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PASSPORT
Portofino
A Riviera Affair
If Tuscany's rolling hills evoke serenity,
the Portofino journey is all about Riviera
glamour. Departing Paris, the train winds
through the glitzy French Riviera, offering
views so stunning they could make diamonds
seem dull. e brand-new L'Observatoire
sleeper car, designed by renowned artist
JR, debuts on this route in March 2025,
combining contemporary artistry with
Venice Simplon-Orient-Express elegance.
Your destination? Splendido, the iconic
Belmond hotel perched above Portofino's
azure coastline. Recently unveiled after a
dazzling renovation, the hotel's new spaces
include a Dior Spa, a signature bar, and a
reimagined La Terrazza restaurant. Days are
spent indulging in saltwater poolside bliss,
exploring Portofino's charming Piazzetta,
or embarking on nature trails and kayaking
excursions. Evenings culminate in opulent
dinners and cocktails under the stars, in the
same spaces once frequented by Elizabeth
Taylor and Humphrey Bogart.
