Booking.com Scam - Its all gone wrong - Why have i been absent from YouTube

[@wiseguyrob2005]

I never ever pay anything with a bank transfer. Amex or credit card everytime. If they won’t accept it I’ll book somewhere else.

[@Saddlebags73]

Savage! I can only imagine how frustrated you must have been. Thanks for the heads up.

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks bud 🙏

[@scottydog4115]

Good to see you back, Nick. We all appreciate your channel, and the heads up you’ve given us. Keep up the great videos and ride safe. All the best. 👍

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks Scott, 🙏 hope all is well with you

[@gazoutabout]

Really appreciate the heads up Nick, will not be using them again until they sort out their issues. Sorry to hear about your bad luck stint matey.

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks Gaz. 🙏

[@tvdinner325]

I use the big websites to find the hotel I want, then call and book my stay with the hotel directly. Those sites will never help if you have a problem.

[@MsDenver2]

I’m so sorry for you and family, it’s awful what these vile people do. I’ve been scammed a few times recently but only for a couple of hundred pounds so I understand how you feel, I’m 64 and always thought I couldn’t be scammed. Good to see you filming again 👍🏍️

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks Donna 🙏

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Oh mate I thought I was having a shit time but no idea you’d been through that on top of this weekend. I am still gutted this didn’t happen for us and I’m frightened to suggest trying it again……at the moment! We shall ride again Nick. 🤗😉🏍️

[@sonkaldo]

Im so sorry you had to go through that. Annoying as it is remember your health and family first. Everything else is second. Take care love your videos. 👍👍🇦🇺

[@MOTOUK1]

Cheers 🍻

[@Motormad196]

Never rains but it pours as they say. We almost got scammed by a low life who reckoned he owned a residential park in Cornwall and was taking peoples life savings off them . Fortunately my solicitor saved me by doing certain enquiries about the so- called five star park, and eventually the low life ended up doing time for it, but people never got a penny back. So could have been worse for you, if that’s any consolation. Thank you for the update, much appreciated.

[@johnheaney414]

Sorry to hear about your problems Nick, things will get better for you i am sure

[@MOTOUK1]

Many thanks John 🙏👍 onwards and upwards

[@davidker7256]

Thanks for the info, sorry it's happened to you. Have now deleted the app. Never will use it again.

[@SteveDuncan-ix7xk]

Hi Nick, thanks for sharing and sorry to hear you’ve had a shit few weeks. Keep your chin up mate, we’re with you and appreciate all you do.

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks buddy 🙏

[@martingreen109]

Hi nick great to see you back but really sorry to hear about the scam you've been through. Credit to you nick for putting it out there to save other people from the same heartbreak these horrendous people cause to hard working people like yourself. Wishing you and the family nick all the best moving forward.

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks Martin 🙏 looking forward and to more positive

[@wheeliemalc]

Sorry for the bad run of luck Nick, chin up you do some great stuff for us.

[@MOTOUK1]

Many thanks 🙏

[@TheNakedBikers]

Hey Nick You must have felt gutted after that terrible experience. Karma will repay that scumbag many times over. Ignore the trolls too. Please don’t let the bastards get you down! Look forward and onward. Staying tuned for the future vids. Ride safe and see you soon on the channel. All the best, Len

[@MOTOUK1]

Cheers Len 🙏👍

[@cmii9966]

So sorry to hear about the trip and appreciate the heads up. I just removed my CC and will not use them for the time being.

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks and yes don’t leave any cc on their file as these scams and data breach have apparently been ongoing since 2023

[@ticthedog6095]

Sounds like if it wasn’t for bad luck you wouldn’t have no luck at all ☹️ Hopefully things will change soon and you will be back on a roll of good luck 🍀

[@MOTOUK1]

Luck has changed since thanks 🙏

[@MickBoswell]

I only know you from your content over the years but anyone can tell that you are a positive and pragmatic individual who has no doubt seen much worse in life before. It's a moment in time that will fall to the back of your mind soon enough. It's positive of you to share these scams with us so we can hopefully avoid such like. Others would be too embarrassed to do the same. Onwards as you say and let's have some more of your inspirational stuff.

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks Mick 🙏👍 moving on 👍😄

[@wlskyrme2193]

I will never book with them again after being double booked and told to sort it out myself!

[@garysatterthwaite3751]

Feel for you Nick, I hope things pick up for you soon. Please look after yourself and your health after all this stress. All the best to you!! 🤞🍺🍻

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks buddy 👍🙏

[@hotdoug1000]

That's dreadful news Nick, sorry to hear about the holiday issue. Easier said than done but try and take it calm, at least it was only money, it could have been something else far, far worse. Karma. It'll come. Unlucky about Dave and the trip. Hope the rest of the week is easier than it's been.

[@MOTOUK1]

Cheers buddy 👍🙏

[@fraserwaugh2216]

Sorry to hear your bad luck, I can't ride my bikes at the moment due to health, things can be frustrating, hopefully better soon

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks Fraser, sorry to hear about your health, hope you get better soon

[@davidwaddington9414]

I am absolutely speechless, how all that can go down in such a short time, sending good thoughts to you and hope your trip abroad makes up for it, a coffee when you are free will go down very nicely, cheers Nick.

[@MOTOUK1]

Cheers David 🙏 yes have to meet up soon grab a coffee ☕️ maybe once I get the boat up to fleetwood in early May 👍

[@davidwaddington9414]

@@MOTOUK1 coffee on board ?

[@MOTOUK1]

Why not 👍

[@mphigham1963]

Oh Nick that`s just bloody awful, all of it ! I knew Dave was going to Tenerife but didn`t realise you were on the trip. I feel really pissed off for you Pal, I`d have been raging for weeks I`m sure. On a better note I`ve been out several times the last week or so on my bike, it`s been a very cold wind mind, so glad I had full winter gear on ! I`ll bump into you somewhere in the North West I`ve no doubt ps things can only get better 😄😄

[@drdoolittle5724]

Very sorry and I am now more nervous, like you I am a big Booking fan with quite a few bookings to go, now trembling!

[@MOTOUK1]

After the experience I had with them, nearly 20 hrs of calls and 100 messages, it was only when I took it to social media that they started talking to me. I will not use them again… I have also heard people having similar issues on Expedia. I will from now find and contact hotels and properties direct moving forward.

[@drdoolittle5724]

@@MOTOUK1 just telling wife about your travail and believe, 'is paying through Booking safer'? Have never paid outside their control and touch wood no problems yet?

[@MOTOUK1]

@@drdoolittle5724 Hi 👋 So i have had many comments and people reach out to me since, telling me their stories and how even when paying booking direct they have turned up at apartments and hotels only to find out someone living in apartment and its not even rented, or hotels saying sorry we have no booking. When i have called booking over 40 times now, i get put through to a different person every time from their customer service teams that are remote all over the globe, think i have spoken to at least 10 different countries now off the one uk number they provide on their site. Really poor service zero infact and wont go near again.

[@mum-0217]

Nick, that's just really bad, it seems like one thing after the next and nothing working out! I do hope you get your money back from the Bank if possible. I did miss you not posting anything up but now I see why after the shit you have been through! Just take your time and hope to see some footage from the boat when you can. Kind regards, Mike.

[@MOTOUK1]

Many thanks Mike 🙏

[@MrDarcy-OlMan]

We wondered where you’d got to. That’s rotten luck! Fingers crossed that it all works out and you get all your money back. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@MOTOUK1]

Yes been an up and down few weeks, fingers crossed but I doubt I will. Summer sun is coming, always better with a bit of sun and warmth 👍🙏

[@NooBiker]

Sorry you had all these problems. My sister used to work at Booking (in HR) a few years ago and I've booked many properties through them, including all my accommodation for the France tour last year. I guess it's the more expensive listings that are targets. I'm always very weary of paying with anything other than a credit card. Hope you get it sorted

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks Buddy 🙏👍

[@cooky03]

Horrendous news Nick, hope you have a quick turnaround in fortunes and enjoy the coffee

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks buddy 🙏👍

[@chalkphil]

What an absolute stinker of a few weeks you've had! It's absolutely awful when something like that happens, and to have actually got to the villa with all your family too...awful. Tell you what though, I know it's a cliché, but honestly, money is nothing compared to health - so long as you and your loved ones are fit and well then everything else will sort itself out. Take care, good luck moving the boat, and look forward to your big Turkish adventure!

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks Phil, yes health is way better and more important 🙏👍

[@paulabraham8724]

Hopefully things will get better soon.

[@MOTOUK1]

Hope so 🤣👍

[@RobLittleuk]

Ouch ouch ouch !! Astonished the bank were cooperative - mercy me.

[@user-fv1576]

Thanks for the video and warning . Bikes and boat . You must be making a few bob! 😂❤

[@shaunlayton9814]

You know what mate I’ve been down this last few weeks I’ve just had total hip replacement and can’t ride my bike for another week can’t wait but with being over 60 I’ve bad a poo screening on my mind but it’s just come back all clear at least we live to ride again 👍

[@mikepopelka2349]

What a nightmare! If something like that had happened to me I would probably have had my head blow up! Good to hear you are getting some of your investment back.

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks Mike 🙏

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Bloody hell Nick. What a roll of bad luck 😢. Summer (🤞) is on the way, think positive, hopefully many hours of motorcycling and sailing. All the best.

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks Ian 🙏 onwards and upwards 👍

[@robg9379]

Horrendous news Nick 😱. I would recommend keep writing to the CEO & don't give up! We had a bad experience with Inghams on a holiday & were getting nowhere with phone calls & emails so kept writing to the CEO & thankfully he ended up resolving it. Keep your head up & stay positive you deserve some luck & all of your money back 💷. Ride & sail safe 🏍️⛵

[@MOTOUK1]

Cheers Rob, I won’t give up 👍🙏

[@braddennett5912]

Don't let it get you down, all the very best.

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks Brad 🙏

[@Tony79Mud]

The scam is also on Expedia .Same thing happened to us in December but it was through Expedia in Marrakesh . Turned up at 9pm to a riad , no booking !

[@MOTOUK1]

I’ve heard that too, it’s getting to stage where all sites are scammed.

[@thecrowfliescrooked]

I just lost 300 Canadian to some scumbag scammer. I know it's nothing compared to your loss but just amazing that the world is turned to shit these days and you can't trust anything or anyone.

[@MOTOUK1]

Sorry to hear

[@torheim2487]

Sending some positive vibes from Norway ❤️

[@MOTOUK1]

Cheers 🍻

[@icemodica7118]

Hi Nick, what a sorry tale, there are some real b*******s about who are too lazy to earn their money honestly. Sorry you got caught. However, no physical damage so that’s good. Anyway, I will be looking forward to your next video with better news hopefully.

[@MOTOUK1]

Many thanks 🙏

[@peterlewis4978]

What a frustrating situation!! i too have been scammed a couple of years ago, sadly it's an increasing trend. We are all be encouraged to use on line banking etc, but the scammers are having a field day, and it's only going to get worse. Anyway riding your Tiger should be good therapy. Love you videos, keep them coming.

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks Peter, more sun would help 🤣🙏

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks Peter 🙏 need more sun ☀️

[@johnbarker9448]

It never rains but it pours. I feel for you. Saving grace is that its not health related.

[@MOTOUK1]

Correct yes 👍

[@stuart4024]

Forearmed is forewarned as they say ,cheers Nick for the tip off..

[@MOTOUK1]

Your welcome 🙏

[@andrewhey84]

Sorry to hear about the shit you've had Nick. Thats the problem these days, people can rob you from hundreds of miles away. Won't be using them again! Keep ya chin up mate 👍

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks Andrew 🙏

[@disco41]

We get knocked down then get back up again. Things will be better ride safe Nick👍👍

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks yep your right 👍

[@MOTOUK1]

Cheers 🍻

[@disco41]

@@MOTOUK1 🍻

[@SBKPete]

What a run of bad luck. 😬 They do tend to come in threes. So be careful out there.

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks 🙏

[@stevoone342]

Sorry to hear. Personally I’ve had no issues with booking but I’ve always payed by card through booking or at property. Personally I’m never happy bacs paying remotely. Personally I would have made the most of Tenerife especially if you payed for it, but it’s your money and time. I only say due there are a lot of bikers even by them selves would have enjoyed that opportunity but may not be able to due to many reasons. I hope things pick up for your self. I’m tide up with business this year but aim to have a few long weekend rides up to Scotland and other uk locations though. And only have a week off for family holidays. Don’t get me Wong I consider myself very fortunate and lucky. Even in negative situations there are positives and sometimes it’s better to make the most of it than go running with your tail behind your legs.

[@glyngreenwood8377]

That's just bad,I'm really sorry for you.maybe I'm just at the age where I avoid online as much as I can,the old fashioned way is probably the best. High street travel agent,pay a little extra,almost guaranteed...we hope anyway.

[@Themotograndpa]

Sorry to hear your misfortune over the last few weeks remember glass half full nick 🙏 I did see Dave’s instagram post and thought he was going to meet you !!!

[@MOTOUK1]

Appreciated 🙏 yes all went pear shaped

[@Banditmanuk]

Left the first comment but it seems to have disappeared? Really sorry to hear of the problems with that booking site. We've booked all our Pyrenees trip through them 😮 Shame Tenerife didn't happen. Hopefully things can only get better.

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks Richard 👍🙏

[@stephenhoulden]

Chin up mate, things will come good again. Worse things happen at sea, wrong thing to say to a yachtsman.

[@jamesdonoghue5907]

Jeez, what a nightmare.

[@martinbfj]

I’m in the middle of a complaint process with them too. Absolutely shoddy accommodation advertised as something it’s not. Second time in a year so once I get a refund I won’t be using them again either!

[@MOTOUK1]

Shocking, they need to vet these properties better.

[@martinbfj]

@@MOTOUK1 when I complained they tried to steer me towards the property directly. I said no, I made the booking through yourselves so it’s up to you to rectify the situation

[@MOTOUK1]

@@martinbfj its mad, they don’t even respond to me now

[@martinbfj]

@@MOTOUK1 that’s unbelievable! My “ response “ came around 2am so I’m guessing the customer service centre is abroad! I’m being diplomatic

[@jamesonpace726]

Bummer, Dude, from 'Murca! Can't even imagine such a run of bad luck, except, as they say, "ya still gotcher health" & so on....

[@MOTOUK1]

Cheers buddy 👍🙏

[@neilwilliams9844]

I know you’ve had a shit time but take a minute to reflect,you got your health,you’ve worked hard to get what you got and you able to enjoy those things in you’re life ,some people are unfortunate not to have good health,maybe disabled or even worse not around anymore or just haven’t had any luck in life,& you need luck in life believe me,no matter how hard you work,so chin up move on & enjoy life. 👏🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿✊KTF.

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks 🙏 much appreciated

[@FREE_PUREBLOOD333]

Thanks for the info regarding booking scam. I've used that company for years but this has now made me very cautious about using them ever again now.

[@WheelieGood-el2br]

Stuff that, move on & blah blah ! Being rip off & ruining a treat for loved ones by a little 💩, no way be annoyed, sorry can’t say anything stronger 🤬🤬

[@neilwilliams9844]

@@WheelieGood-el2brbollocks.

[@KnightRider1157]

Hopefully things turn up for the better. Shame we don't know where to find the scammer he'd make a great anchor. Good luck

[@MOTOUK1]

🤣

[@tompayton84]

Chin up indeed Nick, got all spring and summer ahead to make up for it 👍.

[@MOTOUK1]

Cheers buddy 🙏👍

[@tagrach69hope]

I'm sorry to hear about all this crap that's going on. It's so easy for me to say, but please try not to let this dampen any future excursions you may have planned. We all know only too well that it's hard to get out of a dark place mentally, but if it helps, it's actually people like yourself and your videos that have helped me into a better place. So I'd like to thank you for helping me, and hopefully, you have the support to help you through it...

[@MOTOUK1]

Many thanks 🙏 love it when we all support each other in a way.

[@stuart4024]

Couldn't have put it better

[@grahamwadsworth2742]

Onward and upwards , it certainly can’t get worse

[@MOTOUK1]

Absolutely 👍

[@etoubear]

Use a colleague’s saying, the sun is still shining. Well, probably not in Lancashire. But hopefully the only way is up for you now. All the best with the ship project.

[@MOTOUK1]

Many thanks 🙏

[@RobLittleuk]

Christ.....what a run of bad luck

[@MOTOUK1]

I know right 😲🙏

[@-old-school-motorcyclesltd]

Have a coffee Nick Sorry to hear this 😊

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks 🙏 Phil appreciated

[@-old-school-motorcyclesltd]

No problem Nick I did put a proper comment on but it disappeared for some reason Thanks for the heads up.. hate losing money and for you it’s both spoilt it totally for you. Phil

[@jonsherry6289]

Shit news bud, at least you have a cracking bike to pull you back 👍

[@shuckers381]

Sorry but can not believe you gave up the chance to still ride round Tenerife in sunshine for a week as you do ride solo 👍

[@MOTOUK1]

Done before and just wasn’t feeling it and also a lot to get on with at home

[@stevenharris7788]

Don’t let the scum bring you down keep your chin up

[@MOTOUK1]

Exactly 👍

[@derekduckitt5900]

And give us a yachting video please!

[@MOTOUK1]

Coming shortly

[@karengill8234]

Oh dear Nick, this is so disgusting. ……

[@MOTOUK1]

I know, thanks Karen 🙏

[@cpuuk]

Dang, that really sux 😕 can't trust anyone. Maybe this means you've had your share of bad luck for 2024 and the rest are the good times ;-)

[@MOTOUK1]

Hope so 🤣👍

[@parf2665]

Who gives a fcuk how you got your money and how you spend it😤 Sorry to hear about all the shit. Chin up 👍

[@preston2adelaide]

Chin up mate - summer is on the way and that means longer days and possibly some sunshine. Feel sorry for us as we head to winter and have to suffer days that barely go above 20 degrees!

[@MOTOUK1]

Cheers Mike, 🙏

[@gamingwithjoe9351]

Chin up nick summers coming, loads of time with the toys

[@MOTOUK1]

I know 👍

[@lyntonwebb9661]

I think you need more than a coffee, maybe ask for a whisky.

[@MOTOUK1]

🤣 thanks for the whiskey 🥃

[@paulking7986]

Feel for you.

[@MOTOUK1]

Cheers

[@thebingleywheeler]

Thanks

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks buddy 🙏👍 always appreciated

[@ruahinesrider]

They set these scams up take your money & once arrested if ever arrested get bugger all jail time.Petty criminals get more time which is wrong.These scammers should be getting years in prison & sentences should be harsher especially how many victims there are.

[@johng9341]

Omg. What a shit time you are having. Let's hope your luck changes. You made me think my life's not going to bad 😂 Sorry. Keep your chin up. 🙂

[@MOTOUK1]

Will do 🙏👍

[@richardjohnson3463]

Nightmare Nick! Feel so sorry for you. Just goes to show you can't be careful enough these days. Thanks for thinking of others in the midst of your trauma. Take care

[@rogerwilliams2902]

Sorry about all the shit youve been through mate, bastard scammers. Too put things into perspective, you couldnt ride with Dave unfortunately, my friend , also a Dave, passed away Thursday night from the deadly form of Asbestosis, a few hours after we watched him being administered , thankfully, with some extra Morphine !. We went to say goodbye to him and it was just awful to witness him suffering , so, we must count our blessings.

[@MOTOUK1]

Sorry to hear about your friend Roger :(

[@paulmorris3022]

Hi Nick. I am so sorry for all the crap you have had to go through and i hope you manage to get your money back. i know how you feel. i lost £20k on an investment that took over 3 years fighting to get nothing back. Hey ho. Don't let it get to you. like the time you came off your bike. you got back up brushed yourself down and carried on..

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks Paul, onwards and upwards mate 👍

[@cooky03]

Thanks

[@MOTOUK1]

Many thanks 🙏 ☕️☕️

[@tagrach69hope]

Thanks

[@MOTOUK1]

🙏 much appreciated thanks you ☕️☕️