Dusty Road
That's My Wave
Sunday Plans
Stale Mate
That's My Wave
All of these are free of charge to download and use from the KZfaq Creator Suite.

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@jdooris83 5 жыл бұрын

Just come back from Ireland and used the new Dublin Swift for the first time. Never got to sail on the original but my first impression of the new ship was impressive. Comfortable sailing, swaying halfway over the Irish Sea which is expected. Car deck a bit tight, great food, comfortable seating. But overall really enjoyed it. I’ll definitely be using Dublin Swift again in the near future

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

Good to know, cheers John!

@RohanTheBT 5 жыл бұрын

The best welcome home is always from a dog!

@Simon67316 5 жыл бұрын

He loves you so much Andrew, which is a reflection of how well you look after him. It’s great to see such a happy dog.

@colinrimmer9154 5 жыл бұрын

What a welcome home it can’t be beaten, one happy little dog.

@tuur 5 жыл бұрын

I Miss the thanks for tuning in part ;-) but Dougal smile in the end was priceless :-)

@sirfulham 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrew, what a contrasting ferry experience, much less stress. That's the one for me!

@debsbird8693 5 жыл бұрын

Great video thanks for taking us o. Your journey 😊 and there is nothing like a welcome home from your dog when you have been away - my two schnauzers do that even when I’ve only my gone to put the rubbish out! 😂

@shaunnicholson5389 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Love your caravan related vlogs but super happy to simply follow you doing what you do given your wonderful personality. Thanks for allowing us to 'Tune In'!

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

Aww, cheers Shaun! Thanks for coming along for the ride!

@LisaMarli 5 жыл бұрын

Bummer Master Dougal could not come with you. But what a greeting! What a happy dog. 🐶 ❤ 🎉

@joesrvhome 5 жыл бұрын

That looks fun...boy was Douglas happy to see dad home!

@itroy3039 5 жыл бұрын

My word You sure get around Andrew I'm going to Croatia on the weekend Looking forward to tracing some of your footsteps..

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Enjoy!

@bernievielwerth1953 5 жыл бұрын

I love the greeting you got from the dogs. Cheers Bernie in palm springs California

@richardjfaulkner3811 5 жыл бұрын

thats a welcome back that only a dog can give you.

@hayard61 5 жыл бұрын

I just love Dougle. Bless him.

@joann5157 5 жыл бұрын

Your "welcome home" was the BEST!!!

@GaetanHobby 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrew for another great vidéo 😉😉😉😉

@saradavis7136 5 жыл бұрын

We travelled on the Dublin Swift in June. We booked before this boat replaced the Jonathan Swift and paid extra for specific seats which of course didn't exist on the new boat. No refund for that either! And we were also an hour late but that was due to it being foggy I think so no compensation for that either. Nice enough ship but to be honest I think the Jonathan Swift was better.

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

Interesting to know, thanks!

@stoeydude2000 4 жыл бұрын

I'm looking to travel from Liverpool to tipperary with my wife later on in the year. It was a trip my mum and dad did together when they got married back in the 60's. Sadly my dad isn't here to watch me follow in his footsteps but my mum thinks it's an awesome idea. I'm hoping to find the exact location of a milage sign that my parents took just to prove to the people back home that they managed to travel from Liverpool to tipparey on a lambretta.

@bristolcelt7816 3 жыл бұрын

Did you manage it

@ivanlynch2504 3 жыл бұрын

Mate, I love this. Great photography. I live in Dublin overlooking the bay. Everyday I see the ferries arrive and leave, regular as clockwork. Since March we're all stuck on this little island, and as much as I want to, I can’t get on any of those ships !! However, we’re safe and healthy. Please post more travelling by sea stuff (you may have loads already, I’ve yet to trawl through your archive). Thank you, I love every detail of your ship experiences.

@andrewjditton 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ivan! As I live in the Hebrides most of my ferry content is CalMac, but there are a few international trips there too. Just not as many as I'd like, as my options for taking my dog Dougal with me up on deck (he stresses if left in the car) are very limited. On this trip he stayed home. Cheers!

@anthfax 2 жыл бұрын

Ha great video, love the dogs at the end 😀

@meekeykamira2187 5 жыл бұрын

Dougal is happy your home...yay Please take him next trip😃

@paula.jackson5463 5 жыл бұрын

wow what a greeting!

@andreabalderstone4272 5 жыл бұрын

I think Dougal was pleased to see you 😁

@andylawn9521 5 жыл бұрын

Another fine video. We're there no handy mirrors on the ferry😂 Dougal was happy to see you, was worth it just for that!

@jf6395 5 жыл бұрын

nothing like coming home to a friendly face and a cold wet nose;-)

@nightwolf1592 5 жыл бұрын

Yes I can just see you becoming a Hells Angle. British Caravan Chapter. Live to tow, tow to live and all that.

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

HAHAHA!!!! Sleep all night. Nap all day. Party Never! ;@)

@CliffDaviszootour 5 жыл бұрын

Nice to see Dougal give you more than a disdainful stare.

@markpullinger7324 5 жыл бұрын

Great welcome home 🐶 What happened in the middle on your 10 day ride around love to see 😊

@pwaulski 5 жыл бұрын

That's one happy Dougal

@onemanandhiswhippet 5 жыл бұрын

Enjoy that 😀 you need to do more like that I can’t help thinking that you must be a bit stiff after riding that bike in the wrists (I use to have the same bike) I was ok for about 50 miles Regards Dave, Jo and Louie 👍😀🐾

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

I amazed myself Dave, it wasn't too bad at all. I broke the journey plenty (helped by the 100 mile range!) and when possible would take my right hand off the throttle and wring it out a little. What's even more incredible is that that is with a 2 into 1 exhaust! Just lucky I guess - I have to get SOME good stuff to make up for the bloody migraines!

@onemanandhiswhippet 5 жыл бұрын

Andrew Ditton LOL good man 👍😀🐾

@janefromthecountry1820 5 жыл бұрын

Great video! Greetings from Wisconsin, USA! MacDougal welcome kisses are priceless! Thank you for taking us along on the journey, Andrew! ♡

@lexosney6432 3 жыл бұрын

I miss the welcome my Jack Russell used to give me very much like your black and white in the video!

@ianotimelord 5 жыл бұрын

The Epsilon is the only ferry from Holyhead that is stern loading only. Irish ferries Ulysses is ro-ro as well as Stena's Superfast X & Adventurer.

@anthonycbrown1952 5 жыл бұрын

As a fellow U.S. motorcycle rider I am jealous as to how accommodating the services (road & ferry) appear to be for travel. Can you tell me more about the music playing @<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="345">5:45</a>? It has a mystical and ethereal quality to it.

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Anthony, the music details are in the description and you can enjoy a search fest in the KZfaq Creator Suite :)

@willsgetoff1157 5 жыл бұрын

Loved something a little different, I assume there are just kennels on the swift ferry to?

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

I think so, I didn't see anything myself.

@TeddyWandererCamera-Bear 5 жыл бұрын

Looks like you should stick to Cal Mac :D So nice to see your welcoming party :D Teddy

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, CalMac is the best!

@timward3539 5 жыл бұрын

Andrew - I didn't see any provision for dogs in the seating areas. I assume they are not allowed? We would like to go to Ireland but have a dog which suffers greatly from separation anxiety and would not manage being left for this amount of time. Have to keep going to Arran I guess!

@DesmondsDonders 5 жыл бұрын

What better welcome home could you get :-)

@annettefournier9655 5 жыл бұрын

At least it looked like a more comfortable ferry.

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

It was indeed!

@m.b.g.musicproduction9658 5 жыл бұрын

Who cares about being late, when you get a welcome like that...….Sometimes life is just......Great!

@victorkent768 5 жыл бұрын

Oh that was quick. Disappointed you did not show us your ride around Ireland. Not on the agenda. Although more intetested in bikes than ferry crossing. More likley to take caravan to Ireland than my old GS1000s. I now know some more info on the crossing. Thanks andrew

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

I went to Ireland to help my best friend move into his new apartment, that's all.

@ncplantdoctor 5 жыл бұрын

Dougal at the door -- what a wonderful greeting and welcome home. Do you wear leathers for the safety or the protection from the elements or is it both? In 27 years of fire and EMS I have seen people who laid a bike down in jeans, and it wasn't pretty.

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, mainly safety. Especially on this 800 mile round trip. It wasn't fun when the temperature hit 32 centigrade on the way home, but I don't fancy the consequences of a tumble without the protection.

@jamesh2436 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Andrew thanks again for a very informative and interesting video. Can I ask what model motorbike do you have as that’s an awesome machine. Hoping to get a bike myself one day of the wife allows! All the best !

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

Hi James, that's a Triumph Thruxton, based on the Bonneville. It's the 'old' type (2013) but I love it. Good luck!

@jamesh2436 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrew, certainly looks a mean machine! All the best

@bluejeans98 5 жыл бұрын

What is the rucksack thingy you had Dougle in on the video going to Ireland. Looking to get a moped and need something for our little one to travel in. He already adores the motorhome, on the back of a bike should be interesting.

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

I got it 7 years ago from a company called Outward Hound. The goggles are called Doggles, and the bandana by puppybandana.co.uk. Happy searching!

@bluejeans98 5 жыл бұрын

That is so cool. If your ever up Manchester way let us know.

@typhoontim125 3 жыл бұрын

@ <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="478">7:58</a> Great!! :-)

@mohibj 4 жыл бұрын

Do they check your passport either direction on this ferry?

@scabthecat Жыл бұрын

Worst crossing ever on this vessel shortly after it's debut. I think the high sided catamaran design is just not good in bad weather. At one point, I wasn't alone in thinking we were about to capsize. Nowadays, Irish Ferries seem to have no problem standing down the Swift at the first sign of bad weather.

@simonhackett4471 5 жыл бұрын

You are lucky it was just late, the number of times we have turned up for the swift and it was cancelled, usually some reason given, but I think they just put you on the Ulysses if they don't have the numbers to justify the fast boat and big boat running together. We normally travel out of season, it happens a lot. Never got a refund on the premium for the fast service. Stenaline all the way, yep its longer. Last time I come home on a bike I bought in England I got the ferry Fishguard to Rosslare, got a cabin, it is a long one but the cabin had TV, and tea and coffee. The dog situation is terrible on all the Irish sea crossings. I just can't recommend Irish Ferries other than you need a 2hr crossing, and hoping that it runs.

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

It's crazy, it would only take ONE operator to offer a couple of dog-friendly cabins (like Brittany Ferries) or a dog-friendly lounge area (like CalMac) and they'd clean up on the canine traffic on the Irish Sea.

@rogerwaldram4295 5 жыл бұрын

Fascinating. I would love to know how you shot this. Is it gimble & iPhone or something fancier? Gymble gimbol gimble - is spell checker right,😎❤?

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Roger, this was shot mostly on a Sony FDRX3000 either attached to the helmet or in the palm of my hand. Other footage was with the Canon G7X and a couple of 'quick' shots with the iPhone 7 Plus. No gimbal was used! I have a posh gimbal for my Sony A7Sii that I used for some exteriors of the Adria Launches a few weeks back.

@rogerwaldram4295 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrew. I have an old Canon EOS 20D not used in years & abandoned my iPhone for a Samsung Note with which I check my blood-sugars (without blood) using the Libré app & a sensor. TMI. When you walked up the stairs on the ferry-though it must be a gimbal since the camera did not go up & down! Enjoy your vlogs-sorta vicarious adventuring whilst our 5 year old Hymer is having cambelt replaced-bit of a swizz-only 8000 miles BUT with Fiat has to be done every 70000 miles OR 5 years! Oh well...

@ciciomari206 5 жыл бұрын

I went on one

@sandrabebbington4422 5 жыл бұрын

Not a ringing endorsement of the Irish Ferries. We used Stena and they seem marginally better apart from the kennels which were worse!

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

Oh dear. I'll be trying another operator if I go again, mainly to see how it compares.

@sandrabebbington4422 5 жыл бұрын

Their kennels were wire cages, lashed to the vehicle deck by the front.

@chriscars3578 5 жыл бұрын

Sandra Bebbington . We used Irish Ferrys for years used them last month and the service was crap

@francismcdonnell753 3 жыл бұрын

Did you drive straight through & avoid paying the toll in Dublin?

@antster1983 2 жыл бұрын

The East-Link Bridge is toll-free for motorbikes.

@lucaazim7210 2 жыл бұрын

Love this video but, Irish Ferries con you into going on the slow boats if even 1mph wind because of “adverse weather” In relation to losing one of the engines, same thing happened on Stena this year on a slow crossing taking over 4 hours to go the other way to you and no apology at all or refund!

@walterh.schreiber5361 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video again. I did not like the way you fastened your bag to the bike though. Very wiggly. Better to use something like Rok Straps. Cheers

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

I admit I don't like bungee straps (I think they are dangerous if they hit you in the face) but it was a question of using what I had as this was the first time I'd toured on the bike in about 10 years.

@ImTheDudeMan471 5 жыл бұрын

2nd approval for tiedown "ROK Straps" (Hybrid bungee/strap/buckle). Just enough stretch to keep rear bags snug if something moves in the bag. I'm really happy to see you on the MC, it can get the blood flowing and your mind cleared of stress.

@99757429 2 жыл бұрын

interesting video. i have a question. do i need to show my passport or any form of id at the border? i wont be taking any vehicle with me

@andrewjditton 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, this video was shot before Brexit so unfortunately I'm not qualified to answer that. Best ask Irish Ferries direct. Cheers.

@Lner1922 Жыл бұрын

@@andrewjditton No you do not need a passport if you are a UK citizen entering the Republic of Ireland.

@DerekTJ 3 жыл бұрын

Is my fear of my bike slipping on the ferry irrational?

@andrewjditton 3 жыл бұрын

No, it's not irrational. BUT... I've done many, many ferries with the bike including Greek island hopping, and it's never happened. Just take it slow, and feet out, not on the pegs.

@katcankan7129 5 жыл бұрын

🖒

@MojoUX 5 жыл бұрын

@rajanasir3078 3 жыл бұрын

Dublin to Holyhead 74 miles

@rajanasir3078 3 жыл бұрын

KZfaq videos From Dublin to Holyhead on good

@rajanasir3078 3 жыл бұрын

Danalyn are you still live with I went off

@bobfitzpatrick947 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Andrew, Well you know I'm a huge fan of yours, & I love your vlogs, etc,... But these boat crossing are, well weak just weak.... The all to brief welcome home Dougal segment was, all too brief. I'm a very loyal fan Andrew, 🇺🇸🇬🇧👬💞🐐😘

@bobfitzpatrick947 5 жыл бұрын

P.S.Hi Andrew, Your vlogs have a high standard, the vast majority are creative genious, both visually with pleasurable commentary, interspersed with fabulous music, & of course Dougal the ⭐ that he is! Your a great talent with a tremendous heart for most things, or at least you convey that in your vlogs! Your KZfaq Subscribers are continuing to climb, so perhaps one should not try to fix something that isn't broken! 🇺🇸🇬🇧👬🌈💞😍😘😘

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

Cheers Bob! Yes, I'm just going to keep it as it is - honest and credible and real. Thanks for your continued support, I really appreciate it :)

@helenaville5939 4 жыл бұрын

IMPRESSION Given Is That No No INFORMATION PROVIDED So As As To To Avoid COMPLIMENTING The Irish It's A British Thing

@rajanasir3078 3 жыл бұрын

The dog what is the dog

@gwarlow 5 жыл бұрын

And a special shout out to the 6 (people?) who, at the time of this comment were unhappy enough with their own lives, that they disliked a video about a guy riding a motorcycle, being aboard a ferry, and a happy homecoming to his best friend. I hope that each of your lives improves dramatically. Cheers. Thanks for the video Andrew... Great to see you and Dougall reunited!

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

Ha ha! Exactly Gordon, but the warming thing is that these interactions help the video climb the KZfaq algorithm, so these sad folks are actually achieving the opposite to what they intend. Hilarious! :)

@captsam54 5 жыл бұрын

They should have offered a discount right away. Not your fault they lost an engine when u paid for premium time.. Scallywags...

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

Scallywags indeed!

@rajanasir3078 3 жыл бұрын

Dublin Lighthouse wanna meter pole 20m

@chriscars3578 5 жыл бұрын

Does anyone else have problems getting in touch with Irish Ferrys I find there service is totally crap

@helenaville5939 4 жыл бұрын

QUITE The OPPOSITE Been TRAVELLING With Them For Many Years EXPERIENCE POSITIVE A Always

@rajanasir3078 3 жыл бұрын

57 minutes

@CarlJones14 5 жыл бұрын

This engine failure thing is a scam & I think it has something to do with saving fuel so they can take on more fuel in a cheaper port/country. Maybe I am wrong but I've experienced this twice in the past on fast Channel crossings.

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

Hmm, it makes you wonder, doesn't it?

@dengels1957 5 жыл бұрын

why do you put Dougal through all that agony, mate he needs you to be there for him............just giving you shit.......I am enjoying your vids and I know you can't take your dog everywhere. But I still feel sorry for him, he is just the bomb!!!!

@andrewjditton 5 жыл бұрын

Oh rubbish, he gets bored of me and loves getting spoiled by his Nan while beating up her Dobermann when he's bored! ;@)

@dengels1957 5 жыл бұрын

hahaha good repost man

@Hino992 2 жыл бұрын

Too much needless noise, just over a minute was all I could edure.

@bettytureaud 5 жыл бұрын

I don't find Ferries sexy

@KeithApp 4 ай бұрын

What is point? Its not that much faster than a conventional ferry, and in your case (even with the p0rno music on the video) it was about the same speed anyway.

@rajanasir3078 3 жыл бұрын

Dog