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Iryo Review: Spain's Most Exciting Train Operator
In this in-depth review, we're putting Iryo to the test, Spain's best-reviewed operator, to see if it lives up to its reputation. With its high-speed rail service connecting Madrid to Barcelona in a blistering 2 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 621 kilometers, Iryo seems to be the top contender in the battle of train operators. But, as we delve deeper, we discover a major issue that might just change your mind about choosing Iryo over its competitor, Renfe. Join me as I share this trip report and rail review, and find out if Iryo truly is Spain's best operator.
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TRIP INFORMATION -
Date of Travel: Oct 2023
Rolling Stock: ETR 1000 (IT), Serie 109 (ES), commercial Frecciarossa 1000
Operator: Iryo
Service type: Train
Total Travel Time: 2h30m
Origin: Madrid, Spain
Destination: Barcelona, Spain
Cost of Ticket: £13 (16 Eur)
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Madrid in ONE DAY? Is It Possible? I Tried It!
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Can you really explore Madrid in one day? Watch as I take on the challenge and cram as much as I can into a day of sightseeing in the vibrant city of Madrid! Follow along to see if it's possible to experience the highlights of Madrid on a quick trip! Thanks for watching. TRIP INFORMATION Destination: Madrid, Spain Have a question? Don't hesitate to leave a comment down below. Equipment: iPhone ...
I Survived a 9-Hour Flixbus Trip from Porto to Madrid!
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Join me on my journey as I'm surviving a 9-hour Flixbus trip from Porto to Madrid. From long hours on the coach to some lovely views, I share all the details of this grueling travel experience. Thanks for watching. TRIP INFORMATION - Operator: Flixbus Service type: Coach Total Travel Time: 9 Hours Origin: Porto, Portugal Destination: Madrid, Spain Cost of Ticket: £25 (29 Eur) Music: On My Way b...
24 Hours in Porto: Discovering Hidden Gems
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Explore the charming city of Porto, Portugal, and uncover its hidden gems in just 24 hours! From the picturesque Ribeira neighbourhood to the stunning Porto Cathedral, we'll take you on a journey through the city's best-kept secrets. Soak up the vibrant atmosphere of this beautiful city. Whether you're a foodie, a history buff, or an adventure seeker, Porto has something for everyone. Join us a...
Alfa Pendular: Ride Portugal's Premier Train from Lisbon to Porto!
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Hi all. In today's video, join me on a scenic journey from Lisbon to Porto on Portugal's premier train, the Alfa Pendular! In this video, take a virtual tour of this high-speed train, showcasing its modern amenities, comfortable seating, and the views of the Portuguese countryside. From the historic Lisbon Oriente station to the vibrant city of Porto, we'll explore the Alfa Pendular's routes, s...
Sintra to Lisbon - A Look at Portugal's Regional Trains
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Hi all. Today we'll take the local, regional train from Sintra to Lisbon (Entrecampos). We'll take a look at how the trains are here in Portugal and ride on the Sintra line back to Lisbon after a day exploring Pena Palace. Enjoy
Exploring Lisbon's Modern CAF Tram: A Ride from Cais do Sodré to Belém
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Hi all. In today's video we are taking another Lisbon tram from Cais do Sodre to the popular Belem area, host to Jeronimos Monastery and Belem Tower. Enjoy.
Exploring Lisbon's Iconic Tram 28: A Full Tour Experience! Rearview HD
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Hi all. In today's video we'll explore the full route of Lisbon's iconic Tram line 28! Tram 28 is one of Lisbon's most iconic tram routes, offering a scenic ride through some of the city's most historic and vibrant neighbourhoods. Tram 28 begins its journey in the Campo de Ourique district and takes passengers on a scenic trip through some of Lisbon's most charming and historic areas. From Camp...
FULL DRIVE - Lisbon (Alameda) to Sintra (Pena Palace) HD
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FULL DRIVE - Lisbon (Alameda) to Sintra (Pena Palace) HD
Experience the Best of Lisbon in Just 3 Days! Top Things to Do!
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Experience the Best of Lisbon in Just 3 Days! Top Things to Do!
Why Portugal's Intercidades Trains Are a Hidden Gem for Travellers
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Why Portugal's Intercidades Trains Are a Hidden Gem for Travellers
3 Hours in Faro | Faro Bus Ride | Plane Spotting | And the Beach
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Cab View | Sevilla to Faro | Full Ride HD | Spain to Portugal | Flixbus
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Zooming Through Spain on the Ultimate High-Speed Train!
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Flixbus Review: Perpignan to Barcelona (Is It Worth £17?)
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TGV Duplex Review: The Train That Wants To Be A Plane
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How to get from Gare du Nord to Gare de Lyon in Paris - 55 Min connection time.
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How to get from Gare du Nord to Gare de Lyon in Paris - 55 Min connection time.
Was This Eurostar Experience ACTUALLY Disappointing?
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2 Days in the Lake District - Kendal, Windermere, Bowness.
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2 Days in the Lake District - Kendal, Windermere, Bowness.
Windermere - Manchester | Cancellation | Diversion | Stopover in Preston
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Windermere - Manchester | Cancellation | Diversion | Stopover in Preston
Bowness to Windermere onboard Stagecoach's Open-top Bus.
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Bowness to Windermere onboard Stagecoach's Open-top Bus.
Special 1k Sub Video - Manchester to Milano via Bernina Pass
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Lake Windermere Cruise - Ambleside to Bowness-on-Windermere.
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Lake Windermere Cruise - Ambleside to Bowness-on-Windermere.
The Lakes Connection! Route 555 Bus. Windermere - Ambleside.
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The Lakes Connection! Route 555 Bus. Windermere - Ambleside.
Class 195 Northern Review! Manchester to Windermere. Lake District Weekend Trip.
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Class 195 Northern Review! Manchester to Windermere. Lake District Weekend Trip.
UK to Portugal by Rail & Bus - 3 Day Journey from Manchester to Lisbon
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UK to Portugal by Rail & Bus - 3 Day Journey from Manchester to Lisbon
Ryanair Flight Report! Manchester (UK) to Lisbon (Portugal)
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Ryanair Flight Report! Manchester (UK) to Lisbon (Portugal)
Coach Trip Report - Birmingham Summer Row to Manchester Shudehill onboard a Flixbus Mercedes Turismo
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Coach Trip Report - Birmingham Summer Row to Manchester Shudehill onboard a Flixbus Mercedes Turismo
Birmingham Airport to City Centre by Train 🇬🇧 FULL GUIDE | Including Birmingham Airport's Air Link
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Birmingham Airport to City Centre by Train 🇬🇧 FULL GUIDE | Including Birmingham Airport's Air Link
Wizz Air Review. Bucharest to Birmingham
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Wizz Air Review. Bucharest to Birmingham

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @BrianField-p5d
    @BrianField-p5d 7 годин тому

    Really great video, watched all the way through, loved it,

  • @dirtywaterpj_dj
    @dirtywaterpj_dj 3 дні тому

    Competition didn’t work in making train travel better and cheaper across the UK. As for price, there are deals to be had if you keep your eyes open. I’ve travelled to both Amsterdam and Paris a number of times and had no problem with cleanliness or seat comfort.

  • @JenShea
    @JenShea 3 дні тому

    Thank you.

  • @cristiansoto7393
    @cristiansoto7393 4 дні тому

    Good travel 😮 Can I ask you something about that? When you bought the train ticket in website, then at the train station in Lisbon, you showed the electronic ticket in office to validate or just went directly to the train. Thank you for you content 😊

    • @seekingtravel
      @seekingtravel 3 дні тому

      Straight to the train. Just showed the ticket once checked on the train

    • @cristiansoto7393
      @cristiansoto7393 3 дні тому

      @seekingtravel thank you for your help 💪🏻

  • @bobbarker3825
    @bobbarker3825 6 днів тому

    i’m going to see them next weekend for the first time next week! did they do fireworks around the stadium when you went?

  • @louislamonte334
    @louislamonte334 6 днів тому

    I hope they have a Eurostar from London to Berlin one of these days soon!

  • @davidgoode5768
    @davidgoode5768 8 днів тому

    It's not a grueling trip at all. I've done the same trip several times from Porto to Madrid and back with rede expresso, busses are comfortably and clean, stops regular on route to get food etc. It's a nice experience and not grueling

  • @buzzukfiftythree
    @buzzukfiftythree 12 днів тому

    Enjoyable video, many thanks. We did this journey in 2014 on the IC train and really enjoyed it. We’re great fans of Lisbon and Porto, well Portugal in general (except the Algarve where we feel over-development has spoilt its beauty - well on the coast anyway).

  • @josecorreadequeiros9062
    @josecorreadequeiros9062 12 днів тому

    *the nice guy* has all the freedom to move the chair…bus the reality is that bus space is not very well designed ….😂

  • @vladmihai306
    @vladmihai306 13 днів тому

    People were traveling for weeks years ago, nowadays 9 hours in a comfy bus is grueling :)))

    • @seekingtravel
      @seekingtravel 13 днів тому

      Hahahaha you and I have different definitions of “comfy”

  • @redademe
    @redademe 13 днів тому

    Porto and Madrid are linked by Ryanair, I just randomly checked dates at the end of this month and you can get a seat for $19, quite a steal. Flixbus is never a comfortable coach journey in Europe, in North America the legroom is better but South American long distance coaches top the list for me with semi-beds.

  • @zrx1100zz
    @zrx1100zz 15 днів тому

    I love that....... grueling 9-hour journey..... Please that's a warm up in true grueling.... Rookie 😎🥃🌯

  • @zeewar1942
    @zeewar1942 17 днів тому

    Hi i have a question is there any need to buy ticket for air train rail from airport to train station or its free service

  • @FarooqF-g2x
    @FarooqF-g2x 17 днів тому

    hi there, it seems that it is not mandatory to book seats which cost additional. If for example, we do not book the seats and have a very long distance journey involving 24 hours or more., what happens with the seats allocation then? Does the driver allocate you the seat randomly when you show your ticket or it is that you are free to sit on those and allocated seats? It seems that on booking page some seats are always marked cross so I assume that those are the seats that have the option to sit randomly?correct me if this is not the case. they are advertising the panorama seeds in the booking page that cost six euros per person, however, from the structure of the bus which is single Decker bus the idea of panorama seat is confusing, because there is another seat ahead of you that is the driver seat, although below. How is the view from that seat is it really called panorama? And is it worth it to take for 24 hour journey?

    • @seekingtravel
      @seekingtravel 15 днів тому

      It's really all up to Flixbus. If they allocate seats, you can usually buy them. But sometimes they just allocate you a seat themselves. If you book a ticket and your seat is not on it, it means usually that it's a first come first serve type of situation where you can sit on any available seat. I would personally never take it for 24 hours.

    • @FarooqF-g2x
      @FarooqF-g2x 15 днів тому

      @ hi many thanks for your reply. In their app of the FlixBus, there is always an option to purchase a specific seat although there are cross on several of the seats, which means they are unavailable, and this is always the case and I guess that these are those seats, which are free to choose and also cost no extra. On the other hand if you want to select your specific seat, you have to pay some money. Usually it is three euros for a normal seat and six euros for panorama or table seats. By the way for 24 hours which seat you will suggest. Is Panorama really worth it? as I remember there was someone from UA-cam who bought a panorama seat only to found out that it is not panorama because there is an other row of seat ahead of it meant for the second driver and according to him Flixbus seating map does not show that which is true. Anyways, would you please suggest a comfortable seat option for 24 hour journey. The problem is that some stations, do not have toilets open as well. There are horrible reviews where FlixBus on both toilets are very, very dirty, smelly and uncleaned. Also, usually they do not have a lot of double-decker buses. Mostly, they have single decker buses. Don’t know why that’s the case though.

  • @ZLDSmogless
    @ZLDSmogless 21 день тому

    I like to think of the Glasgow Commuter Lines more like a metro system than a regional railway, although the service frequency says otherwise

    • @seekingtravel
      @seekingtravel 18 днів тому

      I would to but Glasgow already has an actual metro (underground). So this differentiation can be made here.

    • @ZLDSmogless
      @ZLDSmogless 15 днів тому

      @@seekingtravel even though it could be compared to the RER in Paris, except nowhere near the service frequency

  • @romano3705
    @romano3705 25 днів тому

    Thank you. Very helpful for first time visitors

  • @josecorreadequeiros9062
    @josecorreadequeiros9062 26 днів тому

    Very poor …..missing the upper bridge view of Ribeira and Douro River….😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

  • @josecorreadequeiros9062
    @josecorreadequeiros9062 26 днів тому

    A veyrllm set abo about PortP Poteerr d d.😂😂😂

  • @sobrecarris
    @sobrecarris 29 днів тому

    Excellent video, you have to go again, the line between Espinho and Gaia is finally completed so the trains no longer slow down, only at the Entroncamento they slow down now. Hug from Portugal

    • @seekingtravel
      @seekingtravel 29 днів тому

      Thank you so much for the advice. I will definitely go back someday!

  • @peterwilliamallen1063
    @peterwilliamallen1063 Місяць тому

    This Bus is going from Windermere to Grasmere not as the title states Grasmere to Windermere, stayed in Bowness on Windermere this summer and used this Bus Service regularily to get about the Lakes. You have missed the best bit from Windermere to Gramere with all the Mountains and Lakes it pases

    • @seekingtravel
      @seekingtravel 29 днів тому

      Thank you! I had to get off there for the cruise I took in that next video!

    • @peterwilliamallen1063
      @peterwilliamallen1063 29 днів тому

      @@seekingtravel I should of said Bowness on Windemere towards Grasmere, but you have missed out the best part of this Bus route from Windermere to Grasmere which is the best and most scenic part of this route through the Mountain valley's and past lakes, trvaelled on it stacks of times while on Holiday at Bownerss on Windermere for a week this summer

  • @bholmes-17
    @bholmes-17 Місяць тому

    Woke nonsense and still a library

  • @Chris-td5zk
    @Chris-td5zk Місяць тому

    😂

  • @Coldpalmer406
    @Coldpalmer406 Місяць тому

    Sparta Prague suck

  • @alisonmidgley1651
    @alisonmidgley1651 Місяць тому

    1st 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @michaeljohndennis2231
    @michaeljohndennis2231 Місяць тому

    I use the North Wales line from Manchester on SailRail to the ferry to Dublin from Holyhead when visiting family in Ireland, which I’ve been doing for 23 years - changing trains at Chester is a nightmare though

  • @louisrios5546
    @louisrios5546 Місяць тому

    The toilet had no running water in the sink, but you still rated it 4/10?

    • @seekingtravel
      @seekingtravel Місяць тому

      I guess I’m more lenient :))) I also travel with a lot of disinfectant

  • @ainonainpg3d799
    @ainonainpg3d799 Місяць тому

    I mean it doesn’t have the same lvl of comfort as an ice but its still a pretty cool train that runs on a well build network.

    • @seekingtravel
      @seekingtravel Місяць тому

      Hey, I loved it :) Both trains are awesome

  • @chuckmurray1825
    @chuckmurray1825 Місяць тому

    I rode this train from Lisbon to Faro back in September 2022. One of the most comfortable travel experiences ever. Easy to relax and enjoy the scenery. I will never forget the green curtains. Train travel in Italy was also great.

  • @rafaelfranca4391
    @rafaelfranca4391 Місяць тому

    Pois entao os comboios para o algarve Sao bonitos limpinhos bom atendimento Sao para turitas 😢vao ver à linha lisboa beja sujos nao ha lugares marcados e teem tecnologia de ponta o revisor ànda de carruagem em carruagem estamos a chegar á casa branca pois ha dois portugais não sabiam😢😢😢

  • @annefoston4102
    @annefoston4102 Місяць тому

    I don’t mind video without commentary but hate hearing the chatter of people in the background Other than that a great video, thank you

  • @supertrains156.66
    @supertrains156.66 Місяць тому

    Sadly didn’t sat at the motor car

  • @johanneskingma
    @johanneskingma Місяць тому

    If you have just a bit more time and love to get some really nice Paris vibes do this on foot! It is only a 1:14 walk even passing the Bastille

  • @annefrance801
    @annefrance801 Місяць тому

    Thank you lovely.

  • @MrMatavelhas
    @MrMatavelhas Місяць тому

    A few seats have power sockets. You just have to book the right seats. They are marked on the web site booking (but not on the app) It is the conductor that makes the announcements

    • @seekingtravel
      @seekingtravel Місяць тому

      Thanks for the answer.

    • @louisrios5546
      @louisrios5546 Місяць тому

      Exactly. On the Intercidades cars, only about one-sixth of the seats have a power outlet.

  • @ronaldomulatico
    @ronaldomulatico Місяць тому

    Lovely video, I'm planning to do this journey! As a railway worker, I do have free travel on any railway company in Europe. 50% on Eurostar! Thank you for all the tips for this journey. Take care!!

    • @seekingtravel
      @seekingtravel Місяць тому

      What! I’m so envious right now haha. Thanks for sharing.

  •  Місяць тому

    How far is to drive from London to Glasgow?

    • @seekingtravel
      @seekingtravel Місяць тому

      About 5-7 hours I would guess. Depending on how fast you drive :)

  • @david1731048
    @david1731048 Місяць тому

    That's a shame you got the oldest train still working that line!

    • @Anonymous-cf1yh
      @Anonymous-cf1yh Місяць тому

      What do u mean no it’s good it’s nice to see an old train still working on these lines

  • @MJMCJ2002
    @MJMCJ2002 Місяць тому

    1:15, this is Porto, not Lisbon, but these were the most beautiful aerial views from Lisbon I've seen. And I like the fact that you showed Lisbon in Winter time, with the rain, fog and dark clouds in the sky, different from all other showing sunny images, giving the impression we are a tropical country, which we're not. Thank you for visiting and filming my country!

    • @seekingtravel
      @seekingtravel Місяць тому

      Oups. And thank you. It was amazing!!

  • @TheUncleGrant
    @TheUncleGrant Місяць тому

    Thankyou so much, I did that Bus Tour in 2019 and loved it 😍

  • @fjmmc9907
    @fjmmc9907 Місяць тому

    Serra de Monchique range is north of Lagos. What you passed was the Serra do Caldeirao range 😉

  • @StagecoachLE
    @StagecoachLE Місяць тому

    Refurbished Is Better, But Nice Video!

  • @silviocc
    @silviocc Місяць тому

    An old, tired, noisy and clunky gem... It's a crap, that what it is. It's stopped in the 80's from last century. 🤮

    • @seekingtravel
      @seekingtravel Місяць тому

      New isn't always better. You do have AP for a more premium experience. The comfort was really good though

    • @JK-et5ct
      @JK-et5ct 23 дні тому

      Aparece sempre uma ovelha ranhosa falando mal de tudo.

  • @diogorodrigues747
    @diogorodrigues747 2 місяці тому

    19:37 The line doesn't really get into Almada city. That's Santa Marta do Pinhal, which is a neighborhood of Corroios town, which belongs to a parish of the Seixal municipality named Corroios as well. I know this because I lived there for many years.

  • @darkendemon4400
    @darkendemon4400 2 місяці тому

    Where did you get the permits to film onboard the train and showing people?

    • @seekingtravel
      @seekingtravel Місяць тому

      Public space. You don't need permits.

    • @darkendemon4400
      @darkendemon4400 Місяць тому

      @@seekingtravel This is Portugal, not UK or USA, so you need permit to film on public space when showing people to display on public space as YouTUbe. You also need permit from CP as you are showing their private property and permit from IP for showing their infrastructure. Sharing on UA-cam does not qualify as personal use. Just for your information. You might get luck and nobody cares about that, but you should ask permission/inform about filming before filming.

    • @JPVNG67
      @JPVNG67 Місяць тому

      @@darkendemon4400 Don t be stupid, he can film whatever he wants in public as long the film is clearly not aimed at anyone.

    • @fjmmc9907
      @fjmmc9907 Місяць тому

      @@darkendemon4400 🤣😂😂Besides being hilarious, your comment is just "parvo".

  • @leandrofigueiredo8897
    @leandrofigueiredo8897 2 місяці тому

    Just a quick note mate, the 5600 doesn't go up to 220km/h and yes 200, the only train that achieves 220 is the Alfa Pendular service with the FIAT / CPA4000.

    • @darkendemon4400
      @darkendemon4400 2 місяці тому

      The 5600 Siemens goes to 220 yes.

    • @seekingtravel
      @seekingtravel Місяць тому

      Maybe doesn't reach it, but it could, technically.

    • @darkendemon4400
      @darkendemon4400 Місяць тому

      @@seekingtravel Just confirmed it by a photo of the speedometer. VMax red line on 220 Kmh and speedometer ends at 250 Kmh.

    • @josemiguelcosta6372
      @josemiguelcosta6372 Місяць тому

      A 5600 locomotive does get to 220, however, a consist comprising of a 5600 locomotive and corail cars won't be able to go past 200 - because that's the speed limit of the corail cars.

    • @darkendemon4400
      @darkendemon4400 Місяць тому

      @@josemiguelcosta6372 that is correct. They should make 220 corail cars too.

  • @PBallroomBlitzK
    @PBallroomBlitzK 2 місяці тому

    Great the backview to Ponte de 25 de Abril!

  • @PutoJsy
    @PutoJsy 2 місяці тому

    The British insist that their trains must have this that and the other do they are the best (even though the rails infrastructure is totally outdated and in dire need of work) but what people want and need train wise is something very similar to the Portuguese, comfortable enough, take people from a to b safely and affordable.

    • @celsoalves7681
      @celsoalves7681 Місяць тому

      What do you know about what the British insist or not? If you don’t have anything to say just stfu… the f…..g nerve of these ignorant rednecks is astonishing

  • @RUOKH
    @RUOKH 2 місяці тому

    Sorry to quibble, but that was not a Restaurant Car on the train, it was a rather sad looking Cafeteria Car. Oh, how I remember that days of the beautiful Restaurant Car on the Sud Express from Lisboa - now that was a Restaurant Car. Thanks for the review of the Faro line, not the most scenic but still interesting. Cheers!

    • @seekingtravel
      @seekingtravel Місяць тому

      A Cafeteria Car doesn't really roll of the tongue :D

  • @peter59fg
    @peter59fg 2 місяці тому

    The cars are the old "Corail" french type, first built in 1975 but refurbished, of course.

  • @tjittekamminga5170
    @tjittekamminga5170 2 місяці тому

    think its an old TEE corail train from the 60s!

    • @peter59fg
      @peter59fg 2 місяці тому

      No, Corail type ! Corail means "COmfort + RAIL".