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Once again the stupid ticketing kiosks did not work in Paris Gare du Nord. This time, my reservation was found but instead of tickets, I got an error saying “There was a problem printing your tickets, please try another kiosk or go to the reservation desk”. All other kiosks being busy, I went to the … Continue reading
After weeks I finally had a chance to use the Eurostar Carte Blanche. I arrived at St. Pancras 30 minutes in advance. No line at check-in, security and immigration, and here I am. Access to the Business Lounge is granted just by showing the Eurostar Carte Blanche even when traveling on a cheap and non … Continue reading
I am frustrated with my Eurostar Carte Blanche, I still haven’t got a chance to use it. In fact, my timing is so accurate that I always arrive at the Eurostar station right when the train starts boarding about 20 minutes in advance. That doesn’t let you much time to relax in the lounge. Now … Continue reading
The stupid ticketing kiosks today could not find my reservation. I tried with both my usual credit cards and even with the Eurostar Frequent Traveller card, but they couldn’t find anything. Because I never carry the reservation number with me, I had to go to the reservations desk. No problem, they found the reservation there … Continue reading
Great surprise today! I have received a nice glossy booklet with a Carte Blanche, the premium card for Eurostar Frequent Travellers. According to the booklet this will will give me unlimited access to the Business Lounges in Paris and London, as well as privileged offers on a range of services. I never trust these privileged … Continue reading
I have to post this, because many people ask me if you can see any fish when crossing the Channel with the Eurostar. (…well measured pause…) To everyone’s disappointment, I reveal that the Eurostar train does not actually run under a glass tunnel underwater, but it runs inside an underground tunnel (under-the-ground). Sorry. For watching … Continue reading
Right, some people have asked me how is the on-board entertainment system… in fact there isn’t any. This is maybe the only negative against any airline, although you don’t get fancy entertainment systems on any short or mid haul flights either. People don’t seem to get bored though, a quick count shows that 1 out … Continue reading
Check-in and boarding with children on the Eurostar is certainly easier and less stressfull than boarding an aircraft. Access is easier, with wide door and alleys. Storage areas are more practical as there is enough room in the overhead areas for many, many bags. There are no particular seating constraints nor seatbelts to take care … Continue reading
When booking a Eurostar ticket on the Eurostar web site, you can select your seats. This is a very useful feature and after a few trips I have understood a few tipsto enjoy travelling on the Eurostar even more.
The Eurostar runs at ground level so most people don’t suffer from any issues at all. However, in particular when crossing the Channel Tunnel, there is a slight change in pressure and I often get “closed” ears that I have to pop. I have heard of a few people suffering from headaches when crossing the … Continue reading
Tales and tips from a real Eurostar Client 