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Bystander Riviera supplement - train de luxe
Cover of The Bystander magazines Riviera supplement carrying an illustrated advertisement for the Train de Luxe Calais-Mediterranean Express which ran daily from Calais to the Riviera. It ran in connection with the 11am train from London Victoria (South East & Chatham Railway) and the journey took 22 hours in total. As illustrated, the train conveyed travellers to the Cote d Azur in the most comfortable surroundings. Date: 1913
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Bystander Calais Comfortable Compartment Daily Dining Express Luxurious Mediterranean Privileged Riviera Stylish Supplement Trains Travellers Waiter
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Step aboard the Train de Luxe Calais-Mediterranean Express, as depicted on the cover of the Riviera supplement from The Bystander magazine in 1913. This illustrated advertisement invites privileged travellers to embark on a luxurious journey from Calais to the Cote d'Azur, a holiday destination par excellence. The daily train, which ran in connection with the 11am train from London Victoria (South East & Chatham Railway), promised a comfortable 22-hour journey in the most stylish surroundings. The Train de Luxe offered travellers an unparalleled level of comfort and service. As shown in the image, each compartment was elegantly furnished, with plush seating and large windows offering stunning views of the passing countryside. The dining car, staffed by impeccably dressed waiters, provided sumptuous meals, ensuring that every need was catered to. The Train de Luxe was more than just a means of transport; it was an experience in itself. The journey was a testament to the golden age of travel, when the journey was as important as the destination. The Train de Luxe Calais-Mediterranean Express offered travellers a chance to unwind and indulge in the pleasures of the journey, as they made their way to the sun-soaked shores of the French Riviera. The Bystander magazine's Riviera supplement, with its stunning cover advertisement, captured the essence of this luxurious train journey, enticing travellers to experience the magic of the Train de Luxe Calais-Mediterranean Express for themselves.
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