Great value on autumn and winter travel

Now’s the time to appreciate low season travel to Britain, where you can avoid the summer crowds and enjoy great savings!  Explore England, Scotland and Wales this November, December, January or February and save up to 20% off BritRail’s most popular passes.

Take the classic BritRail Pass: for just $145 US* get 3 consecutive days of train travel in standard class.  That’s less than $50 a day to have the freedom to travel on as many trains as you wish to your choice of destinations throughout England, Scotland and Wales.  And for those travelers whose focus falls on England, the BritRail England Pass is a great fit.  Also offered with the low season discount, get a 3 day BritRail England Consecutive Pass for $115 US in standard class, which is less than $40 a day for unlimited rail travel throughout England.

BritRail Passes and BritRail England Passes are offered in a wide range of validities, including Flexi Passes for a period of 3, 4, 8 or 15 travel days to be used within 2 months or Consecutive Passes for a period of 3, 4, 8, 15, 22 days or 1 month of travel.  You can also choose a first or standard class BritRail pass, where first class offers benefits on select trains such as free Wi-Fi, more spacious seating, at seat meal service, free newspapers and complimentary tea and biscuits.

Pass holders are always pleased to discover that a BritRail Pass really does cover it all; it includes travel on all trains throughout Great Britain’s National Rail network!  Hop on and off trains at your leisure, without being restricted to a specific seat on a specific train, and keep to a flexible schedule all your own.  A BritRail Pass even covers travel on Airport Express trains, the most convenient way to skip traffic from Heathrow Airport, Gatwick Airport and Stansted Airport to central London.

Take advantage of BritRail’s Low Season Discount when booking a BritRail Pass or BritRail England Pass between September 1st, 2011 and February 15th, 2012 for travel in November, December, January or February.  Get your BritRail Pass by visiting www.ACPRail.com or www.BritRail.com or by calling ACP Rail’s Call Center today at 1 866 938-RAIL (North America).  Remember to buy before taking flight as BritRail Passes cannot be purchased in Britain.

*Or approximate currency equivalent.  The BritRail Low Season discount is also available in the following currencies, depending on the country selected: USD, CAD, EUR, GBP, AUD.

Explore Even More of Britain with an Extra Travel Day
On Sale April 1st – April 29th, 2011

As Britain is a-buzz with excitement leading up to William and Kate’s Royal Wedding to be held on April 29^th, BritRail is pleased to join in the celebrations by giving away a “Royal Gift”, in the form of a FREE travel day on select BritRail Passes.

BritRail marries very nicely with any UK trip, as once you’ve had your fill of downtown London, you can hop aboard any train to your destination of choice throughout England, Scotland and Wales.  For example, other hot cities to include on your itinerary may include Liverpool, Manchester, Glasgow, Edinburgh and Cardiff, where each stop offers up a unique list of attractions, heritage and flavor all its own.  And the real beauty of traveling with a rail pass is you can hop on and off the trains at your leisure, so feel free to stay that extra night in a city you love or extend your trip to that extra destination, now made possible for free!

Receive your “Royal Gift” extra travel day on BritRail’s most popular passes: the BritRail FlexiPass, BritRail Consecutive Pass, BritRail England FlexiPass and BritRail England Consecutive Pass, in either First Class or Standard Class.  Just purchase between April 1^st and April 29^th, 2011 to take advantage of this promotion and note passes are valid for six months from the date of purchase so, even if you can`t make it to London for the Royal Wedding, no need to worry as travel dates can extend to the end of October.

To further sweeten the deal, this promotion can be combined with BritRail’s range of discount Passes, including the BritRail Party Pass (up to 50% off on the third through ninth passengers), BritRail Family Pass (one child per adult travels free), BritRail Senior Pass (up to 15% off in first class), BritRail Youth Pass (up to 20% off in first or standard class), Eurail Pass Holder Rate (up to 50% off for youth with a valid Eurail Pass) and the BritRail Guest Pass (up to 25% off for you and a British resident).

Get your BritRail Pass by calling ACP Rail’s Call Center today at 1 866 938-RAIL (North America) or by visiting www.britrail.com/passes.  Remember to buy before taking flight as BritRail Passes cannot be purchased in Britain.

Buy an economical BritRail Freedom of Scotland TravelPass and get one extra day of travel – absolutely free!  Simply book a BritRail Freedom of Scotland TravelPass between August 17 and September 30, 2010 and BritRail will offer an additional day of rail travel to extend the traveler’s pass.  An extra day is offered on the following pass validities: 4 days within 8 days or 8 days within 15 days.  Fares are available for adults and children in Standard Class.

Enjoy the freedom of planning your Scotland itinerary far and wide and be sure to include these must-see destinations:

Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland, and one of Britain’s most beautiful cities, featuring a stunning backdrop with rocky hills overlooking the sea. The city is home to 4,500 historic and architectural listed buildings which is the highest concentration in the world. Edinburgh is also a modern, dynamic city of art and culture with its museums, galleries, universities and festivals.  Be sure to visit Edinburgh’s Old Town, the elegant Georgian New Town, the Royal Mile which joins Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of Holyrood House and more.

Glasgow is situated just 42 miles from Edinburgh and has been named Scotland’s style capital, with art deco brasseries, stylish shops, cultural centers, more than 30 art galleries and museums and an annual program of performing arts and festivals.  Stroll along the River Clyde and take in your share of architecture and design.  Shopping, fine dining and nightlife aside, don’t miss Glasgow’s School of Art, The Burrell Collection and Glasgow Cathedral.

Inverness is the main city of the Highlands, with the nearby River Ness, home to the legendary Loch Ness monster and Moray Firth, known for bottlenose dolphin sightings.  Don’t miss the pink sandstone Inverness Castle and re-live one of Scotland’s most famous battles at Culloden battlefield.

Aberdeen is Scotland’s third largest city, home to the famous Granite Mile with over 800 shops, restaurants and bars. Where else can you follow a castle trail, whisky trail and coastal golf trail all in the same city?

Perth features Scone Palace where 42 of Scotland’s Kings were crowned, and inside a gallery of historical treasures including Marie Antoinette’s writing table can be found.  Plus, Perth is a consistent Beautiful Britain award winner, showing its colours from Easter to autumn, and now boasts a new state of the art Concert Hall.

Stirling has a gorgeous old town with winding cobblestone streets and stunning Stirling Castle.  Visitors can also see the National Wallace Monument, with panoramic views of surrounding battlefields and a feeling of great history.

Looking for some of Scotland’s popular scenic rail routes? Read about 2 unforgettable highland journeys: http://www.britrail.com/blog/2010/01/scotlands-scenic-routes

With the Rail Safeguard Plan Plus

ACP Rail has launched a new package to ensure travelers are protected if they lose or get their rail pass stolen, plus get a few extras such as free shipping to clients in The USA, Canada and Europe.

New Rail Safeguard Plan Plus
- The Rail Pass Safeguard Plan for lost or stolen passes *
- Free regular shipping (for clients of the US, Canada and Europe)
- Maps, timetables and travelers guide (if applicable to the product purchased)
- Complimentary ACP Rail/BritRail phone card worth $5 and 5 free minutes of International long distance

- Automatically be entered into ACP Rail’s draw for a rail holiday in Australia**

*ACP Rail will reimburse the holder(s) named on the rail pass or ticket, in case of theft or accidental loss of the rail pass or ticket. Each claim is reimbursed for the unused value at the time of theft or loss subject to exclusions, conditions and limitations.  Please consult FAQ’s for further details on the Rail Pass Safeguard Plan.

** You can also enter for a chance to win at www.acprail.com/entry-form as no purchase is necessary.

If the saying ‘the best things in life are FREE’ then you’ll have a blast in London!  Find a list of beautiful galleries, museums and more to browse at your leisure and save any extra dollars for that Broadway show or extra pint at happy hour.

Tate Britain
The home of British art from 1500 to the present day.
Millbank
London SW1P 4RG
Entry is free except for major exhibitions.  Also visit Tate Modern where entry is free except for major exhibitions.
http://www.tate.org.uk/britain/

Museum of London
One of the world’s largest urban history museums and cares for over two million objects in its collection, telling the story of modern London from 1666 to the present day.
London Wall
London EC2Y 5HN
Museum open daily and is free!
http://www.museumoflondon.org.uk/English/VisitUs/

National Portrait Gallery
The Gallery was founded in 1856 to collect portraits of famous British men and women. Explore over 160,000 portraits from the 16th Century to the present day.
St Martin’s Place
London WC2H 0HE
Entrance to the Gallery is free for the collection as well as some smaller exhibitions and displays.
http://www.npg.org.uk/

The British Museum
The British Museum’s collection of seven million objects representing the rich history of human cultures mirrors the city of London’s global variety.
Great Russell Street
London, WC1B 3DG
The Museum is free to all visitors and is open daily.
http://www.britishmuseum.org/default.aspx

The Photographers’ Gallery
The Photographers’ Gallery is the largest public gallery in London dedicated to photography. From the latest emerging talent, to historical archives and established artists.
16-18 Ramillies St
London W1F 7LW
Open Tuesday-Sunday.  Admission is free.
http://www.photonet.org.uk/

Victoria and Albert Museum
The V&A holds over 3000 years worth of artifacts from many of the world’s richest cultures. The V&A’s collections consists of over 1,000,000 works including ceramics, fashion, furniture, glass, metalwork, paintings, photographs, prints, sculpture and textiles.
Cromwell Road
London SW7 2RL
Admission to the V&A is free. Some exhibitions and events carry a separate charge.
http://www.vam.ac.uk/collections/index.html

Imperial War Museum London
Permanent galleries include First World War and Second World War weapons and vehicles and more.
Lambeth Road
London SE1 6HZ
Entry is Free.  Special exhibitions may charge an admission fee. Open 7 days a week.
http://london.iwm.org.uk/

The Woman’s Library
The Women’s Library is a cultural centre housing the most extensive collection of women’s history in the UK.
London Metropolitan University
25 Old Castle Street
London E1 7NT
Access is free and open to everyone.
http://www.londonmet.ac.uk/thewomenslibrary/

The Wallace Collection
The Wallace Collection is a national museum in an historic London town house. Enjoy displays of French 18th century paintings, furniture, porcelain and a world class armory.
Hertford House
Manchester Square
London W1U 3BN
Admission Free. Open 7 days a week.
http://www.wallacecollection.org/

Sir John Soane’s Museum
The architect Sir John Soane’s house, museum and library has been a public museum since the early 19th century.
13 Lincoln’s Inn Fields
London WC2A 3BP
Open from Tuesday to Saturday, 10-5pm when admission is free.
http://www.soane.org/

If you plan on staying in London, the BritRail London Plus Pass is the perfect accessory for day trips to neighboring towns, such as Bath, Portsmouth, Brighton, Canterbury, Cambridge, Oxford, Stratford-Upon-Avon and more.

BritRail rates are frozen at 2009 prices, plus travelers realize a –
5-10% price savings on first class BritRail Passes and Point to Point Tickets.

Looking for other great savings?  With BritRail’s low season discount –
Save 20% on BritRail Flexi or Consecutive Passes and BritRail England Flexi or Consecutive Passes. Purchase your low season pass before February 15^th 2010 for travel between now and February 28^th 2010.

Check out a full list of BritRail discounts!

Save 20% until Dec.31/09

Enjoy unlimited train travel in Italy, while discovering historic monuments, remote countrysides, and street side cafes with an itinerary that covers these vibrant cities: Rome, Milan, Venice, Florence, Sicily, Naples and many more!

Receive a 20% discount when purchasing a Eurail Italy Pass between now and December 31st 2009.  This discount applies to all Eurail Italy one country passes, with validities from 3-10 days within 2 months, available in the following fares: 1^st class (adult, child, adult saver and child saver) and 2^nd class (adult, child, adult saver, child saver and youth).  For more information please visit www.acprail.com.

With the Eurail Pass Holder Rate, youths between the ages of 16 and 25 (inclusive) who have a valid Eurail Pass receive up to a 50% discount on the Standard Adult fare of select BritRail passes. Taking that quintessential Euro-Trip? Well BritRail wants to ease the strain on your wallet with the new Eurail Pass Holder Rate Discount.  This discount can be applied to the BritRail FlexiPass, BritRail Consecutive Pass, BritRail England FlexiPass and the BritRail England Consecutive Pass. www.acprail.com

The low season brings about great savings on flights and hotel accommodations, plus BritRail is now offering 20% off popular Passes.

Save 20% on BritRail Flexi or Consecutive Passes and BritRail England Flexi or Consecutive Passes purchased between September 1^st 2009 and February 15^th 2010 for travel between November 1^st 2009 and February 28^th 2010. https://booking.britrail.com/BritRail_Passes

Take Advantage of Low Season Budget Travel

As summer holidays come to an end, it’s high time for budget savvy travelers to plan their British adventure. The low season brings about great savings on flights and hotel accommodations, plus BritRail is now offering 20% off popular Passes. What’s more, the autumn and winter months present a more laid back atmosphere, where visitors can experience a destination’s true colours by blending in with the locals and avoiding crowds of tourists.

Save 20% on BritRail Flexi or Consecutive Passes and BritRail England Flexi or Consecutive Passes purchased between September 1^st 2009 and February 15^th 2010 for travel between November 1^st 2009 and February 28^th 2010: https://booking.britrail.com/BritRail_Passes

If you have the time to linger in your favorite cities then don’t worry about sticking to a schedule because a Flexi Pass will allow you to travel for a select number of days within 2 months. For those who prefer to be on the move, a Consecutive Pass will best suit your itinerary with validities from 3 days up to 1 month. Europeans can also select 2 day passes within 1 month, perfect for weekend jaunts. There truly is a BritRail Pass to suit everyone’s travel style!