Beni here we come 🥳🥳🥳

[BikerGraham]

Right that’s it we’re on our holidays now.

Traveled from home down to derby way to stay overnight then Portsmouth tomorrow for ferry.

Despite thinking had drained the water down well must have missed something as bathroom tap would not turn. Heating on and thawed out ok. But not filling with water till off the ferry in Spain. Predicted to be -7 tonight.

Van is lovely and toasty though.

So the. Benidorm, we’re on our way

 

[Realist]

Have a nice trip, enjoy.

 

[jumar]

Right that’s it we’re on our holidays now.

Traveled from home down to derby way to stay overnight then Portsmouth tomorrow for ferry.

Despite thinking had drained the water down well must have missed something as bathroom tap would not turn. Heating on and thawed out ok. But not filling with water till off the ferry in Spain. Predicted to be -7 tonight.

Van is lovely and toasty though.

So the. Benidorm, we’re on our way

Benidorm awaits..... Weather is quite nice in Spain now the rain has cleared...
Even Madrid was 7°c this morning...a little cooler on the high mountain passes...should make for a pleasant trip...
Remember the 0.20€ per litre discount on fuel our government gives everyone.....does not apply to beer and wine though...that's cheap enough where you are heading...

 

[Ditcha]

Benidorm awaits..... Weather is quite nice in Spain now the rain has cleared...
Even Madrid was 7°c this morning...a little cooler on the high mountain passes...should make for a pleasant trip...
Remember the 0.20€ per litre discount on fuel our government gives everyone.....does not apply to beer and wine though...that's cheap enough where you are heading...

Sitting at Teruel this morning getting ready for the last leg leaving here about 9am should be in Benidorm for lunch

 

[Jo662]

Have a great trip Graham, very envious

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[Bobandfay]

Have a good trip we out on the 16 January

 

[BikerGraham]

Thanks everyone for the best wishes

Will do our best not to shame the Funsters good reputation whilst over there

 

[jumar]

Thanks everyone for the best wishes

Will do our best not to shame the Funsters good reputation whilst over there

Good idea and remember Brits not just Funsters are being targeted and scrutinized at every opportunity now, so be on you guard at all times.... Viva España...

 

[Lee Fryer]

Did your Mango Tag arrive mines still stuck in France

 

[BikerGraham]

Did your Mango Tag arrive mines still stuck in France

Unfortunately it didn’t. Still in France apparently.

Will just have to keep the boss awake for any toll booths.

Will see what’s in the list when I get home next month and if not there chase it up with Mango.

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[BikerGraham]

Was going to wash the van before I left but with all this really cold weather thought it would probably need washing again when I get to El Raco.

Glad I didn’t as it is absolutely manky now and only at the Brittany ferry port at Portsmouth and I mean manky.

All off the roads over that last two days.

 

[BikerGraham]

Off the ferry and in Zaragoza municipal site. It’s ok. Bit pricy at £26 but will do.

Filled up the water system with everything crossed and yes there was a leak. Problem was it was the in line water filter that I had taken out to ensure it didn’t freeze as it had been installed horizontally. When I put it back in I hadn’t pushed the push fit connector hard enough on one end, doh . Fortunately we noticed it quickly and sorted. So we have water . And lesson learned was, leave the damn thing alone as I’m useless

By the way the Galicia was ok. Thought it was really well priced and the boss is in heaven with fags at £3 a packet from the duty free. Really smooth sailing.

Beni tomorrow

 

[BikerGraham]

Just a heads up if not already aware.
AP68 to Zaragoza from Bilbao cost 33.75 euros. Thought that was pretty heavy cost wise.

 

[BikerGraham]

That’s it
Arrived
Pitch 162 at El Raco.

Glad the mains electrics can charge the engine battery. I think. Otherwise would have to move as either under a great big tree or no sun. So Set up the basics. Rest will wait till tomorow

Time now for a Shower then off for a few drinks

 

[Fontie]

Were booked on the train on the 16th heading to Spain cant wait

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[Winger]

Enjoy Graham, we love Benidorm but won’t make it this spring

 

[Kenp]

Just a heads up if not already aware.
AP68 to Zaragoza from Bilbao cost 33.75 euros. Thought that was pretty heavy cost wise.

At just 11 cents per kilometre its quite cheap compared to France and others. Did you consider using some of the A68 when it runs alongside as its free?

 

[Wingingit#1]

We did Urrugne to Villanova on friday for £23.67 ( or €27.11).

 

[Northernraider]

Excellent and from beni you're only 10-15 minutes drive to Spain. In almost any direction

 

[Mikeco]

Excellent and from beni you're only 10-15 minutes drive to Spain. In almost any direction

7 miles South is Villajoyosa, not a brit bar in sight.

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[Bluemooner]

7 miles South is Villajoyosa, not a brit bar in sight.

I can think off two on the sea front

 

[Mikeco]

I can think off two on the sea front

There’s a Dutch restaurant but I cannot remember any British owned bars on the front, but I don’t drink so may have not noticed them. Will be there in two weeks so I will have a look.

 

[Northernraider]

7 miles South is Villajoyosa, not a brit bar in sight.

I love villajoyosa. Not allowed to park there now though sadly

 

[Bluemooner]

There’s a Dutch restaurant but I cannot remember any British owned bars on the front, but I don’t drink so may have not noticed them. Will be there in two weeks so I will have a look.

We went to Imperium for five years on the trot I (even went to look for you) last year lost my pitch as I couldn’t stay 3 months so go to Almafra now and love it, we were the small Fifthwheel near toilet block

 

[Mikeco]

I love villajoyosa. Not allowed to park there now though sadly

We went to Imperium for five years on the trot I (even went to look for you) last year lost my pitch as I couldn’t stay 3 months so go to Almafra now and love it, we were the small Fifthwheel near toilet block

I remember noticing you parked up, we just book a Allon pitch for 60 days as they are large enough for our van. We only find out which pitch it is when we get there but they are all similar.

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[BikerGraham]

Enjoy Graham, we love Benidorm but won’t make it this spring

Thanks Winger.

It’s weird as as a teenager I planned on a holiday with a mate. That was 40 years ago. But it never happened and never got here till today.

Wont be going on the piss with the lads though and don’t think the boss will accept going on the pull either. How times have changed

 

[f6c]

Its the headache i cant handle now.

 

[BikerGraham]

Its the headache i cant handle now.

Latest, the boss said nee bother, you go on the pull and I’ll stand here and laugh my head off.
Reminding me I’m now 57 not 17 and the belly is bigger, the hair is gone. Zero sex appeal
The only positive is the bank balance is better.

Women can be so cruel, can’t they

 

[jannyman]

Latest, the boss said nee bother, you go on the pull and I’ll stand here and laugh my head off.
Reminding me I’m now 57 not 17 and the belly is bigger, the hair is gone. Zero sex appeal
The only positive is the bank balance is better.

Women can be so cruel, can’t they

Honesty - the best policy!

 

[Richard n Ann]

Excellent and from beni you're only 10-15 minutes drive to Spain. In almost any direction

But why?! You're in a little oasis of paradise right inside Spain

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