What s New in 2008 Welcome to ACP Rail s comprehensive product update brochure for 2008. In the pages of this document you will find information highlighting new products as well as updates and changes to existing products. Highlights This Year ACP Rail is happy to announce the inclusion of several new products in 2008. Through our new On Request Booking Engines, outlets will now have access to popular products including Eurostar, Trenitalia, Artesia and French TGVs. CONTENTS BritRail Page 2 Eurail Page 7 ScandinavianRail Page 9 East Japan Rail Page 10 Eurostar, Trenitalia, Artesia & TGV Page 11 Contact Information Page 13
London Plus Pass This pass is designed especially for those who choose to base themselves in London during their visit to Britain. Travel with this flexible Pass on the days you want and explore the area immediately outside London. Ideal for day trips to great cities such as Oxford, Canterbury, Cambridge, Salisbury and Brighton and now Bath, Bristol and Stratford-Upon- Avon. Now Includes Airport Transfers The Pass now includes 2 extra coupons valid on the Heathrow Express, Stansted Express or Gatwick Express. Coupons will be collected by check-in staff. Coupons do not need to be used on same airport express. Travel on the Airport Expresses does not use a day s travel on the Pass. Simply redeem the coupons for travel. Extended Boundaries In order to deliver a greater value experience to consumers, we have extended the boundaries of the BritRail London Plus Pass to include Bath, Bristol and Stratford-Upon- Avon. The Boundary Stations of the London Plus Pass are now: Harwich, Kings Lynn, Huntingdon, Bedford, Long Buckby, Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Foregate, Bedwyn, Salisbury, Bristol Temple Meads and Weymouth. BritRail Central Scotland Pass BritRail is expanding its product line with the convenient, new BritRail Central Scotland Pass. Using this pass, you can visit some of the most famous spots in Scotland's central belt: Explore Stirling and see the amazing William Wallace Monument or travel to Fife and experience the Abbey and Abbot House of Dunferm line. Perfect for days-out trips from Glasgow or Edinburgh, the BritRail Central Scotland Pass is the easiest way to discover Scotland. Glasgow Underground This pass provides unlimited travel on Glasgow Underground (on presentation of a BritRail Central Scotland Pass, customers will be issued with an exchange ticket). Territory The BritRail Central Scotland Pass provides unlimited rail travel between Edinburgh, Glasgow Queen Street, North Berwick, Bathgate, Dunblane, Bridge of Allan, Stirling, the Fife Circle, Markinch, Falkirk and all intermediate stations. The BritRail Central Scotland Pass is not valid on special excursion trains, privately owned railways or Glasgow Airport Coach Links. The BritRail Central Scotland Pass is not valid between Glasgow Central and Edinburgh Waverley. Terms and Conditions Valid for any 3 out of 7 consecutive days. Travelers must decide in advance the dates of the 7 day validity period. BritRail Central Scotland Passes are not valid on services timed to depart before 0915 Monday to Friday. 2
BritRail + Ireland Pass BritRail's most complete and flexible Pass, The BritRail & Ireland Pass allows unlimited travel in Britain, as well as Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. More Customizable In order to provide consumers with a more flexible offer, BritRail has removed the Irish Sea Crossing feature from the BritRail & Ireland Pass, thereby decreasing its cost and allowing the traveler the ability to fly to Ireland. Consumers who do not wish to use the ferries will no longer need to pay for this service in the cost of their pass. Consumers who do plan to travel by boat can purchase the new BritRail Irish Sea Crossing add on product. BritRail Irish Sea Crossing - Stena Line Stena Line offers a quick and comfortable ferry service between Ireland and Britain. With frequent journeys each day as well as an unrivalled choice of routes on the Irish Sea, taking the ferry to Ireland has never been so easy! Routes Available Stranraer Belfast Holyhead - Dun Laoghaire Fishguard Rosslare Stena Line Excellent range of entertainment provided, including shopping. Activities are Family Friendly. Excellent choices of restaurants and bars. Terms and Conditions Available in Adult Economy class. Infants aged 0-3 travel free. Available only for Single trips. 3
BritRail Eurail Passholder Discount In order to encourage youths to explore Britain as part of a European trip, BritRail now offers the Eurail Pass Holder Rate in Standard Class. Youths between the ages of 16 and 25 (inclusive) who have a valid Eurail Pass receive a 50% discount on the Standard Adult fare of select BritRail Passes. This discount is available on BritRail Consecutive and Flexi passes as well as BritRail England Consecutive and Flexi passes. Not valid for residents of Europe. Passengers must write the Eurail Pass ticket number in the field provided on the BritRail Pass. BritRail Eurostar Discount Travelers with any BritRail Pass are eligible for a reduced pass holder fare when traveling on Eurostar trains. Simply show the BritRail Pass when purchasing a Eurostar ticket to profit from this amazing offer! Not valid for residents of the UK. Passengers must have a valid BritRail Pass. Does not use up a travel day on the pass. New Discounts BritRail Guest Pass Discount - Promotion Take your mother-in-law or any other friend or relative residing in the UK out for a holiday using a BritRail Guest Pass. This pass discount allows a friend or relative, residing in Britain, to accompany a visitor as they travel by train in Britain. UK guest and traveler get 25% the Adult fare. This discount is available on BritRail Consecutive and Flexi passes as well as BritRail England Consecutive and Flexi passes. The UK guest passenger must travel with the Pass holder at all times and provide proof of residence upon request. Available in 1st or Standard Class. 4
Oyster Card This amazingly flexible smart card provides access to London s Underground, Docklands Light Railway, bus and tram. Already pre-loaded with 15, you can simply add more credit to the card when you run out. Since there is no expiration date to the pass, you can keep your Oyster Card for future trips to London! Pre-loaded with 15 of pay as you go value: ready to use, so no need to queue up at airport/station Provides travel on DLR, the Tube, London Overground, buses and trams in London. Only pay for the travel that you make. No date restrictions on pay as you go balance. Reusable, you simply add value to your card the next time you visit London. Transferable, you can pass your card on to friends/family who visit London. Please note, London Transport charges a 2 fee for the card in addition to the initial 15 of credit. The Royal Yacht Britannia This magnificent ship has played host to some of the most famous people in the world. But, above all, she was home to Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family. Now you are welcome on board to discover the heart and soul of this most special of royal residences. Tour the famous Royal Yacht Britannia and see where the Queen and her guests stayed while at sea. Includes audio tour available in 21 languages. Available in Adult, Student, Senior, Child and Family Passes. The Beatles Story Located on Liverpool s historic Albert Dock, the Beatles Story is a unique attraction that transports visitors on an enlightening and atmospheric journey into the life, times, culture and music of the Beatles. The experience is accompanied by the Living History audio guide, which is narrated by John Lennon s sister, Julia. The Beatles Story offers English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Polish, Russian and Japanese audio guide translations. A Chinese version will be launched in Spring 2008. Admission is available in Adult, Senior/Student, and Child rates. 5
City Cruises As the river Thames weaves its way through the heart of London, there is history around every bend. See and experience the splendor of London from the relaxed comfort of one of City Cruises modern, all-weather, River Liners. Cruises depart frequently from Westminster Pier, Waterloo (London Eye) Pier, Tower Pier and Greenwich Pier every day of the year except Christmas Day (25th December). Children under 5 are free when accompanying a full paying adult. Family tickets are available for use by up to 2 adults and 3 children (aged 5-16). Other BritRail Changes The Edinburgh Pass The Edinburgh Pass now offers in a Child fare. Golden Tours Golden Tours now offers a Sinister London - Jack the Ripper Tour. Madame Tussauds Entrance to Madame Tussauds now includes entry to Chambers Live. 6
As of 2008, the following passes will be integrated into the Eurail product line and will therefore be discontinued. Austrian Rail Pass Czech FlexiPass ScanRail Pass Eurail Austria Pass Eurail Czech Pass Eurail Scandinavia Pass Eurail Scandinavia Pass Enjoy all the grandeur and majesty Scandinavia has to offer with the Eurail Scandinavia Pass. From Norway to Sweden, Denmark to Finland, you can explore it all in comfort and style. Provides access to the rail networks of Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland. Travel days may be used consecutively or non-consecutively. A special fares is available for Youths between the ages of 16 and 25. Children between the ages of 4 and 11 travel for half the adult fare while children under 4 travel for free (up to 2 children per traveling adult if seat reservations or supplement for sleeper is not required). A Saver pass is available for 2 or more people traveling together at all times. 7
Eurail Denmark - Sweden Pass From Copenhagen to Stockholm and all the breathtaking destination in between are yours to explore with this versatile pass. When traveling Denmark and Sweden make sure to have this pass for a safe, hassle-free experience. Travel days may be used consecutively or non-consecutively in 1st or 2nd Class. A Saver pass is available for 2 or more people traveling together at all times. Children 4 to 11 pay half the adult fare. A Youth pass is available for travellers under 26 years of age. Eurail Finland - Sweden Pass If your destinations include Finland and Sweden, then this pass is your ticket for a stress-free adventure. With fares and discounts for all types of travelers, the Eurail Finland Sweden Pass is sure to make traveling effortless. Travel days may be used consecutively or non-consecutively in 1st or 2nd Class. A Saver pass is available for 2 or more people traveling together at all times. Children 4 to 11 pay half the adult fare. A Youth pass is available for travellers under 26 years of age. Eurail Norway - Sweden Pass Travelling Norway and Sweden has never been easier thanks to this new regional Pass! With full rail access to both Norway and Sweden, travelers have the freedom to explore as little or much as they want. Travel days may be used consecutively or non-consecutively in 2nd Class. A Saver pass is available for 2 or more people traveling together at all times. Children 4 to 11 pay half the adult fare. A Youth pass is available for travellers under 26 years of age. 8
Changes to Norwegian Combination Tours Name Changes Please note that as of 2008, several of the Norwegian Combination Tours are changing names. The Royal Fjord Tour Explore Hardangerfjord Tour The Sognefjord in a Nutshell Tour The Hardangerfjord in a Nutshell Tour Discontinued Tour Please note that as of 2008, The Triangle Tour will be discontinued. 9
JR East 4-Day Flexi Pass There is no easier way to visit Eastern Japan than with the JR East Flexi Pass. Enjoy the freedom to travel when you want for a select number of days over 1 month. With the economical Flexi Pass, you can journey at your leisure; staying in one area for several days or using the train for simple days out trips. Unlimited travel throughout all the 72 railway lines of JR EAST: 5 Shinkansen Super Express Lines (also known as the Bullet Trains) and 67 Conventional Lines. JR East offers exceptional discounts to youth travelers and children. Adult and Child rates available in Ordinary and Green (First) Class and Youth rates in Ordinary Class. Allows you to explore by hopping on and off the trains as you wish. Valid for 4 days (consecutive or non-consecutive) over a 1 month period. JR East Consecutive Pass Explore the beauty and enchantment of Eastern Japan with the JR East Consecutive Pass. You will travel in comfort and style and best of all, you won t need to break your bank account to do it. Unlimited travel throughout all the 72 railway lines of JR EAST: 5 Shinkansen Super Express Lines (also known as the Bullet Trains) and 67 Conventional Lines. JR East offers exceptional discounts to youth travelers and children! Adult and Child rates available in Ordinary and Green (First) Class and Youth rates in Ordinary Class. Allows you to explore by hopping on and off the trains as you wish. Valid for 5 or 10 days of consecutive travel. 10
ACP Rail is proud to announce the inclusion of new Point to Point Tickets in their product line including: Eurostar International Point to Point Tickets Artesia International Point to Point Tickets Italian Domestic Point to Point Tickets French TGV Point to Point Tickets Please Note: The following products are available to RailNet Outlets via the On Request booking systems* or by contacting our North American Call Center. The aforementioned products are only valid for USA, Canada and Mexico. *French TGV s are not available through an On Request Booking System. Booking Eurostar International Point to Point Tickets Contact ACP s North America Call Center at 1-866-938-RAIL(7245) or 1-514-904-2611 or write to OnRequest@acprail.com. For instructions on how to book using the On Request Booking Engine please visit the ACP RailNet Information Page located at http://www.acprail.com/userguide.htm. On Request Booking Engine: http://www.acprail.com/eurostar/. Booking Italian Domestic Point to Point Tickets Contact ACP s North America Call Center at 1-866-938-RAIL(7245) or 1-514-904-2611 or write to OnRequest@acprail.com. For instructions on how to book using the On Request Booking Engine please visit the ACP RailNet Information Page located at http://www.acprail.com/userguide.htm. On Request Booking Engine: http://www.acprail.com/italian-rail/. Booking Artesia International Point to Point Tickets Contact ACP s North America Call Center at 1-866-938-RAIL(7245) or 1-514-904-2611 or write to OnRequest@acprail.com. For instructions on how to book using the On Request Booking Engine please visit the ACP RailNet Information Page located at http://www.acprail.com/userguide.htm. On Request Booking Engine: http://www.acprail.com/artesia/. 11
Booking French TGVs Contact ACP s North America Call Center at 1-866-938-RAIL(7245) or 1-514-904-2611 or write to OnRequest@acprail.com. For instructions on how to book using the On Request Booking Engine please visit the ACP RailNet Information Page located at http://www.acprail.com/userguide.htm. French TGV s Now Available: Bruxelles-France-TGV Elipsos-TGV French-Journey-night French-Journey-TGV- Teoz-TRN Thalys Geneva-Med-TGV Lyria Paris-Germany 12
Contact Information For more information regarding the contents of this brochure, please contact: Simon Payette Pricing Coordinator Tel: 514-733-5247 Ext 350 Fax: 514-733-5541 SimonPayette@ACPRail.com Shaun Hatrick Marketing Coordinator Tel: 514-733-5247 Ext 287 Fax: 514-733-5541 ShaunHatrick@ACPRail.com 13