Sapo: The finest combination of Western ambiance and South-Eastern culture lies in the heart of Indochine style trains. If you fancy something with an artistic charm, a romantic atmosphere and a nostalgic feeling, these trains will come in satisfaction.
The modern days are witnessing ongoing changes in luxury travel – with high-class, vintage and cultural-mix train journeys getting more attention. As a result, passengers seek an ultimate, full-on experience inside Indochine style trains. By combining the East and the West in terms of interior designs and services, these train carriages will charm everybody with all the beauty and elegance.
Explore everything about the Indochine style trains, including the main components of interiors and designs, as well as the best Indochine-design carriage out there for the best journey of your life.
I. What is the Indochine style train?
1. Overview of the Indochine Style
Originally from the late 1930s, the Indochine style design is a combination of French arts and designs and traditional Eastern elements – mostly from Southeast Asia nations. Indochine in French refers to countries in Indochina during the French colonization. As a result, the core of this design theme is influenced by both Eastern and Western cultures. There are two extremes of Indochine style designs: Chinese and Indian.
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Served as a muse for numerous creative pioneers, its influence is more or less affecting Vietnam’s cultural legacy. Indochine Style’s essence lies in a deep, yet complimented contrast that fully represents the finest characteristics of both nations – classic, elegant, attractive and somewhat noble.
2. Indochine style designs inside Vietnamese trains
The Indochine style design is illustrated thoroughly and gracefully inside luxury trains in Vietnam. Each corner of these trains is an artifact, created by harmonizing Vietnamese cultural design with modern, contemporary Western artwork. As such, cruising on these trains brings out an exquisite experience that will carve into the memories of passengers.
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Adapting the theory of Indochine arts, SJourney’s interiors and amenities are the wonders that can transcend through time. More than just a means of transportation, they are state-of-the-art creations that will maintain the legacy of Vietnamese railway history and the beauty of slow travel. You can immerse yourself in the atmosphere inside each carriage of the train, as the scenery of Vietnam and the timeless charm inside envelop your senses.
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II. Components inside an Indochine style train car
1. Colors and artwork
To capture the modern, tropical Asian ambiance, while maintaining the nostalgic, vintage and peaceful European atmosphere from the 20th century, the major tones and colors of the Indochine style trains are mostly warm, with cream yellow, brown and ruby red being authentic. White and other stand-out hues are also contributing to the modernization of Indochine arts, yet they should be used in moderation – enough to emphasize the vintage atmosphere inside.
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Traditionally carved patterns and oil paintings are the main artwork inside a train with Indochine style design. They are not only the main attraction when entering the train cars, but also an artistic asset, filled with Vietnamese cultural heritage.
2. Usually-use materials
Drawing inspiration from Mother Nature, with God-given materials that connect to the superstitions of Eastern culture, the elements frequently used in Indochine style trains are bamboo, mahogany, rattan, and metal with wood-like designs. While bamboo and rattan can serve as decoration and furniture, mahogany and steel will be the main materials that contribute to the backbones of the trains.
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3. Interior decoration
Besides the furniture that will appear in multiple luxury train carriages such as beddings, high-quality tables and chairs, closets and bars, the exclusive Indochine style interiors also show up as the highlights of these train cars. Notably mentioned are screens, mahogany frames, mirrors and anti-wood decoration. These items are crafted with natural materials, representing the culture and delicacy of Vietnam.
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III. Where to find the best Indochine style train in Vietnam?
The beauty of Indochine style design is unparalleled, due to the creativity and harmonious pieces that lie within each corner of the carriages. As a result, passengers in the last few years are seeking the best Indochine style train in Vietnam. The criteria may vary, but ultimately, the similar point should be a combination of creativity, cultural abundance and neoclassical elements.
Take a look at the example of SJourney – the first-ever luxury train line across the nation, and the most immersive railway experience in Vietnam. Harboring the core of Indochine style design, SJourney thoroughly sets a combination of European ambiances and symbolic Vietnamese cultural traits, therefore, enduring the legacy of the Vietnamese-French railway history.
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Each corner inside the carriages tributes to the tranquility of the heritage, offering an exotic, yet graceful journey that transcends through time. By taking the influence from both the Vietnamese and French design aspects, this train can be considered a moving museum that captures the movements of modern Vietnam, while maintaining the nostalgia that expresses the beauty of the former times.
SJourney offers 2 types of cabins for passengers to choose from based on preferences: The twin and the double. Each cabin will consist of a bedding set, a table and chair set, a room-size bar counter, a wardrobe with shoe corners, storage space, and private bathrooms – with toiletries included.
And it’s not just about the interior that showcases the harmony of the Indochine Style. Stepping outside the carriages, you can indulge yourself in the splendor of artistic coastlines, captivating scenes, friendly locals, and, naturally, top-notch 5-star experiences and services at each stop of the whole journey.
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