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Explore Natural Scotland with BritRail’s Extra Day Offer

Scenic Views Included

What better way to celebrate Visit Scotland’s Year of Natural Scotland, than by enjoying Scotland’s outstanding natural beauty as you journey along some of the world’s most scenic train journeys?! You’re invited to discover Scotland by train, where rolling hills, rugged mountains and sparkling lakes form the backdrop to historic castles and vibrant cities. The BritRail Freedom of Scotland Travelpass is the perfect companion for taking in all these scenic views, especially as now you get an extra travel day when you purchase your pass between April 1st and April 30th, 2013. (more…)

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BritRail’s Extra Day Promotion

Enjoy even greater value on passes purchased between March 15th and April 15th

Following an exciting year of events that put Britain in the spotlight, namely the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and the London Olympics, travelers from around the world have been inspired to visit Britain and experience this vibrant destination first hand. And with so many beautiful locations and attractions featured in the global coverage of these events, what better way to explore England, Scotland and Wales far and wide, than with a BritRail Pass?!  Especially as BritRail Passes purchased between March 15th and April 15th, 2013 are offering up even greater value, thanks to an extra travel day added to your pass for free! (more…)

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BritRail Introduces the BritRail South West Pass

A new rail pass with a focus on Britain’s Southwest

BritRail is pleased to announce that its newest rail pass, the BritRail South West Pass, will be available worldwide on March 1st, 2013. The BritRail South West Pass includes travel from London, through the lush hills of the Cotswolds, along England’s scenic coastline and onto popular stops in Wales, including Cardiff and Swansea.

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Taking the Sleeper Train from London to Penzance

By Sharon Whitley Larsen

“You must go to St. Ives!” our British friend in Yorkshire told us. My husband Carl and I, longtime Anglophiles, have toured most of the United Kingdom — mostly by train, which we love. Recently, after revisiting North Wales and Liverpool and with our eight-day BritRail Flexi-Passes in hand, we were trying to figure out where to go after our London stop.

We had never been to Cornwall and had heard wonderful things about its gorgeous green scenery and beaches.

“We could take the overnight train there,” Carl pointed out.

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BritRail Invites You to Explore Scenic Scotland

With an extra travel day on purchases between April 9 and May 10, 2012

In honor of Scotland Week, BritRail is joining in the celebrations with an exciting promotion!  Get an extra travel day for free when you purchase a BritRail Freedom of Scotland Travelpass between April 9th and May 10 th, 2012. This pass is the perfect companion to explore Scotland far and wide, from Edinburgh, to Glasgow, to Stirling, to Aberdeen, to Inverness and beyond.

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BritRail’s Exciting Extra Day Promotion

Get even greater value on rail passes purchased between March 15 and April 15, 2012

Britain is a top travel destination this year hosting some big events, namely the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and the London Olympics, as well as its usual array of inviting cities and numerous attractions appealing to visitors worldwide. With so much to see, Britain is truly best explored with a BritRail Pass, which includes access to all trains on this extremely well connected National Rail Network. Especially as BritRail Pass holders can take unlimited train trips on each travel day making it a pleasure for visitors to travel throughout England, Scotland and Wales – scenic views and all. And now for a limited time only BritRail is giving away a FREE travel day on select BritRail passes. (more…)

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A BritRail Experience – Special Edition

 

Yours truly was given two weeks, two BritRail Passes and free reign to explore England, Scotland & Wales. 14 days, 12 destinations and approximately 3,000 km later, here is our story. We hope it will provide inspiration for your next trip to the UK! Happy travels! (more…)

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A Royal Gift From BritRail

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 29th, 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. (more…)

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20% off Popular BritRail Passes

Budget savvy travelers enjoy low season discounts

BritRail’s Low Season Passes offer 20% off retail prices and unlimited travel on the national rail network throughout Great Britain – or just England, if you choose. Low Season fares are valid for travel between November 1st 2010 and February 28th 2011. Take advantage of this great discount by purchasing a BritRail Flexi or Consecutive Pass or BritRail England Flexi or Consecutive Pass anytime before February 15, 2011. (more…)

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Scotland’s scenic routes

2 unforgettable highland journeys

steam train / west highland lineThe West Highlands Line travels from Glasgow to Fort William and Mallaig.

One of the highlights of this route is the breathtaking curve of the 100 feet high Glenfinnan Viaduct. The viaduct itself is a monument, as it’s the first concrete viaduct ever built in Britain and has since become renowned for appearing in several of the blockbuster ‘Harry Potter’ films. (more…)

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