Road Trip From England to Tenerife Part 2 | Northern to Southern Spain | Ferry to the Canaries

For part two of our England to Tenerife road trip, Monika and I started the day from the town of Burgos, in Northern Spain- knowing that we must reach at least Seville by the evening, in order to allow enough time to reach the ferry terminal.
Monika found every property on booking.com on the afternoon when we were due to stay in each location. Nothing was pre-planned as we didn’t want to lock ourselves in to too strict a schedule.
Driving down through Spain on the little Fiat 500, towing the trailer with the Triumph Bonneville- the weather got warmer and warmer anymore and more dry and arid. As palm trees and cacti started appearing, you really start to get the sense of a big adventure! The roads in Spain are so empty and well maintained (just like in France), it was a joy to drive down. In the entire 1,500 miles, we were only caught in one 10 minute traffic jam, and that was in a French town.
We reached Seville by the evening and stayed in a hotel on the outskirts- it was fairly cheap, clean and convenient, but not as nice and characterful as the previous two properties we stayed in.
We woke up the next morning and headed one hour south to the Spanish port town of Huleva, where Fred Olsson and Naviera Armas ferries depart to the Canary Islands. They stop off at all of the Canaries, so you do have to wait while the ferry unloads at each island on route to your chosen island (it often takes one hour+ per island to unload and load the new passengers). We stopped off at Lanzarote, La Palma and Gran Canaria before reaching Tenerife. The had just heard of the volcanic eruption on La Palma while we were on the ferry, but didn’t see anything.
After 40 hours on the ferry, we arrived at Santa Cruz in Tenerife, drover the 50 miles south to get to our apartment, and finally arrived at 03:30 in the morning!
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Timeline:
- 0:00 - 0:30: Intro
- 0:31 - 5:02: Leaving the Spanish property
- 5:03 - 8:00: Drive through Spain and a trailer issue
- 8:01 - 11:58: Coffee stop somewhere in Spain
- 11:59 - 12:48: Drive to Seville
- 12:49 - 15:14: Morning in Seville
- 15:15 - 18:46: Drive to Huelva and boarding the ferry
- 18:47 - 36:20: 40 hours on the ferry
- 36:21 - 38:12: Arriving in Tenerife
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Locations:
First Spanish hotel: Hotel Rural Tierras del Cid, Av. Alfoz de Quintanadueñas, 12, 09197 Quintanadueñas, Burgos. £65 per night.
hoteltierrasdelcid.es
Second Spanish Hotel: Apartamentos Vértice Sevilla Aljarafe, Avenida Republica Argentina, 1, 41930 Bormujos, Spain. £59.25 per night
www.verticehoteles.com/en/ver...
Mainland Spain to Tenerife ferry: We left from the port of Huelva with Naviera Armas Ferries. £492.66 for the car, trailer and two people (no room)
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Filming and editing: @monikameraki (Instagram)
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Music:
Lindsey Abraham: Morning Hike
La Boqueria: Louis Nichols
On a Clear Morning: Sunfish Grove
Moonlight Night: Martin Landstrom
Mindless: Howard Harper-Barnes
A Bird’s Call: Nebulae
Paradise (I’m Taking You): Shy5
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[@garylucas1002]

Freddie, you have a knack of making the most mundane things look interesting have a fantastic time we wish you both well

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thank you Gary!🙂🙌🏻

[@IntoTheWhite04]

Ha... Was just going to say the same thing .. I get excited about these types of trips that aren't the most scenic too. Just when everything is different is enough for me...

[@garyives1218]

It's the music......that freakin music. It's captivatingly splendid :)

[@markbrady9902]

This is like a series , the type I can’t wait for the next episode. Great viewing Freddie 👍

[@JohnnyBravo1878]

Totally agree with this

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Mark!🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@wltrlg]

Such a joy to watch this. Feels like you're on a trip yourself.

[@carlosrodriguezherraiz9258]

I'm a big fan of your videos!!! especially this one. I’m from Spain and watching your adventure crossing my country si awesome. Everything from our roads that is so familiar to me sounds absolutely cool from your point of view. Hope you enjoy the trip and have a safe ride. Greetings from Madrid. Very welcome to Spain!!!

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thank you so much Carlos!!🙂🇪🇸

[@raymondconnor5346]

Brilliant vid.....what an adventure you two are having. My heart sank when you told the story of the German guy you met and the fact he had sold everything and relocated to La Palma thinking of the volcano on that island has erupted in the last few days 😞😞

[@FreddieDobbs]

Ahhhh I know- none of us knew at the time!

[@global_nomad.]

was going to say the same thing - we bought a house there with a view to slowly getting around to moving to La Palma from london - pandemic of course and then as building work was about to start the volcano...relocation on hold...but always wondered about the ferry so great to see this...

[@FreddieDobbs]

@@global_nomad. Ahhh I really really hope it all gets back up and running for you very soon and you can eventually get over to La Palma (that's really inspiring- I love hearing of such huge lifestyle changes such as London to a tiny island like La Palma). The ferry/road trip was brilliant- and actually extremely enjoyable:)

[@alexmorgan3435]

Freddie, behind every great man is an even greater woman. Good luck with your new lives in Tenerife. Looking forward to your first Bonneville video on the island.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Alex!

[@stuartbailey9941]

Excellent video as always, thank you for posting. I must say what a pretty lady Monica/Monika is, nice to see her overcoming initial shyness. Lucky lad are you. Stay safe, regards.

[@GARYINLEEDS]

Quite frankly, while still watching part 2, I Salute You, from. Leeds.14. Thanks.

[@Noor_Rehman]

ALMOST 40 MINUTES OF PLAIN GOODNESS. THANK YOU! Kinda feels like we’re taking the trip with you and Monica.

[@Drive_Camp_Ride]

Great videos....great channel, new style. Seeing the little fiat 500 going on a real adventure....we had one for years and had many adventures, now I have a Ford Transit Camper and gonna be towing my bike everywhere from spring......on many more adventures !

[@georgezuss2925]

Sweet cheese & sprinkles......I have just binned an entire evening of TV and sundry other hum-drum daily tasks and I couldn't be in any a better mood. Crazy, as I am in a cold wet miserable uk and stuck here for months of crap weather and faltering light. So why do I feel so enriched? Your journey, your steady beard growth, Monica's fabulous smiles and that trusty Italian steed of yours, that's why, mister. What a fabulous adventure, thank you for the invitation to join you both. That final vista of a dark beach scene, I could almost smell the sea and feel the beautiful heat. And that incredible moon. Wow, I'm starting to sound like Freddie Dobbs!, get some well earned rest and congratulations both. See you soon, take care, friends......

[@FreddieDobbs]

I’m delighted you enjoyed it- thank you so much!🙂

[@sahara1405]

Loved it, the best thing on our TV tonight. Great little film, loved the music and the editing (well done Monika) thanks for sharing this with us all. Looking forward to the next episode in your adventure. Stay safe.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Shane, really glad you enjoyed it!

[@sahara1405]

@@FreddieDobbs both me an Debbie really enjoyed it mate, it's a great watch. 👍

[@TomTremayne]

Monika is a trooper! I'm new to the channel & I also just joined a sailing channel which features a similar couple. Whilst the guys are in front of the camera, giving commentaries, talking about their plans, ideas, their thoughts on stuff; it's actually the girls that make it all possible!

[@danielreigada1542]

Nice video! I took a road trip through Spain back in 1994. I remember the empty, arid scenery and the big bull billboards. Here in the USA most people think you need a large, heavy duty truck to tow. I have a white Fiat 500 which is nearly identical to yours except the steering wheel is on the opposite side.

[@FrenchCountrysideLife]

My wife and I have moved to France from East London 4 months ago and we're loving it. You're a natural at this video malarkey. You should be very proud of yourselves. I've subbed too. Brilliant.

[@schadheli]

Enjoyed a lot. Beautiful episode. I am loving a lot. ❤️❤️❤️

[@nigelwren3825]

You crazzzzy foools ,,,,,, keep it going guys great stuff……living the dream for so many of us!

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Nigel!😆

[@richiedewen9289]

"You do get a lovely view" Opens window to reveal the Tanatorio . . . . (which for those who don't speak Spanish) Is the Mortuary/Crematorium! . . . . Classic!!!

[@FreddieDobbs]

NO!!!!! I just had to google this- even for me that is quite embarrassing!!!🤣🤣🤣

[@richiedewen9289]

@@FreddieDobbs made me chuckle! 🤣🤣

[@supervitz7178]

THEME HOSPITAL! wow what a throwback.

[@martincosgrove8879]

One of the best videos I've seen for a long time brilliant mate enjoy

[@roberthardy2013]

“Relocating to La Palma” hope that went well then! Great videos, just watched part one. We go to LosGigantes a lot, great little bike trip from where you are - enjoy!!!

[@MOTOUK1]

Watching this as I edit the Hayabusa video 😮 start music sounded like a Carry on Film 🍿 😂 I can just imagine you Freddie in carry on camping with your tent ⛺️ 😂👍

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks (I think!😆). I’ll be watching your ‘Busa vid with interest- it’s not usually my style of bike, but there is something about the Busa that appeals to me!🖤

[@MOTOUK1]

Thanks Freddie, I think this will be the last Busa, huge following. Just back from a ride and filming. What a machine, not sure I’m able to ride to the south of France though very sporty riding position 👍

[@manfrombkk]

Not even five minutes in, with Freddie’s overly excited narration, and Monika as shotgun passenger ready, I just had to SMASH the Like button.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks!!🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@andreashellwig9863]

Not only very entertaining to watch, but also good practice for my english- knowledges!

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Andreas!🙌🏻

[@alandavies1054]

Thanks for allowing us to watch your adventure Freddie…it was really interesting and enjoyable…I would love to do the same someday 👍😎☀️🍻

[@alangoffin3599]

Very enjoyable to watch 👍

[@lesliewilliams8432]

So relived you pair of cool cats made it stay safe and have fun hope that german guy you talked to is ok on la palma with the volcano erupting loved the vid monica needs a pay rise !😂

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks so much Leslie, and agreed re the German man! Don’t give Monika any ideas!😆

[@pkjlr77]

Love the journey from UK to Tenerife, interesting to see what was involved, prices etc. You have a nice casual, relaxed manner which makes for great viewing. Look forward to more videos 👍🙂

[@martinlegrice1414]

Thoroughly enjoyed watching your journey!

[@BournemouthPhil]

Fabulous entertainment, thanks very much. Subscribed

[@richardbarrett-peck8395]

Hello you 2, well done to you both quite an epic trip and the little Fiat made it awesome. I think a good nights sleep is top of the menu right now. CaTch up later night night

[@miguelangel5914]

Excelente video. Me ha encantado. Saludos.

[@pommiegranite464]

Great stuff Freddie! Thank you and Monica for sharing your journey.

[@adrianwalker7189]

Been watching a number of your videos, must say you are so good at making it interesting, loving what Monica and yourself are up to now, did so enjoy your trip to Devon, all have been great, good luck to you both looking forward to the next video.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thank you so much Adrian!

[@carlashton1339]

Well done to you both, I've enjoyed every minute of your trip👍👍😎

[@isaachunt5799]

great video. this will be me and the wife when we retire in 7 years time..but from sweden.

[@bonsaigardenwithmarksander968]

Have a wonderful time lovely people xx

[@patpatton9199]

Did all that 32 years ago, NO big deal!! & we are still here as Residents etc.😎 lol Mr P. Tenerife.

[@jamesdspaderf2883]

Having Monika travel all that time, with a bag in her lap is cruel and unusual punishment, Freddie! She has the tolerance and patience of a Saint.

[@AliceGoss]

Greetings from Colchester. Wow, what a trip. Interesting videos. Good luck in Tenerief.

[@arokh72]

I always love it when British people call 28 degrees "proper hot". That's a warm summer's day where I live, which can get 35-40 on some really hot days in January.

[@philbane2069]

Great vid can't wait for the next part take care both and enjoy your time there

[@neilurquhart8622]

“Sea views” on a ferry…….AMAZING!🤣

[@roderickfiske4769]

Sorry Freddie but can’t go any further with you , to go through France & Spain & all we saw was petrol stations & motel, not forgetting the ferries! is unbelievable .

[@VigneshDeva-wr7gj]

I am from India.Daily watching your videos Awesome buddy .👍👌❤️

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks so much Vignesh- delighted to have a watcher from India!!🙂🙌🏻

[@jasonadams5187]

Awesome video and awesome content can’t wait for the next video Thanks Freddie and Monica

[@neilurquhart8622]

There used to be a common expression in the UK to describe a certain look of a pretty girl…….”she’s a BONNIE girl”; Monica fits the bill perfectly so, Freddie you’re lucky to have two Bonnies in your life !

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thank you Neil, that’s very kind of you to say so!🙋🏻‍♀️

[@deywo]

You made it guys! Whatta ride! :) Congratz, can't wait the next one folks :)

[@francischeung3877]

Great video! Thank you!

[@The1977andi]

Hopefully the Tenerife video's will be as good as the trip down, really enjoying your channel at the moment, quality over quantity 👍👍

[@daviddoyle5291]

When booking the ferry I would recommend getting a cabin also get a bono ticket for the restaurant, much cheaper than paying for individual meals.

[@jamiecleeves7921]

brilliant video and all the prices fab thank you

[@kbrown6763]

Ayup lad I have just discovered and subscribed to your site, and what a breath of fresh air it is, hopefully, my beloved and I, are going to Spain for 6 weeks from mid _decembet, we have recently retired, and we are going for it!, The ferry looks really cool, and it has certainly been a n inspiration to have an adventure like we did when we were younger, happy days to you and your Mrs., and all the best.

[@duncanmurrant7364]

Absolutely loved watching you guys on your adventure, thank you for sharing this with us. safe journey.

[@TheScott7878]

The toilet joke Brilliant😂the irony.

[@Thaqalayn1512]

Thanks Freddie/ Monica....for a wonderful trip 😀 felt as if I'm there...keep up the good work 👏

[@martinjagger5362]

Awesome Freddie ...... ! Always watch your Vlogs..... Safe Travels both of you guys 👍👊👌🤙

[@markwilshaw6029]

Only just discovered your channel... brilliant videos & content... i used to play Theme Hospital back in the day... 👍

[@jimbandit1250sa]

How exciting is this life changing and so unpredictable trip your going to have a wonderful experience and thanks to both of you Freddie and Monica for sharing. Wish I had done this. Regards James in Birmingham. Keep it coming

[@humanbeing1675]

Great video. Loved especially the intro... that vibe of a 70ties TV show.😎

[@FreddieDobbs]

Really glad you enjoyed it!🙂

[@justanoldman9762]

must agree with Gary I expect you have fixed your trailer and greesed the barings Keep well &keep em posted.

[@marksmithson7266]

Epic adventure and as ever great content. Thoroughly enjoyable. You and Monica make a great team too

[@spellacy29]

You're living the dream mate. Thanks for sharing it with us. Looking forward to seeing more.

[@alexanderpaul7965]

Great experience,next holiday in Tenerife I will go by car 🚘/❤/👍

[@Brian-tb1zs]

The journey Looks like so much fun for you two ! Enjoy !

[@trevordale9694]

You guys chose a good place to stop for the night. Not an 80s industrial estate next door but a mortuary. (Tanatoria) Good luck with your adventures

[@martinlewis8225]

Really enjoying the content and being able to share your adventure with you both. Thank you.

[@silverbackdp]

was looking forward to this vid... and it didnt disappoint! thank you Freddie and monika.

[@andrewmacdonald1103]

Great video - the lovely view from accommodation number three seemed to be a "Tanatorio" - a crematorium!

[@simosklonari3394]

Great places. Thank you for sharing

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Simos!

[@oldworldorder5126]

Brilliant, glad you made it!!

[@andrewconn7896]

This has been a so enjoyable to watch, thanks for sharing

[@peterhobbs7609]

Brilliant Freddie, I love your videos, you guys are awesome, what an adventure

[@Richard_Barnes]

Brilliant part 2 for this trip 😃 am jealous of the trip and the ☀️ it’s gonna be epic.

[@smilinkyle]

Freddie, Monika and you are so charming. I've been binge watching your vlogs. If you're not at 100,000 subscribers one year from now I'll be stunned.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thank you so much Kyle!

[@michaelstannard1900]

Excellent, thank you both

[@marcverdi665]

Another fantastic video! I love following along on your journey!

[@drbhaskardas25]

Wish if I could live a life like that !! 👍👍

[@jamalet-taheri9877]

Great v log Best of luck for both of you Always watching your vlogs Can not wait for the next one Thank you 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@lanemason6909]

Fab vid yet again! Glad you’ve arrived safely, now is the time to enjoy 😊

[@atticusrides5545]

Great vid, very entertaining. I'm looking forward to following your adventures on Tenerife ☀️

[@markb3180]

You've made it! It's been brilliant watching you and Monica on your journey to Tenerife. Enjoy your time there.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks so much Mark!🙌🏻

[@BlackThor15]

Awesome adventure to follow Freddie, next episodes look very promising, great video editing Monika, well done you two!! 👍👍

[@anthonyheneghan3137]

I had a fiesta I had to do that every weekend.. Where I use to stay kept getting burgled... So going home at the weekend I used to take every thing.... The first 127 was an awesome car

[@andy2480-o2x]

great to see you all made it safety, looking forward to seeing some great adventures .Enjoy

[@keithkench9432]

thank you for making a dull day here in england feel like an adventure. cheers mate.

[@petewebb6952]

Nice one. Great adventure. Well done to you both. Thanks for sharing.

[@paulcanning21]

That's some smile you have Monica

[@rob2475]

So great to share your adventure. Really enjoyed another compelling video.

[@mikesummers3529]

Really enjoyed your trip

[@davidjenner1168]

You've made it well done hats of to the little Fiat ,just check the wheel bearings for grease on the trailer that could be the strange noise but who cares your there, OMG I'm so jealous of you Guys .

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks for the tips David- I act on this! We are VERY excited to be here!😀

[@lindaspence2256]

Was great to watch you on your travels: always said I would love to drive to Tenerife, well done 👍

[@michaelstannard1900]

Excellent thank you both

[@chatkeow]

Loving the style of presentation.....just about to watch the Apartment tour. Brilliant so far

[@danielrico]

Welcome to Spain!

[@jjnewman65]

Good to see you guys again on your travels. Happy days and nights 🙏👍🙏

[@Gunachov]

Bad timing for the German dude to relocate to La Palma... Great couple of videos of the travel, nice to see your experience.

[@mikepopelka2349]

Looking forward to seeing the next "installment"!

[@Serpahim]

Absolutely love this channel!!

[@fgrion]

very nice video, easy to watch. What i like is that you show your trip with positivity and you don't do like many youtubers that make a big fuss of every small problem, start crying and so on :)