PREMIUM CLASS on the TranzAlpine | Scenic Plus with restaurant quality food & drink

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From the Window Seat

From the Window Seat

Күн бұрын

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@fabiopantel4742
@fabiopantel4742 4 ай бұрын
Unbelievable that this channel has only 30k subscribers. Adam you are doing sensational work!.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much Fabio!
@scottrutkowski493
@scottrutkowski493 4 ай бұрын
Hi adam thanks again for another outstanding descriptive video. I am looking forward to your Japanese train video and for people like myself you have no vision, you really do an outstanding job at describing everything in your videos and telling us what is going on. This makes your videos very very informative and enlightening for those of us you have no vision.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Hi Scott. I really appreciate hearing that - thanks for letting me know!
@zanegracie39
@zanegracie39 5 күн бұрын
Thanks Adam for posting, a very informed video of the Tranz Alpine service scenic plus, as a new zealander, i'd pay for the premium service experience.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 5 күн бұрын
Glad you liked it. Thank you!
@ryerye0817
@ryerye0817 19 күн бұрын
excited for my visit soon to NZ. Thanks for all your videos about scenic train. Just got some insights and preview of the journey. Keep it up Adam, you're doing a good job!!
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 19 күн бұрын
Great to hear - thank you! Enjoy your trip to NZ!
@tishka1232
@tishka1232 2 ай бұрын
What a lovely trip. My mum always talks about visiting her aunty in the Otira Tea rooms.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 2 ай бұрын
It certainly is. Yes, it’s a pity they’re not open anymore.
@mce_AU
@mce_AU 4 ай бұрын
Adam, great video with comprehensive coverage of the features of the trip. Looking forward to your next video.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! ☺️
@jordanhay1669
@jordanhay1669 2 ай бұрын
Fantastically made video mate. Really enjoyed it
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! Great to hear.
@SCN-ow8uh
@SCN-ow8uh 4 ай бұрын
What a beautiful day you had for the trip.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Yes. It was perfect!
@charlottelougher628
@charlottelougher628 4 ай бұрын
Hi Adam I'm from New Zealand and I truly appreciate how you've presented New Zealand tr ain rides. And because of that I've followed your train rides in Australia. I have 2 children living in Adelaide and Victoria and that's why I follow your channel thank you again.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
That’s brilliant to hear Charlotte. Thank you!
@sandram44
@sandram44 3 ай бұрын
Hi Adam, i just discovered your channel today and watched the cross Australia journey. Now i am in New Zealand and it's just beautiful. I would love to visit your side of the world, maybe someday. In the meantime i will check out all your videos. Thanks for sharing.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 3 ай бұрын
Hi Sandra. I'm really happy to hear that. Hope you get to make it Down Under one day! :)
@TattooMyWombat
@TattooMyWombat 4 ай бұрын
Another Superb Video. Thanks.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Great to hear. Thank you!
@louiserawle8999
@louiserawle8999 4 ай бұрын
Adam you excel at making travel videos,loved this and hope to make this journey very soon..Aussie to the fore 😂😂😂
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
@@louiserawle8999 Thanks so much Louise! You’ll love it. ☺️
@heathertruskinger6214
@heathertruskinger6214 4 ай бұрын
Hi Adam. Great video. We loved the fact that you showed both journeys, that gave us a good feel for what was offered
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Thank you!
@aprilhilliard3302
@aprilhilliard3302 4 ай бұрын
Awesome video once again...thanks Adam! Can't wait to see the next episode in Japan.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much April!☺️
@DChatburn1
@DChatburn1 3 ай бұрын
This is an EXCELLENT video. I really enjoyed it and it has piqued my interest in possible traveling this route. I will be going on the Indian Pacific as the end of May in Australia. I liked your video of that journey as well. Keep up the good work!
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 3 ай бұрын
So good to hear - thank you! Enjoy the IP!
@TCFan30
@TCFan30 2 ай бұрын
The scenery, open air and scenic cars share similarities to the Rocky Mountaineer.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 2 ай бұрын
Nice. Very keen to try that one day!
@aussiejohn5835
@aussiejohn5835 4 ай бұрын
Hi Adam 👋 this is another outstanding presentation, and I look forward to your next adventure.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Happy to hear that John. Many thanks!
@aussiejohn5835
@aussiejohn5835 4 ай бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat you're very welcome 👍
@lilfloss7
@lilfloss7 4 ай бұрын
thanks for another great video Adam! the scenery on this journey was incredible 🏔️ 25:39 also cracked me up! happens to me all the time at train stations - they’re so loud out of nowhere 😅
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 3 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Yes, the scenery was wonderful. Ha - yes, have me a shock. 😂😂
@michaelformaini7053
@michaelformaini7053 3 ай бұрын
It's been a while since I've had the luxury of spending time on KZfaq but this offering of yours has really lifted the spirits on this dreary wet Sunday Morning in Melbourne at the start of normal Eastern Standard Time. I've done this journey several times in both directions but well before the current carriages came into service (well, the open air car was on my last journey in 2007). Your presentation was excellent and, yes, the east bound journey is quieter and somewhat more delightful if you pick the right time of the year to do it (early September in my case with close to 12 hours daylight). I'm blown away by the standard of the carriages. Much more attractive than past offerings, although the upgrade that was done to the older carriages during the TransScenic period made for a comfortable journey. As a former rail employee here in Victoria, I enjoyed free travel on my first experience back 40 years ago and a significant discount on the 2007 trip. Might need to win the Lotto to justify the Premium Class experience you show though. By all accounts the price appears worthwhile given the quality of the on-board experience. The scenery is priceless however (some of the world's best) and I thank you for the way you have presented it in this KZfaq offering. Certainly has brought back significant memories and warmed up my Sunday morning. Now I must away and view some of my other favourite presenters' clips..... Thanks again and more happy travelling for you Adam.🙂
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 3 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing Michael - great to hear about your experiences as well as your thoughts on the video and service. It certainly is a breathtaking journey! ☺️
@aussieman6371
@aussieman6371 4 ай бұрын
It's a stunning trip across the Southern Alps. Did it by car about 12 years ago, and there is some amazing things to see. Looking forward to more Japan rail videos. I was tossing up treating myself to a holiday somewhere this year, and once I watched your top 30 video, I immediately began planning my Japan trip, and now excited to head over in October!
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
It really is! Wow - that’s great to hear. Hope you love Japan (and its trains) as much as I did. 😊
@richardcaldwell9160
@richardcaldwell9160 4 ай бұрын
Excellent video Adam I think the cost Premium plus is good value if you can afford - and you don't encounter the riff raff. Love Moana Station-cheers
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Thanks Richard. Yes, I think I need to stay in Moana at some point. Love those views of Lake Brunner. 😍
@teddythewonderlizard1448
@teddythewonderlizard1448 4 ай бұрын
Thanks Adam for another great travel video. This reminded me of Silver Leaf Service in the Rocky Mountaineer. I reckon I'll be taking Scenic+ on the three trains from Auckland to Greymouth - I worked too hard and too long to leave an inheritance that my kids will only fight over. More power to you, sir.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Ha - enjoy and well deserved, no doubt! I haven’t been to Canada but definitely hope to travel on the Rocky Mountaineer one day. 🤞
@stewartrivers4208
@stewartrivers4208 4 ай бұрын
Great to see you back Adam. Looking forward to hearing about your next adventure.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Thanks Stewart!
@andrewhewes2461
@andrewhewes2461 4 ай бұрын
I always enjoy your videos. Thanks
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Great to hear. Thanks Andrew!
@user-cw9gc7bs1u
@user-cw9gc7bs1u 4 ай бұрын
I really enjoyed this I love train journeys
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Wonderful - thank you!
@Him_He_Me
@Him_He_Me 2 ай бұрын
I love the idea of the open car!!! OML... a hot towel!! The food looks delish. Your vids are sooooo well done! Very professional. NZ is so beautiful. Watching from Australia, Ipswich Qld.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 2 ай бұрын
Yes, the open air car is the best! And it obviously helps that NZ is beautiful. 😍 Thank you!
@maybelucky2558
@maybelucky2558 3 ай бұрын
Great video as always. ;-)
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 3 ай бұрын
Thank you! ☺️
@grahamabbott1141
@grahamabbott1141 4 ай бұрын
Another brilliant video, Adam.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much Graham!
@anuj2202
@anuj2202 4 ай бұрын
I had been waiting for this video for quite some time. Very well made! 👍🏼 Your videos have inspired me to visit Australia and New Zealand. I shall definitely plan an extended vacation there soon. Regards from India
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
That’s great to hear. I’m sure you’ll love both countries! ✌️
@larryingle9966
@larryingle9966 4 ай бұрын
Great video Adam, as informative as always. You have inspired me to make this trip one day 😊
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Thanks Larry! Great to hear … New Zealand’s trains are hard to beat, scenery-wise. 😍
@teeayy66
@teeayy66 3 ай бұрын
Thankyou for a fantastic video of your ChCh to Greymouth. I took this train trip as a teenager with my parents and only vaguely remember it. I'd love to go back on it one day soon.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 3 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it. Hope you get to take it again soon.
@Sunjoy1
@Sunjoy1 4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much..love your narrative and information on screen...my only way to travel and look forward to every video 😊
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Wonderful to hear. Thank you!
@diegohurwitz
@diegohurwitz 4 ай бұрын
Thank you smooch for sharing this video with the Scenic Plus product. Always wanted to know if it was worth paying the difference and definitely I'll go for it :)
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Great to hear Diego. Cheers!
@leonwakefield7285
@leonwakefield7285 4 ай бұрын
Great video again Adam, your videogralhy gets better and better. Seriously looking forward to your next video Cheers.😊
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Many thanks Leon!
@bodyloverz30
@bodyloverz30 4 ай бұрын
Outstanding, wish we had this in USA!
@rapidthrash1964
@rapidthrash1964 4 ай бұрын
You mean the Rocky Mountaineer?
@bodyloverz30
@bodyloverz30 4 ай бұрын
@@rapidthrash1964 Canada's best train, yes! But sadly nothing like that in America!
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
😊
@jameshennephof4045
@jameshennephof4045 4 ай бұрын
you do, its just different...
@teddythewonderlizard1448
@teddythewonderlizard1448 4 ай бұрын
As an Australian who has 'been there and done that', I can recommend "The Coast Starlight" (Los Angeles to Seattle), "The Cardinal" (New York to Chicago) and "The California Zephyr" (Denver to San Francisco is the best part, but the whole trip is remarkable). The service levels are a little different, but don't let that dissuade you - Amtrak delivers.
@Hongaars1969
@Hongaars1969 4 ай бұрын
Welcome back Adam. Hope you’re well. Was so excited to see that you’ve a new upload. What spectacular scenery and as always, I love your done attention to detail. Safe travels and happy Easter. Cheers from Dubrovnik. ZZ
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Thank you! Yes, all good here. Love Croatia. 😍
@Hongaars1969
@Hongaars1969 4 ай бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat looking forward to your Japanese adventure next.
@gaelwhite65
@gaelwhite65 Ай бұрын
Great commentary
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 29 күн бұрын
Much appreciated!
@xr6lad
@xr6lad 4 ай бұрын
Excellent video. Food looks really good.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Thank you. It was! 😋
@kevinellis8869
@kevinellis8869 4 ай бұрын
Another great trip, looking forward to seeing you spread your wings to new parts of the world.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
You and me both!
@LWJCarroll
@LWJCarroll 3 ай бұрын
Abrilliant video on this new service, thanks. Really good on my Meta Quest 3 , in their browser. KZfaqs 4k Fullscreen , about 2.5 to 3m diagonal virtual screen. !. Laurie NZ
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 3 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@amtrakharry
@amtrakharry 4 ай бұрын
Another master piece Adam. !!! You are making me rethink that maybe I should upgrade all of my train trips in New Zealand Scenic Plus...
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! It’s worth doing if you can afford it and they have availability.
@charlottelougher628
@charlottelougher628 3 ай бұрын
Adam please make more videos I think you're the bomb
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 3 ай бұрын
Will do - thank you!
@Ken-mj2go
@Ken-mj2go 4 ай бұрын
Outstanding video 😊
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@rileycummaudo8612
@rileycummaudo8612 4 ай бұрын
Great Video Adam Happy Easter
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Thank you. Happy Easter to you too!
@DXR8007NZR
@DXR8007NZR 3 ай бұрын
Outstanding video. And Idea Is Coastal Pacific Scenic Plus.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 3 ай бұрын
Thank you! Yes, Scenic Plus would be really enjoyable to take on this route.
@daniellaugesen8355
@daniellaugesen8355 3 ай бұрын
Love seeing the ex Auckland commuter carriages used as a kitchen! 🎉 great video as always Adam!
@daniellaugesen8355
@daniellaugesen8355 3 ай бұрын
Just an addition, why have you never covered your home cities trains? I only recently found out that Adelaide has train services!
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 3 ай бұрын
Thanks Daniel! Adelaide only has metropolitan trains … no regional services, sadly. And covering metro trains doesn’t seen terribly exciting. 🤷‍♂️
@daniellaugesen8355
@daniellaugesen8355 3 ай бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat I didn’t realise there was no regional SA services, well that bonus of Adelaide is parklands terminal so you get to see all the best services Australia has to offer.
@Zuuu40
@Zuuu40 3 ай бұрын
Amazing video I can't wait for your next video
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 3 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@Tim04-Jam
@Tim04-Jam Ай бұрын
Great video again thanks Adam! Speaking of sheep stations, ave you ever played Squatter?
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat Ай бұрын
Thank you! I haven’t played Squatter. Any good?
@delmen5167
@delmen5167 4 ай бұрын
Great Video Adam, will be my reference when I visit NZ next time 😊😊I really enjoy your video
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
That’s great to hear. Cheers! ☺️
@KiwiRailSpotter
@KiwiRailSpotter 4 ай бұрын
Great Video!
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Thank you! If only I had some incredible drone footage. 😜
@KiwiRailSpotter
@KiwiRailSpotter 4 ай бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat Haha 😄
@That_is_for_me_to_know
@That_is_for_me_to_know 3 ай бұрын
A good trip
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 3 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@AJS90210
@AJS90210 4 ай бұрын
Fantastic vlog 🚂 🫶
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you!
@RajeevKumar-mu9wb
@RajeevKumar-mu9wb 4 ай бұрын
❤❤❤❤
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
❤️
@WBTravels
@WBTravels 4 ай бұрын
@27:20 the Subtitles said "where are my shoes darling?" 😅😂😂😜😅
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Oops! That’s very funny … good pickup (fixed). 🙏
@Jasabby
@Jasabby 4 ай бұрын
What month were you here?
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
July 2023
@xr6lad
@xr6lad 4 ай бұрын
I understand why the open air car is closed in the tunnel but why the cafe car and toilets? They are not open air.
@chrismckellar9350
@chrismckellar9350 4 ай бұрын
It is a legal safety requirement for onboard crew and passenger's to be seated in case of an emergency in the Otira Tunnel.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the answer Chris. 👌
@gregb1599
@gregb1599 4 ай бұрын
Think most people can go without a toilet break for 15 min
@gregb1599
@gregb1599 4 ай бұрын
Rolleston is actually not part of Christchurch, its an entirely different council.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
I didn’t say it was part of the council just part of the wider metropolitan area, which I got from here: en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rolleston,_New_Zealand
@RollestonRails
@RollestonRails 4 ай бұрын
I will say this the current carriage they are using is a normal one but will be replaced by a new o e that has been made for senice plus
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Yes, that’s right. I believe it’s about to start operating with all table seating.
@RollestonRails
@RollestonRails 4 ай бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat will be soon its in the process of being certified for use
@DXR8007NZR
@DXR8007NZR 3 ай бұрын
If you don’t mind, would you please tell me what your editing software is?
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 3 ай бұрын
Hi. I use Final Cut Pro.
@DXR8007NZR
@DXR8007NZR 3 ай бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat Thank you. A funny part in this video was when you were rating it in greymouth, and the train blew the horn and you swore. Would you recommend this journey?
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 3 ай бұрын
@@DXR8007NZR Ha! Yes, that made me jump! Yes, I’d definitely recommend this trip. 🏔️
@andreawoelke
@andreawoelke 4 ай бұрын
Why don't Kiwirail get a few battery electric engines for thr tunnel section. As it is a short journey, they don't even need a massive battery, but it would eliminate this ridiculous faff with locking toilets etc.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
Yes, that would be a good idea. 👍
@DB-thats-me
@DB-thats-me 4 ай бұрын
The Tranz is a ‘light’ train. The West coast line’s primary freight is coal. To get a 2000ton coal train up the 1:33 grade from Otira requires 4x 3300hp locomotives. (They use six for safety). Battery electrics wouldn’t have a chance.
@andreawoelke
@andreawoelke 4 ай бұрын
@@DB-thats-me I wasny talking about coal trains. In any event battery powered engines at that strength are available.
@lindanormsmedrano7834
@lindanormsmedrano7834 4 ай бұрын
How much would it cost me for 1st class as a solo traveler??
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
It’s technically Scenic Plus rather than first class (there is no first class as such) but prices start at NZ $449 one way.
@DB-thats-me
@DB-thats-me 4 ай бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat😳😱. No wonder Kiwis can’t afford to travel on our own trains. 🤬
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
@@DB-thats-me Fair enough. I guess it’s mostly aimed at tourists.
@DB-thats-me
@DB-thats-me 4 ай бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat the pricing dissuades NZers from being tourists in their own country. My arguments has always been; ‘Lower the price and fill the seats’. It’s costs no more to run the train full as it does empty and make the profit ‘over the bar’, I get the premium tickets are all incisive but my position still stands. I see no reason not to give overseas visitors a good deal too. 😇 Good post, keep up the good work. 👍
@Sugarmountaincondo
@Sugarmountaincondo 4 ай бұрын
You didn't rate the food for taste and quality.
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
I enjoyed it. Everything was pretty good … not amazing but reasonable quality.
@jameshennephof4045
@jameshennephof4045 4 ай бұрын
I just cant pick your accent...
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
I’m Australian 🇦🇺
@jameshennephof4045
@jameshennephof4045 4 ай бұрын
@@FromtheWindowSeat good job mate, I,m kiwi
@FromtheWindowSeat
@FromtheWindowSeat 4 ай бұрын
@@jameshennephof4045 Thank you!
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