My son and his wife stayed at the Balmoral Hotel when they flew home from the Czech republic for his graduation at Napier University. I went to meet them on graduation day and he came downstairs in his cap and gown just at the same moment Patrick Stewart came through from the breakfast room, saw him and said "Congratulations young man". My daughter in law asked if he would mind having a photo taken with my son and he was so gracious. He was there for the 80th birthday of his friend Sean Connery alias James Bond!!
Wow!!! That was exciting! I once met Michael Caine at the Malta Hilton as a child. I was playing with a new girlfriend while on vacation (we lived in Libya at the time). She kept calling him “Uncle Mike,” but when my parents met him they told me he was really a famous film star! Uncle Mike was very gracious and told my dad (an engineer in the oil biz) that it was my dad’s career that was truly “glamorous.” My dad never forgot the kind words!! 😊
In 1970 my dad took us all on the night sleeper from London to Edinburgh. We each had our own compartment and it was a “doll house” experience. Old fashioned and charming,this has brought it all back. THANKS
Hope that Philip gets well soon. So unfortunate to be ill on such a trip. Congratulations to Nick and Marie. Stephanie you are a star to share this amazing adventure with us, thank you!
Seeing that Nick provided Stephanie with this trip of a lifetime, he certainly got his moneys worth with Stephanie's genuine joie de vivre, nobody ! does it better or with more pure joy. So glad to see Stephanie is not restricting what she eats either, that would be tragic, there's a time and a place for such things, this isn't it
What a fantastic train & trip. The accommodations, food, stops. If I win a lottery, I’ll do the train trip too. Looks awesome. I love Scotland 🏴🇨🇦
Nice to see you in my hometown. My daughter was married in the Balmoral, it was an awesome day. The train is beautiful, looking forward to seeing the rest of your journey. Hope Philip feels better soon. 😊
When I was 8 years old my parents and I took the Flying Scotsman or the Royal Scotsman (I was little so I don't remember!) from London to Edinburgh. We sat in a day cabin with a charming Englishman who was a member of Parliament. I remember he sent us a lovely Christmas card to our home in Los Angeles. About a year later we saw in the news that he was a Soviet spy who had defected to the USSR!
Oh my, how fascinating! There were quite a few Russian spies in high circles in Britain. Probably still are. Amazing how well they kept up their front until they defected.
Scotland the brave! Today was our Kirkin' of the Tartans which ended with a fabulous Scottish feast. Thrilling trip for you. Yes, Balmoral Hotel is the best place for a drink by the fireplace.
I remember travelling up to Aberdeen Scotland on the overnight sleeper train. My father was in the RAF and we were moving to live there for 4 years. I remember it being such a huge adventure. Throwing pennies over the Firth of Forth bridge as we rumbled over it and my brother and sisters all having to make a wish as we did this. I hope you all have a wonderful Scottish holiday xx
True about the pennies there must be a few kilos of pennies at the bottom of the Firth of Forth by now , it probably was about 75 years ago when i threw my first one over the bridge .
Hi Stephanie, For the first time since watching your channel from the very first one I can say I am truly jealous of the of this long awaited trip. I think we'll move this one closer to the top of our bucket list since it will now be this instead of the Orient Express. Enjoy! Mark & Scott
Philip, I so feel for you, not being well on a much anticipated holiday is such a bummer. You were so kind to Anita and I when she could barely walk to the car when we visited last month, so much empathy in your eyes. We will never forget all of you for helping us that day. I send you lots of positive wishes that your cold disappears quickly and you continue your holiday in great health! ( or use your great acting skills to pretend you are ok) anita was really good at that ! Lots of love from canada❤
I was lucky enough to tour up the West of Scotland and then over the top( no sence of direction). It was this time of year exactly, we had sunshine everyday, we thought we'd get rain. The people were absolutely charming and so friendly. The food was great and the scenery, no words, stunning. Have a wonderful journey. Theres very little i get envious of, but i am most envious of you all. I do hope your husband/partner(sorry only found you today) is recovered. Have fun, stay safe🤗
What an amazing train, thank you for taking us along. Just viewing is spectacular. Lovely to see Marie and Nick, love your hair Marie. Sorry Philip unwell,hope he soon recovers to enjoy this wonderful journey with the rest of you.
That lovely bathroom wallpaper is a Morris & co print - I believe it’s called ‘The Brook’. In Canada, a company has licensed the pattern and renamed it ‘wightwick’; you can find here it on paper napkins and cork-backed placemats ✨
OH MY GOSH!!! The intro shot of Scotland was amazing and that train is incredible!!! Well worth the 5 year wait!! I so hope Philip is feeling great now!! So lovely to see Marie and parts of Nick with you. Thanks for sharing - keep enjoying. Love from Mary in Southern California 💗
The accommodation is far better than the orient express, which we traveled on 5 years ago London to Venice .We had bunks, that were set up after we left the cabin for our dining experience. No toilet or shower in the cabin, however there were toilet facilities up the corridor, this toilet was massive larger than our cabin. Your journey looks marvellous
We were visiting Scotland in early November 2023. The whole city of Edinburgh was coughing and of course, we picked up COVID and my husband had to rest every night. Hope Phillip improves quickly. It was a beautiful time of year to be in Scotland.
Merciiiii beaucoup Stéphanie pour le partage de ce merveilleux voyage!!! Hope Mr Philip will be soon better...! SInce 2 days ,"youtube" is in French for me, wonderful...but the only thing:the Joy of your voice miss me, at 6:30 am 😅 Your voice, is absolutely a Ray of light for the day..for me🙏😊 The french Lady you met at Chambord brocante🙏⚘️ King regards, and the best for you both💞✨️
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I was born in Fife 70 plus years ago althoughI have lived in Australia for the last 35 years. I was so lovely to see the beginning of your journey. Uni in Edinburgh in the seventies. Just so nostalgic . Thank you.
I admire Philip for taking the time to rest rather than attending dinner since he wasn’t feeling well. Often rest is the best medicine. I hope you recover quickly, Phillip.
What a beautiful train. My Dad was an Engineer on the Northern Pacific Railroad for 34 years. So I have a love of trains. Your train is so beautiful, with all the wood and tweed. And wow, on the food. I hope Phillip is feeling better by tomorrow. He missed out of a yummy dinner.
My mother in law was born north of Edinborou0gh on Burnt Island. I love how the unrecognizable Nick always hides his face. So mysterious. I've heard of the Flying Scotsman and it is so beautiful inside with first class services.
Happy 6th Anniversary Marie/Nic🎉 This is so wonderful/grand, really excited and whatever is vlogged will be great! Land is simply beauty. Get well Philip, thanks Stephanie
How delightful it was for you to share your starter journey with us in this epic adventure of Scotland. Hope Philip gets well soon and he has a wonderful trip ahead as well as you will certainly seem to be enjoying it with Marie and the elusive Mark.
I was very lucky to be gifted a trip on the British Pulman to Bath last month. It was amazing, but this looks very special. This will be on my bucket list but I could be waiting a long time as the cost is eye watering!
My son and his wife stayed at the Balmoral Hotel when they flew home from the Czech republic for his graduation at Napier University. I went to meet them on graduation day and he came downstairs in his cap and gown just at the same moment Patrick Stewart came through from the breakfast room, saw him and said "Congratulations young man". My daughter in law asked if he would mind having a photo taken with my son and he was so gracious. He was there for the 80th birthday of his friend Sean Connery alias James Bond!!
Wonderful.
Wow!!! That was exciting! I once met Michael Caine at the Malta Hilton as a child. I was playing with a new girlfriend while on vacation (we lived in Libya at the time). She kept calling him “Uncle Mike,” but when my parents met him they told me he was really a famous film star! Uncle Mike was very gracious and told my dad (an engineer in the oil biz) that it was my dad’s career that was truly “glamorous.” My dad never forgot the kind words!! 😊
what a great story!
What a great story!!!
100th Like and Wow, what a cool story!
Thank you so much for taking the time to film this holiday. For those of us that can't ever experience this trip, it is such a treat.
Oh no poor Philllip i hope he feels better very soon, what a shame to miss out. Beautiful train.
Beautiful trip so far. Hope Philip gets better quick so he doesn't miss anything. Marie looks great! (I'm sure Nick does too lol)
What a surprisingly beautiful train journey!
I am incredibly grateful that I can travel the world through you!
In 1970 my dad took us all on the night sleeper from London to Edinburgh. We each had our own compartment and it was a “doll house” experience. Old fashioned and charming,this has brought it all back. THANKS
I'm sorry for Philip! Get well soon!
Oh goodness a train journey on the royal scotsman would be my dream vacation. Thank you so much for bringing us along 💕
Poor Philip missing such a lovely first night meal. I do hope he recovers quickly and can enjoy the rest of the journey.
Vacations are made for eating, enjoy good food and good company Stephanie.
Hope that Philip gets well soon. So unfortunate to be ill on such a trip. Congratulations to Nick and Marie. Stephanie you are a star to share this amazing adventure with us, thank you!
Thank you for taking us with you! What an adventure! Hopefully Philip gets better quickly 🙏🏽
Seeing that Nick provided Stephanie with this trip of a lifetime, he certainly got his moneys worth with Stephanie's genuine joie de vivre, nobody ! does it better or with more pure joy.
So glad to see Stephanie is not restricting what she eats either, that would be tragic, there's a time and a place for such things, this isn't it
What a fantastic train & trip. The accommodations, food, stops. If I win a lottery, I’ll do the train trip too. Looks awesome. I love Scotland 🏴🇨🇦
The train looks so charming 🚂 Thanks for sharing your holiday.
Sorry that Phillip isn’t feeling well 🤧
Fantastic holiday …hope Phillip gets better so that he can enjoy the holiday…enjoy🇦🇺🇦🇺
Nice to see you in my hometown. My daughter was married in the Balmoral, it was an awesome day. The train is beautiful, looking forward to seeing the rest of your journey. Hope Philip feels better soon. 😊
Poor Phillip, and I thought that he looked very tiered when you embarked on your beautiful train. I hope that he can enjoy the rest of the trip. xxx
Stephanie beautiful train you must enjoy it
That Hot Toddy should set Philip right as rain. What a dream. Happy Anniversary Nic & Marie!!
If that was the 'downstairs loo' on the train, I'd love to have seen what the main bathroom upstairs looked like! 😆
When I was 8 years old my parents and I took the Flying Scotsman or the Royal Scotsman (I was little so I don't remember!) from London to Edinburgh. We sat in a day cabin with a charming Englishman who was a member of Parliament. I remember he sent us a lovely Christmas card to our home in Los Angeles. About a year later we saw in the news that he was a Soviet spy who had defected to the USSR!
Oh my, how fascinating! There were quite a few Russian spies in high circles in Britain. Probably still are. Amazing how well they kept up their front until they defected.
Wow! Now that is a story!!!!
Scotland the brave! Today was our Kirkin' of the Tartans which ended with a fabulous Scottish feast. Thrilling trip for you. Yes, Balmoral Hotel is the best place for a drink by the fireplace.
Philip, get well soon, such a pity to miss the fun of this long awaited trip!❤🤗
I remember travelling up to Aberdeen Scotland on the overnight sleeper train. My father was in the RAF and we were moving to live there for 4 years. I remember it being such a huge adventure. Throwing pennies over the Firth of Forth bridge as we rumbled over it and my brother and sisters all having to make a wish as we did this. I hope you all have a wonderful Scottish holiday xx
True about the pennies there must be a few kilos of pennies at the bottom of the Firth of Forth by now , it probably was about 75 years ago when i threw my first one over the bridge .
Hi Stephanie, For the first time since watching your channel from the very first one I can say I am truly jealous of the of this long awaited trip. I think we'll move this one closer to the top of our bucket list since it will now be this instead of the Orient Express. Enjoy! Mark & Scott
Feel better Philip!
I’m just over the water in the city of Dunfermline Fife, worth a visit to the Abbey & Palace 😍
Adding The Royal Scotsman to my bucket list !!! 😍
Thank you for sharing your holiday with us. Such a beautiful train ride 😍😘
Philip, I so feel for you, not being well on a much anticipated holiday is such a bummer. You were so kind to Anita and I when she could barely walk to the car when we visited last month, so much empathy in your eyes. We will never forget all of you for helping us that day. I send you lots of positive wishes that your cold disappears quickly and you continue your holiday in great health! ( or use your great acting skills to pretend you are ok) anita was really good at that !
Lots of love from canada❤
I imagine Philip being exactly as you described him!!!! And Stephanie, she is the same! And Isabelle! Incredibly beautiful souls!❤
Wow, what an experience, one of my wish lists! So exciting.
Have a wonderful time.
Xx
I was lucky enough to tour up the West of Scotland and then over the top( no sence of direction). It was this time of year exactly, we had sunshine everyday, we thought we'd get rain. The people were absolutely charming and so friendly. The food was great and the scenery, no words, stunning. Have a wonderful journey. Theres very little i get envious of, but i am most envious of you all. I do hope your husband/partner(sorry only found you today) is recovered. Have fun, stay safe🤗
They are engaged
What an amazing train, thank you for taking us along. Just viewing is spectacular. Lovely to see Marie and Nick, love your hair Marie. Sorry Philip unwell,hope he soon recovers to enjoy this wonderful journey with the rest of you.
That lovely bathroom wallpaper is a Morris & co print - I believe it’s called ‘The Brook’. In Canada, a company has licensed the pattern and renamed it ‘wightwick’; you can find here it on paper napkins and cork-backed placemats ✨
OH MY GOSH!!! The intro shot of Scotland was amazing and that train is incredible!!! Well worth the 5 year wait!!
I so hope Philip is feeling great now!! So lovely to see Marie and parts of Nick with you.
Thanks for sharing - keep enjoying.
Love from Mary in Southern California 💗
I literally teared up listening to the piper leading you to the train.
Oh the pipes give me goosebumps ❤
Perfection. Hope Phillip feels better.
What a fabulous treat. Poor Philip missing dinner. Get well soon. the hot toddy should help.🙏⭐⭐
Welcome to bonnie Scotland 🏴 I hope you have a wonderful time. Happy Anniversary to Nick and Marie and I hope Phillip is feeling better soon ❤️😀
Wow! what a treat for us to share your wonderful experience...thank you so much..I hope Philip is feeling better❤
What a treat this is to actually travel with you all on this fantastic journey. So sorry to hear that Philip isn't feeling well. God bless.
I believe I need to book a trip on the Royal Scotsman!
Thank you Stephanie , yet again , I love this for you.. thank you for sharing ❤❤❤
Wow!! Have never been able to travel..so absolutely thrilled that you are " taking me" with you on this lovely trip! Thank you!😊
How smart are you Stephanie… small dresses at the beginning of the trip and the large ones toward the end of the trip. So smart.
Yep, I just came off of a cruise and did this exact thing. It was my best idea! LOL!!!
The accommodation is far better than the orient express, which we traveled on 5 years ago London to Venice .We had bunks, that were set up after we left the cabin for our dining experience. No toilet or shower in the cabin, however there were toilet facilities up the corridor, this toilet was massive larger than our cabin. Your journey looks marvellous
But that's not the only accommodation option on the Orient Express.
Beautiful! Next time you are in South Africa, do a trip on Rovos Rail, it is an incredible experience as well.
I’m so glad you brought us along. What an amazing train.
We were visiting Scotland in early November 2023. The whole city of Edinburgh was coughing and of course, we picked up COVID and my husband had to rest every night. Hope Phillip improves quickly. It was a beautiful time of year to be in Scotland.
This was so exciting and Stephanie you looked beautiful. The Royal Scotsman is a must! Wish Phillip a speedy recovery.
Merciiiii beaucoup Stéphanie pour le partage de ce merveilleux voyage!!!
Hope Mr Philip will be soon better...!
SInce 2 days ,"youtube" is in French for me, wonderful...but the only thing:the Joy of your voice miss me, at 6:30 am 😅
Your voice, is absolutely a Ray of light for the day..for me🙏😊
The french Lady you met at Chambord brocante🙏⚘️
King regards, and the best for you both💞✨️
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Poor Philip, nothing worse than being ill on holiday! Pray he feels better tomorrow!
You’ve beaten Channel 4 to it Stephanie - their series on ‘The Royal Scotsman’ starts next Sunday!
Just wow!❤
Great video Stephanie,how do you make traveling so informative.
Well done!
beautiful train.❤
love the music 🎶 🎵
five years and he sick. he must be really ill to miss out on this. hope he feeling better tomorrow. have fun.
Oh my goodness! The wallpaper in that little bathroom is so fantastic!
You're a blessing Stephanie. Rest up Phillip. Enjoy the trip. Hello Marie and Nick.
Merveilleux !!!!!!! Merci !!! que de belles idées déco aussi !
🌺🌺🌺
Thank you so much for sharing your adventures. I’m living vicariously through you ♥️
I was born in Fife 70 plus years ago althoughI have lived in Australia for the last 35 years. I was so lovely to see the beginning of your journey. Uni in Edinburgh in the seventies.
Just so nostalgic . Thank you.
Oh my goodness - this was fun! Thanks for taking us along…
I am wishing Philip a speedy recovery. Thank you Stefanie for taking us along on this fantastic discovery.
What a gorgeously appointed train you are living the dream. I am going to enjoy it all this week! Happy anniversary Marie and Nic.
Looks like fun, take care of Phillip, he is such a delicate flower.
You are one lucky girl!! The Royal Scotsman - it looks fantastic and a real promo for this wonderful train. (We have it in Hornby 00). 🚂
Loving this! Feel better Philip.
I hope you feel better Philip
What a lovely train and scenery. Feel better Philip.
The train is stunning. I hope that Philip can enjoy it soon.
I admire Philip for taking the time to rest rather than attending dinner since he wasn’t feeling well. Often rest is the best medicine. I hope you recover quickly, Phillip.
Fabulous! Worth the wait! Enjoyed from Texas!
Chris and I are dreaming of riding that train one day!!! Thanks so much for sharing it all with us!!
Fab vlog, SO interesting. Get better quickly Philip ❤
I love Edinburgh.. and everything about the beautiful countryside and Scots. (yep, Scots ancestory :) ) Thanks for taking us on this beautiful train!
Thank you for doing these videos! I want to go to Scotland now! Feel better Philip!
Oh what a beautiful train! Someday I hope to go on this. Thankyou for sharing and hope Phillip makes a quick recovery!
Thank you good people from a land far far away. Your vlog is keeping depression away. Thanks again from America🥰
I hope Phillip stays in the cabin to recuperate & to elevate any contamination to others. The trip thus far looks fantastic!
The new scarf (“Daddy’s Scarf”) looks beautiful on you! And love the Tartan dress-nice touch! 😊
Feel better soon Philip 💙
Feel better Philip. Congrats, Marie & Nick🎉 Day 1 : superb.🏴🚂🫖🥃🥂
What a beautiful train. My Dad was an Engineer on the Northern Pacific Railroad for 34 years. So I have a love of trains. Your train is so beautiful, with all the wood and tweed. And wow, on the food. I hope Phillip is feeling better by tomorrow. He missed out of a yummy dinner.
What a beautiful train, thanks for bring us along. Hope Philip feels better soon.
That train is just fantastic! I would very much like to be a guest onboard it sometime!
So Wonderful!
Stephanie is such a sweet, sweet lady, taking care of Philip!
My mother in law was born north of Edinborou0gh on Burnt Island. I love how the unrecognizable Nick always hides his face. So mysterious. I've heard of the Flying Scotsman and it is so beautiful inside with first class services.
Burntisland ain't north of Edinburgh it's in Fife on the North Shore of the Firth of Forth, I should know I am from Fife, Rosyth to be exact
@@michaelkirk1198 thank you for correcting me. I do remember saying the Firth of Forth. My directions are obviously off. Again thank you.
Happy 6th Anniversary Marie/Nic🎉 This is so wonderful/grand, really excited and whatever is vlogged will be great! Land is simply beauty. Get well Philip, thanks Stephanie
Thank you for sharing your trip
Thank you for sharing this wonderful adventure. The train is amazing. So sorry Phillip is not well - Get better soon. ❤️
How delightful it was for you to share your starter journey with us in this epic adventure of Scotland. Hope Philip gets well soon and he has a wonderful trip ahead as well as you will certainly seem to be enjoying it with Marie and the elusive Mark.
I hope Philip feels better soon. Thank you for taking us along on this journey with you. I view looks gorgeous.
I was very lucky to be gifted a trip on the British Pulman to Bath last month. It was amazing, but this looks very special. This will be on my bucket list but I could be waiting a long time as the cost is eye watering!
So nice to 'see' Nick and Marie again! Marie's lovely face xx
So sorry Philip is not well. It all looks amazing Enjoy
Yes it gets dark around 5pm. Pacific time. Love your adventures 🎉🎉🎉