IRT Answers Guests’ Burning Questions about Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, World’s Most Famous Luxury Train
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https://media.irtsociety.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/07120359/vsoe-travels-through-switzerland-natalie_dvd.mp4 IRT Luxury Travel Associates Natalie Schuetz and Nora Elzy just returned from their inaugural journey on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express (VSOE). They sat down with us after to discuss their experience, and answer some…
Clans, Castles & Isles of Scotland
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NEW for 2025! The train will introduce two new Grand Suites (bringing the total of Grand Suites to four) and will no longer have dedicated single cabins. Single travelers will still be able…
South African Splendor on Rovos Rail’s Pride of Africa
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Rovos Rail guests await their train at Rovos Rail’s private Capitol Park Station. IRT Photo by Rachel M. Hardy By the time we arrive at Rovos Rail‘s private station in Pretoria, my colleague,…
Ecuador’s Tren Crucero: Magic Carpet Ride in a Beautiful Land
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IRT’s Owen Hardy snaps a photo from the Tren Crucero’s rear observation car. IRT Photo by Eleanor Hardy In my next life, I want to return as an Ecuadoran railway worker. Or maybe…
Maharajas’ Express Indian Splendor, Delhi-Mumbai
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The Maharajas’ Express “Indian Splendour” journey is a fabulous way to discover India’s heritage and exquisite architecture. A few highlights: admiring the legendary Taj Mahal; stalking the elusive tiger in Ranthambore National Park;…
Scotch Malt Whisky Trail Tour
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NEW for 2025! The train will introduce two new Grand Suites (bringing the total of Grand Suites to four) and will no longer have dedicated single cabins. Single travelers will still be able…
Treasures of Uzbekistan
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Answer the siren call of the Silk Road and immerse yourself in the history and culture of Uzbekistan, the “jewel” of Central Asia. This brand-new itinerary helps intrepid travelers experience a country that’s…
Trans-Canada Rail Adventure Toronto-Vancouver
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Take this legendary Trans-Canada rail tour on two first-class trains: The Canadian, with VIA Rail’s lovely service, including its luxurious Prestige Class, and the all-daylight Rocky Mountaineer train. Read More See Niagara Falls,…
Grand Taste of the Highlands
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NEW for 2025! The train will introduce two new Grand Suites (bringing the total of Grand Suites to four) and will no longer have dedicated single cabins. Single travelers will still be able…
Toasting a Classic: IRT Advisor Revisits the Belmond Royal Scotsman
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Making a grand entrance at Waverley Station in Edinburgh. IRT Photo by Angela Walker. Déjà vu washes over me as I walk into Edinburgh’s Waverley Station, where I am immediately greeted…
