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Jan 01, 2018 10:03AM
I’m joining this challenge! I will most likely go through the destinations out of order.
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Sounds good Louise...welcome!!
All Aboard the Orient ExpressDuration: 12/1/17 - ?
Status: 10/10 COMPLETED 12/31/17
All forms of books are accepted as long as they are 100 pages or more.
XX1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
❋ Read a series book #1.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in PARIS.
❋ Read a book with a blue cover.
12/8/17XX2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #6.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in DIJON.
❋ Read a book with a person on the cover dressed in formal wear (gown or tux).
12/5/17XX3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #5, or #15.
Daughter of Smoke & Bone 12/11/17
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in LAUSANNE.
❋ Read a book with a mountain scene on the cover.
XX4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #3
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in MILAN.
Marah Fly Away 12/25/17
❋ Read a book with a village or city scene on the cover.
XX5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #6, or #4.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in VENICE.
Veronika Winter Garden 12/14/17
❋ Read a book with water or a bridge on the cover.
XX6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
❋ Read a series book #5, #6, or #3.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUDAPEST.
Doris The Christmas Shoes 12/4/17
❋ Read a book with a white cover.
XX7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #5.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA.
O'Brien 1984 12/29/17
❋ Read a book with a steeple or arch on the cover.
XX8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
❋ Read a series book #3 or #7.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in SINAIA.
❋ Read a book with a green cover.
12/6/17XX9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #2 , #11 or #12.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUCHAREST.
❋ Read a book with a street scene on the cover.
12/18/17XX10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
❋ Read a series book #4 or #6.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ISTANBUL.
Lincoln in the Bardo 12/3/17 Abraham Lincoln 12/3/17
❋ Read a book that you think has an exotic cover.
traveling through Romania:
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
Rejoin the train to complete the short journey to Bucharest the capital of Romania. On arrival you will be transferred to the Athenée Palace Hilton Hotel where you will have dinner and spend the night. After dinner, you will visit the Strada Lipscani in Old Town. This portion the city was to be demolished during the communist reign so it was completely neglected. But within the last few years it has been restored and turned into a popular and trendy pedestrian zone with lots of fun shops and cafes.
❋ Read a series book #1, #2 , #11 or #12.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUCHAREST. - Dead as a Doornail by Charlaine Harris (Sookie) (1/2/18)
❋ Read a book with a street scene on the cover.
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
Rejoin the train to complete the short journey to Bucharest the capital of Romania. On arrival you will be transferred to the Athenée Palace Hilton Hotel where you will have dinner and spend the night. After dinner, you will visit the Strada Lipscani in Old Town. This portion the city was to be demolished during the communist reign so it was completely neglected. But within the last few years it has been restored and turned into a popular and trendy pedestrian zone with lots of fun shops and cafes.
❋ Read a series book #1, #2 , #11 or #12.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUCHAREST. - Dead as a Doornail by Charlaine Harris (Sookie) (1/2/18)
❋ Read a book with a street scene on the cover.
Great job finishing your journey Kim! Hope you enjoyed it :)
Rosa - you are almost there!! That's exciting!
Yes, but my next book takes me to France, not Turkey... geography was not my strongest class ;)
Update Message # 20 - Challenge completed - 19Dec17All Aboard the Orient Express!
Begins: 01Dec17 / Ends: 28Feb17
10 / 10 completed
Option 1: Complete in any order
1. Our Journey Begins in Paris ❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in PARIS - Pax or Rick - Man of His Own ✔ – 08Dec17
2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM ❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in DIJON - Daphne or David in Love, Life, and Elephants ✔ – 06Dec17
3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in LAUSANNE - Elfego (a/k/a/ Sonny) in Rio Grande Fall ✔ – 05Dec17
4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM ❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in MILAN - Mamaw in Hillbilly Elegy ✔ – 06Dec17
5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM ❋ Bridge on cover -
✔ – 12Dec17 6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM ❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUDAPEST - Trevor in Born a Crime ✔ – 13Dec17
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM ❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA - Omakayas in The Birchbark House ✔ – 19Dec17
8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM ❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in SINAIA - Santiago in The Alchemist ✔ – 17Dec17
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM ❋ Read a series book #2 - The Winter Garden Mystery ✔ – 13Dec17
10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM ❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ISTANBUL - Lina in Imaginary Men ✔ – 07Dec17
Woot! Woot! Hope you enjoyed your trip BC :)
Finished!! Almost got it all done in Dec!
All Aboard the Orient Express!!
Duration: Dec 1 - ???
Option Two
1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
It’s mid-afternoon and time to board the impressive 1920’s blue carriages of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Your personal steward will show you to your comfortable compartment which is rich in craftsmanship with plush sofas that provide the perfect spot to watch the scenery unfold. Get settled and relax with a delightful afternoon tea while watching the sun set as the train weaves through the Burgundy region of France.
❋ Read a series book #1.
Mai Tai One On by Jill Marie Landis 12/4/17
2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
As the train heads across France to Dijon it's time to dress for your dinner in one of the three luxury dinner cars. It's a formal affair so put on your best and be prepared for a 5* dining experience with stellar service. You will be served a delicious four-course dinner, prepared by skilled French chefs who use local, seasonal ingredients. Bon Appetite!
❋ Read a series book #2.
Inn the Doghouse by Heather Horrocks 12/8/17
3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
After dinner linger in the lounge/bar car, listening to the sound of the baby grand piano. Then retire to your compartment which has been transformed into an inviting bedroom with soft lighting and crisp sheets. Sleep to the sound of the train on the tracks and be ready to wake up to the glorious sight of the Alps.
❋ Read a series book #1.
Negative Exposure by Lisa B. Thomas 12/9/17
4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
Leisurely enjoy your breakfast in your compartment while the train winds its way through the Swiss Alps. As you approach the border to Italy you will experience one of history’s great engineering feats and longest railroad tunnels in the world - the 20 km Simplon Tunnel. Lunch is then served and your view changes from mountain lakes surrounded by picturesque villages to the metropolitan city of Milan.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in MILAN. - Alice
Alice in Zombieland by Gena Showalter 12/13/17
5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
Your afternoon view is filled with orchards, vineyards and fertile countryside. As the sun begins to set you see towers and domes rising above the tiled roofs. It is time to disembark as the train pulls into Venice Santa Lucia station which is located on the banks of the Grand Canal, within walking distance to both the famous Rialto Bridge and St Mark's Square. You will be spending the night in a nearby hotel giving you all evening and a good portion of the next day to explore the wonderful sights of Venice.
❋ Read a series book #1.
Daughter of Smoke & Bone by Laini Taylor 12/16/17
6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
After a glorious day in Venice you will board the VSOE just in time for another sumptuous four-course dinner - be sure to ask for a different restaurant this evening. You will spend the night onboard while the train crosses the Alps through Austria headings toward Hungary. After breakfast, spend the morning relaxing, gazing at the scenery or chatting with fellow travelers over coffee. You will arrive in Budapest after lunch and be transported to a luxury hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUDAPEST. - Abby
Must Love Ghosts by Ani Gonzalez 12/18/17
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
Today in Budapest, you will take a guided tour of this romantic city on the Danube, enjoying sights like Matthias Church, Buda Castle and Fisherman's Bastion. Your lunch will be an authentic Hungarian meal in a local restaurant. You will rejoin the train late that afternoon and perhaps enjoy an aperitif in the Bar Car before dinner as the train travels overnight to Oradea, Bulgaria.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA. - Ella
Alice, the Player by A.W. Exley 12/20/17
8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
While traveling through Romania, after lunch is served the train arrives at the charming town of Sinaia. Amongst the beautiful green forest of the Carpathian mountains, you find yourself stepping right into a fairy tale with a tour of the enchanting Peles Castle. You are actually reliving a part of history because this castle was also visited by the very first Orient-Express passengers in 1883.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in SINAIA. - Nicky
Key West Luck by Laurence Shames 12/28/17
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
Rejoin the train to complete the short journey to Bucharest the capital of Romania. On arrival you will be transferred to the Athenée Palace Hilton Hotel where you will have dinner and spend the night. After dinner, you will visit the Strada Lipscani in Old Town. This portion the city was to be demolished during the communist reign so it was completely neglected. But within the last few years it has been restored and turned into a popular and trendy pedestrian zone with lots of fun shops and cafes.
❋ Read a series book #1.
Sew Deadly by Elizabeth Lynn Casey 12/30/17
10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
You rejoin the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express for the last leg of your journey. The train travels south across the Danube and into the rural countryside of Bulgaria. Lunch and dinner are served and you will spend your final night on board. In the morning the train enters Turkey and crosses the beautiful Thracian Plain. That afternoon, the VSOE arrives at your destination ending a fascinating and unique journey across several countries and cultures. Have fun exploring the exotic city of Istanbul.
❋ Read a series book #4.
Rory, the Sleeper by A.W. Exley 1/5/18
Wonderful job Sunshine!! You did great :)
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM❋ Read a book with a steeple or arch on the cover: Absolution By Murder by Peter Tremayne 1/3/17****
I finally tore myself away from lovely Budapest!! Next up the castle!!!
Just left Budapest as well, Jan!✔ 7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
Today in Budapest, you will take a guided tour of this romantic city on the Danube, enjoying sights like Matthias Church, Buda Castle and Fisherman's Bastion. Your lunch will be an authentic Hungarian meal in a local restaurant. You will rejoin the train late that afternoon and perhaps enjoy an aperitif in the Bar Car before dinner as the train travels overnight to Oradea, Bulgaria.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA.
It Happens All the Time by Amy Hatvany 1-5-2018 | 4* {Amber}
woohooo! made it to Istanbul! Another city I really want to see in RL!
10/10 Option Two
1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
❋ Read a series book #1. - Better Off Dead by H.P. Mallory (Lily Harper #1) (11/30/17)
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in PARIS.
❋ Read a book with a blue cover.
2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #6.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in DIJON. - Damselfly Inn by Cameron D. Garriepy (Nan&Joss) (12/11/17)
❋ Read a book with a person on the cover dressed in formal wear (gown or tux).
3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #5, or #15. - Ghost of a Chance by Cate Dean (Maggie Mulgrew #1) (12/19/17)
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in LAUSANNE.
❋ Read a book with a mountain scene on the cover.
4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #3
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in MILAN. - Third Girl by Agatha Christie (Ariadne Oliver) (12/25/17)
❋ Read a book with a village or city scene on the cover.
5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #6, or #4. - Hunter
by H.J. Perry (Elsewhere #1) (12/27/17)
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in VENICE.
❋ Read a book with water or a bridge on the cover.
6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
❋ Read a series book #5, #6, or #3.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUDAPEST. - In Too Deep by Tracey Alvarez (Piper) (12/30/17)
❋ Read a book with a white cover.
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #5. - The Christmas Secret by Jeannie Watt (Marvells of Montana #2) (12/31/17)
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA.
❋ Read a book with a steeple or arch on the cover.
8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
❋ Read a series book #3 or #7.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in SINAIA.
❋ Read a book with a green cover. - Dead Men Don't Swing by Karen H. Vaughan (1/1/18)
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #2 , #11 or #12.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUCHAREST. - Dead as a Doornail by Charlaine Harris (Sookie) (1/2/18)
❋ Read a book with a street scene on the cover.
10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
❋ Read a series book #4 or #6.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ISTANBUL. - Taking Charge by Serenity Woods (Sebastian) (1/6/18)
❋ Read a book that you think has an exotic cover.
10/10 Option Two
1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
❋ Read a series book #1. - Better Off Dead by H.P. Mallory (Lily Harper #1) (11/30/17)
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in PARIS.
❋ Read a book with a blue cover.
2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #6.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in DIJON. - Damselfly Inn by Cameron D. Garriepy (Nan&Joss) (12/11/17)
❋ Read a book with a person on the cover dressed in formal wear (gown or tux).
3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #5, or #15. - Ghost of a Chance by Cate Dean (Maggie Mulgrew #1) (12/19/17)
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in LAUSANNE.
❋ Read a book with a mountain scene on the cover.
4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #3
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in MILAN. - Third Girl by Agatha Christie (Ariadne Oliver) (12/25/17)
❋ Read a book with a village or city scene on the cover.
5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #6, or #4. - Hunter
by H.J. Perry (Elsewhere #1) (12/27/17)
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in VENICE.
❋ Read a book with water or a bridge on the cover.
6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
❋ Read a series book #5, #6, or #3.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUDAPEST. - In Too Deep by Tracey Alvarez (Piper) (12/30/17)
❋ Read a book with a white cover.
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #5. - The Christmas Secret by Jeannie Watt (Marvells of Montana #2) (12/31/17)
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA.
❋ Read a book with a steeple or arch on the cover.
8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
❋ Read a series book #3 or #7.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in SINAIA.
❋ Read a book with a green cover. - Dead Men Don't Swing by Karen H. Vaughan (1/1/18)
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #2 , #11 or #12.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUCHAREST. - Dead as a Doornail by Charlaine Harris (Sookie) (1/2/18)
❋ Read a book with a street scene on the cover.
10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
❋ Read a series book #4 or #6.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ISTANBUL. - Taking Charge by Serenity Woods (Sebastian) (1/6/18)
❋ Read a book that you think has an exotic cover.
Also finished up this book today.✔ 8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
While traveling through Romania, after lunch is served the train arrives at the charming town of Sinaia. Amongst the beautiful green forest of the Carpathian mountains, you find yourself stepping right into a fairy tale with a tour of the enchanting Peles Castle. You are actually reliving a part of history because this castle was also visited by the very first Orient-Express passengers in 1883.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in SINAIA.
Faithless by Karin Slaughter 1-6-2018 | 4* {Sara}
Yay Rosa - you made it to Istanbul!! Great job and thanks for sharing your travel highlight with us!!
You are doing great Michelle!!
This was fun, Jan, thanks!All Aboard the Orient Express!!
Timeframe: 12/1/17 to 11/30/18
10/10
1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
❋ Main Character's Name begins with a letter in PARIS - Anne - The Couple Next Door by Shari Lapena - 12/2/17 ♥♥♥♥♥
2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
❋ Main Character's name begins with a letter in DIJON - Diesel - Wicked Charms by Janet Evanovich - 12/4/17 ♥♥♥
3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
❋ Read a series book #1 - Dirty For Me by Jackie Ashenden - 12/5/17 ♥♥♥♥ (#1 Motor City Royals)
4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
❋ Read a series book #3 - The Escape by Mary Balogh - 12/11/17 ♥♥♥♥♥ (#3 The Survivors’ Club)
5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in VENICE - Eddie Chavez - Rock Chick Rescue by Kristen Ashley - 12/15/17 ♥♥♥♥
6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
❋ Read a series book #6 - Christmas Nights by J.H. Croix - 12/18/17 ♥♥♥ (#6 Diamond Creek, Alaska)
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA - Rafe Stryker - Summer Days by Susan Mallery - 12/19/17 ♥
8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
❋ Read a book with a green cover - Enquiry by Dick Francis - 1/2/18 ♥♥♥♥
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
❋ Read a Series #2 - Hummingbird Lake by Emily March - 1/4/18 ♥♥♥♥ (#2 Eternity Springs)
10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ISTANBUL - Alex - With This Christmas Ring by Manda Collins - 1/4/18 ♥♥♥♥
****CHALLENGE COMPLETE 1/4/18*****
This was so much fun that I'm going to do another round.All Aboard the Orient Express!!
Timeframe: 1/6/18 to 11/30/18
10/10
1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
❋ Main character's name begins with a letter in PARIS - Allison - Welcome Home for Christmas by Annie Rains - 1/5/18 ♥♥♥♥
2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
❋ Main character's name begins with a letter in DIJON - Joe Morelli - Tricky Twenty-Two by Janet Evanovich - 1/7/18 ♥♥♥♥♥
3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
❋ Main character's names begin with a letter in LAUSANNE - Apollo and Lily - Darling Beast by Elizabeth Hoyt - 1/10/18 ♥♥♥♥
4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
❋ Series book #2 - Rose Harbor in Bloom by Debbie Macomber - 1/13/18 ♥♥♥♥ (#2 Rose Harbor)
5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
❋ Series book #1 - How to Tame a Willful Wife by Christy English - 1/23/18 ♥♥♥ (#1 Shakespeare in Love
6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
❋ Series book #5, #6, or #3 - Blind Faith by Rebecca Zanetti - 1/24/18 ♥♥♥♥ (#3 Sin Brothers)
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 - Make Me Stay by Sidney Halston - 1/31/18 ♥♥♥♥ (#2 Panic)
8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
❋ Read a series book #3 - Checkmate by R.L. Mathewson - 2/2/18 ♥♥♥♥ (#3 Neighbor from Hell)
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
❋ Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUCHAREST - Hercule Poirot - Evil Under the Sun by Agatha Christie - 2/3/18 ♥♥♥♥
10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
❋ Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ISTANBUL - Becky and Luke - Shopaholic Ties the Knot by Sophie Kinsella - 2/6/18 ♥♥♥♥
****CHALLENGE COMPLETE 2/6/18*****
Well done Connie! And I'm glad you enjoyed it so much you are going to give it another go. I will get you linked up.
Wow, all of you are done. Congrats!I've just maid my way to Bucharest so only one stop left.
All aboard the Orient Express!I’ll be going in random order
It’s mid-afternoon and time to board the impressive 1920’s blue carriages of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Your personal steward will show you to your comfortable compartment which is rich in craftsmanship with plush sofas that provide the perfect spot to watch the scenery unfold. Get settled and relax with a delightful afternoon tea while watching the sun set as the train weaves through the Burgundy region of France.
❋ Read a series book #1.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in PARIS.
❋ Read a book with a blue cover.
2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
As the train heads across France to Dijon it's time to dress for your dinner in one of the three luxury dinner cars. It's a formal affair so put on your best and be prepared for a 5* dining experience with stellar service. You will be served a delicious four-course dinner, prepared by skilled French chefs who use local, seasonal ingredients. Bon Appetite!
❋ Read a book with a person on the cover dressed in formal wear (gown or tux). Malice at the Palace by Rhys Bowen completed 02/01/18
3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
After dinner linger in the lounge/bar car, listening to the sound of the baby grand piano. Then retire to your compartment which has been transformed into an inviting bedroom with soft lighting and crisp sheets. Sleep to the sound of the train on the tracks and be ready to wake up to the glorious sight of the Alps.
❋ Read a series book #1, #5, or #15.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in LAUSANNE.
❋ Read a book with a mountain scene on the cover.
4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
Leisurely enjoy your breakfast in your compartment while the train winds its way through the Swiss Alps. As you approach the border to Italy you will experience one of history’s great engineering feats and longest railroad tunnels in the world - the 20 km Simplon Tunnel. Lunch is then served and your view changes from mountain lakes surrounded by picturesque villages to the metropolitan city of Milan.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in MILAN. - No Name by Wilkie Collins. Main character’s name is Magdalen.
Completed 14/01/18
5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
Your afternoon view is filled with orchards, vineyards and fertile countryside. As the sun begins to set you see towers and domes rising above the tiled roofs. It is time to disembark as the train pulls into Venice Santa Lucia station which is located on the banks of the Grand Canal, within walking distance to both the famous Rialto Bridge and St Mark's Square. You will be spending the night in a nearby hotel giving you all evening and a good portion of the next day to explore the wonderful sights of Venice.
❋ Read a series book #1, #6, or #4: In a Witch's Wardrobe by Juliet Blackwell read 05/01/18
Detour: At this point in our modern-day trip we need to take a different route than Agatha's trip. The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express will take us to Istanbul by heading north east to Budapest, finishing our trip via the Original Orient Express route.
6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
After a glorious day in Venice you will board the VSOE just in time for another sumptuous four-course dinner - be sure to ask for a different restaurant this evening. You will spend the night onboard while the train crosses the Alps through Austria headings toward Hungary. After breakfast, spend the morning relaxing, gazing at the scenery or chatting with fellow travelers over coffee. You will arrive in Budapest after lunch and be transported to a luxury hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
❋ Read a series book #5, #6, or #3.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUDAPEST.
❋ Read a book with a white cover.
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
Today in Budapest, you will take a guided tour of this romantic city on the Danube, enjoying sights like Matthias Church, Buda Castle and Fisherman's Bastion. Your lunch will be an authentic Hungarian meal in a local restaurant. You will rejoin the train late that afternoon and perhaps enjoy an aperitif in the Bar Car before dinner as the train travels overnight to Oradea, Bulgaria.
❋ Read a series book #2 or #5.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA.
❋ Read a book with a steeple or arch on the cover.
8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
While traveling through Romania, after lunch is served the train arrives at the charming town of Sinaia. Amongst the beautiful green forest of the Carpathian mountains, you find yourself stepping right into a fairy tale with a tour of the enchanting Peles Castle. You are actually reliving a part of history because this castle was also visited by the very first Orient-Express passengers in 1883.
❋ Read a series book #3 or #7.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in SINAIA.
❋ Read a book with a green cover.
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
Rejoin the train to complete the short journey to Bucharest the capital of Romania. On arrival you will be transferred to the Athenée Palace Hilton Hotel where you will have dinner and spend the night. After dinner, you will visit the Strada Lipscani in Old Town. This portion the city was to be demolished during the communist reign so it was completely neglected. But within the last few years it has been restored and turned into a popular and trendy pedestrian zone with lots of fun shops and cafes.
❋ Read a series book #1, #2 , #11 or #12.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUCHAREST.
❋ Read a book with a street scene on the cover.
10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
You rejoin the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express for the last leg of your journey. The train travels south across the Danube and into the rural countryside of Bulgaria. Lunch and dinner are served and you will spend your final night on board. In the morning the train enters Turkey and crosses the beautiful Thracian Plain. That afternoon, the VSOE arrives at your destination ending a fascinating and unique journey across several countries and cultures. Have fun exploring the exotic city of Istanbul.
❋ Read a series book #4 or #6.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ISTANBUL.
❋ Read a book that you think has an exotic cover.
Doing great Chie...enjoy the train ride to Venice!!
finishedALL ABOARD THE ORIENT EXPRESS
November 26, 2017 - January 8, 2018
Option One: Complete the tasks in any order.
10/10 tasks completed
All forms of books are accepted as long as they are 100 pages or more.
√1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in PARIS.
Pekkalla The Beast in the Red Forest by Sam Eastland 11.28.17
√2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #6.
#6 in Irene Huss series The Fire Dance by Helene Tursten 12.7.17
√3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #5, or #15. Borderlands by Brian McGilloway - #1 book in series 12.4.17
√4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
❋ Read a book with a village or city scene on the cover.
by Susanna Gregory 12.5.17 shows St. James's Park and part of the rest of London in 17th century England√5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in VENICE.
Carella, main character Ten Plus One by Ed McBain 12.12.17
√6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
❋ Read a book with a white cover.
by Jo Dereske 12.9.17√7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA. - Ruth Winthrop Farewell, Miss Zukas by Jo Dereske 12.15.17
√8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in SINAIA. - Alan Banks Strange Affair by Peter Robinson 12.24.17
√9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #2 , #11 or #12 Index to Murder by Jo Dereske 12.12.17 #11 in Miss Zukas series
and
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUCHAREST: in the above-referenced book the Main Character's Name is Helma
√10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ISTANBUL.
Irene Huss, main character in The Beige Man by Helene Tursten 1.8.18
Fantastic job on completing your trip Denise!!
Thank you Jan - and thanks for the chalenge!
Done!~Michelle~'s All Aboard the Orient Express!!
Duration: November 29, 2017 to Completion
Completed: 10/10
Option Two: In Order
✔ 1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
It’s mid-afternoon and time to board the impressive 1920’s blue carriages of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Your personal steward will show you to your comfortable compartment which is rich in craftsmanship with plush sofas that provide the perfect spot to watch the scenery unfold. Get settled and relax with a delightful afternoon tea while watching the sun set as the train weaves through the Burgundy region of France.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in PARIS.
No One is Here Except All of Us by Ramona Ausubel 12-1-2017 | 3* {Igor}✔ 2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
As the train heads across France to Dijon it's time to dress for your dinner in one of the three luxury dinner cars. It's a formal affair so put on your best and be prepared for a 5* dining experience with stellar service. You will be served a delicious four-course dinner, prepared by skilled French chefs who use local, seasonal ingredients. Bon Appetite!
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in DIJON.
Born Free: A Lioness of Two Worlds by Joy Adamson 12-10-2017 | 4* {Joy}✔ 3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
After dinner linger in the lounge/bar car, listening to the sound of the baby grand piano. Then retire to your compartment which has been transformed into an inviting bedroom with soft lighting and crisp sheets. Sleep to the sound of the train on the tracks and be ready to wake up to the glorious sight of the Alps.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in LAUSANNE.
Modern Lovers by Emma Straub 12-19-2017 | 3* {Elizabeth}✔ 4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
Leisurely enjoy your breakfast in your compartment while the train winds its way through the Swiss Alps. As you approach the border to Italy you will experience one of history’s great engineering feats and longest railroad tunnels in the world - the 20 km Simplon Tunnel. Lunch is then served and your view changes from mountain lakes surrounded by picturesque villages to the metropolitan city of Milan.
❋ Read a series book #2 or #3
N or M? by Agatha Christie 12-22-2017 | 3* {#3}✔ 5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
Your afternoon view is filled with orchards, vineyards and fertile countryside. As the sun begins to set you see towers and domes rising above the tiled roofs. It is time to disembark as the train pulls into Venice Santa Lucia station which is located on the banks of the Grand Canal, within walking distance to both the famous Rialto Bridge and St Mark's Square. You will be spending the night in a nearby hotel giving you all evening and a good portion of the next day to explore the wonderful sights of Venice.
❋ Read a series book #1, #6, or #4.
All Quiet on the Western Front by Erich Maria Remarque 1-2-2018 | 3* {#1}✔ 6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
After a glorious day in Venice you will board the VSOE just in time for another sumptuous four-course dinner - be sure to ask for a different restaurant this evening. You will spend the night onboard while the train crosses the Alps through Austria headings toward Hungary. After breakfast, spend the morning relaxing, gazing at the scenery or chatting with fellow travelers over coffee. You will arrive in Budapest after lunch and be transported to a luxury hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
❋ Read a series book #5, #6, or #3.
Sugar Cookie Murder by Joanne Fluke 1-4-2018 | 3*✔ 7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
Today in Budapest, you will take a guided tour of this romantic city on the Danube, enjoying sights like Matthias Church, Buda Castle and Fisherman's Bastion. Your lunch will be an authentic Hungarian meal in a local restaurant. You will rejoin the train late that afternoon and perhaps enjoy an aperitif in the Bar Car before dinner as the train travels overnight to Oradea, Bulgaria.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA.
It Happens All the Time by Amy Hatvany 1-5-2018 | 4*✔ 8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
While traveling through Romania, after lunch is served the train arrives at the charming town of Sinaia. Amongst the beautiful green forest of the Carpathian mountains, you find yourself stepping right into a fairy tale with a tour of the enchanting Peles Castle. You are actually reliving a part of history because this castle was also visited by the very first Orient-Express passengers in 1883.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in SINAIA.
Faithless by Karin Slaughter 1-6-2018 | 4* {Sara}✔ 9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
Rejoin the train to complete the short journey to Bucharest the capital of Romania. On arrival you will be transferred to the Athenée Palace Hilton Hotel where you will have dinner and spend the night. After dinner, you will visit the Strada Lipscani in Old Town. This portion the city was to be demolished during the communist reign so it was completely neglected. But within the last few years it has been restored and turned into a popular and trendy pedestrian zone with lots of fun shops and cafes.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUCHAREST.
Slaughterhouse-Five by Kurt Vonnegut 1-8-2018 | 4* {Billy}✔ 10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
You rejoin the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express for the last leg of your journey. The train travels south across the Danube and into the rural countryside of Bulgaria. Lunch and dinner are served and you will spend your final night on board. In the morning the train enters Turkey and crosses the beautiful Thracian Plain. That afternoon, the VSOE arrives at your destination ending a fascinating and unique journey across several countries and cultures. Have fun exploring the exotic city of Istanbul.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ISTANBUL.
Wicked Lovely by Melissa Marr 1-9-2018 | 3* {Aislinn}
Whoo-hoo! Well done Michelle :)
Hope you enjoy your visit Chie!!
I completely forgot to update the other day, but made it to Istanbul!All Aboard the Orient Express!!
Duration: 26/11/17 - 09/01/18
Completed: 10/10
Option Two - Tasks must be completed in order
1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
✔ ❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in PARIS.
Blast From The Past by Ben Elton (character - Polly) 28/11/17
2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
✔ ❋ Read a series book #2 or #6.
Mrs. Saint Nick by Caroline Mickelson, Christmas Central #2 06/12/17
3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
✔ ❋ Read a series book #1, #5, or #15.
Vandmelonen by Marian Keyes, Walsh Family#1 10/12/17
4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
✔ ❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in MILAN.
Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline (character - Molly) 13/12/17
5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
✔ ❋ Read a book with water or a bridge on the cover.
It's Always the Husband: A Novel by Michele Campbell 17/12/17
6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
✔ ❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUDAPEST.
One Christmas in Paris by Mandy Baggot (character -Ava) 22/12/17
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
✔ ❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA.
Good Me, Bad Me by Ali Land (character - Annie) 28/12/17
8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
✔ ❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in SINAIA.
The Girl Who Wrote in Silk by Kelli Estes (character - Inara) 03/01/18
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
✔ ❋ Read a series book #1, #2 , #11 or #12.
Der hænger en engel alene i skoven by Samuel Bjørk, Holger Munch & Mia Kruger #1 07/01/18
10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
✔ ❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ISTANBUL.
Serena by Ron Rash (character - Serena) 09/01/18
Yay Marina!!! Hope you enjoyed the trip!!
I completed my trip - I'm thinking about doing it again too! I wouldn't mind spending more time in each location. All Aboard the Orient Express!!
November 26, 2017 to Completion
10/10 Option Two
1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in PARIS (Penny) and it has a blue cover.
The Rookery by Emily Organ 11/29/17****
2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in DIJON (Jenny): The Nothing Girl by Jodi Taylor 12/2/17****
3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
❋ Read a series book #1: If Fried Chicken Could Fly Paige Shelton 12/7/17***
4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
❋ Read a book with a village or city scene on the cover.
Death in St. Petersburg by Tasha Alexander 12/12/17***
5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in VENICE (Veronica).
Drums on the Night Air: A Woman's Flight from Africa's Heart of Darknessby Veronica Cecil 12/13/17***
6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
❋ Read a book with a white cover.
To The Bright Edge of the World by Eowyn Ivey 12/27/17***
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
❋ Read a book with a steeple or arch on the cover: Absolution By Murder by Peter Tremayne 1/3/17****
8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in SINAIA (Ivy): MacDeath by Cindy Brown 1/6/18***
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
❋ Read a series book #1: The Snowman Killer by Wendy Meadows 1/10/18**
10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ISTANBUL (Annabelle): Death at the Café by Alison Golden 1/13/18****
I'm going to do it again!!All Aboard the Orient Express!!
Timeframe: Started January 16, 2018
10/10
1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
❋ Read a series book #1: Raining Men and Corpses by Anne R. Tan 1/18/18**
2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in DIJON (Jack): Sovereign by C.J. Sansom 1/26/18****
3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
❋ Read a series book #1: Penguins and Mortal Peril by Ruby Loren 1/28/18**
4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
❋ Read a book with a city scene on the cover: Blameless by Gail Carriger 1/29/18
5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
❋ Read a series book #4: Kaua'i Me a River by JoAnn Bassett 2/8/18
6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUDAPEST (Aggie): Flash by Donna Ball 2/15/18
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
❋ Read a series book #2: The Sound of Running Horses by Donna Ballv2/17/18****
8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in SINAIA (Suzie): Seaside Secrets by Cindy Bell 2/22/18**
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
❋ Read a series book #1: Sweet Tea and Secrets by Nancy Naigle 3/2/18***
10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ISTANBUL (Amanda): Bed, Breakfast and Bones by Carolyn L. Dean 3/4/18****
Finished !All Aboard the Orient Express!!
November 26, 2017 to Completion
10/10 Option Two
✓1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
It’s mid-afternoon and time to board the impressive 1920’s blue carriages of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Your personal steward will show you to your comfortable compartment which is rich in craftsmanship with plush sofas that provide the perfect spot to watch the scenery unfold. Get settled and relax with a delightful afternoon tea while watching the sun set as the train weaves through the Burgundy region of France.
❋ Read a series book #1.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in PARIS.
❋ Read a book with a blue cover.
One Night with a Cowboy: A Western Romance Sampler: Once a Rancher\Untamed\One Night Charmer\Rustler's Moon\Home on the Ranch\Hard Rain Linda Lael Miller 11/29/17✓2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
As the train heads across France to Dijon it's time to dress for your dinner in one of the three luxury dinner cars. It's a formal affair so put on your best and be prepared for a 5* dining experience with stellar service. You will be served a delicious four-course dinner, prepared by skilled French chefs who use local, seasonal ingredients. Bon Appetite!
❋ Read a series book #2 or #6.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in DIJON.
The One Safe Place Tania Unsworth 12/12/17Main Character Name - Devon
❋ Read a book with a person on the cover dressed in formal wear (gown or tux).
✓3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
After dinner linger in the lounge/bar car, listening to the sound of the baby grand piano. Then retire to your compartment which has been transformed into an inviting bedroom with soft lighting and crisp sheets. Sleep to the sound of the train on the tracks and be ready to wake up to the glorious sight of the Alps.
❋ Read a series book #1, #5, or #15.
Last One Home Debbie Macomber 12/19/17Series book #1
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in LAUSANNE.
❋ Read a book with a mountain scene on the cover.
✓4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
Leisurely enjoy your breakfast in your compartment while the train winds its way through the Swiss Alps. As you approach the border to Italy you will experience one of history’s great engineering feats and longest railroad tunnels in the world - the 20 km Simplon Tunnel. Lunch is then served and your view changes from mountain lakes surrounded by picturesque villages to the metropolitan city of Milan.
❋ Read a series book #2 or #3
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in MILAN.
The Friday Night Knitting Club Kate Jacobs 12/21/17 Main Character named Anita
❋ Read a book with a village or city scene on the cover.
✓5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
Your afternoon view is filled with orchards, vineyards and fertile countryside. As the sun begins to set you see towers and domes rising above the tiled roofs. It is time to disembark as the train pulls into Venice Santa Lucia station which is located on the banks of the Grand Canal, within walking distance to both the famous Rialto Bridge and St Mark's Square. You will be spending the night in a nearby hotel giving you all evening and a good portion of the next day to explore the wonderful sights of Venice.
❋ Read a series book #1, #6, or #4.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in VENICE.
❋ Read a book with water or a bridge on the cover.
The Sea Keeper's Daughters Lisa Wingate 12/25/17✓6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
After a glorious day in Venice you will board the VSOE just in time for another sumptuous four-course dinner - be sure to ask for a different restaurant this evening. You will spend the night onboard while the train crosses the Alps through Austria headings toward Hungary. After breakfast, spend the morning relaxing, gazing at the scenery or chatting with fellow travelers over coffee. You will arrive in Budapest after lunch and be transported to a luxury hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
❋ Read a series book #5, #6, or #3.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUDAPEST.
Knit Two Kate Jacobs 12/27/17Main Character named Peri
❋ Read a book with a white cover.
✓7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
Today in Budapest, you will take a guided tour of this romantic city on the Danube, enjoying sights like Matthias Church, Buda Castle and Fisherman's Bastion. Your lunch will be an authentic Hungarian meal in a local restaurant. You will rejoin the train late that afternoon and perhaps enjoy an aperitif in the Bar Car before dinner as the train travels overnight to Oradea, Bulgaria.
❋ Read a series book #2 or #5.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA.
Knit the Season Kate Jacobs 12/28/17Main Character name - Dakota
❋ Read a book with a steeple or arch on the cover.
✓8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
While traveling through Romania, after lunch is served the train arrives at the charming town of Sinaia. Amongst the beautiful green forest of the Carpathian mountains, you find yourself stepping right into a fairy tale with a tour of the enchanting Peles Castle. You are actually reliving a part of history because this castle was also visited by the very first Orient-Express passengers in 1883.
❋ Read a series book #3 or #7.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in SINAIA.
❋ Read a book with a green cover.
On Christmas Eve Ann M. Martin 12/29/17✓9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
Rejoin the train to complete the short journey to Bucharest the capital of Romania. On arrival you will be transferred to the Athenée Palace Hilton Hotel where you will have dinner and spend the night. After dinner, you will visit the Strada Lipscani in Old Town. This portion the city was to be demolished during the communist reign so it was completely neglected. But within the last few years it has been restored and turned into a popular and trendy pedestrian zone with lots of fun shops and cafes.
❋ Read a series book #1, #2 , #11 or #12.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUCHAREST.
The First Wife Erica Spindler 01/10/18Main Characters name is Bailey
❋ Read a book with a street scene on the cover.
✓10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
You rejoin the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express for the last leg of your journey. The train travels south across the Danube and into the rural countryside of Bulgaria. Lunch and dinner are served and you will spend your final night on board. In the morning the train enters Turkey and crosses the beautiful Thracian Plain. That afternoon, the VSOE arrives at your destination ending a fascinating and unique journey across several countries and cultures. Have fun exploring the exotic city of Istanbul.
❋ Read a series book #4 or #6.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ISTANBUL.
The Kept Woman Karin Slaughter 01/15/18Main Character Names: Sarah and Angie
❋ Read a book that you think has an exotic cover.
Way to go Bev! Hope you had fun on your trip!!
Finished!All Aboard the Orient Express
November 27, 2017 to Completion
Option Two Progress: 10/10
1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
❋ Read a book with a blue cover.
Legendary Lighthouses by John Grant 11/28/17
2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #6.
The Reptile Room by Lemony Snicket 12/6/17
3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #5, or #15.
Anne's House of Dreams by L.M. Montgomery 12/6/17
4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #3
Legendary Lighthouses, Volume II by John Grant 12/9/17
5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #6, or #4.
The Capture by Kathryn Lasky 12/12/17
6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
❋ Read a series book #5, #6, or #3.
The Forgotten Sisters by Shannon Hale 12/18/17
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA.
Anne of Ingleside by L.M. Montgomery 12/27/17
Main character: Anne
8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in SINAIA.
The Journey by Kathryn Lasky 1/4/18
Main character: Soren
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #2 , #11 or #12.
Mustang Moon by Terri Farley 1/16/18
10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ISTANBUL.
Rainbow Valley by L.M. Montgomery 1/17/18
Character: Una Meredith
Finished!All Aboard the Orient Express!!
12/1/17 - 1/15/18
10/10 Option Two
1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
It’s mid-afternoon and time to board the impressive 1920’s blue carriages of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Your personal steward will show you to your comfortable compartment which is rich in craftsmanship with plush sofas that provide the perfect spot to watch the scenery unfold. Get settled and relax with a delightful afternoon tea while watching the sun set as the train weaves through the Burgundy region of France.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in PARIS.
(Aiden) Moonlight Road by Robyn Carr 12/7/17
2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
As the train heads across France to Dijon it's time to dress for your dinner in one of the three luxury dinner cars. It's a formal affair so put on your best and be prepared for a 5* dining experience with stellar service. You will be served a delicious four-course dinner, prepared by skilled French chefs who use local, seasonal ingredients. Bon Appetite!
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in DIJON.
(Jack) Mine by Chloe Lynn Ellis 12/17/17
3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
After dinner linger in the lounge/bar car, listening to the sound of the baby grand piano. Then retire to your compartment which has been transformed into an inviting bedroom with soft lighting and crisp sheets. Sleep to the sound of the train on the tracks and be ready to wake up to the glorious sight of the Alps.
❋ Read a series book #1, #5, or #15.
Tempting Her Best Friend (What Happens in Vegas #1) by Gina L. Maxwell 12/19/17
4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
Leisurely enjoy your breakfast in your compartment while the train winds its way through the Swiss Alps. As you approach the border to Italy you will experience one of history’s great engineering feats and longest railroad tunnels in the world - the 20 km Simplon Tunnel. Lunch is then served and your view changes from mountain lakes surrounded by picturesque villages to the metropolitan city of Milan.
❋ Read a series book #2 or #3
Uncharted (Treasure Hunter Security #2) by Anna Hackett 12/21/17
5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
Your afternoon view is filled with orchards, vineyards and fertile countryside. As the sun begins to set you see towers and domes rising above the tiled roofs. It is time to disembark as the train pulls into Venice Santa Lucia station which is located on the banks of the Grand Canal, within walking distance to both the famous Rialto Bridge and St Mark's Square. You will be spending the night in a nearby hotel giving you all evening and a good portion of the next day to explore the wonderful sights of Venice.
❋ Read a series book #1, #6, or #4.
Unfathomed (Treasure Hunters Security #4) by Anna Hackett 12/27/17
6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
After a glorious day in Venice you will board the VSOE just in time for another sumptuous four-course dinner - be sure to ask for a different restaurant this evening. You will spend the night onboard while the train crosses the Alps through Austria headings toward Hungary. After breakfast, spend the morning relaxing, gazing at the scenery or chatting with fellow travelers over coffee. You will arrive in Budapest after lunch and be transported to a luxury hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
❋ Read a book with a white cover.
The Art of Discarding: How to Get Rid of Clutter and Find Joy by Nagisa Tatsumi 12/27/177. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
Today in Budapest, you will take a guided tour of this romantic city on the Danube, enjoying sights like Matthias Church, Buda Castle and Fisherman's Bastion. Your lunch will be an authentic Hungarian meal in a local restaurant. You will rejoin the train late that afternoon and perhaps enjoy an aperitif in the Bar Car before dinner as the train travels overnight to Oradea, Bulgaria.
❋ Read a series book #2 or #5.
Lover Unbound (Black Dagger Brotherhood #5) by J.R. Ward 1/5/18
8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
While traveling through Romania, after lunch is served the train arrives at the charming town of Sinaia. Amongst the beautiful green forest of the Carpathian mountains, you find yourself stepping right into a fairy tale with a tour of the enchanting Peles Castle. You are actually reliving a part of history because this castle was also visited by the very first Orient-Express passengers in 1883.
❋ Read a series book #3 or #7.
Isla and the Happily Ever After (Anna and the French Kiss #3) by Stephanie Perkins 1/9/18
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
Rejoin the train to complete the short journey to Bucharest the capital of Romania. On arrival you will be transferred to the Athenée Palace Hilton Hotel where you will have dinner and spend the night. After dinner, you will visit the Strada Lipscani in Old Town. This portion the city was to be demolished during the communist reign so it was completely neglected. But within the last few years it has been restored and turned into a popular and trendy pedestrian zone with lots of fun shops and cafes.
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUCHAREST.
Hale and Elin Untraveled by Anna Hackett 1/10.18
10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
You rejoin the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express for the last leg of your journey. The train travels south across the Danube and into the rural countryside of Bulgaria. Lunch and dinner are served and you will spend your final night on board. In the morning the train enters Turkey and crosses the beautiful Thracian Plain. That afternoon, the VSOE arrives at your destination ending a fascinating and unique journey across several countries and cultures. Have fun exploring the exotic city of Istanbul.
❋ Read a series book #4 or #6.
Unmapped (Treasure Hunter Security #6) by Anna Hackett 1/15/18
Fantastic job Sarah & Bonita!!
Finished! Thanks for a great Challenge!All Aboard the Orient Express!!
November 26, 2017 to Completion
10/10 Option Two (Complete in order)
1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in PARIS. - Rachel - Falling for Rachel Nora Roberts - 11/28
2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in DIJON. - Joan - Burn Down the Night Molly O'Keefe - 11/30
3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #5, or #15. - #1 - Hard as It Gets Laura Kaye - 12/3
4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in MILAN. - Amy Flanders - Fire On The Farm Betty Shreffler - 12/9
5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
❋ Read a book with water or a bridge on the cover. - Tough Customer Sandra Brown
6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUDAPEST. - Adelia - Irish Thoroughbred Nora Roberts - 12/20
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA. - Raid - Raid Kristen Ashley - 12/25
8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in SINAIA. - Shadow - Shadow's Stand Sarah McCarty - 12/31
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUCHAREST.- Slim Jackson - Desire After Dark Marie Force - 1/3/18
10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
❋ Read a series book #6. - Caden's Vow Sarah McCarty - 1/16
Well done Karen!! Hope you had fun :)
~~~ Completed ~~~All Aboard the Orient Express!! November 26, 2017 to Completion
Option 2 - Tasks Must be Completed in Order
10 of 10 Complete
✔ 1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
❋ Read a series book #1.
Left To Die - Lisa Jackson - 11/27/17 - To Die #1
✔ 2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #6.
Dark Dreams - Michael Genelin - 11/29/17 - #2 Commander Jana Matinova
✔ 3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #5, or #15.
End Game - David Baldacci - 12/2/17 - #5 Will Robie
✔ 4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #3
We Wish You a Murderous Christmas - Vicki Delany - 12/10/17 - #2 Year Round Christmas Mystery
✔ 5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #6, or #4.
Angel Fire - Lisa Miscione - 12/14/17 - #1 Lydia Strong
✔ 6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUDAPEST.
Strangers in Death - J.D. Robb - 12/15/17 - MC = Eve Dallas
✔ 7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #5.
Miss Buncle Married - D.E. Stevenson - 12/18/17 - #2 Miss Buncle
✔ 8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
❋ Read a series book #3 or #7.
Ruler of the Night - David Morrell - 12/27/17 - #3 Thomas de Quincey
✔ 9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #2 , #11 or #12.
Walk Into Silence - - Susan McBride - 12/28/17 - #1 Jo Larson
✔10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
❋ Read a series book #4 or #6.
Firestorm - Nevada Barr - 1/17/18 - #4 Anna Pigeon
Great job Lynda! Hope you enjoyed the trip!
All done with Round 2. Thanks for the fun, but I think I'm done with this one now!All Aboard the Orient Express!!
Timeframe: 1/6/18 to 11/30/18
10/10
1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
❋ Main character's name begins with a letter in PARIS - Allison - Welcome Home for Christmas by Annie Rains - 1/5/18 ♥♥♥♥
2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
❋ Main character's name begins with a letter in DIJON - Joe Morelli - Tricky Twenty-Two by Janet Evanovich - 1/7/18 ♥♥♥♥♥
3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
❋ Main character's names begin with a letter in LAUSANNE - Apollo and Lily - Darling Beast by Elizabeth Hoyt - 1/10/18 ♥♥♥♥
4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
❋ Series book #2 - Rose Harbor in Bloom by Debbie Macomber - 1/13/18 ♥♥♥♥ (#2 Rose Harbor)
5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
❋ Series book #1 - How to Tame a Willful Wife by Christy English - 1/23/18 ♥♥♥ (#1 Shakespeare in Love
6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
❋ Series book #5, #6, or #3 - Blind Faith by Rebecca Zanetti - 1/24/18 ♥♥♥♥ (#3 Sin Brothers)
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 - Make Me Stay by Sidney Halston - 1/31/18 ♥♥♥♥ (#2 Panic)
8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
❋ Read a series book #3 - Checkmate by R.L. Mathewson - 2/2/18 ♥♥♥♥ (#3 Neighbor from Hell)
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
❋ Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUCHAREST - Hercule Poirot - Evil Under the Sun by Agatha Christie - 2/3/18 ♥♥♥♥
10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
❋ Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ISTANBUL - Becky and Luke - Shopaholic Ties the Knot by Sophie Kinsella - 2/6/18 ♥♥♥♥
****CHALLENGE COMPLETE 2/6/18*****
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