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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Travel
Helen Coffey

Orient Express to swap rails for sea with launch of world’s largest sailing ship

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The Orient Express, best known for its illustrious history of running luxury trains, is setting its sights on the sea.

The brand has plans to launch the world’s largest sailing ship, called Silenseas, in 2026.

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