Groups Glide along on Amtrak
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Amtrak, America’s passenger rail carrier, connects over 500 communities in 46 states and transported over 25 million passengers in 2006. Popular Amtrak routes include the line that connects New York and Boston with Chicago and points west as well as the one that runs along the east coast, connecting New England with Florida .
In addition to being a unique way to see the United States, Amtrak offers extra incentives for passengers traveling in a group of 20 or more. These include:
- Early boarding – Your group will be able to pre-board ahead of the rest of the passengers on most trains.
- Discounts — Groups are eligible for discounts of up to 20 percent on most trains. These discounts are combinable with the standard 15 percent senior discount and the 50 percent children’s fares.
- Advance Seat Assignments – Amtrak can reserve seats for your group ahead of time, even an entire coach if your group is large enough.
Riding the rails on Amtrak is an unhurried way to see the American countryside. What’s more, unlike hectic airports, many U.S. train stations, such as Washington’s Union Station or Grand Central Station in New York, are historic landmarks in themselves.
For more information, visit the Amtrak Web site.
(photo credit: istockphoto)
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