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"I see that a journey on the Venice Simplon‑Orient‑Express promises opulence and nostalgia aboard meticulously restored 1920s and 1930s carriages—polished wood paneling, brass fixtures, and sumptuous interiors—while offering gourmet dining, panoramic countryside views, and routes connecting Paris, Venice, Vienna, and Budapest, with fares starting around $3,262 and special solo-traveler codes available for 2025 and 2026 departures." - Paris Wilson