There must be ventilation on all sides of the container. This also applies to animals other than dogs and cats (rodents, rabbits, reptiles etc.). 
I do fully intentd to keep updating this link with any progress regarding the forthcoming complaints. Until one has loved an animal, part of ones soul remains unawakened. they are a long thin room with kennel type caged areas both sides and a shelved area where pets in "owners boxes" are stored. The ferry left on time from Ibiza and we arrived at Barcelona on schedule (total trip time 8hr). All pets must have obtained their original rabies certificate (signed by a vet) which proves they have received the vaccination. It needs competition and staff need training to teach them what customer care means. 
At one point we got lost and got shouted at for ending up in a bar that was closed.
Many Thanks MaryDom! In January we were waiting to board in Barcelona and the
Hope to see you soon on board. The dos and donts could have you going barking mad, but I promise its not as complex as it may seem! We had to reverse into a queue. trasmediterranea acciona ferry barcelona ferries mallorca freight cadiz palma The photos you posted on your blog, I must admit are the best cages I have seen for months, you can imagine the others we have seen, like you said, they are little carry boxes that have seen better days, (like your first photos). Boarding the ship was unbelievable, we had to drive down a tight spiral to the bottom of the ship. Green, celtic Galicia, exquisite sea and Cantabria for Children
If we can just save 1 other dog from going through this then we have done something. The container must be made from sturdy plastic (although many airlines now request steel) and the locks on the doors must be spring loaded. Regards. I will follow up with my experience here after the trip so that it might help others as well. (Not
I cant seem to find a fast ferry for this trip (however Im pretty sure dogs would not be allowed on those anyway?)
They dont seem to be strict and I have never The Pictorial Villa is a Fabulous finca in a huge plot divided in two houses connected by a huge terrace, both with panoramic views to the bay of Palma and the golf course of Puntir. These chips must be one of the following; ISO Standard 11784/5, or Annex A. Spain also currently accepts the AVID 9 and 10 chips. more. Acciona and Balaeria both run crossings Barcelona to Palma 7 days per week. ferry is not good and I signed a petition with the Mallorca Bulletin 3 years ago to protest against the way the Balearia treated dogs on board. The crate must also hold containers for ample food and water, that can be given to the pet without opening the doors of the container. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. We use simple cookies to optimize your experience of using this website. A few airlines are beginning to offer travel for pets (weighing under 5kg) in the cabin. I took my dog on the Acconia ferry 3 weeks ago - it was all very smooth. Thanks to every one for taking the time out to warn others, after all, we are all dogs lovers. Your EU health certificate is valid for 10 days after it has been granted, and until you reach your destination.
The dogs were placed in a kennel, ( I think now its inside rooms, rather than a cage, directly on on the deck unroofed ). In making this booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons. I know he needs to have a Scalibor collar for sandflies and ticks: did you take any other precautions? If you would like to see this, please ask us. I can't imagine being on the bow for 5 hours while the ferry is crusing at 25 knots or more. cages on deck. As they say, on the slower ferries, you can visit the pet from time to time and I have known them to allow you to walk a dog withing the room, not outside on the deck. I can only find one paragraph that states the pets stay in a designated area. It is a fact of life in Mallorca that dogs mean absolutely nothing to society and we will not change it. If you have a little dog, I would smuggle it onboard in a bag. We were allowed to visit our dog twice and although he was not too happy we knew he was safe and secure.The crossing was delayed by an hour due to the weather. The entry process is relatively straightforward between the UK and Spain.
summer service baleria specify sources didn spanish ship yet speed say name menorca ferry mallorca shippax 81m likely incat jaume Im moving with work to Palma in April this year. What a shock. The garden has a spectacular swimming pool and hammocks to feel at ease. barcelona ferry mallorca mediterranean balearia palma destinations ibiza faehre (We may make a small charge for providing this to you). barcelona ferry palma ibiza ferries fortuny directferries | E: info@rusticaltravel.com. (I do carry paper towels and pooper-scooper Mallorcas Most Dangerous Small and Furry Insect. I think I will choose Acconia as well. Pets are permitted to enter Spain with a valid 1-year vaccination (sometimes called a Primary Vaccination). The preferred mode of transport for many of us is by air, for ease and the shortest duration, it certainly ticks all the boxes! You can only visit once every 4 hours and the We will communicate your comment to the department in charge, regards. In order to process your booking and to ensure that your holiday arrangements run smoothly and meet your requirements, we must, of course, use the information you provide such as name, contact details, special requirements etc. menorca soler The local British paper tried to do something but nothing was done. Im worried about it and would be very grateful for some advise. The lesson is clear: never use Balearia Ferries - they are simply not competent to be in business. T: (+34) 91 301 30 86. out the website, it tells you there). It was, simply put, a danger to the pets in there. Let this be a warning to others to be prepared. The information may also be supplied to public authorities such as customs/immigration if required by them, in accordance with the law. A very rude man shouted at us -we didnt understand what he was saying about how to park.We then went to our cabin. to mention holding up 100 cars who were trying to get off the ferry, but he Thanks for your opinion Donovan, And we apopogize for the little delay on your returnig cruise. They were clean and roomy. We travel 2 or 3 times per year and have NEVER been outside. I would be willing to take the longer Frerry trip if it meant the dog was better protected and more comfortable. important it is not to leave an animal in the car. Thanks for your comment Luis. cages but the rule remains that you can only visit once every 4 hours, (check var addy_textf7c01ec73454e215fa79ba686615f48e = 'info' + '@' + 'rusticaltravel' + '.' + 'com';document.getElementById('cloakf7c01ec73454e215fa79ba686615f48e').innerHTML += ''+addy_textf7c01ec73454e215fa79ba686615f48e+'<\/a>'; Like most businesses these days, we use cookies to track the number of browser visits to our website and help us learn from visitor behaviour. Most airlines have adapted their regulations in order to permit pets in their flights, although it is very important to be well informed in advance if you plan to travel with an animal. It is mandatory that animals have a passport where all the shots, treatments and basic information is shown. This MUST be obtained after the microchip has been inserted, and if it is obtained before, your pet will require a second rabies vaccination to ensure theyre fully protected. So there is a choice to eat food. Happy travels to all!!!!! I've written the whole thing up on my blog - and on the back of that will be complaing to the company (no surprise they haven't responded), and the maritime authorities about some safety breaches (human) that turned up because of this incident. However, if you are like me and have rescued your fur baby, it is quite possible that this hasnt been done. I was very concerned to see the staff on the car deck smoking during loading and someone was arc welding on the passenger deck during the crossing amongst the passengers with nothing to protect their vision.
Simply ensure your animal has received the correct vaccinations, has a microchip and a valid pet passport so that no quarantine is imposed. We dont like spam ourselves and we restrict our own promotional mailings to two typically non-aggressive instances: Otherwise, we never use your personal information for any purpose other than arranging your holiday booking. This email address is being protected from spambots. Very good service, reasonable prices and plenty of ferries to Ibiza, Awful company, always late, over sold tickets, no catering actually available, Calpe and Denia Villages Trip from Benidorm. The terminal Regrettably we had to change our plans for our trip to Mallorca. All flight regulations should be checked with your tour operator, and providing your pet holds all the correct paperwork they will have no problem relocating to Mallorca! Pleas, let us know wich ferry were you traveling and day. When you consider the Spanish people in general treat dogs and animals as though they have no feelings it is not surprising they dont give a damn that the animals suffer with extreme fumes, excessive heat/cold and dirty conditions, not to mention being left alone in a strange noisy atmosphere for 8 / 9 hours at a time, (and in tiny cages far too small for big dogs to even turn around in). tenacia addyf7c01ec73454e215fa79ba686615f48e = addyf7c01ec73454e215fa79ba686615f48e + 'rusticaltravel' + '.' + 'com'; I hope youll agree that the airport part of this journey is not too complex, however there are a few more papers that you must obtain when taking this mammoth journey across the Atlantic! He died, It is everyday more and more frequent that people choose to travel with their beloved fur friends. Could you make any suggestions? Pets travelling from Canada and Spain must carry an EU health certificate (available from your vet) and MUST have sent all their documentation to the USDA for approval. all night when I took my dogs for a walk, never in a million years would I I always gave my dogs a prescribed by the vet tablet to keep them relaxed and we all travelled without any consequences. Hi.
For those of you who arent so fond of flying, or perhaps prefer to take in the scenery whilst on the open water, Balearia ferries offer fantastic, pet friendly, transportation from Barcelona, Valencia and Denia, straight into the ports of Palma and Alcudia in Mallorca! var prefix = 'ma' + 'il' + 'to'; All they said is that there is no way around the rules and that the dog has to go in to a kennel or stay in the car? We used the Barcelona to Palma ferry as we are holidaying with our dog. It's all in your preference of travel and what your schedule is. Its a question every parent asks when planning a holiday. After this point, it will remain valid for four months, allowing travel between other EU countries. Although Ive seen firsthand what Cats Protection Pollensa do, it must be said that there are numerous charities across the island, all doing a fantastic job and sadly not receiving the recognition that they deserve.
Hoping for the best, my first ferry with Balearia was good. 2 day returns Denia to Formentera cost 100Cost more in high seasonService ok on a newish fast ferryWhy do they not have a quiet zone on the ferries?Why are the seats hard as nails?Staff, some friendly, some not soCafe, no fresh food, so just about edible, Dear Geoff, we would like to know when did you travel? This morning we were 30 minutes late and this evening 80 minutes late, which means we will miss our bus and have to take a taxi 25km. Our analysis of this information does not identify you as the user so that your privacy is safeguarded. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC. I am so sorry for the poor owner and his dog who overheated. It can seem like a minefield when it comes to considering moving your pets to Spain, paperwork, certificates, rules and regulations, its enough to make anyones head spin! Since posting my comments last year we too have endured horrendous conditions on Acciona with our dogs. I had booked a FLEX ticket back in However, since the UK is no longer in the Schengen area, UK nationals are subject to the length of stays without a residency visa. Thank you everyone for putting all this on Angloinfo. We will not pass on any personal information to any individual or organization not responsible for part of your holiday arrangements. Some boats have horrible cages outside on the That means that you and your furry friends are only allowed in Spain for 90 days of 180 day cycle. Some shots are compulsory for animals to fly. Once you board with your car, you are not allowed to back the car out again, (and disturb all the other cars), you will have leave your car and arrange for some one to pick it up at the other end, plus we still had to travel one way or another and I don't like the idea of putting them in a cage on a tarmac full of noise waiting for a flight. The bigger boats have a special room with cages where you can visit your dog at any time.
I do fully intentd to keep updating this link with any progress regarding the forthcoming complaints. Until one has loved an animal, part of ones soul remains unawakened. they are a long thin room with kennel type caged areas both sides and a shelved area where pets in "owners boxes" are stored. The ferry left on time from Ibiza and we arrived at Barcelona on schedule (total trip time 8hr). All pets must have obtained their original rabies certificate (signed by a vet) which proves they have received the vaccination. It needs competition and staff need training to teach them what customer care means. At one point we got lost and got shouted at for ending up in a bar that was closed. Many Thanks MaryDom! In January we were waiting to board in Barcelona and the
Hope to see you soon on board. The dos and donts could have you going barking mad, but I promise its not as complex as it may seem! We had to reverse into a queue. trasmediterranea acciona ferry barcelona ferries mallorca freight cadiz palma The photos you posted on your blog, I must admit are the best cages I have seen for months, you can imagine the others we have seen, like you said, they are little carry boxes that have seen better days, (like your first photos). Boarding the ship was unbelievable, we had to drive down a tight spiral to the bottom of the ship. Green, celtic Galicia, exquisite sea and Cantabria for Children
If we can just save 1 other dog from going through this then we have done something. The container must be made from sturdy plastic (although many airlines now request steel) and the locks on the doors must be spring loaded. Regards. I will follow up with my experience here after the trip so that it might help others as well. (Not
I cant seem to find a fast ferry for this trip (however Im pretty sure dogs would not be allowed on those anyway?) 
They dont seem to be strict and I have never The Pictorial Villa is a Fabulous finca in a huge plot divided in two houses connected by a huge terrace, both with panoramic views to the bay of Palma and the golf course of Puntir. These chips must be one of the following; ISO Standard 11784/5, or Annex A. Spain also currently accepts the AVID 9 and 10 chips. more. Acciona and Balaeria both run crossings Barcelona to Palma 7 days per week. ferry is not good and I signed a petition with the Mallorca Bulletin 3 years ago to protest against the way the Balearia treated dogs on board. The crate must also hold containers for ample food and water, that can be given to the pet without opening the doors of the container. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. We use simple cookies to optimize your experience of using this website. A few airlines are beginning to offer travel for pets (weighing under 5kg) in the cabin. I took my dog on the Acconia ferry 3 weeks ago - it was all very smooth. Thanks to every one for taking the time out to warn others, after all, we are all dogs lovers. Your EU health certificate is valid for 10 days after it has been granted, and until you reach your destination.
The dogs were placed in a kennel, ( I think now its inside rooms, rather than a cage, directly on on the deck unroofed ). In making this booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons. I know he needs to have a Scalibor collar for sandflies and ticks: did you take any other precautions? If you would like to see this, please ask us. I can't imagine being on the bow for 5 hours while the ferry is crusing at 25 knots or more. cages on deck. As they say, on the slower ferries, you can visit the pet from time to time and I have known them to allow you to walk a dog withing the room, not outside on the deck. I can only find one paragraph that states the pets stay in a designated area. It is a fact of life in Mallorca that dogs mean absolutely nothing to society and we will not change it. If you have a little dog, I would smuggle it onboard in a bag. We were allowed to visit our dog twice and although he was not too happy we knew he was safe and secure.The crossing was delayed by an hour due to the weather. The entry process is relatively straightforward between the UK and Spain.
summer service baleria specify sources didn spanish ship yet speed say name menorca ferry mallorca shippax 81m likely incat jaume Im moving with work to Palma in April this year. What a shock. The garden has a spectacular swimming pool and hammocks to feel at ease. barcelona ferry mallorca mediterranean balearia palma destinations ibiza faehre (We may make a small charge for providing this to you). barcelona ferry palma ibiza ferries fortuny directferries | E: info@rusticaltravel.com. (I do carry paper towels and pooper-scooper Mallorcas Most Dangerous Small and Furry Insect. I think I will choose Acconia as well. Pets are permitted to enter Spain with a valid 1-year vaccination (sometimes called a Primary Vaccination). The preferred mode of transport for many of us is by air, for ease and the shortest duration, it certainly ticks all the boxes! You can only visit once every 4 hours and the We will communicate your comment to the department in charge, regards. In order to process your booking and to ensure that your holiday arrangements run smoothly and meet your requirements, we must, of course, use the information you provide such as name, contact details, special requirements etc. menorca soler The local British paper tried to do something but nothing was done. Im worried about it and would be very grateful for some advise. The lesson is clear: never use Balearia Ferries - they are simply not competent to be in business. T: (+34) 91 301 30 86. out the website, it tells you there). It was, simply put, a danger to the pets in there. Let this be a warning to others to be prepared. The information may also be supplied to public authorities such as customs/immigration if required by them, in accordance with the law. A very rude man shouted at us -we didnt understand what he was saying about how to park.We then went to our cabin. to mention holding up 100 cars who were trying to get off the ferry, but he Thanks for your opinion Donovan, And we apopogize for the little delay on your returnig cruise. They were clean and roomy. We travel 2 or 3 times per year and have NEVER been outside. I would be willing to take the longer Frerry trip if it meant the dog was better protected and more comfortable. important it is not to leave an animal in the car. Thanks for your comment Luis. cages but the rule remains that you can only visit once every 4 hours, (check var addy_textf7c01ec73454e215fa79ba686615f48e = 'info' + '@' + 'rusticaltravel' + '.' + 'com';document.getElementById('cloakf7c01ec73454e215fa79ba686615f48e').innerHTML += ''+addy_textf7c01ec73454e215fa79ba686615f48e+'<\/a>'; Like most businesses these days, we use cookies to track the number of browser visits to our website and help us learn from visitor behaviour. Most airlines have adapted their regulations in order to permit pets in their flights, although it is very important to be well informed in advance if you plan to travel with an animal. It is mandatory that animals have a passport where all the shots, treatments and basic information is shown. This MUST be obtained after the microchip has been inserted, and if it is obtained before, your pet will require a second rabies vaccination to ensure theyre fully protected. So there is a choice to eat food. Happy travels to all!!!!! I've written the whole thing up on my blog - and on the back of that will be complaing to the company (no surprise they haven't responded), and the maritime authorities about some safety breaches (human) that turned up because of this incident. However, if you are like me and have rescued your fur baby, it is quite possible that this hasnt been done. I was very concerned to see the staff on the car deck smoking during loading and someone was arc welding on the passenger deck during the crossing amongst the passengers with nothing to protect their vision.
Simply ensure your animal has received the correct vaccinations, has a microchip and a valid pet passport so that no quarantine is imposed. We dont like spam ourselves and we restrict our own promotional mailings to two typically non-aggressive instances: Otherwise, we never use your personal information for any purpose other than arranging your holiday booking. This email address is being protected from spambots. Very good service, reasonable prices and plenty of ferries to Ibiza, Awful company, always late, over sold tickets, no catering actually available, Calpe and Denia Villages Trip from Benidorm. The terminal Regrettably we had to change our plans for our trip to Mallorca. All flight regulations should be checked with your tour operator, and providing your pet holds all the correct paperwork they will have no problem relocating to Mallorca! Pleas, let us know wich ferry were you traveling and day. When you consider the Spanish people in general treat dogs and animals as though they have no feelings it is not surprising they dont give a damn that the animals suffer with extreme fumes, excessive heat/cold and dirty conditions, not to mention being left alone in a strange noisy atmosphere for 8 / 9 hours at a time, (and in tiny cages far too small for big dogs to even turn around in). tenacia addyf7c01ec73454e215fa79ba686615f48e = addyf7c01ec73454e215fa79ba686615f48e + 'rusticaltravel' + '.' + 'com'; I hope youll agree that the airport part of this journey is not too complex, however there are a few more papers that you must obtain when taking this mammoth journey across the Atlantic! He died, It is everyday more and more frequent that people choose to travel with their beloved fur friends. Could you make any suggestions? Pets travelling from Canada and Spain must carry an EU health certificate (available from your vet) and MUST have sent all their documentation to the USDA for approval. all night when I took my dogs for a walk, never in a million years would I I always gave my dogs a prescribed by the vet tablet to keep them relaxed and we all travelled without any consequences. Hi.
For those of you who arent so fond of flying, or perhaps prefer to take in the scenery whilst on the open water, Balearia ferries offer fantastic, pet friendly, transportation from Barcelona, Valencia and Denia, straight into the ports of Palma and Alcudia in Mallorca! var prefix = 'ma' + 'il' + 'to'; All they said is that there is no way around the rules and that the dog has to go in to a kennel or stay in the car? We used the Barcelona to Palma ferry as we are holidaying with our dog. It's all in your preference of travel and what your schedule is. Its a question every parent asks when planning a holiday. After this point, it will remain valid for four months, allowing travel between other EU countries. Although Ive seen firsthand what Cats Protection Pollensa do, it must be said that there are numerous charities across the island, all doing a fantastic job and sadly not receiving the recognition that they deserve.
Hoping for the best, my first ferry with Balearia was good. 2 day returns Denia to Formentera cost 100Cost more in high seasonService ok on a newish fast ferryWhy do they not have a quiet zone on the ferries?Why are the seats hard as nails?Staff, some friendly, some not soCafe, no fresh food, so just about edible, Dear Geoff, we would like to know when did you travel? This morning we were 30 minutes late and this evening 80 minutes late, which means we will miss our bus and have to take a taxi 25km. Our analysis of this information does not identify you as the user so that your privacy is safeguarded. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC. I am so sorry for the poor owner and his dog who overheated. It can seem like a minefield when it comes to considering moving your pets to Spain, paperwork, certificates, rules and regulations, its enough to make anyones head spin! Since posting my comments last year we too have endured horrendous conditions on Acciona with our dogs. I had booked a FLEX ticket back in However, since the UK is no longer in the Schengen area, UK nationals are subject to the length of stays without a residency visa. Thank you everyone for putting all this on Angloinfo. We will not pass on any personal information to any individual or organization not responsible for part of your holiday arrangements. Some boats have horrible cages outside on the That means that you and your furry friends are only allowed in Spain for 90 days of 180 day cycle. Some shots are compulsory for animals to fly. Once you board with your car, you are not allowed to back the car out again, (and disturb all the other cars), you will have leave your car and arrange for some one to pick it up at the other end, plus we still had to travel one way or another and I don't like the idea of putting them in a cage on a tarmac full of noise waiting for a flight. The bigger boats have a special room with cages where you can visit your dog at any time.