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If you caught TPG’s guide to the best places to travel in 2024<\/a>, which we released toward the end of last year, you spotted us getting extremely excited about train travel.<\/p>\n

We’ve been trumpeting the glorious return of rail for some time now. With a slew of exciting new high-speed routes launching this year \u2014 alongside luxe sleepers and various other show-stopping itineraries \u2014 2024 could see a much-needed rail renaissance.<\/p>\n

Here’s a peek at some of the most exciting trains you should seriously consider taking in 2024.<\/p>\n

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The return of the Eastern & Oriental Express<\/h2>\n

In a standout moment for luxury rail, 2024 will see the revival of Belmond’s Eastern & Oriental Express<\/a>, which will finally return to Southeast Asia in February since pandemic-related restrictions were lifted. Its return will feature restyled trains comprising eight sleeper cars, two restaurant cars, a piano bar and its iconic open-air observation car.<\/p>\n

Passengers will be able to choose between two brand-new high-end itineraries. The three-night “Essence of Malaysia” will journey between Singapore and Penang \u2014 stopping off at Kuala Lumpur and the island of Langkawi (via private boat) along the way \u2014 and will operate between November and February. The “Wild Malaysia” experience will operate March to May and again between August and October. This journey will go from Singapore along the eastern side of the Malay Peninsula \u2014 stopping at Taman Negara National Park and Penang before returning to Singapore.<\/p>\n

Prices start at around $3,410 per person for this once-in-a-lifetime rail adventure.<\/p>\n

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Brussels to Dresden and Prague with European Sleeper<\/h2>\n

Following its launch in 2023, the aptly named European Sleeper will expand its Brussels-Berlin route onto Dresden, Germany, and Prague from May 2024. Along with connecting four of Europe’s most popular tourist cities<\/a>, the link-up promises to bolster various other rail operations by providing effortless new connections via the European Sleeper’s Brussels hub. This will be of particular value to those looking to extend their potential destinations when traveling through Europe aboard the iconic Eurostar.<\/p>\n

The trains will have various couchette beds and recliners alongside sleeper cabins to cater to travelers of all budgets.<\/p>\n

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Ultimate luxe with Orient Express’ La Dolce Vita<\/h2>\n

In late 2024, we’ll be graced by the launch of one of the most opulent rail experiences in existence, the Orient Express La Dolce Vita<\/a> train.<\/p>\n

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Created by hotel group Accor, the art-deco style cabins of the La Dolce Vita will likely set a new standard for luxe-rail operations with its haute cuisine services, world-class bartending and slick stylings.<\/p>\n

Passengers will have the choice of eight itineraries that span either one or two nights. Highlights include a Sicilian<\/a> service starting and ending in Palermo via Agrigento and Taormina (but not before it passes by Mount Etna). Other itineraries include a romantic route from Rome to Venice<\/a> with a stop at Siena.<\/p>\n

Pre-booking for the La Dolce Vita opened on Dec. 6, 2023, here.<\/a> Space is sure to go quickly on this one.<\/p>\n

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