A series that follows Michael Portillo around Europe as he rides on scenic railways, meeting the locals, observing the customs and detailing the history of the area and the railway line.
I watched this for the changing scenery more than anything else. In fact I figured that was pretty much all it was going to be. The history lesson aspect was a pleasant surprise and the scenery aspect was nice, though diluted.
However, the cultural stuff was rather bland and Michael Portillo seemed to visit a large amount of places that weren't that interesting. On that note, Portillo is one of the downsides of the series, coming across as quite stuffy and dull, making proceedings rather dry.
Overall it's okay but nothing more.
I watched this for the changing scenery more than anything else. In fact I figured that was pretty much all it was going to be. The history lesson aspect was a pleasant surprise and the scenery aspect was nice, though diluted.
However, the cultural stuff was rather bland and Michael Portillo seemed to visit a large amount of places that weren't that interesting. On that note, Portillo is one of the downsides of the series, coming across as quite stuffy and dull, making proceedings rather dry.
Overall it's okay but nothing more.