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Offering first class travel at second class prices
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., April 24, 2012 – Rail Europe Inc., the North American leader in European rail travel, partners with Switzerland Tourism and the Swiss Travel System to launch the Swiss Pass Special*. This limited time offer allows travelers to experience Switzerland for less and travel in first class style while paying second class prices.
Now through May 10, 2012, travelers who book a consecutive fifteen-day Swiss Pass will receive a first class pass for the price of a second class pass, when they enter the promotion code SWISS15. As an added bonus, travelers also receive a complementary coupon offering round trip travel on the Stanserhorn mountain, via funicular train and a ride up to the peak on the world’s first open top, double decker cable car CabriO. Bookings can be made by visiting Rail Europe’s website at RailEurope.com, or by calling Rail Europe’s Contact Center or by visiting MySwitzerland.com.
The price**for the consecutive fifteen-day Swiss Pass is $507 per person, savings can be as much as $300, while this offer lasts. Travel is valid for six months from the date of purchase.
Switzerland boasts an incredibly comprehensive and navigable transportation system which allows travelers to easily enjoy the natural beauty the country has to offer. The Swiss Pass provides extensive travel on all trains, boats and postal buses throughout the Swiss Travel System. As an added bonus, children under 16 ride free, and all Swiss Pass holders receive free access to more than 400 museums in Switzerland.
*Offer is limited to the first 125 eligible passes or the promotion’s end date of 11:59pm ET on May 10, 2012, whichever comes first. Offer is subject to change or extension without notice. No other discounts can be combined.
**Price is subject to change.
About Rail Europe Inc.
Rail Europe Inc. is the largest distributor of European rail products in North America. Rail Europe represents more than 50 railroads and provides train travel in most European countries, offering the widest range of passes and point-to-point rail tickets. An essential part of the vacation planning process, the company’s Web site offers a user-friendly booking engine, online rail pass finder, virtual tours, interactive maps and much more. Rail Europe provides a worry-free, cost and time-effective experience by letting customers purchase tickets and plan travel details in advance. The Rail Europe App for the iPhone and iPod touch, allows passengers to exchange E-tickets, book new trips and access their travel information on the go. Rail Europe encourages travelers to make train travel a part of their European travel experience
For more information or to book a trip with Rail Europe, visit www.raileurope.com. Trips can also be reserved by consulting with a travel agent or calling 1-888-382-7245 (U.S.). To book rail for groups of 10 or more, please contact the Group Department at www.raileurope.com/group-travel/group-travel.html.
High-resolution photos of European trains may be downloaded by the media at downloads.raileurope.com/presspix/presspix.html.
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MEDIA CONTACTS:
Danielle Perrone
Lou Hammond & Associates
212-891-0227/0216
daniellep@lhammond.com
Samina Sabir
Public Relations Manager
Rail Europe Inc.
914-989-3385
ssabir@raileurope.com