The Famous Caledonian Sleeper - Scotland's Luxury Hotel Train

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@scottg4913 2 жыл бұрын

I don't know if anyone else has already said this but the pillow spray is a form of aromatherapy that is designed to help you sleep better. A lot of pillow sprays usually have lavender in them, which is a scent that is supposed to assist with calming you and helping you sleep better.

@chrisjohnson7929 4 жыл бұрын

It's good that you raised the point that the ticket is the equivalent of the transportation and hotel cost, many miss this point when comparing the price of sleeper trains to other options.

@harrysimpson6755 4 жыл бұрын

you could fly for £50 , 1 hour

@eddyk3 4 жыл бұрын

@@harrysimpson6755 Yeah, but where's the fun in that?

@NiftyKnot 4 жыл бұрын

@@harrysimpson6755 When you fly you'll often land miles out of the city, with quite a lengthy train or taxi to get where you want to go. Most UK train stations are right in the centre of the city, eliminating need for onward travel also. And this is a train for the sake of taking the train!

@joshwhite8079 4 жыл бұрын

I'm from Scotland and what a train that is amazing! Keep up the great work!

@marymac1445 4 жыл бұрын

@@harrysimpson6755 one hour? and the rest. Of course being in the air is the easy part. It's the bloody 2 hours either side with all the hassle getting to and from airports. When you could just get on the train and go to sleep.

@julialimbrick333 4 жыл бұрын

I am watching this during the Quarantine and thoroughly enjoying them. Makes me feel like I've gone on a trip instead of being stuck inside.

@salvador130 4 жыл бұрын

I know ! .

@makeup63 4 жыл бұрын

Well said. I agree. Virtual vacation😁👍

@Expose24x7 4 жыл бұрын

💯

@charliefb1306 3 жыл бұрын

we are out now :) YYYAAAAAAYYYY!!!!!

@philb7530 3 жыл бұрын

charlie FB mm

@jeff_n1535 3 жыл бұрын

That nice Scottish "tartan," laddie, is actually Herringbone.

@pwatson5766 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I knew it wasn't a tartan pattern. Then I thought houndstooth? No, that is not houndstooth! For the life of me, I couldn't think of HERRINGBONE!! Thanks again!! ❤

@karenmackie9665 3 жыл бұрын

It’s ok..it was good for a laugh! We all have trouble thinking of words sometimes! Great, informative video.

@jeff_n1535 3 жыл бұрын

@@karenmackie9665 Course it's ok, I've made/make/will make more mistakes, we learn those lessons the best! Be blessed!

@danieldravot341 3 жыл бұрын

Herringbone is the design. The material is tweed . . .

@bostonblackie9503 3 жыл бұрын

Herringbone is a tweed!

@SpaceHamlet 4 жыл бұрын

My five year old daughter loves your train videos. I don't know if that's your intended audience--but during these quarantine days she's enjoyed taking train trips with you. You've inspired her to want to ride the Caledonian! Thanks for making these! Also, she's a big fan of the bathroom tours.

@DownieLive 4 жыл бұрын

That is awesome! Thanks for sharing Jeremiah. 😄

@cesarjccs 4 жыл бұрын

Pillow spray: it's for people who can't sleep easily; so, they spray the pillow with the spray for smelling fragrances which help them to sleep...

@ab4113 3 жыл бұрын

Remember, this was booked the night before, so if you book in advance - two weeks or more, you will get the train / room for half that price

@AjentDavidson 2 жыл бұрын

Wow... FYI, I just checked (only just seen the video) for a booking in two weeks. For the same cabin it is currently £345 !! (sorry for the random reply, months after you commented - I just thought it was interesting!)

@TorIverWilhelmsen 2 жыл бұрын

@@AjentDavidson Yes, seasonal prices. Cheaper off-season. Same goes for e.g. _Hurtigruten_ along the Norway coast has the same issue. So it was cheaper in March-April than in summer, especially after the Great Reopening (July 19) when everyone wants to travel.

@greengreen4616 2 жыл бұрын

And book online, not at the station. UK train tickets always better priced online.

@AjentDavidson 2 жыл бұрын

@@robert3715 I can’t check again, the comment I made is 6 months old. As you’ll see from one of the replies I got the prices are seasonal. The price I found was not for a double but for the same cabin in the video (as stated in my comment). It’s just that when I checked it was a high season.

@AjentDavidson 2 жыл бұрын

@@robert3715 I didn’t make a mistake. Look at the other replies. You’re six months late to the conversation and prices are seasonal, they change. I checked in Summer which is a high season.

@piercethebee8612 4 жыл бұрын

I love travelling by train in Scotland, i live here and we quite often take a train down to Glasgow as opposed to a bus or driving and it never ceases to amaze me how beautiful the world right outside my door can be.

@lookkit 4 жыл бұрын

Pillow Spray is to scent your pillow as aromatherapy giving you the very nice relaxing peaceful sleep ;-) and nice vdo !

@p.edwinnibbles5833 4 жыл бұрын

I was hoping you would use the Pillow Spray on the toilet cover at shower time.

@Adam_Gray 4 жыл бұрын

Pillow spray Fart spray its all the same 😂😂

@louchat333 4 жыл бұрын

I’m guessing lavender.

@andyh7889 4 жыл бұрын

Elemis has a nice pillow spray called Quiet Mind

@bryantcurtis2665 4 жыл бұрын

Kris Daranut We don’t get a lot of pillow spray here in my crack house

@droolbunnyxo9565 4 жыл бұрын

What an awesome train! But not surprised you enjoyed it ~ Scotland has the greatest rail system for travel & sightseeing. Everyone should visit Scotland, at least once in their lives. I spent a month on trains backpacking around the country a few years ago - best time of my life! Left London to Edinburgh, then up to Inverness & the Highlands; then west & out to sea (by ferry) to the Hebrides. It was all daylight travel & the views were spectacular. The Aurora Borealis was visible & the islands were a beautiful wonderful surprise ~ a tropical looking paradise, in the middle of nowhere. But my fondest memory was simply just sitting back, sipping tea & munching shortbread cookies, while watching the landscape change at every turn. Scotland makes train travel very easy & enjoyable - go! :)

@rosemarydouglass3744 4 жыл бұрын

so glad you made it to the hebrideas---- I'm off to south uist as soon as this bloody virus is over

@adamlea6339 3 жыл бұрын

"Greatest rail system" is overstating it, arguably one of the worlds most scenic in parts of the highlands. I had a go at backpacking over a couple of weeks without a car and I was surprised at how easy it was to get about, given a bit of research in advance on train and bus timetables. The weather disrupted some of my plans but I was always able to come up with an alternative with the aid of the public transport network.

@droolbunnyxo9565 3 жыл бұрын

@@rosemarydouglass3744 It felt like home, being there. I loved every bit of it. 💜

@droolbunnyxo9565 3 жыл бұрын

@@adamlea6339 One day I'll go back again, too ~ there's so much more I'd like to see. Then visit Ireland & North Wales. (I also visited south Wales, Cardiff, the weekend of a national soccer event. The only hiccup the entire trip, due to my poor planning. Had no idea it was happening & the town was insane with partying soccer fans. I got off the train at 9pm & thought, WTHeck is going on...? People were drunk, grabbing & hugging me with happiness, shouting, "Welcome to Cardiff!!" I then found out that all of the hotels in the city were fully booked. Almost spent the night sleeping on a park bench, lol. (Luckily the last hotel I checked had a cancellation about midnight, thankfully :)

@pammcdan 3 жыл бұрын

One day I dream of going to Scotland.

@cathowe2208 2 жыл бұрын

You’re so kind and genuine 😭 I’ve been having really severe panic attacks lately but these videos and your energy is such a positive distraction, thank you for creating!

@charliejb1747 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, there's something about trains ... 😊 My love of them goes as far back as I remember starting with the, older- in-Australia - trains, with the compartments with sliding doors and a couple of bench seats facing each other; they've soothed me. (I had a noisy ceiling fan that sounded like a train and loved it! 😊 ☺️) Train sound videos help me sleep - the clickety- clack trains. I could rave all day! Panic attacks are horrific, as you know. I suffer from them, too. I'm glad these help you and I hope the attacks ease for you. Mine have, with age. All the best 😊

@lindamcfadden5522 4 ай бұрын

I have panic attacts

@lindamcfadden5522 4 ай бұрын

Too. This guy is a lifesaver for me too!!

@andrewelie8687 3 жыл бұрын

If you are sensitive to scents in pillow spray, use it to spray into your shoes to eliminate odors. that works too.

@positivelybobby 4 жыл бұрын

$192 seems a complete steal. I’d do it in a heartbeat. Nice work, Mike.

@davida7559 4 жыл бұрын

Ya it’s a deal. How much can you do when the whole world is almost on lockdown

@SweetLou0523 4 жыл бұрын

I paid that for an Amtrak berth on what was supposed to be a 4-5 hour trip that took 13 hours. Unless you ride Amtrak for commuting, always get the sleeper berth because the trip is gonna take forever and having privacy is worth the penny. Oh, and the Amtrak berth was nowhere remotely as luxurious as this.

@aguimars 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, too much expensive, ryannair still do not go there?

@LisaMarie-xp4ym 3 жыл бұрын

Just did my journey for £75!! Complete steal and the most luxuriant!!! Price gone up now again so can’t justify it! 😩

@howardwayne3974 3 жыл бұрын

Compared to a flight and hotel room you bet it's a steal !! I'd jump on it !!!

@MacGirl360 4 жыл бұрын

This is so lovely to see. I work for Caledonian Sleeper here in Edinburgh, glad to see you had a nice time!

@DownieLive 4 жыл бұрын

Oh thanks so much Ellie. Thanks for hosting such a nice train 👍🏼

@susanwaugh3885 3 жыл бұрын

Ellie can I get the Caledonian sleeper from Edinburgh to London?

@jacobslater6449 3 жыл бұрын

Susan Waugh Yes you can

@mehchocolate1257 3 жыл бұрын

@@DownieLive do you live in Scotland or just passing through?

@TravelwithTasha393 2 жыл бұрын

@@mehchocolate1257 he lives in Vancouver British Columbia!! In Canada!!!

@UserUCKANAOD8SlYguEhbCkUdlMQ 3 жыл бұрын

07:11 To help out with services. The Caledonian Sleeper is actually 2 trains. The Highland and the Lowland. The Highland sleeper calls at London, Watford Junction (northbound only), Crewe and Preston. It then runs to Edinburgh where it splits into 3. Aberdeen, Inverness and Fort William. The service is pick up only towards Scotland and drop off only towards London (IE no travelling from Preston to London) The Lowland sleeper calls at London & Watford. It then splits at Carstairs. 1 portion for Glasgow Central and the other for Edinburgh.

@loveroflifemom 4 жыл бұрын

The wall paper is Herringbone .

@spaceskipster4412 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, Herringbone Tweed. 👌🏼😉

@RoadCone411 3 жыл бұрын

Most definitely NOT tartan.

@christopherleonard247 3 жыл бұрын

Cassie Wonderalke Herring bone Tweed.

@Dr.Schlitz 3 жыл бұрын

Tweed, not Tartan.

@zandert8224 3 жыл бұрын

I feel its worth pointing out again, it's definitely tweed

@camptube7621 3 жыл бұрын

The hour boarding is a great idea. So relaxing and good to get all set up in peace. These new carriages are beautiful.

@rysnyder 4 жыл бұрын

Adding this to my travel list for when we can get back to normal life. Great content as usual. Keep up the good work, stay safe and hopefully we can travel soon!

@BellaDiary 4 жыл бұрын

Same here!!

@sammygirl5835 4 жыл бұрын

When all this madness is over, come back to the UK and ride the GWR Night Riviera sleeper from London to Penzance.

@user-mq3um5iu2q 3 жыл бұрын

I travelled on the Caledonian Sleeper twice before it became its own franchise, when it was still apart of Scotrail, just under a different name. It wasn't a pretty train, but it was comfortable enough, did the job and was - most importantly - cheap!

@77smp 4 жыл бұрын

Just thought I would mention. The Caledonian Sleeper is 2 different trains. There is The Lowland Sleeper that goes to Edinburgh & Glasgow and splits at Carstairs. The there is The Highland Sleeper which goes to Inverness, Fort William & Aberdeen which splits at Edinburgh but Edinburgh is not a destination. Unless going to Fort William to/from Edinburgh which you can do in the seated compartment. That train is known as The Deerstalker.

@heathercuzner4677 2 жыл бұрын

I remember travelling on the sleeper train about 35 years ago. It was so exciting and I remember the courtesy free bottle of water. As a child this was one of my favourite and memorable holidays. So pleased they still run, thanks for sharing.

@juliemunro1 3 жыл бұрын

I'm a teensy weensy 4 ft 11 inches tall so the sleeping arrangements would suit me well. Hoping to take advantage of this soon

@FaLO66traintravels 2 жыл бұрын

I am so happy you took the shower. I was wondering how it worked. Thank you 🌷. I found it extremely entertaining 😄. I love traveling by train. Thank you for sharing your adventures.

@DownieLive 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@thomasschonberger8672 4 жыл бұрын

Nice. The only thing I would recommend for the Caledonian Sleeper from my own experience is to go into the Virgin First Class Lounge for the shower in the morning instead of doing that on the train. That's included in the ticket, if you have a booked a bed, and there's also more breakfast options waiting for you before starting into a busy day in London or travelling on to your final destination.

@theautolad9507 2 жыл бұрын

I'm pretty sure the virgin trains lounge is gone as virgin trains went out of business and no longer exist.

@tthom2459 4 жыл бұрын

always enjoy train rides with you. Virtual travel is even more fun these days. Thanks!

@vanwhite5774 3 жыл бұрын

if it wasn't for this video i wouldn't have gone on this to Inverness which was my favourite vacation ever

@conveycomms 3 жыл бұрын

I just booked a trip to include Inverness! Going in December and taking this train back to London from Inverness.

@vanwhite5774 3 жыл бұрын

@@conveycomms nice hope u enjoy it :)

@conveycomms 3 жыл бұрын

@@vanwhite5774 Thanks!

@Marcsharp82 4 жыл бұрын

You were 90% right with regards the splitting of the train, There are four sleeper trains, Two in each direction, One goes direct from London to Edinburgh and splits into three going to Fort William, Inverness and Aberdeen and the other one goes from London to Edinburgh/Glasgow and splits en route at a place called Carstairs as they go in opposite directions, The two south bound trains do the same as the northbound trains just in reverse

@s_acostamuniz 4 жыл бұрын

The Caledonuan Sleeper is by far the best train in the UK. I´m glad you had the opportunity to ride it!

@DownieLive 4 жыл бұрын

Me too!

@alexeyrodokanakis8827 3 жыл бұрын

Speaking of Luxury, you will have to come to South Africa and try the Rovos Rail...

@LisaMarie-xp4ym 3 жыл бұрын

Hopefully soon!! 🤩

@wh1232 2 жыл бұрын

@@LisaMarie-xp4ym As you will know The Rovos Rail trains are amazing and far far cheaper than the Orient Express which does not compare with the luxury of Rovos Rail. I have been lucky enough to make 4 trips on Rovos Rail the last trip was from Pretoria to Swakampond in Nambibia ) apologies for the spelling. It was a 9 night trip and we were sorry when it ended. Sheer luxury all the way and fantastic service. We had a Royal Suite so had a really big compartment with separate bathroom (including a bath - fun when the train rolls lol - and separate shower ). The price included all trips ( one had internal flights) a number of game farms. The price included all drinks - very generous helpings, they knew my favourite tipple which was always to hand. The Orient Express has a lot of history but is grossly over priced. We did a trip from Venice to Budapest ( with a two day layover in Budapest which we had to book and pay for ) and a return trip to London. On the Orient Express you get food ( very good ) but everything else you pay for and drinks were hugely expensive. Rovos is a vey long train with several restaurant cars, a big bar and outside observation car. So much space even in the smallest cabin. Our cabin was a third of the entire carriage. There are at least a dozen compartments to a carriage on the Orient Express which has no showers ( even one to share ) is very crowded with one bar car where people queue to get in ( having a piano may be romantic but just makes the bar car even more congested.) The Rovos carriages are Edwardian granduer. The Orient Express has the history, and whilst the cabins are well done out, they are very compact. There is no doubt Rovos Rail is way better than the Orient Express ( which is murder to navigate- lol ) and way cheaper and FULLY inclusive ( but does not offer the chance to meet Mr Poirot ). If you can afford it people should do both, one for the experience , the other for sheer luxury, opportunities to see parts of Africa you could not otherwise access and around half the price of the Orient Express ( and no I am not an agent of Rovos lol ).

@user-ic5xu4jh6z 2 жыл бұрын

And my husband can smoke on the Rovos- a big plus because he cant quit:-/ But i hope he will because i like to travel with the VSOE from Prag to Venice because i love the old style and history of this train with the great service.

@bobblue_west 4 жыл бұрын

Sleeper trains I think are so romantic. I've ridden many of the Amtrak sleepers from coast to coast. In the UK, they should slow the trains down so you can enjoy the experience for longer.

@joriome30 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with Julia. Your travels are a welcome respite from the chaos of the world right now . Thank you Mike

@lydiaroselatham 2 жыл бұрын

As someone who lives in Glasgow, thanks for showing me what it actually looks like on the train!! (I walk past it all the time but definitely cannot afford to get on!!)

@user-mq3um5iu2q 3 жыл бұрын

THAT POOR TRAIN WORKER! He just hears someone say, "I'm owning it guys" behind the door when he's about to knock, aaaaaaah!

@andrewjohnson6716 2 жыл бұрын

“The journey of a night time” is a brilliant catchphrase.

@terrydunning2133 4 жыл бұрын

I have no idea who wrote this, but it is wonderful ❤️❤️❤️ It was March 2020 ... The streets were empty, the shops closed, people couldn't get out. But spring did not know, and the flowers began to bloom, the sun shone, the birds sang, the swallows would soon arrive, the sky was blue, the morning arrived early. It was March 2020 ... Young people had to study online, and find occupations at home, people could no longer go shopping, or go to the hairdresser. Soon there would be no more room in hospitals, and people continued to get sick. But spring did not know, the time to go to the garden arrived, the grass greened. It was March 2020 ... People have been put in lockdown. to protect grandparents, families and children. No more meetings or meals, family celebrations. The fear became real and the days were therefore similar. But spring did not know, apples, cherry trees and others bloomed, the leaves grew. People started reading, playing with their families, learning a language, singing on the balcony inviting neighbors to do the same, being supportive and focusing on other values. People realized the importance of health, of suffering, of this world that had stopped, of the economy that has plummeted. But spring didn't know. the flowers gave way to the fruit, the birds made their nest, the swallows had arrived. Then the day of liberation came, people found out on TV, the virus had lost, people took to the streets, sang, cried, kissed their neighbors, without masks or gloves. And that's when summer came, because spring didn't know. He continued to be there despite everything, despite the virus, fear and death. Because spring didn't know, he taught people the power of life. Everything's gonna be fine, stay home, protect yourself, and enjoy life. Read This, spread it by copying/pasting this text, but mainly remain confident and keep smiling! 😃🙏🏼😃🙏🏼😃

@yourpalal4778 3 жыл бұрын

I love how he questioned the pillow spray, that was funny

@Roadent1241 3 жыл бұрын

Well to my knowledge pillow spray doesn't tend to be a thing unless you're in a First Class Travel Situation XD I've never heard of it until I was watching travel videos like this. It's not immediately obvious it's for relaxation either. That's like me laughing at hearing peeps not knowing what a hearing-aid is or how it works just because I've worn one most of my life XD

@1978rharris 4 жыл бұрын

2:25 “NOICE!” You went full Herefordian on us! Yes! 😂

@pilucamonton9601 2 ай бұрын

An honour to share this morning expierence with you . I was also on my way from Scotland to London with my father🎉

@Woodlawn22 2 жыл бұрын

The surfaces look so much more cleanable and modern than in US Amtrak trains. I like the way it looks larger because of the simplicity of design--like the trash bag not being inside a door as they are here. It did look to me like the shower was a hand-held sprayer so I didn't understand why you didn't get that. Thanks for this video.

@garrettevans9193 Жыл бұрын

It's possible he hasn't used a hand-held shower head before. I remember I didn't really know how to use it before I got one for my house. Though this argument is kind of made invalid given the fact that he travels extensively.

@elainemacgregor1403 4 жыл бұрын

Really enjoying this video during lockdown as I regularly travel from Glasgow to London on the sleeper. Glad you got safely back to Canada and hope you manage to visit the UK again soon.

@catfAtT 3 жыл бұрын

4:51 last night I almost went to sleep without my eye plugs 😆

@lindaatamian1092 3 жыл бұрын

Train rides are so much fun. I remember going on one with my parents when I was a little girl. The engineer from a train across the railroad yard tooted his whistle for me. I was thrilled!

@liketheroman 2 жыл бұрын

Hopefully a euphemism!

@pattimuse1 3 жыл бұрын

Watching this makes me feel hopeful! Thank you!!🥰

@Eric-kf6dy 4 жыл бұрын

I love your approach to videos, I feel like we are learning & experiencing along with you, unlike some creators who want to explain everything. Speaking exclusively for myself I enjoy the shower segments ... I can't be the only one though.

@annbush1826 3 жыл бұрын

It’s not that they want to explain everything--it’s that they want to pose in the middle of every shot. This video was charming-and after 8 months of being unable to travel!

@BucketListTravellers 3 жыл бұрын

This is the most luxurious train we've been on as well. Feels like what I'd imagine a first class flight would be like 😁

@roxcandymountain 2 жыл бұрын

This was so pleasant to watch and informative! Totally adding this sleeper train to my vision board for an eventual trip to Scotland!

@katraj0102 3 жыл бұрын

This looks amazing! If we weren’t in a pandemic I would totally do this, what an experience

@traveller4life123 3 жыл бұрын

My dream to go on an overnight train. Can’t wait until quarantine is over.

@lissalack1490 4 жыл бұрын

Pillow spray, aka, linen spray is to make your linens smell wonderful and ease you into sleep. Mine is mostly lavender, very mild light scent. Wonderful!

@sabriyaishoof8663 2 жыл бұрын

I love your cheerful nature and positivity. So comforting in these stressful times. I use your vlogs to destress..lol

@heyheyitsJoanna 4 жыл бұрын

I took the Caledonian Sleeper three times (Edinburgh to London, and London to Glasgow round trip) but I never explored the train this much! I'll have to ride it again someday to check out all the features. Also, for anyone interested in riding, the regular seats are pretty roomie and comfortable to sleep on and you still get a little welcome kit (not as extensive, but eye mask and earplugs are included)!

@onamooch9415 3 жыл бұрын

I always see this train waiting in Preston station about 1am, when i'm coming home from a gig or whatever, always been tempted to drunkenly stumble onto it and see what happens. My guess is the police waiting for me in London or Edinburgh.

@lorraineholmes3974 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂 aye, probably be right

@Hulalulatallulahoop2 2 жыл бұрын

I've never seen this train at Preston but will keep my eye open for it when I'm there as I only live in Chorley so not far. What a cool train!

@jamespollard4854 4 жыл бұрын

Most important accommodation: bathroom. Second most important thing is the bed. Pillow spray is aromatherapy for a sounder sleep.

@barrycarlisle4511 3 жыл бұрын

Don't forget s showe!

@barrycarlisle4511 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry, shower!

@Clutching.My.Pearls 2 ай бұрын

The pillow spray is usually a soothing, maybe lavender, scent which facilitates a better night's sleep. I love your videos and will continue to watch and dream!

@Alliejen12345 4 жыл бұрын

This was terrific. Reminded me of my first Amtrak Bedroom car experience. Live this guys videos.

@teammeteamus.8315 4 жыл бұрын

I tried to take the Caledonian Sleeper a few times, but the ScotRail website was so flipping hard to use that I gave up. I’ve been on the Riviera Sleeper train from London to Penzance, and that was incredible!

@MrCmac731 4 жыл бұрын

You will have a hard time finding it on the scotrail website as its not them thay run the caledonian sleeper. The franchise was separated off scotrail to a different company Serco.

@Bobrogers99 3 жыл бұрын

It looked like you were the only person on the train! It seemed like a comfortable experience, and having a private cabin with your own toilet and shower makes some extra cost worth it.

@joelbrown8190 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve started watching some videos to prepare for an upcoming train ride and now I am hooked on these videos

@mexico53ify 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for helping me travel from my arm chair, I'm loving watching you try out things I'd like to do. I think it may be safer for some people to sit whilst showering on a moving train.

@sandyhagen9155 4 жыл бұрын

Great follow up to your Glasgow - Fort William video from last week. However I thought, from the way you showed it, that you were joining the Caledonian Sleeper at Fort William instead of Glasgow. Looking forward to your next trip, once these Covid-19 restrictions are lifted. Looking back at your earlier ones from before I subscribed to you channel. Keep well. 😊👍🏻

@kenmosesian 4 жыл бұрын

Just subscribed. Great content and you are an instantly likable guy. Thanks for a break from the madness we’re going through.

@johnsymons76 4 жыл бұрын

You will really enjoy his vlogs. He comes across as such a nice man, someone you would be happy to call a friend. His positivity in all of his programs will brighten your day. Welcome to this community! ♥️🙏🏽🌎

@lindaloo5980 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been on an all night ride from London to Glasgow in October 2019. Interesting experience but definitely not the best nights sleep I’ve ever had, but so glad we did it!

@DownieLive 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@DiminishingDawn 2 жыл бұрын

This was fun to take the ride along with you. I loved your sense of humour in this video. :-) especially the shower part hahaha

@RW-nr6bh 4 жыл бұрын

Nice to see the new carriages. I've travelled on the old ones a few times, to the Highlands (Aviemore, Inverness or Aberdeen) from Crewe (that's an intermediate stop in Northern England for our American and Canadian readers). They were comfortable but very dated, I think from the 1970s. I don't think anyone had a private toilet on those. A seat is quite a bit cheaper than a bed, but a bed is well worth the extra. It's nice being able to finish work for a few days off, but instead of travelling the following morning, going to the station that evening, waking the following morning and departing your train just after breakfast with your holiday just begun.

@johnthompson861 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked Glasgow Central. Used to commute to Uni thru here everyday for 6 years. By the way, I think the patterned wall was actually Harris Tweed as opposed to tartan (the tweed has a herringbone pattern) - comes from the western isles. You’ve probably seen more of Scotland than I have, but then my fascination is with North America, with hope of a move to Van/coastal BC! :-) At least you’d have been used to the rain you’d have experienced over here!! PS I shoulda read the other comments so I didn’t duplicate the tweed one!!

@DownieLive 3 жыл бұрын

All good John. Thanks for the comment. I hope you get to come visit Vancouver someday soon.

@maggievitality9627 4 жыл бұрын

This is so cool. Really calming. Nice to watch as a Brit. Makes me appreciate.

@mxylpx 4 жыл бұрын

Great travel trip tip! Glasgow to London it will be on the Caledonian Sleeper! And yes heat is very important to me as I remember some trains and planes had some heating problems especially since I was traveling in the wintertime. But this looks like a beautiful train to ride and awaken to in the morning...Thank you, Mike!

@denisek7009 3 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed your video. It took me back to when I rode the flying Scotsman from London to Edinburgh with my father in 1975. I just subscribed and look forward to seeing more of your videos.

@DownieLive 3 жыл бұрын

Very cool!

@Rachel-ov2bg 4 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh! The staff on the Caledonian Sleeper are so incredibly nice. I was traveling from the Netherlands to Edinburgh this past October and arrived in London too late to take any other train (I had the eurail pass). Normally the sleeper 100% requires reservations, but my idiot college student self did not know this. I walked up to the staff to tell them about my plight and they very kindly offered me a bunk room that happened to be empty for that trip. It is probably the kindest thing someone has done for me while traveling. If they hadn't let me take the train I probably would have had to buy a hotel room in London since the local hostels were already full. P.S. The golf pencil is for filling out the card with breakfast options. He didn't show it, but you hang the card on the outside of the door so that the staff knows when to bring you your breakfast in the morning.

@DownieLive 4 жыл бұрын

Very true Rachel! Thanks for sharing your story!

@Clutching.My.Pearls 2 жыл бұрын

LOVE train travel overseas!! So convenient and lovely way to see the sights! Great job and good information.

@arielthequeen890 3 жыл бұрын

I traveled on a Caledonian Sleeper train about 20 years ago, and it was the best night of sleep I’ve ever had in my life.

@debraball2641 4 жыл бұрын

I loved your video! I was supposed to travel to Scotland in early June. I was planning to try this train from London to Glasgow, but sadly, it looks like it will have to wait until 2021.

@caroledowney6908 4 жыл бұрын

Would love to take this train one day.

@grah84mck 2 жыл бұрын

Great review, been watching your videos last few days. Watched your dads 75 birthday trip. Looks like use had a ball!!!! Keep the good work up lad!

@dsvance1 2 жыл бұрын

It's like a small RV bathroom -- you don't necessarily sit on the closed toilet (although I guess you can if you want to). It's done like that simply to save space. Toilet in the same space as the shower. Sometimes, that's the only way everything will fit

@trainzandplanes522 3 жыл бұрын

"Eyeplugs and earmask" lmao

@johnmaliskey7951 4 жыл бұрын

I remember the trip from Central Station to Queen Street Station was a mess because of the traffic and then it became a walkway. Much more pleasant. We would take the old coal powered steam engine up north to the skydiving center at Glen Eagles. Was stationed there at the Holy Loch and if we missed the steam train (Bar Car) we had to wait another hour for the next, a boring electric and no bar car. I do miss my time there.

@andrewyoung749 3 жыл бұрын

you a usn submariner? come back, dunoon has no economy since you all left and if scotland separates from uk nor will helensburgh...

@johnmaliskey7951 3 жыл бұрын

@@andrewyoung749 I was just Ships' Company. I did not avail myself to all that Scotland had too offer. My fault. I do miss Dunoon.

@myfyp2 2 жыл бұрын

What I like is the door functions as a full body mirror. It is a great way to use the space.

@queeniemontelibano2238 3 жыл бұрын

nice choice, scotland is my dream place with all of its castles and fairytale land... perfectly beautiful nature

@honee2short200 4 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed watching this, the train was really nice and spacious. 🥰🥰! You and will are making me want to ride a train again lol.

@abunchahooey 4 жыл бұрын

Not to be a perv, but I like when you show how the showers work. 😊 It’s interesting how they configure everything.

@DenaInWyo 4 жыл бұрын

Honestly, the showers were the most challenging thing I dealt with on my trip to London a few months ago. I felt like I needed an instruction manual for every one I encountered! At my airbnb where I stayed the longest, I gave up and took a bath two mornings because I just straight couldn't figure the damned thing out. Third morning I tried again and got it by accident lol

@nathaemma8935 3 жыл бұрын

Pillow spray for a sweet night. You find lavender fragrance or orange blossom. Lovely attention for passengers.

@DownieLive 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

@WICKEDMAN85 4 жыл бұрын

Very nicely done on the Caledonian Sleeper and I like the teaser for the LNER service at Kings Cross, its very close to my Heart!! Its tough times currently with the Lockdown so nice to remember fun adventures we all wish we could have now!!

@davidsimons5944 4 жыл бұрын

Very often pillow spray is lavender. It's meant to relax you & help you sleep. I've used it and I believe it does work.

@Roadent1241 3 жыл бұрын

Is there an alternative for those who can't handle the smell of Lavender? I know, I'm broken XD It doesn't smell nice to me.

@frankpicaro7300 4 жыл бұрын

on a one night sleeper on Amtrak, they quoted me a $950 price. WHAT A DIFFERENCE!! Great video, Mike.

@laurencliver6452 4 жыл бұрын

Looks lovely!! Living through you and you tube. Quarantine is too much.

@remurraymd 2 жыл бұрын

I did this sleeper train on a rail pass a while back it was GREAT!

@PackaWalka 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Greetings from Seoul 🇰🇷👋

@Mrbeahz1 4 жыл бұрын

"... in case you're playing golf."" LOL!!!

@desireemthanti9542 4 жыл бұрын

You have won me over to this travel experience. I am adding this to my bucket list. 😊❤️

@jadeobrien9536 3 жыл бұрын

I've booked this for August 2021 from Fort William to London, and this just made me seriously excited. Thank you for the video.

@DownieLive 3 жыл бұрын

Have fun!

@tobeytransport2802 4 жыл бұрын

10:21 also a journey from London to Glasgow on a day train with avanti west coast (the current operator of highspeed daytime trains on that line) would cost £150.10 for a single in the evening anyway so unless you were willing to take the slow train and change about three times the sleeper is on par with the other options

@ab4113 4 жыл бұрын

If you book in advance you can get a day time seat for £30-£40 each way, but booking last minute you will pay the full wack

@eduardo_corrochio 4 жыл бұрын

I love in the first part here when Mike says "It's got a shower" and we see that he has an expression like Janet Leigh getting brutally murdered in Psycho, LOL... Also, at 6:38 that looks like a herring bone, maybe tweed, not sure if it's considered Tartan although I have limited knowledge. I do know that tweed was originally a form of Scottish camouflage for hunting.

@liesl7617 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, it's tweed not tartan 😊 still Scottish though 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@droolbunnyxo9565 4 жыл бұрын

Tweed in a tartan grid pattern - Twartan, lol ;)

@tomlucas4890 4 жыл бұрын

The colour of tweed reflects the season, just have a look at the different colours in the wool used in each jacket, its almost (but Not) camouflage for the 4 seasons.

@alexmichelini1269 6 ай бұрын

Hey Mike! I wanted to say thanks for reigniting my love of train travel. Taking my big trip next summer on the Maple Leaf from Toronto Union to Pen Station in NYC

@oceanbrzzz 3 жыл бұрын

I loved taking the sleeper train from Inverness to London, it was so relaxing. But...that was back when I was in college many years ago.

@britannia55 2 жыл бұрын

Iv been on the the old sleeper, I didn’t get a cabin as I couldn’t afford it.that was way back in 2014, I met with a few volunteers for the Commonwealth games and had a brilliant time,

@JoeL-bg6em 4 жыл бұрын

I was wondering, starting at 6:37 the wall covering was discussed and I the wall covering/paper was called tartan. I want to say that the wall is a herringbone tweed, not a tartan. Then again both are woven so one maybe a type of the other?

@caroldier6425 4 жыл бұрын

Yip it was Scottish tweed :)

@ysbyttybedbug 2 жыл бұрын

When he panned back, you could see it was tartan

@Calais2017 3 жыл бұрын

It sure beats the overnight bus from London to Edinburgh. I very nearly froze to death with everyone else on that rde in 2011. The bus driver had to leave open the windows to stay awake. (yet it WAS memorable!). Love to travel. Thanks for letting me visit Scotland again in part.

@DownieLive 3 жыл бұрын

Ha! Good story!

@karenlm9062 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Not normally a jealous person, but you are literally checking off my bucket list item. I'm Scottish/Swedish/American and want so much to visit the famous castles and the highlands. Caledonia is a must. I think some people overlook that the vacation adventure begins with the train. Thank you for the video.