In this short video I share a cool this day in history moment from 4 October 1883, when the legendary Orient Express left on its first official trip from Paris to Istanbul. I talk about the original ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Joanne Shurvell writes about travel, food, culture and fashion. The first journey of the world’s most famous long distance train ...

Paris, France (CNN)-- In 1883, what was to become the iconic Orient Express train pulled out of Paris' Gare de l'Est on its maiden voyage to Istanbul, or Constantinople as it was known at the time. It ...

Almost 140 years after the first Orient Express luxury trains changed rail travel forever, the legend continues. Orient Express, artisan of travel since 1883, announces the return of its legendary ...

In 1883, the legendary Orient Express route was launched, connecting Paris in the west with Istanbul (then Constantinople) in the east. The journey quickly became synonymous with glamour and elegance, ...

The Orient Express exhibits in Europe; first stop, Paris. Until August 31, discover the magic of the French art of travel at the Institut du Monde Arabe (World Arab Institute) through the exhibition ...