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Renfe AVE: First class could easily be so much better than this
The original Spanish high-speed train runs at 300 km/h between Madrid and Barcelona. Join me in first class to experience the Renfe Club Lounge, the first-class seat, and the questionable onboard dining. You will also hear a comparison to Iryo, the competing high-speed train in Spain.
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Iryo first class: ruclips.net/video/3MeUlSjxxbo/видео.html
OM the Rails talking about the landscape: ruclips.net/video/lVzAaxOFhWc/видео.htmlsi=3dhv7pijJuiOASup&t=566
Eurostar first class: ruclips.net/video/3Pp8hs_FCSI/видео.html
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Is Sweden's tallest hotel worth it? Clarion Hotel Karlatornet
Просмотров 65221 день назад
The new Clarion Hotel Karlatornet is the tallest building in the Nordic countries. Kind of. In this hotel review, you will learn about the pros and cons of the Clarion Hotel Karlatornet. This includes the room design, the breakfast and the views. 🎬 Related videos mentioned: Hotel reviews: ruclips.net/p/PL3N04S6SeqZ2nASLY2VHCDXZLSNWs4jE2 If you enjoy my work, you can: ❤️ Buy a Super Thanks with ...
The BEST scenic cruise on the Norway coast is with Havila Voyages
Просмотров 4,3 тыс.Месяц назад
What’s the best way to cruise along the coast of Norway? Let’s try Havila Voyages. In this Norway coastal cruise review, you will learn about the cabin, the amenities, the food and much more. Plus, some great views of the Norwegian coast line. 🎬 Related videos mentioned: Hurtigruten review: ruclips.net/video/jEk3esQLR9k/видео.html What I got wrong about Hurtigruten: ruclips.net/user/liveqIBh8Mf...
Silver Legacy in Reno is a cheap hotel. But is it any good?
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.Месяц назад
Let’s review the Silver Legacy Resort Casino in Reno Nevada! Join me for a tour of the Vista room, with great views of the Sierra Nevada mountains. The Silver Legacy hotel pays homage to its silver-ming roots. In this hotel review, we’ll cover the pros and cons of the Silver Legacy in Reno. 🎬 Related videos mentioned: Las Vegas Hilton at Resorts World: ruclips.net/video/UO28G4GZsBI/видео.html I...
The BEST airplane you've NEVER heard of: Embraer E2
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.2 месяца назад
Let’s try the new Embraer E2! Learn about the 3 most significant features of the new E2 series in this review of the Embraer E195 E2. It’s the largest member of the E-Jet E2 family and competes with the Airbus A220. Today’s flight is operated by Helvetic Airways for SWISS between Zurich and Stockholm. 🎬 Related videos mentioned: All-A220 fleet at airBaltic: ruclips.net/video/YCFPrK4ceAI/видео.h...
Ibis London City Shoreditch FAILS the BASICS of being a hotel
Просмотров 8642 месяца назад
The Ibis London City - Shoreditch has a few pros. But there’s a major con, too. In this video review, you’ll see a tour of the Sweet Room, some cool tech and learn about the service. 🎬 Related videos mentioned: More hotel reviews: ruclips.net/p/PL3N04S6SeqZ2nASLY2VHCDXZLSNWs4jE2 If you enjoy my work, you can: ❤️ Buy a Super Thanks with the heart button below the video ☕ Buy me a coffee: www.buy...
The WORST Norway coastal cruise experience is on Hurtigruten
Просмотров 16 тыс.3 месяца назад
Considering a cruise in Norway? Think twice before booking the Hurtigruten coastal ferry. In this video, you will learn about the cabin, the dining and the views. Plus, I uncovered a scam that Hurtigruten is running for international passengers. The Norwegian coast is stunning, but you should probably choose another company than Hurtigruten. 🎬 Related videos mentioned: Vy first-class bus: rucli...
Fairmont Quasar Istanbul review: Private hammam in a Fairmont Gold room
Просмотров 5303 месяца назад
In this review of the Fairmont Quasar Istanbul hotel, you will learn about the Fairmont Gold room with a private hammam. We’ll also cover the Fairmont Gold lounge and VIP service. Plus, the views, the pool the service and much more! 🎬 Related videos mentioned: Jumbo Stay hotel review: ruclips.net/video/Ootr28P6KSk/видео.html All hotel reviews: ruclips.net/p/PL3N04S6SeqZ2nASLY2VHCDXZLSNWs4jE2 If...
Can I visit every big city in Switzerland by train in 12 hours?
Просмотров 6763 месяца назад
Switzerland in one day. Can it be done? In this video, I will try to see the main sights in Basel, Zurich, Bern, Lausanne and Geneva. In one day. Join me on this first-class train ride across Switzerland. We’ll use the German ICE, and the Bombardier Twindexx in both its versions. You will also get some ideas for day trips from Zurich or Basel. 🎬 Related videos mentioned: TGV Lyria: ruclips.net/...
United Airlines HATES their new Basic Economy ticket
Просмотров 6 тыс.4 месяца назад
United Airlines HATES their new Basic Economy ticket
The new Stadler TINA tram in Basel: First impressions are good!
Просмотров 4,5 тыс.4 месяца назад
The new Stadler TINA tram in Basel: First impressions are good!
Is the Glacier Express worth it? Panoramic train in Switzerland
Просмотров 1,8 тыс.4 месяца назад
Is the Glacier Express worth it? Panoramic train in Switzerland
The best panoramic train in Switzerland? Golden Pass Express in Prestige Class
Просмотров 1,6 тыс.5 месяцев назад
The best panoramic train in Switzerland? Golden Pass Express in Prestige Class
I slept in an old Boeing 747: Jumbo Hotel tour & review
Просмотров 3165 месяцев назад
I slept in an old Boeing 747: Jumbo Hotel tour & review
Is the new SWISS Premium Economy class worth the upgrade?
Просмотров 28 тыс.5 месяцев назад
Is the new SWISS Premium Economy class worth the upgrade?
Paris to Switzerland at 320 km/h: TGV Lyria train in first class
Просмотров 10 тыс.6 месяцев назад
Paris to Switzerland at 320 km/h: TGV Lyria train in first class
First class seat on an airport bus: Better than the plane!
Просмотров 1 тыс.6 месяцев назад
First class seat on an airport bus: Better than the plane!
California Zephyr train through the Rocky Mountains for 44 hours
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.6 месяцев назад
California Zephyr train through the Rocky Mountains for 44 hours
Is the MTRX train in first class worth this crazy price?
Просмотров 4687 месяцев назад
Is the MTRX train in first class worth this crazy price?
Clarion Hotel Post in Gothenburg: Historic icon or just hollow hype?
Просмотров 6887 месяцев назад
Clarion Hotel Post in Gothenburg: Historic icon or just hollow hype?
Nasty surprise on my favorite high-speed train (SJ X2000 first class)
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.8 месяцев назад
Nasty surprise on my favorite high-speed train (SJ X2000 first class)
A tale of two easyJet flights (THIS makes all the difference)
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.8 месяцев назад
A tale of two easyJet flights (THIS makes all the difference)
The new TGV InOui in first class: Why does it already feel so dated?
Просмотров 9 тыс.8 месяцев назад
The new TGV InOui in first class: Why does it already feel so dated?
Gothenburg hotel review: Scandic Göteborg Central
Просмотров 8679 месяцев назад
Gothenburg hotel review: Scandic Göteborg Central
The best business class in Europe? SWISS Airbus A220 from Zurich
Просмотров 4,7 тыс.9 месяцев назад
The best business class in Europe? SWISS Airbus A220 from Zurich
United first class: Is the big chair worth the extra bucks?
Просмотров 84310 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 13 тыс.10 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 1,6 тыс.11 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 14 тыс.Год назад
I will never fly SAS business class again. Here’s why.
Brussels to Paris at 300 km/h on the new Eurostar train
Просмотров 18 тыс.Год назад
Brussels to Paris at 300 km/h on the new Eurostar train

Комментарии

  • @donahuea
    @donahuea 3 дня назад

    I visit Reno often (my parents live in Verdi). The Row isn't amazing, but it's decent for a cheap area and a fun crowd. Just say no to resort fees!

  • @Cepia120
    @Cepia120 3 дня назад

    Unexpectes that you come to Spain :0 that cool. Few points to mention. Thanks for using Renfe a few points to mention. 7:40 no 😂 its verry simply the sandwich are made like that to avoid food posoining and so the PASAGER get to manupulate not the crew or anyone elese that the resion for plastic envoled everywhere. (Renfe things). About you meal service Renfe has multiple meals on its frist class Desayuno(Breakfast) 6 ish to 9:50AM (DEPARTURES) MERIENDA(afternoon or morning launch like a snack what you got) from 10 to 12:30 and 14:30 (DEPARTURES) to (13:29 So that why you did got the proper lunch due to te times In Spain the eating times can be later than expected 😅) And Cena (Diner) from 19:00 to 21:30 (DEPARTURES) You ticket at the time of bocking has that info to be expecific I suguest you check the ticket ofice personal! 9:21 ¡¡¡¡AAAAAAAAAAADIF!!!!!!! (That infra manager 😅 the resion of the security control and Atocha caotic bordings) 12:51 the lugage is somenthing Renfe Cant do anything about it the S103 has pretty BIG lugage Spaces and lugage polecy on The AVE product is quite generous 2 pices of lugage per person or 3 compared to Renfe Low Cost product Avlo which allows for 1 pice and Ouigo from the French It would be a bad idea to have a lugage coach since that will rise up more the price of the ticket. 13:30 about the good meals depends of the time Iryo Meriedas is verry tiny just like Renfe its 2 mini boild egg some Rucula and 2 thin sices of Salmon (that you could buy in the Supermarket) If you want a good meal on Spanish HS plese check the departure times (: (On Alvia AVE (Ave INT to) and Intercity trains) there caled "Menu Box" On both operatos if you have a frist class fare you can order pay food Ilsa (Iryo) its the Meat with beans and smash potatos Salmon salad And Iberic menu if im not wrong On Renfe Its Salmon (also) Salmon poke Iberic menu Cesar salad And among other more basic foods (: The site 😅 on my its a nacional meme the Spanish Tp mintery gives a 4/10 on the site so Imagine the frustration on many poeple.😂 There will be fixed about the Cercanías machine I would to hear more details about that 🙂 15:15 89 EUROS FOR THAT JOURNEY!!!! that pretty expensive you must had bougth a full train almost. Next time try other routes for exaple the Levante corridor for 44 euos you have the same class of travel on timetables with proper food and biger liunges (Joaquin Sorolla stations at Valencia has clun lounge of 2 floors!!!!!) And Malaga club louge is at the top of a big shoping center with views on the train!!!! If you read to end congrats and Gracias. I hope that you will consider triying the ALVIAS trains which are trains that can change gauge and are really nice 🙂

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 3 дня назад

      Indeed the price was a bit much. Earlier booking would have solved it.

    • @Cepia120
      @Cepia120 3 дня назад

      ​.Bingo the more expesive a train is the more crowded it is (:

  • @AL5520
    @AL5520 4 дня назад

    The food you got looks like the box menu, which is what you get if you add a meal to the other options. I don't know why you got that but I recommend specifying the the om meal you want when booking the ticket (you have a personalization button on the personal detail section). In any case if such a thing happens you should contact them and file a complaint. I found that the service itself is usually good. Price depends on demand and you can usually find cheaper fares in different hours and much cheaper in the low cost ones. The entertainment system works and you can get basic headphones in the cafe car. As for the ride, the complaints about less smooth rides is usually on the Talgo trains that might have a bit more movement due to their unique structure (short cars with a single-axle bogie between the cars). personally I have no problem with those trains. The Renfe website is not great, and it's much better now that how it used to be a few years ago. They are going through major changes in management and hopefully they will improve. The main advantage of Renfe is the amount of trains they provide. Currently, for dull service (not the low cost options) Iryo is better. As for the view, it depends on the season but that's not a desert, it's semi-arid.

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 4 дня назад

      That's a good tip. I'll pay more attention next time I book! On the Iryo booking site the meal selection was a clear step. I just don't remember seeing it on Renfe.

  • @richardalderton1047
    @richardalderton1047 4 дня назад

    It's a shame about the meal. I had a really nice meal on the AVE from Figueres-Zaragoza, with three courses and wine etc. (Although they only started serving me about 20 minutes before arrival!) I think you can tell from your ticket - it will show Merienda if it's only a snack box. (I don't know if you can find out before purchase.) By contrast, on Iryo they didn't have a proper breakfast for me because I booked 'too late' (actually over 24h before departure), which was poor.

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 4 дня назад

      That three-course meal was what I was hoping for! Maybe I should try them again and get it right.

  • @Thethriftyflyer
    @Thethriftyflyer 4 дня назад

    Hey Markus, Traveled with RENFE last year Zaragoza to Barcelona it was ok! My go to now is Ouigo fantastic! Barcelona to Zaragoza was brilliant! Sorry RENFE! 😮

  • @gorannilsson8319
    @gorannilsson8319 4 дня назад

    Thanks for sharing this, I will not go by that train, in spain. I prefer flyging, even to Sockholm since SJ is more slower then ever! >3.5h!

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 4 дня назад

      If I can pick a train at a decent price, I typically will. Btw, my most recent SJ X2000 trip will be published in a few weeks. It was not great.

  • @SabaAhmed-z8p
    @SabaAhmed-z8p 5 дней назад

    Does Turkish Airlines serve gluten-free food?

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 5 дней назад

      I haven't tried it myself. But they are known for great food, and I'm sure you can request gluten-free as a special meal.

  • @jamesprice4647
    @jamesprice4647 5 дней назад

    I found the seats very uncomfortable - I prefer BA and American Airlines.

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 5 дней назад

      I've had good experiences on AA in the past. Would love to try their product!

  • @sharonpapkin8574
    @sharonpapkin8574 6 дней назад

    Hey Markus, I visited your amazing country on Christmas Zurich and Basel are so beautiful I think that the best meels in train is in the OBB service

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 6 дней назад

      Great to hear that you enjoyed ÖBB! The last time I tried them the experience was not great. But I want to travel with them again.

  • @j2simpso
    @j2simpso 7 дней назад

    Markus: “I think this is the saddest first class meal I’ve heard had on a train.” Me: “You’ve clearly never taken a train in Britain!”

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 7 дней назад

      Now that is an excellent point! 😃

  • @patcunningham43
    @patcunningham43 7 дней назад

    Utter rubbish A very good value experience for those without stupid pretensions

  • @lucyrobertson7363
    @lucyrobertson7363 8 дней назад

    Try the Signature experience so you’re not on a ferry but a cruise.

  • @johanstoffels2250
    @johanstoffels2250 8 дней назад

    Nice video again! So relaxing to watch the reviews you do.❤

  • @johanstoffels2250
    @johanstoffels2250 8 дней назад

    Great video! I travelled on AVE trains in Spain in First class. And all ( yes all i met) Renfe staff where uninterested, unfriendly and unhelpfull. The hard product is fine.😮 The food was also low quality especially this lunchbox like you had.

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 8 дней назад

      Renfe should consider investing in some staff training. I also saw a few of them reading a book on the job, for example at the lounge. That struck me as odd.

  • @martynlucas2691
    @martynlucas2691 10 дней назад

    I understand the cafe items are no longer included, and you have to pay for all items.

  • @JamesDickerson-x4x
    @JamesDickerson-x4x 10 дней назад

    Total lie!!!!! we are from the US and took the round trip cruise it was one of the best most memorable cruises we ever took... the staff on board was wonderful this is an expedition ship with about 250 people not luxury cruise line with 2500 to 5000 people.... Food was wonderful and met wonderful people from many countries. Room was great and so were the excursions. Also you are wrong about the info for the northern lights... must not have ask... they has a tv screen on the decks to show round the clock the rotation of the magnetic field and if you leave the speaker on in your room they will alert you no matter what time of day or night they can be seen, oh and by the way we were on the same ship so take the whole cruise before you review the whole trip!!!!!!

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 9 дней назад

      Great to hear you enjoyed your trip!

  • @steveandjeanlahue5009
    @steveandjeanlahue5009 10 дней назад

    Where do you put your larger than carry on luggage?

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 9 дней назад

      They have luggage racks, but I didn't include it in the video. At least in first class there's enough space.

  • @Patrick-on2ty
    @Patrick-on2ty 12 дней назад

    haha, man hätte schon vorher jeden Zug nach Mannheim nehmen können, dort dann EC oder ICE. Züge durch den Pott oder via Frankfurt Horror😅 immer ist was, daher entspannen ....Zug nach Mannheim oder noch besser Basel SBB !!! aber lustig das ein Ami jammert, Amtrex ist ja so pünktlich 😂

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 12 дней назад

      Did you just call me American? :) I'm Swedish and live in Switzerland! The latter has some pretty good trains!

    • @Patrick-on2ty
      @Patrick-on2ty 12 дней назад

      @MarkusTravels Excuse, chran i ja so mit dir schribä ✌️

  • @_Tripsandtips101
    @_Tripsandtips101 12 дней назад

    En bra sak med hoteller i Norden (utanför Denmark) är frukost nästan alltid ingår i rumpriset. Baserad på den här videon, överväger jag igen att resa till Gothenburg. Men kan man använda normala lokaltraffikbiljetter för färjor för att resa till flodens andra sida?

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 12 дней назад

      Ja, vanliga Västtrafikbiljetter funkar på färjorna. En av dem är till och med gratis! Den mellan Stenpiren och Lindholmspiren, väldigt nära hotellet.

  • @justhath
    @justhath 13 дней назад

    When I travel internationally , I always check the aircraft type and its seating configuration. If it’s not to my liking , I don’t book on that airline.

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 13 дней назад

      That's a good practice. I was on an award booking, so I had less flexibility.

    • @justhath
      @justhath 13 дней назад

      @ I’ve been the victim of award travel also! lol.

  • @thenorseviking
    @thenorseviking 14 дней назад

    You're just a hater, nothing else!!

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 14 дней назад

      Thank you for that valuable feedback Mr. Viking!

  • @artistinlederhosen
    @artistinlederhosen 16 дней назад

    wow, so many snarky and unkind comments here. i found your video helpful and informative especially since i wanted to compare hurtigruten with havilla for a future trip. i agree, havilla looks to be a better option. thank you and ignore all the haters.

  • @_Tripsandtips101
    @_Tripsandtips101 16 дней назад

    Finns det en skillnad mellan Senator- och Business-lounger om innehåll? Det är otur att personaler ville stoppa dig från att spela in upplevelsen.

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 14 дней назад

      Jag minns inte hur det är i Frankfurt. Men I Zurich vid E-gates är en viktig skillnad at Senator Lounge har en whiskybar med 200 whiskies. Det finns inte i business-loungen.

  • @OliverStJohnGogarty
    @OliverStJohnGogarty 18 дней назад

    A family member booked this trip, and while preparing for the trip, I ran across this video. I really hoped it was off the mark, but having just returned from the trip, I can say the criticism was spot on. For the people who say "it's a ferry, not a cruise" (in fact this is Hurtigruten's own line), I would say that is EXACTLY the issue. The ship stops for under an hour in most ports. For the major towns we would have been interested, the ship stopped after midnight (Tromso), or in the early hours of the morning, where nothing is open. When the ship is running late, they will cancel excursions (no refund, only onboard credit) or cancel stops all together. So you will actually see very little of Norway on this trip. So given all that, you would hope the on-board experience would be excellent. It is not. The cabins are cramped and uncomfortable. The food is so-so. Everything is staggeringly expensive. Use it to get from point to point? Sure, you are working with the purpose of the route. Sleep on board? No. There are simply much better ways to travel.

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 17 дней назад

      Thanks for sharing your experience! With such a pretty coastline, there's nothing wrong with seeing Norway from the sea. But if you want to see it from the ground, there are indeed better options.

    • @OliverStJohnGogarty
      @OliverStJohnGogarty 17 дней назад

      @@MarkusTravels When it's January and stormy there isn't much to see of the coastline 😢

  • @thorthor2988
    @thorthor2988 19 дней назад

    Jeder der über 1.80m gross ist sollte die Premium Economy meiden. Ich bin noch nie so schlecht gesessen. Die Sitze mit erhöhter Beinfreiheit in der Economy sind da die bessere Wahl.

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 19 дней назад

      That's good advice. I'm not that tall, so I had a good experience.

  • @Worldtimes1
    @Worldtimes1 20 дней назад

    Next time start the review with showinng the room first whats included etc, then show the breakfest

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 19 дней назад

      Interesting feedback. The idea behind was to show the positive parts first, then the points for improvement.

  • @Worldtimes1
    @Worldtimes1 20 дней назад

    Great review Markus keep going!

  • @gorannilsson8319
    @gorannilsson8319 20 дней назад

    Thanks Markus for promoting Göteborg in a very positive way! Personally, I not a Strawberry fan, eg Clarion for example, due to I collect nights at Scandic and do prefer their hotels in Scandinavia. I live in Eriksberg, 1 km west from Karlatornet/Lindholmen and I do agree with you. Stay in central/downtown GBG if not here for business at Lindholmen. The main reason for hotel here is that many Chinese & Indian people come here for work at Geely and their companies, eg Volvo Cars, etc. A fantastic way for tourist to visit Lindholmen/Eriksberg is to use the ticket free (green flag) ferry to/from Stenpiren-Lindholmen and take walk along the river to the gantry crane at Eriksberg. Many nice small restaurants and coffe bars are here. Next time in GBG give me a notice and we might have lunch (Wed-Fri) at THE very best restaurant I town - Human. I you are a kind of a foodie you will be very pleased!

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 20 дней назад

      I like it on the north side of the river. I think this was the fourth time I've stayed in Lindholmen. And I have recorded a full video about the ferries, but haven't produced it yet.

  • @pietrosarcinelli8922
    @pietrosarcinelli8922 20 дней назад

    Is coffee on board included in the package?

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 20 дней назад

      Yes, coffee is included. They have the self-service machines in that lounge area, and I think you can also get it at the coffee shop if you have the package. Coffee is very important in the Nordic countries!

  • @qwerty-1973
    @qwerty-1973 21 день назад

    I've taken many Hurtigruten cruises and in every way that you can imagine they have the best ships and service I've experienced. Something is Really Wrong with this Man. Also, everyone I know who has cruised with Hurtigruten also agrees that Hurtigruten is the BEST! Life does not get better than on a Hurtigruten ship! Everything is terrific with Hurtigruten. The service is amazing and they book your flights and airport to ship transport.

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 20 дней назад

      Have you tried the other company operating the route?

  • @ruthhogg6423
    @ruthhogg6423 21 день назад

    It’s not a cruise, it’s a voyage. They tell you this often enough, please get it right.

  • @andreaguadalajara2351
    @andreaguadalajara2351 21 день назад

    Hey Markus, I really want to thank u, we paid less than the half with your tip to book on the Norwegian page!

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 21 день назад

      I am very happy to hear this. Well done! And thanks for watching!

  • @MrWennerstrom
    @MrWennerstrom 21 день назад

    People sleep on breakfast amenities at hotels. I stayed at a hotel on Södermalm a few years ago. It was very hipsterish. Anyway, while breakfast was technically included in the price, the seating was 100% occupied for the entire duration.

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 21 день назад

      Ah, that sounds like a hotel that either needs a booking system, or more space!

    • @MrWennerstrom
      @MrWennerstrom 21 день назад

      @ It sounds like it needs to give me my money back with interest.

  • @sjb723
    @sjb723 22 дня назад

    Regarding immigration at O'Hare - it's horrific! ORD is my home base and even with Global Entry, it takes waaaaaaaaaay toooooooo long! Flight arrivals aren't a surprise, so why aren't more lanes staffed? A few summers ago, when luggage went missing, customs at ORD was up to 4 hours! As I waited for my suitcase, I saw many luggage claim areas with flights of luggage that either went around and around OR were piled up in that area. Earlier this month, Global Entry took about 1/2 hour to make it to the nano second check. REALLY ORD?

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 21 день назад

      They should be able to do a whole lot better indeed!

  • @allencar5212
    @allencar5212 22 дня назад

    Thank you an informative video. Your observations and comments match what I hope to be true because we will be taking the Capella from Bergen to Kirkenes in Sept. 2025. I did find some differences in the booking experience than you. First, I found that when I used a VPN server located in Oslo and priced the cruise in NOK (using my VISA exchange rate); the cruise was ~$400 less expensive than without the VPN and priced in Dollars. I also fould it irritating that on just a Northbound voyage, we could not select even the deck of the Seaview Superior Double cabin nor able to ask for a cabin near midship (on a round trip the cabin # selection is available). I understand that round trip should be given priority but not being able to select anything about the cabin location was irritating almost to the point that we were not going to make the reservation. Our trip will also include 8 days exploring the fjords and waterfalls in the area between Bergen, Flam and south east of Bergen. Then we hope to see Auroras in the 6 nights we spend around Ivalo Finland; finishing up with severals days in Oslo.

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 21 день назад

      That sounds like a wonderful trip. Have fun!

  • @jasandroidphone3820
    @jasandroidphone3820 22 дня назад

    Thanks for your video , where do the passengers keep thier luggage ?

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 20 дней назад

      They have luggage storage at the end of the car, but I forgot to film it.

    • @jasandroidphone3820
      @jasandroidphone3820 19 дней назад

      @@MarkusTravels Thank You for the info

  • @jincanwang7394
    @jincanwang7394 23 дня назад

    Due to Chinese APP "Red Book", almost all Chinese tourists have known about the different price between Norwegian and others. The difference on my travel is Norwegian $1250 vs US $5000, 1:4. However, American are too rich and weak on math, so I totally agree with imposing an IQ tax on them. 🤣🤣

  • @JeffVanDerford
    @JeffVanDerford 23 дня назад

    Very informative, but you might want to think about shaving before you film. Alternatively, don't mug so much for the camera; you aren't that good looking. Sorry 'bout that.

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 23 дня назад

      Such a great comment! Thank you Jeff!

  • @Kwan-i5l
    @Kwan-i5l 23 дня назад

    Thanks

  • @annmcg9781
    @annmcg9781 24 дня назад

    We’ll be on this same ship in a month going from Bergen to Kirkenes. Thanks for this great review. Looking forward to this more than ever now.

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 24 дня назад

      I hope you will love the views and the food!

  • @clausskjdt3414
    @clausskjdt3414 25 дней назад

    WOW, that must be creating drama for sake of drama, just for clicks on your channel. And poor you having to talk to an actual person LOL, what a pathetic review.

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 24 дня назад

      Yes, check-in machines are much better.

  • @billyslide7645
    @billyslide7645 26 дней назад

    I love Hurtigruten. I’m very sad you had a bad trip

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 26 дней назад

      I had a much better experience on the return journey: ruclips.net/video/KqIEzPfO4Qk/видео.html

    • @billyslide7645
      @billyslide7645 25 дней назад

      @MarkusTravels thank you

  • @Alex-iw1yn
    @Alex-iw1yn 28 дней назад

    get that nasty wart off

  • @zeevfragachan3215
    @zeevfragachan3215 29 дней назад

    Flying Zurich to Miami on the worst airline ever, I can't believe I paid all this money for this, they truly believe someone can be on a plane like this...travel business for the first and definitely last time on this travesty of airline, no food, no water, no drinks on a 10 hours business class fly. Pathetic. I fly with my kids and they have to endure the most racist behavior from the fly attendants.

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 29 дней назад

      Sorry to hear you had a bad experience. Usually the crew on Swiss are very nice!

  • @DearOli
    @DearOli Месяц назад

    I was creating my itinerary on the StarAlliance website. I needed inspiration for the destination. Opened youtube and found your video. Went back to the StarAlliance tab and closed it. I'm in Geneva, an ex-airliner for more than 15 years and I'm not surprised as Travel agencies themselve, who get incentives from airlines to promote this product are having similar issue when issuing the ticket and pricing it. It's a total nightmare... (curious to know if LH answered since...a year and a half later)

  • @DavidChapmanAZ
    @DavidChapmanAZ Месяц назад

    Surprised to hear you describe Gare du Nord as 'crime infested' - given that it is the Eurostar terminus and also departure point to CDG

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels 29 дней назад

      I'm pretty sure there were signs everywhere warning of pickpockets. Btw, do you agree that it's overcrowded at least?

  • @MrGrizzly1954
    @MrGrizzly1954 Месяц назад

    hm, the video starts with a wrong information, i.e. that the trip Bergen - Kirkenes - Bergen would be two weeks. In fact, it is 11 days, and it's NOT 7 days to Kirkenes either, but 5 1/2 days. So much for that. Maybe that tells you something about the accuracy of the rest of the video ... he goes on ssayig postive things about his cabin, the food and so son ... but then complains about the price .... what an awkward littel film.

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels Месяц назад

      I'm glad you liked the video! Thanks for watching!

  • @gorannilsson8319
    @gorannilsson8319 Месяц назад

    Thanks for a nice video

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels Месяц назад

      Thanks for watching, Göran! Always appreciated!

  • @dral9971
    @dral9971 Месяц назад

    My experience is the opposite. And I have flown that route many times.

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels Месяц назад

      Great! I've also had some better experiences on this product.

  • @hejbjarne
    @hejbjarne Месяц назад

    What were the frist 3 digits of your ticket number? 220 would be a Lufthansa ticket.

    • @MarkusTravels
      @MarkusTravels Месяц назад

      I can't find that info now, but yes, it was a LH ticket.