Orient Express - A True Voyage in the Spirit and Style of the 19th Century
January 08, 2013Imagine
yourself tucked away in the comfort of a plush compartment on the Orient
Express enjoying the panoramic view of ever changing landscapes as you sip
Champagne, your every comfort and request attended to as another exciting
chapter unfolds in your life story…
I have always wondered
what it was like to be one of the lucky passengers on the Orient Express as the
legendary train’s wheels started to turn in 1883. Think of the excitement when
the train left Paris and steamed through the Alps, Budapest and Bucharest to
Constantinople carrying kings and celebrities. This was the embodiment of
luxury, style and impeccable service during its 1920s heyday.
In May, 1982, the legend
was reborn when the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express made its maiden run
from London to Venice. Here the spirit of the past is still palpable with its
vintage carriages, marquetry, Art Deco décor and wood trimmings.
Rich in adventure and
experience, this is a true voyage in the spirit and style of the 19th century.
Formalwear is recommended in the evenings where you’ll dine on exquisite food
and fine wines as the grand piano plays into the buzz of conversation and
laughter.
This is the ultimate
journey to travelling in style – and surely the most romantic - as you travel
back in time to another world and discover Europe with the Venice Simplon
Orient-Express.
One day, maybe I too will
be lucky enough to savour this once in a lifetime experience.
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