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| I never travel without my diary. One should always have something sensational to read in the train - Oscar Wilde, 1854 - 1900. |
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The Blue Train, with its aura of mystique and grandeur, has been host to statesmen and royalty alike. The routes travelled take guests through incredible scenery. Accommodation is provided for in beautifully appointed suites - each equipped with the latest modern conveniences and opulent bathrooms with gold fittings and marble tiles. Two lounges cater for your ultimate relaxation, one offering afternoon high tea and the other an after dinner Cognac. Dining aboard this train is an experience on its own. Exquisite meals are freshly prepared on board by top chefs and are complemented by the best wines South Africa has to offer.
Namibia is renowned for wide open spaces and dramatic landscapes, so a journey on the Desert Express will not disappoint. With
the uniquely shaped large windows throughout the train one is able to witness the amazing contrast between night and day.
The train has twenty-four compartments, each equipped with en suite bathrooms and guest amenities and
all passengers have access to an elegant lounge, unique bistro bar and spacious restaurant that will serve the best in Namibian cuisine.
With its headquarters at the private station in Capital Park, Pretoria, South Africa, Rovos Rail offers two beautifully rebuilt Classic trains. In a series of train journeys lasting from 24 hours to a fortnight, one is taken through scenic splendours as diverse as wildlife game reserves to the sheer magnitude of Victoria Falls. The trains - hauled by steam, diesel or electric locomotives at various stages of the journey - carry a maximum of 72 passengers in 36 beautifully decorated suites catering for your every need. Traditional furnishings and period décor ensure an atmosphere of elegance and grandeur throughout the train. |
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| From the Editor |
Travelling on a train has always conjured up images of romance and beauty for me. What better way to take in the sights, sounds and smells of a journey - sitting on a luxurious train with all the splendour and comfort one needs as well as delectable cuisine. Our Travel News edition this month gives you a small glimpse into luxury train travel through the exciting African continent. Whether you seek to explore the beauty and elegance of the South African landscapes, the mysterious deserts with their sandy dunes in Namibia or the excitement and vastness of the Tanzanian wildlife reserves - you are sure to be captivated. All the trains featured offer something for everyone and a trip on any one of them will leave you well nourished, relaxed and content.
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| Yours in Travel |
| Melissa Mann |
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Travelling on the Blue Train is sure to delight and enthrall all your senses. A five-star, magnificent moving hotel, guests are sure to be transported into a world of opulence and stateliness. |
Designed and built in Namibia, the luxurious Desert Express is an integral part of your journey here. The trains' time table coincides with the superb sunrises and sunsets experienced in Namibia. |
Arguably the most luxurious train in the world, Rovos Rail will take you on a vacation through the heart of Africa. From Cape Town to Dar es Salaam, this 14-day journey will captivate and charm you. |
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From Pretoria to Cape Town,
through the gold fields of Gauteng and produce farms of the Northern Cape, your journey on board the Blue Train will also take you to Kimberley. This city was home to South Africa's original diamond rush and its Big Hole produced 2722 kg of diamonds in its days. |
Journey from Windhoek to Swakopmund, where you will travel between the savannahs of the Khomas plateau and the incredible dunes of the Namib Desert. The train stops overnight at a lodge, an ideal base for sight-seeing tours, or extended game drives in a nature reserve. |
33 kms from Kasama, in the Northern Province of Zambia lies the Chisimba Falls -
a conglomeration of three components comprising of the main falls, Kaela Rapids, and Mutumuna Falls.
The Bemba people of the region regard this area as one of the most sacred places of power. |
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Northbound from Cape Town to Pretoria, on the first leg, one is transported through the fertile valleys of the Wine Routes into the quaint village of Matjiesfontein. Known for its historical buildings, the village was restored in 1970 and declared a national historic monument. |
The reverse route from Swakopmund to Windhoek stops overnight at a beautiful game ranch, where one is afforded the opportunity to watch the lions feeding. Blending in with the surrounding bush, the individual bungalows are spacious and private. |
In south-east Tanzania you will find the Selous Game Reserve. Most easily accessible by small aircraft, the Selous Game Reserve has remained one of the untouched gems of Tanzania’s game reserves and offers you a chance to see wild Africa at its best. |
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