WASHINGTON – As the weather turns warmer, thousands of Americans will take that long-awaited vacation. Whether it’s a visit back home to see friends and family or an excursion to discover a new destination, Amtrak ensures "Many Happy Returns" to over 500 destinations coast-to-coast for even less. With "Many Happy Returns," adults travel at a 30 percent discount while kids 2 to 15 go along at half price.
Students planning a week on the beach for Spring Break may travel for even less as the "Many Happy Returns" discount can be combined with the existing Student Advantage discount available to program members. Veterans Advantage members are also eligible to combine the discounts.
"It’s clear that Americans are beginning to travel again, and we welcome them to take that trip on Amtrak," said Barbara J. Richardson, executive vice president of Amtrak. "With "Many Happy Returns," our guests may travel across America on board Amtrak where the trip is more than just a journey – it’s an enjoyable adventure."
"Many Happy Returns" is perfect for families travelling together as they will enjoy even greater savings. On Amtrak, up to two children may accompany each adult at 50 percent off the full fare. Toddlers younger than two travel for free. That means for families, two adults may travel at the special 30 percent off fare with up to four children ages 2 to 15 travelling at half price.
Amtrak’s "Many Happy Returns" promotion is available for purchase through May 19, 2002 for travel through June 15, 2002. To plan a Spring Break getaway guests should call 1-800-USA-RAIL, visit a local travel agent, or log onto www.amtrak.com and mention promotion code H208. "Many Happy Returns" is even available to groups travelling together.
Guests may enjoy "Many Happy Returns" on board Amtrak to warm Spring Break destinations from Florida to California. The discount is available on the Southwest Chief (Chicago – Los Angeles), the Coast Starlight (Seattle – Los Angeles), the Texas Eagle (Chicago – San Antonio – Los Angeles), and Amtrak’s Silver service (New York – Orlando/Miami/Tampa), to name a few. The promotion is not available on Acela Express, Metroliner, and Auto Train services.
Reservations are required at least seven days prior to departure, and tickets must be purchased within three days of making a reservation. Tickets are non-refundable once purchased. Other restrictions and blackout dates do apply.
Once a reservation is made, guests may pick up their tickets at any staffed Amtrak station or have their tickets sent by mail. Guests may also contact their local travel agent for assistance in ticketing a reservation.
Amtrak guests enjoy satisfaction-guaranteed service in more than 500 communities in 46 states throughout a 22,000-mile route system. Amtrak offers guests America’s only high-speed rail service between Washington and Boston as well as a nationwide unconditional guest Satisfaction Guarantee. Last year, the company set all-time records for passenger rider ship and overall revenue.
