We have traveled by car, bus, train, boat, and plane and all have advantages and disadvantages. For our connection between Brussels and London we opted for the Eurostar train (“chunnel train” – the tunnel under the Channel). It leaves from the main train station in Brussels and is comfortable and easy. We arrived early and stopped for coffee in the station. The croissants and cappuccino in the station cafe were really good. It seems that finding good bakery products in most of Europe is quite easy. American coffee/filter coffee is not as easy to find. Hence my acquired fondness for cappuccino. Here’s a picture of someone else who liked the cafe.
Proceeded through immigration and security and discovered a lovely cafe inside the waiting area! Now I know for next time. Perhaps one can check the website for the local station and find out what services exist.
The ride to London was fine – I wasn’t happy to be riding backwards, but promptly fell asleep so it really didn’t matter.
Tip: buy your Eurostar tickets in advance – they are cheaper and you get reserved seating.
So…