VIA Rail Canada is pleased to announce that its popular Snow Train to Jasper is returning for a third exciting season. This year’s operation begins just in time to get you through the January/February blues. Featuring VIA’s renowned Panorama (fully domed) viewing cars, the Snow Train to Jasper will operate from February 6th, 2009 to April 12th, 2009. New this year, customers travelling from Edmonton to Jasper have a chance to win a prize on board courtesy of Salomon and Kombi.
Offering Friday afternoon departures to Jasper and a return departure for Edmonton late on Sunday afternoon, VIA’s Snow Train to Jasper is the ultimate in comfort and convenience. For the outdoor enthusiast wanting to explore the quaint town of Jasper, a VIA on-board attendant provides information on what to see and do once you arrive. Snow board and ski enthusiasts will want to
consult the on-board Marmot Ambassador to arrange for the purchase of lift tickets, lessons and rental equipment. It’s one-stop shopping that allows travellers to make the most of their time in Jasper.
“When you’re travelling to one of the most pristine ski destinations, right here in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, VIA’s Snow Train to Jasper lets you relax and forget about our famously volatile winters playing havoc with your plans.” said Steve Del Bosco, VIA’s chief customer officer. “It’s
about sharing some of the most spectacular scenery on the planet with Canadians as well as visitors to Canada and making it all easier, safer and more fun”.
Located in magnificent Jasper National Park, Marmot Basin offers 1675 acres of skiing and snowboarding terrain and 84 trails for skiers of all levels. Marmot Basin is enjoying their earliest season opening ever. For those still searching for the perfect holiday gift this season, why not consider a
weekend getaway to Jasper. There’s no better way to relax and enjoy an incredible journey through the Canadian Rockies than with VIA Rail.
There’s no shortage of things to do in Jasper in the winter including the elegant Centennial Snow Ball, and family-oriented Winter Carnival, held in February. Looking to begin or extend your stay in Jasper? Why not consider adding this seasonal departure to VIA’s current Canadian schedule and avoid
“the weekend rush”.
The one-way fare for VIA’s Snow Train to Jasper is $109.00 (CDN) for adults, with discounts for seniors (60+), students (12-17 or 18+ with ISIC), youth (18-25 with photo i.d.) and children (2-11), excluding taxes. Hot and cold beverages, light meals and snacks will also be available for sale on
board. Snow Train to Jasper passengers enjoy complimentary wi-fi service in Edmonton and Jasper stations as well as free shuttle bus service from the Jasper train station to their hotel. Vacation packages that include VIA’s Snow Train to Jasper can be found at viarail.ca/snowtrain and select “All-inclusive packages”.
Customers can visit VIA’s secure Web site at viarail.ca/snowtrain to book a trip on the Snow Train to Jasper. Train tickets are also available at VIA stations across Canada. Passengers can also book their tickets for the Snow Train or a trip anywhere in the VIA system by calling 888 VIA-RAIL (888
842-7245) or through their travel agent.
As Canada’s national passenger rail service, VIA Rail connects the entire world to the West’s vibrant tourism industry. With more than 700 employees in Western Canada, VIA is dedicated to improving the quality of passenger service. From Northern Manitoba, across Saskatchewan and Alberta, to British
Columbia’s Pacific Rim, VIA serves more than 100 communities. VIA continues to develop, market and deliver services to meet the needs of Western Canadians, in partnership with the people, communities and businesses served by passenger rail.
For further information: VIA Media Contacts: Catherine Kaloutsky, Corporate Communications, (416) 956-7613; Darrell Schuurman, Sales, (416) 956-7628
