96 hrs on Worlds Best Luxury Sleeper Train - Rovos Rail Royal Suite
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Today I'm taking the famous Rovos Rail luxury train for 96 hrs across South Africa. Join me on this adventure from Cape Town all the way up to Joberg. Together we'll experience what's been named the world's most luxurious sleeper train, from inside the best room onboard (the Royal Suite) to the various dining rooms, the observation deck and even my ensuite bath!
I used my friend Jarvis’ luxury travel agency: theluxurytraveller.com to book this trip. He assisted no end in arranging all the finer details of the this once in a lifetime adventure.
0:00 - Introduction
3:22 - My Royal Suite
9:24 - The Shower
11:09 - First stop
13:53 - Observation car
18:03 - The Lounge
20:26 - Ensuite Bath
22:00 - The Cost
24:00 - Formal Dinner
Thanks so much for coming along on this adventure with me. I have a packed next few months coming up (Millie is returning to the channel too)... but if you have any suggestions of unique luxury trains, planes or even ships let me know :)
i wanna go with my family ,so i wanna know if there were any security issues?
Hi, I think you might enjoy the Belmont Simplon Eastern and Oriental Express from Singapore to Bangkok. And if you want to get your feet wet have a look at the SS Sudan the last original paddle steamer to ply the Nile from Luxor to Aswan. I can recommend both trips. But in truth Sir your take on any travel experience will be entertaining!👍
I’m a new subscriber, why are you always wearing a NASA pin and NASA clothing? I’m really curious.
How did you get the job ::))
How do I get that job ::))
looks like such a magical experience✨ not jel at all 👀
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Anyone know this person?
Feel like I've heard the name before...
@@trollofduty007 Sounds like a nice name for an app or something where you can watch videos.
The main reason I watch these is so I can enjoy and imagine luxury without having to pay for it but he is just a joy to watch as he travels the world with us and makes me feel so happy the more I watch these
absolutely
Sometimes I love it then some days it makes me sad because I'll never get to travel anywhere
Peasants like us will never see this in our lifetime.
Being South African born and bred, and having driven across the Karoo, it all looked so familiar. There is a energy in the ground in Africa and unless you have been there you don't understand it. It made me feel both so homesick but also proud to see the scenery, the sunsets and the beautiful train and proper luxury from a era long ago that is far more luxurious than anything modern that is touted as 'luxury' or 'premium' which don't hold a candle to this - this is proper old school luxury and attention to detail at it's finest. A fabulous video and journey and a new subscriber to your channel too! Thanks again fella.
Gotta say, I love your direction and shot framing. It must be so much work taking establishing shots, sitting yourself walking into a room from behind, etc. All the blocking, framing, and editing are top notch!
Terrific 🎉
I cannot help but have a big cheesey grin on my face as I watch this lovely young man on his adventures and feeling excited for him. His English manners and infectious smile really help make this such a pleasurable channel to watch no matter where he is in the world.
Thank you so much for your kind words. Means a lot and I’m so glad you like the content 🙏🏼
Yes I agree, he’s very enthusiastic, likeable and most importantly not egotistical, look at me types unlike some on TH-cam who make airline vlogs.
Agreed!
Freemason?
the dickridin is outrageous 🤣
I've recently discovered your channel and can't tell you how much I've enjoyed watching your adventures. Being chronically ill, I'm unable to do this kind of thing myself so it really is lovely to be able to experience them through you.
Yeah for real found his channel the other day been watching all his stuff , and yeah same here I haven’t been able to expericance this so it’s cool to see this sort of stuff
Same Here!
This hit my heart. I'm also grateful discovering this channel as the pandemic has limited us from traveling.
Dont mean to butt in , but i have made a channel for those who cant travel to Ireland , weather its financial or illness , i do boring virtual walking tours , makes you feel like its you walking there , so its not clip to clip to clip , but its the full walk from one corner to another , some find it boring , but some do enjoy it , you can take a look , it may interest you , or it may not , Note i already gave the fair warning it could be boring lol
@@GrandWalkingTours I'm sure it's fantastic to those that like your style, one man's boring is another's adventure, don't put your self down.
Kid is making the push to 1M. So proud to have been here since 36K and the incredible job that you’ve done! Watch you as a fam for inspiration “one day”. Thank you Will!
can i just say how much i appreciate all the love and work you put into your videos. i've been binging your channel for the past several weeks which have been quite stressful for me, but your videos bring me a great deal of comfort. it's so lovely seeing you experience so much of what this world has to offer and your pleasant journeys are a much needed reminder of how worthwhile and incredible life can be. i missed millie this train ride but im glad to see she's returning soon. thanks again so much for all the care you put into your channel!
I just howled with laughter at the Istanbul train flashback 🤣 The Sweatbox Express!! From odious to opulent indeed. This one looked absolutely phenomenal!
haha ikr
@@DyslexicMitochondria ur username made me click on ur profile. Ur channeI is a hidden gem bro
For sure
i had to skip that part because i didn’t even want to remember the horror 😭
Awesome to see my home country represented. After moving to another country, I realised just how much South Africa prides itself on customer service and a tailored experience. There’s nothing quite like it!
Agreed! I really miss it :(
I have no connection with South Africa, but that train looks amazing, my favourite wines are from South Africa, and my go to for gorgeous wines, never mind France, South Africa 🇿🇦 🌍 is my choice 😀
I badly wanna visit your home country, very soon.
I’m half South African and I just got back from a trip to SA. Even in shops the costume service is next level, really puts the Brit’s to shame 🙈
@@rosebud040686 come back home
Brings back fabulous memories of my trip on Rovos rail from Pretoria through Botswana and on to Victoria Falls.
Spectacular trip.
As a South African it's pretty awesome to see it displayed under such a good light.
It's not an authentic South African experience without loadshedding however but I'm glad it didn't majorly impact your enjoyment of the journey.
Keep up the great content!
You wouldn't get the full South African experience with out loadshedding! 😂
@@arkangel6281So true 🤣🤣
Quite embarrassing
Bro 😂
Damit our loadsheding just ended an hour ago 😂🤣best video on TH-cam EVER!!!
Ugh why can’t more trains be like this? This looks like an awesome experience
@@guy_called_Odin thank you for this info! I’ve only been in a coach Amtrak car
Check out the Autumn Colors Express. They have a lot of the old American Orient express equipment on that train that runs in October.
Rewriting de-lee-ted comment. The American Orient express was a train that ran until 2008 when the economic crash happened. It was the level of quality and comfort seen in this video above. Great to see that there are still trains that run like that in the world. Thankfully, many of the cars of the AOE got "saved" and are now in the hands of private individuals, collectors, museums, heritage railroads, and historical societies.
Cuz people need more affordable trains lol
@@722sasuke You missed the point of the video. This is a vacation, not a mode of common point-to-point transportation.
OMG I did a similar journey from Cape Town to Pretoria 10 years ago on ROVOS rail in the deluxe suite on my 40th birthdays and it is a journey I will NEVER forget… As you say, the food and the service were both amazing and I would do it again in a heartbeat… My journey was (sadly) only 2.5 days, but Kimberly and the BIG HOLE was quite spectacular… I get your point that you needed down time, but you missed out… That hole is HUGE!!! Thank you for bringing back memories for me… Just GORGEOUS!!!
Wow! Pretty smooth Will. Another great adventure you’ve brought us. Thank you as always.
Best TH-cam Chanel 100%
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And the cutest and sexiest vlogger!
@@jalaluddinkhan766 hi daddy
Yes
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I am sooooooo proud to say that I am from South-Africa 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦 and I am so glad that you enjoyed the experience
It’s a complete package to watch-drinks,food,scenery & the gorgeous train.❤️
I love this train , I did my travel agent practice on this train and a year later my tour guide practice. Love this train.
I don’t subscribe to many channels as I’m not a huge social media type of person but I literally cannot wait for the latest of Will’s travel adventures. The way they are edited, the honest and frank opinions all done with massive charm are just intoxicating to watch. I am so envious of Will’s travels but not at all in a negative way as they are put together so inoffensively. This has been the best video to date in my opinion and although I have never been to South Africa I would do this trip all day long. Cheers Will, already looking forward to the next video.
What a magical experience. Great video! Thanks for sharing 😊
Great video thank you for letting us join you on your wonderful travels. I really enjoyed watching this film and you sampling wonderful food and stopping at beautiful points on uoir journey. You have a great natural gift for this and manner.
Our South African 🇿🇦 pride and joy. Hello from Johannesburg South Africa.
as a poor american I really do enjoy these kinds of videos. I feel like I am traveling with you and others as y'all show us your journeys. I feel like I am on a mini vacation and I just love it. what a way for a person with limited means to relax on the weekend. thank you.
I love your train videos. Brings back childhood memories. Riding the train (Algoma Central Railway). Back in the 1960s-1970s. From Sault Saint Marie. To my grandparents hunting and fishing lodge in Canada. Not to far from Agawa Canyon .it was at mile marker 93. Trains sure have changed.
Awww, I have fond memories of taking the Algoma train in the 1970s. My parents, aunt, uncle, 4 cousins, my 3 siblings, and my grandma and grandpa. Beautiful scenery! My grandpa did just “rest his eyes” for a bit - I can picture him napping! He was a kindly, garden-loving soul ❤️
I love your humor! Thanks for taking us all along with you. I'm a solo traveler myself so it's fun to watch someone traveling alone and what they do.
This video made me a subscriber. I have recently discovered your videos and I simply can not get enough of it. I may never be able to travel luxury style but through your videos I can get at least an idea on what it could be like. The way you talk and present your journeys lets me dream on being on the same journey. Looking forward for your next vlogs.
Living my travel dreams vicariously through your Vlogs. It cost me way less this way. Love the trips and destinations you present to us every week.
me too , and i love these for inspiration , gives me goals on things to see an do myself
I'm so glad you traveled on our Pride of Africa. I did the trip from Pretoria to Cape Town in 2019. The detail in everything is mind blowing. The Staff are fantastic. Missed Millie. Please come back with her. So glad you had a great time. 💕
Love the way you do your videos will, it's like we are actually with you.
Found you by chance on utube.
Watching from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺
Wow. I have just added this to my bucket list. Loving all of your videos. Great work 👏
Will I am a South African who has been following your trips the last while. It put a smile on my face that the picture you chose for the Drakensberg at 3:17 is one taken at Dragon Peaks Park in the central berg, which is my family's property. One of the most beautiful places in the world, I hope you get to visit it at some point.
He must take metro rail the 3rd class
@@babynurseryrhymes8252 Why you gotta expose us like that?😂😂
And also, what metro rail?😂😂
Completely enthralled with every aspect of this trip especially the dining experiences! Fabulous royal suite! A delight to watch, with your enthusiasm permeating the camera 😊! Thank you 😊!
Went on the ROVOS RAIL just six months ago, met Bianca a lovely lady..this is one of the finest train rides in the world with excellent personalized service and a travel experience that lives up to its five star reputation..with absolutely breathtaking scenery throughout the journey.
Highly recommended!
I’d like to travel with this guy for just one day. Always finds some of the best ways to travel that I’ve not considered previously
Loved this and the Orient express. Hands down my two favorite videos you've done. Excited for what's next.
I live in South Africa and I didn’t even know about this train experience 👀
Also it’s always quite hilarious when people not from South Africa have to experience loadshedding as we’re so use to it happening in the country 😂
Glad you had a wonderful time and loved to see a video of my country
i know someone who lives in SA and she was telling me about that. It must suck to be honest
😂 I was thinking the same thing! Had no idea this train existed. I know The Blue Train here so I wonder how it stacks up to this.
And agree! Really excited to see a video of our wonderful country. 😁😁😁😁
@@davidthaler7018 not only beyond South Africans. Beyond most average traveller's.
i also didn't know about it. wonder how much a ticket is. would be so. great to go one day.
@@sherryramirez6329 losdshedding sucks at night but then again its only for 2 hours at a time if all goes as it should. most ppl have generators and such things now.
Thank you. I absolutely love watching your channel, I have always wanted to travel the world, but have not had the opportunity. Watching you it feels like I am actually experiencing the trip with you. Thank you so very much.
I've been on the blue train in south africa, now its nothing like as luxurious as the rovos train but still very luxurious, its worth a trip if you can. My trip was from Johannesburg to capetown. Keep up the good work, great video's. 👍
WOW this is just ridiculously incredible. And from one of my favourite TH-camrs as well, the perfect combo!
Absolutely stunning train can only dream about such adventures that you have taken 😊👍🏾❤️
I never imagined of such train journeys. Thanks for sharing.
What an absolute pleasure and privilege to watch your train travel videos. And what a surprise to see this beautiful video of our own South African Rovos Rail train experience you were able to enjoy. Wishing you many more amazing train travels and safe travels. Best wishes from Ivan Myburgh a South African living in Cape Town, South Africa 🇿🇦
What a beautiful train! Thanks for taking us all along for the luxurious ride. 😊
Hi from Hobart, Tasmania, Australia! I thoroughly enjoy your posts and this was no exception. What a beautiful train and what an experience for you to enjoy it's 1920's style and elegance. The food looked amaaazng! Looking forward to your future travels!
i love this. bookmarked rovos rail under my South Africa To-Go list!
This is my new favourite blog yet so far sending my support all the way from Toronto Canada 🇨🇦
That train looks amazing! I have only ever been on a sleeper train once in France, & it was one of the worst experiences I’ve ever had. I swore I’d never do one again, but I absolutely love the look of this train. It’s a shame the scenery stays pretty much the same throughout the journey, however I think taking it very easy & relaxing this train for a few days would be the most wonderful experience. I had never heard of Rovos before, but I’m glad I do now!
@biuor su I was wondering the same thing!
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Will seems like such an amazing guy. I’ve been following for quite a while now and I can definitely say that if I had to pick one TH-camr to have a drink with, it would definitely be him.
Thanks mate 🍻
I definitely would like to enjoy a drink with you, Will. If you were to come my way (Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia Canada), it would be my pleasure to show you around the Miners Museum, where I used to volunteer. Cheers 🍻
Thank you! I very much enjoyed this trip. It looked like you had so much fun and I’m glad you took time to rest.
wow what a life you got man, thanks for making me see how nice traveling is when you take you time on a train
Wow, You really landed on a luxurious train today. Watching the world go by in style. I loved the history and style behind it all. The food looked delicious. 🍾🥂😍❤️🇦🇺🦘
You really are living the dream dude with some of these adventures and it's wonderful for us less fortunate to experience it vicariously through you. I love this channel 🙂
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I agree. It’s so traditionally cool. His videos are very well-made when you compare them to others, and his demeanor and way of speaking complement the film completely
I find it just lovely to come along on your travels. You do a great job sharing all the details and beautiful scenery.
Hope you and your family are well and Happy Christmas to you all 😊
yay! Another LONG train video. Thanks Trek Trendy you rock!
What complete luxury! When I win the lotto…. This is on the bucket list! 😂 so proud of this South African wonder. Thanks for your excellent filming and commentary …..it was as if I was travelling with you. 😎
Great video, thanks. Seems like I will be adding this to my list of things to do soon.
Love to see your travels videos, but unfortunately I'm in a wheelchair and a double lower leg amputee, but seeing the word through your eyes is a enjoyable and interesting experience, a big thanks for sharing your life via travels.
Hi 👋 Trek Trendy. WOW, an absolutely breathtaking trip in many many aspects! Loved the scenery, the beautiful train and the sumptuous food and drink. The service of the staff above all, makes this trip definitely one to add to the list along with the Venice Simpleton, and with a much better price tag! Missed you Millie but look forward to your next adventure 😁
I'm living vicariously through trek trendy and loving it.
my father was a train driver, originally with steam loco's and when he switched to diesels, at 7 years old he gave me the chance to drive one, Trains are in my blood and every country i work in I always try to travel by train. So thank you so much for sharing your marvelous journeys.
Amazing, mate. I really love your train videos. It is sensational ☺️Well done, mate 😊
This was 100% worth the wait! Hope you’re doing good mate 👍🏼
Thanks Jon 🙏🏼
Thank you again for sharing another fabulous journey and for your delightful company!
Thanks for pointing me towards this video. Rovos has long been on my bucket list. It looks amazing and I love your videos!
Yesss! I've been hoping you would try out the Rovos Rail! I'm so excited to watch this!
Edit: This video brings back so many memories when my parents were on the train quite a few years ago. They filmed their journey on their video camera and I would always watch it as a kid. And of course it won't be South Africa without loadshedding making an appearance. I'm actually surprised that it also affects the train electricity network. It's a shame you didn't go on the Kimberley museum and Big Hole tour. The Big Hole is definitely something to see. Thank you for this video and for the amazing memories you brought back.
Been waiting for this video for a long time!!!! DID NOT DISSAPOINT🚂
I love the way you narrate your train adventure, sharing amazing things with us. Great job! It is always a pleasure to watch your videos.
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Oh yes, my bucket list to ride this train to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe then stopping on the Victoria Falls bridge. It's my dream!!!!
Really enjoyed this video so well made I thought I was a passenger on the train 🚆 this train trip is amazing
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Absolutely great work! The pacing, voiceover editing, added graphics, music, and the way you guide us through the adventure is extremely enjoyable. You can tell you pour your heart into this. Keep doing your thing man!
Thanks so much, means the world to read comments like this 🙏🏼
@@Trektrendy I have a question, do you work for NASA because you usually wear nasa merch in your vids
I am so glad your channel popped up when I logged onto TH-cam. You have such a soothing and pleasant voice; it is an absolute delight watching your videos. I cannot believe HOW BIG that bathroom is; a shower AND a bathtub??!!! Talk about luxurious!!! Watching you getting into that king size bed made me jealous. That bed looks so comfortable!! I can't believe the size of your suite; it's massive!! I love your sense of humor that they might have to wheel you off of the train after enjoying all of those wonderful meals.
Another quality content. Thank you for bringing us with you! It is indeed a luxury train.
Another amazing adventure Will, thank you. Your quiff at 1:27 really suits you. Oh and I agree crocodile tastes amazing. I had it when living in the Kimberley in Australia.
Absolutely stunning period details in those cars; six star menu; amazing Africa scenery; world class service. What's not to love about this trip? Price is surprisingly well placed for such an experience. In some ways, reminds me of the Ghan's platinum service across Australia -- and certainly affordable in compare with the Orient Express service.
I plan to take this trip based exclusively on your video.
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As a commercial longrange Pilot, i have to say; thats one of the best ways we can travel... This is exclusive and a real Experience. Worth every Penny for sure! Great Video! And 25:31 the Springbokk Drink is mandatory to try!!!!!!
Just finished your video, I've seen some luxury trains but did not realize it went to this extent, amusing to know you experienced load shedding that we endure daily. I can see why I never knew this existed because for over 100k one could buy a very decent second hand car. Thanks for the high praise of SA
I'm actually happy with all the train rides you've been going on. It's not hard to find first class tours on planes but this is a special treat
As a South African subscriber who has been binge watching your older videos since discovering your channel a couple of months ago, this video has to be my favorite. (yes I might be slightly biased🤫) I hope you enjoyed your adventure in a not so sunny, wintery South Africa as much as it looked like you did!!! Thank you for sharing your adventures with us and letting us live our travel dreams through them. I wish you many more miles of safe travel adventures
I live vicariously through your eyes, aka travels. Love the content and now subscribed thank you. 👍👏
New subscriber. Watched a lot of your content over the past several days. Enjoying your videos, especially the train ones. A lot, not all, of this stuff is mostly dreams, but it's really cool to see. Keep up the good work!
Just discovered your channel and have binged about 5 videos today. This is such satisfying watching with everyone you’d want to know included. You’ve added your own personality while also keeping it objective where needed. Looking forward to more escapism!
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I am a proud South African to see this trip through our beautiful country and to have Will experience our daily loadshedding was only slightly embarrassing for us. However I would love to see if he did the trip via train overland to Kenya also with Rovos. On a different note and maybe sadly, the state of our railway stations and abandoned trains was heartbreaking to see
You have a beautiful country sister
I haven't been watching long, so have been catching up on your adventures. This is one of my favorites, along with the Orient Express. This is the only way I'll get to travel. Thank you for taking us along.
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On my day off watching all day of your videos great video of your mom on the queen Mary always appreciate people you have in your life don't take any day for granted.. Steve from West Virginia. I really haven't traveled much but that is going to change soon. Safe travels!!
The bathroom's twice the size of the one I have at home! Also, in comparison with the Orient Express - the journey's both longer and cheaper but still just as luxurious - just depends on the flight prices to SA, I suppose.
best yr ever
I could never, never experience such an experience.......but, your channel allows me to escape for a time from my troubling life and share in your experience and dream. Thanx for allowing us to share in your travels. It's a much needed escape from my reality. 😉👍😃
About time you put on a Tie for evening meal.
Hey Trek Trendy I love your content, both about trains and planes, are you planning on going over boats and cruises? I'd love to see that as well!
Lots planned ;) - thanks so much for watching
Just noticed the counter reach 400k between the videos I watched, so congratulations on reaching 400k !! Discovered the channel a few days ago and since I dont get to travel much and have a massive fear of planes as well as a love for train travel. This is just giving me such a great opportunity to experience some form of travel through the eyes of someone else. It is lovely to see what kinds of trains are out there and even the aviation videos make me feel a little less sceptical about the idea of plane traveling. Cheers to many more fun rail bound and aviation adventures !!
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I feel for you , its only that my love of Travel outweighs my fear of flying .... not by much , but as i live on a Island .... i kinda need to fly , or speed days just to get somewhere decent , i found alcohol helps me but in 25 days im doing Ireland to Singapore and i dont think my body can take being drunk for that long lol
Thank you for sharing your adventures. You’ve taken me to places I would never ever see. ❤
I really love your videos and your attention to the details, explaining the difference foods along with history of the areas. Nice one, hope you enjoyed this trip as much as I enjoyed watching the video. Xx
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This is terrific Will, excellent filming and narrative. I can almost feel your pain with the endless provision of food and drink!! Good to see you enjoy the more exotic meats on offer. I can highly recommend a food stall at the Mindil Beach markets in NT Australia; the Roadkill Cafe, no explanation required! Keep up the excellent experiences Sir
Been so excited to see this. Read about this train journey years ago and always wanted to go, but I’m in a wheelchair so doubt it’s possible. Did you see any wheelchair accessible cabins? Least I can live the trip through this video!
They surely MUST have accessible cabins. It would be illegal in the U.K. if they didn’t
I’ve just looked on their website, it’s not wheelchair accessible but could be suitable for people with walking difficulties. Oh well I can just dream with you. x
@@sarahgodfrey6456 that’s not good. It’s really not representative of my country, it wouldn’t be allowed.
@@richplant2205 Full accessibility is rare outside of the UK and Ireland, even Southern and Eastern Europe is often very hard to find it on public transport. Memories of 6mths in a wheelchair (back injury) whilst at school, being carried up and down the stairs at the stations and at school, in the wheelchair.
@@tonys1636 😞 how retro. I guess safety has to come into the equation. But normal trains are accessible 🤷♂️
I recently came across your channel and I'm so glad I did. It's a relaxing and opulent experience without the price. One day maybe.
That was fun to watch - and we looking forward to doing that trip early next year!
A long awaited video that impresses all of us! Keep it going with the videos mate your doing well 👍🏻 (hope you reach 1 million subs one day 🤞🏻)