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All Aboard the Orient Express!!
Terrific job Rosina! Hope you enjoyed your trip!
Deidre(Dee) ~ Official Bookworm ~ wrote: "Thanks Jan. I would love to do it for real!"I agree would be so much fun..
Jan wrote: "Terrific job Rosina! Hope you enjoyed your trip!"Was fun for sure....hope all is well with you...
I completed my 2nd trip on the Orient Express!! 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****
All Aboard the Orient Express!!May 9th, 2018-?
Completed: 4/30
I'll do this one in Option Two. I love the detail you've put into these challenges!
1. Our Journey Begins in Paris:
❋ Read a series book #1.
Brown Bag Murder by Evalynne Shaw 05/16/18 ***
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in PARIS.
Royal Service by Leslie North 05/23/18 **** (Phillip)
❋ Read a book with a blue cover.
Undead and Unwed by MaryJanice Davidson 05/11/18 ****
(I hope this is blue enough!)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.
Jordan by Lindsey Hart 05/25/18 ***** (Jordan)
❋ 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.
❋ 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.
❋ 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.
❋ 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.
❋ Read a book with a white cover.
7. 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.
❋ 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.
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.
❋ 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.
❋ Read a book that you think has an exotic cover.
Welcome to the challenge Tanya! This was one of my favorites - I even did the challenge twice.
So glad you enjoyed it Chie! Nice job :)
Nice job Viji! Hope you enjoyed the trip :)
All Aboard the Orient Express!!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 with a blue cover.
Melkbloed
Clara Weiss 414 p. 23 september 2018 3 stars✔️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.
Closed Casket
Sophie Hannah 400 p. 29 september 2018 3 stars Part 2
✔️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.
Masters of Atlantis Charles Portis 248 p. 29 september 2018 4 stars Character Lamar starts with L
✔️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
Zwarte dageraad
Cilla Börjlind 433 p. 14 september 4 stars Part 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 book with water or a bridge on the cover.
Zorba the Greek Nikos Kazantzakis 335 p. 13 september 2018 4 star✔️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.
Look Who's Back Timur Vermes 375 p. 24 september 2018 3 stars✔️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.
Nightfall Berlin
Jack Grimwood 464 p. 25 september 2018 4 stars✔️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 with a green cover.
De reünie
Simone van der Vlugt 335 p. 25 september 2018 2 stars✔️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.
Shiver
Maggie Stiefvater 434 p. 27 september 2018 2 stars Book 1 in series
✔️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.
Wiegelied
Cilla Börjlind 419 p. 20 september 2018 4 stars Paperback 442 p
Part 4 of a series
Welcome Aboard Claire!! This is a fun one :)
All Aboard the Orient Express!! 1 September 2018 - 31 December 2018 (target)
Progress: 10/10
Tasks
✔️ 1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
(view spoiler)
❋ Read a series book #1.
Mortal Engines by Philip Reeve (#1 in the Mortal Engines series)
Completed: 7 September 2018
✔️ 2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
(view spoiler)
❋ Read a series book #2 or #6.
The Mystery of the Blue Train by Agatha Christie
#6 in the Hercule Poirot series
Completed: 15 September 2018
✔️ 3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
(view spoiler)
Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in LAUSANNE.
Lucia Amory from Black Coffee by Charles Osborne
Completed: 16 September 2018
✔️ 4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
(view spoiler)
❋ Read a series book #2 or #3
Home by Nnedi Okorafor
Completed: 27 September 2018
✔️ 5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
(view spoiler)
Read a book with water or a bridge on the cover.
Brunel: The Man Who Built the World by Steven Brindle
Completed: 25 October 2018
✔️ 6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
(view spoiler)
❋ Read a series book #5, #6, or #3.
Paddington At Large by Michael Bond
Completed: 3 November 2018
✔️ 7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
(view spoiler)
Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA
Roberto Escobar - Escobar by Roberto Escobar Gaviria
Completed: 10 November 2018
✔️ 8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
(view spoiler)
❋ Read a series book #3 or #7.
Peach Cobbler Murder by Joanne Fluke
Completed: 21 November 2018
✔️ 9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
(view spoiler)
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUCHAREST.
Hercule Poirot from Peril at End House by Agatha Christie
Completed: 23 November 2018
✔️10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
(view spoiler)
❋ Read a series book #4 or #6.
Paddington Marches On by Michael Bond
Completed: 23 November 2018
Have fun Bryony! This has been one of my favorite challenges :)
All Aboard the Orient Express!! Duration: September 6 2018 to Completion
Choose your challenge option:
Option One: Complete the tasks in any order.
Option Two: Complete the tasks in order of the trip.
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1. 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.
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.
❋ 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.
❋ 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.
❋ 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.
❋ 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.
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
❋ 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
❋ 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
❋ 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
❋ 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
❋ 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.
FinishedAll Aboard the Orient Express!!
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 with a blue cover.
Melkbloed
Clara Weiss 414 p. 23 september 2018 3 stars✔️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.
Closed Casket
Sophie Hannah 400 p. 29 september 2018 3 stars Part 2
✔️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.
Masters of Atlantis Charles Portis 248 p. 29 september 2018 4 stars Character Lamar starts with L
✔️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
Zwarte dageraad
Cilla Börjlind 433 p. 14 september 4 stars Part 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 book with water or a bridge on the cover.
Zorba the Greek Nikos Kazantzakis 335 p. 13 september 2018 4 star✔️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.
Look Who's Back Timur Vermes 375 p. 24 september 2018 3 stars✔️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.
Nightfall Berlin
Jack Grimwood 464 p. 25 september 2018 4 stars✔️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 with a green cover.
De reünie
Simone van der Vlugt 335 p. 25 september 2018 2 stars✔️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.
Shiver
Maggie Stiefvater 434 p. 27 september 2018 2 stars Book 1 in series
✔️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.
Wiegelied
Cilla Börjlind 419 p. 20 september 2018 4 stars Paperback 442 p
Part 4 of a series
Way to go Gabi! Hope you enjoyed the trip :)
Completed! This was one of my favourite challenges so far. :-)All Aboard the Orient Express!!
1 September 2018 - 31 December 2018 (target)
Progress: 10/10
Tasks
✔️ 1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
(view spoiler)
❋ Read a series book #1.
Mortal Engines by Philip Reeve (#1 in the Mortal Engines series)
Completed: 7 September 2018
✔️ 2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
(view spoiler)
❋ Read a series book #2 or #6.
The Mystery of the Blue Train by Agatha Christie
#6 in the Hercule Poirot series
Completed: 15 September 2018
✔️ 3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
(view spoiler)
Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in LAUSANNE.
Lucia Amory from Black Coffee by Charles Osborne
Completed: 16 September 2018
✔️ 4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
(view spoiler)
❋ Read a series book #2 or #3
Home by Nnedi Okorafor
Completed: 27 September 2018
✔️ 5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
(view spoiler)
Read a book with water or a bridge on the cover.
Brunel: The Man Who Built the World by Steven Brindle
Completed: 25 October 2018
✔️ 6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
(view spoiler)
❋ Read a series book #5, #6, or #3.
Paddington At Large by Michael Bond
Completed: 3 November 2018
✔️ 7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
(view spoiler)
Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA
Roberto Escobar - Escobar by Roberto Escobar Gaviria
Completed: 10 November 2018
✔️ 8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
(view spoiler)
❋ Read a series book #3 or #7.
Peach Cobbler Murder by Joanne Fluke
Completed: 21 November 2018
✔️ 9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
(view spoiler)
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUCHAREST.
Hercule Poirot from Peril at End House by Agatha Christie
Completed: 23 November 2018
✔️10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
(view spoiler)
❋ Read a series book #4 or #6.
Paddington Marches On by Michael Bond
Completed: 23 November 2018
Nice job Bryony! I'm glad you enjoyed it - it was a fun one. After the first of the year we will have another train challenge with the same format.
Jan you are a bad (or good) influence. I am going to start this one now. :)I am going with Option 1 - in order of the stops
All Aboard the Orient Express!!
January 10, 2019 to Completion
10/10 completed
Complete 10 tasks - one for each city. You can mix and match the type of task you use (series, MC or cover option). Let us know which task you are completing.
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1. Our Journey Begins in Paris - finished 1/25/19
❋ Read a series book #1. - Anna and the French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins
2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM - Finished 2/24/19
❋ Read a series book #2 or #6.
#2 in Deliverance Dane series - The Daughters of Temperance Hobbs by Katherine Howe
3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM - Finished 3/9/19
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in LAUSANNE. - Main Character is Agatha Christie - Come, Tell Me How You Live by Agatha Christie Mallowan
4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM - Finished 3/21/19
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in MILAN. - Logan - Logan by Linda Lael Miller
5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM - Finished 4/8/19
❋ Read a series book #1, #6, or #4. - Shanghai Girls by Lisa See
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 - Finished 4/14/19
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUDAPEST. Heorine is named Amelia - Rose - It's Getting Scot in Here by Suzanne Enoch
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM - Finished 5/2/19
❋ Read a series book #2 or #5 - Smitten by the Brit by Melonie Johnson
8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM Finsihed 6/16/19
❋ Read a series book #3 - Mr. Finchley Takes the Road by Victor Canning
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM finished 7/20/19
❋ Read a series book #1 - The Templar Legacy by Steve Berry
10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM - finished 7/21/19
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ISTANBUL. - SADIE in Once Upon a Bad Boy by Melonie Johnson
Jennifer C wrote: "Jan you are a bad (or good) influence. I am going to start this one now. :) LOL...sorry about that. But I couldn't help myself. You will have fun with this....promised!
All Aboard the Orient Express!!01/05/19 - completion
2/10 - Option ONe
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.
14/06/192. 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.
Enchantment by Orson Scott Card 19/06/19 - Ivan
❋ 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.
❋ 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
The Perfume of the Lady in Black by Gaston Leroux
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in MILAN.
❋ 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 Monsters of Templeton by Lauren Groff 26/05/19
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.
The Fifth Child by Doris Lessing 02/05/19 - Harriet
❋ 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.
I know I am late to the party, but I would like to participate in this challenge...I love this type of travel challenge (kinda like taking a virtual trip)All Aboard the Orient Express!!
Dates: July 19, 2019-April 2, 2021
Option Two: Must be Completed in Order
Stops Completed: 10/10
1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
❋ Read a book with a blue cover-Reunion by Hannah Pittard-Finished 7/25/2019***
2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #6-The Curse of the Holy Pail by Sue Ann Jaffarian-Finished 7/25/2019*** (#2 Odelia Grey Mysteries)
3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #5, or #15-Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix by J.K. Rowling-Finished 8/9/2019**** (#5 Harry Potter Series)
4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in MILAN-The Heist by Janet Evanovich-Finished 8/9/2019**** (MC's Name: Nicholas)
5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in VENICE-The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren-Finished 8/25/2019**** (MC's Name: Ethan)
6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
❋ Read a series book #5, #6, or #3-Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J.K. Rowling-Finished 9/20/2019**** (#6 Harry Potter Series)
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA-Alice I Have Been by Melanie Benjamin-Finished 7/13/2020**** (MC: Alice)
8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in SINAIA-The Recipe Box by Viola Shipman-Finished 8/30/2020*** (MC: Samantha)
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUCHAREST-Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid-Finished 9/12/2020**** (MC: both Emira and Alix)
10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
❋ Read a series book #4-Boston Scream Murder by Ginger Bolton-Finished 4/2/2021*** (Deputy Donut Mysteries #4)
You aren't late at all!!! Welcome and have fun Lena :)
This one looks fun, I enjoyed just reading the descriptions. I like that so far, the challenges I've found in Wanderlust don't get genre-specific. :) All Aboard the Orient Express
Starting July 21, 2019
Doing Option 2, tasks in order of the trip
10/10
1. 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.
Sarah Fox 7/21/192. 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. N-Nina Fleet Peach Clobbered: A Georgia B&B Mystery Anna Gerard 7/23/19
❋ 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. The Quick and the Thread Amanda Lee 7/24/19
❋ 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 #2Silent Knife Shelley Freydont 7/27/19 or #3
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in MILAN.
❋ 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.First Degree Mudder Kate E. Dyer-Seeley 7/29/19
❋ 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. (Tessa)
Catherine Bruns 8/1/19❋ Read a book with a white cover. (this one is actually covered by that book too) ;)
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #5. A Thread of Darkness Sally Goldenbaum 8/9/19
❋ 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.
A Bias for Murder Sally Goldenbaum 8/13/19
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.
❋ Read a book with a street scene on the cover.
By Cook or by Crook Maya Corrigan 8/17/19
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.
❋ Read a book that you think has an exotic cover.
Desolate Shores Daryl Wood Gerber 8/22/19
Jan wrote: "Enjoy your trip Tari!!"Thanks, Jan!
Wahoo :) finally finished this one....All Aboard the Orient Express!!
January 10, 2019 to Completion
10/10 completed
Complete 10 tasks - one for each city. You can mix and match the type of task you use (series, MC or cover option). Let us know which task you are completing.
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1. Our Journey Begins in Paris - finished 1/25/19
❋ Read a series book #1. - Anna and the French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins
2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM - Finished 2/24/19
❋ Read a series book #2 or #6.
#2 in Deliverance Dane series - The Daughters of Temperance Hobbs by Katherine Howe
3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM - Finished 3/9/19
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in LAUSANNE. - Main Character is Agatha Christie - Come, Tell Me How You Live by Agatha Christie Mallowan
4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM - Finished 3/21/19
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in MILAN. - Logan - Logan by Linda Lael Miller
5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM - Finished 4/8/19
❋ Read a series book #1, #6, or #4. - Shanghai Girls by Lisa See
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 - Finished 4/14/19
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUDAPEST. Heorine is named Amelia - Rose - It's Getting Scot in Here by Suzanne Enoch
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM - Finished 5/2/19
❋ Read a series book #2 or #5 - Smitten by the Brit by Melonie Johnson
8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM Finsihed 6/16/19
❋ Read a series book #3 - Mr. Finchley Takes the Road by Victor Canning
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM finished 7/20/19
❋ Read a series book #1 - The Templar Legacy by Steve Berry
10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM - finished 7/21/19
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ISTANBUL. - SADIE in Once Upon a Bad Boy by Melonie Johnson
Yay I'm finished! This one looks fun, I enjoyed just reading the descriptions. I like that so far, the challenges I've found in Wanderlust don't get genre-specific. :)
All Aboard the Orient Express
Starting July 21, 2019
Doing Option 2, tasks in order of the trip
10/10
1. 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.
Sarah Fox 7/21/192. 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. N-Nina Fleet Peach Clobbered: A Georgia B&B Mystery Anna Gerard 7/23/19
❋ 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. The Quick and the Thread Amanda Lee 7/24/19
❋ 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 #2Silent Knife Shelley Freydont 7/27/19 or #3
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in MILAN.
❋ 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.First Degree Mudder Kate E. Dyer-Seeley 7/29/19
❋ 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. (Tessa)
Catherine Bruns 8/1/19❋ Read a book with a white cover. (this one is actually covered by that book too) ;)
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #5. A Thread of Darkness Sally Goldenbaum 8/9/19
❋ 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.
A Bias for Murder Sally Goldenbaum 8/13/19
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.
❋ Read a book with a street scene on the cover.
By Cook or by Crook Maya Corrigan 8/17/19
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.
❋ Read a book that you think has an exotic cover.
Desolate Shores Daryl Wood Gerber 8/22/19
Terrific job Tari!! If you enjoyed this one you should try our other train trip: All Aboard The Maharajas' Express
Jan wrote: "Terrific job Tari!! If you enjoyed this one you should try our other train trip: All Aboard The Maharajas' Express" Thanks, Jan! I might give that a go when the craft shows are over with. I'm gonna probably stick to monthly challenges that I've been doing for awhile, or I may have to even temporarily drop those while I start power sewing for these craft shows. ;)
]All Aboard the Orient Express!!start 11/27/20
- Option one- one for each
❎1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in PARIS. Adam Dalgliesh The Murder RoomP.D. James 12/5/20
❎2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in DIJON. Deborah The Prophetess: Deborah's StoryJill Eileen Smith 11/28/20
❎3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in LAUSANNE. Lora The Quicksilver PoolPhyllis A. Whitney 11/30/20
❎4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 Heavenly Lights: Noah's JourneyBarbara M. Britton and whose Main Character's Name begins in Milan Noah 12/12/20
❎5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, Barbara M. Britton
Lioness: Mahlah's Journey 12/7/20
6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
❎❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUDAPEST. Deborah's StoryAnn Burton 12/1/20
❎7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA. ADAM DALGLIESH. The LighthouseP.D. James 12/8/20
❎8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
❋ Read a series book #3 Claiming Canaan: Milcah's JourneyBarbara M. Britton
❎9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUCHAREST. Hannah. The Air We Breathe Christa Parrish 11/29/20
❎10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ISTANBUL. -Brand-Portrait of a MurdererAnne Meredith 12/2/20
Have fun Chris! This is one of my favorite challenges.
I'm saving this spot ... I'll start this one on January 1, 2021
Sounds great Simone!! Hope you enjoy the challenge :)
finishedAll Aboard the Orient Express!!
start 11/27/20
- Option one- one for each
❎1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in PARIS. Adam Dalgliesh The Murder RoomP.D. James 12/5/20
❎2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in DIJON. Deborah The Prophetess: Deborah's StoryJill Eileen Smith 11/28/20
❎3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in LAUSANNE. Lora The Quicksilver PoolPhyllis A. Whitney 11/30/20
❎4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 Heavenly Lights: Noah's JourneyBarbara M. Britton and whose Main Character's Name begins in Milan Noah 12/12/20
❎5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, Barbara M. Britton
Lioness: Mahlah's Journey 12/7/20
6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
❎❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUDAPEST. Deborah's StoryAnn Burton 12/1/20
❎7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA. ADAM DALGLIESH. The LighthouseP.D. James 12/8/20
❎8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
❋ Read a series book #3 Claiming Canaan: Milcah's JourneyBarbara M. Britton
❎9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUCHAREST. Hannah. The Air We Breathe Christa Parrish 11/29/20
❎10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ISTANBUL. -Brand-Portrait of a MurdererAnne Meredith 12/2/20
Well done Chris! Hope you enjoyed your trip.
I am a little behind on my updating, but apparently I have completed this train ride (challenge)!All Aboard the Orient Express!!
Dates: July 19, 2019-April 2, 2021
Option Two: Must be Completed in Order
Stops Completed: 10/10
1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
❋ Read a book with a blue cover-Reunion by Hannah Pittard-Finished 7/25/2019***
2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #6-The Curse of the Holy Pail by Sue Ann Jaffarian-Finished 7/25/2019*** (#2 Odelia Grey Mysteries)
3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #5, or #15-Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix by J.K. Rowling-Finished 8/9/2019**** (#5 Harry Potter Series)
4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in MILAN-The Heist by Janet Evanovich-Finished 8/9/2019**** (MC's Name: Nicholas)
5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in VENICE-The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren-Finished 8/25/2019**** (MC's Name: Ethan)
6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
❋ Read a series book #5, #6, or #3-Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J.K. Rowling-Finished 9/20/2019**** (#6 Harry Potter Series)
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA-Alice I Have Been by Melanie Benjamin-Finished 7/13/2020**** (MC: Alice)
8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in SINAIA-The Recipe Box by Viola Shipman-Finished 8/30/2020*** (MC: Samantha)
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUCHAREST-Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid-Finished 9/12/2020**** (MC: both Emira and Alix)
10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
❋ Read a series book #4-Boston Scream Murder by Ginger Bolton-Finished 4/2/2021*** (Deputy Donut Mysteries #4)
All Aboard the Orient Express!!You Choose the Start Date to Completion
5/26/2021
Our Group Read this month: The Woman on the Orient Express inspired me to create this challenge. Throughout the years the Orient Express ran many different routes. But we are going to travel with Agatha and take the Simplon Route with a couple detours.
Starting in Paris we will board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, a private company that has breathed new life into the legend of the Orient Express with their beautifully restored cars and their detail for luxury. They currently have routes between London, Paris & Venice and once a year they offer the historic journey from Paris to Istanbul.
Complete 10 tasks - one for each city. You can mix and match the type of task you use (series, MC or cover option). Let us know which task you are completing.
Choose your challenge option:
Option One: Complete the tasks in any order.
Option Two: Complete the tasks in order of the trip.
Challenge Rules: All forms of books are accepted as long as they are 100 pages or more. When posting updates of completed books, please include a link to the title and author’s name, along with the date you finished reading the book. Please post cover if it is task appropriate. When you have completed the challenge, please copy and paste your entire challenge and repost in a new message, letting us know it is completed
Enjoy Your Trip!
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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.
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.
❋ 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.
❋ 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.
❋ 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.
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.
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All Aboard the Orient Express!!November 1, 2021 - Completion
Completed: 0/10
Option Two: Complete the tasks in order of the trip.
1. 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.
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.
❋ 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.
❋ 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.
❋ 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.
❋ 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.
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
❋ 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
❋ 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
❋ 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
❋ 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
❋ 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.
All Aboard the Orient Express!!Duration: November 1, 2021- March 9, 2022
1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
Read a series book #1.
Track of the Cat- Nevada Barr- 11/21/21 (Anna Pigeon #1)
2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
Read a series book #2 or #6.
Unamused Muse- R.L. Naquin- 12/22/21 (Mt Olympus Employment Agency #2)
3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
Read a series book #1, #5, or #15.
Inheritance- Morgan Cole- 12/26/21 (Last Enclave #1)
4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
Read a series book #2 or #3.
Redemption- Morgan Cole- 12/31/21 (Last Enclave #2)
5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM
Read a series book #1, #6, or #4.
Flatline- S.A. Magnusson- 1/1/22 (Medicine and Magic #1)
6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
Read a series book #5, #6, or #3.
Death Takes a Holiday- Jennifer Harlow- 1/6/22 (F.R.E.A.K.S. Squad Investigation #3)
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
Read a series book #2 or #5.
Keeper- Tom Larcombe- 1/24/22 (Light Online #2)
8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
Read a series book #3 or #7.
Booking the Crook- Laurie Cass- 2/17/22 (Bookmobile Cat #7)
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
Read a series book #1, #2 , #11 or #12.
Immortally Yours- Angie Fox- 2/24/22 (Monster Mash #1)
10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
Read a series book #4 or #6.
Druid Vices and a Vodka- Annette Marie- 3/9/22 (Guild Codex #6)
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All Aboard the Orient Express!!
November 28 2017 to March 2 2018
10/10 Option One
1. Our Journey Begins in Paris
❋ Read a series book #1.
Killer Christmas by Harper Lin
Date Read: November 29 2017
Rating: 3.5 stars
2. Paris to Dijon, France - 260 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #6.
Kisscut by Karin Slaughter
#2 in the Grant County Series
Date Read: December 5 2017
Rating: 5 stars
3. Dijon to Lausanne, Switzerland – 150 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in LAUSANNE.
Book Name: Kiss Me If You Can by Carly Phillips
Date Read: December 19 2017
Rating: 3 stars
How it fits: MC is named Sam Cooper
4. Lausanne to Milan – 230 KM
❋ Read a series book #2 or #3
Killman Creek by Rachel Caine
How it Fits: Stillhouse Lake#2
Date Read: January 5 2018
Rating: 5 stars
5. Milan to Venice – 164 KM.
❋ Read a series book #1, #6, or #4.
Book Name: The Mysterious Affair at Styles by Agatha Christie
How it Fits: Hercule Poirot#1
Date Read: December 30 2017
Rating: 4.5 stars
6. Venice to Budapest – 563 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in BUDAPEST.
Book Name: Alanna: The First Adventure by Tamora Pierce
How it Fits: Main Character name: Alanna
Date Read: March 2 2018
Rating: 4 stars
7. Budapest to Oradea - 225 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ORADEA.
Book Name: Because of Winn-Dixie by Katie Dicamillo
How it Fits: Main Character name: Opal
Date Read: February 13 2018
Rating: 4 stars
8. Oradea to Sinaia – 337 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in SINAIA.
Book Name: The Heist by Janet Evanoich
How it Fits: Main Character name: Nick
Date Read: February 13 2018
Rating: 4 stars
9. Sinaia to Bucharest – 112 KM
❋ Read a series book #1, #2 , #11 or #12.
Book Name: In the Blood by Steve Robinson
How it Fits: Jefferson Tayte Geneaological Mysteries#1
Date Read: January 2 2018
Rating: 4 stars
10. Bucharest to Istanbul – 446 KM
❋ Read a book whose Main Character's Name begins with a letter in ISTANBUL.
Book Name: Midnight at the Bright Ideas Bookstore by Matthew Sullivan
How it Fits: Main Character name: Lydia
Date Read: February 9 2018
Rating: 3 stars