Hi Guys just wanted to say a big thanks for the shout out I nearly fell of the chair when I heard my name😂 your the best van life Chanel by a Dundee mile🏴 keep it up Gordon The Dundee Trucker👍🙏
Hi guys. Don't let the hassle at border control and a few jobsworths ruin your experience. Having lived here for 8 years (Valencia) and travelled extensively, we can attest that Spain is a beautiful country with incredible and diverse scenery, rich culture and friendly people. Maybe head inland, away from the Costas, and possibly North through Extremadura, Asturias, Galicia - the Picos de Europa is a breathtaking area. Chin up and keep on vlogging 🙂
Spain is a wonderful country. Madrid and surrounding cities and countryside is awesome. Toledo, Caceres, Merida and Segovia are just a few examples. Controlling borders to the south is important for obvious reasons and Brits are no exception. Great vlogs. 😀
Hi guys , loving your videos since I found your channel last week. It’s great to see a few places I’ve been to and a lot of new ones too. I think it’s brilliant that Zak gets to experience life on the road 👍🏻 i wouldn’t have minded that as a kid. Great job, and happy memories for all.
Good evening guys sorry you had hassle with border control i always had hassle when my kids were younger as we all had different surnames ...great vlog and enjoy your travels xx
As a Spaniard I am saddened by what I heard, you were unlucky to find the stupid person, not all Spaniards are the same, just as not all the British are the same
Yea we completely understand that, he was just so rude and abrupt and the lady translating had the ‘oh for goodness sake’ kind of attitude, not pleasant at all 🙁
Hi you are in a wonderful area of Southern Spain... rich in history Andalusia is a beautiful part of Spain try going inland more you will see wonderful places..there is much much more to Spain but unfortunately you are missing most of it and getting a wrong impression of the areas ..it is only baron and dusty because you are only staying in those areas ....Good Vlogs👍
Love watching your videos and have to say after watching the places your parking it’s made us realise we made the right choice in selling ours . We got so fed up of spending our time on car parks - it’s a bit diff for us as we didn’t live in it full time - but seeing the car park after car park / I’m glad we sold up - Mexico booked for next yr - Hope u have a lovely Xmas
Hi Steve, and Catherine and Zach when we at the house in Spain just before Brexit, the people, the Spanish people were lovely but the bureaucracy and those Karens that think that they’re in charge of everything were an absolute nightmare and we had residency but keep your chin up don’t let them get you down. Enjoy your vacation we enjoy watching and I’m glad boo enjoys the beaches
All the travelling you're doing throughout Spain you're gonna hit a few bumps in the road, Rise above it and enjoy yourselves, Keep on knocking the vlogs out they're really good,
Hi Guys!! Catchin up with videos!nightmare with those boarder control, hope Zak’s rash gets better bless him, at least the weather lovely that’s something, beach looked nice tho, little boo loved it, another great video happy travels take care see you on the nxt one, stay safe ❤❤❤❤
Sorry you had issues with border control. They can be a complete pain sometimes. When we lived in Gibraltar they'd sometimes hold the cars going through for hours 😳 There is a campsite further up passed Tarifa called Camping Valdevaqueros, it's a bit tired but quite reasonable with an ACSI card and the beach is across the road.
Loving your videos, Boo loves the beach stops. Very interesting and funny, love seeing the places you visit. Some lovely places you visit too. Keep making the videos loving them xx
Brilliant true to life video presentation yet again - you are giving people down to earth scenarios to better their choice of destinations and travels. All the very Best: Maggie & Mack, Huddersfield.
Hi guys.. so sorry for the stress you got from the border crossing. Don't let it put a damper on your travels...Loved see Boo running about on the beach. He melts my heart, Bless him.. Roll on the next video ❤❤❤
Cant believe how you've been treated, its not very welcoming 😢 hope you're all feeling brighter now thats past 😅 & having fun, awesome vlog as always guys, absolutely love you all ❤🌹🥂🍾
Hi guys, I'm really enjoying watching your adventures in Spain and sad to learn of your recent problems at the border with Gibralter. My only grouch is that I wish you would stop interrupting Catherine and Zach when they want to speak, Steve, otherwise great viewing. Stay safe and enjoy the rest of your travels and hope you all have a super Christmas.
Having just returned after many years in Spain I found there are two types of Spaniard. The very helpful and the very " I suddenly do not speak English anymore type. Trouble is the difficult ones are hard to spot. 😊
If you’re using a 2000watt generator you’ll only get just over 8amps per hour (W/V=A) so a lot of noise for very little result. Far better off with more solar!
Although the coast of Spain is lovely some of the inland places are really worth a visit. To be honest we felt a little bit the same about Spain and we enjoyed the slower pace of Portugal much more. Glad you have decided not to skip Benidorm 😊 Looking forward to seeing you all at Christmas 💜xx
Yes we have 3 Renogy batteries. On the power packs the Vtoman is the best one we have, we reviewed it with a discount code but not sure of the code is still valid now
That’s a shame Uve had a bad experience having lived in spain for 8 yrs it’s a beautiful country, better weather and the health care/system is so much better, don’t let a bad experience put u off x
Hi guys, hope you're all well. Have you already paid for your Xmas park up at Benidorm? We stayed on a cracking site for 18 euros a night with pool and bar b q area just outside Benidorm and the bus was only a couple of euros. Macdonald's, taco bel, burger king on your doorstep.let us know and will send you the details.
Always going to happen once we got Brexit. Spain want Gibraltar back. I can remember before we joined european union, we used to have the same problem then.
Hi Guy's, don't forget what I said in an earlier post. Northern Spain is far more picturesque than Southern Spain. Especially along the Pyrenees, Dave.
Thats why me n dave are staying in uk. Ppl might complain about stuff in uk but aboard and Europe is not all its cracked up 2 be since brexit. The stress not worth it to us just want to be left alone lol. Anyway onwards and upwards. Keep calm and carry on 😂😊🩷🩷🩷
Hi, having just left Gibraltar after living there for 3 years I can definitely say that it’s the Spanish boarder control who are difficult. They are directed by Madrid to mess people about at the boarder as a result of the history between both Spain and the UK with Gibraltar. Their hope is that the more that they act as petulant children messing people about the more pressure will be placed on the UK to gift Gibraltar back to Spain. Please, please do not think it’s Gibraltar or the Gibraltarians as they are as annoyed with the Spanish (Madrid controlled) boarder force as you are. Happy travels guys, love to watch your videos.
Thank you for sharing your experiences at the border 🤔🙈 might give Gibraltar a bit of a body swerve for now 🙄 also how hilarious to ask how you can prove if Zack is your son..he is the double of Catherine 😅❤ hopefully spain will issue robust guidelines for motorhomes so we all know where we stand x
Yes it’s park of Britain and Spain have wanted it back for years , there is talks at the moment on removing the border witch should make it much better to cross
hey guys, my folks lived in espana for years.All knew the Spanish hate gib as brit owned.its their prop.just old arguments.Just wanted to know does Zac have an amount for school work on net and same for gaming
Hiya yes so much work per week however he wants to spread it out over so many days and time limits for gaming per day ( some days he doesn’t bother with gaming)
Sorry to hear about your border experiences, it’s unfortunate and the direct consequence of England and Wales narrowly voting for brexit and for removing everyone in the Uk and Gibraltar freedom of movement rights, including their own and their kids. Typically a third country, which is now the Uk, needs to apply for a Schengen visa to enter the zone. Part of that visa application is submitting paperwork proving who you are, return ticket, accommodation booked or invitation to stay, proof of sufficient funds during your stay in the Schengen zone, and of course the visa application fee. The Uk being a former EU member got a special exemption of not needing to make a visa application for short term stays of up to 90 days in every 180 days. However all the requirements about proof of sufficient funds, return ticket, proof of accommodation, proof of all travellers identity are still there. It is this that Spain is using from time to time to annoy people crossing the border from Gibraltar. The politics of why are well known. Hopefully a deal will soon be agreed regarding Gibraltar’s future relationship with the EU which should mean the border and hassles go away. Unless and until that happens the Gibraltar Spain border will continue to be a political football Spain likes to kick hard from time to time. Meanwhile best advice to anyone on a British passport intending to cross from Gibraltar into Spain is: make sure you have a printout of your hotel booking with you. If staying with people in Spain have a letter of invitation from them with their name, address, you names and duration of stay. If your married to a dual national with an EU passport bring a copy of your marriage certificate. You can then exercise your spouse to an EU citizen freedom of movement right.
Yes but sadly when your in a motorhome you have nothing printable to prove things, it sucks really the way they treat people. What is the world coming to??
Thanks for the content. Please buy something for Zach he seems like a great lad. Bless you all
Thank you so so much that’s really kind ❤️🥰
Hi Guys just wanted to say a big thanks for the shout out I nearly fell of the chair when I heard my name😂 your the best van life Chanel by a Dundee mile🏴 keep it up
Gordon The Dundee Trucker👍🙏
Thanks Gordon 😀
Made us chuckle that Steve couldn’t get
‘Est - a - pon - a’ out 😂 bless him!
Love how honest and authentic you guys are. Please never change 🙏🏻 xx
Thank you lol 😂 sometimes I struggle with the simple ones 🫶❤️ xx
Hi guys. Don't let the hassle at border control and a few jobsworths ruin your experience. Having lived here for 8 years (Valencia) and travelled extensively, we can attest that Spain is a beautiful country with incredible and diverse scenery, rich culture and friendly people. Maybe head inland, away from the Costas, and possibly North through Extremadura, Asturias, Galicia - the Picos de Europa is a breathtaking area. Chin up and keep on vlogging 🙂
Thanks for the recommendations much appreciated ☺️
Always look forward to your next vid..keep up the good work..
Thanks 👍
Spain is a wonderful country. Madrid and surrounding cities and countryside is awesome. Toledo, Caceres, Merida and Segovia are just a few examples. Controlling borders to the south is important for obvious reasons and Brits are no exception. Great vlogs. 😀
Thank you ☺️
Hello just started watching you. From Elaine in Liverpool
Welcome aboard Elaine 😃
Hi not sure where your upto but the road upto Ronda is certainly worth doing 👍
We spent a few day last week in Ronda 👌 definitely was worth the visit thanks mark
Hi guys, enjoyed the vlog but boy that sounded stressful, hoping better places to come for you all! Take care
It was seriously stressful as you saw it nearly pushed us to leave Spain!
Hi guys , loving your videos since I found your channel last week. It’s great to see a few places I’ve been to and a lot of new ones too. I think it’s brilliant that Zak gets to experience life on the road 👍🏻 i wouldn’t have minded that as a kid. Great job, and happy memories for all.
Thank you very much and welcome to our channel ☺️
Quite down to earth and showing what problems can crop up when travelling.
Take care.😊
It’s real life and that’s what we like to
Show ☺️
Thanks for giving me and Tracey a shout out ❤
Very welcome ☺️
Get a photo album for your postcards .. the ones with pockets or the sticky ones 👍 keep em nice ❤
Oh yes 🤔 great idea 💡 love it thanks ☺️
Thanks for sharing, looking forward to seeing you at Xmas xxx
Same here guys xx
Hi guys, lovely video. I won’t be visiting Gibraltar anytime soon. Safe travels ❤❤
Ha ha and we won’t be returning any time soon!!
Good evening guys sorry you had hassle with border control i always had hassle when my kids were younger as we all had different surnames ...great vlog and enjoy your travels xx
I do understand they had to question it but they didn’t have to be so abrupt and rude about it! That’s what annoyed us!!
As a Spaniard I am saddened by what I heard, you were unlucky to find the stupid person, not all Spaniards are the same, just as not all the British are the same
Yea we completely understand that, he was just so rude and abrupt and the lady translating had the ‘oh for goodness sake’ kind of attitude, not pleasant at all 🙁
Hi you are in a wonderful area of Southern Spain... rich in history Andalusia is a beautiful part of Spain try going inland more you will see wonderful places..there is much much more to Spain but unfortunately you are missing most of it and getting a wrong impression of the areas ..it is only baron and dusty because you are only staying in those areas ....Good Vlogs👍
Thanks it’s hard to know what areas to visit when you don’t know the country but we can make another visit another time 😀
🐶👈❤ ... thank you👍
☺️❤️
Love watching your videos and have to say after watching the places your parking it’s made us realise we made the right choice in selling ours . We got so fed up of spending our time on car parks - it’s a bit diff for us as we didn’t live in it full time - but seeing the car park after car park / I’m glad we sold up - Mexico booked for next yr - Hope u have a lovely Xmas
Oohh Mexico nice 😊
Hi Steve, and Catherine and Zach when we at the house in Spain just before Brexit, the people, the Spanish people were lovely but the bureaucracy and those Karens that think that they’re in charge of everything were an absolute nightmare and we had residency but keep your chin up don’t let them get you down. Enjoy your vacation we enjoy watching and I’m glad boo enjoys the beaches
Thank you it was the same guard twice in a row that was awful! We are fine now and happy again!!
Try Paloma park in Benalmadena 👍. Free aire with water and waste and nice place and walking distance to everything you need
Just been having a look thank you ☺️
All the travelling you're doing throughout Spain you're gonna hit a few bumps in the road, Rise above it and enjoy yourselves,
Keep on knocking the vlogs out they're really good,
Thank you yes you have to Take the rough with the smooth don’t you ☺️
I've lived in my camper for the last 18 months in Spain, loved every minute of it. Keep away from the Brits ( Benidorm) etc, go inland.
Ah lovely, don’t think we could stand the heat in the summer months!
Hi Guys!! Catchin up with videos!nightmare with those boarder control, hope Zak’s rash gets better bless him, at least the weather lovely that’s something, beach looked nice tho, little boo loved it, another great video happy travels take care see you on the nxt one, stay safe ❤❤❤❤
Thanks Susan, see you on the next one 😊❤️
Sorry you had issues with border control. They can be a complete pain sometimes. When we lived in Gibraltar they'd sometimes hold the cars going through for hours 😳 There is a campsite further up passed Tarifa called Camping Valdevaqueros, it's a bit tired but quite reasonable with an ACSI card and the beach is across the road.
We can tell they get on a bit of a power trip! Thanks for that ☺️
I see you have a left-hand drive motorhome was it cheaper to buy
No it definitely wasn’t it the same price as a RHD but ours had extremely low mileage
Look really nice there,not like -2 here in they UK tonight lol,seem a very controlled country but don't let it spoil your time there.
We won’t, we are fine now ☺️
Loving your videos, Boo loves the beach stops. Very interesting and funny, love seeing the places you visit. Some lovely places you visit too. Keep making the videos loving them xx
Thank you ☺️
Brilliant true to life video presentation yet again - you are giving people down to earth scenarios to better their choice of destinations and travels.
All the very Best: Maggie & Mack, Huddersfield.
That’s exactly how we hope it comes across thank you ☺️
Hi guys.. so sorry for the stress you got from the border crossing. Don't let it put a damper on your travels...Loved see Boo running about on the beach. He melts my heart, Bless him.. Roll on the next video ❤❤❤
Unfortunately that’s exactly what it did do 🙁 but we’ve picked ourselves up and we are ok now!
Cant believe how you've been treated, its not very welcoming 😢 hope you're all feeling brighter now thats past 😅 & having fun, awesome vlog as always guys, absolutely love you all ❤🌹🥂🍾
It got us down very much as you could see but we are fine now thank you ☺️
Head to ronda it’s magnificent x
We have just been it was absolutely stunning 😍
LOVE your vlogs 😊
Thank you ☺️
Hi all go steady stay safe ❤👍
Thank you we are fine now ☺️
Jeez youse had a time of it in Gibraltar. Hope ur OK now zack. Boo when he senses the beach 😂 luv it 😂 he definitely a beach water baby 😂
Boo has a 6th sense to detect beaches 🤣🤣🐶❤️
Leave motor home outside , walk through .
Yes we did 👍 still gota go through passport control 😛
Hi guys, I'm really enjoying watching your adventures in Spain and sad to learn of your recent problems at the border with Gibralter. My only grouch is that I wish you would stop interrupting Catherine and Zach when they want to speak, Steve, otherwise great viewing. Stay safe and enjoy the rest of your travels and hope you all have a super Christmas.
Yes he does get told about this!!
Hi guys, when do you expect to be in Benidorm ? We are going over from Scotland from 15-18 December. Would be nice to see you xx
Hiya we will be back in Benidorm 23rd till 30th dec x
Having just returned after many years in Spain I found there are two types of Spaniard. The very helpful and the very " I suddenly do not speak English anymore type. Trouble is the difficult ones are hard to spot. 😊
You hit the nail on the head there!
I think the Gibraltar problem is because of Brexit. It's freezing here at the moment. BOO is adorable on the beach bless!! Diane & Paul , Pontefract.
Yes it’s been on the news again this week that Spain and Gibraltar are wanting to close a deal of purchase on the country
If you’re using a 2000watt generator you’ll only get just over 8amps per hour (W/V=A) so a lot of noise for very little result. Far better off with more solar!
We only use as a back up away from any other van lifers and more solar isn’t enough when it’s cloudy all week in the uk 😂
Although the coast of Spain is lovely some of the inland places are really worth a visit. To be honest we felt a little bit the same about Spain and we enjoyed the slower pace of Portugal much more.
Glad you have decided not to skip Benidorm 😊
Looking forward to seeing you all at Christmas 💜xx
We are looking forward to seeing you both xx
Hi guys, apparently the Christmas markets in Malaga are lovely. Not sure how far away you are at present.
We are currently in Malaga and have a hire car to go see the light displays ☺️
Hi guys don't let the Spanish get you down keep the video's going love them Chris/ Jan
Thanks guys xx
GOOD EVENING
Good chilly evening to you 😊
You are lovely people, Zak is a lovely boy and Boo is so cute ❤
Aww thank you ☺️
Do you have Lithium batterys? What is your best power pack, looking to buy one.
Yes we have 3 Renogy batteries. On the power packs the Vtoman is the best one we have, we reviewed it with a discount code but not sure of the code is still valid now
That’s a shame Uve had a bad experience having lived in spain for 8 yrs it’s a beautiful country, better weather and the health care/system is so much better, don’t let a bad experience put u off x
I’m sure we will be back next year ☺️
It's very much the same in USA if you visiting Cuba before USA you are refused empty to America do vise verser amd return back to America nl problem
Daft isn’t it!
Hi guys, hope you're all well. Have you already paid for your Xmas park up at Benidorm? We stayed on a cracking site for 18 euros a night with pool and bar b q area just outside Benidorm and the bus was only a couple of euros. Macdonald's, taco bel, burger king on your doorstep.let us know and will send you the details.
Hiya yes we’ve paid a deposit and we have friends who have booked on with us but thanks ☺️
Bulgaria is better accommodating lovely people and scenery ur eyes will open
Sounds fab!
Always going to happen once we got Brexit. Spain want Gibraltar back. I can remember before we joined european union, we used to have the same problem then.
It’s ridiculous it needs sorting out once and for all!!
Hi Guy's, don't forget what I said in an earlier post.
Northern Spain is far more picturesque than Southern Spain. Especially along the Pyrenees, Dave.
Yes totally agree, the Pyrenees are beautiful ☺️
Get yourselves into Germany ❤ Xmas markets up the Ying Yang...but you will need snow tyres 😂😂
That might be next year 😀
Thats why me n dave are staying in uk. Ppl might complain about stuff in uk but aboard and Europe is not all its cracked up 2 be since brexit. The stress not worth it to us just want to be left alone lol. Anyway onwards and upwards. Keep calm and carry on 😂😊🩷🩷🩷
We are missing the uk a fair bit tbh it was a lot of stress we didn’t need down there!
Hi, having just left Gibraltar after living there for 3 years I can definitely say that it’s the Spanish boarder control who are difficult. They are directed by Madrid to mess people about at the boarder as a result of the history between both Spain and the UK with Gibraltar. Their hope is that the more that they act as petulant children messing people about the more pressure will be placed on the UK to gift Gibraltar back to Spain. Please, please do not think it’s Gibraltar or the Gibraltarians as they are as annoyed with the Spanish (Madrid controlled) boarder force as you are. Happy travels guys, love to watch your videos.
Ah no we know that it’s the Spanish guards that are playing with authority they were a bunch of rude idiots!
Thank you for sharing your experiences at the border 🤔🙈 might give Gibraltar a bit of a body swerve for now 🙄 also how hilarious to ask how you can prove if Zack is your son..he is the double of Catherine 😅❤ hopefully spain will issue robust guidelines for motorhomes so we all know where we stand x
I know poor lad 🤣 let’s hope they sort something out and calm things down a tad!
Isn’t Gibraltar still part of English territory.
Yes it’s park of Britain and Spain have wanted it back for years , there is talks at the moment on removing the border witch should make it much better to cross
hey guys, my folks lived in espana for years.All knew the Spanish hate gib as brit owned.its their prop.just old arguments.Just wanted to know does Zac have an amount for school work on net and same for gaming
Hiya yes so much work per week however he wants to spread it out over so many days and time limits for gaming per day ( some days he doesn’t bother with gaming)
My family live on n Marbella but sorry to say would not live there if u paid me Bulgaria is easier that's all I say
Bulgaria is on the bucket list, we wouldn’t live in Spain either!
Sorry to hear about your border experiences, it’s unfortunate and the direct consequence of England and Wales narrowly voting for brexit and for removing everyone in the Uk and Gibraltar freedom of movement rights, including their own and their kids.
Typically a third country, which is now the Uk, needs to apply for a Schengen visa to enter the zone. Part of that visa application is submitting paperwork proving who you are, return ticket, accommodation booked or invitation to stay, proof of sufficient funds during your stay in the Schengen zone, and of course the visa application fee.
The Uk being a former EU member got a special exemption of not needing to make a visa application for short term stays of up to 90 days in every 180 days.
However all the requirements about proof of sufficient funds, return ticket, proof of accommodation, proof of all travellers identity are still there. It is this that Spain is using from time to time to annoy people crossing the border from Gibraltar. The politics of why are well known.
Hopefully a deal will soon be agreed regarding Gibraltar’s future relationship with the EU which should mean the border and hassles go away. Unless and until that happens the Gibraltar Spain border will continue to be a political football Spain likes to kick hard from time to time.
Meanwhile best advice to anyone on a British passport intending to cross from Gibraltar into Spain is:
make sure you have a printout of your hotel booking with you.
If staying with people in Spain have a letter of invitation from them with their name, address, you names and duration of stay.
If your married to a dual national with an EU passport bring a copy of your marriage certificate. You can then exercise your spouse to an EU citizen freedom of movement right.
Yes but sadly when your in a motorhome you have nothing printable to prove things, it sucks really the way they treat people. What is the world coming to??
😘
☺️
Spain want Gibralter back, that's all. Yes, we want ya "pound notes ", speak ya lingo, but we're not part of ya saxon commonweal !
😂 I hear ya!
You should have stayed in France. Bit more interesting and things to do.
We shall be doing more of France next year 👍