Orient Express scraps UK section after 41 years

After 41 years of running its famous routes, which travel from London Victoria Station to Folkestone in Kent, before continuing into Europe, the train operator will remove the UK leg of the journey. Upon announcement of the news, many are blaming Brexit for the decision, which came about due to new biometric and passport checks when crossing the border into France. Historically, freedom of movement within the European Union meant travelling on the Orient Express was stress-free, with minimal passport checks. Formerly, passengers would board the British Pullman train, operated by Belmond in London, before changing to a coach travelling through the Eurotunnel to the company’s European locomotive upon arrival in France, in time for a lavish dinner onboard. Now, passengers will need to make their own way to France, which can be done via the Eurostar to Paris, to join the renowned train.