We Rode the UK's Most Luxurious Trains (British Pullman vs Northern Belle)

We rode the UK's two most luxurious day trains 😍 England's British Pullman and Wales' Northern Belle ✨ Get an exclusive Surfshark deal! Enter promo code KARAANDNATE for an extra 3 months free at surfshark.deals/karaandnate
Episode 888 | Filmed June 2023 | London, England and Cardiff, Wales
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0:38 the British Pullman
6:30 Bath, London
10:37 dinner is served
12:59 the Northern Belle
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Who are Kara and Nate?!
Watch our documentary here: • 100th COUNTRY DOCUMENTARY
Originally from Nashville, Tennessee, we got married 2013 and were super “normal.” I was a teacher and Nate started a small printing business from the spare bedroom of our apartment.
We discovered the world of “travel hacking” while planning our honeymoon & became addicted ;)
So after 2 years of obsessively saving $35k and over 2 million miles and points, we sold our cars and apartment and left home January 10, 2016 for a “one year” trip around the world.
Our goal was to see as many places as possible before we ran out of money and went back home to “normal life.” We started this travel vlog to share our experiences with friends and family, but quickly fell in love with living on the road and found a new passion for capturing our travels through video. So we did everything we could to keep going.
4 years later, we achieved our new goal of visiting 100 countries and all 7 continents. We had no plans to slow down, until 2020 forced us to ;) Which is when we bought a converted van to start exploring our own country for the first time.
After ~2 years of van life, we are back to full time international traveling! And now we are finding the best adventures the world has to offer :)
We are incredibly grateful to be able to continue doing something we love every day. 😊🎥🌎 Thank you to everyone who has been a part of our journey!

[@KaraandNate]

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[@Stella_eq12]

kara, where are the tank tops you always wear from? 🙃

[@michaelfinley8540]

Kara & Nate, there is a reason you always get treated well when you travel in luxurious accommodations, airlines,or trains; you treat the the staff as friends not as servants. Those passengers who travel this way see them as subservient to them. Love your channel.

[@lizalove91]

That’s so awful! I can’t imagine doing that

[@michaelfinley8540]

@@lizalove91 I am sure what exactly you mean?

[@jgush1337]

No it's because they are afraid of getting blasted by 3 million followers... Also Kara and nate are WORKING FOR THE TRAIN COMPANY when they make these videos. They're all bought and paid for by the train company and probably viewed and approved before being posted. Nothing more than infomercials on youtube

[@leahmanning6605]

i think they mean treating staff like servants @@michaelfinley8540

[@mehitabel6564]

That's a pretty big assumption on your part, it only shows your prejudice. Many of us who do travel well don't treat people like dirt, or like servants. We've figured out the best experience is to treat others well, and yes, like friends.

[@creativereindeer]

As a londoner I had no idea either of these trains existed - love your attitude, makes you folks super watchable when you're grateful!! Also I loved Kara's British accent!! So fun!!

[@jparreno]

i took those same etiquette courses Nate... 10:30 top utensils are dessert spoon and fork... and Kara was correct; start from the outside and move your way inward. The biggest takeaway i had from those classes was how to eat bread properly. I still do it to this day and always observe others as they eat bread. lol

[@aspynholmes8384]

How do you properly eat bread? I wish I would’ve taken those classes😅

[@jparreno]

@@aspynholmes8384 instead of buttering the entire thing and biting the bread as I see most do… I was taught to tear small pieces, just enough to take a small bite, apply butter to the piece just before it goes in the mouth.

[@fivemjs]

Sometimes they add a shrimp fork

[@philipfi154]

@@jparreno This is correct :D The significance has an historic meaning. "You break bread" just like Jesus did with his disciples, thus you should always break your bread (if you follow the historic event), roll or bun - then put on your butter.

[@aspynreads]

@@jparreno Ohhh that makes sense! thank you!

[@oh.themoon]

I truly love Kara and Nate because not once will you feel that they are taking for granted the things they are experiencing. Kara especially, always have the brightest reactions to whatever they see or eat or do. Grateful for these two. Love from the Philippines!

[@charleswoolsey7326]

Kara and Nate continue to take us to all corners of the world. Whether it’s by train, boat, motorbikes, or an electric foil board, I love your work so much! p.s. Your circle of friends just make the journey all the more better!

[@lotusdolphin]

I couldn’t agree more💜🫶🤗🇺🇸

[@roymarven2554]

You can travel on the Pullman to Dover and then cross the channel to France to pick up the Orient Express to Venice - bucket list type of thing.

[@user-zzyachieve]

Yes! Look forward to that！By the way, I found that I can use the code on trainpal to get a discount on ticket purchase. If anyone needs it, please contact me

[@rosealapatt1315]

Such a sweet reflection of gratitude Nate. Thank you for taking all the trouble to video, edit and post consistently for so many of us to enjoy, informed, inspired and motivated.

[@kofd04]

OK, I can NOT be the only one blown away that with all the amazing travel, and all the incredible meals these two have shown us (love you guys), that Kara has no idea what Crème fraîche is or that it is pretty much fancy sour cream. I mean, just watch a Gordon Ramsey video, he uses it all the time.

[@imjayhime]

Yeah, I was shocked too lol but maybe it’s just cause I’m a huge foodie 😅

[@e.9812]

i was super shocked!!

[@nickdavid9655]

I absolutely love how you’ve spent your time in the UK, the weekend you did about 5 years ago didn’t do our country justice. I’m glad you enjoy it

[@rebeccawoodbixler9536]

Planes, trains along with food are my favorite videos that y’all put out! Thank you from someone who dreams of traveling. This one was exceptional! Nate is looking more and more like he could be Burt Reynolds’s son. 😊

[@TraumaSurvivorCynthia]

Agreed!! 💯 🎉❤ #davesandersstepdaughter

[@arielajaeger4291]

Still so looking forward to post mustache days😊

[@EILEENZ0122]

Train will be faster and has more scenery on the way🥹 and with discount the price will be affordable as well😂

[@wallykramer7566]

You had much better weather in Bath than I did. Everyone (relatives, shopkeepers, taxi drivers) there kept apologizing for the snow falling in April. Apparently that is _not_ usual. This was in 1998 or so. I agree with Nate: Kara's sunglasses rob her of most of her expressionism. I didn't realize that Kara's range of emotions was so much of the attraction of watching your videos!

[@NeonMako]

Can confirm, in England and Wales it's very rare to see snow after February, to see it in April anywhere that isn't Scotland or a mountain peak is exceptionally rare. Lived here all my life and I cannot ever remeber snow in April, though I was too young to remember anything in 1998 XD

[@barbaratuma8812]

I know you were not raised in luxury so that’s what makes you two so special. Your enthusiasm for luxury travel is so special to you.

[@bw68319]

I am normally a silent follower but felt I would comment on this one… thank you so much Kara & Nate for sharing your travels & ever increasing my personal bucket list!! Your transparency & humbleness will be the reason I continue to follow you! Thank you.

[@Ivank11]

While your near, hop over to Ireland

[@lightdark00]

They aren't near anymore. The community post and their other social media is more up to date than edited content here.

[@Aleksandr68351]

Yeah they most likely filmed this 4 weeks or so ago. They usually hold onto the content for a few weeks while they are off somewhere else filming a new video. It’s not real time

[@haydennw4418]

Just got back from Dublin yesterday I can confirm it is excellent

[@sneemkerry]

Absolutely! There is nowhere better.

[@JustinSIsTank]

Only if someone pays them to go.

[@chelsey907]

when Nate said "I didn't realize how much you said with your eyes" and Kara said "really 🥺" was the sweetest!!

[@emmerholmes4002]

This is so lovely! Please do consider seeing more of the UK especially the beautiful North! Also 'the British accent' always cracks me up there's about 100 accents in the UK 😅😂 Love your content soooo much ❤

[@Frosty420247]

i think Kara has it right! Dessert stuff at the top, and outside to inside with knives and forks! Great video guys!

[@Werstist]

A sense of ease crossed over me seeing a Kara and Nate video in my feed. Thanks for giving me a stress relief video this week.

[@EllEnchanted]

That’s how I felt as well. With all the stress and the war going on, this channel gives me peace.

[@patparish7776]

In 2015 my friend and I drove from Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada to Chicago and boarded the American Pullman Train system and went to New Orleans. We were in New Orleans for 3 nights and then took the Pullman train back to Chicago. It was, as Kara has said, like going back in time. There was live music and the food was fantastic.

[@TapeLV]

How can you not fall in love with Kara. She's so natural and so lovable. I can't believe you guys are still going strong producing such entertaining and high quality videos. I've been with you guys for such a long time and i love what you're doing. Keep it up. Please, keep it up. I can't imagine my weekend without you guys.

[@RJSAMCRO]

I love how Kara and Nate's videos have progressed from adventures pushing the limits of oneself to expert food blogs to world travelers on some of the most luxury filled adventures yet still find time to share their lives with us.

[@samandnick]

Their job is to share their life with us lol

[@sneemkerry]

The glimpse of normal life (learning to pronounce “Wales” and nursing a stye) is why I love this channel. Thank you, Kara and Nate.

[@emmacd6515]

I did my masters in Bath and I loved it - also highly recommend visiting Bristol as it’s only 10-15min from Bath by train!

[@gleekable14]

Silverware at the top is for desert and coffee at the end! And work your way in with the cutlery to the left and right of the plate

[@amystevenson3919]

I never knew how luxurious the Northern Belle was, this is now on my bucket list! 🚂🏞️🍾

[@wannurafiqahwannawang3557]

10k likes and Nate to shave off his moustache😂

[@laurenpxx1272]

I wish you had spent some more time in Wales. Such an amazing country and you really should visit some more gorgeous places (including the amazing castles) :)

[@kathrynmckie4471]

Love this video... Hilarious! Also I'm a Brit living in NZ so it's nice to see glimpses of home! Top two are your dessert cutlery and with the others it's outside in. I didn't have lessons or anything but just what we did at like Christmas and other fancy dinners. Also you should totally make a compilation of Kara taking her glasses off and winking... She does it so much... It's brilliant!

[@carolineindacityphx]

The two gentlemen playing the instruments were my favorite! I think I liked the Northern Belle better than the Pullman. But I think I agree with Nate. You cannot go wrong if you choose either of them. Thank you Kara and Nate for another wonderful video. On to the next adventure!!!

[@ck121395]

Whenever you thank the viewers/subscribers I always think, but few people would watch if you weren’t good at what you do! So, thank you for making all of the great content and beautifully created videos.

[@daisyoneal2506]

You guys are definitely my favorite youtubers to watch (along with Eamon and Bec of course!) Thank you guys for always brightening my day and putting a smile on my face with your wonderful personalities and awesome adventures!! ❤❤❤

[@bearin29]

Oh my God! This has definitely got to be my FAVORITE video from you so far (neither confirming or denying I might have told you this before). Your transparency is almost more fun that the actual task of the day at times. I literally laughed out loud during this today. Freaging funny and beautiful contemporaneously. Thank you so much for sharing. LOVED IT!! Will be treating myself to watch this again soon.

[@colorado719nadine2]

This has to be my fav vid. Great work guys. Nate your thanks to your viewers really was genuine and believable. Much love from Colorado USA

[@graceraven3423]

I really just love to see you guys succeed, so thank you for being so grounded and present about your situation ❤️

[@ellish7555]

Just reacting on the Crème fraiche. (Krem Fresj) We use it through meals or as a side dish with erbs...usually to cool off something spicy 😅😅😉

[@charinafernandez5282]

Such amazing experiences !! Love every single videos you guys produce from surviving on islands to luxury travels. Makes me so motivated to go on these experiences !! Continue with the outstanding content because I will continue to binge them

[@ingridnh1]

What a way to travel! Luxury train travel makes you just enjoy the journey instead of rushing to the destination! Both experiences looked exquisite. What a job you guys have!! ❤

[@romaindeleau]

The fact that people pay over 1000$ to go on a train to nowhere is so absurd!😂😂 love U guys!! I love when you make us discover some unique experiences like this!

[@susanbowen847]

It’s mainly for the food views and experience but I get where you’re coming from lol

[@plantwithroos]

Also there's a normal train that is faster and much much cheaper 😅 like 2 hours and 75 pounds for a return. But it's the experience and food, I get it ❤

[@ItsMeNanaD71]

People spending over $100 for a pair of jeans is absurd to me, I couldn’t imagine wasting $$ like that 😳

[@mariamzaeem6108]

@plantwithroos Which one?

[@stevemichael8458]

@@ItsMeNanaD71 Its only a waste if you don't get anything out of it. We got this video :) And personally, I'm grateful.

[@robinebbin917]

Wow..it's been great watching you two grow as people over the years. You started as naive kids. Look at all you've done & taken the world with you! Love from Oregon USA

[@jeanneandove3302]

I just love your train videos. So glad you include them as part of your travel journeys.

[@mscattale]

Saturday Morning - videos I wait for: #1 - Kara & Nate!! No better way to get started on Saturday! Always an adventure with a laugh or two and lots of great video footage!! Thanks Kara and Nate for never disappointing!! Oh and before I forget…..Happy 10th Anniversary on June 15th! Can’t wait to see where next Saturday’s adventure goes!

[@erickcorte9]

Same here 😂

[@pegedey1291]

Thank you Nate and Kara for taking us along because yes i would never be able to do this. I love England so living thru you two.

[@seanpassant3174]

My top 10 all time Kara & Nate videos all feature Kara trying to do her British accent! 🤣🤣

[@scarlettdelafontaine7223]

dessert is the ones on top, your bread will be served with a butter knife, and work your way in with the outside ones for your courses, so you got it kara! just believe in yourself. also nate, my mom did the same thing, except it was a sleepover camp so i remember a lot

[@JamesBrown-ij1px]

I am very familiar with the 'British Pullman' but I had never heard of the 'Northern Belle' before! Thank you for teaching me about it! I have traveled on the Orient Express from Paris to Berlin so I want to experience a journey on the British Pullman and, now, I hope to also experience the Northern Belle. I have also learned that when experiencing 'fancy' things for the first time just always be respectful of the surroundings but also be yourself and have fun. With the combination of those two things you can't go wrong. Doing 'fancy' things for the first time is simply an opportunity to learn. Enjoy!

[@NedsTrains]

This is an amazing video by you guys! As a trainspotter myself it’s nice to see what it’s like to travel on the luxury trains I always go out and see on the rails. Next time your over here in the U.K. you should try out the Midland Pullman, or the “Blue Pullman” as it is nicknamed due its bright blue colour. Thanks for sharing this video as I really enjoyed it, and I look forward to seeing more railway related content soon. Ned

[@logansworld1767]

I love Nate’s mustache and Kara’s willingness

[@tatendaxo6357]

Nate looks like a real grown up 😍 Kara never changes ❤ I love that you’ve allowed us to grow together

[@tanyarichardson9320]

You've been missed!!! Feel better kara! So excited for this video🎉

[@FireCracker-vd8pq]

Yayyy! Another Train video! I love their train adventures. It's how I first found them! 🥰🤗❤

[@wherearewegoingnow7693]

You guys are my absolute favorite and I love watching all your adventures! Really appreciate how you remain down to earth and have a grateful and thankful heart! Alll the love! ❤❤❤

[@abbiejenkins6542]

Glad you enjoyed! I hope you get to visit more of Wales in the future. Seeing the transport for Wales trains in the background is so surreal (I live near cardiff and take those trains all the time)!!

[@MarkHarrop]

I have really enjoyed your UK tour, being from the UK, I have loved the way your have just enjoyed yourselves here. I might have to do one of those train journeys. They look amazing.

[@karenmartin3650]

It’s so much fun traveling along with you two!

[@gracekelly2810]

I just love being transported along with these two having the time of their lives!

[@sherristrain1835]

Thank you for taking us on your journey with you. I enjoy all your videos. And happy to see places I never knew about if it wasn't for you 2❤

[@emmagale9095]

Welcome back to the UK, can't wait to see the Scotland vlogs 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 and side note- you don't realise how many dings there are on these trains until you have a dog that barks everytime one goes off! 🤣🤣🤣 she's loving this video 🐕🤣🐾

[@creyetivemedia]

I wonder if these trains are pet friendly?

[@004Aviation]

Love how you guys are recognising Wales so much with the train and the canal boat, you should 100% come to West Wales.

[@004Aviation]

or hike up snowdon in North Wales, you guys would absolutely love it.

[@joker432]

These are definitely my favorite style of videos, love seeing the different ways to travel.

[@margoburns9085]

Thank you for all your hard work you do. As a person who used to travel most of the year for many years, I know how exhausting it can be. Amazing that you found a way to do it "first class" style and bring us along with you. Love your channel and you both!❤

[@davidbivinsblinc32]

Hello 👋

[@Sarah-fd5lt]

How do you two not age?! You both look more and more beautiful and energetic in every video! I don’t believe you were exhausted-haha! It must be the laughs that keep you young! Thanks for sharing the behind the scenes! SO funny!

[@dejahwilson268]

I'm guessing it's the #ag1 😉😁

[@zipinha]

Lol! You definitely see their faces evolving along the years. But they look fantastic! Less stress maybe. Different type of work and no kids😅

[@cattalematt]

Y'all gotta go back sometime soon and do the Flying Scotsman. Absolute must for any train enthusiast!

[@user-ki1px9jv1m]

What a fun set of train trips! Regarding silverware, tables were set with everything that was needed for the full dinner that would be served, but given you had options on the train, they had to set based on what you *could* have, thus the fish knife that you didn’t use. For silverware, typically you start from the outside and work your way toward the plate, per course. The fork and spoon above the plate are for dessert courses (some take a fork, some a spoon.) 😊

[@youaredeluluu]

That black H&M dress is iconic 😂❤

[@allywell5579]

Bath! My university town! I love seeing you guys travelling around the UK. I remember years ago you went to London (I think for an award or something?) and I was so disappointed you didn’t see more of the UK. Making up for that now!

[@ishitapaul7441]

Hi Kara and Nate, loved this video and btw, I just had to tell you that I am in Nepal right now, from India, and as a person who never hiked or did anything physically challenging before, I set my mind doing a trek yesterday, and the whole time it was your trekking videos that was playing in my mind! It was so tough but was worth it! You guys motivated me to do it! Thank you!

[@mtebbetts2]

So crazy I was just commenting on a homesteaders channel about them putting what I would consider their job as you said KZbin is. And most of them complain and say they are so tired and just could not get a video out or they needed a break like every other week. SO A BIG THANK YOU for y’all recognizing the fact that if you had no one watching you wouldn’t be doing what your doing. And you both deserve it!

[@SavoryCaroline]

Regarding the utensils: the ones at the top are for dessert, but as a general rule, "when in doubt, start from the out[side]" 🤓🍽

[@davidbivinsblinc32]

Hello 👋

[@hwohlleb244]

The best days are when Kara and Nate post!❤

[@JulieIreland]

Nate is right... Kara is so expressive with her eyes! Such a fun trip! Trains are always such a neat experience!

[@careylight9030]

You two are so stinkin’ entertaining! Love watching yours stuff! Kara- I prayed for you when I saw you were sick. I hope you are back at 100% by now!

[@terrinew9474]

The staff on both trains were so nice. Kara you made me laugh so hard when you were explaining the cutlery and dishes thank you. I love going on these journeys with y'all so much fun. Thank you for sharing.

[@umamitta3750]

AHHH!!!!! trains are just fantastic and with Kara and Nate, it's just even more fun 🤩✨❤️

[@Zz2424zxcvbnn]

In this video, Kara and Nate remind me of Jack Dawson dining in the first class section in the movie Titanic. They might not know all the bourgeois dining rules, but their character outmatches all in class and tact! ❤️

[@davidkelsey2864]

Thank you for making all these difficult videos just for us to enjoy. Your personalities make it so entertaining!

[@heathershobe3694]

I love a good Kara & Nate train vlog🚂 I had no idea either of these existed🤭 but wow!! They both offer such an awesome experience and the people serving on them are so kind. The food looked 🤌🏼 I agree with Nate, Kara, your eyes say so much!! Hope your eye has cleared up. Safe travels!! Stay you✌🏼

[@MrAsimomytis]

I studied in Cardiff between 1995 and 2001....it was so emotional for me to see the Central Station again and the poles......brought so many memories. For the actual video, well it was another piece of art. Thank you Team!

[@plantwithroos]

I studied in Swansea 2008-10! So fun to hear some Welsh accents 😍

[@lenniedavis1294]

It's like Titanic. Start from the outside and work your way in. lol Also the Northern Belle seems a lot better. It never fails your videos always bring me so much joy and happiness. Thank you so much!

[@adrianc767]

I've been watching you now for 4 years many many episodes and I've always said I would love to meet you guys in person. Today I see you were just 10 miles from my home in Bath!!!! I feel gutted to know you were so close and how close I was to that opportunity. Love you guys. You're my weekly comfort ❤❤

[@nicolec6032]

Love you two!! Work the silverware outside in, the top spoon and fork are desert forks that are “pulled down” when it comes out. Enjoy all future adventures and thank you for taking us along!! ❤

[@ajc6208]

I just love that Kara and Nate are doing videos in Wales, it's crazy to think they're in my home country and went through Newport, my home town!

[@XOLIAXX]

I love when Kara is living her luxury pampered life, she deserves it ❤

[@user-um6lh8xw8c]

Been watching a lot of old videos lately and y’all really glowed up! Love the new styles!

[@alexswan2975]

I love your videos. No matter what you do they just have a relaxing feel to them and I always like watching them especially when I’m having my dinner. It’s comfort and food. ❤❤❤ I’m so glad I discovered you guys. Love you and thanks.

[@FireCracker-vd8pq]

Kara's inability to pronounce Creme Fraiche is the cutest thing. I wish I could take her and Nate on a day trip and teach them all the cooking terms. and what they mean. Once your eyes are opened to the culinary world, you never look back. ❤

[@Rimedur]

Its pretty good on fruit pies aswell ^^ (DK here btw)

[@Steve_Farwalker]

Kara cracks me up. I always catch myself smiling. Oh and Nate, you're cool too! Group Hug!

[@leahedwards596]

Seeing you guys come through my current city whilst about to go to my hometown was so crazy!!

[@sydneybane9881]

Watching on my break so I am using closed captioning which said you are having “hummus and toes” for lunch! Hahaha. Love this video. Thanks for taking us along on all your epic adventures!

[@TsunamiKitten56]

I love Kara and Nate's travel vlogs because not only do we get to see some BEAUTIFUL sights, but we also learn some cool historic facts! ❤️ (But I'll always love van life videos 😂)

[@carmelgrace6402]

Nate and Kate .. your are both exquisite ! Love all that you do as well as your professionalism as you present each aventure … a simple train becomes a must do … amazing .. love you guys .. I do hope that one day our paths will cross ! Hugs

[@wfroedgern]

If only my history teacher had such an endearing and engaging personality 🥹

[@davidbivinsblinc32]

Hello 👋

[@christineschildkraut8702]

So great full for you and Kara! I love living life through you both! I get to experience so many things that I will never get to do! Love you both so much!❤

[@traceypotter7669]

Thank god, I was having withdrawal symptoms 😂 Everything looked amazing, just wish you had more time to explore Wales, has a special place in my heart with my Gran being from South Wales. Also, fruit loaf with good quality butter, and a really good mature Cheddar is the best!

[@Sarah-tb5mu]

You guys are living the absolute dream life - I'm so happy to watch you experience these amazing things and places! (soooo jealous too) but you guys deserve it!!!!!!

[@lifeviz28568]

AHHHHHH I missed your vlogs so much kara and nate!!! my weekends are never complete without watching at least one new video!!! Love you guys!!! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@angeltravelstheworld]

One thing that sets you two apart from many other influencers, is your ability to include the history of a place and experience. So refreshing! You also do it in a humorous quirky way, which is unique to your channel. You guys appear to be a bit burnt out though, rushing from one experience ( country ) to the next.. hopefully off camera you have enough time to both chill, work and immerse yourself in the magic of where you are?

[@jayeley8238]

I love how no matter where they go they are so genuinely goofy and themselves! You inspire me to do fancy things even if I'm not a Blue Blood

[@annemcalpine1344]

Nate "I found an open window" 🤣 such a short and unnecessary clip but also perfect 😂❤ I love you two

[@tiffaniekoerwitz2862]

Love this and will always be excited to watch one of your videos all the way from Las Vegas!! Loved you guys for years. Thank you for letting me live through you!!