A dozen or more years ago, I caught the train to Canberra. My wife and our young son had driven down a couple of days earlier but I had some work to attend to. While I could have flown, I thought I'd give the train a try. That one trip was enough to say never again. While the train was comfortable and pretty punctual, the reasonably short journey just took forever. An equivalent journey in Europe would have been about half the time.
@PlanetPatrick5 күн бұрын
Yes, I think that’s right - this was by far the slowest way to get to Sydney where in the UK or Germany, the train is (mostly) the fastest method over 1-2 hour routes.
@RohitSharma-sy3be8 күн бұрын
Hey sr can you tell me is it possible for international student to stay and work in monteal and study in ottawa algonquin college
@PlanetPatrick8 күн бұрын
I cannot. This is a train review, not a Canadian visa service.
@dwysan10 күн бұрын
I've been to Dubrovnik twice in October and September and I love it but there is a reason why the hotels keep a list at reception of when the cruise ships are landing - it's because they make Old Town a living hell hole! Any other day you can see one end of Stradun from the other and it's lovely. If I go on a Virgin Voyage I'll be hoping on the bus to Lapad beach instead.
@PlanetPatrick9 күн бұрын
Very smart alternative! I’ve been lucky enough to visit Dubrovnik outside of the cruise season and had no such issues.
@tnn-wf2sf11 күн бұрын
I am a young man from Iraq and I would like to volunteer in Britain for free in exchange for teaching me the English language only
@PlanetPatrick10 күн бұрын
I’m not from the UK and cannot advise you - sorry. But I suspect this is not an option for you without the appropriate visa.
@Outback_Bush_Pilot11 күн бұрын
Great video man keep the good work up
@PlanetPatrick11 күн бұрын
Thanks mate
@jantyler744112 күн бұрын
Great review, thanks. Do you remember if there was enough room to take a large suitcase on board and leave it at the end of the carriage (as the limit for checked bags is 20kg and ours are heavier as going on a cruise from Sydney.)
@PlanetPatrick11 күн бұрын
I'm pretty certain there was a storage area for luggage at the end of the carriage. I was only in the first class end (which I think is what you mean) and nobody showed any interest in the weight of my luggage. I certainly didn't ask anyone's opinion at the station!!
@jantyler74419 күн бұрын
Thank you
@BloodFalcon2k713 күн бұрын
I've flown with them maybe 4-5 times internationally and 4-5 times domestically. I've had a mixed experience. I've found the staff to be quite crabby and snippy on more than one occasion. But on other times (particularly the Vancouver - Narita/Osaka route) I've found the staff to be quite pleasant. Thankfully my luggage has never been lost and I've never dealt with any major delays or other issues. However, my father and mother booked business class seats together to Bahamas and they changed my father's seat randomly so now they are separated.
@PlanetPatrick12 күн бұрын
I agree that any airline can be a bit of a mixed bag - recently, AC hasn't been amazing. I recently flew in Premium Economy out of Narita myself and need to cut that video soon!
@theresemuckel13 күн бұрын
If you don't try you will never know, so 👍. Can't wait to see your next videos.
@PlanetPatrick12 күн бұрын
Very true! There's some fun stuff coming next!
@christopheradam358813 күн бұрын
All the very best with the new start in life! I admire your courage when making big decisions!
@PlanetPatrick12 күн бұрын
I think that's been an age thing for me. Just go for it!
@Sweenece13 күн бұрын
So happy to hear youre going for it! No better time, no better man!
@PlanetPatrick12 күн бұрын
It's slow going so far, but a lot more fulfilling
@plasticscouser379114 күн бұрын
Going forward when travelling in winter make sure u carry paracetamol & when ur taking it drink extra water to hand as well . Christy 🇮🇪/🇵🇹 👍
@PlanetPatrick12 күн бұрын
Thanks for the info!
@Alan-io2ew14 күн бұрын
Had to cancel our flight to U.K. ,and have not had good experience with either refund or re booking ,and since we went through a travel agent, who seems indifferent to our problem ,Air Canada won't deal with us directly.
@PlanetPatrick14 күн бұрын
Mostly, airlines like this won’t deal with you if there was a travel agent☹️
@Alan-io2ew8 күн бұрын
@@PlanetPatrick The good news is that I got it resolved by re-booking,but had to join aeroplan first,which cost me more,and now they charge to book a seat,but I guess all the airlines do that also.
@toyinadebiyi77915 күн бұрын
Air Canada is the worst slavery Airline of the World. I have decided to bring this Out because until now, our tickets have Not been returned. They are even charging us cancelation fee whereas,they denied us boarding for flimsy excuse. We booked a flight through Expedia in April 2024. I tried to get requirements on the Canadian Embassy Website, it was so complicated. Then i decided to call Air Canada directly on their customers service Line. I spoke with a staff who checked our passports and told me that we dont need to get a transit visa. Thereafter, 48h to the flight, i still went on Air Canada to do the Check-in. I was directed to get a transit visa through Sherpa. Which i bought. It was a shock to be denied boarding!. The flight staff was even so rude to ask why we chose to fly via Toronto to the USA instead of directly. I need Justice. We had to book another expensive Ticket. I have been trying to get a refund since then, No headway
@PlanetPatrick14 күн бұрын
Oh no!
@HelenPotts-gc7im15 күн бұрын
Changed our flight times at short notice which meant we were in our booked hotel room for only four hours at a cost of £240 instead of overnight with breakfast.
@PlanetPatrick14 күн бұрын
What a nightmare!
@virtualunreality832615 күн бұрын
Is it worth going through fast track security at Birmingham airport?
@PlanetPatrick15 күн бұрын
It really was very fast, so if you’re going at a peak time then yes
@virtualunreality832615 күн бұрын
@@PlanetPatrick thank you so much. We're leaving at 3pm.
@yeager91316 күн бұрын
Nice review, thank you Patrick. I really find the BA Club Europe offering very disappointing. If only they had two seats across up front and a bit more leg room (like the old days?) Then it would start to feel exclusive. Personally I like the offering from City as the legroom on the Embraer is better. But again, not worth paying the premium for Club on that. Only tend to use it when the companion voucher gives you no alternative. The new Ryanair 737 Maxes have better legroom then these tired old BA A320s (let alone the noisy nasty little A319s) - and quieter to boot. The little bit extra to sit up front on one of those is worth it.
@PlanetPatrick16 күн бұрын
Thank you for the comment. I had much better memories of BA Club Europe too. I agree, some of the more modern planes have better leg room in economy which is a bit embarrassing when such a premium is being paid in some European business class.
@yeager91316 күн бұрын
@@PlanetPatrick Indeed! I wonder if anyone at BA actually bothers to try out the competition - i.e. the new Ryanair 737 Maxes - because (any residual safety concerns to one side) it's a more enjoyable product in many ways than the A320!
@vimonrat939319 күн бұрын
Do Bangkok-Hong Kong also serve caviar?
@PlanetPatrick19 күн бұрын
Yes, it’s shown in this video
@timothydevries38320 күн бұрын
AC has been on a downward spiral for years. Their only strategy has been to lower fares. Otherwise, no one will book. Hopefully, they can sort it out somehow. Bankruptcy would help remove all the management...
@PlanetPatrick19 күн бұрын
I agree with you - it's one situation that might need a dramatic change to shake it out of this slump.
@emiratesskyJet20 күн бұрын
bruh ive research its thne 4th biggest airrport in england bruh
@PlanetPatrick20 күн бұрын
Indeed
@Islandicus20 күн бұрын
I've been following your fascinating videos from the start, Patrick. You have certainly had a varied life journey. What I have always appreciated is your sense of humour, honesty and pragmatism. You have not only visited various places but also offer your reflections. Looking forward to your next video.
@PlanetPatrick20 күн бұрын
Yes, the trajectory of my life journey has been wildly varied! The next one is the last in this short series about life as a digital nomad and let's just say, I get near to the end of my tether with the whole thing!
@raf854920 күн бұрын
Hi Patrick. Found your channel some time ago and I really enoying it.
@PlanetPatrick20 күн бұрын
Glad you enjoy it! And thanks for taking the time to comment!
@michaelbrown738921 күн бұрын
So you mean I can apply for a year the day before my 36th birthday. I can still work in Australia at 36 for one year if I applied at the age of 35??
@PlanetPatrick20 күн бұрын
If you've got super specific questions, have a look at the Australian visa website - it's genuinely very helpful.
@WanderThisWay22 күн бұрын
Super helpful - I'll be spending a few hours in this lounge in about a month and was wondering what it would be like!
@PlanetPatrick22 күн бұрын
Glad to be of service! Hope you make it for their nice breakfast 🍳
@maximmireyev422522 күн бұрын
Good job Patrick! Some really good tips
@PlanetPatrick22 күн бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@johns465123 күн бұрын
Subscribed, you seem like such a nice man, it is relaxing to watch your air travels
@PlanetPatrick23 күн бұрын
Thanks for the sub! And that's very kind of you.
@lapsangsherpa812224 күн бұрын
hey Patrick wonderful content i am also visitng algarve for a month during june and was searching for the relevant content finlly someone finally a like minded person , keep up the great work Patrick
@PlanetPatrick23 күн бұрын
Great to hear! I'm sure you'll have a good time.
@meisampeiravi646524 күн бұрын
Air Canada is the worst airline I have ever used😢😢😢 don’t fly with AirCanda
@PlanetPatrick23 күн бұрын
Sounds like you had a bad experience :(
@user-xx6cq4ub1f24 күн бұрын
Un hôtel où James ùJoyce a fréquenté dans ses grandes années de misaines. ❤
@PlanetPatrick24 күн бұрын
Yes, it was one of the settings in 'The Dead', if I remember.
@raphcam818825 күн бұрын
Great video thank you ! Clear and interesting
@PlanetPatrick25 күн бұрын
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it.
@quigers00726 күн бұрын
Hi Patrick, what was your rational behind selling the campervan?
@PlanetPatrick25 күн бұрын
A few reasons: a. I saw the market starting to fall for camper vans post-pandemic and knew if I were to keep it, I'd need to keep it long term b. This was the wrong shape/size for me - a Sprinter size would have been easier to get into towns or park closer to towns. c. Apart from France and Germany, everywhere else has become expensive to park (in a place with facilities). Add that with diesel costs, and this is no longer an inexpensive way to travel.
@metalkokorea29 күн бұрын
very cheap
@PlanetPatrick28 күн бұрын
Yes! Very reasonable
@metalkokorea29 күн бұрын
good
@PlanetPatrick28 күн бұрын
Thanks!
@olivierlajoie195Ай бұрын
Hi! what's the difference between first class and economy one? also, is there a washroom on every train? thank you
@PlanetPatrick29 күн бұрын
The difference is mainly the seat comfort and size. Yes there’s a washroom not only on every train but usually in every carriage.
@DisscotАй бұрын
Thank you of this. I have been trying to decide what lounge to book for an up coming trip. I have never flown from Edinburgh but I think you have helped me make my decision!
@PlanetPatrickАй бұрын
I’m very pleased to hear it. Safe travels!
@nommyytАй бұрын
Quite enjoyed your review. It was informative without being boring and it convinced me that train is the way to go when I head back to Sydney to catch my flight home after visiting family in Canberra. You have a very soothing voice and manner.
@PlanetPatrickАй бұрын
Yes, it may be slower than the alternatives, but it's a very relaxing way to travel (do bring your own snacks though!).
@bconni2Ай бұрын
ejnoy the Algarve. lot's of interesting stuff to see. good mix of the old with the new. hope you like golf. they do a lot if it down there.
@PlanetPatrickАй бұрын
Thank you! I am not a fan of golf, no!
@eugenekelly8992Ай бұрын
Looking forward to some videos of Warsaw!
@PlanetPatrickАй бұрын
Oh I wish! I carried on after this flight to Gdansk. But I've been to Warsaw for work a few times and really liked it.
@rickreid8572Ай бұрын
not many people interested in Patrick's planet....
@PlanetPatrickАй бұрын
😴
@anbheansachuisneoir9233Ай бұрын
Hello Patrick, that studio apt is very nicely appointed. I was wondering, does the need to be endlessly filming and editing what you see on your travels ever get to a point that it takes away from the joy of travelling at all? Or is travel so much your job that you don't think of it primarily in terms of personal enjoyment?
@PlanetPatrickАй бұрын
Hi! That's a fair question. I'll answer in two parts. First, I don't film endlessly (at least, not any more). For this video, I was in the Algarve for 1 month, and filmed 3 short pieces over the month. Second, I went there in October 2022, and I'm only getting round to editing this short series of videos now. However, you're right that there is a LOT of work to share even this amount. I am always trying to balance video editing with writing on my blog, which has increased a lot. And to answer your final part, I don't travel quite as frequently as I did - yes, I'm on the road full time, but stay for longer. Right now I'm on a 2 month stay, with no filming at all :)
@balpurewal7644Ай бұрын
Not worth it mate...would have sent 200 in Istanbul and got more for your money
@PlanetPatrickАй бұрын
Fair comment :)
@tacitdionysus3220Ай бұрын
Walter Burley Griffin, Canberra's designer, included a suburban rail system with connections to Goulburn and Yass. You can Google it for more details. It was not built because of WW1 starting and resistance from bureaucrats who didn't want it. One of the main uses of the current route was to bring building supplies into Canberra. As time went on people lost interest in railways, and roads and airports dominated travel. As you probably noticed, much of the route follows slow winding tracks from the steam era. Making it faster has far less to do with the trains, than with the tracks. The delays just south of Greater Sydney is where the country tracks enter the suburban system. If the train is exactly on time there is a 'path' for it to follow between frequent suburban services smoothly into the city. If they are late and miss that path, it may be a while (typically about 15-20 minutes) before another is available.
@novaialm2832Ай бұрын
Just a note, u forgot to mention the fact that the 19€ ticket was bcs u booked early, bcs if someone buys the tickes less than 5 days before the trip its fonna cpst double of the price
@PlanetPatrickАй бұрын
I booked this over 2 years ago, I don’t know what the rules were at the time. People should check at the time they book what the booking rules are.
@novaialm2832Ай бұрын
Idk if it was bcs I was in second class but last time I was on an ap, the internet was very very slow, and it coudnt even load youtube, but each couch has its own internet so idk if it was bcs of that or not 😅
@PlanetPatrickАй бұрын
I don’t know why the speeds were different at your specific time of travel.
@Malin031Ай бұрын
King Patrick ❤🇸🇪
@PlanetPatrickАй бұрын
Too kind!
@Mr.NonameOGАй бұрын
Cool
@PlanetPatrickАй бұрын
😉
@cristianboldisor1175Ай бұрын
It depends on what you are comparing it with. Most European long haul carriers are above the AC service wise.I would not even compare them against Emirates or Qatar because those ones are in a different class altogether. Overall, AC is not bad, but there is nothing remarkable about them.
@PlanetPatrickАй бұрын
Seems like a very fair take!
@TimGradАй бұрын
I am an EU citizen. Another reason not to travel to the UK. I don't buy anything from the UK anymore. If something has a British flag, I don't buy it anymore. And I hate the British accent
@PlanetPatrickАй бұрын
Well there you go. I’m not sure the existence of a visa connects to hating someone’s accent, but you do you.
@godrgodr1328Ай бұрын
tragedy is, that's the best airline here we have in Canada lol.
@PlanetPatrickАй бұрын
Is WestJet better?
@godrgodr1328Ай бұрын
@@PlanetPatrick Not really, pretty much the same as air canada. but much better than Porter and Flair that's for sure.