FIRST CLASS TRAIN Across Australia on The Ghan
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Date: 2023-08-28
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David
The view isn't as spectacular as the Canadian trip but I think the train (the furnishings and the train exterior doesn't look tired and old) and food is better quality (you should probably order a few dishes to try out and share rather than just the one dish, the menu looked pretty good - I would be ordering everything if I had my way ) and the view more cheerful with the sun and openness of the land. I think what people like about this trip is the arid nature of the land, the sunrise and sunset. Also, if you look at the incredible distances people had to travel in the early days, you get a feeling for the hardship they went through in the heat and cold to get around the country on dirt roads, the old buildings you see stands testament to that as you go past it. Many people have painted this landscape and it captures the red sand, blue mountains in the distance, the spiny trees which are adapted to holding moisture in dry and heat and put it all together, you have something pretty unique. Darwin has a lot of Asian influence in food as you get closer to Asia - I think it would be a pretty exciting trip to do - and relax a bit. If you incorporate the departure point, restaurants, sightseeing, then the train trip and then the destination restaurants etc. it would be a nice trip all up.
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The view isn't as spectacular as the Canadian trip but I think the train (the furnishings and the train exterior doesn't look tired and old) and food is better quality (you should probably order a few dishes to try out and share rather than just the one dish, the menu looked pretty good - I would be ordering everything if I had my way ) and the view more cheerful with the sun and openness of the land. I think what people like about this trip is the arid nature of the land, the sunrise and sunset. Also, if you look at the incredible distances people had to travel in the early days, you get a feeling for the hardship they went through in the heat and cold to get around the country on dirt roads, the old buildings you see stands testament to that as you go past it. Many people have painted this landscape and it captures the red sand, blue mountains in the distance, the spiny trees which are adapted to holding moisture in dry and heat and put it all together, you have something pretty unique. Darwin has a lot of Asian influence in food as you get closer to Asia - I think it would be a pretty exciting trip to do - and relax a bit. If you incorporate the departure point, restaurants, sightseeing, then the train trip and then the destination restaurants etc. it would be a nice trip all up.
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Cedric
I've seen quite a few train videos in different countries and lines, and although everyone's experience would be different, this would be a easy pass for me. I saw very few plus's and more minuses. The outback looked very boring, the food didn't seem appealing except for the duck and the croc dumplings. The limited ability to explore the train really would suck and excursion wouldn't appeal to me in that heat, but it's nice that they offer it. I think the ensuite bathroom, shower, and storage was a plus, that sunrise in the outback and sunset at the end was amazing.
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I've seen quite a few train videos in different countries and lines, and although everyone's experience would be different, this would be a easy pass for me. I saw very few plus's and more minuses. The outback looked very boring, the food didn't seem appealing except for the duck and the croc dumplings. The limited ability to explore the train really would suck and excursion wouldn't appeal to me in that heat, but it's nice that they offer it. I think the ensuite bathroom, shower, and storage was a plus, that sunrise in the outback and sunset at the end was amazing.
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Darth
What I find funny about Australia, is South Australia is not the most southern state in the country (that's Tasmania. It's not even the southern most state on the mainland either (that's Victoria, but it's called SA: so go figure! The Northern Territory is similar, in that it's not even the northern most point in Aus (that's Queensland. The Eastern most state (New South Wales) thinks it's south and not actually east; so go figure again! Western Australia has got it's head on straight though, as every point in WA is west of every other region in the nation.
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What I find funny about Australia, is South Australia is not the most southern state in the country (that's Tasmania. It's not even the southern most state on the mainland either (that's Victoria, but it's called SA: so go figure! The Northern Territory is similar, in that it's not even the northern most point in Aus (that's Queensland. The Eastern most state (New South Wales) thinks it's south and not actually east; so go figure again! Western Australia has got it's head on straight though, as every point in WA is west of every other region in the nation.
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Liz
So you were the annoying couple who disrupt what has to be a small yet gourmet kitchen operating at sub-optimal conditions for fine dining, unlike a fully staffed and equipped a la carte restaurant, because you are hungry and can't wait another half hour to eat with the grown ups. (let me guess. filming is discouraged to maintain privacy for others not wanting to be on camera understandably. so you asked for special treatment early lunch) or you really were just hungry.
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So you were the annoying couple who disrupt what has to be a small yet gourmet kitchen operating at sub-optimal conditions for fine dining, unlike a fully staffed and equipped a la carte restaurant, because you are hungry and can't wait another half hour to eat with the grown ups. (let me guess. filming is discouraged to maintain privacy for others not wanting to be on camera understandably. so you asked for special treatment early lunch) or you really were just hungry.
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cjh68
[5. 54] No, the 93 year timeline represents just how inept, overtime and over-budget everything is in Australia. The Chinese would have it done in two years.
Nothing ever gets done around here unless we get manpower and money from overseas.
Today, it wouldn't get off the ground at all. The Aboriginal industry would make it financially impossible. Investors would not touch it.
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[5. 54] No, the 93 year timeline represents just how inept, overtime and over-budget everything is in Australia. The Chinese would have it done in two years.
Nothing ever gets done around here unless we get manpower and money from overseas.
Today, it wouldn't get off the ground at all. The Aboriginal industry would make it financially impossible. Investors would not touch it.
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deldridg
Lovely video and thank you. My sister and I grew up in Central Australia, on a settlement (Papunya) and did many trips on the Ghan as kids in the 70s. I understand she even took her first steps on one of those trips. You have a lovely manner and thank you for all the effort you've put into making such a great video and sharing it with us. Regards from Sydney - David
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Lovely video and thank you. My sister and I grew up in Central Australia, on a settlement (Papunya) and did many trips on the Ghan as kids in the 70s. I understand she even took her first steps on one of those trips. You have a lovely manner and thank you for all the effort you've put into making such a great video and sharing it with us. Regards from Sydney - David
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Second
0: 14 I was literally working that day, when you filmed that, behind that camera is my pub, I was literally collecting glasses and watched you film that, I was curious
some of the workers on the Gahn are regulars at my pub, It's sick as
Edit: Idk if I'm stoned, but I think I deadass remember serving this dude as well, if you're watching mate, let me know
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0: 14 I was literally working that day, when you filmed that, behind that camera is my pub, I was literally collecting glasses and watched you film that, I was curious
some of the workers on the Gahn are regulars at my pub, It's sick as
Edit: Idk if I'm stoned, but I think I deadass remember serving this dude as well, if you're watching mate, let me know
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Charles
You missed the best part, between Port Augusta and Marla! You would see just how desolate South Australia is, and the new Ghan line you travelled is greener than the old Ghan line which went closer to Lake Eyre. Great video though, I'm South Australian and lived in Katherine for several years, during which my brother took the Ghan to visit.
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You missed the best part, between Port Augusta and Marla! You would see just how desolate South Australia is, and the new Ghan line you travelled is greener than the old Ghan line which went closer to Lake Eyre. Great video though, I'm South Australian and lived in Katherine for several years, during which my brother took the Ghan to visit.
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Colleen
Hi Jeb, last month did the fantastic Ghan trip. We did several off train excursions hiking in gorges, desert evenings etc so took nearly 4 full days.
What luxury! We were 'only' gold but single rooms and beds were still great and the food, drinks excellent.
Bucket list tourists! Fly over and do the train and excursions
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Hi Jeb, last month did the fantastic Ghan trip. We did several off train excursions hiking in gorges, desert evenings etc so took nearly 4 full days.
What luxury! We were 'only' gold but single rooms and beds were still great and the food, drinks excellent.
Bucket list tourists! Fly over and do the train and excursions
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FrancisB
When you said What we have back home (the apple juice) is made out of plastic I laughed out loud. Theres so much I like about food in the US, but theres some things that just dont cut it like I cant believe its not butter. Just Why? I live in France, so generally good food, but I have yet to find an amazing salad.
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When you said What we have back home (the apple juice) is made out of plastic I laughed out loud. Theres so much I like about food in the US, but theres some things that just dont cut it like I cant believe its not butter. Just Why? I live in France, so generally good food, but I have yet to find an amazing salad.
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Todor
It's a very aware and grounded human being who is so accustomed to being the center of attention to actually step aside and not only appreciate and enjoy a fellow artists gifts but to then also give them credit and admiration. You are an inspiring talent but even more inspiring young person
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It's a very aware and grounded human being who is so accustomed to being the center of attention to actually step aside and not only appreciate and enjoy a fellow artists gifts but to then also give them credit and admiration. You are an inspiring talent but even more inspiring young person
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Pauly
I mean the scenery as you past through our majestic outback is as unspectacular as scenery gets unless u enjoy staring out at mirages in barren landscapes lol. The best part is the night sky you can see the entire milky way wouldn't be many places on earth where it is clearer
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I mean the scenery as you past through our majestic outback is as unspectacular as scenery gets unless u enjoy staring out at mirages in barren landscapes lol. The best part is the night sky you can see the entire milky way wouldn't be many places on earth where it is clearer
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Zuzanna
You took a train journey across Australia and mentioned the indigenous people once. I am literally in shock that you find them so irrelevant you mentioned them ONCE! No history of colonalism and what the people suffered, I am disgusted!
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You took a train journey across Australia and mentioned the indigenous people once. I am literally in shock that you find them so irrelevant you mentioned them ONCE! No history of colonalism and what the people suffered, I am disgusted!
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Toni
Thanks for the information about the name. I lived in Adelaide for fifteen years and never knew why it had that name and camel on the side of the train. However I did know about the origin, I just didn't put it together.
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Thanks for the information about the name. I lived in Adelaide for fifteen years and never knew why it had that name and camel on the side of the train. However I did know about the origin, I just didn't put it together.
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Wen
I would like to know whether you have met or known Alexander Michael Brightman. Recently he acted in the final series of the Blacklist drama. He and you both have identical physical appearances and the same voice.
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I would like to know whether you have met or known Alexander Michael Brightman. Recently he acted in the final series of the Blacklist drama. He and you both have identical physical appearances and the same voice.
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Tony
Shame you were sectioned off from seeing the rest of the train. THE reason why I'll never have anything to do with them! Have you thought about taking the train journey from Moscow to Vladivostock? Why not?
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Shame you were sectioned off from seeing the rest of the train. THE reason why I'll never have anything to do with them! Have you thought about taking the train journey from Moscow to Vladivostock? Why not?
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Angus
How did i not know there was a train through the outback? it would be cool if they treated it like a train station so you could camp and spend a couple days truly out there, come back and get on again
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How did i not know there was a train through the outback? it would be cool if they treated it like a train station so you could camp and spend a couple days truly out there, come back and get on again
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Robert
Disney Down Under: seems the couple were in cattle class premium. A million miles of tedious landscape in between eating beans on toast. Thanks for the video: count me out.
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Disney Down Under: seems the couple were in cattle class premium. A million miles of tedious landscape in between eating beans on toast. Thanks for the video: count me out.
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CQTiger
Just watched your Canada train trip then this one. Love your relaxed commentary. We were in Gold on the Ghan as there was no platinum back then and the shower was tiny
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Just watched your Canada train trip then this one. Love your relaxed commentary. We were in Gold on the Ghan as there was no platinum back then and the shower was tiny
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Vshekar
The train joyrney is ok
But for me, it looks like the sceneries are simmilar to in india, between new delhi to kanyakumary jorney, which is more lively and active
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The train joyrney is ok
But for me, it looks like the sceneries are simmilar to in india, between new delhi to kanyakumary jorney, which is more lively and active
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Vshekar
The train joyrney is ok
But for me, it looks like the sceneries are simmilar to in india, between new delhi to kanyakumary jorney, which is more lively and active
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The train joyrney is ok
But for me, it looks like the sceneries are simmilar to in india, between new delhi to kanyakumary jorney, which is more lively and active
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Benjamin
Wow looks like such a cool experience. My wife just showed me a two day train journey from Moab, UT to Denver, CO, I think it is called the Rocky Mountains train.
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Wow looks like such a cool experience. My wife just showed me a two day train journey from Moab, UT to Denver, CO, I think it is called the Rocky Mountains train.
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Bobby
Better watch the world on National Geography from your luxurious home. That would give you a truer impression than these filthy trains. Sorry for interrupting.
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Better watch the world on National Geography from your luxurious home. That would give you a truer impression than these filthy trains. Sorry for interrupting.
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Chuck
Did you buy any Aboriginal art from they lady in the street? I believe she buys in the shop and resells.
If you did, I hope you let her keep the change.
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Did you buy any Aboriginal art from they lady in the street? I believe she buys in the shop and resells.
If you did, I hope you let her keep the change.
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Barry
That would be so boring looking at the dresser for such a long train ride. Not for me. I would be asleep most of the time, give me the ocean anytime.
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That would be so boring looking at the dresser for such a long train ride. Not for me. I would be asleep most of the time, give me the ocean anytime.
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Hel
This is a lifelong bucket list thing for me. As well as the Indian pacific journey across the centre. Thank you for sharing this beautiful trip
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This is a lifelong bucket list thing for me. As well as the Indian pacific journey across the centre. Thank you for sharing this beautiful trip
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Sarah
Hi! Loved this video. Please add official closed captioning rather than the auto-generated. Makes a heck of a difference! Thank you!
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Hi! Loved this video. Please add official closed captioning rather than the auto-generated. Makes a heck of a difference! Thank you!
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ANGOLA
We got it! It had a great shower. At least ten times it was mentioned. Most boring video all about food and shower. Quite vulgar.
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We got it! It had a great shower. At least ten times it was mentioned. Most boring video all about food and shower. Quite vulgar.
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stediasse
4: 59 There is a white van in front of the old bank that was the site of the bodies in the barrels murders in Snowtown.
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4: 59 There is a white van in front of the old bank that was the site of the bodies in the barrels murders in Snowtown.
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Riaan
Pls can you consider doing a FUL! Rovos Rail-Pretoria to Namibia tour. This is a Southern African 5 train journey. Thanks
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Pls can you consider doing a FUL! Rovos Rail-Pretoria to Namibia tour. This is a Southern African 5 train journey. Thanks
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