Deals Notice: VIA Rail Canada Offers Significant Spring Savings, Including Half-Offs snd 2-For-1 Deals

MONTREAL – March 20, 2008 – Whether experiencing the rustic romance of the Maritimes, the bustle of major cities throughout Ontario and Quebec or the melting snow and rushing waters of the Canadian Rockies, VIA Rail Canada offers steep savings throughout the country and across all levels of service this spring.  Free tickets for those traveling with adults over 60 years of age, up to 50% savings for travel aboard select services, and deals in VIA 1 and Comfort (economy) classes within the Ontario/Quebec Corridor make it easy for travelers to save their extra cash for a rainy April day.

Here’s a glimpse of some of VIA’s spring travel deals. 

Up to 50% Off All Spring Long from the East to the West*

Book by March 31, 2008 and receive a discount of up to 50% based on regular adult peak period fares aboard VIA Rail’s Canadian traveling between Toronto and Vancouver; the Ocean traveling between Montréal and Halifax; and the Chaleur traveling between Montréal and Quebec’s Gaspé region. The discount is available for travel through June 14, 2008, for Comfort and Comfort Sleeper services on the Ocean and Chaleur trains and until May 31, 2008 for Silver & Blue class service on board the Canadian.   VIA’s sleeping car services feature cozy bedrooms with duvet bedding, towels, a shower kit, and turn-down chocolates. All trains feature tastefully decorated dining cars serving locally-inspired cuisine and a selection of fine wines and spirits.  Tickets are subject to availability.  Visit viarail.ca/50eastwest for complete conditions.

VIA 1 Class at a Fraction of the Price

Customers traveling in VIA 1 (first) class can now enjoy deep discounts along VIA Rail’s Windsor to Québec City Corridor service.  With fares starting as low as CAD $79 (the exchange being virtually equal to the U.S. dollar) travelers can book a ticket that includes complimentary meal and beverage service and access to relaxing Panorama Lounges located in many Corridor stations. Sample fares include travel from Toronto to Montréal for CAD $149, representing a discount of over 30%.  Pay-for-demand wireless Internet service is also available on-board the Corridor.  Space is subject to availability and must be booked at least one day prior to departure.  For more information and conditions, visit viarail.ca/ultimate.

Cash in on Comfort Class Deals on the Corridor

Travelers can also benefit from a special one day advance purchase of Comfort Class fares of CAD $59 valid between Toronto and either Montréal or Ottawa for travel completed by May 31, 2008, as well as our existing advance purchase fares within the Ontario (Windsor)-Québec corridor.  Tickets are subject to availability and other conditions may apply. 

Seniors – Bring a Friend for FREE!

Year-round, VIA’s Senior Companion Fare allows passengers age 60 and over who purchase a ticket at the regular senior’s fare to bring along a companion – of any age – for free when traveling in Comfort Class or at 75% sleeper/premium class fares.  Tickets must be purchased at least five days prior to departure and are subject to availability. For more information visit viarail.ca/2for1.

To take advantage of these spring savings call 1-888-VIA-RAIL (842-7245) or visit viarail.ca/offers.

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