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Metrolink and Amtrak Pacific Surfliner Expand Codeshare Program for Greater Travel Flexibility Between Los Angeles and Ventura

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(IN SHORT) Metrolink, the regional passenger rail service in Southern California, has collaborated with the LOSSAN Rail Corridor Agency, responsible for managing the Amtrak Pacific Surfliner service, to enhance their existing codeshare program. Starting today, passengers with valid tickets for either Metrolink or Pacific Surfliner services can board either train between Los Angeles and Ventura…. Read the full press release

KLM Expands Air/Rail Product in Support of Sustainability Efforts with Additional Seats on Thalys Trains

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Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2023-Feb-16 — /Travel PR News/ — KLM has purchased additional seats on four Thalys trains for transfer passengers travelling between Amsterdam and Brussels this summer. The extra seats form part of KLM’s efforts to scale down its four daily flights still operated between Amsterdam and Brussels. The extended air/rail product will be available… Read the full press release

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Announces Four New Winter Journeys to French Alps: Luxurious Train to Access Ski Resorts in December 2023

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LONDON, UK, 2023-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The original icon of the rails, Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, A Belmond Train, Europe, unveils four new winter journeys between Paris and the French Alps. Launching in December 2023, the blue-and-gold carriages will glide through some of France’s most untouched countryside and up to the alpine train stations of… Read the full press release

Orient Express to bring its virtual immersion concept to international design fair: Design Miami/

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Paris, France, 2022-Dec-01 — /Travel PR News/ — One month after its Parisian event, Orient Express Revelation: Once upon a time, there was the future Orient Express train, is heading to Miami from November 30 to December 4 for the 18th edition of the international Design Miami/ fair. Guests will discover the legendary train via… Read the full press release

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority welcomes Metrorail to Dulles International Airport

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Opening of Dulles Metrorail Station Connects Passengers to Regional Transit Network Including Direct Train Service to Downtown Washington, D.C. Washington DC, USA, 2022-Nov-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority officially welcomed Metrorail to Dulles International Airport on Tuesday, marking the completion of a major two-phase Silver Line construction project to extend… Read the full press release

Accor unveils first images of the future Orient Express train

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Once Upon a Time… There was the future Orient Express Train Paris, France, 2022-Oct-20 — /Travel PR News/ — 140 years ago, Georges Nagelmackers turned his dream into reality by launching the first luxury Orient Express trains. Today (19 October 2022), the legend continues with the unveiling of the future Orient Express train. Completely re-imagined,… Read the full press release

Metrolink announces 30% discount to celebrate its upcoming 30th anniversary

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Loyal riders to receive more perks with Monthly Pass in celebration of Metrolink’s 30th anniversary LOS ANGELES, CA, 2022-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — In celebration of its upcoming 30th anniversary on Oct. 26, Metrolink has introduced a 30 percent sale on its Monthly Pass. The 30% discount is open to all Metrolink riders for three months… Read the full press release

Grant Funds Provide 50% Discount for California Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Card Holders

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Grant Funds Provide 50% Discount for EBT Card Holders LOS ANGELES, CA, 2022-Sep-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Beginning today (SEPTEMBER 01, 2022), Metrolink passengers with a California Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card are eligible for a 50 percent discount on all Metrolink tickets and passes. Riders can use their EBT card at any Metrolink station ticket… Read the full press release

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and Thalys trial air-rail service for Amsterdam-Brussels transfer passengers

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Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2022-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and Thalys will today (18 July 2022) launch their previously announced partnership that will see KLM buying seats aboard the Thalys high-speed train for transfer passengers travelling between Schiphol and Brussels. This will allow KLM to operate one less flight between Amsterdam and… Read the full press release

Orient Express, artisan of travel since 1883, returns with the support of Accor

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Paris, France, 2022-Jun-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Almost 140 years after the first Orient Express luxury trains changed rail travel forever, the legend continues. Orient Express, artisan of travel since 1883, announces the return of its legendary train and a new and unique format. With the support of Accor and leadership of its Chairman… Read the full press release

SITA to securely integrate SNCF Voyageurs’s back-office activities to its partner airlines

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Seamless integration of rail and airline systems provides a smoother journey for passengers. Paris, France, 2022-May-31 — /Travel PR News/ — As more airlines operating in France offer their passengers train and air ticketing options, French rail operator SNCF Voyageurs has reconfirmed SITA, the leading IT provider to the air transport industry, to securely and… Read the full press release

Metrolink provided free rides on Earth Day to encourage people in helping improve air quality in southern California

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Los Angeles, CA, 2022-Apr-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Metrolink provided free rides today ( APRIL 22, 2022) on Earth Day to encourage people to take the train and help the air quality in southern California. Riding the train instead of driving can lessen CO2 emissions and limit harmful pollutants released into the environment. Metrolink… Read the full press release

Metrolink switches to renewable fuel

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Los Angeles, CA, 2022-Apr-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (APRIL 13, 2022), Metrolink publicly shared its switch to renewable fuel, making the agency the first in the nation to completely power all its locomotives by the cleaner burning alternative. “It’s a proud achievement to be the first rail agency in the nation to use… Read the full press release

Metrolink to provide free rides all day On Earth Day, Friday, April 22

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Los Angeles, CA, 2022-Apr-15 — /Travel PR News/ — On Earth Day, Friday, April 22, Metrolink will provide free rides all day on all Metrolink trains, with no ticket required. Riders can board a Metrolink train at any station throughout the six-county area for transportation wherever Metrolink trains travel. Riders are also invited to visit… Read the full press release

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and Thalys strengthen cooperation on joint AirRail product

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Amstelveen, Netherlands, 2022-Apr-01 — /Travel PR News/ — KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and Thalys have closed an agreement to continue developing their joint AirRail product with a view to making it more appealing to customers. The aim is to increase the number of passengers with connecting KLM flights at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol who travel from… Read the full press release

Indian Railways Lifeline of the Nation

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Mumbai, India, 2022-Feb-6 — /Travel PR News/ — India is a land of diverse languages, cultures and is a home to a large number of religions. To explore this beautiful country entirely, one needs a medium to do so. Indian Train is the bridge which joins each and every nook and corner of India to… Read the full press release

Free rides across all Metrolink lines in southern California on Transit Equity Day, February 4, 2022

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LOS ANGELES, CA, 2022-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Today ( January 28, 2022), the Metrolink Board of Directors approved free rides across all Metrolink lines on Transit Equity Day, February 4. Metrolink invites everyone to take a seat, any seat aboard Metrolink on the anniversary of Rosa Parks’ birthday. Ms. Parks’ refusal to give… Read the full press release

Orient Express La Dolce Vita to welcome its first passengers in 2023

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CANNES, 2021-Dec-12 — /Travel PR News/ — More than 150 years ago, Georges Nagelmackers turned a dream into a reality when he launched the first luxury Orient Express train. Soon, Orient Express will head back on track to offer travellers an unforgettable journey through one of the world’s most beloved countries: Italy. From the luxury rail… Read the full press release

Metrolink offers easy and stress-free travelling to Lunar New Year activities in Los Angeles

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Los Angeles, CA, 2020-Feb-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Metrolink makes travelling to Lunar New Year activities in Los Angeles, including the 121st Annual Golden Dragon parade through the streets of Chinatown on Feb. 1, easy and stress-free, while allowing travelers to avoid traffic jams and parking fees. Metrolink helps save money with the $10 Weekend… Read the full press release

Stagecoach trials world’s first retrospective pricing app to give better value to rail commuters

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Hindsight aims to stop people wasting money on train tickets they don’t need Free app developed by British tech start up Global Travel Ventures Limited Technology automatically swaps commuters to available lower-priced tickets, after they’ve travelled Passengers effortlessly get the lowest-priced set of tickets across the week – even if their plans change Perth, Scotland, 2018-Dec-05… Read the full press release

Bombardier delivers final train for one of the world’s largest INNOVIA Metro fleets

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Bombardier delivers final train for one of the world’s largest INNOVIA Metro fleets   Fleet of 14 four-car INNOVIA Metro 300 trains ordered in 2012 are already increasing transport and capacity ridership in the Malaysian capital The final train, for one of the world’s largest INNOVIA Metro fleets, was handed over on October 11 Berlin, Canada,… Read the full press release

Eurostar launches great value fares to Lyon and the South of France on its new direct high-speed rail service

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Eurostar releases great value fares to Lyon and the South of France LONDON, 2015-10-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Holidaymakers can escape to the winter sunshine for less this year, thanks to great value fares to Lyon and the South of France, on Eurostar’s new direct high-speed rail service. Tickets are on offer from £40… Read the full press release

La SNCB réclame des dommages et intérêts à AnsaldoBreda

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2013-09-27 — /travelprnews.com/ — la SNCB a introduit une demande en dommages et intérêts de plus de 27 millions auprès d’un tribunal néerlandais à l’encontre du constructeur de train italien AnsaldoBreda. Le montant doit compenser le préjudice subi en raison de la non-livraison de rames fonctionnelles V250. Il s’agit d’une somme provisionnelle. Le 3 juin 2013,… Read the full press release

High-speed passenger train Eurostar launched twelve day express sale from the 5 – 16 September, 2013

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2013-09-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Eurostar, the high-speed passenger service linking London and mainland Europe, is launching a twelve day express sale from the 5 – 16 September with three exciting offers for autumn and winter getaways: Offers: 150,000 seats available, with return fares from only £59 for standard travel from London, Ashford or Ebbsfleet to Paris,… Read the full press release

Michelin-starred chef Raymond Blanc hosts a dinner on board The British Pullman train on 16th November 2013

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2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Michelin-starred chef and restaurateur, Raymond Blanc, hosts a dinner on board The British Pullman, sister train to the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, on 16th November 2013. This event launches a series of ‘pop-up’ dinners on board London’s iconic train throughout 2013 and 2014 hosted by some of the UK’s most celebrated chefs. Raymond Blanc’s… Read the full press release

ATOC report: UK Passenger Growth Helps Drive Big Rise In Money To Reinvest In Rail Services

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2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Train operators are generating more than four times as much money for Government to reinvest in rail services than 15 years earlier. This is a key finding from Growth and Prosperity, a new report published today by the Association of Train Operating Companies (ATOC) and based on data analysed and collated by KPMG…. Read the full press release

VIA Rail’s long-haul train the Ocean now equipped with Wi-Fi on board

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Montréal, 2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — As of June 15, VIA Rail’s long-haul train the Ocean has been equipped with the same Wi-Fi available to passengers on the Québec City – Windsor corridor. Available across more than 98% of the route between Montréal and Halifax, the new Wi-Fi connection allows passengers to remain virtually linked to work, friends and… Read the full press release