The article details the debut journey of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express from Paris to Tuscany, highlighting the experience aboard the train and the enchanting arrival at Castello di Casole. The writer shares personal sentiments about traveling with family and the surreal ambiance of embarking on this luxurious trip. With a backdrop of golden Parisian light, the journey encompasses an overnight train ride through picturesque landscapes, culminating in two nights at the stunning Belmond estate in Tuscany, epitomizing elegance and romance in travel.
"Arriving at the station feels surreal... we hover outside, excited and nervous in equal measure... the famous navy-blue carriages that make up the VSOE, polished to gleaming..."
"We're here, in this very glamorous, very surreal fever-dream, to take VSOE's brand new journey connecting Paris to Tuscany... one night onboard the train... followed by two nights at Castello di Casole..."
Collection
[
|
...
]