Is this Europe's WORST first class train? SNCB InterCity

Описание: I rode a Belgian Intercity train in first class. It was terrible. In this video review, you will learn about the seat, the facilities and the service. Plus, you’ll experience the most beautiful train station in Europe, Antwerp central station.

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🚄 Trip details:
Route: Antwerp Central Station (Antwerpen-Centraal) to De Panne
Date: Oct. 25, 2023
Train company: SNCB/NMBS
Train type: InterCity (IC)
Class of service: First class
Paid with: Cash

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⌚ Sections in this video (Is this Europe's WORST first class train? SNCB InterCity):
00:00 | First class train in Belgium
00:18 | Antwerp Central Station is beautiful!
03:09 | Is there lounge access?
03:58 | Boarding the IC train
05:01 | Second class tour
05:15 | First class seat features
05:29 | Departure from Antwerp
06:44 | Weird vibrations on board
08:04 | Storage in first class
08:41 | Electrical outlets
09:02 | Lavatory tour
09:56 | Service on board
11:01 | Price and value for money
12:30 | The Coast Tram
12:53 | Eurostar from Amsterdam

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