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Amtrak Cascades Business Class Seattle to Vancouver

With Vancouver so close to Seattle, how could I pass up the opportunity to visit Canada? From Seattle to Vancouver, there are three realistic options:  Planes, trains, and automobiles.  (Sadly, “boat” is unlikely to be very timely.)  As a truck … Continue reading

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30% Bonus on Amtrak Points

I noticed in New Girl in the Air’s point purchases recap that Amtrak is once again offering a 30% bonus on purchased points, up to 10k per year.  This brings the cost to 2.12 cpm This brings the total cost … Continue reading

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Amtrak 30% Bonus on Purchased Points

Amtrak is offering a 30% bonus on purchased points from now until December 31st.  This brings the cost of 650 points, bought in increments of 500 plus bonus, to $13.75, or 2.12 cents per point. While Amtrak adjusted the prices … Continue reading

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Continental OnePass and Amtrak Guest Rewards Partnership Ending

Amtrak sent out an email informing Guest Rewards members that its partnership with Continental Airlines OnePass is ending December 31, 2011: While the Continental® OnePass® program will formally end in December, we’re happy to inform you that a new Amtrak … Continue reading

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Last Day for Amtrak Points Bonus

Today’s the last day for Amtrak’s 50% points bonus on purchases of at least 5k points.  Even at the normal point prices, purchasing points for an award is cheaper than a cash fare–especially for last minute travel–on some routes such … Continue reading

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