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I'd like to maintain this first post as a FAQ/sticky for DC tourism-related questions.
Restaurants with great views in the DC area, http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=449929
Visiting Washington DC, http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=448791 <- Whoa, I forgot about this thread.
2007 Amtrak Promotions and Discounts
Disclaimer! - Use these codes at your own risk. Many are targeted for specific people/organizations which may require proof of eligibility when booking or picking tickets up. Conductors may also verify eligibility onboard the train.
General Terms and Blackouts: Most discounts require a three day advance purchase. Sleeper accommodations, weekday Acela Express service and non-Amtrak operated Thruway services are typically excluded as well. Check with Amtrak for specific terms and conditions before booking.
Most promotions and discounts are not applicable during high-demand periods. The following dates of travel are excluded from the offers below unless otherwise stated: August 31 - September 3, 2007; October 5-8, 2007; November 9-12, 2007; November 20-27, 2007; December 14, 2007 - January 2, 2008; January 18-21, 2008; February 15-18, 2008; March 20-24, 2008.
National Promotions
Seniors - 15% off
Amtrak travelers 62 years of age and over receive a 15% discount on the applicable adult rail fare on most Amtrak trains.
Student Advantage - 15% off
College students can purchase the Student Advantage cards to receive discounts at hundreds of retailers, including a 15% discount on Amtrak travel and Amtrak Express shipping. Amtrak reservations must be made at least three days in advance to receive discount. http://www.studentadvantage.com/disc...rd/pjp?id=9191
International Student Identification Card - 15% off
Students holding an International Student Identification Card will receive 15% off the rail fare on most routes. Must present ISIC and school ID card to qualify for discount. Excludes all Acela Express and Metroliner services. Reservations must be made at least three days in advance. Visit
http://www.myisic.com/
Veteran's Advantage - 15% off Unlike Student Advantage, you really do have to be a veteran for this one. http://www.veteransadvantage.com/par...amtrak-50.html
AAA - 10% off
American Automobile Association members save 10% off adult rail fares. Three day advance reservation required.
Military Discount - 10% off
Active duty US military personnel, along with their spouses and their dependents, are eligible to receive a 10% discount off most Amtrak rail fares in the US, including travel on the Auto Train.
National Association of Railroad Passengers 10% discount - Join NARP, support Amtrak and receive a 10% discount on most rail fares! http://www.narprail.org/cms/index.php/main/discount/
Weekly Specials and Hot Deals
Amtrak posts special, online-only rail fares each week. Fares are typically good for travel to/from any two stations located between the listed origin and destination stations. Fares are always listed for one-way travel only. The Hot Deals page lists other promotions underway.
Weekly Specials
Hot Deals!
V185 - Save 10%
Save 10% off most rail fares for travel through December 13, 2007. No advance purchase required. Not valid on Acela, Auto Train, Carolinian, Piedmont or services operating to Canada.
Guest Rewards Promotions
1,000 Bonus Points on Acela
Complete any round-trip travel on Acela through August 30, 2007 and receive 1,000 bonus points. $150 minimum round-trip ticket qualifies between any cities pairs. Registration required with code 61107. Thanks the_traveler!
Northeast Routes
Save 50% on companion tickets traveling on the Northeast Corridor through the end of the year using one of the following codes: V383, V679, V769.
V688 - 20% off the NEC
Save 20% off tickets between Washington, DC and Springfield, MA on most regional services through December 13, 2007. Blackout dates apply.
V714 - 50% off companion ticket
Purchase two Adult tickets and save 50% on the second ticket for most Northeast Regional services. Valid through May 31, 2007. Not valid for travel on Acela Express. Three day advance purchase required. Other restrictions may apply.
V731 - 20% off to Rhode Island
Receive 20% off the lowest available railfare traveling to Rhode Island. This discount cannot be booked via the Internet, must call or visit a staffed station.
V733 - 50% off companion ticket
Purchase two Adult tickets and save 50% on the second ticket for most Northeast Regional services. Valid through September 30, 2007. Not valid for travel on Acela Express. Three day advance purchase required. Other restrictions may apply.
Thanks saschasegan for most of these tips!
Restaurants with great views in the DC area, http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=449929
Visiting Washington DC, http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=448791 <- Whoa, I forgot about this thread.
2007 Amtrak Promotions and Discounts
Disclaimer! - Use these codes at your own risk. Many are targeted for specific people/organizations which may require proof of eligibility when booking or picking tickets up. Conductors may also verify eligibility onboard the train.
General Terms and Blackouts: Most discounts require a three day advance purchase. Sleeper accommodations, weekday Acela Express service and non-Amtrak operated Thruway services are typically excluded as well. Check with Amtrak for specific terms and conditions before booking.
Most promotions and discounts are not applicable during high-demand periods. The following dates of travel are excluded from the offers below unless otherwise stated: August 31 - September 3, 2007; October 5-8, 2007; November 9-12, 2007; November 20-27, 2007; December 14, 2007 - January 2, 2008; January 18-21, 2008; February 15-18, 2008; March 20-24, 2008.
National Promotions
Seniors - 15% off
Amtrak travelers 62 years of age and over receive a 15% discount on the applicable adult rail fare on most Amtrak trains.
Student Advantage - 15% off
College students can purchase the Student Advantage cards to receive discounts at hundreds of retailers, including a 15% discount on Amtrak travel and Amtrak Express shipping. Amtrak reservations must be made at least three days in advance to receive discount. http://www.studentadvantage.com/disc...rd/pjp?id=9191
International Student Identification Card - 15% off
Students holding an International Student Identification Card will receive 15% off the rail fare on most routes. Must present ISIC and school ID card to qualify for discount. Excludes all Acela Express and Metroliner services. Reservations must be made at least three days in advance. Visit
http://www.myisic.com/
Veteran's Advantage - 15% off Unlike Student Advantage, you really do have to be a veteran for this one. http://www.veteransadvantage.com/par...amtrak-50.html
AAA - 10% off
American Automobile Association members save 10% off adult rail fares. Three day advance reservation required.
Military Discount - 10% off
Active duty US military personnel, along with their spouses and their dependents, are eligible to receive a 10% discount off most Amtrak rail fares in the US, including travel on the Auto Train.
National Association of Railroad Passengers 10% discount - Join NARP, support Amtrak and receive a 10% discount on most rail fares! http://www.narprail.org/cms/index.php/main/discount/
Weekly Specials and Hot Deals
Amtrak posts special, online-only rail fares each week. Fares are typically good for travel to/from any two stations located between the listed origin and destination stations. Fares are always listed for one-way travel only. The Hot Deals page lists other promotions underway.
Weekly Specials
Hot Deals!
V185 - Save 10%
Save 10% off most rail fares for travel through December 13, 2007. No advance purchase required. Not valid on Acela, Auto Train, Carolinian, Piedmont or services operating to Canada.
Guest Rewards Promotions
1,000 Bonus Points on Acela
Complete any round-trip travel on Acela through August 30, 2007 and receive 1,000 bonus points. $150 minimum round-trip ticket qualifies between any cities pairs. Registration required with code 61107. Thanks the_traveler!
Northeast Routes
Save 50% on companion tickets traveling on the Northeast Corridor through the end of the year using one of the following codes: V383, V679, V769.
V688 - 20% off the NEC
Save 20% off tickets between Washington, DC and Springfield, MA on most regional services through December 13, 2007. Blackout dates apply.
V714 - 50% off companion ticket
Purchase two Adult tickets and save 50% on the second ticket for most Northeast Regional services. Valid through May 31, 2007. Not valid for travel on Acela Express. Three day advance purchase required. Other restrictions may apply.
V731 - 20% off to Rhode Island
Receive 20% off the lowest available railfare traveling to Rhode Island. This discount cannot be booked via the Internet, must call or visit a staffed station.
V733 - 50% off companion ticket
Purchase two Adult tickets and save 50% on the second ticket for most Northeast Regional services. Valid through September 30, 2007. Not valid for travel on Acela Express. Three day advance purchase required. Other restrictions may apply.
Thanks saschasegan for most of these tips!