4Likes
|
|
22 Sep 2017
|
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
|
|
Join Date: Jul 2016
Posts: 3
|
|
Is that one way?
|
27 Sep 2017
|
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
|
|
Join Date: Jul 2016
Posts: 3
|
|
Just been quoted 100 Euros for an open return to Tangier Med, Rider & bike via Carlos. Seems reasonable to me.
|
27 Sep 2017
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Somewhere
Posts: 1,484
|
|
Free cake and bottle of wine as well from Carlos
|
30 Sep 2017
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: Shropshire
Posts: 194
|
|
Which port in Spain would you guys recommend in the context of price, speed and ease of entry into Morocco.
Tarifa or Algeceris?
Am I correct in thinking that the crossing from Tarifa doesn't go to Tangier Med? If so that could be the decider.
Thanks.
|
30 Sep 2017
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: Shropshire
Posts: 194
|
|
Answering my own question
Just did a quick online price comparison and it looks like Alegeceris is way cheaper.
|
30 Sep 2017
|
|
Super Moderator
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Jun 2000
Posts: 4,934
|
|
And also by far the busiest. It is huge.
Turn up there any time and there's a ferry leaving shortly.
|
20 Oct 2017
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Southampton UK
Posts: 195
|
|
Just back, used FRS from Algeciras - Tangier Med, €170 open return, 1 person and a vehicle, though it went via Gibraltar. Nice but could of done without the 3hr crossing.
Balearia went from €175 (April) to €256. I normally try a couple of places on the way down the AP4 toll road just south of Sevilla, portacabin in a service area, first is AML and there's a Balearia cabin further down the A381.
Failing that the trusted Carlos, who also prints out a D16, a cake and a ok bottle of Rio Tinto.
|
21 Oct 2017
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: NSW Australia - but never there
Posts: 1,235
|
|
On ioverlander, Camping Achakkar was marked closed in May for major refurbishment over several months so should be open for the coming season
|
26 Oct 2017
|
|
Super Moderator
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Jun 2000
Posts: 4,934
|
|
Lordy, 200 euro open moto return on AML this morning.
Normally pay < half that, but it was now or 6 hours later.
That’s what you get for winging it...
|
1 Nov 2017
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Southampton UK
Posts: 195
|
|
Balearia portacabin on the way down to Algeciras €195 open return for 1 per and vehicle. But ferries at 1000, 1600 and 2200.
Checked in the port, prices up around €300 and Carlos still €170 with FRS.
I'll stick buying tickets from him in the future, at least they're reliable IMHO.
Safe travels.
|
6 Nov 2017
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Somewhere
Posts: 1,484
|
|
Ferry to Morocco
170, wine and cake from Carlos yesterday
And a suspiciously smooth and organised crossing compared to normal
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
|
13 Dec 2017
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: May 2009
Location: Sweden
Posts: 1,465
|
|
We're crossing Dec 21 with two vehicles eight passengers, one way
aferry says €250 carlos says €270 - per vehicle
isn't that expensive ?
even for xmas?
or is it the going price these days.
I think the most I ever paid was €170, one way ticket, with five in the Land Cruiser.
Trying to book with Intershipping on their website
I get quoted 1 vehicle w 8 pass €325
with 2 vehicles 8 pass €365
but cant get through their booking system, yet.
Yes I know Tim Cullis says to stay clear of Intershipping but they appear to be 200 euros cheaper at the moment
(finally I called them and the price given through their online booking is incorrect)
Is there any reason to think that it would be cheaper at the last minute?
Has it ever happened that all ferries were sold out?
Going straight to the ferry lines,
Best deal is Algeciras-Ceuta for €223 on Balearia's and Trasmediterranea's website that may be as good as it gets then
Vehicle is 76 each passenger 33.
Aferry is €30 more. Tanger Med is €100 more. Per vehicle.
Edit: in the end, got tickets from Carlos to Ceuta 200 UKP per vehicle + four passengers.
Happy with that, but border crossing takes hours in Ceuta. Tanger Med they can be very strict with documents.
Easiest crossing now may be Tarifa - Tanger Ville, only 20-25 vehicles so quick and you may not even have to get out of the car.
Last edited by priffe; 2 Feb 2018 at 03:11.
|
26 Jan 2018
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: granada,spain
Posts: 352
|
|
Algeciras-Tanger Med
Crossed last week.
Got to port early and went to main ticket offices.Was quoted E325,E375 and E377 at Transmed plus 2 indepentents for return for 2 people plus Qashqai.Is this an early morning scam?
Went back to Viajes Normandie(Carlos) and got the same on Balereas for E200 plus the usual bottle of wine and cake. Happy days.
The world moves in mysterious ways
|
1 Feb 2018
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Southampton UK
Posts: 195
|
|
As above, just come back, €200 open return for 2 people and vehicle.
|
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
|
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
|
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...
2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.
"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)
Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.
Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.
Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!
What others say about HU...
"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia
"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK
"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia
"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA
"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada
"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa
"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia
"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany
Lots more comments here!
Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook
"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.
Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!
New to Horizons Unlimited?
New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!
Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.
Read more about Grant & Susan's story
Membership - help keep us going!
Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.
You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.
|
|
|