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Europe’s most storied train — then and now

The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express has defined luxury rail travel for nearly a century — from its Art Deco design to its storied routes across Europe. In this explainer, CNN Seasons host Laura Jackson traces the train’s history, style and cultural legacy, and explores how contemporary creators like French artist JR are shaping its next chapter.

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