WHY IT RATES: This new alliance will combine Italy's high-speed train service with Railbookers custom vacation packages. -Janeen Christoff, TravelPulse Senior Writer
Railbookers, a Yankee Leisure Group (YLG) brand, is excited to announce a new strategic alliance with Trenitalia, Italy's national rail system connecting all of Italy and offering international connections to Switzerland, France, Germany and Austria.
'Trenitalia Vacations by Railbookers' combines Trenitalia's far-reaching, high-velocity network train service with Railbookers extensive range of expertly planned, customizable vacation packages inclusive of rail, hotels, meals, sightseeing and more.
Trenitalia operates thousands of trains per day, connecting every major city in Italy, including Rome, Venice, Florence and Milan via high-speed lines, as well as over 200 regional destinations, like Lake Como, Cinque Terre, Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast, via intercity and regional lines.
"We are honored to partner with Trenitalia to launch Trenitalia Vacations by Railbookers," said YLG President Frank Marini. "With Trenitalia's 7,000 trains per day accessing every corner of Italy, as well as international connections to Switzerland, France, Germany, and Austria, we can offer a limitless amount of independent, customized train journeys for travel agents and their customers."
Speaking on the partnership, Massimiliano Astrologo, Head of International Sales, Trenitalia S.p.A., said, "Because of Railbookers' expertise in customized, independent rail vacations, this alliance offers travel agents access to create the perfect Italian rail vacation on any Trenitalia route from high speed connecting Art Cities as Venice or Florence to hidden gems of our beloved country. Moreover, it allows Trenitalia to expand its presence on strategic business to business segment".
Trenitalia Vacations by Railbookers has also launched a 2019 brochure featuring its top Italian vacation packages. The brochure includes several of Railbookers most popular itineraries, such as Venice via the Alps and Venice, Florence and Rome, highlighting top Italian city destinations and scenic rail journeys. New packages include The Italian Lakes, featuring stays in Lake Como, Lake Garda, and Lake Maggiore, as well as Gastronomic Capitals of Italy, showcasing the popular Italian foodie destinations of Bologna and Parma. Several other packages, including Venice and the Bernina Express and Rome via the Alps, combine the charms of Italy with the majesty of the Alps and feature iconic Swiss train journeys.
"With our train specialist knowledge, insider access and the ability to book travel up to 18 months in advance, Railbookers simplifies the process of booking European rail for agents and clients alike," said John Vavrina, Vice President of Sales for Railbookers U.S.
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