https://pjmedia.com/rogerlsimon/2009/08/24/night-train-to-venice/feed/PJ Media is a leading news site covering culture, politics, faith, homeland security, and more. Our reporters and columnists provide original, in-depth analysis from a variety of perspectives.en-usWed, 10 Jun 2026 00:48:04 -0400<![CDATA[By late afternoon Sunday I felt like a dead man and was secretly regretting my vacation before it had barely begun. We had flown over night to Paris where we only were to stay for the day, leaving our bags in a creepy consigne at the Gare de Lyon while traipsing around the city for a few (actually almost twelve) long hours, waiting for the train to Venice. And to be honest, I have mixed feelings about Paris, some of them personal and some of them related to the coldness of the city despite its extraordinary beauty and unlimited attractions.]]>Mon, 24 Aug 2009 08:17:06 -0400<![CDATA[Roger L. Simon]]>https://pjmedia.com/roger-l-simon/2009/08/24/night-train-to-venice-n217530