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Road Trip From England to Tenerife | 1,500 Miles With a Fiat on 177,000 Miles, towing a Motorbike!
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Күн бұрынThe day finally arrived! Monika and I packed up the Fiat 500, hooked the trailer up to the back, loaded up the Bonneville and hit the road for a new adventure in Tenerife.
This will be a road trip that consists of over 1,500 miles by land, and then fort hours by sea!
The Fiat started the journey on 177,000 miles, and with the Bonneville attached, it was right on the maximum towing capacity limit, and with the car itself full to the brim with our belongings, we weren’t 100% sure if it’d make it!
We boarded the ferry from the port of Dover on the south coast of England, and enjoyed some breakfast for the 75 minute crossing. The cost of the ferry for Monika, myself, the car and trailer, was £170.
The trailer was purchased second hand from eBay for £150- there’s loads of choice on eBay for used trailers at good prices!
These first two days were spent driving through France on their Peage motorways (I think it cost around £80 in toll charges to drive through France), and then into Northern Spain.
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Timeline:
0:00 - 5:47: Dover and the ferry to Calais
5:48 - 9:25: Calais and walk around the car and trailer
9:26 - 10:50: Drive through France to our first stop
10:51 - 14:09: Arriving at the chalet and dinner
14:10 - 18:05: Breakfast and chalet business idea
18:06 - 19:05: Bonneville on the trailer and leaving the chalet
19:06 - 22:10: Arriving in Spain and service station
22:11 - 25:45: Arriving at our accommodation for night two
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Locations:
Ferry Port: Dover, UK
Chalet for night one in France: Les Logis de la Seugne. www.booking.co...
Studio apartment for night two: Hotel Rural Tierras del Cid. www.booking.co...
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Filming and editing: @monikameraki (Instagram)
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Music:
Guy Trevino and Friends: Good Ol’ Days
Lofive: Coffee Stains
Yomoti: Flowers
La’Astronaut: She’s My Tummydiddelido
Sight of Wonders: The Happy Frenchman
Joe E Lee: Un Jour Entrange
John Runefelt: Just Grooving
Tomas Skyldeberg: Celebration of Life
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#roadtrip #eurotrip #tenerife
@SMSBJM1981 2 жыл бұрын
I envy this guy. He’s living in the moment. I am stuck living in my head. 😞
@mrjolly8680 2 жыл бұрын
Your always living in the moment.......all you have to do is notice it...👍
@gdfggggg 2 жыл бұрын
There’s only one person that can change that..
@kyndrydspyryt3867 2 жыл бұрын
Get out there and enjoy the world my friend
@anthonydowling3356 2 жыл бұрын
Anyone can do it ,even without a Monica .lol
@arokh72 2 жыл бұрын
@@anthonydowling3356 not if you don't have money friend. that's not something that easily changed for everyone, especially if they live somewhere where flying is the only way to see the world.
@frankr111th 2 жыл бұрын
Monika’s Accommodations booking skills are off the charts!👍🏾
@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you- I’ve shown this to Monika and she’s very happy to see this!
@adrianwilson44 2 жыл бұрын
Nice to get an update on your epic journey,look forward to part 2,nice accommodation,bet you can't wait to get back on the Bonneville when you get to Tenerife,safe travels👊🙂
@paulkearney4565 2 жыл бұрын
Great job Monica 👏pk
@mayimbe2198 2 жыл бұрын
I always observe different angles on these videos, thank you for the tour, but what strikes me, is watching Monica following you while you live your dream and she is just there to assist you, that is a faithful woman in love. Make sure you treat her well and take care of her, because those are rare and hard to find these days. A woman that will surrender her dreams, her life just to help that man follow his dream. I can assure you, going on those tours and adventures would be meaningless and pointless without Monica. It is great to have a life companion.
@bikeroffthebeatentrack 2 жыл бұрын
Sunday mornings with Freddie, favourite time of the week 👌I think we in the UK will always be mileage snobs. I remember learning to ride in the late 90s and my instructor saying he wouldn’t buy a bike with more than 25k miles as he reckoned that was a high mileage. Then I watch riders in the states making vids about riding trans america, without giving a second thought to the fact their machines have 150k+ miles on them. My grandad always drove older cars and was fond of saying a well maintained car with high miles is a much better buy than a low mileage car that’s only done school runs and therefore has never allowed the oil to get to it’s optimum working temperature. Safe travels my friends and looking forward to the next video 👍👍
@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын
I LOVE this, and 100% agree! Three out of the past four of my cars have had 160k+ miles on the clock (all ran perfectly), and the only one that didn’t was a diesel smart car with 39k miles that the engine blew up on and I had to sell for scrap 10 months after buying😨
@nickd2423 2 жыл бұрын
I subscribed right away and Im hooked. Enthusiastic presentation and great music. I'm living vicariously through you. Freddie, you've got a great presentation style.
@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Nick!🙂
@ineshtandon3304 2 жыл бұрын
I’m confident that faithful old fiat will munch down the distance like a champ
@vedder10 2 жыл бұрын
Such a wonderful video that highlights the beauty of Europe and freedom to travel. Life is definitely worth living.
@PremiershipPerusal 2 жыл бұрын
Stumbled upon this channel and its my new favorite, great videos! PS - audio sounds great!
@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын
Delighted you’re enjoying it and thanks very much for the audio feedback!🙌🏻
@fettlerjohn3419 2 жыл бұрын
Yes same here 👍🏼 ✨ ✨
@gavinwalding4707 2 жыл бұрын
Same here, bloody refreshing, subscribed Freddie 😀
@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын
@@gavinwalding4707 Thanks Gavin!:)
@JohnSmith-xf2rs 2 жыл бұрын
Yes man yes. You go Ole boy. Take your Monica and live by goodness live. I want to do it all again. I am happy living vicariously through now.
@peterhollis8291 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking us along on the adventure Freddie, cant wait for episode two.
@highwatercircutrider 2 жыл бұрын
Always cross your trailer’s safety chains. That way if the trailer comes loose the chains will cradle the tongue and keep it from hitting the pavement or worse, digging in on unimproved roads ( I know, it’s just an American thing )......ps. Ideally the chains should be hooked to the vehicle, not the hitch.
@ChristopherD-M 2 жыл бұрын
What a fantastic adventure! Living vicariously through you guys! Safe travels.
@habsom1406 2 жыл бұрын
Me too! Would love to do this road trip ending up in Tenerife for an extended period.
@yahoodlums 2 жыл бұрын
Your enthusiasm is so infectious. I can see your channel growing exponentially. Good luck on this new adventure and looking forward to the next installment.
@stevenjones3506 2 жыл бұрын
I stumbled across this video when I got myself stuck in a KZfaq hole last year! And this was the exact series of videos that inspired my roadtrip because I couldn’t believe the little Fiat made it with no issues! So I came up with the idea to drive a little Peugeot 206, that I bought for literally driving to work and back and nothing else, to Gibraltar! During planning the trip, it soon grew arms and legs, so in may this year we set off….and bounced our way through 10 countries, hitting autobahns, racetracks, Swiss passes, coast roads, camp sites….allsorts! Nearly 4000 miles we did altogether, without a single issue, and it was honestly the best thing I’ve ever done!👌🏼 If it hadn’t of been for this video, I would NEVER have thought of doing something like that!👌🏼
@JohnSmith-xf2rs 2 жыл бұрын
The sound quality has risen off the scale my friend . Super good investment for the channel.
@kiltymacsporran3808 2 жыл бұрын
Came across your channel while searching for the mutt motorcycle a few weeks back and can't get enough of your videos! You and Monika are great, you should have your own TV show! Good luck with the move and can't wait for part 2!
@richardnapier1992 2 жыл бұрын
I think you and Monika would make perfect b&b hosts/guides for biking holidays....on top of everything else you guys do!
@richardbarrett-peck8395 2 жыл бұрын
Morning gang, sound is still excellent. 177,000 miles on a Fix It Again Tomorrow you must be mad, but with both of your amount of enthusiasm you will get there in one piece. Hopefully safe journey take care
@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын
So glad the sound quality’s good!! I can’t believe how solid the Fiat is- not even a hint of a problem- I can’t believe a Fiat is the most reliable, highest mileage car I’ve owned!😆 Thanks Richard!🙌🏻
@marco-58 2 жыл бұрын
Love it. You are a perfect team. Your enthusiasm and excitement is infectious. Did Italy pre Covid in an Audi TT Mk1 solo with camping gear from Southport NW England. You have inspired me to plan for next year.
@keithriley3159 2 жыл бұрын
I envy you and your trip more. I was hoping to do the same but the dreaded C word got in the way
@jasonadams5187 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video and awesome content can’t wait for the next video Thanks Freddie and Monica
@stefoy87 2 жыл бұрын
Perfect Sunday morning watch 🙌 Kudos to you and Monika for still providing great content on what must be a pretty stressful (yet exciting!) journey. Very envious of your move, must be completely reinvigorating and very rewarding. Looking forward to watching you both tearing up that lovely Tenerife tarmac!
@BlackThor15 2 жыл бұрын
Good luck Freddie & Monika, best wishes and keep the great videos coming with more exciting adventures!! 👍👍
@petewebb6952 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent. Well done and a very pleasant presentation. Looks like you two are living your lives skilfully. Good luck…
@christopherking3937 2 жыл бұрын
Great seeing you wanting to embrace the Spanish language and culture. It will make your time in Spain much more enjoyable.
@ibez07 2 жыл бұрын
such a watchable easy manner u have, ur enthusiasm was absolutely infectious, i was grinning like an idiot throughout.
@darrenmcallister1307 2 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to following your road trip to Tenerife, audio is great!! Footage fantastic as always!! I have full faith in the little fiat it shall deliver you and Monika safe and sound!! Keep safe the both of you!!
@TinsonTour 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely hooked ... unbelievably we've just watched the episode of u getting the boat from Tenerife to Spain fully loaded then realised its a series so gonna settle down and binge watch 👍👍👍 Shaun and Faye
@benlawson6156 2 жыл бұрын
KZfaq recommended this to me, great job KZfaq. Excellent video, Freddie. Subscribed 👌
@Tianton1 2 жыл бұрын
I took a Piper Warrior out of Dublin and flew myself. Stopped off in Bristol, Bournemouth, Jersey, Nantes, Biarritz, Madrid, Badajoz, Jerez, Drove to Cadiz and got a Ferry to Lanzarote. Picked up another Piper Warrior there and flew to Tenerife South. Took me 3 weeks in total and really enjoyed it
@andrewknight9080 2 жыл бұрын
Will the little Fiat 500 make it? Well if it's fuelled by your enthusiasm Freddie, there's no way can fail! What a lovely couple you and Monika make. Enjoy the trip and stay safe both. Looking forward to watching your adventure unfold!
@colinpeters3809 2 жыл бұрын
You’ll make it, great adventure. Keep it coming both of you love the channel, good luck with everything 👍🏼
@colincampbell4983 2 жыл бұрын
Another great vid, love seeing the detail of service stations and accommodation. 'I'm so excited'
@jamalet-taheri9877 2 жыл бұрын
👍👍👍 Brilliant way to travel Done this route 6 time s London to Casablanca Thank you for all the work you both DO so we all can enjoy your v logs Jamal 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
@pete8222 2 жыл бұрын
Great video and very well presented, really enjoyed it! Looking forwards to pt2
@PopsAndPaps 2 жыл бұрын
Halcyon days … a foreign road trip with the one you love, AND your motorbike! Well done, Freddie. And thanks for taking us with you.
@jamesbrewer2398 2 жыл бұрын
What a fantastic video - thanks so much for sharing both. All this fun and you’ve not unpacked the bike yet… Let the adventures continue….
@turdferguson5108 2 жыл бұрын
Sure you´ll make it - small italian and french cars have one thing in common. As soon as all the bits meant to fall off has fallen off, the rest will go on forever. 👍🎅☀
@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын
I LOVE this!!! I’ve never heard of this, but I agree with it completely and will remember it!😃
@WalkWithMeTim 2 жыл бұрын
Just found your channel! loved this video now about to check out part 2
@rafaelcordoba13 2 жыл бұрын
I wish I had half of this guy’s excitement and energy with simple things. Inspiring video.
@JasonTongConsultancy898 2 жыл бұрын
Another great tour you take us on. Absolutely love these trips. Makes time on stepper at the gym less painful. Thanks to both of you.
@coratheexplorer1824 2 жыл бұрын
My absolute heaven driving to Spain with my new converted Campervan
@chrisking5495 2 жыл бұрын
Really enjoying this Freddie, thanks to you both for sharing this wonderful adventure 😊
@bonerfi9254 2 жыл бұрын
Found your channel last week, Freddie, and I have to say, it's an instant hit for me! Love your video style, editing and easy flow. You and Monica make a fantastic couple and great content. Thanks for channel, dude. Best of luck in Tenerife. 🍻 🍻 🍻
@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын
Really appreciate it, thank you!🙌🏻
@andyb3331 2 жыл бұрын
You really cant beat a road trip - spot on guys
@rafaelbin4595 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing follow your jorney!!!!!!
@chich22 2 жыл бұрын
I have to agree with previous comments… Watching this update on a Sunday morning is bliss and of course the Fiat will make it. I’m am jealous though that you’ve managed to break free from England haha. Love your music choices 😃.
@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!!🙂
@georgezuss2925 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely captivating, friend. I'm completely hooked.......well done! I think we are going to need a national holiday added to the calendar to celebrate when your little fiat makes it to your doorstep in Tenerife! How you manage to keep your excitement and positivity so full-on for such long arduous hours is an example to us all. Enjoy your travels friend, we're along for the ride. Safe journey, both....
@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much George! Nothing I love more than a road trip- every second of it!😃🖤🚗
@lewis_kelly 2 жыл бұрын
Usually skip through longer videos- didn't for this! Great video 👌🏻
@adrianwilson44 2 жыл бұрын
Nice to get an update on your epic journey,some fab accommodation,bet you can't wait to get on the bike again Freddie when you arrive in Tenerife,look forward to part 2,safe travels👊🙂
@fireflyrobert 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video thanks guys
@theg-man7868 2 жыл бұрын
No problem Freddie, Fiat, Monica, bike. Plenty of good food, gallons of coffee. Perfect planning. Piece of cake.
@Brian-tb1zs 2 жыл бұрын
What a terrific journey, spectacular views !
@simonchristie4117 2 жыл бұрын
£65 a night for that place! Fantastic! Good health and good luck to you both, look forward to seeing more ✌
@markhenry192 2 жыл бұрын
What an adventure. Very impressed by that little Fiat. Thanks guys.
@philedwards2679 2 жыл бұрын
Don't ever sell the Fiat, that car is amazing. Best of luck to the both of you in your new venture.👍 can't wait to see the new videos from Tenerife.
@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын
I’m thinking exactly that Phil- I now have a strange emotional attachment to the Fiat and I won’t be able to sell it!
@darrenwilliams3224 2 жыл бұрын
stumbled on your channel. This is the 1st video iv watched. Got to say your enthusiasm is amazing. After a long knackering week at work i feel energised by the content and pure enthusiasm better than strong coffee
@TerrainsAndTraditions 2 жыл бұрын
Very impressive 👏 👌 👍
@albertocebrian4976 2 жыл бұрын
Wellcome to my country!! I hope you really enjoy your trip and life here as much as we enjoy your videos.
@Richard_Barnes 2 жыл бұрын
Somehow popped up in my feed, so here I am and subscribed already! Very interesting, easy listening, fantastic enthusiasm, appreciate it 😃👍🏻 I’ll be into part 2 next……….
@oblahdes 2 жыл бұрын
As I mentioned my Wife (Isa) is from Spain. We are not ready to travel yet from Texas to her family , some from Burgos. She won't even look at you and Monica's trip. Even I feel nostalgic cause I lived there 1970-75. Great job as usual.
@VITORB82 2 жыл бұрын
Living the life. Subscribed!
@GlennO1961 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Enjoy. Oh, you already are. All the the best.
@schadheli 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing. I am loving this series a lot ❤️❤️❤️
@decayintheuk 2 жыл бұрын
the second viewing, I find this trip inspirational
@hughferrier5837 2 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed that. It is so interesting and very helpful. Have a great time. I'm a bit excited waiting for part 2.
@leewatkeys9065 2 жыл бұрын
Just got round to finishing watching the rest. You two are great entertainment and I love how enthusiastic you are all the time. Keep em coming 😎
@howardwatson2920 2 жыл бұрын
Wow so interesting. Well done. Thank you for sharing your journey.
@aidyf4215 2 жыл бұрын
Loving the road trip, safe travels
@wltrlg 2 жыл бұрын
So fun to follow you guys on your trip! God speed 🤙🏻
@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!🙂
@billbuckingham8288 2 жыл бұрын
Freddie l really do love your vids, they give me a different perspective on a journey l have done myself. Monica is very positive and helpful 🙂 as well. Keep up the greats vids. All the best to you both from Bill and Marigold!
@MarshalJose1 2 жыл бұрын
Fiat 500 👌.. good sound and video quality. Keep going. Love from India
@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jose!🙌🏻🙌🏻
@bannarak3949 2 жыл бұрын
I like watching your clip very much, the content, narrative, musics. I will become your fan from now on! from Thai viewer😃
@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын
Hello over in Thailand!!🙂. Thank you for the support!👋🏻🇹🇭
@stevieclee3309 2 жыл бұрын
“ is the car packed and ready Freddie?........don’t forget the block of wood!” 😆 What a fantastic adventure........really enjoy your channel 👌👌
@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын
And guess what- I left the plank of wood in the French chalet!!!😆
@stevieclee3309 2 жыл бұрын
@@FreddieDobbs I’m guessing it was a ramp for the Bonny?
@pabloglez-dorta5586 2 жыл бұрын
Very good video, as usual, excellent sound and very professional edition. Of course the Fiat will do very well. Enjoy the trip safely and welcome to Tenerife.
@bonsaigardenwithmarksander968 2 жыл бұрын
Most definitely I believe in the power of positivity 😀👍🏍🚙
@alanlake5220 2 жыл бұрын
Loving this Freddie, and your enthusiaism is infectious
@marcverdi665 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic! Thank you for taking us with you! I love this video’s “sign off” with the inclusion of Monika’s smile, wink and wave along with you. So friendly and inviting for your viewers. Looking forward to Part II!
@michaeldelaney5104 2 жыл бұрын
Great video safe journey
@i10gal 2 жыл бұрын
Just come across your channel and I am hooked and thoroughly enjoyed the three vlogs I have just watched. This is from a non car/bike enthusiast too lol. Really enjoyed your road trip from England to Tenerife, loved the accommodation you booked in France and the first one in Spain (well done Monica, a great find). I don't know how she can surf and be a passenger at the same time though, not something I can do. Really looking forward to watching more. Thanks for sharing and good luck in your travels. From Beautiful Bonnie Scotland :)
@garygoodger 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome videos, me and my partner are about to embark on the same trip over to Lanzarote for a few months! So your videos are a huge help 👍
@marcusakerlind6661 2 жыл бұрын
Starting to become my favorit channel. Keep up the good work and good luck on your journey.
@manfrombkk 2 жыл бұрын
Hell YES !!!! Freddie; Talent/Driver Monika; Production/Accomidation Scout.
@2081Jim 2 жыл бұрын
The adventure continues with “The little car that could”
@richardblaxley7398 2 жыл бұрын
Very enjoyable adventure so far! Keep up the excellent work guys.
@philbane2069 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I think you will get there no problems have a great time guys and stay safe
@dizheller2101 2 жыл бұрын
Wow! Seeing you bag those crispy-crackly fresh pastries made my mouth water! :)
@jonnysidebottom3095 2 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed watching this video. Love the music choices which compliments the mood at the time and heightens the viewing experience. One of the things I enjoyed most is I imagine that for most people watching this, your budgets (prices you are willing to pay), food choices & britishisms (if that is a word/term) are totally relatable.
@drew699 2 жыл бұрын
The rig will make it all ok. Bon voyage!
@88davidw Жыл бұрын
Love your channel. Just starting your Tenerife series!
@niallll 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video... you should have your own TV show!
@carstenweiland7896 2 жыл бұрын
Had a few FIATs and every single one was great, loved my 60hp Punto 1, it was so good on long distance driving after 12h there was no strain at all felt. The Uno Turbo was blistering quick, really can't say anything bad about FIAT. The Punto 3 was a bit too Corsa to me.
@rossburrow2813 2 жыл бұрын
Looking good guys! Well packed and I am confident you will make it OK Thanks also for the Mics, a great improvement.
@Sergio_Math 2 жыл бұрын
This is so cool! I just discovered your channel with the Bonnie-Interceptor comparison video. Tenerife is a great place. My mom lives there (and she rides motorcycles there too). FUn times!
@The1977andi 2 жыл бұрын
Great production on your videos, really nice to watch a channel which doesn't just put videos out for the sake of it, well done, and keep up the good work👍
@johnrussell616 2 жыл бұрын
Exciting times.Great film,can’t wait for next instalment.
@hetty43 2 жыл бұрын
Superb video. Fun and interesting to watch. Feel like I’m actually travelling. Brings back happy memories of many years of travel. I knew you were over optimistic to think you would make it from Calais to Spanish border in a day. France is a massive country. So much traffic passing through. The French always impress with their different types of accommodation. Light years ahead of us in the UK. I suspected you were around Burgos. Done those trips so many times and Burgos seems to be point when fatigue sets in and overnight stop required. You sum it up really well. The excitement of travel. The variations in the regions. Your narration and music and photography is excellent. Better than anything on TV. Thanks.
@andylee5418 2 жыл бұрын
Great video guys, I’m getting a proper excited buzz watching your adventure. Safe journey for the rest of the way and I look forward to part 2.
@1mikefrost 2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video.!
@stephenmundane 2 жыл бұрын
High on Life eh Freddie -- two thumbs up!
@greerbox 2 жыл бұрын
What a great video you two. Very jealous. Please get the indicator fixed Freddie, you don’t want to get nic nic’d put a dampener on the adventure. Looking forward to the next episode
@FreddieDobbs 2 жыл бұрын
Good point- I really should’ve done it before I left but completely forgot!
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