Rail Travel Is the Next Big Travel Trend

Rail travel is experiencing a significant resurgence as a luxury travel trend. Increased demand and investment are driving the development of new high-end train services, routes, and destinations. Companies like Belmond and Intrepid are launching new luxury rail experiences, and night trains are becoming popular again in Europe. Notably, the Britannic Explorer (Belmond) and La Dolce Vita Orient Express (Accor/Arsenale) are highly anticipated luxury sleeper trains set to launch in England/Wales and Italy.

The Britannic Explorer from Belmond is an upcoming luxury sleeper train experience from Belmond, set to debut in July 2025. It will be the first luxury sleeper train to operate in England and Wales. This means it will offer overnight journeys, providing a unique and opulent way to explore the British Isles. The train will offer itineraries that showcase the scenic beauty and cultural highlights of England and Wales. Expect journeys that traverse picturesque countryside, historic cities, and iconic landmarks.

The Britannic Explorer from Belmond

Belmond is renowned for its high-end travel experiences, including luxury hotels and trains like the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express - think exquisite accommodations, fine dining, and impeccable service.

The La Dolce Vita Orient Express is an exciting new luxury train experience that aims to capture Italian glamour (design from the 1960s) and "the sweet life" ("la dolce vita"). The train will exclusively operate within Italy, itineraries will cover 14 Italian regions, including overnight journeys to Rome, Venice, and Portofino. The food that will be served will be curated by the three Michelin star chef Heinz Beck. The La Dolce Vita Orient Express is scheduled to begin operating in 2025.

Visit Italy by La Dolce Vita Orient Express

Train travel allows you to experience landscapes in a unique and immersive way. You can relax and enjoy the scenery as it unfolds before you, rather than focusing on driving or navigating airports.

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