<strong>New additions:</strong> The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is introducing three swanky new "Grand Suites" named after cities the train covers, such as Vienna.
New additions: The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is introducing three swanky new "Grand Suites" named after cities the train covers, such as Vienna.
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<strong>Classic style:</strong> Decorated in maroon and gold shades, the Prague suite features hand-embroidered cushions and mosaic patterns.
Classic style: Decorated in maroon and gold shades, the Prague suite features hand-embroidered cushions and mosaic patterns.
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<strong>Meticulously designed: </strong>The Budapest suite takes inspiration from both Gothic and Ottoman architecture.
Meticulously designed: The Budapest suite takes inspiration from both Gothic and Ottoman architecture.
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<strong>Historic journey:</strong> The famous train, considered one of the most opulent in the world, travels throughout Europe from March to November.
Historic journey: The famous train, considered one of the most opulent in the world, travels throughout Europe from March to November.
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<strong>Prestigious suites: </strong>The first set of Grand Suites, also designed by Wimberly Interiors, received numerous awards, including the AHEAD World's Best Suite.
Prestigious suites: The first set of Grand Suites, also designed by Wimberly Interiors, received numerous awards, including the AHEAD World's Best Suite.
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<strong>Painstaking craftsmanship:</strong> "The design and careful restoration that goes into each suite, whilst respecting the original 1920s art-deco design, is extraordinary," says Gary Franklin, vice president of trains & cruises at Belmond, which operates the train.
Painstaking craftsmanship: "The design and careful restoration that goes into each suite, whilst respecting the original 1920s art-deco design, is extraordinary," says Gary Franklin, vice president of trains & cruises at Belmond, which operates the train.
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<strong>Onboard perks:</strong> Grand Suite guests are also treated to free-flowing champagne and a personal 24-hour cabin steward.
Onboard perks: Grand Suite guests are also treated to free-flowing champagne and a personal 24-hour cabin steward.
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<strong>Ultimate experience:</strong> Travelers also have access to three dining carriages and a champagne bar.
Ultimate experience: Travelers also have access to three dining carriages and a champagne bar.
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