Travelling Under The Sea From UK To France | Channel Tunnel

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Today I am traveling under the sea from the UK to France on the euro tunnel. Also know as the channel tunnel or the channel, is a remarkable engineering feat that connects the United Kingdom and France beneath the English Channel and is the tunnel with the longest undersea section in the world.
The construction of the tunnel started in 1988. It involved boring three tunnels running parallel to each other; the two outer tunnels are used for trains and the smaller central service tunnel is used for ventilation and access. Tunnel boring machines from both the English and French coasts were used and the tunnels meet approximately halfway beneath the English Channel. The Channel Tunnel was completed and officially opened on May 6, 1994 with a ceremony being held at the midpoint of the tunnel.
About 23.5 miles (37.9 kilometers) of the tunnel run beneath the English Channel. The Channel Tunnel primarily serves as a rail link, allowing high-speed trains to transport passengers and freight and is one of the world's most significant engineering achievements, facilitating seamless and rapid transportation between the UK and mainland Europe.
In this video, I share my experience of what’s like taking my campervan on the channel tunnel from the UK to France for the first time.
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[@milissasilks2174]

My father was a mechanical engineer and worked on designing the machines that dug those tunnels. He worked for Goodman Equipment Corporation in Chicago, IL. He told me that the project was so well planned out that when the drilling machines met up in the center there was only a couple inches difference between the height of the UK tunnel vs the French tunnel. I'm so glad I found your video, I've wondered most of my life what traveling that tunnel would be like. I'm 59 years old now, and it's not likely that I'll ever have the opportunity to take that trip.

[@ruthaisling]

That story is so interesting! You should definitely go.. you’re never too old!

[@TASIAawful1]

You’re 59 not 99 age doesn’t stop you from doing stuff your health does maybe

[@jeanmccallum-xs8rk]

You're YOUNG. Make a travel plan right now! You can go.

[@08elk1954]

I really enjoyed your bubbly enthusiasm! Never lose it!

[@andrewdolinskiatcarpathian]

Hi Ruth. Your enthusiasm is so infectious. Stay safe on your French travels. Bon voyages 🇫🇷

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you! 😃

[@markweaver5872]

I was going to comment the exact same thing. Scrolled down and saw this comment. ha ha.

[@user-ey5jj8mg3z]

ショータさんが、パリで取材をしています。やっぱり合流するんでしょ⁉︎ 😉

[@okuyamad7039]

しょうたさんのビデオにルースさんの赤いハイエースらしき車が🚗駐車場に映り込んでましたが…😊

[@ruthaisling]

👀👀👀

[@nancypetrie5717]

I crossed from England to France in 2000 using the "Chunnel" on a Eurostar train, and as long as I didn't think too hard about where I was, the experience was an enjoyable 20 minutes going over and 40 minutes coming back. It was also the day the British Airways supersonic jet crashed in France which probably has very little to do with my experience on the train, but makes it memorable. Nice train and super fast!!!!

[@CiaraPipi]

Idk wats more scarier train or a airplane

[@nidgeb2256]

It was Air France not British Airways.

[@pageant1fd]

Your excitement/enthusiasm is so infectious that I was cheering and giggling along too. Thanks for sharing and really looking forward to the future vlogs.

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks for watching, it was a fantastic experience!

[@ryudokuroma8184]

This was my first time seeing Eurotunnel travel, and cars travel by train. I'm glad that we were able to share that exciting experience together in this video. It looks like I'll be staying in France for a long time, but I hope it's the best trip ever.

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you very much, I hope so too!

[@user-nu5xs8cj5t]

さぁルースさん、新しいフランスでの冒険が始まりますね😃これからの展開がワクワクします、どうか事故たど起きないように祈っています🙏Bonjour👍

[@ruthaisling]

ご声援ありがとうございました。私も事故がないことを願っている。

[@zlamanit]

3:57 It's important to put them on even if you don't plan to drive at night. You could be driving through a tunnel or in the rain. Some cars don't these stickers at all - sometimes you can change headlights position in car settings, some will even change automatically, so check your car. Thanks for the great video!

[@ellap364]

I travelled to Europe in 1991. I crossed the channel from Dover to Calais by ferry and I remember the talk of this mammoth feat at the time. I could hardly imagine it. I loved the ferry trip as I watched the White Cliffs of Dover disappear from view 👌

[@kqguardsmen76]

Hi,Ruth! 日本にも、乗用車を乗せて夜間に走る列車『カートレイン』が、1980年代にありました。それは寝台車を連結し、乗用車内では過ごせなかったと記憶しています。 英仏海峡トンネルを車に乗ったまま移動できて、しかも、運行時間約30分！早い！ルースさんのワクワクが伝わってきます！

[@ruthaisling]

日本にはまだカートレインがあるのだろうか？本州と北海道を結ぶトンネルは？新幹線専用？

[@kqguardsmen76]

@@ruthaisling 本州と北海道を結ぶトンネル『青函トンネル』は、人の乗車できる新幹線と貨物列車が運行されています。車両はトンネルを通ることができません。何本かある航路でないと車両と一緒には渡れないです。『カートレイン』も、残念ながら廃止されてしまってます。 だから、英仏海峡トンネルの運用方法は、すごく魅力的ですね。

[@miekkoide404]

フランス上陸😊素敵な旅を❗️気をつけて楽しんでください😂

[@ruthaisling]

ありがとうございます。

[@hazelanderson1479]

I made this journey in 1994 and loved it! A little tip: before you leave home, or even when you’re there, make a sign to put on the dashboard saying, Drive On The Right, with a little diagram of a roundabout and arrows to show direction of traffic around it. I found this to be more than useful.

[@ruthaisling]

This is a brilliant idea, I will do that!!

[@AliG-iq4gd]

@@ruthaisling Just about to give similar advice, but use a piece of card 6x4 in. Big black Felttip marker of an arrow pointing to the kerb.After half a day, you no longer see it - but know it is there and drive accordingly. Biggest one to take care on - is exiting car parks and fuel stops on to the road. If you aren't sure about the exit of a roundabout - slow a bit and do a full circuit again. and - Stay calm

[@nicklittle8780]

Biggest problem was first thing in the morning in rural France with little or no traffic to follow. "Why is this tractor on the 'wrong' side of the road?" "Oops ... it's me!" I used a big arrow as well. The arrow became a fixture on the continent. By the way, it makes driving in the USA where I now live easy!

[@user-uc7bn4ve5s]

新たな冒険の始まりですね。日本でのノープランバンライフとは違いしっかり行動計画を立てての出発です。右側通行に緊張するルースさんの気持ちよく分かります。😺

[@pepulinh0]

You are a very brave girl. All my respect to you ! As a man I would not dare to do that....Greetings from Hungary ! 🤝🌷

[@donnamcardle8928]

How exciting, love the giggles and excitement .. going to be following your journey.. from Massachusetts USA.

[@ruthaisling]

Welcome aboard in Massachusetts!

[@user-tb5mm1lt6x]

ルースさんの好奇心でワクワクした表情が大好きです❤安全で楽しい旅になることを祈っています😊

[@ruthaisling]

ありがとうございます。❤

[@peterowen4456]

I've been through the tunnel in my car but well over 20 years ago now - 1996 if I recall correctly - only 2 years after it opened. Just initially surprised that you hadn't driven on the right before then I remembered you have lived in Japan where they, like us, drive on the left. Really looking forward to the next video as you discover France. Your enthusiasm is infectious. Bon voyage!

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks Peter, I've always avoided driving in countries where they drive on the right! I was fine in NZ, Australia and Japan. Maybe if the steering wheel is on the other side it'll be easier haha!

[@MrEroshan]

I love your excitement when encountering new experiences. Always stay young.

[@ruthaisling]

I had no idea what to expect so it was really nice!

[@Docter730]

英国から仏国への海底トンネルの移動方法詳しく教えていただき大変参考になりました。 列車に乗せてでなんてもしトンネル内で事故があったら大変なことになるのでそうしているのでしょう。 これからの動画期待しています。

[@ruthaisling]

ビデオを見てくれてありがとう！

[@jansturk]

The tunnel brings countries and people closer together. At least it's faster to get across the channel.

[@samscott54]

Lived in Nederland two years and never got try the Chunnel. Loved driving in Paris and Deutschland. Loved Sweden and Norway/ Finland too

[@user-th6ow8ub1v]

しょうたさんの動画からきました 両国の間に海底トンネルがあるんですね‼️ 車に乗ったまま電車に？最初は良く、分からなかったですが動画を見て理解出来ました🎉 素敵な旅になることを祈っています😊

[@ruthaisling]

ご協力ありがとうございます。

[@joebadger]

Love the enthusiasm when driving onto the train!

[@ruthaisling]

It was a great experience!

[@Kim-J312]

​@ruthaisling wow it's expensive! I thought it was a train a person would/could do daily for work . Lol I guess not for 192 $ a trip

[@ruthaisling]

@@Kim-J312there is a passenger train from London too. I’m taking my vehicle so it’s going to be more expensive than just booking a seat.

[@JayaJaya-pc9tb]

Your enthusiasm is definitely contagious. As i was watching your video I too was getting excited. Would love to experience this channel tunnel sometime. I happen to come across your video when checking out tunnel crossing. Thanks for the share!

[@setsukonomusume]

しょうたさんの方と答え合わせすると大晦日から3週間フランスにいたんですね。 うちは東部なので会えませんでしたが、フランス旅とても楽しみです！ いつも正直で優しいルースさん。応援していますよ〜❤

[@ruthaisling]

ビデオを見てくれてありがとう！

[@sgtfifilarue8957]

Thank you so very much for sharing your travels! For someone with limited mobility, I have truly enjoyed your videos. I know I have gone in reverse bc yesterday I watched your vid when you were leaving France, but I was every bit impressed to see the train that my brother has spoken of (I’m in the US and he’s in London). I also watched the bothy episode and it reminded me of trips my cousin had told me about. You really go out of your way to make us feel like we are traveling in the van with you, hiking with you, etc. Well done, Ruth and I am so happy to have found your channel! I am so impressed with your content! 💜

[@millera.matine7215]

That’s so amazing. What an incredible experience you’ve had.

[@roseogrady8785]

Good Experience. Thank You.

[@jessenceq3250]

So awesome!! That pure wonderment is also what I expressed crossing into Scotland from the UK 2 years ago! I'm an American and it was my first time outside of the country ever (arriving in England) at 30. I felt like a little kid, it was such a delight! Your video is so inspiring and helpful, thank you for sharing and "filling my cup" so to speak 🙌🏻 I want to travel internationally again so much!

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you 🙏

[@matthewmcgurk4282]

Crossing into Scotland from the UK???? Guess you’re unaware that the UK is Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland? I’m a Scotsman living in the Carolina’s and I get so pissed when the kids came home from school and talk about England, when the actual fact they meant Great Britain. King of England, Edinburgh is in England.

[@user-hv3kx8je1z]

Good day from South Africe. I`ve been through the Channel Tunnel in 1995 en route from London to Munich October Fest...truelly memorable experience!

[@nicholson392005]

Lovely to be on your exciting journey Ruth...hope you enjoy your time in France 🇫🇷 ❤

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you!

[@Almacni]

This has been such an awesome eye opener for me, as I live on an island in the middle of the South Pacific Ocean and transiting tunnels, trains etc is just not a thing we have to worry about. An island paradise...but again I felt some form a excitement, as you did, seeing this for the very first time...now I am sounding like a backward local...I was born in New Zealand and have traveled on and off the island and of course used to staying in the city...But I never knew that one would drive a car onto the train to go through the tunnel, I always thought that one drove themselves there...now all makes sense. As I am kind of watching your clips backwards, bit of a hard thing to know that the trip turns south for you. Again thank you for the journey...oh and I will need to add that My wife and I experienced a camping van holiday in New Zealand...I would love to plug the company that we hired off but won't here...but happy to provide that to anyone who wants to know. They provided a great service and great camper van. I loved the camper van life and would do it again on a shot..sort of becomes a bug and want more of it. 🙂Thanks once again and am enjoying your journey and learning more as we go along.

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks for watching and glad you found the video interesting. I thought the same about the tunnel like you. Your trip in the campervan sounds great. 👍

[@999shaznay]

My heart was in my mouth for you Ruth - the ramps coming off the train in France would have finished me off!! Looking forward to seeing how you get on in this series.

[@ruthaisling]

Haha it was a bit scary!

[@erinikeuchi6447]

What a great job for your first time! My anxiety would be so high. It’s amazing how efficient and organized the train process is.

[@ruthaisling]

It was really impressive!

[@2483coco]

I had a friend who traveled through the Straits of Dover from Barcelona, ​​Spain to Scotland, and it was great to learn about the details of the tunnels through Ruth's introduction. you are such a great woman.

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you for watching, glad the video was helpful!

[@cliffjackson6816]

I love your enthusiasm! Taking the Chunnel has been a bucket list thing for me (Texan-American) but I never actually knew people didn't just drive their own vehicles the whole way. Parking on a train makes it sound like even more fun! Have a great time, and we'll be watching for updates!

[@ruthaisling]

I never knew either! Thanks for watching!

[@Brian3989]

Travelling on the train which is electric powered eliminates vehicle exhaust fumes.

[@jasonlowes223]

you can also get a passenger train from London to Paris it's called Eurostar.

[@jeromewagschal9485]

Driving inside the train was quite impressive : It felt like preparing for an interstellar trip 🙂🙂 What was even more impressive was the entire train being a long open space, you usually don't see that when you're on a train, not even a train that takes vehicles, I remember doing that with my parents a long time ago when I was a kid but it didn't look like that... Great video and thanks 👍👍

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks! 😃

[@aphextwin5712]

The Euro Tunnel uses fully enclosed trailers for safety reasons. It’s a very long tunnel, so the danger in case of fire is much higher. In shorter tunnels, like 19 km Vereina Tunnel in Switzerland, openair carriages with a steel cage are used which feels less like a long open space. Moreover, the carriages shown here are designed for people staying inside their vehicles. Heavy goods vehicles aka large trucks have their own semi-open trailers with steel cages in the Euro Tunnel, but that means their drivers are required to leave their vehicles and travel in a passenger carriage. This ensures that in case of a fire, all people are in enclosed spaces that can be protected from any smoke.

[@jeromewagschal9485]

@@aphextwin5712 Thank you for that long and detailed explanation 🙂

[@Rossbott1964]

You are always happy and smilie in all your videos and they certainly are a joy to watch…so a big thank you for this and can’t wait for your next instalment 👍😊

[@ruthaisling]

That's so nice of you to say, thank you for watching the videos Kevin!

[@ajmooreebs]

You’re excitement is contagious…i wanna go now!

[@ruthaisling]

You should!!

[@jimmythejock4376]

You're so brave. My wife and I are planning doing the same journey sometime from the Highlands and I can imagine how nervous I'm going to be. Enjoy France, looking forward to seeing your next video.

[@ruthaisling]

It's definitely a bit nerve-wracking. If you are with your wife, you'll have some extra help for the navigating!

[@jimgale2079]

Enjoying your unbridled excitement about your great adventure about to unfold. Enjoy it all!

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks Jim!

[@jod3433]

Thank you for such an informative blog, making it much less stressful for anyone who will be taking the euro tunnel for the first time. We hope to be taking our campervan over someday. Happy adventures.

[@ruthaisling]

Glad it was helpful!

[@patriciadavison1486]

I could not go in that tunnel for love nor money! 😳. Nope! Have a wonderful vacation and stay safe and happy XX

[@norikon3087]

Hi Ruth, I felt so thrilling as if I traveled Channel Tunnel! Thank you for sharing this video. Hoping you have a wonderful adventure in France.

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you! ❤

[@jeffreyskinner6281]

Congrats on France Ruth! Your excitement showed through on the video. Driving on the "wrong side" of the road too... that's how I feel when I visit Scotland. You'll pick it up in no time. Safe travels!

[@ruthaisling]

Hope so! 🤯

[@SirPrancelot1]

Thanks Ruth. Hope you didn't have any problems getting the roaming sorted and get used to driving on the right. It is easier to forget about it when you are in the countryside with no traffic around. If you have parked and are about to set off it is easy to set off on the wrong side until you have been there a while as there are no vehicles or road signs for reference. Take care and enjoy all of the food and sights. Look forward to seeing more.

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you, it’s been a bit of an adjustment driving on the other side and there have been a few hairy moments 😅

[@davidbarrass]

Totally agree. I found the really odd thing is once I was back in the UK. On the continent I was always saying to myself "rembember what side of the road you're on". Once back I actually got myself more confused because my mind had stopped being on alert for it

[@ruthaisling]

@@davidbarrass I'll need to be careful of that too!

[@happysporran]

I loved your sense of Wonder and excitement Ruth, it really is quite a surreal experience using the chunnel for the first time. I'm really looking forward to your French adventure... bonne chance!

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you so much!

[@edwardparkhurst9804]

Great video. Thanks for sharing it with us.

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks for watching!

[@jimcummings4392]

That was great Ruth. Very informative. Have a great trip.

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks so much!

[@irenemulcahy2495]

You are so brave👏👏 what an exciting experience on the train. I am so excited as I feel that we are actually physically on the journey with you as thats how good your filming is. Can’t wait for the next chapter of your adventure in France .💫

[@ruthaisling]

Glad to hear that, I tried to film different angles so it did feel like that!

[@davea691]

Very interesting watching the process of using the Channel Tunnel.

[@butterflybeatles]

Just call it Channel. That's why they invented the word. Or is it Chunnel?

[@ruthaisling]

Glad it was interesting!

[@0HARE]

Well, this was nice! Your presentation and commentary was super charming and interesting. Looking forward to your travels in Europe. Happy Travels

[@ruthaisling]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Abeyptfc]

Nice one Ruth, hope you enjoy your travels💪 take care👍

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you! ❤

[@chriselder7838]

Great video! Look forward to seeing your French adventures 👍

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks Chris!

[@mik7591jp]

Thank you. Through your video ,I was able to increase my knowledge about travel between the UK and France.😊 When I saw you riding the train while still in your car and passing through the undersea tunnel, I felt the excitement of being on the journey with you. I'm looking forward to watching your next video about your trip in France. From Japan.😊😊

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed the video!

[@Lavendare1023]

Best video on the tunnel trip I have seen. Very informative. Thank you. ❤

[@ruthaisling]

Glad to hear that. That was the aim!

[@philmbridges]

Great to see your enthusiasm! Miss those trips!

[@ruthaisling]

More trips coming soon!

[@stacyhoch8454]

What a fascinating journey! Thanks for sharing.

[@ruthaisling]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@user-qu3wo1hx4i]

Ruthさん、日本にいる時より綺麗になりましたネ。 70＋1爺さんの独り言

[@tonybramley7649]

Love your enthusiasm, Been to france before but always caught the ferry I may try the eurotunnel next time

[@ruthaisling]

It's a very easy and smooth experience. Worth a try if it's near!

[@johnsarlis3951]

I really enjoyed your video, it was delightful to see your enthusiasm. Thank you for sharing it.

[@ruthaisling]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🙏

[@PaulDunn-bk7vp]

Looking forward to watching it all enjoy Ruth 😊

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks Paul!

[@pauljohnson4525]

I love your excitement and enthusiasm and it was lovely watching the expressions on you face ..... enjoy you adventures Ruth

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@rogermariner2813]

I love how excited you get!!

[@ruthaisling]

😂😂

[@katherineshadwick5319]

Loved your video! I'm going on the Eurotunnel this Saturday for the first time in my life, so I'm very excited too.

[@ruthaisling]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@axiomist4488]

I just discovered you a couple hours ago, staying at the bothy in Scotland. I love how excited you are getting on the Eurotrain and arriving in France (the shock of being passed on the left ! ) = ) You're fun to travel with. You seem a very nice person and I love your accent ! I'm in Miami, Florida, USA . and it's 3:50 AM .

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks so much for watching and so late too!

[@leighs966]

I discovered her channel a couple of days ago with the same video! I'm addicted to her videos now lol

[@GK49245]

Lovely video. We can feel your excitement. Thanks for sharing. On to France..,.

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you so much 😊

[@celticwanderer6407]

great video with plenty of information stay safe ruth

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you!

[@carltonv1]

Great video as always, Enjoy France X

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks!

[@gloriarutkowski4680]

Thanks for sharing. Very informative.

[@ruthaisling]

Glad it was helpful! 🙏

[@Mistwalker67]

Thank you for these videos Ruth, very enjoyable and informative, ive never been through the Chunnel.

[@ruthaisling]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Doctom1515]

Loved your enthusiasm!!..felt like I was there with you !!..I would of felt the same way !!..So exciting!!..A train crossing the ocean in your own vehicle!!..mind blowing !!..keep up the good work !!

[@ruthaisling]

I’m glad to hear that, I wanted the video to feel like you as the viewer was also experiencing it!

[@declanconway2903]

Great video again Ruth.

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks!

[@declanconway2903]

@@ruthaisling Enjoy

[@thomashourigan5797]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻😁Nice work Ruth.Always enjoy your videos.Thank you.

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you! 😃

[@JohnEdwardBerry]

Her vlogs are so great, it was so good to see the Euro tunnel, I hadn't seen it before, so interesting.

[@ruthaisling]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@davidbarr9343]

Excellent video. I hope you have a great time in France. I am looking forward to future videos of your travels.👍😀

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you! 😃

[@lindashoemaker8940]

Good afternoon Ruth I can’t believe your driving your van in a train underwater it is amazing and when you come out you need to drive on the right side you do like challenging things glad all info for what is required to go from uk to France can’t wait to see what happens next take care stay safe see ya soon 😘🌸🌺☕️🚗

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you Linda, it was a nerve-wracking experience!

[@peonycottageboutique4154]

This was a terrific video, Ruth. We've seen people taking the Euro train but you're the first driver. What an experience. So interesting! One day we're going to do this but probably on the train. Can't wait to see all of your adventures in France.

[@ruthaisling]

The train looks great adventure too!

[@oblahdes]

Just chanced upon this, will be watching Ruth's travels.

[@ruthaisling]

Keep watching!

[@samscott54]

Addicted to your videos. So energetic and bold

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you so much 😊

[@joloy5394]

That is an excellent guide for anyone using the Channel Tunnel for the first time. You made so seamless and and of course dropped the history lesson in. Great video :o)

[@ruthaisling]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dl7905]

Am absolutely loving this Ruth, and can't wait to experience more of your adventures. The best holiday I had was travelling around the whole of France on an old motorbike.

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you for watching, your trip sounds amazing, where was your favourite place?

[@dl7905]

@@ruthaislingI think the highlight was getting to the south of France and realising that I probably didn't have enough money for hotels on the way back. So ended up sleeping on a beach for two nights. On one of the nights there was an impromptu party held on the beach which I got dragged to. Was amazing!

[@pamelairvin3164]

Thank you for sharing your Chunnel experience. I've never been to Europe, have known about the Chunnel since it's inception and completion, and have often wondered how travelers navigate its use. You are an excellent guide for the novice sojourner looking to explore opportunities for adventure! FYI: in the USA, our mail carriers drive right-side steering vehicles to make post deliveries easier. Our family acquired a postal van refitted to sell sno-cones in our community...a wonderful 14-year experience...and we never had a difficulty navigating our roadways. Blessings for more adventures!!

[@ruthaisling]

I’m glad you enjoyed it in the US!

[@charlotteabel7738]

I loved your energy! I felt as though I was in the vehicle. Very exciting! Thank you.

[@ruthaisling]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ItsToyoo]

So lovely to watch ❤

[@Alastair6]

I had no idea you had to board a train to cross the channel. Good luck with driving on the right-hand side. Now you know how I felt driving on the left-hand side when I visited the UK a while ago. Not to mention roundabouts! Nice video, Ruth.

[@ruthaisling]

Its an adjustment for sure!

[@lilmouse4750]

Well done you, you are doing really well, its better to take those breaks and then be fully present & alert for any unexpected incidents, very safe driving.😊🤗💖

[@ruthaisling]

Yes totally agree, especially when there is no one to share the driving with!

[@numanuma20]

I love your channel. Learning about life on the other side of the pound is great. Have a great time in France.

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@JPB-wy5cl]

Loved this video. Great job.

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks so much!

[@TXMEDRGR]

This is an exciting video! I bet it was nerve-wracking to make the trip through the Chunnel for the first time. Good luck, I hope you are having fun in France.

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks so much!

[@femio2738]

Thanks for such a beautiful video. I pray to experience this Euro tunnel some day.. Will follow you on your adventures in France .. Be safe 🙏🏽

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you, hope you can experience it too sometime!

[@Code_TRIP777B_]

I just found a 5% off code for European train tickets a few days ago 🎉 just let me know if u need it

[@antonionascimento2467]

Obrigado!

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you!

[@dl1929yup]

Hey Ruth, smashed it again, you have a great relaxed style, and as always super informative.Take care.Neil.x✌🏻

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks Neil!

[@dl1929yup]

Look forward to the next installment, trust all good with the van ??, if it is ex Royal Mail, he/she must be really enjoying your TLC, after probably a fairly hard previous life... although it seems that in general Toyota's are pretty 'bullet proof', but age catches up with all of us, myself included !!, safe travels Ruth.😂👍🏻

[@ruthaisling]

There have been some issues with the van but not really mechanical. I'll be sharing about that in a future video.@@dl1929yup

[@matthiaskrau9942]

Thank You so much for that video. Very interesting, very well done. Hope You enjoy Your time in France

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you!

[@hightech77]

Enjoy your trips and wish you good health.

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you

[@grapesodatravels]

Love how giddy you were! Good work doing that by yourself fir the first time. I feel a bit vommy on the Channel Tunnel too. I have to stand outside the vehicle.

[@ruthaisling]

Glad to hear it’s not just me!

[@caw25sha]

I think it's because your car's suspension moves slightly relative to the train so what you see and what you feel are slightly out of sync.

[@grapesodatravels]

@@caw25sha Yup. I agree. 🤢

[@Ballynoes]

Really enjoyed that... very informative... makes you want to try it yourself. 🙂

[@ruthaisling]

Go for it!

[@joanndavis4843]

Your video made watching it as exciting as you must have been making it! And what a reverse reaction you driving on the right. From where I'm from, it's the norm. I'd be so nervous driving on the left, which is the norm for you. Hope you had a great time in France. Seriously, who wouldn't 😍?

[@kennethausten]

First time I used it, it broke down. Was stuck at the entrance. I lived in Kent at the time , now in Wales. Because of this, we missed the booked train in France, then arrived too late at Niece to collect hire car. So we had to taxi to airport to collect a car. 3 hrs later we drove to the rented villa. Had not eaten since 8am and arrived at midnight starving. Made do with crisps in the end. Then I went down with Flu which turned into neumonia. Was in bed for 4 days. What was supposed to be a surprise holiday turned into a nightmare. Never been back. No longer have a pass port. Spent 2 weeks in Scotland last year and it was Great.