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• Amtrak Ridership Increases to Record Levels
  April 10, 2013 8:40 am
  A new report shows that Amtrak ridership numbers have hit record levels. read more
• Rail Travel in 2013: A Waiting Year
  January 15, 2013 11:31 am
  2013 will be a quiet year for rail-system improvements. read more
• Bus Travel Making a Big Comeback
  July 29, 2012 7:12 am
  Bus operators are competing for the mainstream travel market with improved buses and faster schedules. read more
• See Canada by Rail, Save Big
  February 21, 2012 3:26 pm
  Want to see Canada by rail this spring? Via Rail is offering discounts of 25 percent on sleeper packages that include meals. Plus, more discounts from Amtrak. read more
• High Speed Rail in Michigan? Sort Of
  February 8, 2012 5:07 pm
  New speeds will be the fastest outside the Northeast Corridor, and could eventually make the train a viable alternative to flying on some Midwest routes. read more
• Amtrak Announces Improvements and Upgrades
  January 24, 2012 1:22 pm
  Amtrak calls its agenda for 2012 "aggressive," and it's as aggressive as limited means will allow. We're talking new passenger cars and systemwide e-ticketing. read more
• Starts Today: Half-Price Rail Travel in Canada
  January 20, 2012 11:11 am
  Travel by train for 50 percent less in Canada this winter, or ride the rails in the U.S. for 20 to 25 percent off. read more
• 10 Scenic Rail Trips to Take Before It's Too Late
  January 2, 2012 7:36 am
  If you've ever wanted to see North America by rail, writes Ed Perkins, do it soon. Here are the 10 most scenic trips to enjoy before budget cuts put an end to them forever. read more
• New Amtrak Promotions a Good Value This Winter
  December 23, 2011 12:01 pm
  Amtrak's current list of special promotions is the longest it's been in a while, reports Ed Perkins. read more
• Free Ticket to Paris, Plus Other Rail Deals
  September 30, 2011 12:59 pm
  Rail Europe is offering a round-trip to Paris with a Swiss Pass, and Amtrak and VIA Rail both have limited-time deals in North America. read more
• The Big Bus Comeback - Rates from $1
  September 10, 2011 7:11 am
  With air travel becoming such a hassle, with so many annoying fees, and Amtrak barely holding its own, the only mode of public transit left to innovate is the bus system. Just in time, several operators are adding interesting new services. read more
• All Aboard! 25% Off Amtrak
  October 1, 2010 3:48 pm
  Ride the rails to Boston, New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. Book ahead and save! read more
• Where to Look for Summer Discounts
  May 28, 2010 12:00 am
  You may not find spectacular airfare deals this summer, but you can find discounts at your destination and on other forms of travel. Here's where to look. read more
• New Amtrak Passes Offer Multi-State Sightseeing Vacations
  May 7, 2010 12:00 am
  Prices for Amtrak's USA Rail Passes remain the same as last year, but new two- and three-day itineraries offer multi-state "land cruises." read more
• Traveling Green on Earth Day and Every Day
  April 12, 2010 12:00 am
  Little things really make a difference. Find out small, and some not so small, things you can do to travel greener. read more
• Earn Double, Triple Points for Spring Amtrak Trips
  March 25, 2010 3:58 pm
  If you're already a member of the "All Aboard" set, this promotion is a no-brainer. Otherwise, it's a yawner. read more
• Amtrak to Offer Free Wireless on Acela
  January 14, 2010 9:28 am
  Amtrak's high-speed rail service between Boston and Washington, D.C., will soon feature wireless Internet access. The service will be free, at least for a while. read more
• Northeast Rail Corridor to Miss Out on Funding
  December 17, 2009 10:57 am
  A snag with the government's required environmental review process means the only developed high-speed rail corridor in the country will not receive any stimulus money. read more
• See the Country by Train and Save Big
  October 28, 2009 9:23 am
  The Deal Detective helps a mom plan a getaway by train for her family. All aboard for ways to save and plan when riding the rails. read more
• Hit the Rails With Train-Friendly U.S. Destinations
  July 31, 2009 8:22 am
  Interested in train travel but don't want to spend two days getting somewhere? Here are destination ideas within three hours of major cities. read more
• Train Discounts in the U.S., Europe, and Canada
  April 22, 2009 12:28 pm
  Train discounts in North America and Europe make an already-affordable way to travel even cheaper. And this summer, that means a lot. read more
• The Hottest Travel Trends for Summer 2009
  April 9, 2009 5:08 pm
  High supply and decreased demand is truly making this summer a buyers' (i.e., travelers') market. If you can swing it, you'll be able to get a lot more for your money this year. read more
• The Top Five Frequent Flyer Offers for March 2009
  March 19, 2009 8:18 am
  Again this month, there are few noteworthy frequent traveler promotions on offer. But we did find bonuses from American, Amtrak, Delta, nine hotels, Midwest, and Northwest. read more
• Train Travelers Deserve Bonuses, Too
  March 18, 2009 8:23 am
  Amtrak's new double, triple, or quadruple points promotion may be just the ticket to get travelers back onboard. read more
• Top Five Miles and Points Deals for September 2008
  October 7, 2008 2:19 pm
  We pick the five best ways for travelers to boost their frequent flyer accounts. This month, we have offers from Amtrak, Delta, Midwest, Northwest, plus 10 hotel promotions. read more
• Tropical Storm Hanna: Travel Tips and Advice
  September 5, 2008 4:40 pm
  With Tropical Storm Hanna set to disrupt travel up and down the East Coast this weekend, here's a rundown of what to do if you have travel plans. read more
• Will Bus Travel Be the Answer to Higher Airfare?
  August 25, 2008 12:00 am
  Several low-cost bus lines have hit the roads in recent years, and they may well challenge the airlines for some markets. Ed Perkins details what's available. read more
• Historical Sites and Low Fares in Philadelphia
  November 17, 2008 3:30 pm
  With higher airfares and more and more airline fees, building a trip for under $500 is becoming much more difficult. Is it possible? Yes. Thank you, Philly! read more
• Ride the Rails for West Coast Savings
  January 21, 2009 10:25 am
  Sure, Highway One is scenic, but is it worth an extra $500? Our Deal Detective shows you how to skip the rental car and come out ahead on the West Coast. read more
• Will Amtrak's increased security slow passengers?
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  This week, Amtrak announced plans to beef up security at stations and on trains. But will it make train travel slower and less convenient? read more

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