I used this service many times. There was only one sleeper car
attached to the boat train, complete with attendant in starched white
coat. I never used to book. It was always possible to get a berth,
usually in a compartment to yourself. I suppose that says it all and
explains the demise of the service. I know this is about trains, but I
have posted it because I think it makes the point that "seamless
travel" existed long before the phrase was coined. A pleasant sea
journey from Dun Laoghaire on the St.Columba leading into a civilised
and comfortable journey to London with efficient use of one's sleeping
hours. How different to the hustle and bustle by air nowadays. Arrival
at Euston with tea and biscuits in those big green railway cups! Oh
the memories.