Train Journey Through Europe: A Postcard Expedition

Overview

• The narrator and their dad embark on a train trip through Europe to recreate postcards from their youth.
• The journey starts in Rome and concludes in Budapest.

Train Experience

First Train: Rome to Venice

• Basic Seat:
  • Features: table, trash can, outlet, free Wi-Fi, small TV.
  • Comfortable seating, spacious environment.
• Amenities:
  • Train bathroom: equipped with hand soap and water.
  • Snack car available with authentic Italian food (pizza and cappuccino).
• First Stop: Milan before arriving in Venice.

Second Train: VIP Seat

• Features:
  • Extensive legroom, personal dining menu, reclinable seat, personal private table.
  • Enjoyed a delicious dinner, which included multiple courses.
• VIP Bathroom:
  • Smaller but functional, with basic amenities.
• Business Room:
  • Noted for its purpose of meetings, but used for leisure instead.

Arrival in Venice

• Celebrated arrival with a boat taxi ride.
• Explored Venice and took a postcard photo with their dad.

Next Train: Suit Dress Code Incident

• Encountered a strict dress code for the next train ride: business professional attire.
• Narrator humorously shares their struggle with wearing jeans vs. appropriate attire.

Third Train Experience: Luxury Travel

• Private Suite:
  • Features of the Grand Suite: full bed, couch, private bathroom with shower, complimentary items.
• Dining Experience:
  • Multiple courses for lunch and dinner, including fancy dishes and desserts.
• Personal Steward:
  • Attentive service, providing special requests like milk and cookies.

Final Train Leg: Journey to Paris

• Final Thoughts:
  • Missed their dad during the experience, creating emotional reflections on their journey.
• Breakfast in France:
  • Relished an extensive breakfast before arriving in Paris.

Conclusion

• The importance of spending time with their dad through the trip.
• Reflections on how the journey was a fulfillment of childhood dreams and spending quality time.
• Ended the series with a note about their dad enjoying pizza in Venice.