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This is the Belmond British Pullman (sister train of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express) , the most stately of trains. It's like stepping back in time. Because, over a century ago, George Mortimer Pullman, the originator, recognised that his passengers would be accustomed to unrestrained luxury and comfort. And, in order to accommodate them, he issued orders to the finest craftsmen of the day to construct in his words "Palaces on Wheels". His instructions were honoured in every respect.
Your steward will show you to your reserved seat in one of eleven carriages, each an original masterpiece from the 1920's or 1930's with their own name and unique personality.
On board passengers are seated in either ‘coupé’s (small compartments seating up to four people) or in the open car mostly at tables for two. There is a limited number of single tables and of tables for three persons in the open car.
The train can carry up to 226 passengers and consists of 10 parlour cars, of which 5 are kitchen cars, and a service car. The carriages seat between 20 and 26 passengers in each.
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The service, like your journey, will be calm and unruffled. Settle back into your deeply comfortable seat and be transported into another age while Britain's glorious countryside unfolds past your window.
Step aboard and return to an age of luxury, comfort and glamour, when service was always impeccable and life was lived at a less hurried pace; the quintessential Venice Simplon-Orient-Express experience. Plush upholstery awaits, surrounded by intricate marquetry, mosaic floors, solid brass fittings and softly-shaded lamps. Your table is set with starched white cloths, shining silver and glittering glass. The cuisine is a delight and accompanied by wines judiciously chosen to complement the fine food.
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Each carriage is an original masterpiece from the 1920s or 30's, resplendent in rare timber veneers, custom-loomed fabrics and solid brass work. Comprised of original carriages from the golden age of travel, lovingly restored with breathtaking attention to detail, each car is a symphony of intricate marquetry, inlaid mosaic floors, sparkling crystal and beautiful art deco design. Each carriage has its own name, its unique personality and its own colourful history. Even its own secrets.
The Belmond British Pullman matches destinations to your tastes; feed your artistic senses with music and magical works of art. Feast your eyes on an historic, horticultural, architectural and literary banquet. And, of course, pamper your taste palate with the finest food and wines.
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In their time, they have witnessed political and financial intrigue, uproarious celebrations and scandalous liaisons.
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The British Pullman luxury train operates from London Victoria Station , sometimes with a steam engine. The British Pullman is the English luxury train with Venice Simplon-Orient-Express on the historic 'orient express' route.
The British Pullman luxury train offers day excursions with fine dining; visit iconic destinations in England & Wales. Shorter dining experiences run non-stop round trips through southern England.
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Delight in the elegance of the beautiful British Pullman carriages of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express luxury train that once ran on the legendary 1920s services such as the Brighton Belle and Golden Arrow.
Each carriage interior is different with exquisite marquetry and plush armchairs. The tables are elegantly dressed with glasses, crisp linen and beautiful flowers.
The British Pullman carriages have their own story to tell. For example, Minerva has Edwardian-type marquetry, Zena was used in the film 'Agatha ', while Perseus was reserved for Royalty, visiting Heads of State and as Winston Churchill's funeral carriage.
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Menus on the British Pullman feature the finest seasonal delicacies from the British Isles. Each dish is freshly prepared using ingredients from mainly UK suppliers. Each meal is paired with the finest wines. Special diets are accommodated.
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This "award-winning attraction", which is also coming soon to Manchester and Edinburgh, has been described as the "ultimate interactive gaming experience, where punters feel like they're part of an immersive world", said The Sun . Visitors have their own "multi-sensory Immersion Pod", where they don their VR kit to experience other worlds. Scenarios include The Island, with 16 experiences, including "a zombie apocalypse, desert, the open sea, jungle and more", all enhanced by "temperature, wind and rumble effects", which help to make the VR experience "as immersive as possible", said Radio Times .
In a homage to "Murder on the Orient Express", this immersive dinner show, departing from the fictitious Pedley Street Station, sees guests cast as "train passengers in the glamorous golden age of rail, with a mystery to be solved", said Time Out . Enjoy a "delicious four-course meal with a side of theatrical flair", said Secret London , on this upmarket night out, where you're encouraged to dress in period costume. "But don't let yourself be swept up in the luxury," said the website, because this is The Murdér Express and "danger could be lurking in every immaculate corner".
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Immerse yourself in the most famous luxury train carriages in the world onboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express as you are transported across Europe and back to the Golden Age of Travel. Authentic polished woods, sumptuous upholstery and antique features set the scene as you are transported back to the 1920’s, where true luxury was found on the rails. The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is truly remarkable and any journey aboard will evoke memories to be cherished for years to come. A decadent journey back to the 1920’s, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express offers elegant cabins complete with rich details including fine fabrics and glossy wood panelling that take you back in time. During the day, twin cabins let you admire the scenery as you are whisked across Europe, then as night falls, they are transformed into inviting bedrooms that allow you to sink into sumptuous comfort, all the while as the world goes by. Simply put, there is nothing else quite like it. The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is the epitome of luxury on rails and offers an exquisite experience on every journey, whether between London and Venice or Paris and Istanbul. Dedicated to offering opulence at the highest quality, a journey on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is one to treasure forever and the ideal escape to an adventure only heard of in story books.
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The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Bar Car
Enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail on board the train and soak up the unique atmosphere in the bar car complete with a baby grand piano! Let the head mixologist, Walter Nisi, create a cocktail for you to enjoy including the “Guilty Twelve” which is a secret combination of eleven spirits plus champagne invented by Walter to celebrate the 12 characters in Agatha Christie’s famous book – Murder on the Orient Express.
You can also head to the champagne bar to enjoy a glass or two from a selection of chilled vintage Champagnes.
After dinner, return to the bar car where the convivial atmosphere continues until the very last client call it a night. The after-dinner cocktail of choice is the Pousse Café du Train.
The Bar Car (3674) was built in France in 1931 and based at the Gare Saint-Lazare in Paris. After the war it ran as part of the Sud Express from Paris to Irún on the Spanish border and from Paris to Toulouse in Le Capitole.
Today it boasts a beautiful, Art Nouveau-style interior by Gérard Gallet and even manages to incorporate a baby grand piano within the carriage.
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The Venice Simplon Orient Express is possibly the world’s most iconic luxury railway journey. This legendary train service offers you a truly unique travel experience. Embark on this classic train journey from London to Paris and onwards to the incomparable city of Venice.
As soon as you board the Venice Simplon Orient Express you will step back in time to a bygone era of luxury rail travel. Experience the glamour and romance of the golden age of railways. Marvel at the beauty of the immaculate blue and gold carriages and the sumptuous compartments.
Once on board, you can relax in your beautiful 1920s private compartment, complete with wood-panelling and brass fittings, where soft towels and crisp linen await you. Attended to by a personal steward throughout your journey, travelling via the Venice Simplon Orient Express is simply the journey of a lifetime. As this iconic train winds its way across Europe, experience fine dining in the stunning dining carriage, enjoying gourmet meals and listening to live piano music as you take in the breathtaking scenery.
As day breaks you awake to ever-changing views as you travel through Switzerland towards Italy. Take in the Swiss Alps over breakfast, the Italian Dolomites and Brenner Pass over lunch and afternoon tea before you cross the lagoon to the floating city of Venice. There really is no finer way to travel than a luxury rail holiday aboard the sublime Venice Simplon Orient Express.
At Planet Rail, the luxury train travel experts, we will tailor every aspect of your trip from start to finish, to ensure you experience a holiday to cherish for ever.
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Leo Varadkar denies softening language on Gaza during US trip
The Irish premier has said he will use the platform of St Patrick’s Day to press US President Joe Biden to back a ceasefire in the Middle East.
The Irish premier has denied softening his language on Gaza throughout his week-long series of engagements in the US.
Leo Varadkar has said he will use the special platform of St Patrick’s Day to press US President Joe Biden to back a ceasefire in the Middle East.
He has referenced the conflict during several speeches in Boston and Washington, DC, as part of a week of engagements which will include meetings with Mr Biden.
At the start of the week in Boston, Mr Varadkar told the crowd that “innocent men, women and children” in Gaza should not be subject to collective punishment.
He told the audience that “no-one can avert their eyes” from the deaths of thousands of children in Gaza.
However, during an address at the Ireland Funds gala in Washington on Wednesday, Mr Varadkar said that Palestinian civilians are being subject to “humiliation and starvation” during the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
Asked by reporters on Thursday if his use of the term “humiliation” rather than explicit references to death was an indication of rolling back his rhetoric, Mr Varadkar said: “No, not at all.”
He said he would not be softening his tone or language on the issue but said there was a need to tailor messaging to specific audiences.
“There’s nothing I wouldn’t say here that I wouldn’t say back home.
“But I think any time you speak to any audience, or any time you go anywhere in the world, you know, we have to get the tone right and tailor the message for the audience.”
He added: “What I said back home, about Palestine and Gaza, I’ll be saying here too and I think I’ve used the term collective punishment in relation to Palestinians.
“And we all know what that means, it’s a violation of international humanitarian law.”
Mr Varadkar’s Washington comments on Gaza also received a more lukewarm reception than preceding remarks on continued support for Ukraine.
Asked if he believed the reception to the comments was an indicator that it was going to be difficult to raise the Middle East conflict with Mr Biden, Mr Varadkar said: “I suppose it depends on the audience.
“I was really encouraged by the response in terms of what I had to say about Ukraine because we need America in this battle to save Ukrainian democracy and sovereignty and independence, and I don’t think the war will stop in Ukraine.
“If Ukraine falls, Putin will have another target – and there’s a number of European prime ministers in town today, I’m not the only one, and we’re very much trying to put that message across to our American friends.
“If Putin is successful in Ukraine, he will at some point test Nato, and the consequences then for all of us are very serious.
“So I’m very keen to use any opportunity I have to speak to US Congressional leaders in particular about getting the legislation passed to provide the funding and support for Ukraine that it needs.
“I appreciate that there will be difference of opinions in relation to Israel and Gaza – you know, there’s very strong historic support for Israel in the US, for lots of different reasons, but that’s not going to deflect me from saying what I feel needs to be said.”
Mr Varadkar said there had not been any negative reaction to his remarks on Gaza during the trip so far.
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