December in Barcelona | Perennially Good Times

Saturday in Barcelona. We head off to Barceloneta beach, grab a coffee and soak in the atmosphere.
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Locations:
Barcelona, Spain
Beach: Barceloneta Beach
Coffee: Cafe Museu, Museu Diocesà, Pla de la Seu, 7, 08002 Barcelona
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Video editing: @monikameraki (Instagram)
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Music:
When the Noise Settles - Dusty Decks
Playa Plate - Dusty Decks
Spring Sometimes - Sugoi
Les Pipos - Ennio Mano
Pagina Blanca - Gustav Lundgren
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[@NJLinSpain]

What a lovely video. It reinforces everything I think and love about Spain. I moved to the south coast (just outside Estepona) about 18 months ago. As far as I am concerned, it is paradise. As an avid cyclist and motorcyclist, things couldn't get better.

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

I have all but begged Mrs Boulder to retire with me to Catalonia. She steadfastly refuses......(insert swearing emoji here)....

[@jedw9983]

You should have been in Spain for the 2020 lockdowns. House arrest, no exercise, 1M fines of 400 euro a piece issued (Guardia Civil came to your house with card readers), the Guardia Civil also searched your shopping to make sure you "bought enough", drones over the house to check you remained inside, armoured personnel carriers, it was a sh*t show which saw a lot of expats move to Portugal - and we're all much, much happier. Good luck in Spain, you'll need it.

[@richardbartlett6932]

Yes the lockdown was way excessive instigated by the "oh he's so handsome" Mr Sanchez.. Lockdown was brutal here. The Uk thinks they had it hard.. They had it mild compared to what we had. Sadly mainland and Portugal is too hot in summer and too cold in winter so I'm staying here in the Canaries.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Funnily enough, we were in Spain during lockdown for a project. We were being stopped by road blocks on motorways, everywhere was deserted and it was very very unpleasant. I do remember even in Tenerife two years ago, many locals in the north would still be wearing masks even when they didn’t have to.

[@gzk6nk]

@@jedw9983By 'ex pats' you mean immigrants, right?

[@albundy643]

Freddie, what a beautiful comment " happiness is free" it wasn't corny at all. Yes, money makes life easier, but not necessarily happier. Great video as usual. 😊

[@borisj]

I lived in Sydney for 15 years. I came back to London. Happiness has nothing to do with which way the wind is blowing.

[@craigt001]

Thank you Freddie and Monika for the amazing videos you produce. My favourite KZbin channel by a mile!

[@FreddieDobbs]

That means a lot, thank you Craig🙂

[@truemattyz]

i come for the music .. stay for the vibes..

[@johnowls]

I had trousers like that in the 80's. I cried every time my Mum made me wear them.

[@garryclarke-kray4071]

Nice to see family's out enjoying the simple things and some beautiful architecture

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

That made me feel better on a grim day in London....

[@simondavis3205]

Fairly new subscriber, here. But this has quickly become my favourite KZbin channel by far. Always beautifully filmed and edited, with a great choice of music, these little snapshots of life are just so engaging. Thanks, both of you.

[@christ3415]

Freddie, you have brought back some memories for me, I was in Europe about 5 years ago for 2 months. It was wonderful. Chris from Sydney, Australia 😂

[@Bruce-fd9lm]

Retired expat living in Thailand. Reminds me of Danang in Vietnam, which we visited several months ago. Happy people, beautiful beach, great weather, plenty to do. Going back in May!!

[@MrPerrogaton]

3:26 minute you let Salamanca Restaurant on the right corner. Very recommended!

[@steve00alt70]

This has been the wettest winter on record in UK. Its why I always use a sunlamp that mimicks the Sun. Then I close my eyes to picture im in Sunny beach it really really works.

[@Santi_Mancini]

SEAT model is called “Seiscientos”, which means “Sixhundred” and it’s the car that motorised Spain back in the 60’s…

[@andrewhaden7822]

Keep making them Freddy it’s a breath of fresh air in our dreary winter 😊

[@johnsheppard7935]

Freddie - you're a latter-day Alan Whicker! Are there no end to your talents? Great video as usual, thanks to you both.

[@stevesanelli90]

Ohh Freddie & Monika I saw you filming the Guzzi V7😉👌 You know you want to😎 Barcelona is just beautiful! Enjoy your winter break in sunshine ☀️🤙

[@FreddieDobbs]

It looked really good, didn’t it😍 Thanks Steve

[@stevesanelli90]

@@FreddieDobbs you both would look absolutely amazing on it😉 Don’t say anything to the Bonneville 😎

[@mantarayal]

More addictive content. There is truly nothing quite like your channel guys. So just keep doing what you do please!! And people will follow. And my god. Spain. Want to go back so much!! Love from NZ to you both, and anyone watching. Drive safe, ride safe, love from NZ, and a merry Xmas.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Really appreciate it, thanks Mantarayal🙌🏻

[@MaximLovesBikes]

Barcelona is such a beautiful place! I’ve been there many times. I’m very jealous, Freddie! The weather here has been just miserable for the last weeks 😫 Great filming and editing as usual 😊🎉

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Maxim🤜🏼🤛🏼 I love seeing everyone out on their bikes, even in December!🇪🇸

[@PeachesB]

Hey Freddie, just stumbled across your channel via researching biker spots / cafes in london. Im a triumph T120 rider down here in Australia and visiting London this Christmas. Love your channel, content and your passion. Subscribed and liked. Nice 👍🏼

[@alexanderoutlander.1040]

Make a little trip to the "old motorcycle museum of Bassella". You'll enjoy it. I think.

[@richardbartlett6932]

THE MUSEUM IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED

[@alexanderoutlander.1040]

Oh!! What a pity. He was there on one of his trips and he didn't know it. In short, a must visit place

[@richardbartlett6932]

@@alexanderoutlander.1040 I only knew I googled it because I'm in Barca Jan for a few days and was going to go on your recommendation 😕

[@MalteseMafia]

Great Video Freddie and Monica. You are indeed right Freddie, the best things in life are free. 👍

[@radicalcartoons2766]

That Home Swap is a great idea for young minimalists, but most of us have so much clutter, the cost of storing it all/cleaning our houses first would be too much to even think about!

[@FreddieDobbs]

This is a very fair point. My parents feel like this. But… 70% of people we’ve swapped with have been over 60

[@wallabybob3020]

….or Marijke Mars, heiress to the Mars fortune. She owns Starburst III. Tough life eh?

[@FreddieDobbs]

Woooow😳 Thank you- I love facts like this!

[@eddiemizen3703]

Jazz, (nice) the fast show, your music 🎶 choice grovey.

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

Who needs Spain? it's been 25c and wall to wall sunshine here in the UK since you left...🥶🥶🥶

[@albundy643]

Yes, apparently the hottest year on record! 😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@FreddieDobbs]

😆

[@Darryl1982]

I enjoy your enthusiasm for travel and have been binging on some of your old videos this morning. Its a rather wet and miserable day here in Cornwall!

[@ianhalliwell8604]

Watching your video up here in Lancashire during a gale along with heavy rain and steel grey skies, not jealous, much. We live very close to the beach at Southport but the thought of going down for a quick visit has never entered my head.

[@S90Edg]

The little laugh before "I just googled it" 😂😂😂 Tickled me that. Another great vid guys ✌️❤️

[@johngilbert7357]

FYI....I think those little vans were COMMER? vans, post office used them alot! 😀

[@saxon-mt5by]

The Commer was similar, but I think this one is a Peugeot J7; and the SEAT was a 600, not a 500!

[@johngilbert7357]

@@saxon-mt5by Brilliant!!

[@tomtom786]

Monika and Freddie another brilliant video, looks beautiful. Well done.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Tom!

[@johnbellamy6449]

really enjoyable video . while we are enjoying very wet flooded roads and strong winds it is lovely to enjoy getting away from it all with you two . look very much to your next one . thanks again .

[@user-cm6hr7kw3z]

Fantastic episode Freide Thanks

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks🙌🏻

[@GrahamNicholson56]

Great to see you enjoying the relaxing lifestyle in Barcelona. If you fancy a day trip, why not take the Ave high speed train from Barcelona Sants to Girona and Figueres? Girona is a charming Roman city with a gorgeous cathedral and is the cycling capital of Europe, some say the world. Figueres has the Dali museum - a unique experience!

[@rogerturner6377]

Sorry to say this Freddie - gloves!!

[@jesterm7597]

I searched the comments for this - knew there would be at least one 😂😂

[@NickHellings-zq8xt]

Freddie needs a Aston Martin DB12... Dobbs, Freddie Dobbs 008 at your service !

[@lesterthorpe4190]

Hi Freddie and Monica …just a quick suggestion, if you’ve got time to visit the excellent Picasso museum , in the old part of town , it was one of my favourite places to learn more about his work and life , in such an amazing old building too ! Happy to watch any of your videos these days , regards from here in Croydon / London

[@kevskibiz]

Great vid Fred & Monica … Love Spain 🇪🇸.. we went to Alicante in October… and had a great time, but still love my home town London 💙

[@cbrider726]

I lived in Gibraltar back in the mid early 80s . I was there when they re opend the boader with Spain . We spent many an evening in Spain eating and drinking the local produce . What a life . When i look back at those days i can only say that it was a great way to live . I loved Spain then and plan to visit Gib again . My first son was born there . cant wait to get back there .

[@dbharrold]

I think Freddie has a now job. Ambassador for Barcelona, you sold it superbly

[@pw9150]

Lust for Life 🌅🫶🏻✨ thx for this wonderful impressions of Barcelona in Dezember with even better music … sooooo relaxed !

[@danichtfur9842]

A beautiful City, I love it. Thank you for your great video.

[@biker_dale]

It's a beautiful place and on my vistits to vairous parts of Spain I have always found it clean and well looked after. It's great to see a place you can visit any time of the year for some good weather and sites. Great video

[@samsamson8612]

I was just thinking about a yacht like that, within 48 hours you are reminding me of it.

[@peterhobbs7609]

It sure is a lovely city freddie

[@crumblymal8479]

Awesome guy's now that's where you need a permeant apartment it would be fab and I would if I could for sure so much better than here in the UK for many reasons .Last visit there I really wanted to try one of the scooters "stand on type " for the fun of it but didn't unfortunately maybe next time .😉👌👍

[@FreddieDobbs]

It’s really tempting and if I had the money, I’d genuinely consider getting a place here🖤🇪🇸 The YEGO scooters are great, and very easy to register for

[@ScramblerOfEssex.]

WOW what a place Barcelona is Freddie...glad you & Monica are enjoying your time there.Did you not see the classic Kawasaki zxr750 what was in the garage freddie.lol.great vid.& All the best.👍

[@S2000Y]

Not surprised that yacht isn't trundling along the sea. Rather steep on price.

[@FreddieDobbs]

It was too much to take in- I completely missed the Kawasaki😳

[@dirtscrambler4314]

Freddie, head south to Sitches. Its beautiful at this time of year

[@alasdairlowe5359]

Oh great getting a bit depressed with your British biking ; Barcelona woohoo 🎉🎉🎉

[@neilcauldwell4274]

Must admit,loved the buildings although the most spray painted place i have ever been.I have stood on the beach for the most surreal event i think i have witnessed ...the red bull air race with those aircraft above your head.Amazing.Regarding Croatia,yes yes yes fabulous country.

[@thecountaroundaustralia]

It's a great city to just walk around and find amazing lanes and places. Was there in September and it was great as always. If you get a chance find Bubó Barcelona, little patisserie hidden in a back street, amazing cakes!

[@Fake-moon-landing.]

Spanish dressed for winter , we would be wearing t-shirts if we had that weather .

[@sagalout]

Just back from a long weekend in Malaga (a much underrated city). Similar thoughts to you - wall to wall bright sunshine makes such a difference to mood and the desire to just be outside. Bit warmer there - about 21 degrees - but the locals were still wearing Canada Goose winter coats 😂

[@staffh3815]

Love Malaga amazing history ,great market 😂

[@stuartjames6300]

Nice jumper at 07.35

[@raulsalanaranjo6565]

The SEAT was called the 600 actually. My great grandfather used to have one. Lovely little machines. I happen to live in a small town 60 miles north from there, Girona. Just say something if you drop by. Good connection with high speed trains

[@commando1912]

All your videos are so beautiful and uplifting, I love it.

[@lynnbroadhurst4807]

Fabulous video! We are going to Valencia in February (biking holiday) and this video is making me get excited to go! 😊

[@vnm_8945]

I love drinking my coffee to your videos, perfect!

[@Alan1960]

Just had a thought about your Bonneville running problems. I know that Triumph "expert" says it knackerd, it might be worth getting an ECU from Triumph Power and fitting it. My Bonneville America had ECU failiure and I fitted one of those ECUs and it has not only fixed the problem, but improved the all round performance sinificantly from the original. Cost was £250 and very easy to fit. It's a simple tank off job, 2 bolts and a plug in connector, job done! 40k is nothing for a Triumph engine, very surprised to hear it is worn out. I simply doesn't seem right.

[@oliabid-price4517]

Hope that you got to visit some of Gaudi's masterpieces while you were there. I really want to return on a bike for the 2026 completion of the Sagrada de famillia.

[@richardbartlett6932]

I wouldn't book 2026 just yet. The Spanish work to a different calendar.

[@volt8684]

I have never seen Barce so quiet really lovely and a tonic video for all. If I had your passport I would not be living in the UK, damned brexit. Seeing all those bikes and like when u were in Tenerife abs paradise

[@STAGPARTY77]

I have been in Barcelona for 12 years and love it

[@ruso9660]

Another cracking video! That was a SEAT 600 (Seiscientos) originally made by FIAT in Italy, and then under license by SEAT in Barcelona. 800.000 were built giving working class Spaniards the chance to buy their first car. The cost in the sixties was 65.000 pesetas, about €390. Eight month's salary.

[@adunford2664]

I think we’ll all be going soon. Looks dry and not so cold. A real tonic.

[@Irishrover1]

Moved to Spain 7 years ago to allow me to use my motorcycle all year round, do it Freddie you will not regret it 😎🇪🇸

[@joedudz]

Not corny at all Freddie - a good reminder. 👍👍

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

I wouldn't like to have another couple in my place. Nick

[@Jupitersonlyson]

Minute 2:13 Moto Guzzi V7 , It's like it's ment to be 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@TheMrbazooka]

Top Job 🤘

[@alexandercoll4863]

Another great video freddie! We Spaniards sure know how to enjoy life. Looking forward to you getting the the speedmaster 1200 ;)

[@Banditmanuk]

Its difficult to beat southern Spain and the Canary Islands this time of the year. The Spanish lifestyle, the climate and the low cost of living. We just returned from riding in Gran Canaria. Fantastic. Only downside is mid -summer the heat can be overwhelming. Beautifully made video as usual. Will you want to return to miserable, wet, cold and overpriced England?

[@FreddieDobbs]

I hope you had fun in GC! I need to visit We head back on Wednesday🇬🇧🥶

[@Banditmanuk]

@@FreddieDobbs 30C and full sun every day. Riding is very much like Tenerife if not better.

[@88davidw]

Looks so nice. Making me excited as I'm off to Mallorca next week. Just wondered if you guys ever get told off for filming? It's always my worry when I pull out my camera.

[@whathasxgottodowithit3919.]

A proper yacht will cost about £1.2 million a week, plus fuel, food, and tips, however that does include all the toys.

[@nealeburgess6756]

The little Seat is a 600. If you look closely you will see it is slightly longer than the Fiat 500. Seat used to make the same models as Fiat, but I believe they never did the 500. Here in the Costa Del Sol there are quite a few well cared for Seat 600s. Nice little cars, but in my eyes, not quite so pretty as the 500.

[@PeterNolan-009]

Wow Freddie, that looks great. Great video. Yes, trusting strangers in your house is a problem. Even AirB&B has had a lot of problems in that area. Maybe a deposit by each party is a good idea. Who knows.

[@stuarthorwood2101]

Hey Freddie, good to see you've left your worries behind for a few days! I can highly recommend a trip to Els Encants market one morning. Get there for a early start and join in the auction for some great second hand bargains, Barcelona style

[@BobPruett]

8:40 - 9:20 One thing that I find interesting about European cities is their natural flow, they seem so organic. It reminds me of traveling through Zion National Park.

[@noahnoahnoahnoah]

Lovely calming glimpse of Barca. Enjoy 😊

[@williamrennie1732]

Great interesting video what a beautiful city 👌

[@ChancellorBeeHaw]

blimey, Barcelona is gorgeous. I have some motorcycle boots made in Barcelona, and quality is super.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Fuel Motorcycles boots?👌🏻 Barcelona really is beautiful🖤

[@ChancellorBeeHaw]

@@FreddieDobbs yup! they’re not listed on their website currently, had then for about a year. look like paratrooper boots!

[@farzanirvani8237]

This is the life 😎

[@redzed40]

Nice Video Freddie...

[@ArchimedeanEye]

Remember when Freddie made motorbike videos?

[@richardbartlett6932]

you may remember Freddie's motorbike has broken down..

[@ArchimedeanEye]

@@richardbartlett6932 You may remember Freddie used to review motorcycles.

[@hughphillips1427]

Looks an amazing place, great bikes too.

[@demarpari1]

Freddie I enjoy watching yours and Monika content, but can't help thinking of frank Spencer when watching you in action (In a good way), have anyone else mentioned this before, keep up the good work👍

[@BrokenBackMountains]

Last time I was there it was a bit nippy. That was February though.

[@chrisa1963]

For a city which is said to be one of the most beautiful I was surprised by the number of crumbling buildings and the amount of graffiti on walls and shop fronts etc. Maybe some people think this adds to the attraction. I went for a weekend break there early last year, March 2022. I'm over six foot and not of small build and a pick pocket had a go at me. It really spoiled my experience of the city. Weren't you 'relieved' of a laptop last time you were in that area Freddie?

[@mslattery8710]

I have many fond memories of visiting Barcelona frequently, and at all times of the year. A freind relocated there for work and rented a sucession of random apartments around the city. i always harboured the idea of living there myself. As a keen cyclist and biker, the attraction of a city that accomodates both, apparently quite happily, along with a decent, all year round climate. Whats not to like?

[@FreddieDobbs]

It’s a city that really has everything. I can imagine for cyclists too- heaven👌🏻👌🏻

[@horspiste]

All well and good unless you've had your European citizenship and freedom of movement stolen from you. There's a very large elephant in this particular room ☹

[@mslattery8710]

@@horspiste Funny you should mention that. That was then, this is now. Generations of Brits have been cut off from the opportunity to live and work in the EC thanks to Brexit, myself included. I still have a chum living in Spain but he claimed the Spanish equivalent of 'Settled status', there before that avenue was also closed off. He can't live or work in any other of the 27 EU nations, just Spain, because he's chosen to retain his British passport.

[@evian8176]

This comment refers to the algorhythm to support your videos. #18 Greetings from Zurich

[@1mikefrost]

Well worth a visit 😊

[@richardscott5529]

Yes Speedmaster an excellent choice… just need to make a plan for the rear seat … very small lol

[@FreddieDobbs]

I was wondering about the rear comfort…

[@davidhall2298]

I agree with Monica that it is too small for you. The T120 has the same engine (& charm). It would suit your stature much better & has a far comfier pillion - Monica deserves the best.

[@Thewhiteshark2]

Wonderful video Freddie,how we don't have life in the UK.Work sleep repeat

[@stumac5820]

Freddie, I have been watching your epic adventures with sweet Bonnie. I would just like to know what lid is that you have? I have an old Davida open face on the thunderbird but the full face you have looks the business. Sorry for being off topic and enjoy Barcelona. ! P.s that picture of the chevy you have ......... I have the same car if you need more snaps. Enjoy!

[@ianrobertson7651]

Lovely relaxed video 😎

[@gerkeane5626]

Freddie/ Monica 👏👏..another great vid….. curious… is there still a pickpocket problem along La Ramblos ??

[@richardbartlett6932]

yes, although a lot go to the canary islands for the winter months as picking heavily dressed people is far harder than light clothed tourists .

[@steinarbrevikknudsen1546]

Its too cold now, i am waiting for mars. Greating fram La Nucia

[@FreddieDobbs]

La Nucia- beautiful!👋

[@cbrider726]

@ Freddie Please could you give out the website for the home stops . Many thanks 👍👍👍

[@marcverdi665]

Speedmaster Speedmaster Speedmaster…😂

[@michaelfraser5723]

nothing but GREY sky in the magnet called UK, and piddling rain; jealousy and envy

[@michaelfraser5723]

mad people magnet[ they were sold a lie

[@mozdickson]

Top work both. Wanna swap to New Zealand, and a Bonny comes with it? Also a large dog!

[@FreddieDobbs]

We’re booked for the next year but I’d love to save your details for future reference. Please do ping me an email if you’re happy to ([e-mail])🙂

[@RebelCowboysRVs]

Happiness is free. You just have to chose to be. Growing up dirt poor, we were happy. Yet you see unhappy people with lots of wealth all the time.