Amtrak

Amtrak Updates Mobile App to Improve the Booking Experience

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Mardi, septembre 10, 2019
Rail transport by country, Rail transportation in the United States, Transportation in the United States, Amtrak, OpenTravel Alliance

Version 4.0 brings significant enhancements to meet customers' needs, by offering more services, and making booking faster and easier than ever before.

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  • Version 4.0 brings significant enhancements to meet customers' needs, by offering more services, and making booking faster and easier than ever before.
  • Now with the app updates, customers can more effectively book, ticket, change and monitor travel while they are on the go.
  • Amtrak offers a more comfortable and convenient travel experience with free Wi-Fi on most trains, plenty of leg room and no middle seat.
  • Book travel, check train status, access your eTicket and more using the Amtrak app.

Capitol Corridor Introduces Discounted Multi-Ride Train Ticket and Rewards Program for California Students

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Jeudi, août 29, 2019
Rail transportation in the United States, Rail transport by country, Transportation in the United States, Public transportation in San Francisco, Public transportation in San Diego County, California, Capitol Corridor, Amtrak, Pacific Surfliner, San Joaquin, Amtrak California

With students heading back to school, the Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority (CCJPA) is introducing a new multi-ride fare ticket as part of a larger rewards program calledStride On Board.

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  • With students heading back to school, the Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority (CCJPA) is introducing a new multi-ride fare ticket as part of a larger rewards program calledStride On Board.
  • The ticket offers students a 25% discount for six rides over a one-year period on the Capitol Corridor train and its dedicated connecting buses.
  • In addition to the discounted multi-ride ticket, the Capitol Corridor also offers an everyday discount of 15% for students ages 13 to 25 using Promotion Code V353 on the Capitol Corridor website.
  • This discount is part of the California Everyday Discounts program available on all three Amtrak-operated routes in California the Capitol Corridor, Amtrak San Joaquins, and Pacific Surfliner.

Amtrak Enhances Share Fares Deal Offering Discount for Up to Six Travelers

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Mardi, août 13, 2019
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Amtrak announced its new and improved Share Fares deal, offering up to 45% off Amtrak travel.

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Amtrak announced its new and improved Share Fares deal, offering up to 45% off Amtrak travel.
  • Inspiring customers to travel together with friends and loved ones, Amtrak now offers discounts for up to six passengers as part of its Share Fares deal.
  • The deal was previously available for four passengers and provided up to a 35% discount.
  • The Share Fares discount is valid for purchase on August 12 for travel after August 14 and requires a reservation two days in advance.

Amtrak Offers Acela Nonstop Service between Washington, D.C. and New York City

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Jeudi, juillet 25, 2019
Rail transportation in the United States, Rail transport, Tilting trains, Acela Express, Amtrak, Pennsylvania Station

The northbound train will depart WAS at 4:30 p.m., and arrive at NYP around 7:05 p.m.

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  • The northbound train will depart WAS at 4:30 p.m., and arrive at NYP around 7:05 p.m.
    "The new Acela Nonstop service will have you halfway to your New York City or DC destination in the time it would take you to board a flight," said Amtrak President & CEO Richard Anderson.
  • "This new service will offer an ideal solution for travelers who want to save time and travel between city center DC and New York."
  • In addition, the standard Quiet Car, Caf Car and First Class services will be offered on Acela Nonstop so customers will not miss any of the popular features available on current Acela service.
  • The Acela Nonstop service comes in advance of the 2021 launch of brand-new Acela trainsets.

Amtrak Announces Mother's Day Free Companion Sale

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Jeudi, mai 9, 2019
Rail transport by country, Rail transportation in the United States, Transportation in the United States, Amtrak, OpenTravel Alliance

WASHINGTON, May 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrate Mother's Day this year with the unique gift of a travel experience during the Amtrak Unconditional Love Flash Sale beginning Thursday, May 9 through Monday, May 13.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrate Mother's Day this year with the unique gift of a travel experience during the Amtrak Unconditional Love Flash Sale beginning Thursday, May 9 through Monday, May 13.
  • This special offer isvalid for travel nationwide between June 1 through Sept. 30 with no blackout dates.
  • Treat mom, grandma, a favorite aunt or another loved one to a memorable opportunityto travel on Amtrak with a guest orconsider surprising her with a special trip for the two of you!
  • Additionally, Amtrak Guest Rewards members can also register to earn double points on travel during Double Days, now through May 18.

Amtrak Introduces New Group Discount For Travel Across National Network

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Mercredi, avril 24, 2019
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This everyday discount is available for purchase starting on Wednesday, April 24.

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  • This everyday discount is available for purchase starting on Wednesday, April 24.
  • The Share Fares discount is valid for purchase on April 24 for travel after April 27 and requires a reservation three days in advance.
  • With its new advertising campaign, Get Carried Away , Amtrak is encouraging travelers to invite friends and family because every adventure deserves company.
  • "At Amtrak, we believe the journey is the most important part of the adventure," said Amtrak President and CEO Richard Anderson.

People for Urban Progress announces high-end Amtrak bag collection

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Mardi, octobre 16, 2018
Rail transportation in the United States, Rail transport by country, Transportation in the United States, Acela Express, Amtrak

This landmark project is PUP's first national endeavor, and a new initiative for Amtrak as well.

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  • This landmark project is PUP's first national endeavor, and a new initiative for Amtrak as well.
  • The limited-edition launch of the Amtrak Collection includes handmade accessories from Amtrak's flagship Acela Express.
  • All designs are developed and hand-made by the designers at PUP, who also developed the process of repurposing the seats.
  • The full line of the Amtrak Collection will retail between $75 to $750 dollars.

Amtrak Reveals Modern Interiors on New Acela Express Fleet

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Mercredi, août 8, 2018
Rail transportation in the United States, Rail transport by country, Rail transport, Acela Express, Passenger rail transport, Amtrak, Express train

The new Acela trainset interiors will feature spacious and smooth leather seats, with integrated in-seat lighting and personal electrical outlets and USB ports.

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  • The new Acela trainset interiors will feature spacious and smooth leather seats, with integrated in-seat lighting and personal electrical outlets and USB ports.
  • Each seat will be equipped with dual tray tables providing customers with a large and small table option.
  • The new trainsets will accommodate 386 passengers, an increase of nearly 30 percent, while preserving the spacious, high-end comfort of the current Acela Express service that customers enjoy today.
  • In advance of the arrival of the new trainsets and to ensure the ongoing comfort of our customers, Amtrak has invested more than $4 million in an extensive refresh of the current Acela Express train interiors.

Shady Grove Fertility Opens New Satellite Office in Silver Spring, Maryland, Making Access to Highly Specialized Fertility Care More Convenient for Patients

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Mercredi, août 8, 2018
Rail transportation in the United States, Rail transport by country, Transportation in the United States, Red Line, Silver Spring station, Silver Spring, Maryland, Shady Grove station, Brunswick Line, MARC Train, Amtrak

The increasing demand for convenient access to specialized fertility care in Silver Spring and the surrounding area is what prompted the opening of this new office, joining 4 full-service Maryland locations and 2 satellite locations throughout D.C., and Montgomery County.

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  • The increasing demand for convenient access to specialized fertility care in Silver Spring and the surrounding area is what prompted the opening of this new office, joining 4 full-service Maryland locations and 2 satellite locations throughout D.C., and Montgomery County.
  • The Silver Spring office is a 10-minute walk from the Silver Spring Metro stop on the Red Line, and the Amtrak Marc Train stop for the Brunswick Line.
  • One of the core missions at SGF is to not only make fertility care more convenient, but to provide access to affordable yet highly specialized and personalized fertility care.
  • "My husband and I underwent treatment at several facilities before coming to Shady Grove Fertility and meeting Dr. Roth.

Amtrak Northeast Corridor Customers to Experience Faster, More Reliable Free Wi-Fi

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Jeudi, mai 10, 2018
Rail transport by country, Rail transportation in the United States, Transportation in the United States, Amtrak, OpenTravel Alliance, Broadband, Acela Express, Wi-Fi, Northeast Corridor, Internet access

WASHINGTON, May 10, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Amtrak travelers on the Northeast Corridor (NEC) will soon enjoy improved Wi-Fi, with a more reliable and easier connection to high-speed broadband.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 10, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Amtrak travelers on the Northeast Corridor (NEC) will soon enjoy improved Wi-Fi, with a more reliable and easier connection to high-speed broadband.
  • Amtrak Acela Express customers are already benefiting from performance tuning, including improved stability and reliability of VPN connections for customers accessing corporate networks.
  • Later this summer, customers will also experience a new, simplified Amtrak Wi-Fi landing page.
  • Amtrak offers a more comfortable and convenient travel experience with free Wi-Fi on most trains, plenty of leg room and no middle seat.