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Markus Travels
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Narrated self-funded travel review videos with my personal recommendations. I review airlines, trains, hotels, and other travel experiences.
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The best panoramic train in Switzerland? Golden Pass Express in Prestige Class
The newest panoramic train in Switzerland, the Golden Pass Express, may also be the best. In this video, you will learn about the luxurious Prestige Class seats, the service on board, and how the company approaches service recovery.
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Glacier Express first class: ruclips.net/video/sp8-J6YhPho/видео.html
TGV Lyria first class: ruclips.net/video/9ZhJcB-HPuY/видео.html
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🚄 Trip details:
Route: Interlaken Ost to Zweisimmen, then Zweisimmen to Montreux
Date: Aug. 1, 2024 (Swiss National Day)
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🎬 Related videos mentioned:
Glacier Express first class: ruclips.net/video/sp8-J6YhPho/видео.html
TGV Lyria first class: ruclips.net/video/9ZhJcB-HPuY/видео.html
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🚄 Trip details:
Route: Interlaken Ost to Zweisimmen, then Zweisimmen to Montreux
Date: Aug. 1, 2024 (Swiss National Day)
Train compan...
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I slept in an old Boeing 747: Jumbo Hotel tour & review
Просмотров 15114 дней назад
They turned this old 747 jumbo jet into a hotel. You can stay at the Jumbo hotel at Stockholm Arlanda Airport. In this video, you will get a full tour and review. Learn about the room types, the bar and all all the great museum pieces of this 747-200. And how to get there easily from the airport terminal. 🎬 Related videos mentioned: Hotel reviews: ruclips.net/p/PL3N04S6SeqZ2nASLY2VHCDXZLSNWs4jE...
Is the new SWISS Premium Economy class worth the upgrade?
Просмотров 4,7 тыс.21 день назад
Let’s try the new SWISS Premium Economy class on the Boeing 777! In this flight review, we’ll travel from Zurich to Chicago in Premium Economy class on SWISS International Airlines. Learn about the new seat, the upgraded catering, and some problems on the way. 🎬 Related videos mentioned: California Zephyr train: ruclips.net/video/UTsbifiXLBI/видео.html Live from the Swiss lounge: ruclips.net/us...
Paris to Switzerland at 320 km/h: TGV Lyria train in first class
Просмотров 973Месяц назад
This high-speed train connects France and Switzerland. Join me in first class as we check out the lounge in Paris, the unusually plush seat, and the service on board. Just don’t expect any fine dining in the lounge or in the bistro car! 🎬 Related videos mentioned: TGV InOui: ruclips.net/video/Wg1kB5DWoMM/видео.html Eurostar Brussels-Paris: ruclips.net/video/UmD80pWyPbU/видео.html Superalbs Trav...
First class seat on an airport bus: Better than the plane!
Просмотров 590Месяц назад
10.6 Travel videos What’s it like riding first class on a bus? Join me on the Bus4You airport bus to Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Learn about the Bus4You Plus seats, the service, and a couple of shortcomings. And find out if it’s better than business class on the airplane! 🎬 Related videos mentioned: SWISS Business class from Stockholm: ruclips.net/video/9hexWLXFd5o/видео.html SAS ro and from Arl...
California Zephyr train through the Rocky Mountains for 44 hours
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The California Zephyr sleeper train travels from Chicago to San Francisco. Join me in a private roomette in the first-class sleeper car. You will learn about the lounge, the room, the included traditional dining meals, the shower and much more. Plus, you will see some of the quirks of traveling by train in the US. 🎬 Related videos mentioned: Nightjet private room: ruclips.net/video/QFsSqgGpKdI/...
Is the MTRX train in first class worth this crazy price?
Просмотров 3632 месяца назад
MTRX runs trains between Gothenburg and Stockholm in Sweden. In this video, you will learn about the first-class product they call PLUS. This includes the seat, the meal and the facilities onboard the MTRX train. Is MTRX better than the classic X2000? Find out in this video, which covers the route between Skövde and Katrineholm. MTRX is in the process of renaming to VR. 🎬 Related videos mention...
Clarion Hotel Post in Gothenburg: Historic icon or just hollow hype?
Просмотров 3672 месяца назад
Is the Clarion Hotel Post in Gothenburg worth it? Sure it’s an iconic hotel in the historic old post office building. But do the rooms live up to the hype? In this video review, you will learn about the design, facilities and breakfast at the Clarion Hotel Post. Plus, you’ll get my carefully considered recommendation. 🎬 Related videos mentioned: Scandic Göteborg Central: ruclips.net/video/mDgN6...
Nasty surprise on my favorite high-speed train (SJ X2000 first class)
Просмотров 5922 месяца назад
My favorite train in first class was always the X2000, the Swedish high-speed tilting train. But on this trip, one detail ruined the whole experience. Learn about the entire first-class experience in Sweden, including the lounge, the seat, the food and the service. This video covers the X2000 service between Gothenburg and Stockholm. 🎬 Related videos mentioned: SJ 3000 first class: ruclips.net/...
A tale of two easyJet flights (THIS makes all the difference)
Просмотров 8683 месяца назад
When you fly easyJet, there’s one aspect that will determine if you’ll enjoy this low-cost carrier. In this complete guide to the easyJet budget airline experience, you will learn about the luggage allowance, their special boarding system including Speedy Boarding, and the efficient service and operations. 🎬 Related videos mentioned: SAS business class: ruclips.net/video/62XkS4lGTj0/видео.html ...
The new TGV InOui in first class: Why does it already feel so dated?
Просмотров 3,5 тыс.3 месяца назад
This classic French high-speed train is now called TGV InOui. Let’s try it in first class. And see if it delivers the premium TGV experience. Learn about the seats, the first-class cabin, the onboard facilities, and the big problems, too. 🎬 Related videos mentioned: Thalys Eurostar first class: ruclips.net/video/3Pp8hs_FCSI/видео.html If you enjoy my work, you can: ☕ Buy me a coffee: www.buymea...
Gothenburg hotel review: Scandic Göteborg Central
Просмотров 5224 месяца назад
Gothenburg hotel review: Scandic Göteborg Central
The best business class in Europe? SWISS Airbus A220 from Zurich
Просмотров 3,1 тыс.4 месяца назад
The best business class in Europe? SWISS Airbus A220 from Zurich
United first class: Is the big chair worth the extra bucks?
Просмотров 5815 месяцев назад
United first class: Is the big chair worth the extra bucks?
Flying JSX semi-private jet: the ONE thing they don’t tell you
Просмотров 7 тыс.5 месяцев назад
Flying JSX semi-private jet: the ONE thing they don’t tell you
The CHEAPEST room in Las Vegas Resorts World: Was it worth it?
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.6 месяцев назад
The CHEAPEST room in Las Vegas Resorts World: Was it worth it?
I will never fly SAS business class again. Here’s why.
Просмотров 11 тыс.7 месяцев назад
I will never fly SAS business class again. Here’s why.
Brussels to Paris at 300 km/h on the new Eurostar train
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Brussels to Paris at 300 km/h on the new Eurostar train
SAS Business Class A330 from Copenhagen to Los Angeles
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SAS Business Class A330 from Copenhagen to Los Angeles
My top 10 BEST and WORST travel experiences of 2023
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My top 10 BEST and WORST travel experiences of 2023
Amsterdam to Antwerp on Eurostar Thalys train in first class
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Amsterdam to Antwerp on Eurostar Thalys train in first class
ÖBB Nightjet: Is THIS really the future of rail travel in Europe?
Просмотров 2,6 тыс.10 месяцев назад
ÖBB Nightjet: Is THIS really the future of rail travel in Europe?
Exclusive theme park tour: Erlebnispark Tripsdrill behind the scenes
Просмотров 20110 месяцев назад
Exclusive theme park tour: Erlebnispark Tripsdrill behind the scenes
New Lufthansa 787 in business class: a Dreamliner with problems
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New Lufthansa 787 in business class: a Dreamliner with problems
Deutsche Bahn ICE train at its worst: Our first class fiasco
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Deutsche Bahn ICE train at its worst: Our first class fiasco
Is business class on the Lufthansa 787 now actually good?
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Is business class on the Lufthansa 787 now actually good?
Lufthansa RUINED our business class trip in 5 unexpected ways
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Lufthansa RUINED our business class trip in 5 unexpected ways
If you fly SAS, you never know which terrible airline you get
Просмотров 23 тыс.Год назад
If you fly SAS, you never know which terrible airline you get
This Lufthansa flight sure was something special
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This Lufthansa flight sure was something special
Lufthansa economy class in Europe is now so much worse
Просмотров 11 тыс.Год назад
Lufthansa economy class in Europe is now so much worse
Hey I'll be flying to bali this November, therefore I am thinking of considering Turkish airlines for the first time. I only speak English, German and my mother tongue. If I'll fly then it would be my first time with Turkish airlines. What is your opinion?
You'll be fine. Most of the crew speak English just fine. Good luck!
Thanks Markus for the video I have been on train inI Switzerland, mostly from Zurich to Teufen (close to ST Gallen). They always was on time and the food was quite expensive. Your cheese and meet platter was nice
Yes, Swiss trains actually "går som tåget"!
Wow you are such a karen
Thanks for watching and commenting!
good to know the swiss air premium is quite disappointing :D
Well, it still has some benefits over regular Economy.
Very detail pe for swiss air its rare. Thx for the great video
Thanks for watching!
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Thanks for that insightful comment!
I have been at the hotel opposite to the Jumbo Hotel. But due to my geocaching hobby I vent to the cache located/hidden at the Jumbo hotel. Thanks for the video.
See, there's another reason to visit the Jumbo Stay without actually staying overnight. Thanks for watching!
Nice video. I have an upcoming flight with Swiss on their Airbus A220-300 out of Zurich. The flight time is 1hr 20min and will depart at 1225hrs (i.e. around lunch time). Now I am very curious to see the catering on this short flight.
I can imagine it will the smaller type of meal that I got on the outbound, instead of the bigger type I got on the return.
@@MarkusTravelsI will find out!
Thanks for the video! Do you recommend exit/bulkhead seats 20A and 20B, since they don't seem to have the foot space problem you had at 21G. I'm thinking of getting either one in my upcoming trip to ZRH.
Yes, 20A was real comfortable. Just not great for making a video.
Markus you had a great idea what to vlog again. Can you please give me a small shoutout. Im a young avgeek and im making a couple videos about aviation or just aviation games. My description says it all.
Shout-outs will not grow a channel. Make videos people love. That's the challenge for all of us. But thanks for watching!
Yay! First on the new Markus video! Love your content. This place looks really cool also! Hopefully I can see this place sometime in the future. In about 3 weeks I will finally get to see your home country.
I'm sure you will enjoy Sweden! The Jumbo Stay is easy to get to from the Arlanda terminals.
Well first of all, you weren’t on an E-145. You flew on an E-135. The JSX 145’s are a 1 by 1 configuration. The 135 is what you flew on. Need to do some more research on what you’re talking about.
Thanks for watching and adding that information!
Loved this, well done. I live in Los Angeles and my mother in Denmark so I found this very useful. Excited to watch your return flight disaster. Loved seeing your excitement flying into LA, it’s a beautiful city hope you had a great time. Safe Travels!
Yes, this was a good trip out west. Thanks for watching!
Which seats are the best ??
They're pretty much all the same. But I prefer the rear-facing solo seats.
Thank you for your sharing. I would have my premium economy flight at February next year to Hong Kong.
I hope you will enjoy the trip!
Thanks for a nice video.
Thanks for watching, as always!
As a Swiss flight attendant very interesting to hear honest guest opinions and experiences. Thanks for that🎉
Thanks for watching!
I also had a flight with SWISS’ premium eco products and I had the same opinion about the difficulty to recline the seat… otherwise I really enjoyed it and I think it’s still a very good product !
Yes, not the most intuitive recline, but overall a decent seat.
Great video Markus. You say you don't like cars. From this video I'm assuming that includes Taxi and ride share services. Since I don't mind ride share JSX would have been pretty convenient for me. Something to consider is the limited routes and airports available. I live in San Diego and they don't provide service to Reno or Lake Tahoe from SD.
When I originally planned this trip, I wanted to fly out of San Diego. But last year, I think they switched to another airport in the area, which was harder to reach. You are right, ride share would have been a better solution. I just really prefer public transportation when it's available.
Hi Markus. Good to meet you on the train and thanks for the video. Its a really good summary of the trip. Worth mentioning that your can have meals in your roomette if you prefer you just have to ask the attendant.
That's a good point about the in-room dining. And thanks for your kind donation!
Amazing. You published this exactly at the time when I do gym so I have something to watch while on a threadmill. 😊. I am taking this seat on 777 to Buenos Aires and back this winter. I am only curious how comfortable would sleeping / resting be in this? Is the padding good enough?
I did make a note about the padding, but forgot to mention it in the vide. It's hard, but comfortable. The idea was to test it also on the return, overnight flight, but that did not work out. The seat is certainly more comfortable for sleeping than a regular economy seat, because you're in a bit of a cocoon. And there's more space if you don't use the leg rest. But if you can snag an upgrade to business for a few hundred bucks, that's worth it on the overnight.
Thank you for another great review I took swiss flight in July from Tel Aviv to Zurich in business class, it was my first flight with them after 10 years. Unfortunately they changed the aircraft type to airbus neo so we get an Europe business class but even so it was great experience, now Zurich Airport it's my favorite airport after Munich For me it's seems that Swiss it's the best operator in the Lufthansa group
I think that's right; Swiss does position themselves as a more premium/boutique airline in the group.
Lovely clear video. I thank the RUclips algorithm for finding you. Now I have to binge watch all the others!!
Thanks for watching, and happy binging!
seat selection should be free 🤣
I agree. But they even charge in Business.
great video, thank for sharing.
Thanks for watching and leaving comments!
all lh group will have this seat
I think they could have found a better model seat.
@@MarkusTravels pretty hard when you compare. I think it's my favorite
Took premium to Singapore and bulkhead seats is what I expect for such a class not like emirates for example. I know some people prefer them but it feels less premium to me when you have to care about reclining and disturbing other customers. For the head rest I don’t know what happened to you but it’s the first time I saw that problem 😂 Nice review !
Good point. Now I wish I had tested the headrest on a few more seats!
@@MarkusTravels 😂
Me To Have SSSS Many Times.Great Video And Info
Yes it happens. But I do wish they would highlight it at check-in.
Thanks for your review. I'm looking forward to Swiss Sense, sadly the premium economy will stay the same. Greetings from Aargau
I didn't know that was the name of their cabin refresh. But I am looking forward to the new business seats!
Okay, let's see. No FF status. No real airport lounge. Charging for seat selection. No overhead bins. Having to go to a secondary airport. Economy class seats, I don't see any redeeming qualities compared to being a high status flyer on a major airline that gets access to real first class seats, lounges and customer service. Also, unless it's truly private I wouldn't feel comfortable with the lack of TSA.
Excellent analysis! And thanks for watching!
Yes that was a good price!
I deed, a decent deal!
Old train
Oldie but a goodie, am I right?
Loved your honest review of the trip! Thank you for sharing - helps me plan my own trip!
If you can book the updated cabin, you'll have a better experience. My video about that is coming soon. Although the new cabin, too, had some issues.
Better then my first class train from zurich flughafen to Munich
That's a good comparison!
11:25 it’s the problem of the stable of the track. I live here and i don’t have any problem with it. So that’s not a point. But did you get something (Ik the cold food) like mask for sleeping?
No, I didn't get any kind of amenity kit. But I also didn't expect one on this short trip.
@@MarkusTravels oh okay!
HOW TURKHIS AIRLINES IS BAD?!?!
I gave many answers to that question in the video.
I don't think SAS is for you: put simply!
I think you're right. Thanks for watching!
Will be traveling this exact route to and from Basel in a week. Thank you for this video, quite informative!
Enjoy the trip! The TGV Lyria is a fine product.
Wonderful video very informative, indeed as always
Thanks for watching! I had extremely high hopes for the performance of this video. Unfortunately, as of today, it's a flop. Not sure why.
Paris first class lounge: no toilet seat, no food, no drinks, no WiFi…. Yeah, I would wait there, too. Can’t imagine what the rest of the station was like….
I was already so traumatized by Paris Gare du Nord, I did not want to find out the situation here!
You begin with a wrong assumption. Grand Voyageur lounges are not First class lounges. It is a lounge for frequent travelers who have the Grand Voyageur card.
Good point! But I do believe I had access thanks to a first class ticket. And I didn't see another lounge specifically for first class.
You get access to Salon Grand Voyageur if you have a first class Lyria ticket but that’s all. A standard first class TGV Inoui ticket for example does not grant you access. As I travel a lot with SNCF, I have the Grand Voyageur Le Club status, it allows me to use the salons even with a second class TER ticket. But these lounges are really below average, just ok to spend an hour or two if your train is delayed or if you have to wait for a connection. Still better than no nothing I guess but they are often very crowded. At Gare de Lyon, I’d rather go have a drink at Le Train Bleu if I have enough time.
@@Eric-wl3kl That's good advice. I'll check out Le Train Bleu next time I'm at this station!
Emmm the TGV Duplex you traveled had the 2010 Interior. On the LGV Atlatique (It leaves Paris Montparnase to Burdeux and the Spanish border) had the newer Interior caled "Oceane" which are im my opinion much better.If youe loking for something more modern that would be your choise!!!.
Excellent advice! I have actually been looking at taking the train to Spain, and it seems like taking the TGV is indeed a good option. I just wish they had night trains between Switzerland and Spain!
Not drinking on a train? It's like not drinking at a party! At least you got some tea down you gullet? Otherwise would not be so cool. Besides, I like drinking most things, for example, I like drinking sausce, it fuels me well. Not drinking on a train? Scary thought!
Thanks for watching, and adding your comments!
Goodbye Markus and thank you for never flying SAS again. What a ......video
I'm glad you liked it!
I like you go on every detail and show galley snack I like that but let me tell you something in Star alliance from Europe I like Austrian airlines business class the others are not something special maybe after Austrian then SWISS but LH is horrible in my opinion outdated products it been more than 10 years they are talking to change business class and till now nothing SAS its ok but nothing special however if you want something really luxury you should fly ASIAN OR Middle Eastern Carrier or TURKISH WHICH IS REALLY GOOD I am talking about business class also regarding compensation welcome to Europe Stingy culture they don't like to compensate unless if its something really big in Europe that culture doesn't exist try one time AF business class new business class cabin with privacy door but make sure you get right plane since not all of their airplanes fly with new cabin who you are going to review next?
Thanks for watching! I will actually do Swiss next!
@@MarkusTravels do long haul ;)
Yep, it will be Zurich to Chicago and back. With some surprises!
Markus. I love your videos. They are very informative and enjoyable
Thanks for watching, as always!
When i was in Switzerland a month ago i saw it going by me closely.
Yes, we see them a lot here. I sometimes take the Lyria just between Basel and Zurich.
Totally agree, Norrköping Resecentrum is not a place to hang out. Have been there many times due to my work at SMHI-Göteborg but some meetings are at the head office. But always with train. Thanks for the bus info, I have not been on the Bus4You, but will try it from Göteborg to Oslo.
Bus4You is actually not a bad choice between Norrköping and Gothenburg. It saves you from changing train in Katrineholm. Plus you get the great views of Vättern!
@@MarkusTravels Japp så är det, men som statstjänsteman är det SJ som gäller och jag får boka 1:a klass så helt ok att få arbeta i två timmer till Katrineholm
Markus. As always a great video. Keep up the good work. I am now going to watch the video from the train from Chicago to the West Coast. Looking forward to it. Pete Lindstrom Roswell GA
Cool! You're taking the one I took, the California Zephyr to the Bay Area? Or the one to Seattle? Should be great either way!
SAS Connect have bases in Copenhagen, Stockholm and London Heathrow therefore you Can meet a mixed Crew onboard.
Thanks for adding that detail! And thanks for watching!