Out & About January 2017

epitomise the excitement and diversity of Asian metropolitan life. Step into your cabin and the scene is set for a timeless journey; sophisticated, elegant and private, by day your cabin becomes a private lounge where you can enjoy the ever- changing scenery in comfort. Dinner is a formal occasion in keeping with the lavishly decorated dining cars while the colonial-style observation car, with its open observation deck and resident pianist, is a perfect spot for cocktails. Equally lavish and luxurious, Rovos Rail offers old world class aboard Africa’s most exclusive railway service. Lovingly-restored carriages provide the perfect place to relax and revel in the diverse and beautiful landscapes through windows which open fully for maximum impact. Lush upholstery and Edwardian furnishings

add a touch of glamour to the formal dining, lounging and observation cars, while sleeper cars range from the super comfortable Pullman, to opulent Royal Suites that take up half a carriage and include a full Victorian bath. This remarkable African experience is complemented by a small army of attentive staff who will cater to your every whim. Popular journeys include the two-night Pretoria to Cape Town trip and longer trips to some of Southern Africa’s finest reserves and parks, including Victoria Falls and Kruger National Park, where you can stop and enjoy the incredible wildlife and scenery. Travel from Jasper in the heart of the Rockies, through British Columbia to the North Pacific Coast, aboard the Skeena on a two-day daylight journey. Epic landscapes fill the carriage as you journey past lakes, rivers and waterfalls,

framed by a backdrop of mountains and vast stretches of wilderness.The train’s panoramic dome car offers sweeping views of these landscapes and the wildlife that occupy it. The journey ends in the port town of Prince Rupert – gateway to Alaska and the fjord country. Luxury trains are not just a captivating way to travel, but they provide an opportunity to experience some of the world’s most breathtaking scenery in comfort. If you are inspired by any of these journeys, contact Bailey Robinson.Their team have in-depth knowledge and experience, attention to detail and special contacts around the world, to put together your perfect holiday. To find out more email: travel@baileyrobinson.com or call Bailey Robinson: 01488 689700

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