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| style="width: 35%; padding: 5px;" |'''Abbreviation'''
| style="width: 65%; padding: 5px;" |WRJ
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| style="width: 35%; padding: 5px;" |'''Industry'''
| style="width: 65%; padding: 5px;" |[[wikipedia:Luxury travel|Luxury travel]], [[wikipedia:Rail tourism|Rail tourism]]
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| style="width: 35%; padding: 5px;" |'''Founded'''
| style="width: 65%; padding: 5px;" |2013
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| style="width: 35%; padding: 5px;" |'''Founder'''
| style="width: 65%; padding: 5px;" |Manish S. Saini
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| style="width: 35%; padding: 5px;" |'''Headquarters'''
| style="width: 65%; padding: 5px;" |[[wikipedia:India|India]]
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| style="width: 35%; padding: 5px;" |'''Area served'''
| style="width: 65%; padding: 5px;" |[[wikipedia:India|India]], International
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| style="width: 35%; padding: 5px;" |'''Specialisation'''
| style="width: 65%; padding: 5px;" |Luxury rail journeys, curated travel experiences
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| style="width: 35%; padding: 5px;" |'''Years active'''
| style="width: 65%; padding: 5px;" |2013–present
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'''Worldwide Rail Journeys''' ('''WRJ''') is an [[wikipedia:India|Indian]] [[wikipedia:Luxury rail tourism|luxury rail tourism]] company founded in 2013. The company specialises in conceptualising, marketing, and facilitating premium [[wikipedia:Rail transport|rail]] travel experiences across [[wikipedia:India|India]] and selected global destinations.

Operating from India, WRJ is known for its emphasis on heritage-led and experience-focused rail journeys, positioning luxury trains as destinations in themselves rather than solely as modes of transport.

Over its operational history, Worldwide Rail Journeys has collaborated with [[wikipedia:Government of India|government]] agencies, public-sector tourism bodies, and international luxury rail operators.

== History ==

=== Foundation and concept (2013) ===
''Railways tell stories long before destinations do.''

Worldwide Rail Journeys was established with the aim of elevating rail travel into a curated luxury experience rooted in history, culture, and comfort. When luxury rail tourism in India was still evolving, the company adopted a specialist model focused on long-term partnerships and experiential design.

Founded by '''Manish S. Saini''', WRJ was envisioned as a dedicated platform for promoting premium rail journeys that combine Indian heritage with global luxury standards.

=== Establishing expertise (2013–2018) ===
The formative years of Worldwide Rail Journeys were dedicated to developing operational knowledge and building trust within the highly regulated rail tourism sector.

During this phase, WRJ worked in coordination with [[wikipedia:Indian Railways|Indian Railways]], [[wikipedia:Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation|IRCTC]], and various state-run luxury train corporations.

Key activities during this period included:

* Representation and promotion of luxury trains such as ''[[wikipedia:Palace on Wheels|Palace on Wheels]]'', ''[[wikipedia:Maharajas' Express|Maharajas’ Express]]'', ''[[wikipedia:Deccan Odyssey|Deccan Odyssey]]'', and ''[[wikipedia:Golden Chariot|Golden Chariot]]''
* Execution of luxury train charters and special rail itineraries
* Development of a niche identity focused exclusively on rail-based luxury tourism

=== Market presence and expansion (2014–2019) ===
As its reputation grew, Worldwide Rail Journeys expanded its outreach to international travel markets and strengthened relationships with overseas travel professionals.

During this phase, the company:

* Catered to over '''9,500 travellers'''
* Built partnerships with '''350+ travel agents''' worldwide
* Established a consistent presence in the luxury rail tourism segment

== Awards and recognition ==
Worldwide Rail Journeys has received industry recognition for its role in promoting rail tourism and destination experiences.

Notable recognitions include:

* ''National Tourism Award'' (2016) – [[wikipedia:Ministry of Tourism (India)|Ministry of Tourism, Government of India]]
* ''Best Rail Tour Operator'' – [[wikipedia:India Travel Awards|India Travel Awards]] (2015, 2016)
* ''Travel & Tourism Business of the Year'' (2017) – [[wikipedia:New Delhi|New Delhi]]
* ''Best Brochure – Tour Operator'' (2014) – [[wikipedia:Indian Association of Tour Operators|Indian Association of Tour Operators]]
* ''Entrepreneur Trophy'' (2016) – Presented to Manish S. Saini

=== Disruption during the pandemic (2020–2021) ===
The [[wikipedia:COVID-19 pandemic|COVID-19 pandemic]] led to a suspension of rail operations and international travel, directly affecting luxury rail tourism worldwide.

During this period, Worldwide Rail Journeys focused on strategic planning, internal restructuring, and maintaining relationships with global partners.

=== Renewed operations and international reach (2022–present) ===
With the gradual recovery of global travel, WRJ resumed operations and expanded its international luxury rail portfolio.

Its international associations include:

* ''[[wikipedia:Rovos Rail|Rovos Rail]]'' – South Africa
* ''SJourney Luxury Train'' – [[wikipedia:Vietnam|Vietnam]]
* ''Train Suite [[wikipedia:Shiki-shima|SHIKI-SHIMA]]'' – [[wikipedia:Japan|Japan]]
* Australian luxury trains such as ''[[wikipedia:The Ghan|The Ghan]]'', ''[[wikipedia:Indian Pacific|Indian Pacific]]'', ''[[wikipedia:Great Southern (train)|Great Southern]]'', and ''[[wikipedia:The Overland|The Overland]]''

Within India, WRJ continues its association with major luxury rail services and acts as the '''Exclusive Marketing Partner''' for the ''[[wikipedia:Palace on Wheels|Palace on Wheels]]''.

== Current profile ==
Worldwide Rail Journeys functions as a specialised luxury rail tourism company, combining institutional approvals, operational expertise, and international collaborations.

== Core outlook ==
The company promotes the philosophy that rail journeys offer immersive travel experiences where the journey itself forms a central element of luxury.

== See also ==

* [[wikipedia:Luxury train|Luxury train]]
* [[wikipedia:Rail tourism|Rail tourism]]
* [[wikipedia:Tourism in India|Tourism in India]]

== External links ==
* [http://www.worldwiderailjourneys.com/ Official website]
* [https://www.instagram.com/worldwiderailjourneys/ Worldwide Rail Journeys] on Instagram
* [https://www.facebook.com/worldwiderailjourney/ Worldwide Rail Journeys] on Facebook 
* [https://www.youtube.com/user/worldwiderailjourney Worldwide Rail Journeys] on YouTube
* [https://www.linkedin.com/company/worldwiderailjourneys Worldwide Rail Journeys] on LinkedIn 

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