VIA Rail Vacations Comes to the US

Image: PHOTO: Moriane Lake in the Canadian Rockies—a sample of spectacular scenery on a VIA Rail Vacations by Railbookers journey. (photo via Flickr/James Wheeler)
Image: PHOTO: Moriane Lake in the Canadian Rockies—a sample of spectacular scenery on a VIA Rail Vacations by Railbookers journey. (photo via Flickr/James Wheeler)
TravelPulse Staff
by TravelPulse Staff
Last updated: 12:45 PM ET, Tue November 14, 2017

WHY IT RATES: The US market can now book Via Rail Vacations by Railbookers.-Codie Richards, TravelPulse Associate Editor


Railbookers, part of the Yankee Leisure Group brands, is excited to announce the launch of VIA Rail Vacations by Railbookers to the US market.

The launch includes over 40 independent rail vacations featuring destinations across Canada on iconic VIA Rail trains. Vacations include favorites such as Canadian Rockies Discovery Eastbound and Ultimate Canada and Rockies Westbound; as well as exciting, brand new itineraries including the Grand Eastern Canadian Rail Journey.

"With the growth in rail travel overall, and specifically throughout Canada, we are excited to launch a dedicated brochure and over 40 unique products throughout Canada on VIA Rail," said Frank Marini, President of Yankee Leisure Group.

About Railbookers:

Railbookers offers expertly planned, tailor-made vacations by rail, with an extensive portfolio of customizable packages to Europe, North America and beyond that take you right to the heart of the most popular destinations.

Our mission is to take the complexity out of independent rail travel and offer our customers unparalleled service and incredible travel experiences for the very best value. We take pride in having won many top industry awards, demonstrating our dedication and commitment to providing customers with a top-notch rail vacation experience.

With Railbookers, your next adventure by train is just around the corner!

About Yankee Leisure Group:

Founded in 1972, Yankee Leisure Group offers a wide portfolio of travel experiences to the most sought-after destinations around the world. Our mission is to deliver outstanding service, amazing value and unmatched vacation experiences to our customers.

Today, we operate three travel brands-Amtrak Vacations, Railbookers and Yankee Holidays-and take great pride in being the largest independent rail vacation provider in the US, Canada and Europe.


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